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Passport expires in 3 months from the date of travel

Question: I am leaving the country and don't have time to renew my passport. My passport expires in 3 months. Will I still be allowed to use this passport or do I need to try a speedy renewal?

Answer: Your passport is valid until the date of expiration. The only problem may be the entry requirements of the country or countries you plan to visit.

Many countries require your passport have 3 to 6 months validity remaining before they will allow you to enter or issue a travel visa.

If you are required to expedite your passport renewal, you can do so by visiting the nearest regional passport agency or submitting the application through a professional passport expediting service.

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not having embassy of the country I come from
by: Anonymous

Question: Please advise. I work in Kenya and I need to renew my passport but the country where I come from does not have an embassy in Kenya.

Answer: Since you have not provided information about your country of citizenship, we cannot assist you with locating the office that can assist you with your passport.

What we suggest is that you contact your country's immigration/foreign relations office online and ask for assistance. They should be able to point you in the right direction.
Expiring Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a passport expiring on September 4, 2024. I have plans to travel to Ontario, Canada from August 21st - August 26th. Should I be concerned about my passport expiration date for this planned trip?

Answer: There is no cause for concern. You may enter Canada and return to the United States as long as your passport is valid.
Passport Expiration / Travel Question
by: Anonymous

Question: We will be leaving for South Africa December 19, returning December 31, 2024. My husband's passport expires on April 6, 2025 and my kids' passports expire June 18, 2025. Do we need to renew those passports?

Answer: Hello! There will be no need to renew the passports prior to the trip. The government of South Africa only requires U.S. citizens to have at least 30 days of validity counting from their date of exit from their country.

Have fun on your upcoming holiday!
Renew Passport
by: Anne

Question: My passport expires on September 24, 2024, and we will be traveling through Vancouver on September 5-7, 2024, cruising to Alaska, then flying home to Vermont from Anchorage on September 19, 2024. Do we need to renew our passport before we travel?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passports before your upcoming trip. Have fun!
Passport is ok but Green Card ia expiring
by: Alvin G.

Question: Hi. My passport is just renewed. I just noticed that my green card is expiring. Planning to go vacation out of USA. But will return 2months before my green card expires. Will I be able to go back in the US? Thanks in advance for the answers.

Answer: Hi, Alvin. As a general rule, you will be allowed to get back in the United States as a legal permanent resident as long as you present a valid green card and ID when you arrive. You may contact the USCIS for more information.
Traveling in 2 weeks, just found out about this rule
by: Bill

Question: I am traveling to London and Paris in two weeks and just found out about this rule. I will be gone from 11/15/23 - 11/22/23, but my passport expires towards the end of February 2024. Will I be ok with my current passport?

Answer: You're okay to travel to London as long as your passport is valid. You'll also be good to travel to Paris if your passport is expiring after February 22. Have a safe trip!
Dual citizenship
by: Jason

Question: Hi!I am a dual Swedish US citizen. My US passport expires Nov 14. I am working on the renewal but I want to book flights home to California for Christmas. Can I travel to the US on my Swedish passport?

Answer: As a U.S. citizen, you are required to enter the United States using your U.S. passport. I recommend that you contact the closest U.S. Embassy or Consulate for your renewal and wait for the new passport to arrive before making any final travel arrangements.
Traveling to Greece with an Istanbul layover
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Greece 9/14-9/30, but have a layover in Istanbul both ways. My passport expires Jan 16 of next year, which is within the 3 month validity rule for Greece, but Turkey requires 6 months of validity. Should I try to get a renewed passport?

Answer: If you are just transiting and not leaving the airport, you MAY NOT have issues with the passport validity. We recommend that you contact the Embassy of Turkey and the airline you are flying with for advice.
Travel to St Maarten
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to St Maarten in August and just realized that our son's passport will expire at the end of October. We have been receiving conflicting information regarding whether or not we will be allowed to travel. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Answer: Based on the Department of State's webpage on travel to Sint Maarten, your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay at your destination. Your son should not have any issues traveling. Have a safe and enjoyable trip!
Child passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Europe (Paris and Croatia) with 10-year-old daughter. Her passport expires 10/23. Trip is planned for 7/18/23 departure and 8/8/23 return. Will she be ok to travel with current passport, especially concerned with her return flight back to US?

Answer: There is no need to worry about getting back in the United States. It's departing that you should be concerned about. Since her passport will have less than 90 days after your planned exit from your destinations, you need to apply for a new one before your trip.
My Dads passports expires 8/7
by: Maria

Question: Hi my dad purchased a ticket to travel from Colombia to the US on June 3rd and his passport expires on August 7. Will he be able to travel with his Colombian passport? His return flight is on June 27 but when we filled out the checking application for entry it doesn't allow me to continue because the passport expiry is in less than 6 months of the initial leg of travel.
Help, we need guidance!

Answer: Travelers bearing Colombian passports only need them to be valid for the duration of their stay in the United States. You may contact the CBP for more information.
Passport Card
by: Anonymous

Question: I need my passport for a European trip in June but then need to renew it before another European trip in October. I am also going to Mexico in August. Can I send my passport for renewal after the June trip and keep my passport card for Mexico, then renew the card later?

Answer: If you are traveling to Mexico by land or boat, you may use your passport card. There is no need to submit the book and card together for renewal.

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travelling to the Philippines with 2 minors
by: Anonymous

Question: We are planning to travel to the Philippines this June for 10 to 14 days. My husband's and my passport don't expire till 2025 and 2028 respectively but our children who are teens (minors obviously) have passports expiring on Aug 25. Are we still able to travel with them without any hiccups as both parents have passports with years of validity left?

Answer: Parents' passports do not have any bearing on your children's ability to travel.

The Philippines requires all U.S. citizens, regardless of age, to have at least 6 months of validity remaining on their passports upon arrival. Your children's passports do not meet this requirement. Because of this, you need to get new passports for them before your trip.

Passports for Minors

We recommend that you request expedited service to get the passports ASAP. You may request and pay for this service when you submit the application. Alternatively, you may employ the services of a private passport expediter. These companies can get your children's passports in as fast as a week -- plenty of time before your scheduled trip.

We strongly suggest that you wait until their new passports arrive before making any final travel arrangements. This will save you any hassle of rebooking reservations should processing/delivery be delayed.

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Driving to Montreal
by: Anonymous

Question: Driving to Montreal at the end of May. Will my US passport still be in validity even though it expires in August of this year?

Answer: Yes, your passport is still valid for travel between the United States and Canada. Have a safe trip!
Travel on passport to expire July
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the USA from Jamaica on May 11. However, my passport expires in July. I planned to spend 1 week attending my daughter's graduation. Will I be able to enter the USA?

Answer: I am assuming you have a Jamaican passport. If I am correct, your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Turks travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to the Turks and Caicos in June of 2023, my passport expires on 9/23. Will I be able to travel under the 3-month rule?

Answer: If you leave before June 23rd, you should meet the 3-month passport validity requirement.
Replies
by: Anonymous

Question: How often do you answer questions here? I sent one over a week ago.

Answer: We try to answer questions within the same day it was posted, except on weekends. The answer to your question regarding travel to Italy was posted last week.
Leaving to Cabo!
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi,
I leave for CABO 04/27/23 but realized that my passport expires 06/23/23. I checked into the airline, and I have no boarding pass. Is there a reason why?

Answer: Your passport is still valid for travel to Mexico. You should contact the airline to find out what the problem is.
Expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Arriving in Italy by air on Oct. 24, to board a cruise that will leave Italy on Oct. 28. My passport expires on Jan. 22. Will a matter of 4 days outside of the 3-month limit matter?

Answer: Schengen border officials are quite stringent with their rules. It is best that you renew your passport before your trip. If you submit your application soon, you should have your new passport in plenty of time before your departure date.
Travel to Japan and Taiwan.
by: BC

Question: My US passport expires 8/8. Can I travel to Japan on 5/23 and then to Taiwan on 5/29? I'll be back in the US on 6/4. Any problems?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid throughout your stay in Japan and Taiwan. You should not have any issues. Have a safe trip!
Traveling to El Salvador
by: GV

Question: My U.S. passport expires on June 10th of this year. I have plans to travel to El Salvador on the 24th and return to the States on the 3rd of June.

Answer: There should not be any issues. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to El Salvador.
Travel from USA to French polynesia (Tahiti)
by: Anonymous

Question: Hey. I have airline tickets to leave 8 days from now. I never heard of the 6-month rule till today. Can I travel? If not what should I do?

Answer: You need to contact the NPIC for an appointment to get your passport renewed before you fly out. The number to call is 1-877-487-2778.
Passport expires in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling from the USA to France at the end of June. My son's passport (he's a minor, if that matters) expires in November. Will there be any issues?

Answer: There should not be any issues as long as your son's passport will have at least 3 months of validity remaining counting from your date of exit from France.
Travel to Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling 3/21 to Spain. Returning 3/28. Passport expires 5/22. Can I travel? Thank you.

Answer: Since your passport has less than the required three months post-departure validity, you cannot use that to travel to Spain. Please contact the airline you are traveling with to check if any recent changes have been made.
Passport expires 08/05
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the British virgin Islands 03/12-03/18. Will my passport be okay?

Answer: Your passport should be okay. It only needs to be valid when you arrive in the BVI. Have a fun trip!
Uruguay
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello! I am traveling from Slovakia to Uruguay from February 21st to march 7th and my passport expires on the 2nd of June. Could I travel without any problems? Thank you.

Answer: If you carry a U.S. passport, it only needs to be valid upon entry to Uruguay. If you have a passport issued by a different country, please contact the closest Uruguay embassy/immigration office for entry requirements specific to citizens of your country.
Travel to Costa Rica
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Costa Rica on March 10 and return on March 14th. My passport expiration date is 06 June. Do I need to renew my passport before I go?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Costa Rica. You're good to go. Have a safe trip!
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m a US green card holder valid till 2028 traveling with a Nigerian passport to Jamaica on March 4-8. My passport expires on April 23, is that ok?

Answer: You need to contact the Embassy of Jamaica for entry requirements specific to Nigerian passport holders.
passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am flying to The Bahamas on March 29 and coming home to Boston on April 3 and my passport expires in July. Are there any restrictions on the passport?

Answer: Your passport is good for your upcoming trip. Safe travels!
Switzerland
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I’m traveling to Switzerland on 25th January, returning to U.K. on 27th January. My passport expires 25th April (valid 88 days, just under 3 months). Will this be ok or should I try to fast-track a renewal?

Answer: If you have a U.S. passport, it falls short of the 90 days post-departure requirement of the Schengen area which Switzerland is a party to. You need a renewed passport in order to travel without issues.

If your passport was issued by Her Late Majesty's Passport Office, please contact the Swiss Embassy or Consulate for requirements specific to British passport holders.
Passport expires 7/1
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, traveling to St Thomas and then sailing to BVI and back to USA, trip ending 2/9. Will my passport work?

Answer: You may travel to the U.S. and British Virgin Islands as long as your passport is valid. Your passport will definitely work. Enjoy your trip!
Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am traveling to Jamaica on Jan 18 and my passport expires in May. Am I OK to travel? I cannot find any specific passport requirements on the GOV websites for both Jamaica and the US.

Answer: Hello! Your passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to and exit from Jamaica. You are okay to travel and return to the United States without issues.
Traveling to Aruba
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Aruba from Jan 12 to Feb 4. My passport expires on March 27. Can I travel safely?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Aruba. You can definitely travel with your current passport. Have a safe trip!
United States to Japan then Korea
by: Anonymous1

Question: Hello,
My American passport expires on September 4. I am traveling to Japan from February 24 to March 10. During my trip, I will be flying from Japan to Korea and then back to Japan from March 3 - 6. Do I need to renew my passport for any part of my travel?

Answer: Hi! Both Japan and South Korea only require that your passport be valid upon entry and exit from their countries. There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. Safe travels!
Traveling to Ghana
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi,

I am set to travel to Ghana on February 10th and will be returning to the United States on February 28th. My passport expires in May. Will I be okay to travel with my passport during that time?

Answer: You need at least 6 months of validity on your passport in order to enter Ghana. You need to renew your passport soon to make it to your trip in February.

Keep in mind that routine processing currently takes 6 to 9 weeks to complete while expedited service takes 3 to 5 weeks. These are just processing times and do not include shipping times.

You may be eligible to renew online. You can also send your application by mail. Either way, you need to renew ASAP to get your new passport in time for your trip.

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Passport expiration 2023
by: Anonymous

Question: My husband is traveling to Germany and Madrid. He lands in Germany on Dec 26th. He plans to fly home on Feb 9th, 2023 his passport expires on April 7th, 2023. Will he be able to travel between the countries and get back into the US on his scheduled return of Feb 9th?

Answer: Since your husband's passport will have less than 3 months of validity when he departs the Schengen area which both Spain and Germany are part of, he will likely have issues. Schengen countries require at least 3 months beyond a U.S. citizen's departure from any of the member countries.
BVI
by: Anonymous

Question: What is the rule for passport expiration to the BVIs for a U.S. citizen? My passport expires on March 12 and I’m supposed to be there from Dec 29 to Jan 7th. Thanks.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to the British Virgin Islands. Your trip should go without a hitch. Safe travels!
Layover
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I travel 12/22. I just realized my passport expires on March 17th. I am going to Gambia, but I have a layover in Paris for an hour. I fly from JFK. I will be back on January 7th. Will this be a problem for me?

Answer: You may travel to Gambia without issues. And as long as you stay in the airport in Paris, you should not have any problems as well.
Traveling Back to the US
by: Anonymous

Question: My US passport expires on Mar 6. Will I be able to enter the states with my American Passport in mid-January?

Answer: Yes, you will be able to. You should not have issues returning to the country as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Minor Passports
by: Alyson Bennett

Question: We are traveling with our three children, ages 10, 8, and 5 from March 17 to March 24 from the US to Turks and Caicos. Their passports expire on July 9, 2023. This means their passports expire 3.5 months after we return to the US. Will we be ok or do I need to renew?

Answer: The Turks and Caicos Islands require that your U.S. passports have at least 3 months upon entry into their country. Your children's passports meet this requirement so there will be no need to get new passports for them in advance of travel. Have fun your trip!
Passport for Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: Going to the Bahamas in December of 2022 and passport expires in April of 2023? Will I be ok?

Answer: Yes, you will be okay. Have a fun trip!
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: We will be traveling on 12/14 from LAX to MEX and from MEX to SDQ. We return 01/04. My daughter’s passport expires on 01/23. Is she still ok to travel? Thank you.

Answer: The Dominican Republic only requires that your passports be valid for the duration of your stay. Your daughter should be able to travel with her current passport.
Expiration date 03/12/2023
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving for the Netherlands on 12/12/2022 and staying until 12/21. My passport expires on 03/12/2023. The date I leave is exactly 3 months from the expiration date but because it's an overnight flight I actually arrive in Amsterdam on 12/13, will this be a problem?

Answer: Yes, it will likely be a problem since the requirement is 3 months after your departure date (12/21).
Returning to USA
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm flying out to Taiwan from the USA on 12/30 and returning 1/16. My US Passport expires 3/3. Please confirm if I need to renew my passport before departure to ensure 3 mos validity post-return to the US. Much appreciated!

Answer: You do not need to renew. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Taiwan.
USA to Germany, passeport expires in 3 months minus 4 days
by: Anonymous

Question: We booked flights to fly out on Dec. 12 and return on Dec. 28 from the US to Germany. But my passport expires on March 21. Do I need to renew my passport before I fly?

Answer: Your passport falls a few days short of the 3-month post-departure requirement. You need to renew your passport before your trip.

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You need to call 1-877-487-2778 for an appointment at a regional passport agency where you can get your new passport issued within 72 hours of your scheduled departure from the U.S.
US passport questions
by: Rafael

Question: We are traveling to Rome and London on March 13th. We're arriving on march 14th in London and then in Rome for a total of 6 days
My daughter's passport expires on Sep 13th. Is it possible to travel to does countries without any issues?

Answer: Yes, your daughter may travel with her current passport.
Feb 2023 Expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Santiago, Dominican Republic via JetBlue. I am returning to the US on 1/8/2023. My passport expires on 2/3/2023. Is it necessary to renew?

Answer: You do not need to renew your passport in advance of travel. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Dominican Republic. Have a safe trip!
Kids Travel to Copenhagen then Greece
by: Anny

Question: My kids' US passports expire on March 9, 2023. We will travel to Copenhagen on February 18th and Greece for dates February 19-26th and return to the US on February 26th. Do I need to get new passports for them or can I use the current ones that will expire on March 9th?

Answer: Both Denmark and Greece require 3 months beyond your date of exit. Your kids' passports will only have days after February 26. You should get them new passports so they can travel.
Travel to Colombia
by: Lisa

Question: We are traveling to Colombia, SA on 12/21. My son's US passport expires on 2/22. Will he be allowed to travel to Colombia and return home or do I need to renew his passport?

Answer: While Colombia only requires that your passport be valid upon entry and exit from their country, the Department of State strongly recommends having at least 6 months of validity remaining. We recommend that you contact the airline you are flying with to find out if others have traveled without issue with less than 6 months left on your passports.
Travel to the Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: My US passport will expire on 3/23 and my Philippine passport is brand new. I am traveling to the Philippines on 12/20 and arriving back in the US 1/5. Please let me know if I will encounter any problems. Thank you!

Answer: There should not be any problems. You may leave and re-enter the United States with your U.S. passport and enter and depart the Philippines with your Philippine passport.
Traveling to Canada on Friday 11/25
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Canada from 11/25 through 11/27, my passport expires on 1/15. Will I have any issues?

Answer: You should not have any passport-related issues. It only needs to be valid upon entry to Canada.
March 2023 travel to western Carribean
by: Anonymous

Question: My sons’ passports expire on April 5. We’ll be visiting Roatan, Mexico, and Belize in mid-March. Passports aren’t required but are strongly recommended for cruising. I’m assuming we’re ok to travel without renewing?

Answer: If you are going on a closed-loop cruise (one that starts and ends in the same port in the United States), you will not need passports. Proof of U.S. citizenship will suffice. You do not need to get new passports for your sons.

If you need to travel by air overseas to the port where your cruise begins, you need to comply with your destination country's entry requirements:

Honduras (Roatan) - 6 months
Mexico - length of stay
Belize - length of stay

Please contact the cruise line you are traveling with for more information.
USA to UK
by: Anonymous

Question: I travel to the UK on 11/16 and return on 11/21. My passport expires in March will I have any issues entering the UK? Thanks.

Answer: No, there shouldn't be any issues. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United Kingdom.
Traveling
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Jamaica on January 23 and my passport expires in 2023 do I have enough time to travel?

Answer: Since you did not specify the expiration date, I cannot tell you for sure. But as long as your passport stays valid until you leave Jamaica and return to the United States, you should be okay.
Passport expires soon
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello - we are going to Belize February 17-25 and my daughter's passport expires April 6. Is this ok or do we need to hurry and renew her a new passport?

Answer: There will be no need for that. Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in Belize. Enjoy your holiday!
Passport expires on September 18
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello! I will be traveling to the Philippines on Feb. 10 next year and will stay for 2 weeks. My passport expires on September 18. Will I have problems going to the Philippines and coming back to the USA? Thank you!

Answer: Based on data from the Department of State's website, your passport needs to have at least 6 months of validity remaining upon entry to the Philippines. Your passport meets this requirement so there should not be issues as long as you return to the United States before it expires.
Flying to Costa Rica
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my passport expires in April 2023 and I’m traveling to Costa Rica in December. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: There is no need to renew before your trip. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Costa Rica.
Traveling to Colombia
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a US Permanent Resident (Green Card) traveling to Colombia with a Colombian passport. My Colombian passport expires 3 months after the date that I return to the US. Can I enter the US with no issues? Thank you.

Answer: You will be able to re-enter the United States with your valid passport and green card.
Dual Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I want to travel to Finland next week from the US. I have a Grenada Passport that is renewed which I can use to enter. However, I want to go back to the US after 2 days. Can I use my US Passport to enter the US even though it expires in January 2023?

Answer: As long as you have a valid U.S. passport to present upon your return, you may re-enter the United States without issue.
Traveling from USA to France in Dec
by: Ross

Question: Hello, I'm traveling with my 8-year-old son from our home in the US to Paris from 12/9/22 to 12/21/22 (via a connection in London/Heathrow).

Our return trip back to the US is on 12/21/22 out of Zurich. His US passport expires on May 6 next year, which falls outside of the 90-day passport expiration rule that I see for France and Switzerland. Just want to make sure - will we have any passport issues? Thank you.

Answer: Since your son will have more than 90 days after you leave the Schengen area (Zurich), he should not have any passport-related issues while you travel. Have a safe trip!
Travel to Austria
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from the US on a US passport to Austria via England on Nov 10. Returning on Nov 30. My passport expires on Feb 28 next year. Will I have any issues?

Answer: The minimum requirement for entry to the Schengen area which Austria is a part of is 3 months (90 days) after your exit from any of the Schengen countries. Your passport falls a few days short of this requirement.

Please contact the airline you are flying with and the Embassy of Austria for more information.
Passport expiring soon
by: Anonymous

Question: My cousin is traveling to India with a US passport (November 10 to December 23rd) and her US passport expires on Feb 20. She does not have time to renew! She has an Indian visa and her visa is valid till October 2025. Is she going to have any issues?

Answer: No, she will not. Based on data from the Department of State, a U.S. passport only needs to be valid for at least the bearer's duration of stay as long as he/she already has a valid visa to India.
Travel to the Bahamas in December 2022
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there. I am a Green card holder (valid until 2024) and I have a Swiss passport that will expire in March 2023. Can I still travel to the Bahamas in December 2022?

Answer: If your passport meets the requirements specific to Swiss passport holders to enter the Bahamas, you should have no issues traveling.
Travel to Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. Traveling to Mexico on January 7 and my passport expires in June. Do I need to renew before the trip to Mexico?

Answer: There will be no need to renew your passport prior to travel as long as you plan on returning before it expires.
Travel to Italy on US passport
by: Imane

Question: My son's passport expires on April 18, 2023. We are traveling to Italy in December, with the return trip to the USA on Dec. 11. Will we have any issues?

Answer: There shouldn't be any issues since the passport meets Italy's three-month post departure requirement.
Trip from Miami to London
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a trip on 26 Oct 2022 from Miami to London - returning on 01 Nov from London to Miami. My US passport expires on 22 Jan. I don't have time to renew it. Will I be able to make this trip without expiration issues?

Answer: Yes. You should not have any issues. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the UK. Have a safe trip!
Travel with a US passport that expires soon
by: Anonymous

Question: My son's US passport expires on Dec 21. Can he travel to India between Oct 25-Dec 15? Online it says a passport should be valid for more than 6 months to travel.

Answer: Your son's passport needs to have at least 6 months of validity remaining at the time of visa application. If he already has a visa, he may travel to India with his current passport.
USA to Vienna
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi,

I am flying from the US to Vienna, Austria today, October 19th, and flying back October 26th. My passport expires 92 days from today.

Would I still be allowed to travel to Vienna, despite my passport circumstance?

Answer: The requirement is 90 days after your departure from any Schengen country. You will likely encounter issues since your passport does not meet this requirement.
Germany to Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi,

I realize that this is a site for US passports, however, I would greatly appreciate any help regarding my situation.

I have travel dates on Oct 18-24, 2022 flying to Spain from Germany. I will be traveling with a Canadian passport and a German permanent residency. However, my passport expires on Jan 19, 2023 just 6 days before the 3-month rule. My German ID card expires also on Jan 19, 2023.

Would I still be allowed to travel to Barcelona, Spain, despite my passport circumstance?

Thanks.

Answer: Hello, we recommend that you contact the Embassy of Spain or the airline you are traveling with for answers to your question.
Expires in 2 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My son is traveling from Colombia to the USA. His passport expires in 2 months. Will that be a problem?

Answer: Your son's passport only needs to be valid for the duration of his stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Mexico on 11/18 and my passport expires on 02/10/23. Do I need to renew before I go? T

Answer: There is no need to renew before your trip. Your passport only needs to be valid upon arrival in Mexico and return to the United States. Have fun on your trip!
Passport renewal necessary?
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a US passport that expires on 06/11/23 and an Israeli passport that expires on 07/15/23. I am arriving in Israel on 12/18/23 and leaving back to USA on 12/28/23. Do I need to renew the US passport?

Answer: Yes, you need to renew both passports since both will be expired by the time you travel.
Travel to Iceland
by: Anonymous

Question: I just found out about the 3-month passport expiration rule. We are traveling to Iceland from October 11-16. The passport expires January 10. Will we have an issue? It's too late to try and renew the passport. I have reached out to US Embassy and Iceland Immigration but have not heard back yet. Monday is a holiday (Columbus Day) and we leave Tuesday.

Answer: Yes, you will have issues since the requirement is 3 months (90 days) beyond your exit from the Schengen Area. You may have to reschedule your trip or stand the risk of getting denied entry when you arrive in Iceland with a passport that does not meet their requirement.
3 month passport expire
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a green card holder and I have a Nigerian passport. I want to go to Nigeria on October 24. My Nigerian passport is going to expire on December 19. Can I still use it? Thanks.

Answer: You should be able to use your passport to visit your home country. Just make sure you travel back to the United States with a valid passport.
Renewing passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a US passport holder traveling to the Philippines in Oct, returning on Dec 19. My passport is expiring in May 2023, do I need to renew it before the trip?

Answer: Based on the Department of State's page on the Philippines, you need at least 6 months on your U.S. passport upon entry to the Philippines. Your passport still meets this requirement so there is no need to renew it before your trip. Safe travels!
Exactly 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Italy, return flight October 8. My husband's passport expires on January 8. Exactly 3 months. Is this ok or do we need to change the return flight to October 7?

Answer: It should be okay but we recommend calling the airline to confirm.
renewing passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am traveling to India with a US passport from December 9th to December 20th. My passport expires on May 13th next year. Do I need to renew my passport before I travel in December?

Answer: Hi! If you already have a visa to India in your current passport, there is no need to renew it before you travel.
Traveling to Czechia
by: Anonymous1

Question: I am traveling to Czechia on October 19 and returning on October 23. My passport expires on January 28, 2023. Am I good to travel?

Answer: The Czech Republic is party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, the country requires at least 3 months of validity on U.S. passports counted from the bearer's date of exit from any of the Schengen countries. In your case, your passport has a little over 3 months after your planned departure from Czechia. You're good to go.
Passport expires 2 months after returning
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving for Germany on September 21 and returning on October 5. My passport will expire on November 25 and I am a U.S. citizen.

Answer: U.S. citizens are required to present passports that have at least 3 months of validity remaining beyond his/her planned departure date from Germany. Your passport does not meet this requirement.
Traveling to Ireland
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm traveling to Ireland on December 26th and my passport expires on Feb 27, 2023. Will I be able to use it? Thank you.

Answer: Yes, you may use your passport. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US Citizen and passport holder. I am traveling to Amsterdam on Sept 23rd. I have a layover in Copenhagen, Denmark for a few hours on the way to Amsterdam. I am also visiting France and Germany. I will be back in the US on October 4th. My passport expires Feb 23. Am I Ok?

Answer: Yes, you are okay. You only need 3 months remaining on your passport by the time you leave for home. Have a safe trip!
Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to Greece from the USA on 10/16. My return is 10/23 via Canada and then to the USA. My passport expires 4/16 next year. Will I be okay entering/exiting Greece? Will I be okay entering Canada?

Answer: Yes, you should be okay entering both countries with your current passport.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to Cancun, Mexico tomorrow September 16th and flying back to the USA on September 24th. My passport expires on December 9th. Can I travel?

Answer: Yes, you definitely can. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the United States. Have a safe trip!
Travel to Colombia with 3 month left on passport
by: Zach

Question: I am traveling to Colombia with 3 months left on my US passport. Will I have issues entering? If so, is there a way to get a new passport within 3 days of departure?

Answer: Hi, Zach. The Department of State strongly recommends having at least 6 months on your passports when traveling to Colombia but the actual requirement is just a valid passport. Please contact the Embassy of Colombia for the latest entry requirements.
Country requirements
by: andyAnonymous

Question: My passport expires on January 23rd and I will be traveling to the Grand Cayman Islands on October 20th. Can I still travel?

Answer: Yes, you can travel. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to and exit from the Cayman Islands. Have a safe trip!
Travel to Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Italy in a day and returning to the US the day my passport expires. Will I be having any issues?

Answer: Yes. Your passport needs to be valid for 3 months beyond your planned date of exit from Italy.
Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I’m traveling in October 2022 to Jamaica from the USA for a couple of days. My passport expires in February 2023. Will it be ok to travel?

Answer: Yes, you are good to go. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Jamaica. Have a safe trip!
Canadian
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. Canadian Citizen + 2 Children also Canadian all with Canadian passports. We are traveling from October 11 - 28 our passports all expire in mid-January. Will that be a problem? Or should we renew?

Answer: The answer depends on which country you are traveling to. You need to check with your destination's embassy for their entry requirements.

If you are traveling to the United States, there is no need to renew. Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay.
Travel info
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to St. Maarten in November-December. My passport expires in February next year. Will it still be valid?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid while you are still in Sint Maarten. You should be okay to travel with your current passport.
US to Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! I am traveling to Italy on Sept. 11 and heading home on Nov. 25th. My passport expires on Feb. 14th of 2023. I thought I was safe with the three months but I realize it's a little within the 3 months. Will I have trouble getting into Italy or possibly getting back into the states? I don't think I have enough time to get an emergency renewal.

Answer: You will have issues entering Italy if you arrive with a passport that will expire in less than 3 months after you leave their country.

Please call 1-877-487-2778 to schedule an appointment to get your passport renewed at a regional passport agency.
Travel to US with French passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am traveling to the US from Canada (permanent resident) in September 2022 with a French passport, but just realize it is expiring in January 2023. Will I be allowed to enter the US? I also have an E2 visa. Thanks.

Answer: Yes, you should be able to enter. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. You may contact the CBP for more information.
Traveling to Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Italy from September 9-18. My passport expires on December 17. Does it meet the 30-day criteria?

Answer: The requirement is 90 days (3 months from departure. Your passport seems to fall one day short of this requirement. Please contact the Embassy of Italy for more information.
Dates
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving for Germany and Austria on Sept 9 and returning on the 18th. My passport expires on February 23, 2023. Am I ok?

Answer: Yes, you are okay.
Passport expires in 4 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from the USA to France on September 8th and returning on September 14, my passport expires in January 2023. Do I need to renew my passport?

Thanks in advance!

Answer: There is no need. Your passport still meets the Schengen requirement of 3 months beyond your departure from any of their member countries.
3 Month Validity Rule
by: kwallace

Question: Hi. I am traveling with my 87-year-old mother to Greece and London. We arrive in Greece on October 1 then depart Greece on October 7th to go to London. We knew her passport was good until January 7, 2023, but found out on a fluke about the 3 - 6 month validity rule. Can she enter Greece if her passport expires 3 months TO THE DAY we leave Greece? Apparently, the UK only requires it to be valid with no validity rule.

Answer: Yes, your mother should be able to enter Greece since her passport still meets the 3-month post-departure validity rule. We recommend that you contact the Embassy of Greece for confirmation and more information.
October S. Korea trip
by: Shimshab

Question: Traveling to S. Korea at the end of October 2022. My passport expires in November 2022. Am I able to travel?

Answer: Yes, you may still travel with your passport. It only needs to be valid upon entry to South Korea. Just make sure to return before your passport expires.
passport expires
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Israel on October 1. My passport expires on Jan 3. Will it be an issue?

Answer: Israel only requires a valid passport for entry but airlines have been known to deny boarding if your passport has less than 6 months of validity. We recommend that you contact the airline you are flying with to find out if you can fly with your current passport.
Traveling in July, passport expires in October
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I'm traveling in July 2023 to Mexico but my passport expires in October 2023. Should I renew before my trip?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and return to the U.S. It is not necessary to renew your passport before your trip.
Passport expiry
by: H

Question: Hi. My kids' Indian passports expire in Jan 2023. They are below 10 years old. Their return flight is in mid-September and they will have less than 6 months left for expiry. They have green cards. Will they have a problem traveling back to the US or while exiting India? Any help is much appreciated.

Answer: Your children may enter the United States without issue since they have valid green cards. You need to contact the authorities in India regarding exit from the country.
Traveling to Costa Rica from the US
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm leaving with my bf tomorrow to Costa Rica and he has a Chilean passport + green card but his passport expires in 4 months. Will we be able to go??

Answer: Please contact the Costa Rican embassy or consulate for entry requirements specific to Chilean passport holders. His green card will have no effect on his international travel plans.
Travel in Europe
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I plan to travel from the US to Prague, Munich, Vienna and then Budapest on Oct 24 and return on Nov 9. My US passport expires on Jan 1, 2023. Will this impact my travel plan?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your planned trip. Your passport needs to be valid for at least 3 months after your leave your last destination.

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Traveling to Dominican in 2023
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Dominican in early February from Hamilton, Ontario and my passport expires on July 11, 2023. Can I use my old passport or do I have to get a new one?

Answer: I am not sure if you mean Dominica or the Dominican Republic. Both only require U.S. citizens to have passports that will be valid for at least the duration of their stay in their countries. If you are a Canadian passport holder, please contact the embassy of your destination for specific entry requirements.
US to Canada to France
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Canada by car from the US for a flight to Paris. I am a US citizen with a US passport that expires on Jan 21st. My flight from the US to Canada is on Sept 25th with a return from France to Canada on October 2nd (at which point I will drive back to the US from Canada on the same day). Will this be okay given that I am less than 6 months from passport expiration?

Answer: Yes, it is okay. Your passport still meets the 3-month post-departure requirement of the Schengen. area while rance is a part of.
UK to Norway with 3 days spare
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from the UK to Norway on the 21st Sept for 6 nights ( returning on the 27th Sept.) My passport runs out on the 31st of March next year. Will it be ok to travel or is it too tight?

Answer: If you have a U.S. passport, you are good to go. You only have to have at least three months beyond September 27 in order to enter Norway. If you have a passport issued by another country, please contact the Norwegian Embassy closest to you for entry requirements.
Travel to seoul
by: Anonymous

Question: My partner and I will be traveling to Seoul, South Korea soon (09/23) and returning on 10/02. My passport expires on 10/23. Will this affect my travel plans?

Answer: You're good to go. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in South Korea. Have a safe trip!
Passport expiring in less than 6 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I have dual citizenship which means I have both a U.S. and a Peruvian passport. I am traveling to Peru on august 17th but my U.S. passport is expiring on November 28. However, my Peruvian passport is still valid for another year. To my understanding, I am still allowed to exit and re-enter the US with my US passport and use my Peruvian passport when I get to Peru.

Answer: You are correct. You may depart and re-enter the United States with your American passport and use your Peruvian passport abroad.
Turkey
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a flight to Turkey on 14/08. My daughters passport expires in 27/12. Will we be still able travel to Turkey?

Answer: Unfortunately, you will not be able to travel. Turkey requires that U.S. citizens have at least 6 months of validity on their passports in order to gain entry.
Travel from US to France
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from the US to France departing 9/27 and currently deciding on return ticket. My passport expires 1/2/23, would I need to return on 10/2 at the latest if I do not have a renewed passport?

Answer: You are correct. You need to leave France at the latest if you're using your current passport.

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Help!
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the Dominican Republic on 08/22 to 08/27 but my passport expires on 09/10. Will I have any issues?

Answer: The Dominican Republic only needs your passport to be valid for the duration of your stay in their country. You should be okay. Have a fun trip!
Renewing passport abroad?
by: Anonymous

Question: My son has dual citizenship with Germany and America. We live in Germany and are planning on traveling to the states. Is it possible to renew his American passport while we are in America and have him just fly back to Germany with his German passport?

Answer: As a U.S. citizen, your son is required to enter and depart the United States on a valid U.S. passport. Attempting to do otherwise may cause some issues. Please obtain a new passport for your child at the U.S. Embassy in Berlin or any of the U.S. Consulates in Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Leipzig, and Munich.
US passport clarification for EU
by: Anonymous

Question: I will fly to Spain and depart Italy from 8/15 to 8/29. During the stay, we will be on a cruise visiting Spain, France, and Italy. My passport expires on Dec. 18. Which will give me about 3 months and 2 weeks of clearance. Will I encounter any issues? Will it be ok to travel? Thank you.

Answer: There should not be any issues since your passport meets the Schengen requirement. Have a safe trip!
Passport validity confusion
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning a trip to India on November 14 and my passport expires on March 22 next year. Will I be ok doing that trip??

Answer: If you already have a India visa, you may travel with your current passport. If you still need to apply for one, you need to renew your passport first since they require at least 6 months of validity on U.S. passports in order to issue a visa.
Will I need to expidite a passport renewal?
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on December 3. I am traveling to Croatia, Slovenia, and Italy and returning to the US on September 28. Will my passport be valid?

Answer: Your passport needs to be valid for at least 3 months beyond your return date. You need to renew your passport before your trip.

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London
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to London 9/29 from New York City and my passport expires 11/22. Should I get it renewed prior or can I wait until return? Let me know, thanks.

Answer: As long as you return before your passport expires, you should be able to use it for your upcoming trip. Stay safe!
Arriving to the US with passport that expires in 2 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am coming from Israel, and am flying to California in September. My US passport expires in November. I plan to renew it while visiting California.

Will I have any issues entering the states?

Answer: There should not be any issues. You only need a valid passport to enter the United States. Have a safe trip home!
Passport expires…
by: Caren

Question: US passport expires March 23 next year. Flying to Bulgaria via Turkey, traveling to Greece, and flying back to the US via London on October 1, 2022. Do I need to renew before traveling?

Answer: Bulgaria and Greece requires at least 3 months beyond your planned exit from their country. Turkey requires at least 6 months and the UK only needs your passport to be valid. If you're just transiting through Turkey, you should be okay without renewing your passport before your trip.
US Passport Expiring Mid October
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US citizen with a lifetime Indian Visa (OCI Card holder). My US passport is expiring in mid-October. Can I still travel to India leaving on September 1, and coming back to the US on September 30? Also, can I visit Dubai and Israel for 3/4 days each before arriving in India?

Answer: You may travel to India and back to the U.S. with your current passport and OCI card. You may enter Israel with your current passport but not Dubai. The UAE requires at least 6 months of validity on your passport in order to gain entry.
Passport expires in December
by: Anonymous

Question: We live in Saudi Arabia, but we are American citizens. My sons and I traveled to America on July 24th and going back on August 19th. My son’s passport expires in December.

Can we travel back to Saudi and renew the passport there? It is hard to renew it in America as my husband is in Saudi and they need approval and appointments are not available. Please let me know.

Answer: If you have sufficient documents to legally enter Saudi as residents, you should be able to depart the United States without issue and obtain new passports for your children overseas.
Travel to France on 4 month valid passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to France on 9/22 and returning the same month. My passport will expire on 1/23. Will I be able to travel on this passport?

Answer: If you will have at least 3 months by the time you exit France, you should be okay.
Expired passport
by: Tesrick

Question: If am in the USA on my Jamaica passport which expires before my date of return to Jamaica, will it be a problem?

Answer: Yes, it will be a problem. You need a valid passport to board an international flight.
Traveling to Europe
by: Anonymous

Question: My husband and I are traveling to Europe going to Budapest, Austria, and flying out of Prague from December 24 to January 3. Our passports expire on March 22. Will it be ok to travel there and back home or do we need to renew our passport before we leave?

Answer: The Schengen requirement (which Hungary, Austria and the Czech Republic are party to) is three months beyond your planned exit from any of its member countries. Since your passports will only have two months remaining by January 3, you need to renew your passport before your departure date.

Standard service takes 8 to 11 weeks while expedited service takes 5 to 7. These do not include shipping times.

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Visiting inlaw
by: Anonymous

Question: My wife's mother will be visiting us in the U.S. in August. She will be flying from Peru but her passport will expire on August 31st. She already has a travel visa. Will she have a problem entering the U.S.? Since she is coming on Aug 1st and her passport expires on Aug 31st.

Answer: Citizens of Peru are exempt from the 6-month validity rule. Your mother-in-law may enter the United States without issue as long as she can prove that her passport stay valid for the duration of her stay in the country. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Multiple Passports for Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I am flying from the US to Iceland from 08/31 to 09/09 and my US passport expires on 11/10. I am a Colombian citizen, however, and my Colombian passport expires in 2025. Can I leave/enter the US with my US passport and enter/leave Iceland with my Colombian passport?

Answer: Yes, you may definitely do that.
Flying to Austria for a conference
by: Anonymous

Question: I fly to Austria (with a layover in Stockholm) on 8/1 coming back 8/8.
My US passport expires on 11/28. It falls within the 3-month validation.

Can you comment on this regarding possible problems? Should I have any extra documents? Only two weeks away and no time for renewal, I’m assuming.

Answer: There should not be any issues since your passport meets the Schengen requirement of 3 months beyond your planned date of exit. As long as you have proof of onward travel (return tickets), you're good to go. Safe travels!
To France and Back
by: Anonymous

Question: My husband has a French passport and US residency card (green card). Our kids have US passports. The kids’ passports expire in 2027, but my husband’s French passport expires on August 22. He would like to travel with the kids from July 20 (connecting through Reykjavik) to France and return to the US on August 4, 2022. Will this be possible? I’m afraid he either (a) won’t be allowed to board the initial flight, (b) won’t be allowed to pass through Schengen or (c) won’t be allowed back into the US. Will this work?

Answer: It should work. Scenario A will not happen because he is traveling to his home country with a valid passport issued by that country. B will not happen as well since his French passport is valid. And C will not happen because he will be allowed back in the United States as long as he can present a valid passport/ID with his valid green card.
Wedding in March 2023
by: Anonymous

Question: I am getting married on 3/23/23 in Costa Rica. We fly back on 3/27/23. My passport expires on 4/4/2023.

Do I need to renew before I go with my current name due to the time frame and then again after the wedding/name change?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your wedding. Costa Rica only needs your passport to be valid for the duration of your stay in their country. You may enter Costa Rica and get back to the United States using your current passport.

When you get your marriage certificate, you may apply for a renewal with name change.

Congratulations and best wishes!
Kilimanjaro
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Kilimanjaro for Safari Sept 25-Oct 3. My husband's passport expires on March 23 which is 11 days short of 6 months. Is this okay for Tanzania?

Answer: Here's what the Department of State's website says on travel to Tanzania:

"A passport valid for a minimum of six months beyond visa issuance and/or date of entry, and at least one blank visa page, is required."

To avoid issues, we recommend that your husband renews his passport in advance of travel or visa application. If he submits now and requests expedited service, he should have his new passport in plenty of time before your planned departure.

He may apply for expedited renewal by mail or employ the services of a private passport expediter for a hassle-free application.
Traveling out of the country?
by: Hoden

Question: My kid and I are traveling to Holland on July 20th coming back on August 5th. Her passport will expire November 7th. Are we ok to travel?

Answer: Since your child's passport will have a little over 3 months of validity remaining upon exit from the Netherlands, she should be okay to travel. Please contact the airline you are flying with for confirmation. Have a safe trip!
Upcoming travel to Ireland
by: LKS

Question: I am planning to travel to Ireland in a month and my passport expires 2/19 next year. I plan to depart for Ireland on 8/10 and return on 8/20. My passport would expire exactly one day past six months from my return date. Will it be okay to travel with it or do I need to go ahead and renew my passport?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland. It's not necessary to renew your passport in advance of travel.
Passport near expiry in transit zone
by: Anonymous

Question: My kids' USA passports expire on Nov 1. Traveling to Armenia from the USA through Frankfurt (as transit) on August 8, returning Aug 26 to the USA.

If we don't plan to leave Frankfurt Airport and remain in the transit zone, and Armenia requires us to have valid passport for entry (no 3 or 6-month rule) would we be ok to travel, or even if we don't leave Frankfurt Airport kids still need more than 3 months valid passport?

Answer: As long as you do not leave the airport in Frankfurt, you should be okay.
Cruise to Bahamas in Aug. Passport expires in Sept
by: Anonymous

Question: We are going on a cruise to the Bahamas in August but my US passport expires in September. Is that still okay (it is less than 6 months from expiration).

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid in order to enter The Bahamas. Please contact the cruise line for confirmation.

Have a safe and enjoyable trip!
Bosnia, Italy, Croatia
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am planning to leave August 1st from the U.S to Bosnia. I'd like to stay in Europe until the end of September. My passport expired December 18, 2022. Will I be okay to travel without renewing?

Answer: Bosnia, Italy and Croatia all require at least 3 months of validity beyond your planned date of departure. Your passport will have less than 3 months left by the end of September. Because of this, you need to renew your passport in advance of travel.

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Schengen Countries
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. My passport expires on January 29 next year. I will be flying from the US to Germany on July 26, traveling to France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, before returning back to the US from Amsterdam on August 4.

I know that the official state department language says each of those countries' requirements is 3 months validity past departure from the Schengen region (so I should be fine), but I'm concerned that I've seen several sites that say the presumed date of departure is 90 days past actual planned departure. So in effect, even those countries really require 180 days of validity. Can you comment on that?

Answer: Some Schengen countries assume that you will stay for the entire 90 days allowable visa-free stay. This is why the Department of State recommends having at least 6 months when traveling to Europe. Having said that, you should not have issues as long as you can show proof of onward travel/exit from the Schengen area.
Greece-Italy-France
by: Anonymous

Question: This may repeat information in other questions, but I'm trying to be as sure as possible given the cost of travel. My passport expires 26 December. I'm flying to Greece (via Norway) 19 July, and after touring Greece, am spending a week or so in Italy, before flying back to the U.S.A. on 11 August (more than 4 months before my passport expires). I'm doing my best to get an appointment for renewal before I leave, but if I can't, should I be ok?

Answer: Yes, you should be okay. Greece, Italy, and France are all parties to the Schengen Agreement. As such all three countries require at least 3 months of validity which is counted from your planned date of departure from any of the Schengen countries.

Although the Department of State recommends having at least 6 months of validity remaining on your passport when traveling to Europe, your passport still meets the actual requirements of the countries you are traveling to. You may postpone your renewal until after your trip.

Safe travels!
Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: My husband and I are traveling to Jamaica in August for one week but our passports expire in December 2022. Do we need to renew our passports before travel?

Answer: Your passports only need to be valid upon entry to and exit from Jamaica. You should be able to travel without renewing your passports beforehand. Safe travels!
Passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I hold a Philippine passport but I am a Permanent resident of Canada. I want to travel to the US for vacation from July 11-31. My Philippine passport will expire on Oct 25. Can I still travel to the US and go back to Canada with no problem?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. As long as you have the appropriate paperwork, you should be able to travel to the United States without a problem.
Travel to Austria, Summer 2022
by: Ryan

Question: Hi, I'm just making sure that if my US passport expires on December 17 I can safely travel to Austria on July 27, returning to the US on August 2? If so, will it be easier and "less of a hassle" if I do the expedited passport renewal just to be safe or will I be good either way? Thanks so much for your time! Great website by the way! :)

Answer: Hi, Ryan. You should be able to travel to Austria with your current passport. It meets the three months post-departure requirement of the Schengen countries which include Austria.
Passport
by: Hanna

Question: My kids' passports expire in January next year. We travel on 30 Jun from the USA to Europe and leave Europe on 17 Aug. Are we still ok to use EU passports when we enter the EU or because kids' passports expire in January (it will be less than 6 months to the expiration date), the kids should use their US passport only in order to enter the EU? They will enter the US on their US passports.

Answer: Hello, Hanna. Your children may use either EU or U.S. passports. Have a safe trip!
Transit
by: Gabriela

Question: I hold a Honduran passport and have a USA tourist visa that expires in 2030. I live in Taiwan and my passport expires on October 18. I was planning to travel to Honduras on July 16th, come back to Taiwan on August 17th, and transit in the USA. Is it possible for me to transit through the USA if my passport is expiring in 3 months? would there be any issue?

Answer: Your passport needs to be valid for 6 months beyond your planned departure from the United States. You may not have issues if you stay in the airport but venturing out may not be possible. Please contact the CBP for more information.
USA TO ITALY
by: Julie in NYC

Question: My son aged 20 and I are leaving for Italy on July 24, 2022. His passport expires on Jan 10, 2023. Are we okay to go?

Answer: Yes, you should be good to go. Have a safe trip!
Trip to Turks and Caicos
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello - I have a trip planned for Turks and Caicos from the US from 8/8 to 8/16 but my passport expires 11/19. Am I going to need to renew or am I ok to travel to and from?

Answer: You should still be good to go with your current passport. The Turks and Caicos Islands require at least three months of validity remaining upon entry into their country. Your passport will have three months and a few days left by 8/8. Enjoy your trip!
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter is planning to travel to the US from Ecuador on July 7. Her US passport expires on Nov 22 but her Ecuador passport is valid until 2030. Will she have trouble traveling to the US and returning to Ecuador two weeks later? Thank you.

Answer: Your daughter should not have issues since her U.S. passport is still valid. She may use her passport to enter and depart the United States and use her Ecuadorian passport to depart and re-enter Ecuador.
Prague
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, traveling to Prague in the Czech Republic and my passport expires in 5 1/2 months. I think they are part of Schengen territories and only require validity for 3 months. Is this true?

Answer: You are correct, the Czech Republic is party to the Schengen Agreement. While the Department of State recommends at least 6 months of validity on your passport when traveling to Europe, you will actually only need 3 months after your departure from any of the Schengen countries.
Holder of a Philippine passport with a Belgian Identity F cad
by: Anonymous

Question: My son is traveling back this July to Belgium but his passport will expire in November and our plan is to renew his passport in the Philippine embassy here in Brussels. Can he travel then without any problems at the airport? Thank you for your kind reply.

Answer: We specialize in U.S. passports and U.S. citizen travel. Please contact the Belgian embassy regarding your concern.
Dual Passports
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Stockholm and I know that they have a 3-month validity passport rule.

However, I booked my ticket with my Croatian passport (which expires in less than 3 months), and I want to change it on the website that I bought the ticket with for my Japanese passport (which does not expire for 3 more years) but they are not letting me.

When I get to the airport and they deny my Croatian passport, can I use my Japanese passport to board the plane as well?

Answer: Please contact the Swedish Embassy regarding your concern.
Traveling to India
by: Girija Appu

Question: My daughter's US passport expires in November 2022. Can she travel to India in July (1st to 22nd)?

Answer: If your daughter has a valid Indian visa or OCI card, she may travel to India with her current passport.
Soon to expire and we need to fly this July
by: Anonymous

Question: My wife's passport will expire in December and we are planning to travel on July 11. We cannot book a ticket because the airlines require 6 months validity of the passport. What should I do?

Answer: Your wife needs to renew her passport. In order to get it in time for your planned trip, she needs to apply at a regional passport agency. Agencies require an appointment. Please call 1-877-487-2778 to set one up.
Venezuelan passport expires in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I hold a Venezuelan passport that expires on September 29th. I have requested a new passport but unfortunately, I have not received it yet.

I need to travel before July 9th and I may need to spend a couple of days in the US, am I allowed to use my current passport? or do I have to have the new one?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. As long as you have the appropriate paperwork, you should be okay. Please contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for more information.
Traveling with US replacement passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US as well as Dutch citizen traveling to the US from Spain from the 3rd of July until the 18th of July. My Dutch passport is valid until 2026 but my American replacement passport (valid for only one year) expires on the 14th of October 2022. Can I still use my US passport to travel to the US and back?

Answer: Yes, you may travel with your limited passport.
U.S. citizen & German citizen travels to USA
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I have both a U.S. and German passport. I live in Germany and going on vacation to New York on 18th Jun and heading back to Germany on 25th Jun. My German passport is valid until 26th Jul 2031. My U.S. passport is valid until 9th Jul.

Will there be any problem for me to enter the USA?
Thanks in advance.

Answer: You should not have any trouble entering the United States since your passport is still valid.
US to CANADA
by: TN

Question: I am traveling to Vancouver, Canada from August 19 to 23. My US passport expires on August 29. Will I have any problems entering Canada or returning to the US?

Answer: There should not be any issues. You may travel between Canada and the United States as long as your passport is valid.
U.S. minors travelling to France, passports expire within 3 months after return
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm an American citizen going to France with my 2 children, aged 15, returning on July 3. My passport is valid until 2027, but theirs expires on Sept 17.

Do they need new passports? I am having trouble getting an emergency passport appointment. Any suggestions?

Answer: France requires at least 3 months beyond your departure from their country. Since your children's passports do not meet this requirement, you need to obtain new passports for them.

You need to keep trying to get an appointment at a regional agency or find a private passport courier who can get your children's passports ASAP.

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Travel to the Philippines with less than 6 months validity
by: Anonymous

Question: My son’s passport will expire in November 2022 and we’re traveling to the Philippines on June 13. Are we able to travel with his passport which is about to expire in less than 6 months?

Answer: Based on data from the Department of State, you need at least 6 months of validity remaining on your U.S. passports in order to enter the Philippines. Please contact the Philippine Embassy or the airline you are flying with for confirmation.
US passport expiration less than 3 months from date of travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My kids' US passports expire on 9/24 and we are planning to visit Europe (Schengen area) returning on 7/3. Will we have issues with this, also is it possible to change our return to 6/24 (3 months) and avert the problem. Let me know, thanks.

Answer: Yes, you will likely have issues since your children will have less than the required 3 months post-departure requirement.

If you leave the Schengen area earlier than planned (6/24), you should be able to travel with your children's current passports.
Child passport expires 6 weeks after visit to USA
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, we are visiting the USA in July for 2 weeks from Ireland. My child’s passport expires 6 weeks later in September. Does my child need a renewal before?

Answer: Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Your child does not need a new passport to enter the country. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter's passport expires on November 14th. We travel to Mexico for 5 days from June 26th to July 1st. Is it ok to travel? Thanks.

Answer: Yes, it is okay to travel. Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in Mexico.
Passport expires in October
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expire on 02.10.22. I want to go to Greece, Italy or Spain. Is it ok? Thank you.

Answer: If your traveling before August 2nd, it will be okay since you will have at least 3 months left on your passport by then.
Expiring US passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I have dual citizenship from US and Korea. I have a trip departing the US on 6/18 and coming back on 6/24. My US passport expires on 6/20 and my Korean passport expires on 8/20. Korean embassy said I can enter/leave the country but will I be able to re-enter the US with an expired passport? I called in for an emergency passport service but they don’t have any open slots for two weeks.

Answer: You need a valid U.S. passport to re-enter the United States.
Travel to India
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. My kid is a US citizen and her passport expires in Dec 2022. We are planning to travel to India from June through August. Will she have a problem when transiting through other countries and entering India and back?

Answer: Issues with transit/layovers can easily be resolved by not leaving the airport in between flights. As for entering India, she should be able to as long as she has an Indian visa or OCI card, if applicable.

Also, there will be no issues re-entering the United States.
Travel to greece
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Greece from June 11 till June 18, and my passport expires on Oct 9, which leaves me with a validity of 3 months after departing from Greece. Will I be able to travel without any issue?

Answer: Yes, there should not be any issues. Your passport only needs to be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from Greece.
US to Europe
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US citizen traveling to Italy, Switzerland, France, Spain, and possibly Greece. My travel dates are August 28 to September 22. Will it be ok if my passport expires on February 5 (23 weeks after the flight from US to Europe and ~ 19 weeks after the flight from Europe back to US)?

Answer: Yes, you will be okay. Your passport only needs to have at least 3 months upon your exit from the Schengen area which all your destinations belong to. We recommend that you contact the airline to double-check.
US/Saudi dual citizenship
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US/Saudi citizen, planning to travel to the US in July but my passport is about to expire in October. Can I go back to Saudi by the end of July if my passport is about to expire?

Answer: Yes, you can.
Passport expiring
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I’m a US citizen and wanted to fly out to the UK from July to August but my passport expires in October. Is it ok for me to fly?

Answer: Yes, it is okay. You may enter the UK as long as your passport remains valid for the duration of your stay.
Philippine Passport expiring in 4 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I am a Canadian resident. I hold a Philippine passport and a valid US tourist visa. I have a flight to the US from Canada on June 11th-25th. Can I enter the US? Thank you so much for the response.

Answer: You may enter the United States as long as your passport stays valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
US citizen travel to Aruba
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am planning a trip to Aruba from July 15-25. My US passport expires on September 30. Will I have any issues traveling to Aruba, and coming back to the US? Do I need to renew my passport before I go?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Aruba. There is no need to renew your passport before your trip.
US Passport expires in less than 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am an American living in Israel. My US passport expires in 2 months. Can I enter and depart the US with this passport?

Answer: Yes, you may use your passport to travel into and out of the United States as long as it is still valid. Please check with Israel's immigration office to find out if you may re-enter their country with that passport.
Return to US
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter is a US citizen and we wish to travel back home on 21st June. However, her passport is expiring after 2 weeks on the 5th of July. Can she still travel?

Answer: Yes, your daughter may still travel. U.S. citizens may enter the United States without issue as long as their passports are valid. Have a safe trip home!
Enter Canada and USA with a passport that expires in 5 days
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! I am a US green card holder and also have a Romanian passport that will expire on June 22. I am planning to travel to Montreal, Canada from June 17 until June 20. Would I be allowed to enter Canada and back in the USA since my passport will expire in only a few days. Thank you in advance!

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Canada for entry requirements specific to Romanian passport holders. As for getting back in the United States, there should not be any issues as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Australian/US Dual Citizen
by: Anonymous

Question: My son is a dual citizen of Australia and the USA, and his US passport is due to expire in August 2022. He is due to travel to the USA and will enter and exit prior to the expiry of his US passport, returning to Australia on his AUS passport that has been renewed recently. Will he be able to exit the US on a nearly expired US passport?

Answer: Yes, he can depart the United States without issue as long as his passport is valid.
Can I travel?
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport runs out in exactly 3 months from the day I fly. I am going for 2 days so when I come back will I be able to get back into the UK from Italy because I will have 2 months and 29 days left.

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Italy regarding entry requirements for British passport holders.
Traveling
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning to go to Albania on October 25 and return around November 12. My password expires on December 12. Will I be allowed to go and come back in this timeframe, or is it an issue?

Answer: Albania requires that you have at least three months remaining on your passport beyond your date of departure from their country. You only have a month left by the time you exit Albania.

You need to renew your passport before your trip. If you apply soon, you should have your new passport in time for your trip.

Note that standard processing currently takes 8 to 11 weeks while expedited processing takes 5 to 7 weeks. These processing times do not include mailing times on the front and back end. Please apply accordingly.

You also have the option to apply through a private courier so you do not have to go through the process on your own.

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Traveling to canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a green card holder with a Philippines passport. I plan to visit Canada at end of July but my passport is expiring in November. I will only be there for less than a week. Will I be able to enter Canada? Thanks in advance!

Answer: Legal permanent residents of the United States may enter Canada with a valid passport and green card. You should be okay.
Portugal
by: Anonymous

Question: I am due to travel to Portugal from the end of May until the end of June. My passport expires at the beginning of September. Will it be ok to travel?

Answer: Count the days from the date of your departure from Portugal to the date your passport expires. If it reaches 90 days, you are okay to travel with your current passport. If it comes up short, you need to renew before your trip.
Passport expired on October
by: Eden

Question: Hello. My children are Canadian citizens and their passports will expire this October. Are they still allowed to go to the US for vacation in July?

Answer: Yes. Canadians only need to present valid passports in order to enter the United States. Please contact the CBP for more information regarding entry.
South Korea trip
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m a permanent of the United States of America and I have a flight to South Korea on May 16th, coming back on May 30th. My passport is due to expire on July 17th and I can’t get a renewal fast enough. Can I go and still come back?

Answer: Whether you can enter South Korea depends on which country issued your passport. You need to contact the Embassy of South Korea for the latest entry requirements.

As for returning to the United States, you should have no issues as long as your passport and green card are valid.
Passport expiry period
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I have a Belgian-issued International passport valid until November 2022.
Can I still travel with it in the US during the month of July or does it need to be valid for a longer period?

Answer: Hi! Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. As long as you have all the necessary documents, you should be okay. Have a safe trip!
Italian passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter's Italian passport expires on August 15. Can she enter the US by mid-June?

Answer: As long as her passport is valid for the duration of her stay in the United States, she may enter the country without issues.
Passport Validity
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a green card holder in the USA with a Ghanaian passport which expires in June. I need to travel to the United Kingdom for an emergency which is in May. Can I use my passport to apply for a visa or do I have to renew it?

Answer: Please contact the British Embassy regarding visa applications.
Indonesian
by: Anonymous

Question: My wife is an Indonesian citizen living in the US on a permanent visa. She is traveling to Indonesia in July and returning to the US in August. Her Indonesian passport expires in November. Will she be allowed to enter Indonesia with only 4 months left to expire on her Indonesian passport?

Answer: Your wife may re-enter the United States as long as she arrives with a valid green card and passport (or any other valid government-issued ID).

As for entry into Indonesia, she needs to contact the Indonesian embassy or consulate. Our guess is she should be able to enter her home country as long as her passport is valid.
Expiring Passport
by: Alvin

Question: Hello. I'm a US Permanent Resident. My passport is expiring in August. I'm going to the Philippines on June 2 until July 14. Am I going to be allowed to return to the US?

Answer: You may re-enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. We are travelling from the UK in September and returning 4th October this year. My 11-year-old son's passport expires in Feb next year and my dad's in March.

Are we still OK to fly or do we need to get new passports.

I've heard that we are ok, but then some people are saying we need 6 months. I'm very confused at the moment.

Can you help please?

Answer: Your British passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. You should be okay.
Travel to Portugal
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving for Portugal on May 1st (entering May 2nd), then I fly to Greece on May 8th, leaving on May 16th (to re-enter the United States on May 17th). My passport expires on July 30th. That is exactly 90 days if you count May 2nd as day 1 (91 days if you consider May 1st day 1).

Will I be ok on this trip to enter Portugal on May 2nd and Greece on May 8th?

Answer: Your passport does not meet the Schengen requirement of 3 months beyond your planned date of departure from any of the Schengen countries (in your case, Greece). Please contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778 for an appointment to get your passport renewed before your trip.
Passport
by: Ana María

Question: Hi all. I am a U.S. citizen living abroad, and I want to go back to the U.S. next month (May). My U.S. passport expires this July. Can I still go back to the U.S. if my passport expires in three months?

Answer: Yes, you may enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Travel in July, passport expires in Sept
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a US Citizen living in New Zealand with NZ citizenship. I need to travel to Canada in July for 3 weeks and will transition through the US both going and returning. I can enter Canada on my NZ passport however will need to use my US passport to transition through the US. It expires in September, will I be able to use it, or do I need to renew it first?

Answer: You may use your current U.S. passport to travel to the United States.
Passport question
by: Shweta

Question: Hi all. My Indian passport is expiring in September. I have a green card and live in the US. I need to travel to India next week. I know that I can enter India on my passport as its valid until September. My return date is May 10th back here. Will I be stopped from entering the US in May due to my Indian passport not having 6 months of validity?

Answer: You should not have any issues re-entering the United States as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Travel from Netherlands to US
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a US passport that expires on September 10. I am traveling from the Netherlands to the US on May 4. Can I enter the US with this passport?

Answer: Yes, you may enter the country with your current passport. Have a safe trip!
Travel to Turkey and India with less than 6 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My 9-year-old daughter's passport expires on Nov 13. We are traveling to Turkey from June 12 to June 17 and then to India from June 18 to July 11, returning back to the US on July 11. Do we need to get her a new passport? I am really worried since we are not finding any expedited passport service appointments.

Answer: The government of Turkey requires at least 6 months of validity on your U.S. passports to allow entry into their country.

At this time, in-person appointments are not yet available since your travel dates are more than a month away. You can request expedited service when you apply at a local acceptance facility. However, processing will take 5 to 7 weeks, too close to your travel date.

You can either wait until you are 2 weeks out from your departure date to schedule an appointment or you can employ the services of a private courier ASAP to get the passport in 5 weeks.

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Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I’ve got an American passport which is about to expire this week. I’m at the moment in the UK. Can I travel to Pakistan with this passport?

Answer: You cannot. Your U.S. passport needs to have at least 6 months of validity remaining in order to enter Pakistan.
Going to France with less than 3 months valid passport
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to France from June 15-24 and my daughter's passport expires on Sept 12, 2022. Do I need to renew her passport before the trip?

Answer: Yes. France requires at least three months beyond your planned date of departure from their country. If your daughter is below 16, you need to submit a new application for your child's passport.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Mexico this June and I'm returning on July 28. My passport expires on July 31. Do I need to renew my passport before traveling?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. It only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the United States. Have a safe trip!
Spain Trip
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US Citizen who is traveling from the US to Spain in the last week of August 2022 and returning in the first week of September 2022, My passport expires the first week in February next year. Am I good to travel with this passport or will I have to renew my passport for entry into Spain and reentry into the US? Please advise, thank you.

Answer: Since Spain only requires 3 months of validity beyond your planned departure, you should be able to enter Spain and get back to the United States with your current passport.
Greece, passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Greece on 7 June and the return flight departs from Greece on 12 June but arrives in the UK on 13 June. If my passport expires on 12 September can I still travel with it?

Answer: If you hold a U.S. passport, you should still be able to enter Greece. If you hold a different passport, please contact the Italian embassy/consulate closest to you for entry requirements.
US to Italy Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from the US to Italy on 4/26, returning on 5/8. My US passport expires on August 9, 2022. Do I meet the 3 month rule for Italy?

Answer: Yes, your passport still meets the requirement. Have a safe trip!
Can I travel to USA without renewing the passport?
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello,

I am a Canadian passport holder. I am planning to travel to the USA from May 27th to June 7th, but my passport is expiring on June 12th. Can I still travel to the USA without renewing my passport?

Answer: Yes, you may still travel to the United States. Your passport only needs to be valid to enter the country.
Travel to Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there,

We are leaving on a last-minute trip to Cabo next week on 4/20 and returning on 4/26. My passport expires on 5/14. Am I still able to travel or will I have to attempt to get an expedited renewal?

Answer: You should be able to travel to Cabo and back with your current passport. Enjoy your trip!
Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires 9/12. I am traveling to Greece from May 26-June 4. Will my passport be valid for entry?

Answer: Yes. Your passport still meets Greece's 3-month post-departure requirement for U.S. passports. Have a safe trip!
Traveling to Pakistan
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. We are planning a trip to Pakistan from the US in June-August. My kids' US passports will expire in December. Can they still travel? Or will they need to renew passports?

Answer: The answer depends on the actual date your children's passports expire. If the date will be 6 months after your arrival in Pakistan, they should be okay. If not, you need to get them new passports.
Philippine tourist with expiring passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I am a British Citizen with a British Passport. My wife holds a Philippines Passport and we both live in London. We are traveling to Boston on May 15th and returning to London on June 3rd.

I will be using the Esta Programme to visit. My wife has a valid 10 year USA tourist visa but her passport expires on August 11th (almost 2 months after returning to London). Will she be okay to enter and exit the USA for this holiday without any issues? Thanks.

Answer: Your wife may enter the United States with her Philippine passport and U.S. visa. Her passport only needs to be valid for the duration of her stay in the United States. Enjoy your holiday!
Passport Expiring in 1 month
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I am a permanent resident of the US and hold a Philippine passport. I am planning to visit the Philippines on May 1 and be back on the 21st of the same month. However, my passport is expiring on June 22nd. Is it ok to re-enter the US with my current passport? Thanks!

Answer: Yes, you may re-enter the United States without issue as long as you present a valid passport and green card.
Passport for my son
by: Anonymous

Question: My son and I are traveling to Greece on a cruise. My passport is valid until 2025, however, my son's passport expires on Nov 1st, 2022. We travel from July 31st to August 7th. Can he still travel?

Answer: His passport falls short of the 3-month post-departure requirement. You need to apply for your child's new passport before your trip.

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Traveling to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a 5 day trip from the US to Canada in May and my US passport expires in August. Will I be allowed to enter Canada and back in the US?

Answer: Yes, you may travel between the United States and Canada with your current U.S. passport.
5 month expires
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to North Macedonia on August 13-23 and my passport expires on January 13.

Answer: The U.S. Department of State recommends 6 months on your passport when traveling to North Macedonia. However, you may enter the country as long as your passport is valid.
Expiring passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Mexico from April 30 to May 7. My passport expires on June 14. Can I travel?

Answer: Yes, you can still travel. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the United States. Have a safe trip!
Travel to Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to travel from July 15 to July 30 from the U.S. to Italy. My passport expires on February 23 next year. Can I re-enter with this passport or do I need to renew it?

Answer: You should not have any issues re-entering the United States as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport. You will also have to trouble entering Italy as your passport still meets the Schengen requirement.
Travel to Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on 8/2. I have a trip to Mexico planned, arriving on 5/28 and returning on 6/10.

Am I ok traveling on this passport or should I get a new passport before travel?

Answer: You may travel with your current passport. It only needs to be valid when you arrive in Mexico and when you get back to the United States.
Colombia
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I'm traveling to Colombia on May 13 but just realized my passport expires on June 1, am I still okay to travel?

Answer: The Department of State recommends six months of validity on your passport. However, Colombia only requires you to present a passport that will be valid for the duration of your stay.
PH passport expiring in 4mos
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, can I still travel to the US for 3 days if my PH passport is expiring in 4 months. I am a Canadian PR.

Answer: Yes, you may enter the United States using your current passport as long as you have the appropriate visa. Please contact the CBP for additional requirements.
US Ex-pat traveling to the States
by: Dennis

Question: Hello.

We are American citizens living in Europe. My son, 14 years old, will travel to the States from April 10-22. His US passport expires on June 14. Will he be able to enter the USA? He is a Belgian citizen with a residence card and also has an Italian passport so we are not concerned with his being able to return to Europe.

Answer: Your son may enter and depart the United States with his current passport.

Thank you.
Traveling to Cuba
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to Cuba on 4/5 returning 4/12. My son's US passport expires on 7/31. Would I have any issues traveling considering that my son's US passport expires in almost 4 months?

Answer: Cuba requires U.S. citizens to have at least 6 months of validity remaining on their passports. You need to apply for your child's new passport before you can travel.
Canada Vacation
by: MaryKare

Question: Hello, I'm traveling to Canada next week (the first week of April) for 2 days and have a passport that expires in May of this year. Will I still be able to enter Canada and the US?

Answer: Yes. Your passport only needs to be valid in order to travel between the United States and Canada. Have a safe trip!
Madrid Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I was called for emergency business in Madrid. I am a US Citizen traveling to Madrid on April 9th and will be returning on April 12th. My passport expires on June 26th. I just came back and forth from Canada for work and there were no issues. Will I be able to travel to Madrid and back to the US?

Answer: Canada only requires a valid passport but Spain requires at least 3 months beyond your planned date of departure from their country. Your passport unfortunately does not meet this requirement. Please contact the Embassy of Spain to find out if this requirement can be bypassed because of your work emergency. It is possible that you will be allowed in if you have a work visa.

If you need to have your passport renewed before your trip, you need to contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778 to schedule an appointment at a regional agency. They can issue a new passport within 72 hours of your scheduled trip.
3 months validity, Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! My husband and I are flying to Italy, from April 25-May 7 and my husband's passport will expire on August 26. It seems like that is within the 3-month validity that Italy requires but I’ve seen some information on the internet that says it may require 6 months of validity. Any clarification would be so helpful!

Answer: The Department of State recommends 6 months of validity remaining on your U.S. passport when traveling to Europe. But the Schengen requirement is just 3 months beyond your departure from any Schengen country. Your husband's passport still meets this requirement.
Dual citizen expired US passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I have dual citizenship (American and Filipino), and my US passport is expired. My Philippine passport isn’t. I’m currently in the US and would like to go to the Ph. So can I leave the US with an expired US passport but a valid Ph passport going to the Philippines?

Answer: You cannot. As a U.S. citizen, you are bound by law to depart and re-enter the United States using a valid U.S. passport. You need to renew your U.S. passport before you travel.

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Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I’m flying to the UK from Denmark from the 13th of April to the 20th of April but my passport expires on the 14th of June. Can I still go?

Answer: If you carry an American passport, you go since you only need a valid passport in order to enter the United Kingdom. If you own a Danish passport, please contact the closest British consulate or the British embassy for entry requirements specific to citizens of Denmark.
US passport expiring July 5 2022
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling from the US to Canada from April 13-17 with a US passport expiring on July 5. Will I be allowed entry to Canada and back to the US?

Answer: Yes, you may travel to Canada and back to the United States with your current passport. Enjoy your trip!
Passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Italy on April 25th and returning on May 1. My passport expires on August 12th so I just make the 3-month mark. Will I be able to travel?

Answer: Yes, you should be able to travel. Have a safe trip!
Trip to Panama
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to Panama for 5 days on vacation on April 21, my passport expires on July 15th. Do I need a renewal?

Answer: Yes, you need to renew your passport before your trip. Panama requires that upon arrival, you present a passport with at least 3 months of validity remaining.

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re-entry from Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Italy in the summer. When we come back to the US, my son's US passport will be a month from expiry. We come back on Aug 1, and his passport expires on Sept. 1. Entering Italy is not a problem as he has a valid Italian passport as well, my only concern is whether we will have problems entering the US on our return.

Answer: There should not be any issues re-entering the United States as long as he arrives with a valid U.S. passport.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I am traveling to Ecuador for 4 days 4/8 to 4/12. My passport expires in June. Will I be able to travel or need a speedy renewal?

Answer: You need to get your passport renewed quickly. Ecuador requires 6 months on U.S. passports in order to allow entry.

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Traveling to Cancun
by: Anonymous

Question: We’re traveling to Cancun from April 16-22 (7days) my kids' passports will expire on July 12. can we still travel to Cancun and return to the US with their passports expiring soon? Or do we need to renew their passports before traveling? Thanks.

Answer: All your passports just need to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the U.S. There is no need to obtain new passports before you travel. Have a safe trip!
Passport Expires 114 days after travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires 114 days after my travel to Cancun, Mexico. Will I be denied entry to Mexico? I will not have time to renew, the trip is in 10 days.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico. You should be okay. Have a safe trip!
Passport expires next day
by: Lester

Question: Hi I am traveling with my daughter for 5 days to Mexico on March 21st. Her passport expires on March 22nd. Will we be able to enter Mexico and return?

Answer: Hi, Lester. You may run into issues with CBP since your daughter's passport will expire before your return to the United States.

U.S. citizens may return to the United States with expired passports but this is only applicable to those who are already overseas. Your daughter will not be expressly denied re-entry but it may cause considerable delays which can be stressful for a minor.

It is best that you reschedule your trip until you are able to apply for your child's new passport. Also, we recommend not making any final travel arrangements until you have the actual new passport at hand.
Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Jamaica this month March. My passport is expiring next month. Do I need to renew it before my travels?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport in advance of travel. You only need your passport to be valid when you arrive in Jamaica and when you return to the United States.
Traveling to NZ
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a US citizen traveling to NZ in early May and returning to the US at the end of May. NZ is opening its borders by then to US citizens. My passport expires in July. Do I need to renew my passport before I travel?

Answer: Yes, you need to renew your passport. New Zealand requires that your U.S. passport have at least 3 months of validity remaining by the time you leave their country.

Standard renewals take about 8 to 11 weeks to process. If you expedite, you will receive your passport in 5 to 7 weeks. Please choose the service based on your travel plans. Also, we recommend not making any final travel arrangements until your new passport arrives.

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Passport expires in 5 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I am traveling to Italy from April 20-29. My passport expires on Sept. 17. I do not think I have enough time to renew before the trip. Will this be ok to enter Italy and return to the US?

Thank you.

Answer: You should be able to enter Italy with your current passport. The requirement is three months beyond your planned departure from any Schengen country, including Italy. Your passport meets this requirement.

As for returning to the United States, there will no issues as long as you arrive with a valid passport.
Canada Vacation
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there!
I would like to know the current dates of passport validity. I'm traveling to Canada for 5 days in April for fun. My passport expires in September. My travel dates are within 6 months of expiration. Do I need to renew my passport before my trip? I just don't think there's enough time to.

Answer: Hello! There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. Canada only requires that you enter their country with a valid passport. You will also just need the same in order to re-enter the United States. Have a safe trip!
Turks & Caicos Travel from Florida
by: Janie L

Question: Hi, I am traveling with my family from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Turks & Caicos on March 31-April 3 via Southwest. My passport expires 5 months later (August 1). Can I still go?

My family is all set but as the mom, I am not sure. I have been on hold with Southwest for 4 hours with no luck of anyone answering.

Answer: Hi, Janie. Your passport meets the Turks and Caicos Islands' entry requirement of 3 months. There's no need to worry. Have fun on your trip!
From Nigeria Planing To Apply For Student Visa
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm from Nigeria and got admitted into a University in the US for Fall 2022 intake but my passport expires in October.

Will it affect my visa application process? I won't be able to renew my passport until after October here in Nigeria. Or will it be advisable to shift my admission to Summer 2022 so I won't have issues? Please advise. Thanks.

Answer: Please contact the U.S. Embassy in Abuja or the Consulate General in Lagos for questions regarding your U.S. visa application. The requirement is usually 6 months of validity on your passport but we do not have the most current information on U.S. visa issuance.
Travel to Spain from US
by: Anonymous RAS

Question: Hello. My 14-year-old son and 13-year-old daughters' US passports expire within 2 months of our return to the US. Can we travel or will we be restricted? Thanks!

Answer: Spain requires at least 3 months beyond your planned date of departure from Spain. You need to obtain new passports for your children before travel.

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Travel to Switzerland
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Switzerland on March 19-27th and my departure date (return to the US) is March 27th. My passport expires on June 25th, technically exactly 90 days after.

It's cutting it close but would I still be able to travel?

Answer: It's close but since it's 90 days, it should be allowed. We recommend contacting the airline and the Swiss Embassy for confirmation.
Traveling to Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: My US passport expires on November 26 and I am traveling to the Bahamas in late May/early June for a week. Will my passport allow me to enter and leave the Bahamas?

Answer: Yes. You may travel to the Bahamas with your current passport.
Expiration in 2 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I am traveling to Sint Maarten on March 17 but my passport expires on May 3. Can I still travel? I didn't see a restriction on their site.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Sint Maarten. Have a safe trip!
Travel to the United States with 3 months left on my passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I have to travel to the United States on June 20th and my passport expires on September 8th. Do you think I will be able to enter the United States?

Answer: If you have a U.S. passport, you should not have issues entering the United States. If you have a foreign passport, please contact the CBP for entry requirements.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Italy on 19 June and returning on 4 July. My passport expires in December. Will my passport be accepted under the 3-month rule?

Answer: Yes, you're good to go. Have a safe trip!
Punta Cana
by: Anonymous

Question: Passport expires in October this year. Planning a trip in July for one week. Is that okay?

Answer: Based on current requirements, you should be able to travel to the Dominican Republic with your current passport. We recommend that you check again in a month or so to make sure that there are no changes.
Will I able to fly to Spain for my trip?
by: Anonymous

Question: My trip to Spain is from March 12-20th and my passport expires June 5th.
Is this okay or not?

Answer: Spain requires at least 3 months of validity beyond your planned date of departure. Please contact the Embassy of Spain to find out if the requirement is waived at this time. If it's not, you cannot travel to Spain without renewing your passport.

At this time, only a regional agency can issue a passport in time for your departure date. Please call 1-877-487-2778 for an appointment.
Bahamas
by: CU

Question: I am traveling to the Bahamas from 4/21 to 4/24, my passport expires on 8/22. Can I travel with no problems?

Answer: Yes. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Bahamas. Safe travels!
US passport expires 93 days from leaving Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to be departing Spain on May 1st. My passport expires on August 3rd. 90 days from May 1st is July 30th! Am I OK to travel without renewing my passport?

Answer: Yes, you're okay to travel to Spain with your current passport.
Will I be able to fly?
by: Anonymous

Question: I leave April 1 for Mexico and come back April 7 while my passport expires April 9. I noticed this last minute.

Answer: Mexico only requires that your passport be valid upon entry. As for returning to the United States, there shouldn't be any issue as long as you arrive with a valid passport. Have a safe trip!
Turks Providenciales
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m leaving for Turks on 3/13 and returning on 3/18 to the US. My passport expires on 6/10. Can I travel to Providenciales?

Answer: The Turks and Caicos Islands require at least 3 months of validity on U.S. passports upon entry. Your passport falls a few days short of this requirement. Please contact the airline you are traveling with and the Turks and Caicos Immigration Department to find out if they will still allow you entry with your current passport.
Travel to Guatemala for 1 week. daughter's passport expires in 2 months
by: Greysy

Question: Hi. I would like to know if there’s any problem if I travel to Guatemala on March 11 to 20 with my 5-year-old daughter.

Her passport expires in May. Is there any problem getting out and coming back in when her passport is about to expire?

Answer: The government of Guatemala requires U.S. citizens to present passports with at least 6 months of validity remaining upon entry. You cannot travel with your daughter unless you get a new passport for her.

This close to your travel date, the only place that can issue the passport in time is a regional passport agency. Please contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778 for an appointment.
Traveling to UK at the end of April, first of May
by: mark

Question: My son's passport expires in June. Is he ok to travel to the UK or do we have to renew his passport?

Answer: Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in the UK. If you're returning before his passport expires, your son should be able to use his passport for your upcoming trip.
Jamaica
by: Cindy

Question: We are planning to visit Jamaica in April and I just realized that my children's passports expire in May. Should I be worried?

Answer: You only need a valid passport upon entry to and exit from Jamaica. There's no need to worry about your children's passports.
Renew Passport
by: Ram

Question: My minor daughter's US passport is expiring in September and she has a trip to India in June. Can she travel to India and arrive in US with out having to renew her passport?

Answer: Hi, Ram. As long as your daughter already has a visa to India, she may travel and return to the United States on her current passport.
Expires in July
by: Anonymous

Question: Can we still travel or do I need to renew my 4-years-old son's passport for an international flight in 1 week?

After booking the flight me and my wife just noticed his passport is expiring in July 2022. Philippines requirement passport should be valid 6 months. This is so stressful.

Appreciate the help in advance.

Answer: Based on information on the Department of State's website, your U.S. passports only need to be valid upon entry to the Philippines. Have a safe trip.
Travel to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: My dad’s passport expires in June and we are traveling to Jamaica March 2-6. Is it possible for him still to be able to travel??

Answer: Your U.S. passports only need to be valid upon entry to and exit from Jamaica. Your dad should have no trouble traveling. Enjoy your trip!
Passport expires in June
by: Lior

Question: I'm an American citizen (although I live abroad). I’m planning to come for a few days to NY and then to Canada for 3 days. Since I have dual citizenship, it’s ok if I travel with my US passport. But will I be able to leave the US & enter Canada with it even if it’s not valid for 6 months ahead?

Thanks for your help!

Answer: Yes, you may travel to the U.S. and Canada with your current U.S. passport even with 6 months of validity left.
Passport expiration
by: AnonymousChi

Question: My kids' passports expire in June and we are planning a one-week trip in April, possibly a cruise that includes maybe Mexico or Bahamas, or the Dominican Republic. Will the passports be valid or would we need to renew quickly?

Answer: All the destinations you mentioned only require your passports to be valid for the duration of your stay. There is no need to get new passports for your kids before your planned trip. Travel safe!
Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to the Bahamas March 8-13. My kid's passport expires on June 6. I can't get an appointment to renew. Would it be ok to travel?

Answer: Yes, it will be okay to travel. Your U.S. passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in The Bahamas. Have a safe and memorable vacation!
Passport expired
by: Dann

Question: I have a Haitian passport. I'm in the US and I'll be back in my home country in a month. I'm planning to go to Santo Domingo this weekend but my passport will expire in May. Can I travel to the Dominican Republic and back to the US?

Answer: You need to contact theEmbassy of The Dominican Republic for entry requirements specific to Haitian passport holders.

As for returning to the United States, you may re-enter the country without issue as long as you arrive with a valid passport and immigration documents (visa or green card).
Passport expires in 2 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I'm traveling to France on March 4th-15th and my passport expires on May 12th. I'm too close to my departure date to get it renewed before my trip.

So I'm wondering if there is any chance at all that I would be allowed entry given I'm only staying in the country for a week, have proof of a return flight, and also have proof of a scheduled appointment to have it renewed as soon as I get back. Hoping I don't have to cancel my trip, or be turned away last minute!

Thanks.

Answer: The Schengen area which France is a part of requires at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from any of the Schengen countries. Your passport does not meet this requirement.

Having said that, some countries may waive the requirement. We recommend that you contact the Embassy of France to find out if you can enter their country with less than 3 months of validity remaining on your passport.
Traveling from US to England, Scotland and Ireland
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling from the US to England to sail to Ireland and Scotland in June. My wife’s passport expires in September. Will that be a problem entering those countries?

Answer: It will not be a problem. Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in the UK and Ireland.
UK Citizen with US Permanent Resident Card
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a citizen of the United Kingdom, but hold a Permanent Resident Card for the USA and currently reside in the USA. I am due to travel to the UK from March 24th to April 5th, and my UK passport expires May 22nd. My US Permanent Resident Card is valid for another 9 years. Will I be safe to enter the UK and return to the USA?

Answer: Yes, you should be able to safely travel to the UK and back with your current documents.
passport renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I will travel to Portugal in March and will be back home in April. My passport will expire in July. Am I still good to travel to Portugal?

Answer: You may still be good to travel. Just make sure you still have 3 months left on your passport by the time you leave Portugal.
Am I ok to use my current passport?
by: Anonymous

Question: I travel to Mexico on Feb 27 and return to the US on March 25. My passport expires May 6. Am I ok to travel?

Answer: Yes, you are okay to travel. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the United.
Uk in europe
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I have a UK passport expiring on June 7th. I am leaving for my trip to Berlin on March 19th. Does anybody know what will happen?

Answer: We recommend that you contact the German Embassy or Consulate in the country you are currently in for the latest travel requirements for British passport holders.
Passport Requirements
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Montenegro and going through Austria, which is part of the Schengen. I am traveling on 2/20 and staying until 3/9 and my passport expires on June 28, 2022. Would it be ok to go through Austria?

Answer: You have a little over 3 months after your planned exit so you should be okay. Have a safe trip!
Will I be ok to travel?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Spain on Feb 21. I am leaving Spain on Feb 24. My passport expires May 24. Exactly 3 months, do you think I will be ok?

Answer: Yes, I think you should be okay.
Traveling to Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US citizen traveling to Spain on 03.19. My passport expires on 05.22. The Airline said it is ok, as far as it is valid. Is the airline correct?

Answer: As a party to the Schengen Agreement, Spain requires at least 3 months of validity beyond your planned date of departure from their country. Based on this, your passport does not meet the requirement.

Since the airline says otherwise, we recommend that you contact the Embassy of Spain to confirm whether or not their requirement is waived at this time.
Leave for Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I leave for Canada in March but my passport expires in August. Will I need to renew my passport beforehand?

Answer: There is no need to renew in advance of travel. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Canada and return to the United States.
Death in the family
by: Anonymous

Question: Today my father passed away and I noticed that my kids' passports expire in June. I was about to buy a flight to the Dominican Republic for a two weeks period. Are they okay to travel there with me?

Answer: We're sorry for your loss.

Yes, your children may travel to the Dominican Republic with their current passports.
Passport Expiration - Belize
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am a US citizen with a valid passport. I am traveling to Belize in early March with a passport that expires in mid-May. Is Belize a country that requires a valid passport for 3 or 6 months?

Answer: The government of Belize only requires that U.S. citizens present passports that are valid for the duration of their stay in the country. You may use your current passport for travel.
Two trips
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in June. I'm planning on taking a trip to Canada beginning of March. Will I have an issue crossing the border?

I am also going on a trip in MAY to Brazil with that be an issue as well?

Answer: You may travel to both countries with your current passport. Canada and Brazil only require that your U.S. passport be valid upon entry to their countries. You will only just need your passport to be valid to return to the United States without issues.
Cancun, Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there,

I'm due to travel to Cancun at the end of April. My passport expires in July, will I still be able to travel to Mexico and return to the US without any issues? Or should I renew my passport before?

Answer: There should not be any issues. Your passport only needs to be valid when you arrive in Mexico and upon return to the United States. Have a safe trip!
US to Italy to France to US
by: Anonymous

Question: I am currently 17 years old with a passport that was created six years ago. I am planning a trip to Italy from the US. I will then go to France from Italy and then from France back to the US.

My passport will expire about five months after the trip. Do I need to renew my passport before taking this trip or am I free to travel alone with a passport that will soon expire?

Answer: If your passport was issued 6 years ago, it is likely expired. Passports issued to minors age 15 and under are only valid for five years. Please double-check your passport's issue and expiration dates.

The U.S. Department of State strongly recommends that you have at least 6 months on your passport when traveling to Europe. But the Schengen area, which France and Italy belong to, actually only require at least 3 months beyond your trip. If your passport still has 5 months left, you should be okay to travel with it.

We recommend that you contact the Embassy of Italy and the Embassy of France for their regulations on unaccompanied minors.
Passport expires in 3 months from the date of travel to Peru
by: Martin

Question: We are traveling to Peru from SFO on April 7th and coming back to the States on April 19th. My US passport expires on July 12th. Would I have an issue entering Peru or re-entering the US?

Thank you.

Answer: Hello. Peru requires that you have at least 6 months on your passport in order to allow entry. You need to renew your passport before your trip.

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Traveling to Barbados
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from the U.S. to Barbados in June and my passport expires in August. Will I be okay or do I need to renew it before the trip?

Answer: There is no need to renew before your trip. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Barbados and re-entry to the United States. Safe travels!
6 months rule
by: Lynn

Question: Departing from the US on April 28, will be traveling to Germany, Austria, Hungary, and the Czech Republic. My US passport expires on Nov 22, am I still good or do I need to renew?

Answer: Hello, Lynn. The Department of State strongly recommends at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport to avoid issues while traveling through Europe. Since you have more than 6 months at the time trip, you should be okay.

You may renew your passport when you get back. Have a safe trip!
Passport expires in 4.5 months
by: Kristen

Question: We are going to Mexico from March 24 to April 2. My child's passport expires on June 28. Should I expedite a passport renewal for her now? Or can we safely re-enter the US on April 2 and then apply for the passport? Thank you in advance.

Answer: Hi, Kristen. Your U.S. passports only need to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the United States. You may apply for your child's new passport when you return from your trip. Have a safe trip!
Travel Ghana
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I plan to travel to Ghana on April 14-24 but I also traveled to Ghana in April of last year. My passport expires in Jan 2030 with a visa on it valid in 3 months. Is this good? Can I go travel?

Answer: Based on information from the Department of State's website, your passport meets all the requirements to enter Ghana. We recommend that you contact the Embassy of Ghana for the latest entry requirements for U.S. citizens.
Passport expires 1 week after trip
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling with my husband and 3 children from March 28 to April 5 to the Dominican Republic. My children's passports expire 1 week after we come back (April 16). Will I have a problem getting back to the U.S. with them?

Answer: There should not be any issues. Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Dominican Republic and upon re-entry to the United States. Travel safe!
Passport
by: greg

Question: My daughter will return from college in England at end of May or early June.

Her US passport expires in July. Can she get back into the US and renew her passport then?

Thank you,
Greg

Answer: Hello, Greg. Your daughter may enter the United States without issue as long as she arrives with a valid passport. She can then renew her passport in the country.
Valid emergency passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US citizen living in Austria traveling to the US from Feb. 12 to Feb. 27. I have a valid US emergency passport that expires on May 4th. Is this a problem? I had no idea you could not use a passport until its expiration.

Answer: The use of emergency passports is limited. As a general rule, you are supposed to apply for a full-validity passport after your emergency travel (purpose of emergency passport issuance).

Please contact the U.S. Embassy in Vienna, Austria for further assistance.
Italy Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Is the 3-month rule after travel still valid for Italy or is it now 6 months?

Answer: The U.S. Department of State strongly recommend 6 months but the actual requirement for Italy and the rest of the Schengen countries is 3 months from your planned date of departure.
Traveling from Houston to Lebanon
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on September 23 and I'm leaving the country at the end of May and coming back on the first of August.

Answer: The government of Lebanon requires U.S. citizens to have passports with at least 90 days validity upon entry and no Israeli entry stamps. Your passport meets the validity requirement. If it does not have an Israeli stamp, you should be good to go.
Passport validity
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My son is 5 years old and his USA passport will expire in May. We have a ticket for March from the US to Iran, transiting through Istanbul.

We will be back in April from Iran again transiting in Istanbul. Could you please let us know if we can travel with this passport since it has less than 6 months validity?

I tried to get an appointment to renew it but I couldn't find any available spot. Thanks.

Answer: Your son's passport does not meet Iran's entry requirement. The Iranian government requires U.S. citizens to have at least 6 months of validity remaining on their passports in order to allow entry.

You need to obtain a new passport for your child before your trip.
Antigua 180 Day Passport Requirement
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport is set to expire exactly 180 days after I depart Antigua. Will this be a problem? Or am I ok to travel with this passport?

Answer: According to the Department of State's page on Antigua and Barbuda, your passport needs to have at least 180 days validity post-departure. Your passport meets this requirement exactly so it should be okay. We recommend contacting the airline you are traveling with to verify.
Aruba
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in three months. Can I go now from the USA?

Answer: Yes, you can. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to and exit from Aruba.
US to US travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, good morning. Our family is planning a trip from New Jersey to Florida on Aug 2-9. My child’s passport will expire in October. May I know if is it still ok for him to travel or do I have to renew the passport? Thanks.

Answer: A passport is not required for travel between states. Also, minors do not need to present identification for domestic air travel. There is no need to worry that your son's passport will affect your trip.
Belize
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Belize in Feb and my daughter's passport expires at the end of April. Are we ok to travel?

Answer: Yes, you are okay to travel. Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in Belize. Have a safe trip!
I am a citizen of Guyana and a US green card holder
by: Jogirl

Question: My passport expires on March 6. I have a flight booked to Guyana for January 29. Will there be an issue for me to leave the USA for Guyana?

Answer: You should be able to leave the United States. Please make sure return to the country with a valid passport and green card.
Passport expires in April
by: Anonymous

Question: My 5-year-old daughter's passport expires in April this year. We have a trip to Mexico next week January 28 for a week. Will we have issues with her entering Mexico and returning to the USA? Our whole family is traveling.

Answer: There should not be any issues. Your U.S. passports only need to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the United States.
Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Mexico in Feb, and my passport expires end of March. Can I travel?

Answer: Yes, you can travel. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the United States. Travel safe!
Question
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a Romanian citizen and my Romanian passport will expire on October 2022.
Can I travel in June to Romania?

Answer: You should be able to travel to your home country. Please contact your embassy for confirmation of entry requirements.
Travel to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Jamaica in February for 5 days my kid's passport will expire in March. Can we still go there?

Answer: Jamaica only requires that your passports be valid upon entry and exit. You should be okay. Travel safe!
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Spain and I arrive on March 11 and leave to go back to the United States on March 18.

My passport expires on June 13 and the requirement for entering Spain is having my passport valid for at least 3 months following the projected exit from Spain. With my passport expiring on June 13, I am good for up to 88 days but Spain is requiring 90 days. Will I be good or do need to renew my passport ASAP?

Answer: Yes, you need to renew your passport before your trip. Expedited renewal service takes 5 to 7 weeks and appointments at regional agencies are still extremely limited. Your best option at this point is to employ the services of a private passport courier. Our partner, Rush My Passport, can get your passport in about 4 weeks.

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Passport issues
by: Anonymous

Question: I want to travel to the Dominican Republic on the 24th of January but my passport was issued in April 2012 & the expiration is September. Would it be ok to travel?

Answer: Yes, you are okay to travel. Based on the latest data on the Department of State's website, your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Dominican Republic. Have a safe and wonderful trip!
Traveling to Dominican Republic
by: Anonymous

Question: I want to travel on Jan 27 and come back on Jan 30. But my passport expires on Jan 31. Would I have any issue coming back because my passport expires a day of coming back?

Answer: You may re-enter the United States without issue as long as you arrive with a valid passport. The expiration date being a day after your return will not be an issue.
US citizen travel to Colombia
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm planning on attending a wedding in Cartagena, Colombia in February 2022 and my passport expires in July 2022 (5 months after my trip). Will I have any issues traveling to Colombia? Thank you.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid in order to enter Colombia but the Department of State strongly recommends traveling with at least 6 months of validity remaining on your passport.
Mexico travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a trip to Mexico planned for Jan 22-26. My passport expires on April 5. Will it be ok to travel to and from?

Answer: Yes. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and return to the United States. Have a safe and fun trip!
Passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I am due to return to the UK from Tenerife on the 22nd of January and my passport expires on the 29th of April. Will this be accepted?

Answer: If you have a U.S. passport, you should be able to enter the United Kingdom as long as it remains valid for the duration of your stay.

If your passport was not issued by the U.S. government, please contact the closest British Embassy for assistance.
Passport Expires in 3 weeks
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello,

We want to travel to Mexico (Cancun) the first week of January for about 5 days. I have a US citizen passport that expires on Feb 1st. Will I have issues entering Mexico? Any issues checking in at LAX? Any issues coming back to the US?

Answer: You should not have passport-related issues. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the United States. Have an awesome trip!
TRAVELING TO CANADA
by: ANA

Question: Hi. I'm traveling with my son who is 5 to Canada for the holidays but his passport expires in March. I will be back in the USA in January. Will this be an issue since it's less than 3 months of expiring?

Answer: U.S. citizens only need valid passports to travel to Canada. Your son should be able to travel there and back without any issues.
Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: Passport expires June 25. We arrive in Italy on February 9. We return from Italy on March 10th.

Will the airlines be able to prevent me from traveling if I have 4months between the arrival date and passport expiration date?

Answer: Hello, Janis. Your passport only needs to be valid for 3 months beyond your planned departure from Italy. You should be okay.
Travel to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I'm an American citizen and traveling to Canada on Dec 22nd and my passport expires Dec 27. I'm returning back to the states on December 29, will Canada still allow me to enter knowing my passport will expire before my return?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Canada. Getting into Canada is not an issue. However, you will likely face issues returning to the United States with an expired passport. It is best that you reschedule your return or apply for an expedited renewal.
New Passport US TO France
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Paris, France with a US passport. I will apply for a passport in the next day or so. My trip is in March. Will I be able to gain entry to France and back to the US without any issues? I will be in Paris for 4 days.

Answer: Yes, you should be able to enter France without issue with a brand new passport. We recommend you apply ASAP to have plenty of time to receive your passport before your trip.
Traveling to Turks and Caicos
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I am traveling to Turks on Dec 19 and my passport expires on March 19, exactly 3 months of expiration. I return back to the US on Dec 24th, am I okay to travel?

Answer: The Turks and Caicos islands require at least 3 months of validity remaining on U.S. passports upon entry. Your passport still meets the requirement so it should be okay. We recommend contacting the airline you are flying with to confirm travel requirements.
Philippine passport expiring in April
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! I’m going on a Caribbean cruise on Jan 22-29 specifically in Miami, Antigua, St. Thomas, and the Bahamas. I have no time to renew my passport. Am I able to attend my scheduled cruise dates given that my Philippine passport is expiring on April 26?

Answer: Please contact the embassies of the countries you are visiting for entry requirements specific to Philippine passport holders. The cruise line you are traveling with may also have some information.
Dominican Republic
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I’m leaving to go to the Dominican Republic on Saturday, December 18th. I will be back on December 24th. My passport expires in March next year. Will this be okay? I don’t have time to renew my passport. I think I’m fine.

Answer: You're fine. You only need your passport to be valid for the duration of your stay in the DR. Safe travels!
My daughters passport expires on May 3
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter's passport expires on May 3. We are planning to go to the Cayman Islands on December 18th. Can she still go?

Answer: U.S. citizens only need to present passports that will be valid upon entry to and exit from the Cayman Islands. Your child can still travel with her current passport. Have a safe trip!
Validity of Indian passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My Indian passport expires on 09/07. I have an unlimited German residence permit. Can I travel to Germany in June 2022?

Answer: Please contact the closest German embassy or consulate for entry requirements specific to your status in their country.
Passport expires in august
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Peru from April 22nd to May 8th and my passport expires in August. Will I have any issues?

Answer: Yes. Peru requires that U.S. citizens present passports with at least 6 months of validity remaining upon entry to their country. You must renew your passport before your trip. If you do this soon, you should get your new passport in plenty of time before your trip.

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Passport requirement for India travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello,
I am a US passport holder, with an OCI Card. I am traveling to India in December and returning in January. My passport expires in April. Do I need to get it renewed or I should be able to travel?

Answer: Since you will be entering Indian on your OCI card, you should be okay. You should also not have issues getting back in the United States.
Trip to Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a green card living in the US with a French passport which expires in April. I want to travel to Mexico in January for 5 days, do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Please contact the Mexican Embassy for entry requirements specific to French passport holders. As for re-entry to the United States, you should be able to breeze through as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
BVI Entry requirements
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. My US passport expires on May 1. I am scheduled to travel to the BVI between Jan 10 and 22nd. Do I need to renew before this travel in order to gain entry into BVI? Also, coming back into the US I assume as long as my passport has not expired it's ok?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid when you arrive at the British Virgin Islands so there is no need to renew in advance of travel. Have a safe trip!
Travel to India
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello,
I am a US passport holder, with an OCI Card. I am traveling to India in December, and returning in January. My passport expires in April. Do i need to get it renewed or i should be able to travel?

Answer: Please contact the Indian Embassy or Consulate regarding entry with an OCI card. As for your return to the United States, there should be no issues as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Travel to France
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to France from 12/25 to 1/15. My US passport expires on 1/30. Do I have a problem entering France? Thank you!

Answer: France requires that your passport have at least 3 months beyond your planned exit from their country. Your passport does not meet this requirement.

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US Military in England options for expedited renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm part of the military stationed in the UK, so I didn't need to worry about having a passport to get here.

However, my passport expires in February next year. I have plans to travel to France in a little over a week (11-17 December). I had planned on renewing my passport after my trip but I just noticed I will need 90 days after the day I leave in order to enter France.

I was looking on the US embassy in London site and saw they don't do expedited services. I'm at a loss with what to do. Is there a service available to have my renewal sent back to the states and renewed and sent back to me in less than a week?

Answer: Unfortunately, there isn't. Current expedited service turnaround time in the United States is 5 to 7 weeks. Only a regional passport agency can issue a passport sooner than that period. Passport agencies require an in-person appointment and only cater to individuals who need to travel out of the United States due to a life-or-death emergency or urgent non-emergency reasons.
Singapore to Los Angeles passport validity
by: Andrea

Question: I am traveling to Los Angeles with a Singapore passport validity of fewer than 6 months. US Visa requirements are valid. Will I be able to gain entry to the US and back to Singapore without any issues?

Will be staying for around 3 days.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Travel to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi - we are traveling to Jamaica for the holidays, returning before the New Year. My kids' passports expire in March 2022. Is it OK to still travel?

Answer: Yes, it is okay to travel. Your passports only need to be valid upon entry and departure from Jamaica.
Turks & Caicos
by: Anonymous

Question: We're traveling to Turks and Caicos for the week of Christmas. My wife's and my passports don't expire for years, but our 2 children's passports (15 & 13) expire at the beginning of March (less than 3 months). Will they be allowed to travel?

Answer: Your U.S. passports need to have at least 3 months validity remaining upon entry to the Turks and Caicos Islands. Your children may have trouble and risk denial of entry if they arrive with less.
Travel to Ireland or Scotland
by: Anonymous

Question: My kids’ passports expire in Jan 2022. Can they go to Ireland or Scotland for our holiday vacation?

Answer: Their U.S. passports only need to be valid for the length of your stay in Ireland and Scotland. As long as you return before the passports expire, they should be okay.
Travel to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: Kids' passports expire one month from our return. Can they still go?

Answer: Yes. Your passports only need to be valid upon entry to Canada and re-entry to the United States. Have a safe trip!
Travel to Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there.

I have a green card to be expired in 9 years. My Chinese passport will be expired in 5 months. I am planning to go to Cancun for 7 days. Can I go there and return to the US?

Answer: You need to contact the Mexican Embassy for entry requirements specific to Chinese passport holders. As for re-entry into the United States, you should be able to return without issue as long as you arrive with a valid passport/ID and green card.
Passport requirement - Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I'm traveling to Mexico and my passport expires in less than 6 months, in 5 months to be exact. Will be okay to travel by air and return to the U.S. without any issues? I noticed the immigration form for Mexico cannot be filled out online if your passport is under 6 months.

Answer: Based on the Department of State's website, your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico.
US to Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! My mom is coming back to the Philippines on November 22 and she's planning to go back to the US in January. But before she returns to the US, she's planning to renew her passport here. It's expiring in April.

Is that okay? If ever, can she go back to the US around January or February? She's also a green card holder. Hope you will notice this. Thank you!

Answer: Your mother will not have issues re-entering the United States as long as she arrives with a valid passport and green card. It is okay to renew her passport overseas.
Holiday in Finland
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Finland on February 5. My passport expires on June 3. Will I need to renew my passport? Thank you.

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip if you are returning before March 3. U.S. passports only need to be valid for 3 months beyond the bearer's planned date of departure from Finland.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My family and I are going on the MSC boat in Feb. My passport is valid until May. Will it be fine??

Answer: The answer depends on what type of cruise you will be going on and which countries you will be visiting. Please contact the cruise line for specific travel requirements.
Passport expires in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! My family and I are planning on driving to Mexico on December 20 and coming back on January 6. One of our passports expires on March 6. Will we be fine?

Answer: Yes, you will be fine. Your passports only need to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the United States. Have a safe trip!
India Passport Expires in 4 Months
by: Anonymous

Question: My Indian Passport expires in March next year and I am a green card holder in the USA. Can I travel outside of the USA in November and return back at end of the month with no issues?

Answer: Whether or not you can travel outside of the country depends on which country you are traveling to. The answer depends on your destination's entry requirements.

If you are worried about re-entry to the United States, there should not be any issues as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Urgent Travel
by: Janelle

Question: Hello. I am having to leave next week for my grandmother's funeral in France. I would be returning to the US on Nov. 29 but my passport expires on Feb 2 next year. Can I still go?

Answer: Hi, Janelle. It is possible that you can. Please contact the Embassy of France to find out if they will extend your U.S. passport's validity to accommodate travel.

If they will not extend the validity, you need to contact the NPIC for a life-or-death emergency appointment.

Call 1-877-487-2778 Mondays through Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. or 202-647-4000 outside of these hours.
Passport expires within month of return
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to Tulum, Mexico from 12/9 to 12/15. My passport expires on 12/21. Can I travel?

Answer: Yes, you can. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry into the United States. Have a safe trip!
Minor Passport Expiring
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Pakistan from 12/12 to 12/29. My son's (5 years old) US passport is expiring in April. Do we need to renew it or are we okay to travel without renewing it?

Answer: You need to apply for a new passport for your child before travel. Pakistan requires at least 6 months on U.S. passports in order to allow entry.

If you apply soon and expedite, you MAY be able to get the passport in time for your departure. Expedited service now only takes 5 to 7 weeks.
Passport Expires in 2 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Costa Rica in January and my passport expires in March. Am I still good to travel?

Answer: Yes. U.S. citizens only need passports that will be valid for their entire stay in Costa Rica. Safe travels!
Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: My colleague is traveling to the Bahamas from December 5-10 and his passport expires on December 26. Just want to make sure he is able to get into the Bahamas and then back into the US?

Answer: Your friend's passport only needs to be valid upon entry to the Bahamas and re-entry to the United States. He should be okay to travel.
Newark to Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: Good evening. I just wanted to know how many months remaining I would need on a US passport from the departure date in order to fly to Mexico for a week's vacation?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid in order to travel to Mexico and back to the United States. There is no minimum requirement.
travel to MIAMI
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling for a week of holidays to Miami from Amsterdam in November/December with a European passport that will expire in February next year. Will I have any problem entering Miami U.S.A?

Answer: The answer depends on which European country issued your passport. Please contact the CBP or the closest U.S. Embassy or Consulate for the latest requirements for entry into the United States.
Getting Back To Canada from Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Mexico for a 1-week vacation in November but my passport expires in January. I know I will be able to enter Mexico, but will I face any problems getting back into Canada with a passport that expires in 2 months?

Answer: If you have a valid U.S. or Canadian passport, you should be able to enter Canada without issues. If you have a passport issued by some other country, you need to contact the Canada Border Service Agency.
Dominican Republic travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the Dominican Republic on 11/29 and returning 12/4. I can’t seem to find a solid answer. My passport expires 3/4 next year. I’m not sure if I’ll be able to get it renewed in time, and may have to cancel the trip. Does anyone know the actual regulations, and if I will be allowed to enter/exit without a problem?

Answer: Based on information on the U.S. Department of State's travel page on the Dominican Republic, your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in their country. Your passport still meets the validity requirement.
Exceptions?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling on my Dutch passport, my son on his US passport, which expires within 3 months of our trip. Can he still come with me?

Answer: Please contact the embassy of the country you are visiting for their mosy updated entry requirements.
Travel to Guyana
by: Anonymous

Question: I am visiting Guyana from the USA on Oct 19 and my passport will be expiring on Jan 2 next year. I will be returning to the USA on 10/29. Does my passport need to be valid for 6 months?

Answer: Yes, your passport needs to have at least 6 months validity in order to enter Guyana. You need to renew your passport before you leave.
Passport Expiration Date
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am a US citizen traveling to Lebanon on December 8 and returning to the USA on January 8. My passport expires on Feb 12.

I don't have a problem entering Lebanon since I have another passport. The flight has connections in London and Turkey. I don't want to visit the other countries I'm just in transit. Can I travel or will I have problem in connecting countries or upon returning back to the US?

Answer: You will have no issues departing and returning to the United States with your current U.S. passport. And as long as you do not leave the airport in the countries where you will be transiting, there should not be any issues as well.

Have a safe and enjoyable journey!
Travel to Colombia from USA
by: Sergio

Question: Hi,

I am a US citizen with a US passport. I am planning to travel to Colombia from Nov 15-Dec 2. My passport expires on Feb 27.

I just realized this after booking the flight and now I am flooded with anxiety because I am reading 3 months to 6 months passport validity.

Will I be able to make this trip? I appreciate any advice or source of information.

Thank you!

Answer: The Department of State strongly recommends having 6 months of validity remaining on U.S. passports when traveling to Colombia. However, you may be allowed entry with just a valid passport as long as you can present a return ticket. You can find more about this on the DoS website.
Travel to Italy less than 6 months on Passport
by: CP68

Question: Our passports expire on March 3 next year. Our daughter has asked us to come to see her during her school break. We would be traveling from the US to Italy returning to the US on Oct 31.

I believe we should be good without having to renew since our expiration date is about a month beyond the 3-month rule, correct?

Answer: You are correct. The Department of State recommends 6 months but the actual requirement is 3 months beyond your planned departure from Italy.

Enjoy your time with your daughter!
Spanish resident traveling to the US
by: Lane

Question: I am a US citizen and a resident of Spain. I must go to the US in 2 weeks, but my US passport expires in 5 months. Can I go without renewing?

Answer: Yes, you may travel without renewing your passport. It only needs to be valid when you arrive in the United States.
US passport to Canada- 3 month rule?
by: Anonymous

Question: I have an opportunity to go see polar bears in Canada in November but my US passport expires 2 months after the trip, in January.

I have searched high and low for passport restrictions for US citizens traveling to Canada, but all I find are you must have a valid passport. I am hoping that I am not missing any small print or anything. I meet the vaccination rules and am not as worried about that criteria as I am about the darn passport.

If my US passport expires in January, will I be allowed into Canada in November?

Answer: Yes, you may travel to Canada with your passport. You only need your passport to be valid upon entry to Canada and re-entry to the United States.

Have a wonderful time with the polar bears! Stay safe.
Rome, Italy to New York City
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello,

We are traveling to Italy for a wedding leaving NYC on October 13th to Rome and plan to spend 10 days in Italy. Two of our children's passports expire on January 19th,2022. We return to NYC from Rome on October 23rd.

Do they fall in the 3-month time frame? We cannot get any appointments at any of the agencies on the east coast, everything is booked until October 13th which is the date of our travel.

Answer: The children's passports fall short of the 3 months post-exit rule. However, extensions on passport validities to accommodate travel may be in place between the U.S. and Italy. This agreement extends passport validities by 6 months.

Please contact the Embassy of Italy if such agreement exists and covers your travel dates.
Canada to USA
by: Jake

Question: I am traveling from Canada to the USA from November 10th to the 16th. My Canadian passport expires on December 20th and am worried I don't have enough time to renew before my trip.

I can't seem to find any clear answers as to whether or not the "6-month passport validity rule" applies for travel from Canada to the US.

Some sources say your passport only has to be valid for the duration of your stay and other sources are unclear.

Answer: Based on information from the CBP, Canadian citizens only need their passports to be valid for the duration of their stay in the United States.
Travelling to London then Germany
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to London on Oct. 3 then Frankfurt on Oct. 5 then Munich on Oct. 10. My passport expires on Jan. 12, 2022. Will I have any issues?

Answer: You should not have any issues traveling to London but Germany requires at least 3 months validity beyond your stay in their country. The German government may have an agreement with the United States to extend passport validities to allow entry. Please contact the German Embassy regarding said agreement.
Will I have problems returning back?
by: Alex

Question: I'm a resident of the USA but only have a Russian Passport. My passport expires on the 19th of December. I need to travel to the Dominican Republic at the beginning of November. Is it safe to travel?

Answer: You need to contact the Embassy of The Dominican Republic for entry requirements specific to Russian passport holders. As for returning to the United States, you should not have any issues as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
French passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, my French passport is expiring on November 17. I want to travel to the US from my country of residence on September 30 and go back by October 30. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid during your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for additional COVID-related requirements. Have a safe trip!
Traveling to England
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in January next year and I'm traveling to England in October and returning in early November. Will I have any problems traveling with my passport?

Answer: No, you will not. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United Kingdom.
Passport for 5 year old expires in 2 months
by: Pooja

Question: We are permanent residents of Canada. My daughter is a US citizen and holds a US passport that expires in 2 months. We are currently in India and need to travel back to Canada next month once the flights open.

Since we have a PR for Canada, is it required to have 3 or 6 months validity on my daughter's passport to be able to board a flight from India to Canada?

Answer: Your PR status in Canada does not have any bearing on your child's ability to travel. Her U.S. passport only needs to be valid in order to enter Canada.
Travel to Scotland
by: Anonymous

Question: My 17-year-old son has a passport which will expire on January 12. We are planning to travel to Scotland in late November returning before the end of the month. Also, we have an 18-hour layover in Amsterdam on our return to the states and would like to leave the airport if possible. Will we have challenges with his passport expiration?

Answer: Your son may enter Scotland without issues but since his passport does not have at leasy 3 months validity remaining, he will not be able to leave the airport in Amsterdam.
Travel to Colombia
by: Danish Anwar

Question: Hello, my flight to Colombia is on September 30 and my US passport expires on January 22 next year. Can I travel to Colombia and back to the US? My return date is October 5.

Answer: While the Department of State strongly recommends having at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport, Colombia actually only requires that your passport be valid for the duration of your stay in their country. Based on the dates you have provided, you should be able to travel without issues.

We recommend contacting the airline your are flying with or the Embassy of Colombia to check the latest entry requirements.
Passport
by: Mary

Question: We wish to travel to New York in November but my Irish passport expires in Feb next year? Do I need to renew it?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for the most updated entry requirements to the United States.
Travel to France
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to France on December 17. My passport expires on June 8 next year. This is just shy of the recommended 6 months. Can I still travel with my current passport, or will I have to renew it?

Answer: While 6 months is recommended, the actual requirement is just 3 months beyond your planned date of departure from France. There is no need to renew your passport before you go. You may do that when you get back from your travels.

Have a safe trip!
Traveling with passport expiring in less than 3 months
by: Sandrine

Question: My 2 children's passports expire on March 15 next year. We are traveling to France from Dec 16 to Dec 31. Will it be a problem for them to return to the US?

Answer: Hi, Sandrine. U.S. citizens may re-enter the United States without issue as long as they arrive with valid U.S. passports. The issue is with entry into France. U.S. citizens need their passports to have at least 3 months validity beyond their planned date of exit from France.

We recommend that you contact the Embassy of France to find out if there are any adjustments given for U.S. citizens. Some countries have agreements with the U.S. government to extend passport validities to 6 months in order to accommodate travel.
Travel to Guyana
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I am traveling to Guyana on November 17th and returning on December 10. My passport expires on April 24th. Do I need to renew my Guyana passport before I leave? I am a U.S permanent resident.

Answer: You should be able to enter your country with your current passport. All adult passengers traveling to Guyana must show proof of vaccination ( at least one dose) and a negative molecular biological PCR test.

You should also be able to return to the United States with your current passport and valid green card.
Travel to Dominican Republic
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to the Dominican Republic from September 27 through October 2. My passport expires in Jan of next year.

I just read on the United Airlines site that my passport needs to be valid 6 months from my arrival date to DR. Do I need to renew my passport? If so, it’s too late to send. I’m afraid I’ll have to cancel my trip.

Answer: According to the Department of State's travel page on the Dominican Republic, your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the country. It is possible that United Airlines has their own set of requirements or that its website has not been updated with the latest information.

We recommend that you call them to verify their travel requirements.
Travelling to Curacao
by: Judi B

Question: Hi I am travelling to Curacao in November and my passport expires in April next year. Do I need to renew my passport before I go?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for your entire stay in Curacao. You can renew your passport after you return.
Dominican Republic
by: Anonymous

Question: Passport expires Feb 9, trip to DR is Sept 21-28. Do I need to renew before I go?

Answer: There is no need to renew before you go. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Dominican Republic. You may renew your passport when you get back. Have a safe trip!
Mexico
by: Kayla

Question: I am planning to travel to Mexico from September 19-25. Passport expires January 19. I am receiving mixed messages and American Airlines is unable to provide clear answer. Will this be okay?

Answer: Hello, Kayla. Based on the Department of State's travel information, your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico. You should be able to travel without issues using your current passport. Enjoy your time in Mexico!
Trip to the Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on 12/11. I have a trip to the Bahamas from 10/22 to 10/24. Do I need a new passport before my trip?

Answer: The government of The Bahamas only requires U.S. citizens to present passports that will be valid for the duration of their stay. There is no need to renew your passport before you travel. Have a safe trip!
Travelling to Lanzarote
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I’m looking at traveling to Lanzarote from the 14th of October until the 19th of October. My passport runs out on January 22 next year.

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. Spain requires at least 3 months of validity on your passport counting from your date of departure from their country.

Please contact the airline you are traveling with or the Embassy of Spain if they have any considerations in place for travelers. Some countries have an agreement with the United States that extend passport validities by 6 months.
My Philippine Passport expires 3 months from now
by: Maya

Question: Hi, my husband and I want to travel to Canada by car only for 3 days and back to New York state. Can I still use my Philippine passport and my green card?

Answer: Hello, Maya. Please contact the Canada Border Service Agency for entry requirements specific to Philippine passport holders. As for re-entering the United States, you may do so without issue as long as you have a valid passport and green card.
Trip to France
by: Christian

Question: I am going to France on Sept 7 returning to the U.S. on Sept 28. My U.S. passport expires on Dec 18. I have dual citizenship with France and my French passport expires in 2022. Will I be able to travel and return to the U.S. on Sept 28?

Answer: Yes, you will be allowed to. You may depart and re-enter the United States with your U.S. passport and use your French passport to enter and depart France. Have a safe trip!
Can I go to Canada the month before my US passport expires
by: Damica

Question: My US passport expires 10/12. I’d like to enter Canada for 1-2 days in September by car and return (crossing the border at a National Park).

Is this allowed? I wasn’t sure if there was a 3-6 month validity requirement.

Can you point me to written documentation from the Canadian government that confirms the rules? I’ve searched for 2 hours and can’t find any official documentation.

Answer: Hello, Damica. Accoding to the Department of State's travel website, you only need your U.S. passport to be valid at the time of entry to their country.

Canada Travel Information

Canada Border Service Agency
Passport expires soon
by: Norma

Question: Hi! My US passport expires on 10/31. I have to leave the US by 9/22. I have dual citizenship US/Bulgarian, and I don’t need my US passport to enter Bulgaria. I'm not returning back for the next few years. Can I leave without any problems with border control? Thanks!

Answer: Yes, you may depart the United States with your current U.S. passport and not have issues. Just make sure to renew your passport before you return to the United States. Have a safe trip!
Spain and Portugal
by: Robert

Question: Hello. My passport expires on March 22. I plan on visiting Spain and Portugal from October 7-17. Will this be ok?

Answer: Yes, it is okay. You only need 3 months beyond your planned departure from Spain or Portugal. Have a safe trip!
Visa expires in 5 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My son is 5 years old and his passport expires on Jan 25. I want to visit Turkey from Aug 28th to Sept 2nd. Will I be denied entry? I was able to secure him an e-visa, so he has a visa already.

Answer: Yes, your son will likely have issues entering Turkey as the country requires at least 6 months validity on U.S. passports.
Travel from NYC to Naples/London
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I'll be traveling from NYC to Naples, Italy on Sept 9 and then from Naples to London on Sept 15 and then back to NYC from London on Sept 19. My passport expires on January 26 next year. Am I eligible to travel or will I be stopped?

Answer: Italy requires 3 months after your date of exit (Sept 15) and the UK only needs your passport to be valid for the time you are in their country. You should be able to travel with your current passport. Have a safe trip!
Cyprus
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I keep reading conflicting advice for southern Cyprus. Is it 3 or 6 months validity for UK passport holders?

Answer: We only have information for U.S. passport holders. Please contact the closest Cyprus embassy or consulate for entry requirements specific to British passport holders.
US to Frankfort to France
by: Hawaii to France

Question: Aloha, I leave for France on the 31st of August and return on September 23rd. My passport expires on October 20th. Can I still travel? What can I do?

Answer: France requires at least 3 months validity beyond your date of exit (Sept 23). Your passport does not meet this requirement. We recommend that you contact the French Embassy to find out if there are any existing exemptions for travel between France and the United States.
Japanese Passport expires in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a permanent resident of the United States/citizen of Japan and my Japanese passport expires Jan 6, 2022. I need to travel to Japan in September. Will I be able to enter the US?

My green card renewal (started Nov 2020) is still pending due to COVID and it has expired May 2021.

Answer: In order to re-enter the United States, you need to present a valid passport and green card. You will need to wait until your renewed green card arrives before you can travel. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Traveling to Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello,
I'm traveling to Italy on September 07th and my passport expires on November 8th. I just realized about the 3 months/6 month rule and it is taking longer than usual to expedite passports. Will I be denied entry?

Answer: Some countries have agreements or arrangements with the United States whereby their passports are recognized as valid for return to the country concerned for a period of six months beyond the expiration date specified in the passport. Italy is one of these countries. Please contact the airline you are traveling with to confirm if you can travel with your current passport.
Cruise - Eastern Caribbean countries
by: Emily

Question: My husband and I are traveling on our first cruise ever. It was originally scheduled for last October so I didn't think about passport expiration dates until just now. We are going from October 9th through the 18th. Our passports expire January 27th next year. We are stopping in St. Maartin, St. Kitts, Dominican Republic, and Turks and Caicos.

I am afraid to send in our passports now as it's less than 2 months before we leave and I know there are crazy delays and I worry we won't get them back in time. Will we have a problem entering any of those countries?

Answer: Hi, Emily. Sint Maarten and the Dominican Republic only require valid passports. St. Kitts requires 6 months and the Turks and Caicos Islands require 3 months. Based on these requirements, you may have issues entering St. Kitts.

If your husband renews his passport through a private passport courier ASAP, he may have this passport in time for your departure. Rush My Passport can get his passport in more or less 4.5 weeks.
Spain Travel, passport expiring
by: Ilyssa

Question: I was about to book flights to Spain for our honeymoon- Sept 29-Oct 14. My husband just informed me his passport expires on Nov 22. Is there any way to get a passport renewal in time? If I book refundable flights can we update his passport if we get it in time? Are there any current exemptions for the three-month rule? Thanks!

Answer: Hi, Ilyssa. If your husband applies through a private passport expediter, he may be able to get his passport in time for your trip. Our trusted service, Rush My Passport, can get renewals completed in 4.5 weeks on average.
Travel info for expiring visa
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I would like to travel to Las Vegas in October, but my passport and US visa are expiring in January next year. Will I be allowed to enter the US only for a week?

Answer: Please contact the USCIS or the CBP regarding entry into the United States.
Traveling on dual citizenship
by: Anonymous

Question: I have Brazilian and US citizenship. Traveling to Brazil with a valid Brazilian passport but returning with a US passport that will expire in 2 months. Will I be allowed to re-enter the US with my US passport that will expire 2 months later?

Answer: Yes, you will have no issues re-entering the United States as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Passport expiring
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a Portuguese national, currently in India. My passport is going to expire on 25th October this year. I have a pre-settled status in the UK still. Can I travel to the UK without any hurdle?

Answer: Please contact the closest British embassy or consulate regarding entry into their country.
Germany
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Germany at the beginning of September and my passport expires on December 21. Would I still be able to go? I have seen that renewals are taking longer with COVID.

Answer: You should be able to travel to Germany with your current passport as long as you leave their country before September 21. This way, your passport still meets the 3 months post-departure requirement by the Schengen area which Germany is part of.
Traveling to Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m supposed to travel to Greece from August 13-23. However, my passport expires at the end of October. Would I be denied entry? I saw somewhere that Greece is one of the countries that extended passport validity by 6 months. Does this help me? If not, what options do I have?

Answer: This is what the circular from the Department of State says in verbatim:

"Some countries have agreements or arrangements with the United States whereby their passports are recognized as valid for return to the country concerned for a period of six months beyond the expiration date specified in the passport. The effect of these agreements or arrangements is to extend the period of validity of the passport for six months beyond the expiration date appearing on the face of the document."

Based on this, U.S. citizens may also be provided the same courtesy of allowing entry by adding 6 months after their passport's actual expiration date. However, we strongly recommend contacting the Embassy of Greece AND the airline you are traveling with to verify entry requirements before making any final travel arrangements.
UK to germany
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Germany from the UK on the 11th of August but my passport expires on the 21st of October. Will I be let through on my flight?

Answer: If you have a U.S. passport, you will not be able to enter Germany because your passport has less than 3 months validity. Germany requires U.S. citizens to present passports with at least 3 months validity remaining beyond his/her planned departure from their country.

If you have a British passport, we recommend contact the German Embassy in London or the Consulate General in Edinbrugh for the latest requirements specific to British citizens.
Italy - 3 months or 6 months validity
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there, planning to visit Italy in September. My passport expires in February. It’s valid for 4 months after I leave Italy, but not 6. I got conflicting advice as to whether it’s a 3 month or 6-month validity requirement. Does anyone know? Thank you.

Answer: The Department of State recommends at least 6 months validity remaining on U.S. passports if traveling to Europe. Having said that, the actual requirement of Schengen countries like Italy is 3 months beyond the traveler's date of departure. Your passport meets this requirement. Have a safe trip!
Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Spain from Chicago. I recently got my passport on June 23 but I leave on Sept 6. It is not quite 3 months- off by about 17 days. Will I be denied entry?

Answer: You will not be denied entry. If you just got your passport, it has 10 years of validity left. The requirement is 3 months beyond your planned date of departure.

Your passport is valid for travel. There is no need to wait for a certain amount of time after issuance before you can use it.
Ireland Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Ireland on 9/1 and returning 9/11 and my passport expires on 9/25. Am I still good to travel?

Answer: Yes, you are still good to go to Ireland. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in their country.
London/Scotland
by: Anonymous

Question: I am vaccinated and will be traveling from Houston to London and then on to Scotland for a friend’s wedding between 9/22-9/28.

My passport expires 01/24 - am I still eligible to fly, since my passport is valid during my round trip flight/trip to the UK?

According to https://fam.state.gov/searchapps/viewer?format=html&query=d&links=D&url=/FAM/09FAM/09FAM040309.html The UK has extended the requirement of passport validity to 6 months after the expiration date due to the pandemic, but I wanted to make sure I would be able to board the flight. If I’m not able to fly, what do you recommend since it is so close to departure?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United Kingdom. Even without the 6-month extension, you should still be able to travel with your current passport.

Have a safe trip!
Turks and Caicos : Passport validity 3 months requirement.
by: SP

Question: We are planning to visit Turks and Caicos from August 19 to 23. My daughter's (12 years old) US passport expires on November 20. The validity on the passport will be more than 3 months upon entry but 3 days short on departure.

Will we have any issues entering?

Answer: The requirement is 3 months upon entry. Your daughter should be able to enter the Turks and Caicos Islands without issue.
Traveling to Jordan
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to Jordan on 12/21 however my two kids' passports will expire on 05/18 next year and we are coming back on 01/03. Will they allow them to reenter the United States? Both of them are United States citizens.

Answer: There will be no issues re-entering the United States as long as they arrive with valid passports. The issue will be with entering Jordan since the country requires 6 months on U.S. passports. If your children have foreign passports as well, they may use them to enter Jordan. Otherwise, you need to apply for new passports for your children.
5 months until expiration in France
by: Kate

Question: My daughter's passport expires on April 22 next year but we'd like to visit France on November 28. Will this be a problem? Thank you.

Answer: Hello, Kate. It is not going to be a problem. The Department of State recommends 6 months of validity remaining on U.S. passports when traveling to Europe but France's actual requirement is only 3 months beyond your trip.

So as long as you plan on leaving France before January 22, your daughter can travel with her current passport. Travel safe!
Traveling to Guatemala in September
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Guatemala September 2-11 and my passport expires December 26th. Will I have issues entering Guatemala since it's between the 3-6 month window?

Answer: Guatemala requires that your U.S. passport be valid for 6 months beyond your planned departure from their country. You need to renew your passport before your trip.

A private passport courier like Rush My Passport can assist you in getting your passport in time for your trip. If you apply ASAP, you can get your passport hassle and worry-free.

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Traveling to Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my U.S. passport expires on Dec 21. I’m planning to visit Mexico a month before, like November 20. Just for like 5 days. Will I be fine?

Answer: Yes, you will be. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Mexico. Have a safe trip!
Help…traveling to Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Italy on 8/8 to 8/18 and my passport expires 10/12. Under the 3-month validity requirement, I fall short of the time needed.

Is it true the US has extended expiration dates till 12/31/21 due to the backlog of renewal applications caused by Covid? If so, does Italy recognize the new expiration dates & will they allow me entry into the country? Needless to say, there is not an appointment to be found for me to renew my passport in time for my departure including the emergency 72 hr appointment.

Answer: It is not true that the Department of State has extended passport validities until December 31. What you may have heard is that U.S. citizens who are currently overseas and whose passports expired after January 2020 will be allowed re-entry on expired passports until December 31.

You need to renew your passport so you can travel to Italy. Appointments can no longer be booked online, you need to call 1-877-487-2778 so an agent can assist you. The contact center is open Mondays through Fridays from 8AM to 10PM.
Traveling from Philippines to US with valid fiance visa but passport has less than 6 months validity
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my fiance is planning to fly out of the Philippines to come to the US. She just got her visa together with the packet given by the US embassy. However, her passport is valid for less than 6 months. She has 5 months to be exact. Will she have a problem at the port of entry and in entering the US?

Thanks.

Answer: Philippine passport holders may enter the United States without issue as long as their passports remain valid for the duration of their stay in the country. Your fiance should be able to travel with her current passport as long as all other documents are in order.
Travel to Aruba
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Aruba on July 29 and coming back on August 3. My passport expires on September 21. Can I travel?

Answer: Yes, you can travel. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to and departure from Aruba.
Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on January 8 next year and I will be traveling to Jamaica on December 29 to January 5. So my passport expires three days after my return flight.

I think I read somewhere that some countries are extending the validity of passports by 6 months after expiration. I’m just afraid that if for some reason I get stuck in Jamaica past January 8, will I be able to return to the United States?

Answer: You will likely have difficulties re-entering the United States after January 8. You may re-enter the country without a hitch up to your passport's expiration date.
Passport requirements for layover in Paris or Frankfurt??
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am planning to travel to Belgrade, Serbia for a week from Atlanta, Georgia on August 12. My passport expires on December 21.

I believe Belgrade is fine with the passport requirements, however, I will most likely have a layover in Paris or Frankfurt. I see mixed information on the requirements of my passport (3 months or 6 months) for these cities, and whether this matters with a layover. Can you please advise?

Thanks,
Andrew

Answer: Hi, Andrew. You're right, Serbia only requires that you enter with a valid passport. France and Germany require at least 3 months beyond one's stay in their country. Your passport also meets this requirement. Your passport's validity should not matter though if it's just a layover and you're not leaving the airport.
Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in December but I am hoping to go to Greece in a few weeks. It says recommended six-month validation but it is taking so long to get a new passport right now.

Answer: The actual requirement is 3 months beyond your planned departure from Greece. If your passport meets this requirement, you should be good to go.
Vacation to Cancun
by: Anonymous

Question: I have scheduled vacation to Cancun 2-6 September, I have a foreign passport with a green card, my passport expires 8 November, did you think I can travel with that passport? Thank you.

Answer: You need to contact the Mexican Embassy for entry requirements specific to your nationality. As for re-entry to the United States, there shouldn't be any issues as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
More than 3 months. less than 6 months. Must I renew?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Italy on Sept. 27 and returning to the US on October 10. My US passport expires on January 19 next year. Do I have to renew it before my trip? I am concerned about not getting it back in time. If I don't need to renew it before the trip, I'd rather not.

Answer: Since your passport has more than 3 months after your exit from Italy, you should be good to travel without renewing.

Have a safe trip!
Validity of passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am traveling to Turks and Caicos from July 29 to August 4 and my son’s passport is expiring on October 23. Is his passport still valid within the 3 months?

Answer: Your son's passport falls a few days short of the Turks and Caicos Islands' validity requirement. You need to apply for your child's new passport before your trip.

Since expedited service at a passport office may take 12 weeks, you need to apply at a regional agency. Agencies require an appointment which must be within 3 days of your departure date.

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Is my passport valid for travel to Guyana if it expires January 02 2022?
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my US passport expires on January 2. I’m traveling to Guyana for a month, from July 31 to August 31. Do I need to renew before traveling?

Answer: Guyana requires at least 6 months validity remaining on U.S. passports in order to allow entry. You need to renew your passport before your trip.

If you have already booked your tickets, you need to schedule an appointment and apply in person at a regional passport agency. Your appointment date must be no sooner than 3 business days before your travel date.
3 month valid passport
by: Carmen

Question: Good day. I am planning to travel with my son on July 28 to Romania and on August 15 to Bulgaria and then back to the UK on August 23. I just found out that his U.S. passport will expire on October 18. Please advise.

Answer: Hello, Carmen. Both Romania and Bulgaria require U.S. citizens to present passports with at least 3 months validity beyond their date of departure. Your son's passport does not meet both countries' requirements.

You need to apply for a new passport for the child at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate closest to you. Or if the child has a British passport, he can use it to travel.
Filipino living in svg travel to philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a Filipino with a valid U.S. visa. Would like to know if I can travel to the Philippines together with my family in December returning in January next year. In SVG and would like to visit relatives in the U.S. and also we have a layover in Japan. Our PH passports will expire in May.

Answer: I'm not sure what you mean by SVG. If you want to know if you can visit the United States on your way to the Philippines, the answer is yes as long as your U.S. visas are all valid.

You need to contact the Japanese embassy regarding layovers and transit visas. And as for entering the Philippines, you should be able to enter your home country.
Validity of passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi,

I'm a Canadian Permanent Resident but have a Tunisian passport, my passport expires on the 4th of December. I would like to know if I can enter the USA on August 10 and leave on August 18?

Thank you.

Answer: Hello! You should be able to enter the United States without issue as long as you have all application documents like a U.S. visa and COVID test results/vaccination record. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.

Please contact the CBP for more information on entry to the United States.
Travel to Aruba
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport is expiring on Dec 1 and travelling to Aruba from Aug 29 to Sep 3. Is there any issue with entry to Aruba and entry to the USA on Sep 3?

Answer: There shouldn't be an issue. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Aruba and upon re-entry into the United States.

Have a safe trip!
passport validity to visit the USA
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a South African passport and a US visa. I live in Grand Cayman and am returning to South Africa on 15 November 21 on a one-way ticket. My SA passport is valid until 19 Jan 2022 (two months). I want to stop in Miami en route and visit family. Will I be able to stay in the USA for five days on my way home with only 2 months validity on my passport?

Answer: Yes, you may. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for more information on entry into the country.
Within 3 months?
by: Lisa

Question: Hello. I am traveling to Turks and Caicos leaving July 20 and returning July 24. My passport expires on October 4th. It is 3 months but not if you are looking at actual dates. Will I be able to travel?

Answer: Your passport falls 20 days short of the 3-month validity requirement. You cannot enter the Turks and Caicos Islands unless you renew your passport at a regional passport agency.

Schedule an Appointment
Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to Italy if my passport has only 4 months left before it expires? There isn't enough time to renew my passport due to Covid.

Answer: It is possible. Just make sure you will have at least 3 months left on your passport by the time you leave Italy.
Ecuador
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from Utah to Ecuador in November. My passport expires in March. Will I have any issues?

Answer: Yes, you will likely have issues. Ecuador requires that you have at least 6 months of validity remaining on your passport.

You need to renew your passport before your trip. You should request and pay for expedited sevice to get your passport in plenty of time before your travel date.

Have a safe trip!
US citizen traveling to Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to Spain with a layover in London in September. My passport expires on December 31st. Even expedited renewals are taking too long. I only have 8 weeks and they are taking up to 12. Will I be able to go?

Answer: Yes, you will be able to go as long as you will have at least 3 months on your passport after you leave Spain.
Travel to Kosovo
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I’m traveling to Kosovo on July 17 and coming back on August 12. My daughter's passport expires on October 23. Will we still be good to go?

Answer: Yes, you are still good to go. Your passports only need to be valid upon your arrival in Kosovo.
Can't get a appointment to renew my passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Albania and my passport expires on November 16. I will be back on August 11. Is there going to be a problem with entry into Albania and when I re-enter the USA?
Thank you.

Answer: Albania requires that your passport have at least 3 months validity remaining beyond your stay. Your passport still meets this requirement so you should be able to enter Albania and get back to the United States without a problem.

Have a safe trip!
No time to update passport b/c agencies all closed
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to France on July 22nd. My passport expires on Oct. 25th. It is one week shy but the passport agencies are so backed up I can't renew it. Will they let me enter?

Answer: Countries that are party to the Schengen Agreement, including France, are quite stringent in their requirement. You risk getting turned away if you arrive with a passport that does not meet their entry requirement.

Please renew your passport at a regional passport agency before you travel. Your appointment date must be within 3 business days of your departure date.

Schedule an Appointment
Travel to Greece and Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am traveling to Greece in August and Spain in September. My passport expires in January next year. Am I ok to travel? Do I need at least 3 months for both countries or 6 months?
Thank you.

Answer: You only need 3 months of validity remaining counted from your date of departure from both countries.
Venezuelan passport and green card.
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning to travel to France, Italy, and Santorini on July 21 returning August 06. My Venezuelan passport's expiration date is November 09 and I have my resident card (green card). I will be able to travel?

Answer: Please contact the embassies of France, Italy and Greece for entry requirements specific to Venezuelan passport holders.

As for re-entry to the United States, there should be no issues as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Travel to Italy Europe and Morocco
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a flight leaving Miami on July 18 and arriving in Greece on July 19, then a flight from Greece to Italy on July 25, a flight from Italy to Morocco on July 29, and finally a return flight on August 5 from Morocco to Miami.

My passport expires on December 8. Will I be denied entry to these countries? I tried renewing my passport but there are no available appointments. Will I need to obtain a travel visa in this situation?

TIA

Answer: Your passport meets the 3 months post-validity requirement of the Schengen area which Greece and Italy are part of. However, Morocco requires at least 6 months on your passport in order to allow entry.

There is no need to obtain visas for all three countries but you need to renew your passport in order to meet Morocco's requirement.
US passport expires December 1st
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to India with a valid OCI now. I already purchased tickets due to Dad's health issues.

Thanks.

Answer: A valid passport is required to board an international flight. Kindly contact the Indian Embassy or Consulate regarding entry into their country.
Visa
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I’m traveling to Kenya in a few days and my passport expires in the next 3 months. However, I intend to be back within a month. I am unable to obtain a visa due to the 6-month validity. Is there a way around this? What else can I do?

Answer: Kenya requires a visa in order to allow entry into their country. They also require six months validity and 2 blank visa pages. This is a foreign government's policy so there is no way around it. You will need to comply with your destination's requirement in order to be allowed entry.
Travel to Barbados
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Barbados the last week of August and my passport expires 9/8/21. Will I still be able to travel with that passport so close to the expiration date?

Answer: Yes, you will still be able to travel. Barbados only requires that you have a valid passport upon entry. You will also just need a passport to return to the United States.
Help
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to the Dominican Republic. I leave on 07.14 and come back on the 21st. My passport expires in October, can I still go?

Answer: Yes, you can. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Dominical Republic.
Help
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm trying to travel to Guyana because my grandmother is very sick but I see that my Guyana passport has expired on March 21. Is there a way for me to go to Guyana still?

Answer: As a general rule, a valid passport is required to board an international flight. Please contact the Embassy of Guyana to find out if they can expedite your renewal so you can travel.
US citizen
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to the UK & Paris in November, Passport expires in December. Do I need to renew before my trip?

Answer: Yes, you need to renew your passport. While you only need your passport to be valid during your stay in the UK, you need at least 3 months beyond your stay in France.

Routine service can take up to 18 weeks. If you request expedited service and apply ASAP, your passport should arrive in 12 weeks -- plenty of time before your trip.

You can also take the hassle of waiting and following up on your application by employing the services of a private passport expediter. On average, Rush My Passport can get your renewal completed in 4.5 weeks.

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Travel to Lebanon
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter's U.S. passport expires on October 24. We are traveling to Lebanon on July 11th and coming back on August 13. Do we have to renew her passport, or are we gonna have any issues while traveling?

Answer: Lebanon requires that your passports be valid for 90 days upon entry into their country. Your daughter's passport still meets this requirement so there shouldn't be any issues.

Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm any additional (esp. COVID-related) travel requirements.
Traveling with dual citizenship
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am traveling from the US to France on 7/13 and fly back on 8/24. My US passport expires less than 3 months before my return date. I have dual citizenship and 2 passports. Will I be allowed to leave for France with my European passport and leave France with my American passport? Thank you.

Answer: You may depart and re-enter the United States using your current American passport and use your European passport to enter France or any other destination overseas.
Passport validity requirement for France and Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: I plan to travel to Italy or France in a week but my US passport is only valid until December. I am getting different information from different sources about passport validity requirements for birth countries. Please help.

Answer: Both France and Italy are party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, they require at least 3 months validity beyond your planned departure from any of the Schengen countries.

You may travel to France or Italy or both as long as you will have at least 3 months of validity remaining on your passport counted from your date of exit from either country.


US and Swiss Passport Holder, but US Passport About to Expire
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a Swiss passport (good for another few years) and a US passport (expiring in October). I'm traveling to Switzerland and the UK in late Aug/early Sep 2021. Can I do that and come back into the US without issue?

Answer: Yes, you can. You can use your American passport to leave and re-enter the United States and then just use your Swiss passport while overseas.
Just 3 days short of 3 months - Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Greece on July 10-20. My child's passport expires on October 17, 2021, which puts him 3 days shy of the 3 months departure time period. (The rest of my family are all OK). Will they likely allow any grace period when entering Greece for a child?

Answer: The same rules apply, regardless of age. Schengen rules are quite stringent and you risk getting turned away upon arrival, if not upon boarding your flight. Please contact the airline you are traveling with or the Embassy of Greece for more information.
US Citizen with Norwegian Permanent Residency
by: Anonymous

Question: I am American but live in Norway with permanent residency. I am traveling on a passport which expires just shy of 3 months. Need to return to Norway after one week in the US. Can I return to Norway?

Answer: You need to contact Norway's immigration office about returning to their country. As a general rule, permanent residents may return to your country of residence with just valid passports and proof of their residency. Please verify with Norway if the same rules apply with them.
Entering the US with less than 3 months before my passport epire
by: Valerio

Question: Hi I just wanna ask if i can still enter the USA with less than 3 months before my passport expires. Also, I'm a US residence and I just went out of country for vacation.

Answer: Hello. U.S. Legal Permanent Residents may return to the United States after temporary travel abroad with their valid passports and green cards. You should be able to get back to the United States without issues.
Travelling to US from Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: My boyfriend and I are traveling to Columbus, Ohio from Toronto, Ontario July 16th by plane and coming back July 18th. His passport expires September 23rd of this year, will we still be able to travel?

Answer: Yes, Canadian citizens may travel between Canada and the United States as long as their passports are valid.
Travel to Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Greece July 23rd-July 30th. Passport expires Sept 21st. What options do I have?

Expedite is useless at its at least 4-6 weeks and I only have 3 weeks before I leave or was planning to.

Answer: You can schedule an appointment at a regional passport agency. Appointments will be available to you 2 weeks before your trip.

Appointments are extremely limited and you may have to try several times before you can secure one.

Please note that the appointment date must be 3 business before your travel date. In your case, it should be no sooner than July 20th. Please bring proof of your upcoming international trip to your appointment.
Passport expire after my return to my country
by: Anonymous

Question: I wish to travel to the US from Argentina in September for 20 days. My Argentinian passport expires in Jan 2022. Can I travel to the US?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. You should be able to travel as long as you have all the necessary documents like a valid visa and COVID test results or vaccination record.
Traveling to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Jamaica 8/30 to 9/4. My daughter's passport expires end of September after we return. The other expires in December. Can they travel or need to renew before travel?

Answer: U.S. citizens are only required to have passports that will be valid for the duration of their stay in Jamaica. Your children may use their passports for your upcoming trip.
Travel to Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to Greece on September 1st returning on September 14th. My passport expires on February 5 next year. Am I okay to travel? I see it’s recommended six months before expiration but Greece law is only three so want to confirm.

Answer: The Department of State recommends 6 months validity remaining on your passport for travel to Europe. However, the actual requirement is only 3 months after your departure from Greece. Your passport meets this requirement so you can still use it for your upcoming travels.

Have a safe trip!
Spain: US Passport expires 1 day before three months
by: Carlos H

Question: We are traveling to Spain on July 5 and will leave Spain on July 12. My daughter's US passport expires on October 11, we tried to renew it but could not because there were no appointments. Is there any flexibility, given that it is only one day?

Answer: It will be at the discretion of the immigration officials in Spain. We recommend contacting their embassy to check this requirement before going to avoid the risk of getting turned away. You may also contact the airline you are traveling with. They may have some insight on the matter.
Traveling to Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: Leaving for Greece on July 5 and returning on July 16. My passport expires on November 15. Will I be safe to go? No one offering same-day service on renewals cause of Covid.

Answer: Since your passport will have a little over 3 months beyond your return date from Greece, you should be okay to travel. You may renew your passport when you return.

Have a safe trip!
Traveling to Colombia - 5months passport validity plus residence visa
by: JR

Question: Hi. I need to return to Colombia on July 19. My US passport expires on Dec 28. I also have a valid resident visa for Colombia. Will they allow me to return?

My ticket is already booked as I need to return with my son.

Answer: You should be able to enter Colombia with your passport and valid resident visa. We recommend contacting the Embassy of Colombia for any other requirements (esp. COVID-related) they may have for entry.
Aruba
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to Aruba if my passport will expire in less than 3 months?

Answer: Yes, you can. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Aruba.
Travel to Italy July 20 to August 5
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I hope you can help me. I'm an American citizen and my American passport expires on October 31. I’m planning to travel to Italy from July 20-August 3. Will they allow me to travel since it’s three months.

Answer: Hello. Italy, as party to the Schengen Agreement, requires American citizens to present passports with at least 3 months validity beyond their date of departure from any of the Schengen countries.

Your passport falls short of the validity requirement so you will not be able to travel to Italy with it. You need to apply for a renewal in person at a regional agency in order to get your passport in time for your trip.

Regional agencies require an appointment which must be no sooner than 3 business days before your trip. Appointments are extremely limited so be prepared to spend a lot of time trying to schedule one.

Schedule an Appointment
Traveling from US to Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Greece on July 16. My passport expires on November 4. Am I okay to travel? I am so nervous!

Answer: As long as your passport will have at least 3 months from the date you exit Greece, you should be okay.
Passport expires on October 17
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a ticket for the Dominican Republic from 07/01 and return on 07/09 my passport expires in October. Will I be able to go?

Answer: Yes, you can go to the Dominican Republic. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the DR.
Unsure of German travel rule
by: Anonymous

Question: I fly back to Germany the first week of August, while my Passport will expire on December 16th, 2021. Do I attempt to renew it now or will I be allowed to travel back and renew it then?

Answer: You can travel to Germany with your current passport. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm entry requirements.
Travel from Switzerland to U.S.
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a U.S. citizen and I was just invited on a business trip to Chamonix, France, via Geneva. My passport expires Nov 6, and my travel would be Aug 25-29, 10 weeks before my passport expires. Switzerland says you need 3 months of validity before you depart its country. I cannot expedite a renewal in time. Will I be able to travel?

Answer: You need at least 3 months on your passport counted from your departure from the Schengen Area which both Switzerland and France are part of. Unless you renew your passport, you won't be able to travel.

Since your travel date is a few weeks away, we recommend contacting a private courier like Rush My Passport to assist you with the application. They may not be able to speed up the actual processing but they can cut down the delivery time. Actual processing takes 4 to 6 weeks and mailing may take another 6 weeks. An expediter may be able to facilitate faster delivery so the passport gets you in time for your travel date.
Passport expires in Jan next year
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi - my daughter's passport expires on Jan. 4th next year and we are flying to Ireland on July 14th returning August 5th. Will she be okay to fly? Thanks.

Answer: Yes, your daughter may fly to Ireland with her current passport. It only needs to be valid for the time you are staying in the country.
Travel to US
by: Anonymous

Question: I wish to travel to the US from India in August for 2 months. My Indian passport expires in Feb 2022. Am I eligible to travel to the US?

Answer: As long as you have a valid U.S. visa, you may travel to the United States with your passport. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay.
Traveling to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Jamaica from August 5 through August 9th. My passport expires in October. Am I ok to travel?

Answer: Yes, you are okay to travel. Your passport only needs to be valid from your date of entry to your date of exit from Jamaica.
Passport expiring in 4 months.
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the Dominican Republic from 7/1 to 7/6 with a US passport that expires on 11/21. I am having trouble telling if this will be okay or if my passport needs to be valid for 6 months after my planned return date. Would I be able to enter back to the USA and renew my passport as soon as I'm back?

Answer: The Dominican Republic has recently changed their passport validity requirement. They are now allowing entry as long as your passport will be valid for the duration of your stay in their country. So you should be able to enter the DR and get back in the United States without a problem.

You can then renew your passport when you get back. Have a great trip!
Traveling to Spain
by: Spain

Question: I am traveling to Spain from 8/29 to 9/4 with a US passport that expires on 12/8. I am having trouble telling if this will be okay or if my passport needs to be valid for 6 months after my planned return date.

Thanks!

Answer: The Department of State recommends 6 months but Spain only requires at least 3 months beyond your departure date. Your passport still meets this requirement.
Passport requirement
by: Nouri

Question: I'm traveling to Morocco on July 3rd and my passport expires on Jan 5 next year. I'm coming back on the 29th of August. Can I travel with this passport?

Answer: According to the Department of State's page on Morocco, you need to have at least 6 months validity on your passport upon entry. Your passport just meets this requirement so you should be good to go. Please contact the airline you are traveling with to check if they have the same requirement.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am traveling to the Dominican Republic on July 4 and returning to the United States on July 8. My passport expires on July 20, 2020. Appointments are temporarily unavailable due to Covid-19 restrictions, will this be an issue for me to travel?

Answer: The Dominican Republic's entry requirements have recently changed. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in their country.
Travel to Los Cobos
by: Reza

Question: I have a plane to go to Los Cobos on August 13 and we will be back on the 17th. My daughter's US passport expiration date is January 2022. Can we go without any problem. Thanks.

Answer: Your U.S. passports only need to be valid upon entry to Mexico (Los Cabos). You should be able to travel without issues.

If you meant Los Cobos in Bogota, Colombia, your passports should still meet the country's requirement.
St. Lucia
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I have a trip planned in July to St Lucia and my passport expires in March 2022. Do I meet their entry requirements?

Thank you.

Answer: Yes, your passport meets the entry requirement. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Saint Lucia.
Passport expiring soon. Will I be able to travel?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Greece on Aug 5 coming back on Aug 12. I just realized that my passport expires on December 8. Will I be able to travel?

I am trying to get a renewal but with Covid restrictions, getting an appointment is nearly impossible, and expediting services are not offering their usual service.

Answer: Greece requires U.S. citizens to present passports with at least 3 months validity beyond their planned date of exit from from the country. Your passport still meets this requirement so you can proceed with your plans to travel.

You may renew your passport when you return from your trip.
Passport is about to expire
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to El Salvador next week and my daughter's passport expires in 3 months. Someone told me that I'm not able to travel.

Answer: You should be able to travel. U.S. citizens only need a valid passport to enter El Salvador, no minimum validity required.
Passport Validity for J1 Visa
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I am a holder of a Philippine passport which will expire on April 2022. I have a plan to apply for a J1 visa in the US Embassy here in the Philippines. Will I be able to get a J1 visa?

My expected departure is in September, will I be able to get in the US then just simply renew my Philippine passport there?

Answer: Please contact the U.S. Embassy in Manila regarding visa requirements.
Traveling with expired passport to native country
by: Anonymous

Question: If I am a citizen of the Dominican Republic but have an expired passport. Will I be allowed to travel and renew my passport while I am there?

Answer: A valid passport is typically required to board an international flight. Please contact the Embassy of the Dominican Republic or the airline you plan on traveling with for requirements specific to returning citizens.
Passport expiring soon. Will I be able to travel?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Greece July 12-21. I just realized that my passport expires on October 10. Will I be able to travel? I am trying to get a passport renewal but getting an appointment is nearly impossible and expediting services are not offering their usual service.

Answer: Since your passport falls short of the Schengen requirement of 3 months beyond your expected date of departure, you cannot travel to Greece using it.
Death in the family
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Belgrade 06/24 coming back 07/06 due to my mother's passing. My passport exp. 08/25, will I have any problems?

Answer: We're sorry to learn about your loss.

Serbia only requires that you present a valid passport upon entry. You should be able to travel with your current passport without any problem.
Traveling to Greece with Layover in Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: My 5yo child’s passport expires on Jan 19 next year. We are traveling to Greece from August 15 to 26 with layovers in Canada. Will we have a problem? It’s very hard to find passport application appointments these days.

Answer: Since Greece is party to the Schengen Agreement, their government requires U.S. citizens to present passports that will remain valid for at least 3 months beyond their stay in the country.

Your daughter's passport meets this requirement so there shouldn't be any issues with entering Greece and transiting through Canada. Enjoy your trip and stay safe!
Passport Expires in 5 Months
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Aruba on 6/28 and my passport will expire on 11/30. Should I go to one of the passport offices to renew ASAP or will I be ok traveling to Aruba?

Answer: You may travel to Aruba with your current passport. Aruba only requires that U.S. citizens have passports that will be valid for the duration of their stay.

You may renew your passport when you return. Travel safe!
Travel to USA with a Venezuelan passport and leaving the US before 3 months of expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I would like to know if I can travel to the US with a passport that has 5 months of validity and leaving the US with a 4 months validity. My nationality is Venezuelan.

Appreciate your comments and feedback.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for more information on entry requirements specific to Venezuelan passport holders.
Traveling to Iceland with a soon to be expired passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi.

I have scheduled a trip to Iceland on 7/12 to 7/26. Unfortunately I just realized that my passport expires in mid September.

I was wondering:
1) If there was an expedited process that would enable me to renew my passport before that time?
2) If not, would it be possible for me to travel to Iceland and return the USA with my current passport with a pending application for passport renewal.

I greatly appreciate your response. Thank you very much!

Answer: Hello!

1. You may apply in person at a regional agency. Appointments are required but are extremely limited at this time.

Set an Appointment

Your appointment date must be within 3 business days of your scheduled departure. Please bring proof of your upcoming trip in addition to the renewal requirements.

2. You cannot. You will need to submit your current passport for the renewal. And even if your submit a new application, your passport will be invalidated once the application is received. Also, your current passport does not meet Iceland's entry requirement.
Travel issue
by: Anonymous

Question: My children live in Ireland. Their travel document will expire in November and they plan to travel to Guinea in August for 3 weeks. I would like to know if they can travel to Guinea( they will get a Guinéa passport when they arrive in Guinea)and come back with that Irish travel document in Ireland.

Answer: Please contact the Embassy or Consulate of Guinea located in Ireland for information regarding entry to their country using the travel document you mentioned.
Travel to Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: My cousin is planning to go to the Bahamas from 7/5 to 7/8. Her Albanian passport is expiring in November. Can she travel or would there be a problem for her?

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of The Bahamas for entry requirements specific to Albanian passport holders.
International travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling with a U.S. passport to Morocco 7/12 returning 7/25. My passport will expire 8/18. Will I be fine for this travel back and forth?

Answer: The government of Morocco requires U.S. citizens to have at least 6 months on their passports upon entry. Your passport does not meet the validity requirement.

In order to travel to Morocco on your mentioned travel dates, you need to apply for a renewal in person at a regional passport agency.

Regional agencies strictly require appointments and these are extremely limited at this time.

Set an appointment for no earlier than July 7. As appointments are limited, you will likely have to try several times before you can secure one. You may also contact passport services at 1-877-487-2778 for assistance and more information.
Travel to Turks and Caicos Islands
by: Anonymous

Question: My minor son's US passport expires on Sep 26. We are planning to travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands from 6/29 to 7/4. So it is not full 3 months on return. Will this cause any issues with entry to the destination or re-entry to the USA?

Answer: You should be okay. The three-month requirement is counted from the date of entry, not from the date of departure. You should also not have issues getting back in the United States as long as you arrive with valid U.S. passports.
Indian Passport expiring
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning to visit the United States in July and my Indian passport expires in October but I have a visa for the United States that is valid for another 4 years. I am only going for 2 weeks. Will I be able to travel even though my passport will be expiring in 2 months?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for the most updated entry requirements.
Passport expiration close to return date
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from Utah, USA to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico 6/13 to 6/17. My passport will expire on 6/19. Am I okay to do so with no issues?

Answer: Yes, you are okay to travel on the dates mentioned. Your passport only needs to be valid in order to travel to Mexico and get back into the United States.

Have a safe trip!
Traveling to Aruba
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, we are traveling from NJ to Aruba and our passports expire a little over 3 months after we return. Will we have any issues? Do we need to renew our passports prior to going?

Answer: Your passports only need to be valid during your stay in Aruba. You should not have any passport-related issues with your travel.

Have a safe trip!
Sister's passport expires after 3 months
by: jorge aven

Question: My sister has a flight to Ecuador on July 18 and returns on September 9. Her passport expires on December 22. Is she going to have any problems returning?

Answer: Your sister should not have any issues getting back into the United States as long as she arrives with a valid passport.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My sister is planning to travel to Bangladesh. While re-entry to the USA her passport about to expires within 2 months. Will it affect to re-enter the USA?

Answer: Your sister may re-enter the United States without issue as long as she arrives with a valid U.S. passport.
Travel to Curacao
by: Anonymous

Question: My children's passports expire in October but we are planning to travel to Curacao in July. Will this be a problem?

Answer: The passports' validity will not be a problem. Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in Curacao.
Traveling to Bahamas with 4 months left on passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. My daughter is traveling to the Bahamas from 6/12 through 6/17. Her passport expires 10/18. We have read that the Bahamas requires that her passport be valid for 3 months after the departure date. We have tried contacting the Bahama Embassy but have not been able to get through---can this be confirmed? Thank you!

Answer: According to the Department of State's page on The Bahamas, your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to their country. Your daughter should be able to travel and not have issues with her passport during your trip.
Transit through Turkey with 3 months validity on passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My son's passport expires on Sept 29. We are traveling to Tajikistan on June 20th, with a connection in Turkey. Are we ok to travel? We are not visiting Turkey and not leaving the airport, we are just flying with a Turkish airline from the US through Turkey to Tajikistan.
Will the Turkish airline let him board the plane and he will be ok on the connection flight to Tajikistan in Turkey?

Answer: If you are not leaving the airport, you should not have issues with your son's passport's remaining validity. Please contact the airline you are traveling with to confirm. Some airlines may have their own policies.
Expires 4 months. Traveling to Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: My mother-in-law needs to go to the Philippines due to a death in her family. The problem is that her passport expires in October, which is 4 months from now. Can she still go and come back home with it expiring in 4 months?

Answer: U.S. citizens may enter the Philippines as long as their passports are valid. A visa is also now required.

If your mother-in-law is a dual citizen and she has a valid Philippine passport, she may depart and re-enter the United States with her American passport and enter and depart the Philippines with her Philippine passport.

If she is a green card holder with a Philippine passport, she may travel to the PI without issues. She may also re-enter the United States without problems as long as she arrives with a valid passport and green card.
Emergency passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My nephew's American passport is expired since 2019. We had no travel plans so I didn't renew the passport back then.

Then COVID happened. His grandfather just passed today and he needs to travel with his mom internationally to Central America as soon as possible. She is planning to renew his passport in Central America once there. Will he have a problem leaving the US? Thank you for any help or information provided.

Answer: Yes, there will be a problem leaving the United States as a valid passport is required to board an international flight.

Since the child is traveling because of a qualified life-or-death emergency, the mother may apply for expedited service at a regional passport agency. She may call 1-877-487-2778 for an appointment. They should be prepared to a copy of the death certificate and airline tickets as proof of the emergency.

Lines are very busy these days so they may have to try several times in order to get through. Representatives are available Mondays through Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time (excluding federal holidays).
Travel to Albania
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter is a U.S. citizen and will be traveling to Albania from 6/23 to 7/23. Her passport expires on 10/21. Will there be a problem for her to travel? Thanks.

Answer: In order to enter Albania, U.S. citizens must present passports that are valid for 3 months. This is counted from the bearer's date of departure from Albania. Your daughter's passport falls 2 days short of the validity requirement.

You need to either apply for your child's new passport or move her return date to on or before July 21.
Travel to USA on Indian passport expiring in 4 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to the USA on a visit visa (B1/B2) if my Indian passport is expiring in 4 months' time?

Answer: There shouldn't be any issues with you traveling to the United States as long as your visa is valid and you exit the United States before your passport expires.
Traveling to El Salvador
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I have a trip planned for June 1st to El Salvador but my passport expires in September and my daughter's in august. Will there be a problem?

Answer: The government of El Salvador only requires that U.S. citizens present valid passports upon entry to their country. You should not have any passport-related issues when you travel.
Travel to Israel
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am traveling to Israel on June 2, returning mid-July, with an Israeli passport and a US passport that expires in September. I will enter Israel with my Israeli passport. Do I need to renew my US passport before traveling?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. You may leave the United States using your U.S. passport, enter and depart Israel using your Israeli passport and re-enter the U.S. with your U.S. passport. Travel safe!
Exactly 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My son's passport expires Sept 6. We are traveling to Bosnia on June 5th, with a connection in Turkey on June 6th. Am I ok to travel?

Answer: Bosnia and Herzegovina requires U.S. passports to have at least 3 months past the bearer's planned date of departure. As long as you can provide proof that you are leaving on June 5th, you should be able to enter their country without issue.

With regard to your connection in Turkey, there should be no problems as long as you do not leave the airport.
Canada to U.S.A.
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to the US from Canada and my passport expires in 3 months. Can I still go or do I need to renew?

Answer: You should be able to travel to the United States without issue.
Passport expiring in Oct 2021
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to the Dominican Republic in July and my passport will expire in October. Can I still travel?

Answer: The Dominican Republic now requires at least 6 months on your passport in order to allow entry. Since your passport falls short of this requirement, you need to apply for a renewal before you can travel.
Passport expires
by: Anonymous

Question: My son who is 10 years old is traveling to Ghana with an American passport at the end of May. The passport expires on 16 August. Will he be able to travel?

Answer: U.S. citizens need to present passports that have at least six months of validity in order to enter Ghana. Since your son's passport does not meet the requirement, you need to apply for a new one so he can travel.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My family is set to go to Aruba 5/27 to 6/1. My son’s passport expires in July and my husbands expires in August. Can we still go? Do airlines and TSA have their own rules? Will we be able to get on the flight even if Aruba allows??

Answer: According to the State Department's fact sheet on Aruba, U.S. citizens need only present passports that are valid for the duration of their stay in the country. TSA and airlines generally honor your destination's requirements. You may contact the airline you are traveling with and TSA to confirm.
Traveling to Guatemala City
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Guatemala City June 3 TO June 7. My passport expires on October 27. Will I be okay to travel?

Answer: The government of Guatemala requires that U.S. citizens have at least 6 months validity remaining on their passports in order to enter their country. Since your passport falls short of this requirement, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Passport expired in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I'm a US citizen traveling to DR 5/20 but my passport expires 8/10. Can I travel with my current passport or do I need to renew?

Answer: The Dominican Republic requires that U.S. citizens present passports with at least 6 months remaining validity upon entry into their country. Since your passport does not meet this requirement, you need to renew your passport before you can travel.

Routine service by mail takes 10 to 12 weeks while expedited service takes 4 to 6 weeks. Since you're leaving in a little over a week, your only course of action is to apply in person at a regional passport agency. At this time, agencies offer very limited in-person appointments and prioritize those in qualified life-or-death emergencies.

Your appointment date must be 3 business days before your scheduled flight. Make sure that all your requirements are complete and to bring proof of imminent travel.

Make an Appointment
Visiting the US with a passport expiring in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My father wants to visit me in the US. He has an Italian passport expiring in mid-August. Can he enter the US with this passport in June?

Answer: Visiting Italian citizens may enter the United States with passports that are at least valid for the duration of their stay in the country. Your father may use his passport in June but he must present proof that he will leave the U.S. before his passport expires in August.

Please contact the CBP for more information regarding entry.
American child visiting UK
by: Anonymous

Question: My kid's passport runs out in August and we are visiting the UK in June. Do we need a new passport?

Answer: Your U.S. passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in the UK. You can apply for your child's new passport when you get back.
Travel to South Korea?
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am a US passport holder traveling to South Korea June-Mid to August. My passport expires in November. Is this too close? Should I be worried?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to South Korea. You should be okay.
Returning to the States
by: Anonymous

Question: I am an American Expat living in Austria currently. My US passport expires on Oct. 10, 2021. I am planning on returning to the States on Sept. 1, 2021. Will I have problems using my passport for entry into the States? I am not planning on returning to Austria any time soon.

Answer: You may enter the United States without issue as long as you arrive with a valid passport.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my son’s US passport expires on Oct 2. We arrive in France on July 3, 2021. We are only staying for a week. Is his passport expiration going to be an issue when we arrive?

Answer: In order to enter France, U.S. citizens need to present passports that have at least 3 months validity counting from their planned date of exit from their country.

Your son's passport falls a few days short of this requirement. You need to apply for your child's new passport before your trip. If you do it ASAP and pay for expedited service, you should get it in plenty of time before your trip.
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by: Anonymous

Question: I have a Portuguese passport and an India OCI card. My Portuguese passport expires on 18 October and I have a flight on 30 April to India. Is it possible to go to India??

Answer: As we specialize in U.S. passport processing and U.S. citizen travel, we do not have information regarding Portuguese passports and Indian OCI cards. Please contact the Indian Embassy closest to you regarding your concern.
Passport requirements for Ireland
by: hockrick

Question: I am going to Ireland the last week in October 2021. My passport expires in the middle of January 2022 which is short of three months. Does Ireland request that the expiration date be at least 3 months or am I ok?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland. Have a safe trip!
Traveling to France with a one month left on refugee travel document
by: Anonymous

Question: Assuming that France opens its borders for fully vaccinated US Residents, I am traveling to France on May 30 and returning on June 14th. My travel document expires on July 24. Would I be allowed to travel?

Answer: You need to contact the French Embassy regarding their latest entry regulations. As for returning to the United States, there shouldn't be any issues as long as you get back before your travel document expires.

Please contact the CBP for more information regarding re-entry.
Hello
by: Rudina Zykaj

Question: My son's US passport expires on December 1. We are traveling to Albania (Europe), from June 27 to September 3. Are we allowed to travel with it or do we have to apply for another one?

Answer: Hi, Rudina. U.S. citizens are required to present a passport that has at least 3 months validity in order to enter Albania. Your son's passport still meets this requirement so there is no need to apply for a new passport before your trip.

You may apply for your child's passport when you return.
Passport expires soon
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter is a US citizen and we have plans to travel to Nicaragua at the end of May and return to the USA in July. Her passport expires in September.

Do I need to renew her passport or can she travel with the one she has? If she needs to renew what is the fastest way to process it and where? We don't have much time and I already bought the tickets.

Answer: U.S. citizens only need passports that will be valid for the duration of their stay in Nicaragua. Your daughter may travel with her current passport.
Traveling to France with French passport and US passport with less then 3 months validity
by: Corinne

Question: Hi, we are traveling to France in June. My daughter's US passport expires July 31, 2021. She has a valid French passport. Our planned returned date to the US is July 25, 2021. I believe this is OK and I do not need to renew her US passport before our trip. Could you please confirm? Thank you. Corinne

Answer: Hello, Corrine. Your daughter may use her French passport to enter France and her U.S. passport to re-enter the United States. There should be no issues re-entering the country as long as she arrives with a valid American passport.
Passport expiring in July
by: Anonymous

Question: I was born in North Macedonia but I have a valid green card and I live in the USA. My passport expires in July, can I visit Colombia from May 26-29 and get back to the USA?

Answer: You will need to contact the Embassy of Colombia regarding entry requirements specific to North Macedonian passport holders. As for re-entry to the United States, you should have no problems as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Traveling in one month
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to Las Vegas with my license if my passport not back from renewal yet? Passport expires June 2021. Traveling in April.

Answer: A passport is not required for domestic travel. Your license will suffice if it is Real ID compliant. Please contact the airline you are flying with for more information.
traveling 4/17-4/21
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My passport expires in June but I'm planning a trip to the DR. Would I have any problem leaving and entering the USA with my passport expiring in June?

Answer: Yes, there is a problem. The Dominican Republic now requires that U.S. citizens present passports that have at least 6 months validity remaining upon arrival. You need to renew your passport before you can travel.
Travel to Pakistan
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! I'm a US citizen but I was born in Pakistan, my passport expires on June 28. I'm traveling to Pakistan on April 2-17. Will there be any issues or do I need to renew my passport before I go?

Answer: U.S. citizens need to present passports that have at least 6 months validity and a Pakistani visa.

If you have not renounced your Pakistani citizenship, you will need to secure more documents before you can enter their country.

National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis

If you renounced your Pakistani citizenship, you need to renew your U.S. passport then secure a Pakistan visa before your trip.
Returning from Mexico with Mexican Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US Legal Resident with a Mexican passport. I am planning on going to Mexico in May for one week. My Mexican passport expires in June. Do I need to renew it before I go?

Answer: If you are concerned about re-entry to the United Stated and your passport validity, you should not be. You may re-enter the country without issue as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Expired passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I use my passport in May to travel within the U.S. if it expires in June.

Answer: Yes, you may use your about-to-expire passport for domestic travel.
travelling to USA from Denmark on US passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a US passport that expires in the first week of June. I want to know if I can travel to the USA from Denmark in mid-April without any problem or if I must renew my passport via the US Embassy in Copenhagen before traveling. Thanks in advance for your help+time with this inquiry!

Answer: You should be able to enter the United States with your current passport. U.S. citizens may return home without issues as long as they arrive with valid U.S. passports.
Layover and expiring passport
by: Anna

Question: My US passport will expire mid-May. I plan on traveling in April to Rep. Of Georgia which only needs a passport "valid at entry". Should I be worried about my layover stop in Turkey?

Answer: Generally, you will not have any issues as long as you do not leave the airport. We recommend that you contact the airline you are flying with to find out if you need additional documentation for your layover.
Traveling to Costa Rica
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am traveling to Costa Rica on March 31. I have a US Passport that expires on June 28. Will this present any issues for me being able to board my flight leaving out of New York to head to Costa Rica, and vice versa when returning?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Costa Rica. Since your passport meets this requirement, you should not have any passport-related issues.

Have a safe trip!
Emergency Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a Colombian passport and I am a US citizen. I'm planning to travel for a family emergency to Colombia on 3/21/2021. My American passport expires on 06/08/2021. It is ok to travel. Thanks.

Answer: Yes, it is okay to travel. You may use your U.S. passport to depart and re-enter the United States and your Colombian passport to enter and leave Colombia. Have a safe trip!
Turks and Caicos
by: Anonymous

Question: Good afternoon, I plan to travel to Turk and Caicos on 03.27. My passport expires on 05.21. Is it okay to travel? Thanks.

Answer: The Turks and Caicos Islands now requires at least 6 months validity in U.S. passports to allow entry. You need to renew your passport since it does not meet your destination's requirement.

We recommend booking your trip after you receive your new passport. Processing times are changing as COVID situations evolve. Passport processing may be delayed and this can greatly affect your plans.
Passport expiry
by: shanmugam

Question: I am a green card holder. My Indian passport is going to expire August 24. I am planning to visit India in April. Will there be any problem while transiting in another country on my way to India?

Answer: The answer depends on the entry/transit requirements of the country you are transiting through. Generally, you will not have any problems if you do not leave the airport but I recommend calling the embassy of the country/s you are passing through for their most updated entry/transit requirements.
Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: Good morning, I am planning to travel to Jamaica. The trip is from 03.27 through 3.31. My passport expires on 05.21. It is ok to travel. Thanks.

Answer: Yes, it is okay. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to and exit from Jamaica.
Ibiza, Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport runs out on August 3rd. I am flying on May 26th. Will I be ok?

Answer: As party to the Schengen Agreement, Spain requires that U.S. citizens present passports that have at least 3 months validity counting from their planned date of departure from any country in the Schengen area. Your passport falls short of the validity requirement.

You need to renew your passport before your trip. Since routine processing currently takes 10 to 12 weeks, you also need to expedite the process to get it in 4 to 6 weeks.

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Sandals Jamaica
by: Amy

Question: We are traveling to Jamaica April 6-11 and our passports expire at the end of April. Do we need to renew?

Answer: Hello, Amy. In order to enter Jamaica, U.S. citizens need only present valid passports. You may renew your passports when you get back from your trip.

Safe travels!
UK travel on USA passport having residence visa.
by: Anonymous

Question: Good evening. My daughter has a USA passport that is valid for another 4 months. She has a 3-year UK residence visa. Is it okay? Can she can travel to the UK and renew her passport there.

Answer: Your daughter should be able to travel to the UK with her current passport. However, please note that passport services are extremely limited at this time. If her passport expires and she needs to travel internationally or back to the United States, she will likely face issues.
Renewal of passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I am traveling to Turks & Caicos from 05/01 to 05/07 & my passport expires on 9/12. Would I be able to travel without any issues or should I expedite my passport renewal?

Answer: The Turks and Caicos Islands require U.S. citizens to present passports with at least 6 months validity upon entry. You need to renew your passport via expedited service to get it in time for your trip.

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Is my Passport valid
by: Anonymous

Question: I want to go to the Maldives from June 6th - June 15th. My passport expires on July 7th. Will I be allowed in and out of the country?

Answer: The government of the Maldives requires that your U.S. passport have at least 6 months from your intended date of departure from their country.

You need to renew your passport before your trip. You need to do this ASAP in order to get it before your trip. Regular processing takes up to 12 weeks or even longer. You may pay $60 to expedite and bring it down to 6 weeks.

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Travel to Nigeria
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Nigeria on April 7. I have dual citizenship, US and Nigerian, and have valid passports for both countries. However, my US passport expires in July. I am only staying 2 weeks in Nigeria. Do I have to renew my US passport since it’s less than 6 months?

Answer: As a U.S. citizen, you are required to depart and re-enter the United States with your American passport.

As a Nigerian citizen, you are also required to enter and depart Nigeria on a valid Nigerian passport.

Since you have valid passports for both countries, you should not have issues. There will be no need to renew your U.S. passport before your trip.
My passport expires on August 21, 2021
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a Filipino permanent resident. I'm planning to travel to the Philippines this May and my passport expires on august 21 2021. Can I travel back to the USA?

Answer: As long as you arrive back in the United States with a valid passport and green card, you should have no issues re-entering the country.
Jamaica travel
by: Anonymous

Question: We are planning to travel to Jamaica from Apr 3rd - April 10th. My daughter's passport is expiring on Sept 8th. Can we still travel or will we have an issue?

Answer: U.S. citizens only need passports that will be valid for the duration of their stay in Jamaica. You should not have any issues.
Expat traveling to US with 6mos left
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m an ex-pat hoping to travel to the US in June 2021 for 2 weeks and my passport expires in Dec 2021.

Is there any need to renew my passport before the trip?

Answer: There is no need to renew before you travel. There should be no issues entering the United States as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the Bahamas this coming weekend. My passport expires 05.21. Is it ok to travel?

Answer: Yes, it is okay. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in The Bahamas.
Costa Rica
by: Anonymous

Question: I want to travel to Costa Rica from March 30 to April 4. My passport expires in August 2021. Do I need to renew before my trip?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Costa Rica. You may renew your passport after your trip.
Travel from US to Dominican Republic
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic April 25-May 5. My passport expires on September 8, 2021. Will it be okay to travel between DR and the US?

Answer: The Dominican Republic now requires that you have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport in order to allow entry. Since your passport falls short of this requirement, you need to renew before your trip.

Regular processing takes 10 to 12 weeks to complete. To ensure your passport arrives in plenty of time before your trip, we recommend that you pay for expedited service.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to Dubai on February 15th and will be back on February 27th and my passport expires May 25th. Will I be able to still leave the states and travel?

Answer: The UAE's government requires that your passport be valid for 6 months upon arrival in their country. Since yours does not meet this requirement, you need to renew your passport before you leave.

Expedited renewal by mail takes 4 to 6 weeks to complete. The only way you can get your passport renewed before February 15 is by applying at a regional passport agency. Agencies issue passports in 72 hours or less but appointments are extremely limited for those who are not traveling due to a life-or-death emergency.
Tulum travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport is set to expire on 4/13/2021. I travel to Tulum 4/8 to 4/10. Will I need to renew?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the United States. There should be no need to renew your passport before your trip.
Travel to India
by: Anonymous

Question: I need to travel to India on February 19 to March 1. My passport expires in June. Can I travel with my passport?

Answer: You need to have at least 6 months validity on your passport in order to apply for a visa to India. If you already have a visa, you may travel with your current passport.

We recommend that you contact the Indian Embassy or Consulate for other entry requirements especially those related to COVID-19.
Passport Expiration
by: Bart

Question: My passport expires at the end of March. I am looking to travel to either Dominican Republic or Costa Rica on February 21st and would be staying for 7 days. Would I be allowed entry in either country?

Answer: The Dominican Republic now requires that you present a passport with at least 6 months validity. Costa Rica, on the other hand, only needs your passport to be valid for the duration of your stay. Have a safe trip to Costa Rica!
American traveling from Philadelphia to Florida
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi,

My son's passport expires 2 months after we return from the trip from Philadelphia to Florida (he is American). Is it required for me to renew before the trip?

Answer: It is not. Passports are not required for domestic travel.
Passport Expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello! My passport expired in April 2020. I will be traveling on January 15th to Mexico. Will I still be able to successfully travel?

Answer: In order to enter Mexico by air, you need a valid passport. If traveling by land or sea, a valid passport book, passport card or any other WHTI-compliant document is required for entry to the country and re-entry to the United States.

If your passport expired in April last year, you cannot travel with it. If you made a mistake and meant it expires in April this year, you should have no issue traveling to Mexico on January 15.
Travel to Dubai
by: Brenda Barron

Question: My passport is up in March. Can I still travel next week to Dubai from the UK and back then get my new passport?

Answer: If you are a U.S. passport holder, you need to have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport in order to enter the UAE.

If you are not a U.S. citizen, please contact the UAE Embassy or Immigration office regarding entry requirements specific to your nationality.
Ecuador trip
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Ecuador from 01/29 to 02/14 and my passport expires at the end of March. I have double nationality. Thanks.

Answer: If you are a citizen of Ecuador, you may use your Ecuadorian passport to enter the country. And then you may use your U.S. passport to re-enter the United States.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Tennessee in 2 months, and my passport expires March 29, 2021. I’m planning to come back before the expiration date. Will I have a problem?

Answer: If you are traveling from overseas and have a foreign passport, please contact the CBP for the latest entry requirements. If you are a U.S. citizen with a U.S. passport, there should be no problems.
Entry into America
by: Anonymous

Question: My kids are stuck in India with an American passport that expires in March 2021. Can they renew it in India or do they have to be in the U.S. to do that?

Answer: If the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi or any of the U.S. Consulates are open for passport services, you may apply for your children's passports there.
Netherlands
by: AnonymousBrian

Question: My US passport expires April 13 next year and I have a return flight to the Netherlands January 15. However, I do have a valid proof of residency. Will my passport’s expiration date affect this flight?

Answer: It is best that you contact the Embassy of the Netherlands for the latest entry requirements. These are constantly changing as conditions evolve.
Costa Rica Policy
by: Anonymous

Question: I want to travel to Costa Rica from 12/25 to 12/31. My passport expires 6/26 next year. Can I still go to Costa Rica?

Answer: Yes. Costa Rica only requires that your passport be valid for the duration of your stay in their country.
Travel to Aruba
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I am to travel to Aruba from Jan 15 to Jan 20. My passport expires in April. Will there be any issues getting into Aruba and/or getting back into America? Thank you.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Aruba and re-entry into the United States.
Passport expires in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I have Canadian permanent residency and an Indian passport. My passport expires in March 2021 and I am scheduled to travel to New Jersey in January 2021 for 2 weeks. Will it be ok?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for the latest entry requirements and any that may be related to the pandemic.
exactly 6 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling March 12-18 2021 and my passport expires Sept 22 2021. Will I be okay to travel into Punta Cana?

Answer: The Dominican Republic now requires 6 months on U.S. passports to allow entry. Fortunately, your passport still meets this requirement. You should be okay.
Minors' passports
by: Saphia

Question: My daughters' passports expire on January 21, 2021. We are scheduled to go to the Dominican Republic on December 26-30, 2020. Will they be able to re-enter without a problem or should we get their passports renewed prior to departure?

Answer: Hello, Saphia. Re-entry to the United States will not be a problem as long as they arrive with valid passports. The issue will be with entering the Dominican Republic as their government now requires at least 6 months on U.S. passports upon entry.

You need to apply for new passports for your children ASAP and request expedited service to get them in time for your trip.
Entry to India with nearly expired US passport
by: Anonym⁸ous

Question: Hi.

My US passport is expiring in Feb 2021. I have an OCI card for India. I am in the US currently and will return to India on Jan 16, 2021. Do I need to renew my US passport or can I travel back to India with less than 6 months validity on my passport?

Answer: You need to contact the Indian Embassy or Consulate regarding entry to India.
US to Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I have a flight on Dec 5, returning May 21 next year. My passport expires March 6. My plan is to renew my passport in the Philippines. Will I have a problem?

Answer: No, you will not have a problem. Please make sure you have valid documents (visa or green card) when you return to the United States.
Passport 6 months Requirement
by: Vignesh

Question: I am a non-immigrant with an H1-B visa (Indian Passport holder). I am planning to travel to India on January 13th and to come back to the USA on February 12th. My H1-B Visa is valid until 28th August of 2023 but my passport will expire on 6/16/2021.

Could you tell me if I can travel back and forth with my passport or do I need to get it renewed since it will expire in 4 months?

Answer: Hello, Vignesh. As long as you arrive with a valid visa and passport, you should be able to re-enter the United States without issue. You may contact the CBP for more information.
PIO card - Passports expires in 6 months.
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My son's US passport expires on May 25, 2021. We have to travel for a family emergency to India in December. He has a US passport and a valid PIO card. Will it cause an issue since the passport expires in 6 months?

Answer: There should not be an issue entering India since he has a PIO card. If you are concerned about returning, your son should be able to re-enter the United States without a problem as long as he arrives with a valid U.S. passport.
United States Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a Canadian citizen. I have a passport that expires in March 2021. I want to travel from Canada to visit family in the United States. I want to travel from the first week of December to the first week of January. Will I be able to travel?

Answer: Yes, you should be able to travel. Please contact the CBP about any additional entry requirements related to the pandemic.
US Passport expires Feb 2021
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my passport expires Feb 2021. Need to travel for a family emergency to the US between Nov 2020 to Jan 2021 and will be back in India. I have Indian OCI and I am a resident of India. Can I travel to the US with my current US passport that expires in Feb 2021?

Answer: Yes, you may enter the United States without issue as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Passport validity
by: Anonymous

Question: My plan is to exit by January 2021 then my passport will expire on April 21, 2021. Can I travel within 2 months remaining of passport validity? I am traveling from KSA to the Philippines.

Answer: If you have a U.S. passport, you may enter the Philippines as long as your passport is valid. If you have a passport issued by a different country, you need to contact the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh for entry requirements. You may also contact the airline you plan on traveling with for more information.
Exit from Saudi Arabia to Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I exit from KSA to the Philippines if my passport expires 3 or 2 months before my departure?

Answer: You cannot board an international flight with an expired passport.
Travel to India
by: Anonymous

Question: My son's US passport expires on March 21. Can he travel to India between Dec 24-Jan 8?

Answer: If your son has a valid India visa, he may travel with his current passport.
Travel to the Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: Travel from US to Philippines 11/11 with return flight 11/30. Passport will expire 4/28, is it okay to travel?

Answer: Yes, it is okay to travel.
Travel to Croatia
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Croatia 11/2 to 11/17 but US passport expires 02/04 next year. I will also transit through other European countries. Will this be a problem?

Answer: Yes, it will likely be a problem. The Department of State recommends that you have at least 6 months on your passport when traveling through Europe. More specifically, Croatia requires that you have 3 months on your passport counting from your planned date of departure from their country. Your passport falls a few days short of that.
US passport expiry
by: Saran

Question: My son has a US passport and he is currently in India. His passport is going to expire on 11-Jun-21. He will be traveling back to the US around May 21. Does he need to renew his US passport before entering US? Is there any 6months rule applicable to travel back to US?

Answer: Your son should be able to enter the United States without issue as long as he arrives with a valid passport.
Kid passport expiring January 19, 2021
by: Anonymous

Question: Our flight to the Dominican Republic is October 19, 2020, our return ticket is for October 23, 2020. My daughter passport will expire on January 19, 2021. Will we be denied boarding?

Answer: The Dominican Republic now requires that U.S. citizens present a passport that has at least 6 months validity. Since your son's passport has less than that, it is possible that boarding will be denied. Please contact the Embassy of The Dominican Republic or the airline you are traveling with for more information.
Travell with near expiry passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am Indian citizen currently in Dubai. My passport will expire next month. Am I able to go back to India?

Answer: We're not experts on Indian citizen travel but you should be able to enter your home country. Please contact the Indian Embassy in Dubai to verify.
Passport expiry Jan 2021
by: Anonymous

Question: My family and I have been in Guatemala since the Pandemic happened. We had planned to go back to the USA to renew our son's passport this summer, but were unable to secure a repatriation flight home. The Embassy has been closed and we are unable to get an appointment to renew his passport. Our current travel plans are to get to Costa Rica, but we haven't had any luck with getting an appointment to renew his passport and the best the embassy could offer is to wait until it's an emergency so they can issue an emergency passport. Are there any other options? Going back to the USA is not an option for us.

Answer: Unfortunately, what the embassy can offer is the only (and best) option you have.
Kids passport expiring next year
by: Anonymous

Question: My trip to the Dominican Republic is on October 21st with return date of Nov 30th. My two daughters age 5 and 7 have passports that expire Feb 2, 2021. Do I need to apply for new passports? Do I need a document from their father allowing their travel?

Answer: The Dominican Republic now requires that U.S. citizens present passports that have at least 6 months validity to allow entry. You need to apply for new passports for your children. Also, please contact the Embassy of The Dominican Republic to find out if you will need travel consent forms from the non-traveling parent.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires 1/27/2021. I want to travel to Dubai 11/2/2020 to 11/12/2020. Can I travel with this passport?

Answer: The UAE requires that U.S. citizens present passports that have at least 6 months validity upon entry. You need to renew your passport before your planned trip.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am an Australian Citizen who lives in Canada. My wife and I were planning to travel to the USA (Atlanta) On 11/11/2020. My passport runs out on Feb 9, 2021. Will I still be able to travel to the USA from Toronto? I’m afraid I might not have enough time to renew my passport. I was able to renew my ESTA with no difficulty so it is valid. Just curious about my passport?

Answer: You should be able to travel to the United States with your current passport. Please contact the CBP for any possible additional requirements for entry.
Passport “In process”
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. It might be a question not really related to the topic. But if I sent my passport 5 weeks ago and it still "in process". How long do you think it is going to take them to make a new passport considering the Covid-19 situation? I need to travel in December and I’m worried if they won’t send me the new passport by that time. Thanks in advance.

Answer: Some delays are still to be expected due to the pandemic. Passport services is working hard to deliver all pending applications and as of September 24th, they are making progress on applications submitted in July. Since your application was submitted in August, it should be processed and completed soon. There is a good chance your new passport will arrive before your trip in December.
Aruba travel
by: Anonymous

Question: We’re flying to Aruba end of December 2020. My 5-year-old's passport expires March 2021. Should we renew his passport or will it be ok?

Answer: Your son may travel with his current passport. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Aruba.
Passport expires in January 2021
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! I have been living in Pakistan for a long time and my passport expires 3 months from now. If I would like to travel now from Pakistan to the US, will it be possible?

Answer: Yes, it is. You should not have issued getting into the United States as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Venezuelan in Curacao, and want to travel to Germany
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a Venezuelan living in Curacao, and want to travel to Germany. My passport expires on October 26th, 2020. I would like to stay for 3 weeks. Due to COVID-19, they are not processing extensions or new passports. Will I be okay to travel to Germany?

Answer: Hello! We specialize in U.S. passport issuance and U.S. citizen travel. Please contact the German embassy or immigration office for entry requirements specific to Venezuelan passport holders.
Passport expiration
by: Humi

Question: I’m travelling to my home country on 01/09/2020 and my passport will expire on 06/12/2020. Can I still travel or not?

Answer: Please contact the immigration office/embassy of your home country to find out what their entry requirements are.

If you have a U.S. passport and is concerned if you will be able to return without issue, you can get back in the United States as long as you return before it expires.

If you have a foreign passport and green card/visa, you should be able to return to the United States as long as you arrive with both documents valid.
Dominican Republic Change
by: Mrs. Anonymous

Question: I'm not certain when the passport requirement changed for the Dominican Republic. However, due to closures related to Covid-19, I'm unable to renew my passport. My passport expires at the end of January 2021, and I had a trip rescheduled multiple times to the Dominican Republic. The current planned date is 9/3/20 for a 4 night stay. Do you know when the requirement changed and do you have any suggestions of getting an exception due to the current situation?

Answer: The change is fairly recent but we do not know exactly when. You will need to contact the Embassy of The Dominican Republic regarding possible exceptions.
Covid 19 mess up everything
by: Sophia D

Question: Hi. I'm planning to travel to Haiti in August but my passport expires in October. Can I travel there>

I'm planning to renew but due to COVID-19, everywhere is closed. Now things are starting to open but delays for passports are up to 5 to 6 months. I don't know what to do. Can I travel for 5 days in August if my passport expires in 2 months?

Answer: Haiti requires that you have at least 6 months on your U.S. passport to allow entry. Please contact the Embassy of the Republic of Haiti to find out if the requirement has changed in light of the situation brought about by the pandemic.

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Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! I’m coming back to the US in August. My US passport expires in October. Am I still able to enter United States? And what if I have transit flights? (Ukraine > Turkey > US) Thanks in advance!

Answer: You will only need a valid passport for a hassle-free re-entry into the United States. If you are also just transiting through the Ukraine and Turkey and not getting out of the airport, you should be okay.
Passport Expires In 4 Days From Departure Flight
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I’m the same comment from before about traveling to the Dominican Republic with my passport 4 days away from expiring. Can I travel if I have a flight to come back on the same day my passport expires?

Answer: The Dominican Republic now requires that your passport be valid for at least 6 months upon entry. Since your passport does not meet this requirement, you will likely face issues boarding a flight to the Dominican Republic. If you do get on a flight, you will face issues at the port of entry.
Passport Expiring
by: Anonymous

Question: My US passport expires 4 days before one way flight to the Dominican Republic. Will I be able to enter since there is no returning flight?

Answer: The Dominican Republic now requires at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport to allow entry. Also, visitors must have a ticket entering and leaving the country. Please contact the Embassy of The Dominican Republic for more information.
Expiring within one month of my trip.
by: Moises M

Question: I am an American/Nicaraguan citizen. I am traveling from LA to Nicaragua and my passport expires on Sept 12. My trip is from August 25 to Sept 6. Will I be OK to travel and come back?? I have an expired passport from Nicaragua. I have dual citizenship.

Answer: Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Nicaragua. It also just needs to be valid in order to re-enter the United States.
My passport
by: Sue

Question: I am going to Spain October 6th and returning to the UK October 20th. My passport runs out March 10th. Will I be okay? I am 72 years old.

Answer: Hi, Sue. If you have a U.S. passport, you will be okay to travel to Spain with it. If you have a passport issued by another country, please contact the Embassy of Spain regarding entry requirements.
Passport expire
by: Dami

Question: My husband's passport expires in January 2021. We have a trip the to Dominican Republic in August 2020, will he be allowed to enter the DR with his passport expiring in just under 6 months?

Answer: Your passports need to have at least 6 months validity remaining upon entry to the Dominican Republic. Your husband needs to renew his passport before your trip.
Passport expires
by: Anonymous

Question: My sister took a visa from Italy to visit UK. She has Bangladeshi passport. Her visa expires date September and her passport expires 18th October. How many months validity does she need on her passport to across UK border?

Answer: Please contact the UK border office regarding entry requirements specific to Bangladeshi passport holders.
Ms
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires March 29th 2021. I travel to Portugal on 1st November to 3rd December. Is my passport alright to travel or do I need to renew??

Answer: You may use your current passport to enter Portugal.
Help
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires next month, can I travel to France this weekend?

Answer: Unfortunately, you cannot. France requires at least 3 months validity remaining on your passport counting from your intended date of exit from their country.
Travel from Schiphol to IKA tehran
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a holder of an Iranian passport. My passport will be expired in September 2020. I am going to travel from Amsterdam to Tehran on 24 June 2020. I wonder if I will not have a problem with my passport when departing Schiphol airport?

Answer: Please contact the immigration offices of both The Netherlands and Iran regarding entry/exit requirements specific to Iranian passport holders.
Hello
by: Lumnije

Question: My daughter has a British passport and expires on 10th August. Is it okay to travel in Finland for 2 weeks with return ticket if I travel end off this month? Thanks.

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Finland for entry requirements specific to British passport holders.
US Permanent Resident with a Philippine Passport
by: J

Question: Hi. My daughter who is a US permanent resident will travel to the Philippines on August 1 with a Philippine passport expiring on November 20. She will come back to the US on August 19. Will she be allowed to enter and leave the Philippines with 3 months validity left and be allowed entry to the US? Thank you.

Answer: There should be no issues re-entering the United States as long as she arrives with a valid green card and passport. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Traveling to Tunisia
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning to travel to Tunisia in June. I have a valid Tunisian passport. My US passport expires on July 27th. I will be transiting though Paris, but not planning to get into France. I cannot renew my US passport due to Covid. Can I still travel?

Answer: Yes, you can still travel. Just make sure to return to the United States before your passport expires to avoid issues re-entering.
Travel to France
by: JB

Question: We have a trip planned in July to France from US - our 7 year old son’s passport expires at the end of September. All passport services have been stopped. Will we have a problem getting into France in July?

Answer: There will most likely be an issue since France requires at least 3 months validity counting from your departure from their country. Please contact the Embassy of France to find out if they have adjustments in place considering the pandemic.
Aruba travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires a month after I return from my trip to Aruba. Will this be an issue?

Answer: It should not be a problem. Your passport only needs to be valid upon your entry and departure from Aruba.
Travel to Aruba
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Aruba in a few months. My passport expires 1 month after I return. Will this be a problem?

Answer: It should not be a problem. Your passport only needs to be valid upon your entry and departure from Aruba.
3 mos.expire passport
by: Jade

Question: I'm a permanent resident. I want to visit the Philippines next year (May 2021) and be back June 2021. My passport will expire in Oct 2021. Is it okay if i don't renew before I go?

Answer: It should be okay as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Passport problems
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m due to fly to Spain on 14 September 2020 my passport runs out on the 10 feb 21. Can I still use this passport or do I have to renew it? Thanks in advance.

Answer: The answer depends on when you plan on leaving Spain. If your passport will be valid for at least 3 months after you leave Spain, then you may use it for your upcoming trip.
Greece travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I have a valid passport that expires in September. My trip is in July ending beginning of August. I know the they require 3 months until return date but passport offices are not expediting services due to COVID. What’s the chance they’ll allow me entry? Thanks.

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Greece for the most updated entry requirements.
Travel to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello,

I am travelling to Canada in July and my US passport expires in October. Will I be okay to travel?

Answer: Yes, you will be okay.
My us passport will expire after 4 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Jordan on the 10th of June. Is it okay to travel with a US passport that will expire on the 15th of September?

Answer: You need at least 6 months validity on your passport in order to enter Jordan. You need to renew your passport before you go.
US passport expires during Mexico trip
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a trip to Puebla, Mexico on 7/24 - 08/02. My passport expires on 7/28. I purchased my flight tickets days before COVID 19 restrictions started on March. I had plans to renew it that same month but it was not possible due to all offices closing or cutting staff. Will I have a problem flying from Tijuana to Puebla and flying back from Puebla to Tijuana and crossing the US border? I am also traveling with my two minors but their passports are fine.

Answer: You need a valid passport to travel overseas by air. Even if you cross the border by land, you may face considerable delays if you arrive with an expired passport.
Costa Rican traveling to USA
by: Anonymous

Question: My girlfriend (from Costa Rica) is trying to visit me in USA May 9-21. Her passport expires in 5 months. Due to corona virus she can’t get a renewed passport until June at the earliest.

Will she be allowed in?

Answer: Provided that there are no travel bans at the time she plans on entering the country, she should be allowed entry as long as her passport stays valid until her planned date of departure from the United States.
U.S Permanent Residency Card Holder
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am a U.S Permanent Residency Card holder and I have to travel to South Korea from April 29th, 2020 to August 29th, 2020. I am traveling with my Spanish passport which expires on October 8th, 2020. Due to the pandemic my consulate in Texas informed me that they cannot renew my passport.

Will this give me any issues leaving South Korea and re-entering the U.S? My passport will be 1-1 month and a half away from expiring when I will be heading back to the U.S.

Answer: We do not have information regarding exit from South Korea but as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card, you will be allowed re-entry into the United States.
Dual Citizen Returning to Thailand
by: Tom M.

Question: My son is a dual citizen of the USA & Thailand. His passport expires after our scheduled departure to Thailand in May. Will he be able to leave with just a few weeks left on his passport?

Answer: Yes, he can.
Trip to Israel
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m a US citizen. My passport expires in September, I’m planning to travel to Israel, one way, in August. Will I have problems leaving US and entering Israel? Thank you in advance for your help.

Answer: There is no minimum validity requirement but your authorized stay should not exceed the validity remaining of your passport. Also, airlines may decline boarding if you have less than six months validity on your passport. Please contact the airline you are flying with to check travel requirements.
Passport expires in between the travel
by: Lee

Question: My 11-year-old daughter is planning to go to Korea (6/1- 8/31) and her passport expires on 7/28. I was planning to renew her passport before the trip but due to Covid19, they are saying it will take significantly longer. If she doesn’t renew and it expires while she is in Korea, would she have an issue coming back?

Thanks in advance for your help.

Answer: She will most likely encounter issues since a valid passport is required to board a flight to the United States.
Lockdown in The Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US Green Card Holder. My Philippine passport is expiring in July. I came to the Philippines last Feb. 28 and was supposed to get back in the US March 29 but I got locked down because of COVID-19. Now my flight to be back is supposed to be on June 2. Do I have to renew my passport first before I go back?

Answer: You may re-enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card. Having said that, we recommend that you contact the U.S. Embassy in Manila or the CBP for the latest re-entry requirements for green card holders.
Entering the US
by: Anonymous

Question: A friend is traveling to the US from Mexico April 25, 2020 for a week but her Mexican passport expires August 2020. Would she be able to enter the US with her soon to expire Mexican passport?

Answer: Certain restrictions are in place for travel between the U.S. and Mexico due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please contact the CBP for entry requirements and other information.
Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning to go to Canada and my passport will only have 5 months left. Will I be okay? I had planned to renew but with significant delays I am worried the new one would not come in time and I do not qualify for expedited.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Canada. Please contact the Canada Border Service Agency for the most updated entry requirements as changes may have been made due to COVID-19.
Curaçao
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling beginning of July but passport expires in August. Will we be okay to travel to Curaçao?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Curaçao. You should be okay.
Traveling to DR
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from New York City to the Dominican Republic. I have a US passport that expires in May. I have a flight to the Dominican Republic tomorrow March 12-15. Will I be able to travel with no issues? Will I be able to travel?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Dominican Republic. There should be no issues.
Travel with passport to expire under 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Flying to Heathrow London UK 3/20, returning to USA 3/29/2020. Passport expires June 10, 2020. Will I be ok to enter UK?

Answer: Yes. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm entry requirements.
Traveling to the US from South Africa
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a valid US visa. I will be traveling from 12 March to the 15 March 2020. My passport expires 11 May 2020 will I be allowed entry to the US?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for the latest entry requirements.
Costa Rica
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Costa Rica March 10-14, my passport expires on August 20. Will I be okay? This is last minute travel since the virus cancelled my original travel plan to Europe.

Answer: You should be okay. U.S. citizens need only present a passport that will be valid for the duration of your stay in Costa Rica.
Travel to US
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi,

I am traveling March 16th and plan to come back the 20th in France. My passport expires June 26th. I renewed it but I might not have my new passport before my trip.

Am I allowed to travel to the U.S?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for information regarding entry into the U.S.
US Citizens travel to Brazil
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a US citizen traveling to Brazil in March and my passport expires in August will I be able to enter Brazil?

Answer: Yes, you will be able to. Brazil only requires that your passport be valid upon entry.
Passport expires less than 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My US passport expires May 2, 2020 and I flew to Italy Feb 29, 2020. I am currently in Italy and have planned travel to Switzerland on March 4th (less than 90 days of expiration) . Because it is was within 90 days of expiration when I left the US for Italy it was ok to travel. Since I am already in the EU will I have issues getting into Switzerland?

Answer: You will have to contact the Swiss immigration or border office regarding entry.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling April 28th- May 7th 2020 to Aruba and my passport expires August 2nd. Will I be okay not to renew it?

Answer: There's no need to renew your passport before your trip. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Aruba.
Passport validity
by: Anonimous

Question: Venezuelan citizenship with passport expires on October 5th. Need to travel For 10 days meeting In USA that finishes on May 20th. Leaving USA territory more than 4 months before passport expired data. Should expect any trouble in this trip?

Answer: Please contact the CBP about entry into the United States.
Traveling to US, passport expiring in less than three months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello,

I am a dual German-US citizen. I will be traveling to the US from Germany on Saturday February 29 and return to Germany on Wednesday March 4. My US passport will be expiring in May 2020. Can I still enter and leave the US with my US passport?
Thanks.

Answer: Yes, you can. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel requirements.
Please Help - Travel to France/London
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to France from the US on March 24 and returning on March 29. My passport expires on June 25.

Will I be allowed in the country?

Additionally, I was intending on visiting London during my stay in France - from March 25 to March 27. Will I be allowed back into France given my US passport expires on June 25? I am concerned about traveling domestically in Europe with a US passport expiring in about 3 months.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP IN ADVANCE!!

Answer: You will be allowed into the UK without issue but unfortunately not into France. Your passport needs to have at least 3 months beyond March 29th in order to enter France. You need to apply for expedited renewal before your trip.
DAUGHTER TRAVELING TO COSTA RICA
by: Anonymous

Question: My 13-year-old daughter is flying to Costa Rica with a friend's family April 3rd-April 10th 2020 but her passport expires on April 28, 2020. Will she be able to fly???

Answer: U.S. citizens need only present a passport that will be valid for the duration of your stay in Costa Rica. Your daughter should be able to fly with her current passport.
Safe
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a US citizen flying home from vacation on April 9th. My passport expires Oct 7th...two days shy of 6 months. Will I need to renew it?

Answer: You may enter the United States without issue as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport. There is no need to renew your passport before your trip home.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Travelling to Greece September and passport runs out 1st Feb next year. Will I need to renew before I go?

Answer: The Department of State recommends having at least 6 months on your U.S. passport when traveling to Europe. But the actual requirement by Greece is three months beyond your planned departure from their country. If you will have at least 3 months after you exit Greece, there's no need to renew your passport before your trip.
Travel to England
by: Anonymous

Question: My US passport expires in April. If we have a family emergency in England, will I be able to travel to England and back to US with my current passport?

Answer: As long as the passport remains valid for the duration of your stay in England, you should be okay.
Traveling from Canada to US
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the US in early March for 10 days but my passport expires in June. I have a Canadian passport, will I be okay or should I renew my passport? Thank you.

Answer: Please contact the CBP regarding entry into the United States.
USA to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to Canada for 5 days on Feb 22 and my passport expires in April. Will I have any issues entering the country?

Answer: You should be able to enter Canada as long as your passport is valid.
Travelling to the USA
by: Anonymous

Question: I travel to the USA between April 15th-19th. My passport expires on October 13th, will I be permitted to travel?

Answer: If you have a U.S. passport, there should be no problem. If you have a foreign passport, please contact the CBP.
3 or 6??
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to a Schengen country with more than 3 but less than 6 months left on my US passport.
I see the term "6 months recommended". What is meant by "recommended"?? Is it 3 OR 6???

Answer: Countries party to the Schengen Agreement require at least 3 months remaining on your passport counting from your planned date of exit from any Schengen country. The State Department recommends 6 months validity remaining on your passports.
Traveling to Dominican Republic from U.S.
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I am a U.S. Citizen traveling to the Dominican Republic the first week of March (3/5-3/9) and my passport expires end of March. Will I be able to travel with no issues?

Answer: Yes. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Dominican Republic.
Travel to France and return same month US passport expires?!
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to France at the beginning of April 2020 for 7 days and my US passport expires on April 27, 2020. Will I be allowed?

Answer: No, you will not. France requires at least 3 months counting from your date of departure from their country and the U.S. State Department recommends having 6 months when traveling to Europe.

Please renew your passport ASAP and request for expedited service to have it ready in time for your trip.
Travel to Trinidad
by: Anonymous

Question: The passport expires May 13th but travel is Feb 18th. The website says recommended 6 months but not required. Will this be an issue? Thanks.

Answer: Six months is recommended but as long as your passport stays valid for the duration of your stay in Trinidad & Tobago, you should be okay. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel document requirements.
Passport expires in 2 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Bahamas but will have a connecting flight to US, will my passport still be okay?

Answer: If you have a U.S. passport, you should be okay. If you have a foreign passport, please contact the CBP.
Traveling to Colombia
by: Anonymous

Question: Leave to Colombia Mar 21-28 for a week. My passport expires June which is 2-3 months I have left after my travel to Colombia. My question is, does Colombia have that 3-6 month requirement where passport has to be valid?

Answer: Colombia only requires that your U.S. passport be valid upon entry. You should be okay.
Travel to Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, my US passport expires on July 10th. I have a trip planned to Athens and Santorini from March 15th to March 25th. Round trip flight from US (with a layover in Paris). I understand Greek law requires 3 months, but there's mention of 6 months if traveling to another country, is my passport still valid for travel if I'm only going to Greece?

Answer: You should be okay with your current passport. As party to the Schengen Agreement, Greece requires at least 3 months beyond your planned date of departure from their country. The six months is a recommendation from the Department of State.
Please answer
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling March 16 - 21 to Italy. Passport expires Sept 21 - should I renew now and do expedited service or am I okay for this trip?

Answer: You should be okay since you have at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from Italy. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel requirements.
UK Passport expire July 2020
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi,
I need to travel to the USA to an unwell family member. Will i permitted to enter & leave the USA?

Answer: As long as your passport stays valid for the duration of your stay, there should not be any issue.
US passport validity
by: V

Question: My daughter's US passport is valid until August. We are traveling to United States from Canada at the end of March. At the time of travel, her passport will be valid only for 5 months. We are planning to renew her passport after going to the United States or we need to renew her US passport in Canada before travel. Please help.

Answer: Your daughter may use her current passport for your trip.
Travel query
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I am traveling to India in May and coming back in end of the month. My Indian passport will expire in August. Do I need to renew my passport before travel?

Answer: You should be able to travel to your home country.
Cuba
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Cuba on March 5 and returning March 9. My passport expires March 22. Does this mean I will not be able to go?

Answer: You will be able to go. You passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Cuba.
Travel to Ireland
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Ireland in April. My passport expires on August 31. Will I have problems getting into Ireland or back into the United States?

Answer: There should not be any issues as long as your passport stays valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
US - Canada and Back
by: Brian

Question: My passport expires 3/8/2020. I need to go to Canada in Feb and return in Feb (before 3/8) will the Canada allow me to enter? Will the US allow me to return?

Question: You may use your current passport to travel to Canada.
Passport expires in less than 3 months from the travel date. HELP!
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am traveling to Japan in March and returning in mid April. My U.S passport expires in May 2020. Will I need to renew my passport before my trip? Thanks.

Answer: There's no need to renew your passport before you leave. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Japan.
I'm a US green card holder
by: Anonymous

Question: My Philippine passport will expire February next year & planning to travel on Nov 25-Dec 29 to the Philippines to renew my passport. Will there be any problem with the airlines or immigration?

Answer: You should be able to re-enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card. Please contact the airline you are flying with for more information.
Germany for 4 days
by: C

Question: If my passport expires end of July this year, can I travel to Berlin for a few days at the end of this month (Feb)? I will be within 6 months of expiration, but have 3 months remaining.

Answer: Yes, you should be able to travel to Germany with your current passport.
Exp in July 2020
by: Cynthia

Question: I'm traveling to The Bahamas in Feb. Do I have to renew before my trip? MY passport expires July.

Answer: There's no need to renew your passport before your trip. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in The Bahamas.
US help
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to the United States in April with my Panamanian passport. My passport expires in June, but my US visa expires in three years. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for the latest entry requirements.
Travel to DR from USA
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Punta Cana in 2 weeks. My passport expires in July. Do I meet the DR entry requirements?

Answer: Yes, you do. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Dominican Republic.
Traveling to Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Spain in April and passport expires in May. Will there be an issue? Thank you.

Answer: Yes. Your passport has to have at least 3 months validity beyond your planned departure from Spain. Please renew your passport before your trip.
Lebanese passport flying from Brussels to the US
by: Anonymous

Question: Please advise, I am planning to travel from Brussels on 4 February and my passport will expire on 3 May.
I have a Lebanese Passport and a valid visa.
Am I allowed to travel and enter the states?
Thank you.

Answer: Please contact the CBP regarding entry into the United States.
Cancun
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be flying to Cancun 2/20 and returning 2/29. My passport expires 3/3. Do I need to renew it before my trip?

Answer: You should be okay to travel with your current passport. Please call the airline to confirm.
Passport expired with in 4 .months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to India on 7th February and my passport expires on May 28. Can I travel to India?

Answer: You can if you already have a visa to India.
Traveling to Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the Philippines on April 1 and coming back April 16. My passport expires May 13. Am I okay to travel?

Answer: Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to the Philippines. You should be okay.
USA to Philippines via ASIANA AIRLINES
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I’m a green card holder. I’m planning to go to the Philippines from February 24 to March 27 and my Philippine passport will expire on August 21. Do I need to renew my passport to enter Philippines and to re-enter USA?

Answer: You should be able to enter your home country without issue. As for re-entering the United States, you should be okay as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Travel to Canada on Chinese passports
by: Anonymous

Question: We have green cards. China passports will expire on May 20. We want to travel to Canada on Feb 19 for 5 days. Is there any trouble to get into Canada or go back US?

Answer: Please contact the Canada Border Service Agency for entry requirements specific to Chinese passport holders.
Passport Renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from USA to Ireland and Scotland thru London in 4-2020. My passport expires 9-2020. Do I need to renew before I travel? I will only be there for 14 days.

Answer: There is no need to renew prior to travel. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your trip.
US passport about to expire in 3 months.
by: Anonymous

Question: US passport about to expire in 3 months. Will I still be allowed to travel from Manila to Bangkok?

Answer: The U.S. Department of State recommends that you have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport to ease entry into Thailand.
Traveling Soon
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Punta Cana in March 2020 and my passport expires in June 2020, is that okay?

Answer: Yes, it is okay.
Cyprus
by: Anonymous

Question: Travelling to Cyprus on 23 February for a 10 day holiday from UK. My passport expires mid June.

Will I be okay to travel?

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Cyprus for entry requirements specific to British passport holders.
Travelling to Dublin
by: Anonymous

Question: England to Dublin 14th to 17th April 2020. Passport expires 16th Aug 2022.

Answer: From what country was your passport issued?
Passport expiry 5 months
by: Anonymous

Question: We are due to fly from the UK to USA Feb 23rd and my 16-year-old daughter's passport expires 5 months from then. Do we need to renew her passport before this trip?

Answer: As long as it remains valid for the duration of your stay in the United States, your daughter should be okay to travel with her current passport.
Traveling to South America
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I’m planning to travel to Colombia then Peru in the middle of February for two weeks and my passport expires In May 9th. Am I still able to make the trip? Thanks in advance.

Answer: Colombia only requires that your passport be valid at the time of entry but Peru requires 6 months. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. Traveling to Europe April 2020 returning 2 weeks and passport Expires August 2020. Will I have any issues?

Answer: The U.S. State Department strongly recommends that you have at least 6 months validity left on your passport when traveling to Europe. This is because most European countries require at least 3 months validity counting from your planned date of departure from the country/s you are visiting.

Because of this, we recommend that you renew your passport. If you do it soon, you will have plenty of time to receive it before your trip without expediting.
Passport valid for 5 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My Singapore passport expires on 20 Sep 2020. I am slated to travel to Seattle on 18 April for a week. Is this okay?

Answer: Yes. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for more information regarding entry into the U.S.
Scotland to Poland
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport runs out on 7th July. I’m travelling to Poland on 7th February. Do I need to renew my passport after Brexit on 31st January?

Answer: We're not familiar with Brexit and how it affects travel by British citizens to other European countries.

If you are a U.S. citizen with a U.S. passport, you need at least 3 months counting from your -planned date of departure from Poland. You should be okay without renewing.
Travelling to Europe April 2020
by: Dorothy

Question: Travelling to Europe April 2020 for 4 weeks. Passport expires August 2020, should I renew before leaving NZ?

Answer: The U.S. State Department strongly recommends that you have at least 6 months validity left on your passport when traveling to Europe. This is because most European countries require at least 3 months validity counting from your planned date of departure from the country/s you are visiting.

Because of this, we recommend that you renew your passport. If you do it soon, you will have plenty of time to receive it before your trip without expediting.
Enough time to go on hols?
by: Sian

Question: I am due to go to Benidorm in March for four nights, my passport ends in June. Can I go on my present passport?

Answer: The answer depends on your actual travel dates. Count 90 days from your planned date of departure from Benidorm. If your passport expires after the 90 days is up, you can still use it for travel.
Less than 6 month validity
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling on the 14th of Feb this year to Ireland and Scotland for 10 days. My passport will expire June 27, 2020. Do I need to renew before travel.

Answer: There's no need. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland and Scotland.
Passport
by: LAURIE

Question: I leave the 25 of January 2020 to Jamaica. My passport expires on 2/17/20. Will I be okay to travel?

Answer: You should be okay as long as your passport is valid upon entry to and exit from Jamaica.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m leaving Canada to go to Florida Feb 10-20. My passport expires March 6, do I have to renew it?

Answer: Please contact the CBP regarding travel into the United States.
Travel to Canada from the US
by: Anonymous

Answer: Traveling to Canada from the US in March of 2020 and passport expires in April 2020. Will we be able to travel to Canada without any problem?

Answer: Yes, there should not be any passport-related issues.
Turks and Caicos
by: Anonymous

Question: My husbands passport expires in March. Our trip is in February. Does he need to renew?

Answer: As long as his passport stays valid for the duration of your stay in the Turks and Caicos Islands, he should be okay without renewing before your trip.
Less than 3 month expiration US- to Aruba
by: Anonymous

Question: From the US going to Aruba for 7 days then back to US March 8. Our passports expire May 22. Do we need to renew it because it is less than 3 months from expiration?

Answer: You should be okay. Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in Aruba.
Passport question
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My passport will expire on April and I'm planning to travel just for two days to Malaysia on Feb 28-March. Do I still need to renew my passport? Thank you.

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. Malaysia requires that your passport have at least six months validity upon entry to their country.
US passport expires in less than 3 months
by: Tessa

Question: My US passport expires in April. Will I be able to go to the Dominican Republic in February for 10 days? Thanks!

Answer: Yes, you can still go to the Dominican Republic with your passport. It only needs to be valid upon entry to their country.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello I’m planning on traveling to Haiti on April 2020 but my passport will expire on August 20,2020. Do I need to renew my passport? My Passport is not an American, it’s a Haiti passport.

Answer: You should be able to enter your home country.
Passport expires
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi my passport expires June 29 of this year. I am traveling to Amsterdam Holland February 17. Do I need to renew before I leave, or am okay to travel? Thanks.

Answer: You're okay as long as you will have at least 3 months on your passport by the time you exit The Netherlands.
Travel to Egypt this autumn
by: Anonymous

Question: We are travelling on holiday to Egypt on the 25th Sept and return on the 9th October. Our passports expire on 25th Feb 2021 and 9th March 2021. Are we covered?

Answer: Your passports must have at least 6 months validity in order to enter Egypt. You need to renew your passports before your trip.
Returning back to US
by: Kul P.

Question: I have a US passport, but the return date back to US is less than 6 months from passport expiration date. Do I need to renew the passport or will I be able to return back to US without any issues?

Answer: You should be able to enter the country without issues.
Travel to BVI
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello- My passport expires 04/2020 and I'm traveling to St. John and visiting Josh Van Dyke BVI during my stay mid February, will I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to the BVI so there's no need to renew before your trip.
Traveling to Dominican Republic
by: Anonymous

Question: I renewed my passport on Oct 29, 2019. I am planning to travel to the Dominican Republic for vacation on March 11-15, 2020. Will I be allowed entry although my passport has less than 6 months renewed?

Answer: Yes, you will be allowed into the Dominican Republic. The validity requirement is not counted from issue date, rather from the expiry date. So your passport has over 9 years of validity left -- more than enough to enter all countries in the world U.S. citizens are allowed to travel to.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going on a cruise to Grand Canyon, Mahogany Bay, Belize, and Cozumel at the end of February 2020. My passport expires in June of 2020. Do I need to renew before I leave?

Answer: Assuming that you meant the Grand Cayman. The Cayman Islands, Belize and Mexico only require that your passport be valid for the duration of your stay. However, Honduras requires at least 6 months on your passport. Because of Honduras' requirement, you need to renew your passport. Please contact the cruise line you are traveling with to confirm travel document requirements.
Please help
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to India in Jan and my son's passport is expiring in May. Is he going to be okay to travel?

Answer: If he has a valid passport to India, he should be good to go.
Travel to US
by: Dalglish

Question: Holiday to Florida in August coming up. Passport expires in October. Will it be okay?

Answer: Please contact the CBP regarding entry into the United States.
Travelling to Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I am travelling to Spain on June 23 and returning July 4. My passport expires on October 9. Do I need to renew it before I go?

Answer: The Department of State recommends that you have at least 6 months validity on your passport when traveling to Europe. That said, Spain actually requires only 3 months beyond your planned departure from their country. Based on the country's requirement, you do not need to renew your passport before your trip.
Green card holder w/ 3 month before expiry of Philippine passport.
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a green card US resident and still using my Philippine passport. My passport will expire on May 2020. If I travel to the Philippines and plan to get back to US by February 2020, will I have a problem re-entering the US? Do I still need to renew my passport?

Answer: You may re-enter the United States without issue as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Help
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving February 14 for a cruise with Norwegian Getaway cruise line and my passport expires in March. Will I be okay?

Answer: The answer depends on which countries that you will visit and their entry requirements. Please contact the cruise line to confirm travel requirements.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to the US from Canada and my passport expires in June and I'm planning on going to the us in February for a week. Will I get denied?

Answer: You should be okay. Please contact the CBP regarding entry to the United States.
Iranian passport expires soon traveling to Canada with green card
by: Anonymous

Question: My dad holds an Iranian passport and a US green card. He lives in the USA now. His Iranian passport has 3 months until it expires. He is planing to come to Canada for 2 weeks next month, meaning his Iranian passport will be valid for only one month upon his return to USA. Is that okay?

Answer: Your father should be able to re-enter the United States as long as he arrives with a valid passport and green card.
Passport expires in July
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my mother-in-law plans to travel to the USA from Cameroon on 02/01 and her passport expires on July 21. Does she need to renew it before she travels?

Answer: If your mother-in-law holds a U.S. passport, she should be able to enter the United States with her current passport without issue.

If she holds a Cameroonian passport, she needs to contact the CBP regarding entry into the United States.
Traveling to India with US passport and OCI card
by: Anonymous

Question: We are planning to go to India in February and return in April. My daughter has a US passport which will expire on October 1st. She has an OCI card. Can she travel in April ( i.e final day of travel) with this current passport and OCI card? Thanks.

Answer: Yes, she can.
Travel to the US
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires October 17. I am supposed to travel to the U.S. from January to June 5. Would that be a problem?

Answer: If you hold a U.S. passport, it should not ne an issues. If you have a foreign passport, you need to contact the CBP regarding entry into the United States.
Can I still travel?
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a British passport. I leave for Tenerife Spain on 24th Jan to 26th Jan. My passport expires 12 April. Can I still travel?

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Spain for entry requirements specific to British passport holders.
Traveling to Spain
by: K Well

Question: I leave for Spain (Barcelona & Madrid) Feb 7-21 and my passport expires July 23. Should I quickly renew my passport or do you think I’ll be in the clear? I’ve never cut it this close before- thanks for your feedback!

Answer: The Department of State strongly recommends having at least 6 months validity on your passport when traveling to Europe. That said, you should be okay to travel with your current passport since it has at least 3 months beyond your planned date of departure from Spain. Just make sure to have your proof of onward travel on hand in case officials ask for it.
Traveling to Grand Cayman
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Grand Cayman 01/25 to 02/01 and my passport expires 03/07. Do I need to do a quick passport renewal prior to my trip? I am wondering if my passport will be valid due to the six month past travel date rule?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry and exit from the Cayman Islands. You can renew your passport after you return from your trip.
Passport renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to Mexico at the end of Feb. My passport expires at the end of May. Do I need to renew my passport before hand?

Answer: There's no need to renew your passport before your trip. It only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry into the United States.
Passport
by: Gary marsh

Question: My grandson's passport runs out September. We are planning on going to Krakow for 3 days in May. Is it still valid?

Answer: Poland, being party to the Schengen Agreement, requires at least 3 months validity beyond your planned stay in their country. Your grandson's passport should still be okay for your trip.

I should mention, though, that the Department of State strongly recommends having at least 6 months validity on your passport when traveling to Europe.
Passport Expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, my US passport expires in February. Can I travel to Dublin and Edinburgh from Jan 10-Jan 20?

Answer: Yes, you can. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in both cities. Please contact the airline you are traveling with to confirm travel requirements.
Passport expires in 2 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! I'm travelling on Jan 8 til Jan 11 2020 at Hong Kong. My passport expires on March 5. Is it valid to use my passport without renewing it yet?

Answer: Your passport needs to be valid for at least a month after your planned departure from Hong Kong.
Philippine passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning to go to the Philippines on February 11 to March 2 and my Philippine passport will expire on September 2. Can i still travel with my passport and come back to the US, or do i need to renew my passport?

Answer: You should be able to enter your home country with your current passport.
Netherlands
by: Megan

Question: Hi. I am travelling to Amsterdam next week my passport expires in April, which is four months away. Will I be okay to travel there and back or do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Hi, Megan. The Department of State strongly recommends that you have at least 6 months on your passport when traveling to Europe. That said, as long as you have 3 months remaining on your passport by the time you leave Amsterdam, you should be okay. Just make sure you have your return tickets ready in case an officer asks for it upon your arrival.
Travel to Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Philippines on January 23 and returning on February 18. Both our passports are expiring on April 5, 2020. Are we allowed to enter Philippines and re-enter U.S without any problem?

Answer: Since your passports will be valid upon entry to the Philippines and re-entry to the United States, you should be okay.
Traveling to Vietnam
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m a US citizen and plan to travel to Vietnam Oct 28 returning Nov 14. My passport expires Feb 25, 2021. Will this be a problem?

Answer: In order to enter Vietnam, you need at least 6 months on your passport. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
Renew or it will be ok?
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. My son and I are going to Taiwan from 7-7 to 8-4. His passport expires in 3-15 next year. Do we need to renew his passport? If we renew it, it will be sometimes in June and I don’t know if gives enough time to receive before our trip in July. Thanks!

Answer: There is no need to renew. Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in Taiwan.
Renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Hawaii at the end of February. My passport expires in April, do I need to renew?

Answer: If you are a U.S. citizen, you actually do not need a passport to travel to Hawaii. It is considered domestic travel.
Jamaica trip
by: Anonymous

Question: My husband and I have a weekend get away 01/17 to 01/20. Just realized his USA passport expires 01/26. Should we have any problems in the entry or return?

Answer: He should be okay. Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in Jamaica and upon re-entry to the United States.
Passport renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: Will travel to Dublin June 12, return to the USA by June 23. Our passports expire July 22. Are we okay with current passports? Thanks. Ron

Answer: Hi, Ron. You're okay. Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
US Virgin Islands
by: Anonymous

Question: My son is going on a Scout trip to SeaBase St. Croix in July 2020 and his passport expires in October 2020. Does it need to be renewed before he goes? He turns 16 a week after he returns from St. Croix and I'd really like to wait to get him an adult passport when he turns 16 if possible.

Answer: Your son should be able to use his passport for the USVI trip.
Dominican Republic Trip
by: Anonymous

Question: I purchased last minute round trip tickets to Dominican Republic and will be leaving from Dec. 26th - Jan 15. I realized my Passport is set to expire March 03. Will I have have problems at the airport/departure? Please advise. Don't think I have time, with the holidays and all, to quickly resolve passport/renew.

Answer: There should be no problem. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to the Dominican Republic.
How are the 6 Months calculated
by: Jennifer

Question: We are going to Rome for a long weekend from 1/9-1/13. My son’s passport expires 7/12. Will he be allowed to travel? it’s one day from being 6 calendar months.

Answer: He should be allowed to travel since he has at least 3 months after planned departure from Italy on his passport.
Going to India
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am planning on going to India on January 10, 2020 till February 8. My passport expires on February 28. I have a U.S passport. I wanted to know if I will have to renew my passport.

Answer: As long as you already have a valid India visa, you should be able to use your current passport for travel.
Visiting Thailand for holiday
by: Anish

Question: Hi I m citizen of Australia and I want to travel to Thailand for 2 weeks from Dec 27th and my passport expires in April 2020. Can I travel to Thailand? Would they allow me to enter Thailand?

Answer: Please contact the Royal Thai Embassy in your city to check entry requirements specific to Australian passport holders.
We leave for Bali in 2 days.
by: Anonymous

Question: My husband's and my passport are fine but i just noticed both my daughters' passports expire in March. Not sure if this will be okay. Please help.

Answer: Indonesia requires passports to have at least 6 months validity. Your daughters need new passports.
Travel to Thailand
by: Anonymous

Question: My child's passport will expire on July 08 and we already have tickets departing the U.S.A. on Jan 16 and will be there for 7 weeks. I would like to know if his passport is still okay for travel or if I have to renew it.

Answer: The Department of State recommends that U.S. citizens have at least 6 months validity remaining on one's passport upon entry to Thailand. YOur child's passport still meets such so he/she should be okay.
Travel to Bali
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport is set to expire in March. I will go to Bali in March. If I renew my passport now (DEC/JAN), will I be okay?

Answer: Standard service takes 6 to 8 weeks to complete. If you submit your application ASAP, you should have your passport in plenty of time before you leave for Bali.
Travel to Costa Rica.
by: Suzanne

Question: We are traveling to Costa Rica in a couple weeks. My passport expires less than 10 days after we return home. According to your website we should be fine. I'm wondering where you source your information from. Thank you for your helpful site!

Answer: Hello, Suzanne. We base the information on our site from the U.S. State Department's web site.

You may still travel to Costa Rica without issue. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay there.
Daughter's passport expiring in less than 3 months
by: Gaurav

Question: Hi, we are Indian passport holders resident in Qatar and travelling to US in 3 days. My daughter's passport will expire in less than 3 months but will be valid till days of travel. Are we good to fly to the US?

Answer: Indian passport holders only need their passports to be valid for the duration of their stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP to confirm entry requirements before you travel.
My U.S. Passport expires in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm an American citizen. Can I travel to Medellin, Colombia if my U.S. Passport expires in 3 months?

Answer: Yes, you may still travel to Colombia. The Colombian government only requires that your passport be valid at the time of your entry to their country.
Query
by: Anonymous

Question: Would like to inquire if a person can apply for the Germany visa as his UAE work visa is going to expire on 07.03.2020.

Answer: These visas are issued by separate consular offices. There should be no reason why you cannot apply for a visa to Germany. Please contact the German Embassy for more information.
Abu Dhabi and Dubai
by: YoungJin

Question: My US passport expires July next year. I will travel to Abu Dhabi and Dubai from NYC on Feb 13 or 14 and return on Feb 23. Will I be allowed to go? Thanks.

Answer: Hello, YoungJin. The UAE requires that your passport be valid for 6 months counting from your date of entry. Count 180 days from February 13 or 14. If your passport's expiration is after the 180 days, it should be okay. If it falls before the 180 days is up, you need to renew your passport before your trip.
Traveling to Belize
by: May

Question: Hi,

I'm traveling from US to Belize first week of February. My passport expires in March. Do I need to renew my passport before my trip?

Thank you.

Answer: Hello, May. If your passport willbe valid for the duration of your stay in Belize, there's no need to renew before your trip.
Passport Validity
by: Meena

Question: Hello. I am going to go India on Jan 29 & comeback on Feb 29. My passport is expiring April 30. I have a US Passport, should i renew my passport?

Answer: Hello, Meena. There is no need to renew your passport before your trip if you already have a valid visa to India.
Philippine passport expires in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I will travel to the Philippines 12/09 from the US and my Philippine passport expires in 3 months. I am flying via Singapore airlines, stopping over in Singapore. Will i be allowed to travel in?

Answer: You will be able to enter the Philippines with your passport. Please contact the Embassy of Singapore for entry requirements specific to Philippine passport holders.
US resident with Philippine Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I'm planning to visit the Philippines from December 30th - February 17th and my passport is going to expire in July. Am i still be able to go to the Philippines and go back to US with my current passport? If not, can i still visit the Philippines, renew my passport there and fly back to the US?

Answer: As long as your passport and green card are valid by the time you get back to the United States, you should be okay.
Canadian passport expires in 3 months travelling to Hawaii
by: Anonymous

Question: We are travelling to Hawaii Dec 13 to 29 from Ontario, Canada and my kids passport will expire in March 17. Will their passport still be valid?

Answer: Yes, your children's passports should still be valid for your upcoming trip. Please contact the CBP for the latest entry requirements.
US to Philippines Dual Citizen
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a US passport and a Philippine passport. My US passport expires June 24. I have a trip to the Philippines planned for March 28 - April 6. Do I need to renew my US passport beforehand?

Answer: There is no need to renew your U.S. passport before your trip.
Canada requirements for US passport expiration date
by: Anonymous

Question: My wife's U.S. passport expires January 13. We are planning to travel to Canada on December 30 returning January 4. Will the passport still be valid to enter Canada and re-enter the U.S.?

Answer: Yes, it will still be valid for travel.
Travel to Paris with Minor
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My daughter's passport expires March 2020 and we are planning a trip to France Dec 24-30th 2019. Will it be valid? She is a minor.

Answer: The same requirement applies for adults and minors. In the case of France and other Schengen countries, U.S. passports need to be have at least 3 months validity beyond one's intended date of departure from their country.

Count 90 days from your departure from France. If your daughter's passport expires after the 90 days, it should be okay. If it has less than 90 days after you leave France, you need to apply for a new passport for your child.
London, UK
by: Jin

Question: My passport expires July 2020.
I plan to travel to London,UK from NYC on Feb 16 and return on Feb 23. Am I allowed to go?
Thanks.

Answer: Yes. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the length of your stay in London.
Trip to Costa Rica
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Costa Rica Jan. 20, 2020 returning Feb. 21, 2020. Passport expires 1st week in May. Will we be okay with this passport for travel? Thanks.

Answer: You should be okay. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Costa Rica.
Italy Trip
by: Joe

Question: I am a United States citizen with a U.S. Passport that expires March 2021. I am planning a trip to Italy leaving The USA in July 2020 for 14 days. Do I need a new passport for this trip?

Answer: Hi, Joe. You do not need a new passport for your trip. It still meets the 3-month validity post-departure requirement of Schengen countries.
Passport is expiring
by: Carlos Anonymous

Question: Hi there! I'm a U.S. citizen. Can I travel to the USA with my passport that is valid for only 30 days?

Answer: Yes, you may enter the United States as long as you have a valid passport.
Passport renewal
by: Julie

Question: I am travelling to Dublin, Ireland in March and my passport expires at the beginning of September. Do I need to renew my passport for this trip?

Answer: Hi, Julie. You may still use your passport for your trip. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
Travel to China with a passport that expires in <6 months.
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, we are traveling to China on 12/25 and returning on 12/31. My son’s passport will expire on June 1 2020 (expire in less than 6 months from the date of travel? Will this be a problem? Thank you for your advise.

Answer: If the passport expires in June, it still falls within the 6-month validity requirement. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel requirements.
Passport expires March 2020
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My son's U.S passport expires March next year and we are traveling to London Dec 24th and returning Jan 9th. Do I need to renew his passport or will we be allowed to enter the UK with 3 months left on his passport? Thank you.

Answer: U.S. citizens need only present passports that are valid for the duration of his/stay in the United Kingdom. Your son should be able to travel to London with his current passport.
Concern
by: Ryan

Question: Hi I'm from Trinidad and Tobago. My passport expires on April 19th next year. I want to travel to the US in January, would there be a problem?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for confirmation.
Concern
by: Ryan

Question: Hi I'm traveling to the US in January for 2 weeks, my passport expire in April, would I be able to travel?

Answer: Hi, Ryan. The answer depends on which country you are a citizen of and have a passport from. Please contact the CBP regarding entry to the United States.

If you have a U.S. passport, you should be able to enter the country without issue.
US to Canada trip
by: sam

Question: Hi we are planning a trip US-Canada on Christmas for five days. My son's U.S. passport expires in April. Does Canada entry has to have six months passport validity? Do we have renew it?

Answer: Your son may enter Canada and get back in the United States as long as his passport is valid. Six months is not a requirement for your destination.
India travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I plan to travel to India on December 7 and return on Jan 5. I just noticed that the passport of my minor daughter expires on March 18 (her multi entry Indian visa expires in 2025). Will she be allowed to travel with me?

Answer: Yes, she will be allowed to travel since she has a valid India visa. Her passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in India.
US-Chile
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm traveling to Chile for one month this coming Dec 14 but my passport expires on March 27. Is that allowed?

Answer: Yes, it is allowed. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Chile.
US to Saudi Arabia--5 months at exit
by: NJ

Question: Hi, my daughter is a minor with a U.S. passport. Parents have Indian passports. We will be flying to KSA next year, entering January 15 and exiting February 15. Her passport expires July 30 which means she has 6+ months upon entry but only 5+ months on exit.

Do I need to renew her passport? Can we be asked to go back? I am yet to apply for visas so I won't have enough time for expedited renewal.

Answer: While only a valid passport is required to enter Saudi Arabia, the State Department strongly recommends a minimum of 6 months beyond your date of travel.
Passport expires in March
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Italy in February for a week. My passport expires in March
Do I need to renew before I travel?

Answer: Yes, you need to renew your passport before your trip. The State Department recommends that you have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport when traveling to Europe.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Cancun on December 18 and my passport will expire in March. Can I travel or I need to renew my passport?

Answer: You can travel with your current passport.
Passport expires in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I have a Schengen visa from Swiss consulate valid till Feb 22' 19. I already traveled to Switzerland in Sep '19. I am planning to travel again on the same visa from US to Portugal from Dec 6 '19 to Dec 14 '19. I just realized that my Indian passport is only valid till Mar 9th '20. Will I have any issue? I am only short by 5 days for the 3 months passport validity. Will showing confirmed return ticket and any other proof of leaving Portugal help in this case?

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Portugal for entry requirements specific to Indian passport holders.
3 months passport expired
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I'm traveling to Japan for two weeks this coming Nov.15 until Dec. 1 but my passport expires February 10. Am i still allowed to travel?

Answer: Yes, you will still be allowed to travel since your U.S. passport will be valid for the duration of your stay in Japan.
Passport less than 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm a US passport holder and a resident of the UAE. My passport expires on 19 February. Am I still allowed to exit and re-enter the UAE from my travels to India. Also I planning to travel to Saudi Arabia next week. Will my passport still be valid?

Answer: If you have a valid visa to India and Saudi Arabia, you should have no issues. The UAE requires at least 6 months on U.S. passports but different regulations may apply for residents. Please contact UAE's immigration office to find out if your current passport and resident status are sufficient for re-entry.
Passport almost expired
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expire May 17 next year and I have a travel abroad on November 20th. Is it possible that I can travel?

Answer: The answer depends on the entry requirements of your destination country. Some countries require just valid passports while others require at least 3 or 6 months. Please check your destination's entry requirements to find out if you need to renew your passport.
Help
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I intend to travel on the 10th of December but my passport is valid only for
5 months. I am from Cameroon. what can I do??

Answer: Please contact the embassy of the country you are traveling to to find out if your passport still meets their requirements.
Traveling to Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: I have already booked my travel to Barcelona, Spain for Nov. 13. Two days from now. I just became aware that my passport expires March 08 next year. Looking to be back in the States by Dec 07. What are my options? Will I be able to make my flight? Please advise.

Answer: As long as you can provide proof that you will leave Spain on December 7th, you should be able to enter their country with your current passport. Please contact the airline you are traveling with to confirm travel document requirements.
USA to Colombia
by: Anonymous

Question: Does Colombia have a passport validity rule? I'm traveling from Chicago IL and it expires 03/02 next year.

Answer: Colombia's government only requires that U.S. citizens present passports that are valid upon entry to their country.
Traveling to Bahamas and Jamaica in Dec and returning January 2
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to the Bahamas and Jamaica in Dec and returning January 2. My passport expires March. Do I need to renew before I leave? I see on some websites that they both require a passport to be valid 6 months after travel.

Answer: Based on the State Department's travel site, both The Bahamas and Jamaica only require that your U.S. passports be valid at the time of entry and exit from their country.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Does a U.S. passport expire if you adopt the child and change the birth name.

Answer: If the name is no longer the child's legal name, the passport can no longer be used for travel.
Philippine passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My mom is in Canada and has a Philippine passport and has a 10 yrs tourists visa in U.S.A but the passport will expire in February. She plans to travel to the U.S.A December 10 to January 3. Is she still allowed to travel?

Answer: Yes. Her passport only needs to be valid for the duration of her stay in the United States.
Passport info
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there I’ve been in Albania for some time now and my American passport expires on Jan 24 next year. Do I need to renew my passport or will I be okay to travel? Thanks in advance.

Answer: If you are traveling to the United States, there is no need to renew your passport. It only needs to be valid for boarding a flight to the country. If you are traveling elsewhere, you need to check your destination's entry requirements.
US Citizen to BVI
by: Anonymous

Question: My US Passport expires at the end of April next year. I am travelling to the British Virgin Islands that same month and returning prior to the expiration. Is that a problem?

Answer: It should not be a problem. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to the British Virgin Islands.
Travel to mainland
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I’m a permanent resident of Guam US, and will be traveling to Washington on 12/09 and will be back to Guam 01/02. My passport will expire 03/20 and my green card expires year 2021. Also my stopover is in Korea. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: You need to contact the Korean Embassy for entry requirements specific to passport holders of your home country. But if you're not leaving the airport, this may not be necessary. As for entering mainland USA from Guam, it should not be an issue as long as your passport and green card are valid.
Passport renewal
by: Toni

Question: My daughter is travelling to Barcelona in March however her passport will not have six months left on it when she travels. Do I need to renew it? She is travelling in a large group with school.

Answer: The State Department strongly recommends having at least 6 months validity on passports when traveling to Europe. Based on this recommendation, you need to apply for a new passport for your child if she is still age 15 and below, OR she needs to apply for her new passport if she is already 16 or older.
Travel to Canada
by: RV

Question: How close to the expiration date of my passport can I travel to/from Canada. Thank you!

Answer: You can travel to Canada and get back in the United States as long as your U.S. passport is valid, no minimum validity required.
Permanent Resident Card
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I’m traveling on January 7 and coming back January 12 . Leaving from New York to Orlando Florida and my Permanent Resident Card expires January 27th and I was wondering if it’s okay to go and come back with any issues.

Answer: Permanent residents may travel domestically without issue.
Do I need to renew my daughter's passport?
by: Anonymous

Question: We are leaving for Canada on November 26th 2019, and we will be back to California on December 7th 2019. My daughter's (she's turning 5 years old in November) passport expires on February 25th 2020. Do I need to renew it before we leave?

Answer: There is no need to apply for a new passport for your child.

Canada Entry Requirements
Passport expires
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling from Grenada to the UK in February for 2 months but my passport expires in September. Can I still travel?

Answer: If you have a U.S. passport, you should be able to enter the United Kingdom as long as your passport remains valid for the duration of your stay.
Check passport
by: Sue

Question: Hi. I am traveling to Portugal on 27 Dec and my passport runs out on 2 July. Am I still okay to travel?

Answer: Yes, you are.
Less than 6 months validity of Philippine Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My mom is going to visit me here in the US on Jan 31st until Feb 27. Her Philippine passport expire on June. Does she need to renew her license?

Answer: If you mean does she need to renew her passport, the answer is no. Her passport only needs to be valid for the duration of her stay in the United States.
Can I enter the US if my passport expires in 3 months?
by: Anonymous

Question: My German Passport expires on Feb. 1. I want to travel to New York from the Dom. Republic due to health situation for my wife. Is this possible?

Answer: Yes, your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States.
Do I need to renew?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving the USA to London on Dec 19 then to Paris and back to the USA on Jan 3. My passport expires April 26 2020. Do I need to renew before I go?

Answer: Your passport meets the State Department's 6-month validity recommendation for travel to Europe. There is no need to renew your passport before your trip.
Asking about passport expiration
by: Gina from Philippines

Question: Hi. I'm Gina from the Philippines currently working here in Hong Kong and I'm going to get my vacation this coming November 6, back to Hong Kong November 19. I already booked a flight when I realize my passport will be expired in January 13 2020. Can I fly even though my passport is almost expired?

Answer: Hello, Gina. Unfortunately, we cannot answer your question as we specialize in American passport issuance and American citizen travel. Please contact you embassy regarding your concern.
Pasaporte
by: Johana

Question: I want to travel out of the country but my passport expires in 4 months. Will that be in issue?

Answer: The answer depends on which country you are visiting. Some require six months, other 3 months while others still only require a valid passport. Please check your destination's entry requirements to find out if you have sufficient validity left.
Passport expires soon
by: Selena

Question: I have a Canadian passport that expires Jan 31 next year. I am travelling to California returning Jan 1, will I need to renew my passport prior?

Answer: Please contact the CBP for the most updated requirements for entry into the United States.
Passport
by: Corri

Question: I just realized my passport expires on 11/5 and will be leaving to Niagra Canada 11/1 and return 11/3/19. Can I still travel if my passport is to expire soon?

Answer: Yes, you can still go on your upcoming trip.
Canadian Passport close to expiration date
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there, my wife and I are planning to go Manhattan, New York on November 16th and 17th, but my Canadian Passport will be expired by November 27. Am I still good to go and come back without any problem? Thank you for your help.

Answer: Yes, you should be good to go.
Advice
by: Cris

Question: My husband's passport expires 6th of July and we want to go to US between 31 March to 9 April. Can he enter the US with his Venezuelan passport? He has a US Visa. Thank you!

Answer: Your husband only needs to present a passport that will be valid through the duration of his stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP.
Passports expired
by: Reyna

Question: Hello, I’m traveling on January 7 and coming back January 12 . Leaving from New York to Orlando Florida and my passport expires January 27th and I was wondering if it’s okay to go and come back with any issues.

Answer: Hi, Reyna. You do not need a passport for domestic travel.
Passport validity
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a US permanent resident. I'll travel on December 6- January 18. My Philippine passport will expire on March 30. Can I still go on a vacation in the Philippines and to be able to return in USA without any problems?

Answer: You should be able to re-enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Passport expires in 2 months from the date of travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Greetings! I am a U.S. permanent resident. My Philippine passport will expire on April 21. I am visiting the Philippines on February 20 and returning to the US on March 30. Will I be okay?

Answer: You should be able ti re-enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
India to Bali, Indonesia
by: Anonymous

Question: Passport expires January next year. Can I travel?

Answer: If you carry a U.S. passport, you need to renew it before you travel. U.S. citizens need to present a passport with at least 6 months validity in order to enter Indonesia.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there, my U.S. passport expires in February next year. I plan to go to Indonesia on December 26 and return to the USA on January 16. Is it okay to go to Indonesia and back to the USA?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. Indonesia requires that your passport be valid for at least 6 months upon entry to their country.
4 months valid passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm Janeth Canlas. My passport is valid until February only and my flight date is on 19th of October. We can't rebook our flight. Can I still enter Taiwan?

Answer: If you carry a U.S. passport, you should be able to enter Taiwan as long as it stays valid for the duration of your stay.
Travel to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Jamaica in April next year and passport expires in July. The passport is for a 13-year-old child. Is this okay?

Answer: It should be okay as long as you leave Jamaica before the passport expires.
One month
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I'm Cameroonian living in the USA, going home for Christmas to Cameroon. I travel December 3rd, and passport expires January 5th. I will make a new passport back home. However, I would love to make sure that I can leave the USA with a month passport validity. My embassy told me that I can enter Cameroon but I would love to make sure that I won't keep me from getting on the plane. I only have an hour transit in Belgium.

Answer: If your embassy says you can enter your home country with your current passport, you should be able to. You may contact the airline you are flying with to verify.
3 months passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there! I'm a US permanent resident and my Philippine passport will expire in March next year. I will be travelling to Toronto, Canada end of November and will be returning 1st week of December. Please advise if you think I will have any issues with my passport expiring in 3 months travelling on said dates. Thank you.

Answer: Please contact Canada Border Service Agency for entry requirements specific to Philippine passport holders. As for returning to the United States, you should be able to re-enter the country as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Passport expires
by: Anonymous

Question: Sorry I forgot to mention, I hold an Indian passport. Am I still ok?

Hi, I'm travelling to India from the US on Oct 25 and returning Nov 4th. My passport expires Feb 26th. Do I need to get it renewed before entering the US?

Answer: Please contact the CBP for the latest entry requirements specific to Indian passport holders.
Passport expires
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm travelling to India from the US on Oct 25 and returning Nov 4th. My passport expires Feb 26th. Do I need to get it renewed before entering the US?

Answer: If you have a U.S. passport, you should be able to enter the United States as long as your passport is valid.
Check passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m travelling to Portugal from Aberdeen on the 26th October till 2nd Nov my passport runs out March 20. Is this okay?

Answer: The Department of State recommends that you have at least 6 months on your passport when traveling to Europe. Having said that, Portugal actually only requires at least 3 months on your passport following your date of departure from their country. You will need to present proof of your departure from Portugal in order for your passport to be admissible.
Inquiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a US citizen and planning to travel to the Philippines by end of April of next year and my passport expires in August. Also, planning to visit Singapore while in the Philippines. Do I need to renew my passport to be able to travel? Thanks!

Answer: While you will be able to enter the Philippines as long as your passport is valid, you will need at least 6 months validity in order to enter Singapore. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
Passport expires in 6 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I’m a US citizen staying in India with OCI card. I’m planning to go to the USA in November and return in January. My passport will expire on April 15. Do I have any issues for entry or exit?

Answer: As a U.S. citizen, you may enter and depart the country as long as your U.S. passport is valid.
Help
by: Jemma Short

Question: My son is 9 and is traveling on a British passport from England to Tenerife on 24th December and his passport runs out 17 March. Is this okay?

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Spain for entry requirements specific to British passport holders.
Concerned
by: Vickie

Question: I am a Canadian citizen travelling to US on December 24th until Jan 3rd. My passport expires in Feb. Should I be okay?

Answer: You should be okay.
Need to renew?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US citizen with a US passport expiring July 9 next year. I am a resident of Greece and also hold a valid Greek permanent residence permit, which has several years left until expiry.

I will be traveling round-trip from Greece to USA from December to January. Going back, I’ll be leaving the USA the 9th January but won’t arrive in Greece until the 10th. I’ll be connecting through the UK for a short layover both ways.
My concern is that my US passport will be just short of having 6 months additional validity. Must I renew? Seems like my USA passport is fine for going to the USA, but I’m not sure about the UK/Greece.

Answer: Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the UK. As for Greece, your residence permit should allow you to enter. Please contact the Greek immigration office for confirmation.
Expiring passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am US permanent resident. My Philippines passport will expire in 7/20. Am visiting Philippines on 3/1 and returning to US 3/30.

Answer: You should be able to get back in the United States as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
inquiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm Australian travelling to Canada in April, will be back in June to India. My passport will expire in August 20. Do I need to renew before travelling?

Answer: We specialize in U.S. passport issuance and U.S. citizen travel. Please contact the Canadian Embassy closest to you for entry requirements specific to Australian passport holders.
UK to Australia
by: Brenda

Question: I am going to the U.K. from Australia on a British passport in November. My passport expires March next year. Do I need to renew?

Answer: Since you will be traveling to your own country, there should not be any issues traveling with your current passport. Please contact the airline you are traveling with to confirm.
El Salvador
by: Anonymous

Question: We are in traveling to El Salvador in January and my wife's passport expires in February. Will she be okay?

Answer: Yes, you will be okay. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to El Salvador.
Hello
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Boston November 9 and my passport expires May 5 next year. What is the expiration requirement for Boston?

Answer: There is no validity requirement for domestic travel.
US to Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling from the US to Italy in 3 days. I return Oct 20th but my passport expires in November, do I need to renew before I leave?

Answer: Yes, you need to renew your passport. Italy requires that your passport be valid for at least three months following your departure from their country.

This close to you departure date, you need to either try to walk in at a regional passport agency. Appointments are generally required but if you arrive before the agency opens, you may be able to secure a slot. Your other option is to employ the services of a private passport expediter who can get your application processed in as fast as the same day.
Philippines to Singapore
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expire in February. Can I travel to Singapore.

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Singapore for entry requirements specific to Philippine passport holders.
Canadian traveling to USA
by: hudson

Question: Traveling to the USA Oct 04-11 on a Canadian passport that expires December. Do I need to renew my passport to meet the 6-month requirement?

Answer: Please contact the CBP for the latest requirements for entry to the United States.
Traveling to South Korea
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello,

My passport is expiring in February next year and I need to travel to South Korea this month (October). Will I be okay to travel with my current US passport?

Thank you!

Answer: Yes, you will be okay. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to South Korea.
USA to Grand Cayman
by: Suzanne

Question: I'm traveling to the Grand Cayman. My passport expires in 5 1/2 months from the day I leave the island to return to the US. Is this acceptable?

Answer: Yes, it is. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry into and exit from the Cayman Islands.
Flying to Ireland
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I'm travelling to Ireland in November and my passport runs out the end of January, will this be OK?

Answer: Yes, it should be okay. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
Trip to USA
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my son is going to the USA on 9/10 to 9/20 and his Australian passport expires on 03/20. Will he be accepted to enter USA and on his return accepted back into Australia. He will renew his passport upon return to Australia.

Answer: Australian citizens need only present passports that will be valid for the duration of one's stay in the United States. Your son should be okay traveling using his passport.
Need advice
by: JL

Question: I’m traveling to Germany on October 18 and returning on October 31. My U.S. passport expires January 3,2020. Do I need to expedite for a new passport or would I be able to renew when I return.

Answer: You need to expedite your passport renewal.
Passport Expiring in February
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm planning a trip to France in early December. My passport expires February next year. Am I going to have any issues?

Answer: You most likely will. You need at least 3 months validity on your passport following your planned date of departure from France. Please renew your passport before your trip. If you do it soon, you may not need to request for expedited service.
3 month left on my passport
by: Martin

Question: I am travelling to the Algarve on the 26 October and return on the 02 November. My passport expires on the 8th February next year. I have got 4 months left on my passport. Will it be okay to travel? Can anyone give me any information? Thanks.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for at least 3 months after November 2nd. You should be okay to travel with your current passport. Please contact the airline you are flying with to verify travel requirements.
Traveling
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my kid has Indian passport. We are planning to enter the U.S. and my kid's passport is valid for 4 months. Will it be a problem to enter the US? I have an H1B visa and my kid has an H4 visa.

Answer: Your passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Passport expiring in 5 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to France on October 16th and staying until the 23rd. My passport expires in March of the following year. Will I be OK?

Answer: Yes, you should be okay as long as you can present proof of onward travel. Your passport only needs to be valid for at least three months following your departure from France.
Traveling
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I'm planning to travel to Phuket, Thailand in February next year and my passport is expiring in July. I have a Portuguese passport. Can I still travel to Thailand or does it need to have 6 month validity?

Answer: Please contact the Thai Embassy in the country you are currently located to find out entry requirements specific to Portuguese passport holders.
Traveling to Canada from US
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning on driving to Canada in October for a weekend. My passport expires in December (2 months). Will I be able to enter Canada and return to the U.S.?

I am reading online that there is a necessary 3-month expiration period prior to entry. Is this still true if the passport is still technically not expired during dates of travel to Canada and back into America?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to Canada. You will only need at least 3 months if you are transiting through Canada to Europe.
India trip
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to India next week as a emergency, plan to stay for 4 days. My U.S. passport expires Dec 2019, in less than 3 months. Will they stop me?

Answer: You should not have any issues as long as your visa to India affixed to your current passport is valid.
Traveling with passport expiring in 2 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling with a child from the USA to Ukraine and his passport expires in 2 months. Do I need to renew it before? will I have a problem in Ukraine or going back to the USA?

Answer: There's shouldn't be any issues with you and the child entering Ukraine as long as your U.S. passports are valid at the time of entry and exit.
5 months passport validity
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning to travel to Taiwan on 17 Oct until 23 Oct ( 6 days) as a tourist, but my passport will expire on 20 March next year. I understand that some countries need at least 6 months for the validity of their passport. So will it be a problem I have 5 months validity of my passport? Will the immigration let me through? Thank you very much.

Answer: There should not be a problem. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in their country.
3 months before expiration
by: lordeliza janario

Question: Can i travel round trip? I am here now in Dubai. My Philippine passport will expire on March 10 next year. My travel date is December 22 to January 5.

Answer: We specialize in U.S. passport issuance and American citizen overseas travel. Since you have a foreign passport, we cannot provide reliable answers to your question. Please contact your country's embassy and the UAE's immigration office regarding your concern.
Passport
by: Kathy

Question: I am going to the USA On the 11th of October for the weekend. I am a UK resident, my passport expires in March next year. Will it be okay to travel on it and renew on my return? Thank you.

Answer: Hi, Kathy. If you are a U.S. citizen with a U.S passport living in the UK, you should be able to enter the United States as long as your passport is valid. You can renew at the embassy/consulate when you get back.

If you carry a British passport, you can use it as long as it stays valid for the duration of your stay in the United States.
Passport expiry
by: VIKRAM

Question: I am from India, presently I working in Abu Dhabi UAE. My passport expires on 05th April next year. I planned to go to India on 30th December. Is there any problem.

Answer: We specialize on U.S. passports and U.S. citizen travel so we cannot answer questions regarding Indian passports. I recommend that you contact your country's embassy regarding your concern.
Renewal of Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on March 24 next year. I am travelling to Majorca from October 27. Returning to the UK on 3rd November. Will this be alright?

Answer: If you hold a U.S. passport, you may travel to Mallorca, Spain with your current passport as long as you can provide proof that you are departing their country no later than December 24 this year. If you have a passport other than a U.S. passport, you need to contact the Embassy of Spain for entry requirements.
Egypt
by: Amy

Question: My partner is planning on taking me to Egypt. We are planning on going end of October until the beginning of November. My passport expires on 24th of April next year. Can I travel with it?

Answer: Hi, Amy. You need a passport with at least 6 months validity and a Egypt visa to travel. Your passport still meets the validity requirement so you can still travel with it.
Passport expire in less than 6 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expire on March next year and I'm planning to travel in October and stay for a month. Is there any problem with that?

Answer: The answer depends on where you are going. Please check the entry requirements of your destination to find out if your passport still meets their validity requirements.
Traveling from US to Canada two months before expiration
by: Brian

Question: Can I travel by car to Canada with a U.S. passport that's expiring in two months from the United States? I’m getting a new passport but most likely won’t receive it in time for my trip. Asking this again cause I’m unsure if rules have changed since this thread was last posted.

Answer: You should be able to travel between the United States and Canada as long as your passport is valid.
Germany
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Germany on September 25-October 1. My US passport expires on January 7. Will I be able to use my current passport or do i need to get an expedited renewal?

Answer: You have exactly 3 months and 6 days validity remaining on your passport by your departure from Germany. If you can show proof that you will be exiting Germany on October 1st, you should be able to use your current passport.

I suggest that you contact the airline you are flying with to check travel document requirements.
Philippines
by: Langa

Question: I have my Egyptian passport and I am a Filipino citizen. My passport will expire February 2020 and I have a vacation in the Philippines in October. I'm planning to visit Singapore in November. Should I renew my passport?

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Singapore for entry requirements specific to Egyptian/Philippine passport holders.
Passport expires in less than 6 months
by: Deepak

Question: I want to travel to Thailand on 27th December and will be back on 10th January. My passport will expire on 20th March. Can I travel or do I have to renew my passport?

Answer: The U.S. State Department recommends that you have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport to ease entry into Thailand. It is recommended that you renew your passport before your trip.
Traveling to Japan from the Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Japan on (February 08 and passport expires on 05/20. Can I travel with 3 months left?

Answer: If you hold a U.S. passport, it only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Japan. If not, you need to contact the Embassy of Japan for entry requirements specific to citizens of your home country.
Traveling to the Bahamas from the US
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to the Bahamas on 12/31 to 1/7. Our passports are valid, however they expire in May next year. Do we need to renew our passports or carry any other forms of identification with us? Our travel agent said that our passports needed to be valid for 6 months after our travel dates. I don't see that information to be true anywhere. Please help.

Answer: According to the State Department's fact sheet on The Bahamas, your passports only need to be valid upon entry. Based on this, there is no need to renew your passports before your trip. I suggest you contact the airline you are traveling with to verify validity requirements.
Traveling to South Korea
by: Kay

Question: I’m planning on traveling to South Korea from Guam in late October and return before the end of the month. My U.S. Passport expires in February next year, would I still be able to travel with my current passport?

Answer: You should be able to. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon your entry to South Korea.
Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Greece on October 1 and my passport expires January 20 next year. Can I still travel with 3 months left?

Answer: For entry into Greece, your passport should have at least six months of remaining validity. While Greek law requires three months of passport validity beyond the intended date of your departure, if you are transiting a country that requires six months of validity, you may not be permitted to continue your trip. We recommend that you have at least six months of validity to avoid any travel disruptions.

Having said that, if you have proof that you are leaving Greece before October 20, you may be able to still use your passport. Please contact the airline you are flying with to verify travel requirements.
Is my passport valid?
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Spain this October and my passport runs out March 2020. Will my passport be valid to use with 5 months before expiration?

Answer: Yes, you may use it since you only need at least 3 months on your passport counting from your departure from Spain. Just make sure to have proof of your departure in case questions arise.
ESTA
by: Anonymous

Question: I have an Italian passport which expires April next year. Can i apply for an ESTA and go to America from 2-14 of December?

Answer: You should be able to. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Travel from USA to Philippines back to US
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a Philippine passport and planning to travel to the Philippines in Oct. and coming back to US in Nov. My Philippine passport is expiring in Mar 2020. I have a work and EAD card and parole. Can I travel to the Philippines and comes back to the US?

Answer: Yes, you can. Please contact the CBP for more information regarding re-entry to the United States.
Traveling to New York
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a British passport which runs out on Dec 5th. I travel to NYC in September. Do I need to renew my passport before travel?

Answer: There's no need. Your British passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Information
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I’m traveling to Lebanon on 9/8 and coming back 9/24 and my passport expires on 10/20. Do I need to renew my passport before my trip?

Answer: Lebanon requires that your passport be valid for at least 90 days upon entry. Since your passport does not meet this requirement, you need to renew your passport before your trip.
Israeli passport expires Feb next year
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling this September to the Philippines for about a week but passport will expire February next year. Will I still be allowed entry?

Answer: Please contact the Philippine Embassy in the country you are currently in for entry requirements specific to Israeli passport holders.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Turks and Caicos 8/29-9/2. My passport expires January next year. Will I be okay to travel?

Answer: Yes, you're okay to travel. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Turks and Caicos Islands.
Close to end of 3 month period
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m returning from France on 9/27 and my passport expires on 1/4. Technically, that is more than three months, but it’s very close. Should I be concerned?

Answer: As long as you have proof that you will be leaving France on 9/27, you should have no problem.
Passport requirement to enter U.S.
by: Anonymous

Question: Passport expires Nov. 18 2019 travel date Sept. 25th to Oct.3 2019?

Answer: If you have a U.S. passport, there should be no issues. If you hold a foreign passport, you need to contact the CBP regarding entry to the United States.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a U.S. citizen and my passport expires March 16 next year. I'm traveling from Spain to the US December 23-January 6. Will I need to renew it before I go or can I wait until after I get back? Thank you.

Answer: You may travel to and enter the United States without issue as long as your U.S. passport is valid.
Travel into Germany and out of England
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I'm traveling into Germany and out of London in July 2020. My passport expires October 2020. Is that too close to the 3 month rule? Should I renew?

Answer: The answer depends on the date you are leaving Germany. Count 90 days from your date of departure, if your passport is still valid by that date, you should be okay.
Passport expires in 1 month from date of travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Can you travel from India to USA with my USA passport expiring 1 month from date of travel. I also have a valid India OCI card. What are exit requirements for India regarding passport expiration?

Answer: You need to contact India's immigration office regarding exit requirements. Regarding your entry to the United States, you should have no issues as long as you arrive with a valid passport.
Concerned
by: joe

Question: I am traveling from the United States to Singapore in September. My passport expires in May next year. Will i be okay to travel or do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: You should be okay. Your U.S. passport still meets Singapore's six-month validity requirement.
Travel to Thailand, S.Korea & Japan
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Thailand, Japan & S. Korea from 11/17 to 12/8. My passport expires on May 4 next year. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: South Korea and Japan only requires that your passport be valid upon entry and exit. For Thailand, the State Department recommends at least 6 months on your U.S. passport to ease entry. Because of this, we suggest you renew your passport before your trip. If you apply soon, you should not have to expedite as standard processing takes 6 to 8 weeks.
Travel to Indonesia
by: Bob

Question: Hi, my U.S. passport expires 9/24. I am traveling to Indonesia and Singapore 8/27-9/6. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: The government of Indonesia requires at least 6 months on your passport upon arrival. Singapore requires the same. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
Travel to France
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to France 10/2 for two weeks. My passport expires 3/2 next year. Will I have any issue?

Answer: You should not. Your passport still meets the 3 months post-exit validity requirement by the Schengen area which France is part of.
Travel to Mexico from US
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Mexico 8/29-9/2 and my US passport expires Feb. Am I OK to travel? I'm a bit confused by the 6 month rule.

Answer: You're okay. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and re-entry to the United States.
Traveling to South Korea
by: AnonymousSQ

Question: My brother is traveling to South Korea on 8/30-9/2. His US passport expires in December. Will he be able to travel to South Korea or will he have any issues traveling? Does his passport have to have 6 months validity to go to South Korea?

Answer: He should be okay. Your brother's U.S. passport only needs to be valid at the time of his entry to South Korea.
PASSPORT VALIDITY
by: MARIE-BERNADETTE

Question: URGENT INFORMATION NEEDED. I want a clear & definite answer. My British Passport is valid till Dec.26/2019. I'm going to Spain Oct.16/2019 for 1 month returning on Nov.15/2019.
Do I need to renew my BRITISH passport?
YES or NO?

Answer: We specialize in U.S. citizen travel so it is best that you contact the Embassy of Spain regarding entry requirements specific to British passport holders.
NY to Florida
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling from NY to Florida August 20-25. My passport expires October 31. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: You do not need a passport for domestic travel unless you do not have a Real ID-compliant ID. Your passport should suffice as identification even if it expires soon.
Passport expires in 3 months
by: Lawrence

Question: I am traveling to the Dominican Republic on October 19 and returning on October 22. My passport expires on January 26. Will I be okay to travel?

Answer: Yes, you will be.
Travelling to the Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.S. passport expires on March next year and I am booked to travel December 8 to January 9. Do I need to renew?

Answer: There's no need. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon your arrival to and departure from the Philippines.
Travelling to St. Lucia
by: Anonymous

Question: We have only 5 months on our British passports. Can we still travel?

Answer: Please contact the embassy or consulate of St. Lucia for entry requirements specific to British passport holders.
Is it valid?
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going from USA to Germany on August 16 returning September 2. My U.S. passport expires March 7 next year. Will my US passport be okay for EU entry?

Answer: Yes, it is still valid for travel to Germany and the rest of the Schengen countries. The 6 months validity on passports is a strong recommendation by the U.S. State Department.
Travelling to Croatia
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Croatia in October 13 to 20th. My passport expires early January next year. Do I need to renew?

Answer: Croatia requires that your passport have at least 3 months on your passport to allow entry. If your passport expires after January 20, you should still be able to use it. If not, you need to renew your passport before your trip.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to Tenerife if my passport runs out in December?

Answer: Tenerife, Canary Islands is part of Spain which is party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, you need have have at least 3 months validity remaining on your passport counting from your date of departure from Tenerife. In fact, the State Department recommends 6 months.

Count 3 months from your planned departure from Tenerife, if your passport is still valid by that date, you should be okay.
Passport expires 3 months from my date of travel
by: KC

Question: I’m traveling to Aruba in October and my passport expires January next year. Do I need to renew before my trip?

Answer: Aruba only requires that your passport be valid for the duration of your trip. You may renew your passport after your trip.
Traveling to Florida
by: Anonymous

Question: We are travelling to Florida from New York on 8/18 for 4 days but my son's passport is expiring in 11/25. Do I need to renew his passport if we are traveling within United States.

Answer: Minors do not need to present passports or IDs for domestic travel, only the accompanying adult does.
Travel to Norway with Layover in Amsterdam
by: Casey

Question: Hello,

My wife and I are traveling to Norway on August 23 and return September 3. We have a layover both ways in Amsterdam. Our US passport expires February 21, 2020. Will we be okay or do we need to do the super fast renewal?

If it requires proof of our return travel on September 3, what should we bring along to satisfy that proof?

Answer: Hi, Casey. You should be okay since your passport has more than 3 months beyond your planned date of departure. There is no need to renew but you will need to present proof of onward travel from the Schengen Area on September 3. Your airline tickets should suffice for this purpose.
Traveling to Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires March next year. I am traveling to Italy (Rome, Florence, Venice) November 13 and returning November 26, 2019. This is a four month validity, do I need to renew passport prior to travel?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. As party to the Schengen Agreement, Italy requires that your passport have at least 3 months beyond your departure from their country (Nov. 26). As long as you have proof of your return trip/onward travel, you should be okay.
Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the Philippines with a US Passport expiring in October. Am I allowed to travel?

Answer: Yes, you are.
Passport expires Jan. 2020
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to Rome, Italy in November and Egypt in December if my passport expires January next year? It's a United States passport.

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. Italy requires that you have at least 3 months validity remaining on your passport counting from your planned date of departure from their country. Egypt, on the other hand, requires a visa and a passport with 6 months validity.
Both passports expired
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling with my son this weekend from the U.S. to our country, Nicaragua. My son has dual nationality. His American passport expires December 4th, but his Nicaraguan passport is expired. Can he still travel? Thank you!

Answer: Yes, he can still travel. He may enter and depart Nicaragua on his American passport.
Passport information
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Prague, Budapest, Austria and Germany leaving October 2 and returning October 18. My passport expires February 13 next year. Will my passport be valid for this trip?

Answer: As long as you can present proof of your return flight on October 18, you should be okay to travel with your current passport.
Passport renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: My parents are U.S. citizens & they have U.S. passports but right now they are living in India. They want to come back here but there passports are expiring soon. They are 90 years old. Can they travel to USA without renewals?

Answer: They can re-enter the United States as long as their passports are valid.
Can I travel to Tunisia with French passport left on 3 months to expire?
by: benn

Question: Can I travel to Tunisia with a French passport left only 3 months to expire?

Answer: You need to contact the Tunisian Embassy in the country where you are currently at to find our entry requirements specific to French passport holders.
Travel to US
by: Shabana Hasan

Question: My passport expires in December. Can I travel to the US in October?

Answer: If you hold a U.S. passport, you can enter as long as it is valid. If you have a foreign passport, you need to contact the CBP.
Traveling to the U.S.
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a Guyanese passport and traveling to the U.S. August 16 to August 30. My passport expires November 12. Can I travel on my passport?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States.
Passport almost expired
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling with my niece to Niagara Falls, Canadian side (Ontario). Will be flying into Buffalo, NY and take a cab to Niagara. We plan to go August 19TH -24TH but her passport expires September 4th. Does she have to renew her passport?

Answer: There is no need. U.S. citizens may enter Canada and get back to the United States without issue as long as their passports are valid.
Back to the Philippines
by: Aljoemar

Question: Can I go back to the Philippines even if my passport will expire within 1 month or less?

Answer: If you have a Philippine passport, you should be.
Should I renew?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Dominican Republic on 10/4 and returning to the States 10/25. My passport expiration date is 2/20 next year. Do I need to renew my passport before leaving?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Dominican Republic.
Going to the US with a passport that will expire in less than 6 months but a valid green card
by: Anonymous

Question: My green card is valid but my Iraqi passport will expire in a few days after I re-enter the US from a trip that lasted for 2 months in Egypt. Am I allowed to enter in that case?

Answer: Legal permanent residents may re-enter the United States from temporary overseas travel as long as they arrive with valid passports and green cards.
I’m traveling to UK
by: Daniel

Question: I carry a Malaysian passport with a green card but my passport expires within 6 months. Can I still go to the UK?

Answer: Please contact the British Embassy for entry requirements specific to Malaysian passport holders.
Planning a trip to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm planning a trip to Canada July 26 to 27 and coming back the 27th but my passport is expiring in 3 months. I have a Korean passport but am a permanent resident in the US. Would I have a problem traveling to Canada or when I'm re-entering the US?

Answer: You need to contact the Canada Border Service Agency regarding entry requirements specific to Korean passport holders.

As for returning to the United States, you should have no issues as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Going to Ireland in October
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My friend and I are traveling to Ireland (Dublin) on October 8. We will be staying for about 10 days. Her passport will expire on January 8 next year. Will she be able to enter with that passport? Or does she have to renew it?

Answer: Your U.S. passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
Road trip from Ohio USA to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: My minor's US passport expires on the 10th of September and we intend to drive from Ohio USA to Canada on 22nd of August to return to 25th of August. Do we need to renew her passport before traveling?

Answer: There should not be any issues.
Traveling to US
by: Song

Question: I am Thai and I am planning to travel to the US this August 24th and be back in Japan on August 31. My passport will be expiring on December 10. Am I allowed to enter US without renewing my passport? Thanks.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Traveling to USA
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I’m traveling from Jordan to the USA. I have a valid visa and my Jordanian passport will expire in 2 months. Can I still enter the US?

Answer: You need a passport that is valid for 6 months beyond your planned departure from the United States. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Passport renewal
by: Alex

Question: I'm traveling to Portugal on August 14 and come back September 1. My passport expires October 1, today is July 22.
Do I need to renew my passport before traveling?

Answer: You need to renew your passport. As party to the Schengen Agreement, Portugal requires that your passport have at least 3 months from your date of departure from their country (September 1).
Travelling from UK to south of Ireland
by: Anonymous

Question: I plan to attend a wedding in the south of Ireland on 31st Aug and will return beginning of September (2nd Sept). My passport runs out on 16th September. Am I okay to travel from UK to Ireland in this time frame without renewing my passport first? Thanks.

Answer: If you are using a U.S passport, you should be okay. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay.
Entering in to the U.S.
by: Anonymous

Question: Are you saying as long as you have a valid passport (even it is expiring the next day), you can enter into the US without any issue?

My daughter's passport is expiring in 19 days when we return from trip to Japan. She has Japanese citizenship, so she shouldn't have any problem entering into Japan. My concern is mainly for coming back to the US.

Answer: U.S. citizens may get back in the United States without issue up to 11:59PM of their passport's expiration date.
Traveling to Denmark and Norway
by: Anonymous

Question: Today is July 17. My passport expires Dec 7. Can I travel to Denmark and Norway?

Answer: The answer depends on your planned date of departure from Denmark or Norway. Both countries are party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, they require at least 3 months on your passport counting from your departure from the Schengen area.
Passport expires in December
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from the US to the Bahamas on 09/02 and returning to the US on 09/10. My passport expires in December. Will I have any trouble returning to the US?

Answer: You will not as long as you arrive with a valid passport.
Passport
by: E Plasma

Question: I am hoping to travel to France in September 23 return 13 October. My passport expires 15 December. Will I be okay to travel on my current passport?

Answer: Hello, Miss Plasma. You need a passport that will have at least 3 months counting from October 13. You need to renew your passport before your trip.

My infant's Canadian passport expires 29 Dec
by: Anonymous

Question: I would like to check if my infant (20 months old) can travel. Her Canadian passport expires on 29 Dec. We are traveling 26 Jul to the UK & USA for vacation. Will there be any issue for her to travel. Please advise?

Answer: Unfortunately, we have little to no information on Canadian citizen travel. Please contact the CBP (USA) and the British Embassy in Canada for the latest entry requirements for Canadian passport holders.
Do I need to get an extremely expedited passport renewal?
by: Tomorrowland Traveler

Question: I'm traveling to Germany, Belgium, Portugal, and France July 17 - July 27, 2019. My passport expires Jan 20, 2020 will I need to renew my passport??

Answer: It is recommended but not necessary. Your passport does not meet the 6-month recommendation by the State Department but it still meets the actual 3-month post-exit requirement by the Schengen countries to which your destination countries belong.
Travelling to Japan
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! My passport expires on Jan 2020 and I'm travelling to Japan on July 17-30. Do I need to renew already?

Answer: It's not necessary. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Japan. You may renew your passport after your trip.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I am flying today to the States from Lagos and my passport expires next year January. Should I be bothered because of the 3-6 months valid passport.My visa expires 2021 and I am spending just a week in the States.

Answer: You should be okay. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the U.S. Please contact the CBP to confirm.
Passport expires in November.
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am going to Spain July 22 returning on August 12. My passport expires November 13. Will I be okay to travel?

Answer: Yes, you should be okay since you have exactly 3 months and a day beyond your planned date of departure from Spain. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel/entry requirements.
Passport expires
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Florida from Canada on July 28. My passport expires on Nov 19. Is it good to travel?

Answer: If you are American, you may enter the United States without issue. If you carry a Canadian passport, it is recommended that you contact the CBP to verify the latest entry requirements.
Passport expires in November
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am going to London then flying to Paris and Amsterdam Aug 11-19. My passport expires November 18. Will I be okay to travel to these countries?

Answer: Your current passport falls short of the 3-month post-exit validity rule by the Schengen countries which France and The Netherlands are part of. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
Traveling to Paris
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Paris July 28 and returning to the U.S. August 7. My passport expires Oct 7. Do I need to renew before I leave? Thank you.

Answer: Yes, you need to renew your passport. U.S. citizens need to present passports with at least 3 months validity beyond the bearer's planned date of departure from France.
Traveling to Ecuador
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Ecuador on November 21 but my passport will expire on February 10 next year. Do I have to change my passport or I am okay to go?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. You need to have at least 6 months validity on your passport in order to enter Ecuador.
Traveling to Paris
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Paris on Oct 3rd and on a Greek cruise from Oct 20th to Oct 27th then coming back from Venice on Oct 31st. My passport expires on July 9th 2020. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: You do not need to renew your passport. It still meets the 3-month post-exit validity requirement of Schengen countries.
Renewing passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Germany in December and my passport runs out on 23 February. Will I still be able to travel on this passport?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. Germany requires that your passport be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from their country.
Transit with less than 3 months on passport
by: Sir

Question: I am going to leave the U.S. and I don't have time to renew my passport. It has just 2.5 months of validity. I have a connection in Doha airport (7 hours), which does not require a transit visa and my final destination is IRAN. Should I renew my passport before travel?

Thanks
SIR

Answer: Hello, Sir. You need to renew your passport before your trip. While you do not need a visa to transit in Qatar, you need at least 6 months validity on your U.S. passport to enter Iran.
Passport expires February next year
by: Anonymous

Question: So after looking at the country list, this is the sentence I see most often:

Travelers must have a passport with at least three months of validity (6 months recommended) beyond their period of stay.

So what is it 3 months or 6 months?

Answer: It depends on your destination.
Passport expires February 2020
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving the U.S.A and going to Barcelona August 14. Going on a 5-day cruise from there. On 8/21 flying to Amsterdam from Barcelona. On 8/24 flying back to U.S.A. from Amsterdam. passport expires in February 2020 almost exactly 6 months. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport. It only needs to be valid for 3 months beyond your departure from the Schengen area to which Spain and The Netherlands belong.
Monaco
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm trying to visit Monaco on July 22nd. My passport expires November 30th. Will this be an issue?

Answer: It should not be an issue. Your passport only needs to be valid for 3 months counting from your departure from their country in order to enter Monaco through France.
Travel domestic
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I have an Indian passport and is about to expire in Dec 19. Can I travel to Chicago from Atlanta? I have a valid US Visa till 2020.

Answer: You should be able to use your passport as ID for domestic travel.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: We're going to Portugal in 5 hours. We just have noticed that our 8 years old child's passport will be expired in October 1st.( today is July 3rd).

My passport and my husband passport is fine. Is it gonna be a problem?

Answer: Unfortunately, it will be a problem. U.S. citizens need to present passports that will be valid for at least 3 months counting from your planned departure from Portugal or any of the Schengen countries.
Passport expires in 5 months
by: kumu

Question: I have a Sri Lanka passport with green card. I have a visit visa to Italy from July 17-29 but my passport expires on December 21. I have bought air tickets from Norwegian airline.
Will I face any problem with airliner at the point of entry?

Answer: Please contact the airline for entry requirements specific to Sri Lankan passport holders.
Travel to India
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my daughter is 7 years old and we are planning to travel to India on 7/14 and return on 7/30. Her US passport is expiring on 9/19. She has a valid Indian visa for 10 years. Can she travel? Will there be any issue as there’s no 6 month validity on her passport?

Answer: She can travel since she already has a valid Indian visa.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Coco Cay, San Juan, St Thomas, & Tortola in the Eastern Caribbean on July 13-21st. My passport expires on July 28th. Do I need to renew?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. Please contact the airline/cruise line to confirm travel requirements.
Passport Expires
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport just expired and I am going to Portland from Los Angeles, can I?

Answer: A passport is not required for domestic travel.
South Africa
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to South Africa and will return at the beginning of August. My passport expires at the end of December. Will this be a problem as it's not in the 6th month range?

Answer: You should be okay. Your passport only needs to be valid for 30 days in order to enter South Africa.
Travel to Thailand
by: Tushar

Question: Can I travel to Thailand this year, my passport is expiring in January 2020??
Thanks.

Answer: The State Department recommends having 6 months on your passport to ease entry into Thailand. Please contact the airline you are traveling with to confirm entry requirements.
Portugal travel
by: Karen

Question: I am traveling to Portgal September 2 to 12. My passport expires February 15 next year -- five months after my trip. Will I be okay to go?

Answer: Yes, you will be okay. You only need 3 months beyond September 12th to enter Portugal and the rest of the Schengen countries.
Travel to Point Roberts from Vancouver
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in October, am I still able to travel to Point Roberts and stay for one night in July before renewing my passport?

Answer: If you hold a Canadian passport, please contact the CBP for the latest entry requirements. If you have a U.S. passport, you may enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Traveling to Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: I am currently living and working in Germany. My Visa will expire on October 30 and I have a vacation in Greece on July 2 to July 6. According here at least 3 months validity, so I think I will not have any problems?

Answer: If you are U.S. citizen and your passport has at least 3 months counting from July 6, you may travel to Greece without issue.
Soon to expire passport for dual citizen
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a round trip from Ireland to USA on July 1 to August 4 with my son who is a dual (US/Irish) citizen. His U.S. passport expires in October, while his Irish passport is expired. Will I need to renew his passports before the trip?

Answer: Your son may travel to the United States with his U.S. passport. Please contact the Irish authorities to find out if he needs to enter Ireland with a valid Irish passport or if his U.S. passport will suffice.
Travel to Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: Both of my children’s passports expire on Oct 16. We bought airline tickets for Jun 22-Jul 28. Airline did not let them in for they are not within the 3-month deadline BUT have a valid return to the US ticket (Jul 28). Airline won’t refund our money back. Is there some way to contest this?

Answer: As party to the Schengen Agreement, Greece requires that U.S. citizens present passports that will be valid for at least 6 months counting from the bearer's date of departure from their country. If your planned exit from Greece is July 28, their passports should be valid until October 28. Your children's passports fall 12 days short of this requirement.
Expired in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m travelling between NZ and Australia with a NZ passport that expires in 3 months. Will I be okay?

Answer: Hello, we do not have information regarding NZ passports; we specialize in U.S. passport issuance and U.S. citizen travel. Please contact the Australian immigration office regarding your concern.
To El Salvador
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going from Newark, NJ to El Salvador June 28 and coming back July 20. My passport expires September. Will I be okay?

Answer: Yes, you will be okay. Your passport only needs to be valid upon your entry to El Salvador.
To renew passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in November. Can I travel to Vancouver, Canada in August without renewing my passport?

Answer: Yes, you can.
US visa in a Ghanaian passport that expires in 4months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I renewed my passport but unfortunately it didn’t get to me early so I had to use my old passport to acquire a USA visa which I had. Can I travel to US with it or I should I attach the visa to my new passport?

Answer: Please contact the CBP regarding entry to the United States.
USA to Spain, Germany, France
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter is flying out of Minneapolis to Madrid on June 22 and her passport expires October 19. Is her passport going to be valid? Are you completely sure of your answer?

Answer: The State Department recommends having at least 6 months validity remaining on U.S. passports when traveling to Europe. Having said that, only 3 months is required by countries party to the Schengen Agreement. France, Germany and Spain are party to this agreement. The 3 months is counted from the bearer's intended date of departure from any country in the Schengen area. As long as your son can present proof of onward travel/return ticket to the United States, he should be able to travel with his current passport.

Please note that airlines may have different requirements from what the State Department has published, please contact them for confirmation.
Travel to London
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling from the U.S. to London from July 16-20 and passport expires December. Is it still valid?

Answer: Yes, it is.
England, France, Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: I would like to travel in August to London, Paris and Barcelona for approximately 10-15 days from the U.S. I'm planning to return at least by August 20, 2019. My Passport expires Jan 10, 2020, will I have any issues, do I need to renew prior to my planned trip? Please advise
Thank you.

Answer: You should be able to travel with your current passport. While the State Department recommends at least 6 months on your passport when traveling to Europe, the UK only actually requires your passport to be valid for the duration of your trip. France and Spain requires at least 3 months counting from your date of departure from the Schengen area which they are a part of.
Travel to Lisbon
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Portugal, leaving July 13 and returning July 20. My U.S. passport expires on November 26. Do I need to renew before I go?

Answer: Since Portugal is party to the Schengen Agreement, you need at least 3 months from your planned date of departure in order to gain entry. Your passport still meets this requirement although the State Department recommends at least 6 months validity when traveling to Europe.

There is no need to renew your passport before your trip but I recommend calling the airline to confirm travel requirements.
Traveling to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: My current U.S. passport expires in October. Does Canada permit entry if the expiration is under 6 months?

Answer: Yes, you may enter Canada as long as your passport is valid.
Passport expires in September
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am a LPR of US with a Venezuelan passport that is about to expire at the end of September.

I want to visit Canada on July 28 for a week, and coming back to the US on August 3rd. Will I be to travel with my Venezuelan passport that is expiring in September and then return back to the U.S?

Answer: You should be able to. Please contact the CBP and Canada Border Service Agency for confirmation.
Traveling July 5 -10
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to NYC July 5-10. Passport expires January 19 next year. Can I travel?

Answer: The answer depends on what country issued your passport. If you have a U.S. passport, you may enter the United States without issue as long as it is valid when you arrive.
Passport expires in less than 3 months from travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My family is planning travel to Mexico the first week of July. We are staying for 1 week only. My children's passports expire on August 26th. I would prefer not to pay for the expedited renewal since it's a lot more money than the standard if not necessary.

Answer: You may travel to Mexico and get back in the United States as long as your passports are valid.
New Zealand Passport expiry
by: Darryl

Question: Hi, my New Zealand Passport expires in October. I’m travelling to Hawaii for 2 weeks in June. Is my passport still valid for this holiday? My ESTA expires in October as well.

Answer: You may use your current passport. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Hawaii.
Nicaragua
by: Anonymous

Question: My son's passport is expiring in January next year. We are traveling to Nicaragua this July. Would he be able to enter Nicaragua and re-enter United States with his passport that will expire 5 months from the day we travel?

Answer: Your son should be okay. U.S. citizens need only present passports that will be valid for the duration of their stay in Nicaragua.
Inquiries
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a permanent resident of Canada and I have a US visa that will expire in the year 2025. I'm holding a Philippine passport. I'm going to New York this June 14 and coming back on June 16th. I just noticed that my passport will expire on September 20.

Am I going to be okay to enter US with less than 6 months passport validity? I renewed my passport last May and will get the new one in July 22. Any help with this matter will be highly appreciated. Thanks.

Answer: Please contact the CBP about entry to the United States.
Re-entry to the U.S.
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to be traveling from Prague back to NY but on the way home I have a connecting flight in Russia. I will not be leaving the airport while there and date of arrival back to the U.S. is July 1st. My U.S. passport expires on September 30th. Will I be okay to re-enter the U.S?

Answer: You should have no issued re-entering the United States as long as your passport is valid upon arrival.
My sister
by: Anonymous

Question: My sister's passport will expire in August and she need to go the UAE. Does she need to renew her passport?

Answer: Your sister needs to renew her passport before her trip. The UAE requires at least 6 months on a U.S. passport upon try to their country.
England
by: Beth Ann

Question: I am a U.S. citizen who plans to visit England from July 30 to August 30. My passport expires 12 January. Do I need to renew it before my trip?

Answer: There is no need. Your passport just needs to be valid for the duration of your stay.
Travel to the Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: Going to the Bahamas June 29th and my passport in expiring in September. Will I be able to travel or do I need to get it renewed quickly?

Answer: You should be able to travel using your current passport.
Trip to Cananda for a Wedding
by: Canada Trip

Question: We have a wedding in Canada in September. My passport expires in November. Do I need to get a new passport or will it be okay?

Answer: It will be okay.
Turks and Caicos
by: Anonymous

Question: My husband's passport expires on 12/7. We are flying to Turks and Caicos 6/13 to 6/18. I just learned of the 6 month validity rule for some countries. It looks like Turks and Caicos does not follow this guideline so we should be okay, correct? a

Answer: Yes, you should be okay.
London and Paris
by: Maria de paznonymous

Question: I will travel from September 9 to September 19 to London and Paris. My passport will expire on December 4. Should I renew my passport before the trip to Europe?

Answer: Yes, you need to
renew your passport before your trip.
Turks and Caicos
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! My husband’s passport expires on 12/7. We are flying to Turks and Caicos 6/13 to 6/18, making his passport validity just a few days short of 6 months. Because Turks and Caicos does not have a 6 month validity rule, we shouldn’t have any problems, correct?

Answer: You are right. Your U.S. passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Passport will expire soon
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving from Jamaica to the US. My passport expires on Sept 29, 2019, I am traveling on July 1, 2019. Do I need to renew it before I leave?

Answer: If you are a U.S. citizen, your U.S. passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to the United States. If you carry a Jamaican passport, it needs to be valid for the duration of your stay.
Travel to France
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to France from July 6 to August 3. My passport expires November 4. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport since it will have exactly 3 months and 1 day validity beyond your planned date of departure from France.
Going to Amsterdam
by: Anonymous

Question: Going away the end of June but my passport expires on the 21st of July. Can l use it.

Answer: You cannot. The Netherlands requires at least 3 months validity remaining on your passport counting from your date of departure from their country. You need to renew your passport before you go.
Husband’s Passport Expires Nov 2019
by: Aycee

Question: Does my husband needs to renew his passport? It expires on November 2019. We will be travelling on June 7 and be back by July 5th.
Would it cause any problem? Thanks.

Answer: Hi, Aycee. The answer depends on the entry requirements of the country you plan on visiting. Most countries now require six months. Please check the validity requirement and base your action from there.
Going on a cruise
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going on a cruise to the Western Caribbean, which includes port call at Cozumel Mexico and Grand Cayman. The travel date is 6/15/19 and my passport expires 8/10/2019. Do I need to expedite a passport renewal? Or is it okay since this is a cruise leaving Tampa, FL and I am a U.S. Citizen?

Answer: You should be okay. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Mexico and the Cayman Islands.
Canaries
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to the Gran Canaria on 2nd November. My passport expires 31st March next year. Am I okay to travel?

Answer: Since the Canary Islands is a part of Spain, entry requirements are the same as that of the mainland. Your U.S. passport needs to be valid for at least 3 months counting from your date of exit from Gran Canaria. Check your passport if it has at least 3 months. If it does, you should be okay.
Passport issues
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Cyprus in September. My passport runs out in February. Will this be okay?

Answer: Yes, it is okay.
US Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a U.S. passport that will expire on Oct 2019 but I will be travelling to Utah June 30-Aug 7. I will be departing from the Philippines. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: There is no need to renew. You may enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Do I have enough time to travel?
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling from the U.S. to England, then France, and Italy. I depart on June 7 and returning June 22. But my passport expires on August 20, 2019. Will I have any trouble traveling, or do I need to apply for a expedited passport?

Answer: You need at least 3 months beyond June 22 to enter France and Italy. You need to apply for expedited renewal.
Travel to Berlin and Paris
by: Anonymous

Question: My Passport expires 26 November and I'm traveling to Paris and Berlin on June 12th. Will I be authorized to travel with it being 5 months away?

Answer: Yes, you should be okay to travel as long as your passport has at least 3 months counting from your date of departure from France or Germany. Please make sure to bring proof of onward travel.
American passport expires in Oct. 2019
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter's American passport expires Oct. 2019. She is traveling to Central America in June and will be coming back before her passport expires will she have a problem traveling? Thank you!

Answer: She should not have any issues getting back in the United States as long as she arrives with a valid U.S. passport.
Expired passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport runs out on the 27th of December. I am going away on the 6th to the 10th of July to Austria. Do I need to renew now?

Answer: While the State Department recommends having 6 months validity remaining on your passport, you may enter Austria with just 3 months on your passport as long as you can provide proof of onward travel.
Traveling to Ireland
by: Anonymous

Question: We will be traveling to Ireland in August and my passport expires in October. Will I be okay to renew when I get back?

Answer: Yes, you can renew your passport when you get back. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm taking my grand kids to the Philippines from Australia at end of September for 14 days. Their passports expire 8 of January 2020.

Answer: Please contact the Philippine Embassy closest to you for entry requirements specific to Australian passport holders.
Passport Expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Malaysia in August 1 and my passport expires in March 5 next year. Will there be a problem? Thanks.

Answer: There should be no problem since your passport will have a little over 6 months validity when you arrive in Malaysia.
Expired passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the Bahamas in May. Passport expired in April. I am staying for 3 days. Can I travel on this passport?

Answer: No, you cannot. You need a valid passport to travel overseas.
Travel to South Korea
by: Anonymous

Question: Is it okay to travel to South Korea on a U.S. passport with less than 6 months until expiration? I am departing May 16 and returning August 05. My passport expires November 11.

Answer: Yes, you can. Your passport only needs to be valid upon your arrival in South Korea.
I’m traveling to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: Going to Jamaica for 5 days tomorrow and my passport expires in August of this year. Will I have a problem traveling?

Answer: No. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Jamaica.
Expires in three months
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Jamaica in May. Passport expires in August. Am I able to travel from the United States to Jamaica?

Answer: Yes, you can.
Tourist visa expiring
by: Mathew

Question: I have a U.S passport and a 5-year multiple entry tourist visa in it. My visa will expire on December 6 this year. I am going to India on second week of June and coming back on end of June. So my Indian Visa doesn't meet 6 month validity. Does India need 6 month validity on visa? Is there any issue to enter in India with this situation.

Answer: Please contact the Indian Embassy or Consulate regarding your concern.
U.S. Citizen to Greece
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Greece on June 8th and I just realized my U.S. passport expires on October 21st. Will this be okay?

Answer: While 6 months is recommended, you may enter Greece with at least 3 months validity remaining on your passport counting from your date of departure from their country. You should be good to go as long as you can provide proof of onward travel.
Passport Expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I am a South African citizen who plans on visiting the US - Hawaii & LA for 2 weeks in August. My visa expires in 2024. My passport expires in December. Is my passport required to have 6 months validity after my return to SA? Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for confirmation.
Honduras
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to the Bay islands in Honduras and passport expires December, coming back is July 7th. Am I able to use my passport?

Answer: Honduras requires that you have at least 6 months validity on your passport. Please check your passport if it will have 6 months from your date of entry to Honduras. If it has less, you need to renew your passport before you travel.
US Citizen to Toronto CANADA
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Toronto on June 1st and my U.S. Passport expires September 19. Can I travel to Canada?

Answer: Yes, you can.
Travel to the Dominican Republic
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a citizen of the Dominican Republic and a Dominican passport holder. I will travel to the country on 8/6 coming back on 8/23 but my passport expires on 9/21. Will I be OK?

Answer: You should not have issues going back to your home country. If you are concerned about getting back in the United States, there should be no issues as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card/U.S. visa.
Passport expires in 5 months for minor
by: Anonymous

Question: My son (minor - US citizen) has 5 months validity on his US Passport. We are planning a trip to Canada in June. Can we travel with my son to and from the U.S. to Canada in June with 5 months validity on the minor's passport?

Answer: Yes, you can.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a Italian passport and is about to expire in July. I live in the U.S. and I have my valid green card. I plan to travel to Italy in 10 days. Is everything going to be fine?

Answer: Yes, everything should be fine as long as you arrive back in the United States with a valid passport and green card.
Domestic travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Can we travel within the United States in May with a U.S passport that expires in July?

Answer: Yes, you may use your U.S. passports as identification for domestic travel.
Philippine passport expiring soon
by: RS

Question: Hi there. I am a Philippine passport holder with a U.S. visa. I am planning to go to the U.S. on May 21, just a day trip by bus my passport is expiring on July 17.

Answer: It should be okay.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: My granddaughter is 17. She flies out to the USA tomorrow but just found out that her passport expires in 3 months. She's from the UK.

Answer: Her British passport only needs to be valid for the duration of her stay in the United States. There shouldn't be any issues.
Renewal?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from Miami to Jamaica on May 16-20 and my passport expires in August. Will I be able to re-enter the US?

Answer: You should be able to re-enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Passport Validity
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a U.S. citizen with a passport that expires on August 19. Will I be valid to visit Montreal on May 24-29?

Answer: Yes, you will. U.S. citizens may travel back and forth between the U.S. and Canada as long as their U.S. passports are valid.
Passport Entry
by: Anonymous

Question: We are Canadian citizens with Canadian passports. Myself, my husband and my daughter are traveling to Punta Cana, DR from May 24-31. Our passports expire on June 19. Will we be granted entry to the DR??

Answer: We are not familiar with travel requirements for Canadian passport holders. Please contact the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in Canada for the information you need.
Travel to Croatia and Russia
by: Anonymo

Question: I am a citizen of the United States and my passport expires on October 19. I am planing to go to Croatia and Russia in July. Can I use my passport or should I renew?

Answer: You need at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport in order to enter https://www.us-passport-service-guide.com/russia-entry-requirements.html. Meanwhile, Croatia requires at least 3 months beyond your planned date of departure. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
Travel to India
by: Raj

Question: I'm traveling on a U.S. passport on 14 October returning 20 November and my 10 years Indian visa and U.S. passport both expire in April. Can I travel to India? Or should I renew my passport before I travel?

Answer: You should be okay since both passport and visa are valid. Please contact the Indian Embassy or Consulate for more information.
5 months valid passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Good day! I’m in Japan and I will go to the Philippines in August to visit my family. I will travel in August but my Philippine passport will expire in January 2020. Is it okay to travel to the Philippines with 5 months validity on my passport?

Answer: We are not familiar with Philippine passport holders' travel requirements but see no reason why you cannot enter your home country with your passport.
Validity of passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Greetings!!

I just wanted to ask if I can still travel in June if my passport will expire at September. Going to Philippines.


Thank you 🙏🏻

Answer: Yes, you can. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to the Philippines.
Cuba
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expire on Oct 6. I am travelling on May 13 to Cuba on a cruise embarking from Miami. Do I need to renew?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Cuba.
Travel with Soon-to-Expire Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a U.S. green card holder and it is valid for another 9 years. My Indian passport will expire on 08/03. I am planning to go to India on 05/22 and will be back on 06/07. Will this be OK? Thanks.

Answer: Yes, it will be okay.
Minor traveling to Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: Our family is traveling to the Bahamas in July. My 10 year old son's passport expires 19 October. Will he be OK to fly and re-enter the US? Thanks!

Answer: Yes, he will be okay.
Flying to Bulgaria
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. We fly to Bulgaria on the 30th of August and his passport runs out 31 January next year. Will we be able use his passport?

Answer: Yes, you should be. U.S. passports only need at least 3 months validity remaining counting from the bearer's date of departure from Bulgaria.
British passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m travelling to New York for a 4-day city break staying at a hotel in Times Square February 2020 and passport expires May 2020 so have two months left on passport after my trip. Will this be a problem? This is my third trip to New York (I go for my birthday every year) so I will be on returning esta which is my esta stamped in it.

Answer: There should not be an issue.
Travel to the Philippines, layover in China
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I am planning to visit the Philippines on May 31 from Canada to China where I will stat for 16 hours. My passport is valid until November 2019. I'll be back in Canada on July 1. I know China requires at least 6 months validity. Will it be a problem even I won't go out of the airport? I will just be staying in the airport for the lay over time back and forth.

Answer: There should not be an issue.
Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Canada in 2 weeks and my passport expires in June, will there be a problem? Do I need to renew it? I don’t have time.

Answer: There should not be any problems as long as your passport is valid.
Traveling from Canada to US
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. My daughter is traveling from Canada to the U.S. Her Canadian passport is expiring in 2 months but she has a valid green card and a valid re entry visa. Should I be worried?

Answer: There shouldn't be a problem as long as she arrives with a valid passport and green card.
Expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expired a one month ago. I am out of the country. Will there be a problem when I enter the U.S? I have a U.S. passport.

Answer: A valid passport is required to re-enter the United States. You need to renew your passport at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate located in the country you are currently in.
Traveling to UK, France and Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm going to the UK on the 21st of July, then to France and Rome back to the U.S. The duration of my stay is 2 weeks. I’ll be flying back Aug. 4. My U.S passport will expire March 29 next year. Will I have a problem or should I renew ASAP? Thank you.

Answer: You should be okay.
Indian passport
by: Elizabeth

Question: I have an Indian passport which will expire in December this year. My green card will expire in 2021. I am going to India this July and coming back to USA on same month. Is there any issue while entering into India and when coming back to USA?

Answer: You should be able to re-enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Ohio to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I/m driving to Canada on May 10. I have a U.S. green card but my Philippine passport expires in September. Will I still be able to travel to Canada?

Answer: You should be. Please contact the Canada Border Service Agency for more information.
India
by: Anonymous

Question: Can you travel to India if you still have 3 months before your passport expires?

Answer: Yes, you can travel to India as long as you also have an India visa.
Dubai
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am travelling to Dubai end of November and my passport expires in Feb. Do I need to renew my passport before I travel?

Answer: Yes, you need to renew your passport before your trip. The UAE requires at least 6 months validity on U.S. passports upon entry to their country.
Using single in marital status on US visa application
by: Anonymous

Question: Applied with marital status of "single" in previous application of US tourist visa and was denied. I'll be applying again on June. Is it okay to select single in my marital status on my application and also my passport is with my single name. My annulment is still on process as of now.

Answer: We have very limited information on U.S. visa applications. Please contact the National Visa Center for answers to your questions.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I travel in August and my passport expires in November, can I go?

Answer: The answer depends on the entry requirements of your destination country.
Traveling to Canada
by: Oh Canada

Question: I'm driving to Canada for the weekend and my passport will expire in 4 months. Should I be worried?

Answer: There is no need to worry. You may travel to Canada and back as long as your passport is valid.
Korea
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I’m traveling to Korea on April 18th and I get back on April 23rd. I’m traveling from Guam. But my passport expires on August. Will I still be able to travel?

Answer: Yes. Your passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to South Korea.
Traveling to the Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: My 10-year-old son will be traveling to the Philippines in June but his passport expires in October. Will I need to renew his passport before then?

Answer: There is no need. U.S. citizens need only present a valid passport upon entry to the Philippines.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm planning to travel to the Philippines on April 16th and will be staying there for 3 months. My passport will expire on June 2 but my plan is to renew my passport in the Philippines as soon as I get there.. Would there be any issue?

Answer: There should not be any issues.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello I am traveling to Haiti on May 1st and I will be returning May 12th. My passport expires July 19th of this year. Will I still be able to travel without renewing it ?

Answer: Haiti requires that U.S. passports have at least 6 months validity. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
U.S. to Bahamas
by: purezhun

Question: I am traveling from the U.S. to the Bahamas May 25-June 2. My passport expires June 9. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport to enter The Bahamas. However, you need to make sure to renew while in the Bahamas if you plan on staying beyond your passport's expiration date.
Traveling to the Bahamas
by: purezhun

Question: I am traveling to The Bahamas May 25-June 2, my passport expires June 19th.

Will I be able to return? The Bahamas description does not say anything about passport being active after arrival.

Answer: Yes, you may travel to The Bahamas and back to the United States as long as your U.S. passport is valid.
Going to California USA
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a permanent resident of Canada (PR) holding a Philippine passport that will expire in June 2019. Can I still travel to California USA for 10 days stay on May 2019? Thank you.

Answer: Please contact the CBP about entry to the United States.
Travel to India
by: US2India

Question: Can my son travel to India from the USA if his passport expires within 2 months of return? Travel dates are 15 May till 19 July. U.S. passport expires on 14 August. Please advise. Also let me know, if passport renewal is a good option.

Answer: Your son may travel to India with his current passport as long as he already has a visa.

A child's passport cannot be renewed. You need to submit a new application in order to obtain a new one for your son. You may do this when you get back from your trip.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there. We travel to cap Salou in Spain in September and my kids passports run out January next year. Will we be okay or do I need to renew them?

Answer: You will be okay. U.S. passports only need to be valid for at least 3 months beyond one's departure from Spain or any of the Schengen countries.
Going to Korea
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I’m planning to go to Korea on May 2 until May 6 but my U.S. passport will expire in July. Can I still go there even if it’s almost expired?

Answer: Yes, you can still go. Your passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to South Korea.
U.S. passport renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, good day. My friend's U.S. passport will expire this month. Will he be able to renew his passport if he still has unpaid child support debt?

Answer: If the arrears are over $2500, his passport renewal application will be denied. He needs to contact the State Child Support Enforcement Agency handling his case about making payment arrangements and having his name taken off the denial list.
Philippine passport holder with US tourist visa visiting Paris
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, good day! Can a Philippine passport holder with a U.S. tourist visa enter and visit Paris? Thank you!

Answer: Hello. Your U.S. tourist visa can only be used for travel to the United States. You need to contact the Embassy of France regarding entry requirements for Philippine passport holders.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My granddaughter and I will go to Hong Kong and Macau on April 15-18. She's 13 years old and her passport will expire on October 2. Can she still go with me?

Answer: Yes, she can. U.S. citizens need only present passports that will be valid for a month from their intended date of departure from Hong Kong and Macau.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.S. passport expires May 19 and intend to travel to the U.S. May 4. Should this be any issue?

Answer: It will not. You may enter the United States without issue as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Mexico entry requirements
by: Popocatepetl

Question: I am traveling to Mexico from May 10th to May 21st. My U.S. passport expires on August 4th. Do I need to renew my passport before my trip?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. You may travel to Mexico and back without issues as long as your passport is valid.
Passport expires
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Thailand and Laos on April 2nd to April 21st and I just realized that my passport is expiring on May 1st. Can I still travel?

Answer: You need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip. Both Laos and Thailand require that you have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport to allow entry.

Since you have only a few days before your departure, you need to apply in person at a regional passport agency or apply through a private passport expediter. Regional agencies process applications in 1 to 8 business days while private expediters can get your passport in as fast as the same day.
Travel to st marteen
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to St. Marteen on May 25 to June 8. My passport expires in August. Will there be a problem?

Answer: There should not be any issues. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Sint Maarten.
International travel with Philippine passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel April 28 to May 20 from the U.S. to the Philippines if my Philippine passport expires on September? Or is there going to be a problem especially on going back to U.S?

Answer: There shouldn't be any issues with you entering your home country. With regard to re-entry to the U.S, you should not have any problem as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card or U.S. visa.
Traveling to Ireland and Scotland
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires June 24. I’m traveling to Ireland and Scotland May 16 to May 29. Should I renew my passport? Thank you.

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. It only needs to be valid for at least the duration of your stay in Ireland and Scotland.
US permanent residence
by: Anonymous

Question: I want to travel to the Philippines on April 25 return June 11 to the U.S. My passport will expire in October. Do I need to renew before I return to the U.S?

Answer: You may renew your Philippine passport before your return but it is not necessary. You should be able to re-enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Travel to China
by: Anonymous

Question: We will be traveling to China on May 15. My passport will expire on July 15. Is this okay?

Answer: Your passport needs to be valid for at least six months in order to enter China. You need to renew your passport before your trip. If you apply soon, you should not need to expedite and still get it in time for your trip.
Canada trip
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to Canada in April and my U.S. passport expires in May. Can I still travel?

Answer: Yes, you can.
Passport expires in 3 months from travel date
by: Anonymous

Question: I want to travel to Guatemala in July and August but my passport expires in October. Is it okay if I travel in those months or can I just go in July?

Answer: Guatemala requires that your passport be valid for at least 6 months upon your entry date. Since you only have 3 months, you need to renew your passport before your trip.
My passport will expire in 4 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am a U.S. citizen traveling to the Philippines on April 14 and coming back on May 10. My passport will expire in August 31. I am running out of town to renew it. Is it okay for me to travel or do I have to renew?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Philippines.
Travel to Canada from the U.S.
by: Anonymous

Question: I planned a trip to Canada on April 22-April 26 and my U.S. passport will expire on September 2. Please advise if I can still travel to Canada with my current passport. Thanks.

Answer: You may still travel to Canada as long as your passport is valid.
France and Spain trip- need renewal for passport?
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm leaving the U.S. on 4/2 to France and landing on 4/3 then going from France to Spain on 4/8 and coming back to the U.S. ON 4/12/19. My passport expires 7/2. Will I be okay or do I need to renew? Thanks.

Answer: You need to renew your passport. In order to France and Spain, you need to have at least 3 months validity remaining beyond your departure from the Schengen area (April 12th).
Passport expires end of the year
by: Alena

Question: I am planning to travel to Israel on September 22. My passport will expire December 22. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: It is not necessary to renew your passport. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Israel.
U.S. citizen living in Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a U.S. citizen living in Canada, traveling to the U.S. in April and my passport expires July. Will I have any issues - I also have a valid permanent resident card for living in Canada.

Answer: You should not have any issues.
US travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My family will be going to the U.S. tomorrow from Canada. My sons Canadian passport expires in July. Will we be okay?

Answer: You should be okay. Please contact the CBP for more information.
Taking a carnival cruise
by: Anonymous

Question: Our family is taking a Carnival Cruise out of Miami into Grand Turk, Dominican Republic, Curaçao and Aruba on May 18 and coming back on May 26. My daughter’s passport expires in September will she be okay or do we need to renew before we travel?

Answer: Your daughter may enter your destination countries without issues using her current passport. U.S. passports only need to be valid in order for the bearer to enter Turks and Caicos Islands, the Dominican Republic, Curaçao and Aruba.
I travel in 2 days !!
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I have a 5 year old daughter (US citizen) and we leave for London on Wednesday 3/20. We also have a trip planned to France on 3/25. I just realized her passport expires on 6/15. I’m in panic mode. Do I need to attempt a same day passport. Thanks!

Answer: Your daughter should not have issues entering London but she may not be allowed entry to France because the country requires at least 3 months beyond the bearer's intended date of departure. You need to apply for your child's new passport ASAP if you want to push through with the trip to France.
Return to USA with US passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My child is a U.S. citizens. He is in India & returning to the USA in May but he is passport expires on July 9th. Will there be an issue?

Answer: There shouldn't be an issue with your son entering the United States as long as he arrives with a valid U.S. passport.
Travelling to US
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm holding an EU Passport (Bulgaria) and my passport expires in September 2019 (my visa is still valid), I'm planning to visit the US in August 2019. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport as long as you plan to leave the United States before your passport expires. Please contact the CBP or the U.S. Embassy in Sofia to confirm current entry requirements.
Passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planing to travel to Montreal- Canada but I have a Syrian passport with expiry date 11.10.2019. I have a valid Canadian visa on it with expiry date 10.10.2019. I am planning to travel in June and stay for about a month. Is that possible?

Some agencies are asking for passports with minimum of 6 months before expiration and others asking for minimum 3 months. What does Canada ask for?

So am I able to get in and travel in June, as my passport expired in October?

Answer: If you are in the United States, you need to contact the Canada Border Service Agency or the Embassy of Canada regarding entry requirements specific to Syrian passport holders.
Travel to South Korea
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I plan to travel to South Korea on September or October for only 4 days. My U.S. passport expires in February next year. Is that okay? Thanks.

Answer: Yes, you should be okay. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in South Korea.
Expirations
by: Traveling to El Salvador

Question: I’m traveling to El Salvador on July 31, returning on August 21 and my passport expires on October 28. Do I need to renew my passport before travel?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid at the time of your entry to El Salvador There is no need to renew your passport before your trip.
Expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm wanting to traveling 31st of May this year, traveling back the 3rd of June. My passport expires on the 27th of June. Am I able to travel or renew passport?

Answer: The answer depends on where you are going. Please check the entry requirements of your destination to see if your passport validity still meets it.
Traveling to Dominican Republic
by: Joe

Question:I am planning to travel to Dominican Republic on March 24th to go fishing. I am leaving the Dominican Republic on March 27th. My U.S. passport expires April 15th. Will I be permitted to travel or do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. Your passport only needs to be valid upon entry to the Dominican Republic and re-entry to the United States.
Travel to Australia from the U.S.
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from the U.S. to Australia on April 13th to 26th. My passport expires Jul 21. Do I need to renew my passport for this trip?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport as it only needs to be valid at the time of your entry to Australia.
I’m a permanent resident
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m a permanent resident in Canada. I have a Jamaican passport with a U.S. visa. My passport expires in three months. Can I travel to the U.S?

Answer: There should be no issue as long as your passport remains valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. Please contact the CBP for confirmation.
Dual citizenship and passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I have dual citizenship and have a passport for the U.S. and Saudi Arabia. I am in the U.S. now. I'm plan to travel to Saudi Arabia on 10 April and return on 30 April. I do not need a visa to Saudi Arabia since I have an Arabian passport. My U.S. passport is valid and will expire on 29 June. Will the CBP allow to me to travel per the 6 month rule?

Answer: Yes, you should be able to travel. As a U.S. citizen, you need to depart and re-enter the country with your U.S. passport which only needs to be valid.
Passport Renewal
by: Veronica

Question: I am traveling to Scotland and France from April 12 to the 26. My passport expires September 1. Do I need to renew now?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Scotland and have at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from France.
Traveling to Amsterdam
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be in the Netherlands for a week. My passport expires in 4 and a half months from the point we'd be returning. I have been reading ambiguous information online concerning passport validity rules, some sites stipulating needing 6+ months, MOST other sites stating 3+ months is sufficient. I am seeking clarification so I don't have to attempt a last minute passport renewal.

Thanks.

Answer: The State Department recommends having at least 6 months on your passport because most officials in the Schengen area which includes The Netherlands assume that you will be staying for the entire 90 days allowed visa-free stay.

The actual requirement is just 3 months beyond your departure. We recommend having proof of return flight or onward travel at hand in case you are asked for one.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Singapore April 10-17. My passport expires July 13. Will I be good to travel?

Answer: Singapore requires that your passport be valid for at least 6 months in order to allow entry. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
From USA to Canada and Back in August 2019
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.S. passport expires in March 2020. Will I be allowed back into the USA if I travel in August 2019?

Answer: Yes, you will be.
Traveling to Ireland via UK Connecting
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling on March 10-18th to Ireland. My US passport expires July 9th. I have a 2-hour layover in the UK for my departing flight. Do I need to expedite my US passport? Is there immigration in UK for connecting flights?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the UK and Ireland.
Traveling to Paris, London and Dublin
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Paris, London and Dublin, leaving this weekend and staying for 8 days. My passport expires mid June. Is my passport okay to travel? I had no idea there was a time frame.

Answer: Your passport should be okay for travel to the United Kingdom and Ireland. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay.

For France, you need to count 3 months from your date of departure from Paris. If your passport's validity falls short of 3 months, you need to renew your passport before your trip.
Traveling to France
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to France on June 1-12 and my passport expires November 5. Is that long enough or should I renew?

Answer: Your passport's validity should be enough to enter France without issues.
Traveling from Canada to USA
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter’s passport expires April 14th. We are leaving from Canada to the USA March 8th. Will it be okay to travel? Thanks!

Answer: Yes, it will be okay.
Passport Expires in June
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I'm traveling to the Bahamas mid-March and my passport expires in June 2019. Additionally, Ill be traveling to Costa Rica in March as well. Will I be okay to travel without renewing beforehand?

Answer: There is no need. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in both The Bahamas and Costa Rica.
Arrival in Spain from U.S., but then on to Italy and France
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in July which is OK for Spain which requires 3 months remaining validity. My layover is in Madrid, but then I fly to Milan and then training to Nice France. These countries require 6 months remaining validity on passport. Will my passport only be checked in Spain?

Answer: Spain, Italy and France are all party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, they require at least 3 months validity remaining on U.S. passports counting from your date of departure from the area. Please have your passport stamped at every border to avoid immigration issues.
Canadian passport soon
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughters Canadian Passport Expires June 30 and we will be traveling to the U.S on March 27 to return April 3. Do I need to renew the passport before the trip or will it be good enough?

Answer: It should be good enough. Please contact the CBP for confirmation.
Children traveling with passport expiring in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to the Bahamas in April and my children's passports expire in July. Do I need to renew before traveling?

Answer: There is no need for new passports for your children. U.S. citizens only need passports that will be valid for the duration of their stay in The Bahamas.
Cyprus
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Cyprus 17th May. I leave Cyprus 24th May but will not arrive in the UK until early hours of the 25th. My passport runs out 24th August. Will I still be able to travel on this passport?

Answer: Are you using a U.S. or a British passport?
Son's passport expires in months
by: Anonymous

Question: My son's passport expires in July 19th and we are traveling to Ghana March 28th, returning on April 25th. Can I travel with him with his passport?

Answer: You need to apply for a new passport for your child. In order to enter Ghana, U.S. passports need to have at least 6 months validity remaining.
Pakistan to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I am supposed to travel Canada on March 11th and my passport expires in June. I know that I can travel to Canada but I am traveling from another country to Canada(Pakistan). Can I still travel on this passport? And can I travel back to Pakistan?

Answer: If you are using a U.S. passport, there shouldn't be any issues entering Canada. If you have a Pakistan visa, you may enter Pakistan without issues as well.
Spain Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I leave in 5 days, the 4th of March, to go to Spain, specifically Barcelona, Granada, and Sevilla. I return from my trip the 19th of March. My passport expires May 19th 2019. Is there any possible way I will be able to enter Spain?

Answer: You need to renew your passport ASAP in order gain entry to Spain. As party to the Schengen Agreement, Spain requires at least 3 months validity remaining on your passport counting from your planned date of exit from their country.

Since you only have a few days, you need to apply in person at a regional passport agency. In addition to the requirements, you need to present proof of immediate international travel. Appointments are typically required but you may try to walk in. Arriving early will increase your chances of securing a slot. Please note that while same-day service may be available, regional agencies can only promise a turnaround time of 1 to 8 business days.

If you want to make sure your passport arrives in time for your trip, we recommend applying through a private passport expediter who can get it in as fast as the same day. It will cost you more but you can be sure to have your passport in your required timeline.
Passport renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am planning to go to Korea this June but my passport expires in August. Do i have to renew my passport before applying for my visa? Thanks!

Answer: If you're going to South Korea, there should not be any issues. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon your arrival. Also, a visa is not required if you plan on staying for only 90 days or less.
Travel to Tenerife
by: Daisy

Question: My passport is up in July and I’m traveling to Tenerife on March 28 for five days. Is it okay to travel or do I need to put in for a new one?

Answer: Hi, Daisy. Since the Canary Islands are a part of Spain, you need at least 3 months validity on your passport beyond April 2. If your passport expires after July 2, there should not be any problems.
Travel to the UK with a stop in Switzerland
by: Meena

Question: We are a family of 2 adults and 4 children traveling to London on Mar 10-17. We have a stop in Switzerland. One of my daughter's passports is due to expire on August 21, 5 months from the departure date. Will she be allowed in to London and Switzerland or do we need to expedite her passport? We only have 2 weeks before we leave. Thanks!

Answer: There is no need to expedite an application for a new passport for your daughter. She may enter Switzerland and the United Kingdom with your without any issues.
Travel to US from Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to the U.S. in March with my U.S. passport that expires in May? I will return to Canada in March. I have a valid Permanent Resident card.

Answer: Yes, you can travel.
Passport expires June 19
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter has a British passport and lives in Spain. Passport expires June 19 . She intends to travel back to the UK for a visit in March. Will her passport still be okay?

Answer: We are not experts on British citizen travel. Having said that, I do not see any issues with your daughter visiting her home country.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I’m am looking to go away in April but my passport runs out on June 16. Can I still travel? I’m from the UK and am going to Spain for a week.

Answer: Please contact the Spanish Embassy for entry requirements specific to UK passport holders.
Travel to Europe
by: Shepard

Question: Hello, my passport expires in August. Can I travel to Amsterdam, Salzburg, and the UK in April/May?

Answer: Hi, Shepard. The State Department recommends that you have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport before traveling to Europe. It will be in your best interest to renew your passport soon so you have a new one by April.
Traveling South Korea
by: William

Question: Hello, I am planning to visit South Korea in March 1st to March 17th and my passport will expire Sep 4th. Is it okay to travel or do I have to renew the passport right away?

Answer: Hello, William. There is no need to renew your passport. Your passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to South Korea.
4 months Before my US Passport Expire
by: Anonymous

Question:

Expiration : November 2019
Travel Date to Philippines : June 9, 2019
Back to U.S. : July 12, 2019

I will be back to U.S. in 4 months before my U.S. passport expires. Is it still safe to travel to the Philippines? Please tell me if I need to renew my U.S. passport now or if I can still use it for traveling to the Philippines then just renew when I come back. Thank you.

Answer: You may travel to the Philippines without issue. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon your arrival and for the duration of your trip. You may renew your passport when you get back.
Traveling to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. Traveling to Nova Scotia, Prince Edward in June 29th thru July 2nd 2019. My passport expires Oct 2019. Do I need to worry about renewing passport before my trip?

Answer: There is no need to worry. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid in order to enter Canada and get back in the United States.
Safe to travel 5 months before US Passport expires?
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my passport expires on November 9 and I'm going to the Philippines on June 11, staying until July 10. Is it safe to travel or do I need to renew my passport before traveling?

Answer: It is safe to travel.
Panama-panic
by: Tammy

Question: Hello. I plan to travel from the U.S. to Panama 3/10 thru 3/15. My passport expires 6/23. Will I be able to enter Panama? Thank you.

Answer: Hello, Tammy. There's no need to panic. Your passport only needs to be valid for at least 3 months beyond your arrival date in Panama.
Travel to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Canada 2/20-2/24 and my passport is expiring on 5/3/19. Will I still be able to travel to Canada?

Answer: Yes. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Canada and re-entry to the United States.
Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to Jamaica in April however my passport expires in May. Will I be able to enter?

Answer: As long as your passport is valid upon entry to and exit from Jamaica, there shouldn't be any issue.
Passport about to expire
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling tomorrow 2/12 to Lima Peru. Can I travel? My U.S. passport expires July 20.

Answer: Peru requires that you present a passport valid for 6 months upon entry. You passport just has a little over 6 months validity remaining but it still meets the requirement of your destination. You may still travel using your current passport. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel document requirements.
Expiring Passport soon after a trip to Portugal
by: Kim

Question: Traveling to Portugal between 2/16 returning 2/23 with a US passport. My passport's expiration date is 3/5? Will I be able to entry Portugal and return to the US?

Answer: Portugal is party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, the State Department recommends that you have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport before your trip.

To push through with your trip, you need to apply for expedited renewal at a regional passport agency. In addition to the renewal requirements, you need to present proof of immediate international travel.

Regional agencies typically require appointments but in case no slot is available, you may walk-in with your application. Just make sure to arrive before the agency opens to increase your chances of securing a slot. You may locate the closest agency and set an appointment here: https://passportappointment.travel.state.gov

Your other option is to apply through a private passport expediter. These companies can get your application processed and completed in as fast as the same day with very little effort on your part. Our highest recommendation goes to Fastport Passport.

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Urgent
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling tomorrow February 11th to Lima Peru and my U.S. passport expires on June 2019. Can I still travel?

Answer: The government of Peru requires that you have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport in order to enter their country. You need to renew your passport quickly in order to travel.
Traveling domestically
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning a trip to Washington D.C in March of this year. My passport expires June. Could I still travel or would I have to get a new up to date passport?

Answer: You may use your passport for domestic travel.
Philippine passport
by: JM

Question: Hi my Philippine passport will expire July this year. I am now in Saudi Arabia and I will travel to the Philippines this April. Am I safe to travel to the Philippines?

Answer: Hi, JM. We specialize in U.S. passport issuance and U.S. citizen travel. Please contact the Philippine embassy in Saudi Arabia regarding your concern.
Passport expiring
by: Laura

Question: We are traveling to Aruba in mid-April. My daughter's passport will expire in mid-July. Should I renew it now or are we still okay to travel in April?

Answer: Hi, Laura. It should still be okay. Your U.S. passports only need to be valid upon entry to and exit from Aruba.
Traveling
by: Anonymous

Question: How long does my passport need to be valid if I'm traveling to the Dominican Republic on March 22nd? My passport expires in May.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid upon your arrival in the Dominican Republic.
Living abroad with kids, need to go home
by: Anonymous

Question: My kids and I are U.S. citizens, but we live and have residency in Portugal. We are planning a trip back home to visit until Mid-August, but I realized their passports expire in October. Will I have any issues traveling with them if I wait until our return for renewal?

Answer: You and your children may enter the United States without issue as long as you arrive with valid U.S. passports.
Travel to Tenerife
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Tenerife on 27th Feb and back to Scotland on 8th March. My passport expires in April. Can I still travel or do I need to renew passport. Thanks.

Answer: Are you using a U.S. passport.
Hi
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My son is in the Philippines at the moment. He is traveling back to England for good to study on June but his British passport is going to expire in 3 months upon his flight. He has a dual citizenship. Can he use his Philippine passport to enter England to stay here to study till Uni? Then when he is here and we can renew his passport?

Answer: This site specializes in U.S passport issuance and U.S. citizen travel. Please contact the British immigration office regarding your concern.
Valid after travel to Ireland from US
by: Anonymous

Question: After your last day in Ireland how many more months does your American passport need to be valid for?

Answer: It does not matter. Your passport only needs to e valid during your stay in Ireland and when you re-enter the United States.
3 month expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: Are Canadian passports the same as US passports when traveling within the three months expiry rule?

Answer: We specialize in U.S. passport issuance and U.S. citizen travel. Your question is best answered by the Passport Program of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship of Canada. https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html
United States to Ireland
by: Anonymous

Question: How many months does U.S passport need to be valid to travel to Ireland?

Answer: You may travel to Ireland as long as your passport remains valid for the duration of your stay.
Passport Validity
by: Uday

Question: Hello. I'm traveling to Stockholm from SFO on May 15; flying to Germany and taking a cruise and then finally flying to Spain. Departure back to the US from Spain will be on June 10. My U.S. passport (I am a US citizen) will expire November 29. Should I renew the passport before I leave on this trip or will I be fine? Thank you for the help!

Answer: Hello, Uday. You should be okay. Schengen countries require that you have at least 3 months validity left on your passport counting from your date of departure from the Schengen area. While 6 months is recommended, you should be okay with 3 as long as you can present return tickets or proof of onward travel.
Advice
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling from Canada to Jamaica early March, returning mid-March. My son's passport expires in mid-May. Will I need to renew his passport?

Answer: If your son as a U.S. passport, there is no need for a new passport as it only needs to be valid for the duration of his stay in Jamaica.
Passport expiry date
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to St. Lucia from Trinidad on 22nd February and returning to Trinidad on 25th February. My passport expires in April. Will I encounter any problems?

Answer: If you are using a U.S. passport, you need to renew it before your trip. Saint Lucia and Trinidad & Tobago both require at least 6 months validity for entry.
advise
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Cartagena, Colombia in February returning a week later. My passport expires in July. Will I have a problem leaving and returning?

Answer: There shouldn't be any issue. You may enter Colombia and get back in the United States without any problem as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
Travel to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Jamaica tomorrow, just heard there may be travel restrictions on my passport. Travel dates 1-24 through 1-31, passport expires in April 23.

Answer: There shouldn't be a problem since your passport will be valid upon entry to and exit from Jamaica.
Passport
by: Smitha

Question: Hi. We have a family emergency and have to go to India on Jan 26 and will be back on Feb 03. I just realized that my son’s U.S. passport will expire on July 14 2019. He has a valid OCI. Can he still travel to India for a week? Appreciate your reply.

Answer: Yes, he can.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on March 19 and I am scheduled to travel tomorrow Jan 22 and return on Jan 26th. I have a 4-hour layover in Trinidad and Tobago with my final destination being Guyana. Would there be a problem? I am Guyanese by birth but I am a naturalized U.S. citizen.

Answer: U.S. passports need at least 6 months validity in order for the bearer to enter Guyana. If you have a Guyanese passport, you may use it to enter your country of birth and use your U.S. passport when you return.
Korea
by: Anonymous

Question: AA citizen traveling LAX-NRT, clearing customs, few days later transiting in ICN for ROR. I’ll have less than 3 months on my passport. I read Japan will allow me to land but Korea needed 3 months validity. On a post above, it said Korea required just needs a valid passport. Thanks!

Answer: You may enter both Japan and South Korea using your current passport.
Philippine Passport Validity with Final Exit Visa out of Saudi Arabia
by: Virgilio

Question: My passport expires on June 1. Still can travel back to PHILIPPINES on End of March or APRIL for Final Exit. Working in Jizan, Saudi Arabia.

Answer: Hi, Virgilio. We specialize on U.S. passport issuance and U.S. citizen travel. Please contact the Philippine Embassy or the Saudi immigration office for answers to your question.
Passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: My son has an Australian passport as he is an Australian citizen. We return to Australia from the US on 13th May 2019, his passport expires 23 Jul 2019. Will he need a new passport?

Answer: There shouldn't be any issues entering his own county. Please contact the Australian Embassy to confirm.
Travel to Spain and Portgual
by: Camille

Question: I will be traveling into Madrid (Spain) from USA, then into Porto (Portugal) , and then by train to Lisbon (Portugal). I will be returning to Barcelona (Spain) for a few days before heading home to USA. My departure date is April 2nd, and the date my passport expires is July 2nd this year. Is this safe or too risky?

Answer: Hi, Camille. Your passport expires exactly three months after your departure from the Schengen area. While this complies with the 3-month validity requirement, we should take into account possible questions especially because you will be crossing borders.

Since you still have a couple of months before your trip, we recommend that you renew your passport to avoid all possible issues altogether.
US Passport expires in 2 months
by: Ruby

Question: I'm leaving this February 8 until 17 to Manila. My U.S. passport expires this April 30, 2019 which less than 3 months. Could I still travel and won't encounter any problem with U.S. immigration on my return date?

Answer: There shouldn't be any issues as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport.
My passport is expiring soon
by: Travelers

Question: I'm traveling to the Dominican Republic Jan 29th. My passport expires March 17th. Do I need to renew before my trip?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. It only needs to be valid upon entry to the Dominican Republic.
USA to Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to Bahamas February 21-24 but my passport expires Mar 19. Do I have to renew it before I go or am I okay?

Answer: You should be okay. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in The Bahamas.
Travel to USA
by: Pradip

Question: Hi, I am Pradip and I am traveling to the USA January 21st and my return ticket is on February 8th. I am traveling from Australia and I have an Indian passport which will expire in October 21st. Will there any problems traveling to the USA and coming back to Australia?

Answer: Hi, Pradip. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States.

You need to contact the Australian Embassy or immigration office regarding your return.
France
by: Nathalie

Question: I'm going to France February 3rd returning March 7th. I noticed my American passport expires April 19th. I'm not worried about the entry in France as I use my French passport . Will I be okay to get on the plane?

Answer: You should be okay. Just make sure to bring both passports as you need to depart and re-enter the U.S. on your American passport. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel document requirements.
South Korea
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my trip to South Korea is on March 2 to 12. My passport expires August. Do I need to renew?

Answer: Hello! Your passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to South Korea. There is no need to renew your passport before your trip.
USA to Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, we are traveling January 16-24 to The Bahamas. My son's passport expires April 14. Will we have any issues?

Answer: There should't be any issues. U.S. citizens are only required to have passports that are valid upon entry to The Bahamas.
Japan
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, our family will be traveling to Japan in April for 10 days. The kids' passports will be valid until July. Will it still be okay to travel without renewing until we return to the USA?

Answer: You should be okay. Your U.S. passports only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in Japan.
Portugal
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Portugal from 2/19-2/24. My passport expires 8/23. (One day before 6 month expiration.) Will I have a problem entering the country?

Answer: As long as you can prove that you will leave on February 24th, there shouldn't be any issue. As party to the Schengen Agreement, Portugal requires that you have at least 3 months validity left on your passport counting from your date of departure from their country.

The 6 months is a strong recommendation since most Schengen officials assume that you will stay for the entire 3-month visa-free stay.
Traveling to UK from the US
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I have a Grenadian passport and a US green card. Passport expires June 1st, and I will be traveling from Feb 1-5 from the US to the UK. Will my Grenadian passport have enough months validity?

Answer: Please contact the British Embassy for entry requirements specific to Grenadian passport holders.
Passport expiring
by: Sheena

Question: I am an Australian Permanent Resident, Indian citizen. My Indian passport is expiring on 15/06/2019. I want to visit New Delhi from 1702/2019 to 8/03/2019. Can I travel? Also can I get it renewed in New Delhi while on my visit?

Answer: Hi, Sheena. We are not familiar with Indian passports or Australian residency. Please contact Australian immigration or the Indian consulate for answers to your questions.
Funeral
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Canada for a funeral from the US. I will be leaving on the 11th of January and will be in Canada for 3 days. My passport expires on January 27th. Will I be able to cross the border into Canada and be able to get back into the US?

Answer: Yes, you can. Have a safe trip.
Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I will travel to the Philippines for a 3-week vacation with my husband and baby. I have a Philippine passport that will expire in August 2019. Our travel date will be on April 21 and will return to the U.S. on May 12. Am I going to have a problem going to the Philippines and back to the U.S. with my passport that will expire in August?

Answer: There shouldn't be a problem.
Passport inquiry
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on the 28th of April and I'm going for a stay-cation for 3 days in Johor on January 11-13. Is it possible for me to still go?? We already have a hotel booked for 3 days.

Answer: Your U.S. passport needs to have at least 6 months validity remaining in order to be allowed entry to Malaysia. You need to renew your passport before your trip.

With just a couple of days before departure, you need to request for expedited service at the regional passport agency. Appointments are typically required but walk-ins may be entertained. Please arrive before the agency opens to increase your chances of securing a slot. In addition to the renewal requirements, you need to present proof of immediate international travel.
Passport expiring same month as travel
by: Can i fly

Question: I’m traveling on the 6th of February. My passport expires on the 24th of February. I’m not going round trip. I’m planning to stay. Do I still need my passport to be 6 months valid?

Answer: The answer depends on your destination country's entry requirements. Please check with the embassy or consulate of the country you are traveling to for residency requirements since you do not have any immediate plans of departing.
Daughter's U.S. passport expiring in less than 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to India with our daughter who has valid U.S. passport but it is expiring on February 4th. We leave on January 8th and return on February 4th. Is it going to be okay?

Answer: It should be okay as long as your daughter has a valid visa to India.
U.S. Visa expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I have an Indian passport. I am working in U.S. with an R1 Visa. My Indian passport will expire on 26th August and my US visa will expire on 3rd August. I want to visit India on February 1-28. Is there any issues to re-enter in United States?

Answer: There shouldn't be any issues. Please contact the CBP for confirmation.
School trip
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter is going to Romania with her school skiing. She is going February 15th and coming home February 22nd. Her Irish passport expires July 6th, will I need to get a new passport?

Answer: Please contact the Romanian Embassy for entry requirements specific to Irish passport holders.
Travel to the U.S.
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi good day!!! I am a Spanish citizen and my passport will expire by 20th of April 2020. I am planning to travel to the U.S. by the last week of October 2019 so I have at least 6 months left. Do i need to renew it?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. Spanish citizens need only present passports that will be valid for the duration of their stay in the United States.
Travel to the U.S.
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, good day! I am a Spanish citizen and my passport expires on 20th of April. I am planning to travel to the U.S. by the last week of October. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Hello! Since your passport will expire before your trip, you have to renew your passport. You need a valid passport in order to enter the United States.
Travelling to the USA
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a British Citizen travelling to the USA for the 1st time in February for just 3 weeks my Passport expires in May. Is my passport okay to travel in and out?

Answer: Yes, you should be okay. British citizens only need to present passports that will be valid for the duration of their stay in the United States.
3 mos expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My son and I are traveling going to the Philippines this weekend but my son’s passport will expire on April 2019. We are both U.S. citizens. Is there going to be a problem entering the Philippines and coming back to the U.S?

Answer: There shouldn't be any issues. Your U.S. passports need only be valid for the duration of your stay in the Philippines.
Passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm Indian passport holder. I have my travel plans on 23 December and my passport validity expires on 27 May next year. I don't meet 6 month validity when I reach India. Please let me know can I travel.

Thanks.

Answer: Yes, you may travel. Please contact the Indian Embassy or Consulate for more information.
Expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I have a valid visa to the USA, but my passport expires in 2 months. Can I travel or should I renew passport before traveling while my old passport has not completely expired?

Answer: Different entry requirements apply to different countries which issues a traveler's passport. Please contact the U.S. CBP to find out if you have sufficient validity left on your passport.
Passport will expire
by: Nil

Question: I am from India. I live in St. Marteen. My passport will expire 30th January 2019. If i want to go back India 1st week of January 2019, is that possible to travel?

Answer: Please contact the Indian Embassy in St. Maarten regarding your concern.
Portugal
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm 18 years old. I'm traveling to Portugal and stopping at London/Germany between flights. I'm going Dec. 15-22 and my passport expires March 19 2019. Will I be stopped?

Answer: Your passport needs to be valid for 3 months after your departure from the Schengen area where Germany and Portugal belong. While you will not have issues entering London, your passport falls short of the other countries' entry requirements.
Passport expiring
by: chris

Question: I am traveling to Canada the first week of January 2019. My passport expires in February 2019. Am I good to go?

Answer: Yes, you are. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid to enter Canada and re-enter the United States.
My 5-year-old daughter
by: Lia3

Question: My daughter has a U.S. passport and is traveling 3 days before it expires. Will she have problems getting out of the United States?

Answer: It should not be an issue as long as her passport meets the entry requirements of her destination country. Also, she may need to renew her passport so she can get back in the United States.
Travel to Singapore
by: Salvie

Question: My passport expires on April next year. Can I still travel back to Singapore on first week of January 2019?

Answer: Hi, Salvie. Singapore requires that U.S. citizens present a passport has at least 6 months validity remaining. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
Passport expires in 5 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My wife (valid green card holder) is traveling from NYC to Mexico on 23 Dec and coming back on 27 December. Her passport expires on 27 May of next year. Will she be allowed to travel to Mexico? Is there any problem in returning back as she has a valid green card?

Answer: Your wife should not have any issues getting back to the United States as long as she arrives with a valid passport and green card.

If she has a passport that is NOT issued by Mexico, she must check with the Embassy of Mexico for entry requirements.
Paris, France
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Paris January 14-22 and my passport expires on July 19. Will I be okay? Sometimes I see that I need to have 6 months validity on my passport and sometimes I see 3 months. If they give me trouble, what can I do to make sure I get on the plane?

Answer: France is party to the Schengen Agreement and as such, requires U.S. passports to be valid for at least 3 months beyond the bearer's planned date of departure. The six months validity is a recommendation since some Schengen officials assume that you will be staying for the entire 90 day visa-free stay.

Your passport still meets the requirement so you should not have any trouble. In case questions arise, you may present proof of your departure from France (airline tickets).
Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a mother of two children who reside in the United States. They are 18 and 13 years old. They are visiting the Philippines on Dec 23 to Jan 4 using Philippine passports. Their passports will expire on March 27. I heard there is a policy in the Philippines that require you to have 6 months validity on your passport. Do you think they will be allowed to travel back to the U.S. at the airport in the Philippines?

Answer: There should be no issues with your children traveling back to the United States as long as they arrive with valid passports and U.S. green cards or visas.
Passport expires in 5 months
by: Arkadiy

Question: Hello! I am traveling with children age 9 and 6. They have dual citizenship (Ukraine and South Africa). Their U.S. Visas are in their Ukrainian passports which expire 5 months after we enter the U.S. Their South African passports expire around the same time - 5 months after planned trip to the U.S. Can we travel to the U.S. without renewing the Ukrainian passports since they also have South African passports? Thank you!

Answer: Since the Ukrainian passports have the U.S. visas, your children need to use those for travel to the United States. There will be no need to renew the passports since they will be valid for the duration of your stay in the U.S.
India
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling with our daughter to India in January and will return by end of the same month. My daughter’s passport expires June 30 next year and her Indian Visa 2021. Do I need to renew her passport prior to our January trip?

Answer: There is no need. Your daughter may enter India as long as her passport and India visa are valid.
Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I have a daughter. She is 18 years old and my son is 13 year old. They are in Los Angeles. They are Filipino and want to spend the holidays in the Philippines from Dec 21 to Jan 5. They are using Philippine passports but they will expire on March 27. I want to know if there will problem going back to Los Angeles without renewing their passports. They are study there.

Answer: As long as they arrive with valid passports and valid visas or green cards, there should not be any problem.
Passport Validity
by: InsGuy

Question: Hi, I am a U.S. citizen traveling to Austria and Switzerland from Feb 17th-Feb 27th. My passport expires May 29th, 2018. Would my entry/exit to these Schengen countries be okay since I have 3 months and 2 days left on my passport? (US passport site says 6 months but want to verify)

Answer: You should be okay. Your passport has sufficient validity to enter the Schengen area. The 6-month validity recommendation is based on the assumption that visitors will stay for the whole 90-day visa-free stay. Should questions arise, you may simply present your departure tickets as proof that you will leave and still have 3 months on your passport thereafter.
Brazilian passaporte
by: Anonymousabc

Question: Hi there. I am Brazilian and also a green card holder. I am going to Brazil in December and my passaporte expires Feb 2019. Do I need to renew my passaporte so I can get back to the U.S?

Answer: You should be able to re-enter the United States as long as your passport and green card are valid upon arrival.
Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: I have kids in California -- an 18-year-old and a 13-year-old who want to travel to the Philippines on Dec 21 to Jan 4 using Philippine passports. Their passports will expire in March 2019. Will they be able to go back to the U.S. without renewing their passports?

Answer: Your children will not have any issues re-entering the United States as long as they arrive with valid passports and green cards/U.S. visas.
Crossing the border
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a green card holder and have a Portuguese passport. I'm going to Canada (we'll be crossing the border) to see family, staying for the weekend. My passport is valid for less then 2 months. Will I have a problem getting back into the US?

Answer: You should be able to get back in the United States as long as your passport and green card are valid. Please contact the CBP for more information.
India
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires less than 6 months. Can I go to India or Chile?

Answer: You may enter India and Chile as long as you arrive with a valid passport. You will also need a valid India visa to enter India.
Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Canada from New York in January and my passport expires in April. Will I have a problem getting in and out of Canada?

Answer: There should be no issues as long as your passport is valid upon entry to Canada and re-entry to the United States.
Travel to the USA
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I’m flying to the States from Greece on Dec 15th and return on Dec 28th. My passport expires on April 1st. I understand that since my passport will expire in 3+ months from my return date, there is no issue. Thanks for confirming.

Answer: You are correct. You should be able to enter the United States as long as your passport will be valid for the duration of your intended stay in the country.
Traveling to Turkey
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Turkey in January for 10 days but my passport runs out in April 2019. Will I be okay to travel?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. Turkey requires that your passport be valid for at least 6 months upon entry to their country.
Passport expiry
by: Anonymo

Question: I’m travelling to Tenerife on the December 20. My British passport expires March 2019, Can I still use this passport or do I need to renew it. Thanks.

Answer: Please contact the Spanish Embassy for entry requirements specific to British passport holders.
Budapest
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Budapest December 1-3 but my passport runs out in April 2019. Will I be okay to travel?

Answer:You should be okay. Hungary only requires that you present a passport valid for at least 3 months beyond December 3.
3 month expiration for Poland OK?
by: Anonymous

Question: We will be traveling to Poland and returning on Dec 10. However my passport expires on March 11 next year. Therefore, there will be 4 months and 1 day left on the passport. Despite it being less than 6 months, will there be any problems with this travel?

Answer: You only need a passport that has at least 3 months beyond December 10th to enter Poland.
Going to Germany, Prague, and Switzerland
by: Anonymous

Question: Good evening. I’m a U.S. citizen traveling to Germany On December 26, 2018. We’ll be taking trains to Prague and Switzerland. We are going back to the US on January 9, 2018 from Germany. My passport will be expiring on April 7, 2019. Is my passport still valid for entry and for duration of the trip? Thanks in advance.

Answer: Germany, the Czech Republic and Switzerland are all party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, they require U.S. citizens to present passports that have at least 3 months validity remaining counting from the bearer's date of departure.

Your passport falls 2 days short of this requirement. You need to renew your passport before your trip. To make sure it arrives before your travel date, I recommend expedited service.
U.S. entry
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.K. passport is valid for another 5 months and sixteen days. I have ESTA valid for the time left on my passport. Is this sufficient for my entry into the U.S. on 14 November when I’m travelling.

Answer: Yes, it should be sufficient. Please contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection to confirm.
Passport expires in November, traveling in July
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello,

I am looking into renewing my passport, as it expires on Nov 4 of next year. I am getting married mid-July and traveling to St. Maarten (entering on Dutch side through airport) one week after until Aug 3rd. I will be changing my name once married and so my predicament is two-fold:
(1) If I renew now to be clear for travel to St.Maarten, it will still be in my maiden name ($110 fee for renewal) and then if I renew to reflect my married name, after we return from St. Maarten but before a trip in December 2019, I will be paying another $110 for renewal, correct?

(2) If I wait to renew until after our return in St.Maarten to reflect my married name, without previously renewing it, will I be in the clear to return to the US since the expiration date is literally 3 months and 1 day after my expected return date from St. Maarten? (Return from St.Maarten on Aug 3 and current passport expires on Nov 4)

I'm not sure what option is best and least expensive, while still being able to travel and return home!

Thanks!

Answer: Hi! You can go either way.

1. You may choose to renew renew your passport now. If you apply for the name change within a year of issuance, you do not have to pay the $110 renewal fee.

2. You may also choose to renew after your trip. According to the State Department's fact sheet on Sint Maarten, U.S. passports only need to be valid for the duration of the bearer's stay. If such is the case, there should be no problems entering the country. Even if you follow the Dutch requirement of 3 months beyond one's departure date, it should still be okay. Also, you may re-enter the United States up to 11:59PM of your passport's expiration date.
Passport expiry and travel questions
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a U.S. citizen planning to travel to Ukraine on Feb 20 until March 10 next year. My U.S. passport expires April 23. Will I be fine leaving the U.S. to Ukraine and coming back with my current passport? I am 18.

Answer: You should be okay. Ukraine only requires that your U.S. passport be valid at the time of entry and exit from their country.
U.S. passport, 3-6 month validity inquiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I am inquiring about my U.S. passport's validity and flying to the Schengen area. I am flying out to Amsterdam on November 12 from the U.S. and will stay there till the 16th. Then I will be flying to Switzerland on November 16th and will stay there and leave for the U.S. on November 19.

I just noticed today that my passport is valid until May 17,2019. (It’s 2 days past the departure date for the 6 month validity rule.) Am I still safe to come to Amsterdam and Switzerland and be able to fly back to the U.S. on the 19th without any problems?

Thank you!

Answer: Yes, you should be able to travel without passport-related issues. The Schengen Agreement only requires that you have a passport that is valid for at least three months from your intended date of departure from the Schengen area.
Visa
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m planning to go out of the United States on December 21st and I plan to come back on January 3rd. Is that okay if I have a "green card" that expires on April 23 2019. They say something about having 6 months before traveling your card.

Answer: U.S Permanent Residents, also known as green card holders, may re-enter the United States without issues as long as they arrive with valid passports and green cards.
Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Jamaica 12/25 to 1/1. My 15-year-old daughter's passport expires 2/6/19. Is this okay for the U.S. and Jamaica? I am hoping to not have to renew it now so that she can then get her an adult one when she turns 16 in Sept 2019.

Answer: U.S. passports only need to be valid upon entry and departure from Jamaica. Also, there should be issues re-entering the United States as long as one's passport is valid. Your daughter should be good to go.
Passport renewal query
by: Anonymous

Question: I live in the U.S. on an H1B visa. I want to travel to India in December and will be back by Dec 31st. My Indian passport expires in March 2019 and my visa in Jan 2019. Do I need to renew my Passport before i travel? Will I be allowed to fly out of India and enter U.S?

Answer: Please contact the CBP regarding your concern.
Travel to Costa Rica
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Costa Rica on 11/23 until 11/30 and my passport expires February next year. Will I need to renew before I go?

Answer: There is no need to renew before traveling. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Costa Rica.
Travel to Ireland
by: Anonymous

Question: I am an American citizen travelling to Ireland November 28 to Dec 4. My passport expires February next year. Will that be okay?

Answer: Yes, it will be okay. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
To/From Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My U.S. passport expires in Feb 2019 and I am traveling to the Bahamas 11/17/18 and returning 11/21/18. I have checked the Bahamas policy and it says as long as it is valid between dates of travel I will be fine. Is this true? I won’t have a problem entering/exiting Bahamas and entering back into the US? Thank you!

Answer: Yes, it is true. There should be no problems traveling to and from The Bahamas.
6-months passport validity rule
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Thailand next month, in the last week of November. My Philippine passport will expire in May. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Please contact the Royal Thai Embassy for entry requirements specific to Philippine passport holders.
Travel back to US on H1B Visa
by: Anonymous

Question: I have an Indian passport but live in the US on an H1B work visa valid for 3 years. I am traveling to Mexico on November 17th and my passport expires on May 24th 2019 (I will meet the 6 month requirement).

However, I am traveling back to the U.S. on November 25th, so I will be a day short from having the 6 month validity to travel back to the US. Will I still be able to enter since my passport is valid at the time of entry? (My passport will be 180 days valid, just not the complete 6 months)

Answer: You should be okay as long as you arrive with a valid passport as U.S. visa.
Malaysia Passport Validity enter US
by: Vis

Question: Hi, I'm a little confused over the 'at least 6 months validity from departure date' and would like to check it out.

I'm holding a Malaysian passport expiring in 08-June-2019, my US trip would probably be around mid of December 2018. Am I still allowed to enter US after 08-December-2018? I'm just confuse whether the 6 month validity starts from 08-Dec-2018 to 08-June-2019 or it starts in Jan-2019-June 2019?

Thanks a lot for help.

Vis

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. The 6-month validity rule does not apply to Malaysian passport holders.
3 month expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to the States from Ireland for a week in November and my US Passport expires in December. Will I still be okay to travel?

Answer: Yes, you will be okay.
Greece Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, my passport expires 2/4 of next year and am planning on traveling from the U.S. to Athens, Greece this 11/12 and back to the U.S. on 11/18. Will my passport allow me entry into Greece?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. As party to the Schengen Agreement, Greece requires that your passport be valid for at least 3 months counting from your date of departure from their country.
Passport expires in February 2019
by: Anonymous

Question: I am currently in India and I am planning to come back to USA in December. Would I be able to travel or do I need to renew my passport in India before coming back to USA?

Answer: You should be able to enter the United States as long as your passport is valid.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m a U.S. citizen living abroad. I’ll be in the U.S. until October 30th. My passport expires in January 29 of next year. Can I renew my passport at the U.S. consulate office in El Salvador?

Answer: Yes, you can.
Traveling to the Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi good day. I will be traveling to the Philippines on Dec 20, 2018 to January 05, 2019 with 3 hours lay-over in Hong Kong back and forth. My U.S. passport will expire on April 29, 2019, can I still travel and have my vacation in the Philippines if my passport will expire 4 months after my trip? Thank you so much.

Answer: Yes, you can travel to the Philippines without issue.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm Nigerian and I live in Australia. My passport expires March 2019. Can I travel to Nigeria between December 27, 2018 and January 31 2019 and back to Australia?

Answer: You need to contact the Australian immigration office regarding your concern.
Saudi passport expires in 4 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a Saudi student, my F1 visa is valid for 5 years but my passport expires in May 2019. Can I travel December 2018 and re-enter the US in January 2019?

Answer: You should be able to re-enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid passport and visa.
Jamaica vacation
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Jamaica December 21-26. My passport expires March 22. Will I have any problems?

Answer: You should be okay. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Jamaica.
Traveling to Taiwan with layovers
by: Anonymous

Question: I will fly to Taiwan on December 19 with a layover in Japan , and my passport expires in July 23, 2019. Also when I fly back to the US on January 25, 2019, with layovers in Korea and Canada. Will I be fine with my passport or do I have to renew one before my trip?

Answer: You should be able to travel with your current passport.
Passport validity
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US green card holder; my Philippine passport will expire on May 2019. I will be going to the Philippines on December 2018 and will stay there for 4 weeks; my passport will expire in 5 months after my planned date of travel.

From the US, I have a 3 hour layover in Korea before flying to the p
Philippines. Will I be allowed to leave the U.S, stay in Korea for the transit/layover and enter the Philippines during that time? I plan on renewing my passport in the Philippines since my duration there is good enough for me to get a new passport.

Thank you for your help.

Answer: You should be able to leave and re-enter the United States using your current passport.
Travel to China
by: Anonymous

Question: I plan to travel to China soon and my US passport will be expired in March 26 next year. Is that will okay to enter China?

Answer: China requires that your passport be valid for 6 months. If you will be traveling before October 26th, you should be okay. Otherwise, you need to renew your passport before your trip.

Also, please make sure you have a China visa.
Passport going to be OK?
by: G. Forsberg

Question: Considering traveling to Dublin Ireland October 2018. My passport expires in March 2019. Will I have any trouble entering Ireland?
Thanks!

Answer: You should be okay. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
traveling to America 'til November 24 2018
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I am an American citizen living abroad, and I would like to visit the States from November 10th until November 24, 2018. My passport expires on March 27 2019. Can I travel on the passport without renewing?

Answer: Yes, you can.
Going to Poland via Amsterdam
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I fly tomorrow to Poland with a layover in Amsterdam and only just today saw fine print about traveling with extended time on the passport. my passport expires in about 4 months. Will I be able to get into Amsterdam with this?

Answer: You should be able to. Both Poland and The Netherlands require 3 months validity on your passport counting from your intended date of departure from the Schengen area which both are part of.
Travel to India with passport expiring in Jan 2019
by: Kal

Question: I want to travel to India with my passport expiring in Jan 2019. Will it OK to enter India and then travel back home (US)?

Answer: Yes, it should be okay as long as you have a valid Indian visa.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US green card holder; my Philippine passport will expire on May 2019. I will be going to the Philippines on December 2018 and will stay there for 4 weeks; my passport will expire in 5 months after my planned date of travel. Will I be allowed to leave the U.S. and enter the Philippines during that time? I plan on renewing my passport in the Philippines since my duration there is good enough for me to get a new passport.

Thank you for your help.

Answer: You should be able to enter the Philippines with your current passport. You will also be able to re-enter the United States as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Green card holder traveling to Canada
by: Anna

Answer: Hi. I am traveling to Canada on December 1-17. I am a green card holder in the U.S. and my passport will expire on April 19, 2019. Will I be okay?

Answer: You should be okay.
New Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter is going to Germany by the end of Nov for 3 days. Her passport expires on 25th April next year. Do I need to get a new passport?

Answer: Your daughter should be okay to travel on her current passport. It only needs to be valid for at least 3 months beyond her departure date from Germany.
ASEAN country
by: Anonymous

Question: My son has a Laotian passport set to expire in Feb. Of 2019. Can he enter Thailand by Oct of 2018 if he is only staying under a month?

Answer: Please contact the Thai Embassy located in the country where you currently reside for entry requirements specific to Laotian passport holders.
Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling with my 4-year-old son to Canada from November 9 to 24 and his passport will expire in March of next year. Do I have to renew his passport before we travel or should he be okay to travel and come back with me?

Answer: Your son should be okay.
Ireland
by: Ginny

Answer: My passport expires in February of 2019, I am traveling to Ireland in October of 2018 with a layover at the Heathrow in London. Do I need to get a new passport before I travel?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport your passport. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland and the United Kingdom.
Passport renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Cuba in November 4, 2018 and my British Passport expires on Jan 26, 2019. Will I have any problems?

Answer: Please contact the Cuban Mission for entry requirements specific to British passport holders.
Passport expires April 27 next year
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving for Colombia on October 13 from the USA returning on November 2. My US passport expires on April 27 next year. Can I make that trip?

Answer: Yes, you can. Your passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to Colombia.
Travel to Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving for Italy on October 13 from the USA returning on October 24th. My passport expires on January 14 2019. Can I make that trip?

Answer: Your U.S. passport needs to be valid for 3 months counting from your date of departure from Italy. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello! We have a trip to Vietnam on December 11th this year and will come back to the US on January 5th 2019 but my son’s passport will be expiring on April 2019 so does he need to renew his passport before we take the trip? Thank you.

Answer: Hi! The government of Vietnam requires that U.S. citizens present passports that have at least 6 months validity remaining.

You need to apply for your child's new passport before your trip.
Passport expires December 3
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am Brazilian and I live in Orlando FL as F2. I have a trip to Canada on September 23 and will come back on September 26. My Brazilian passport expires on December 3. Could I travel?

Answer: Yes, you can. Please contact the Embassy of Canada or the Canada Border Service Agency for entry requirements specific to Brazilian passport holders.
Traveling to India from the U.S.
by: Anonymous

Question: I got new passport in mail am I still able to enter India airport with an E-visa?

Answer: Please contact the Indian Embassy or Consulate for concerns regarding entry to India.
U.S. to Canada and return
by: Anonymous

Question: My son and I will be heading to Canada Oct 12th-14th. My son's passport expires in December of this year. Will he be fine to travel there and back to US? He's 14 years old.

Answer: Your son should be okay.
Germany
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I will be traveling to Germany, Sept 20, my passport expires Dec. 18, will I be okay or should I renew it?

Answer: As party to the Schengen Agreement, Germany requires that your passport be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned date of departure from their country.

Your current passport falls short of this requirement. You need to renew your passport before your trip. Since your trip is 2 weeks away, you need to apply for expedited renewal.
Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Canada tomorrow morning and my passport expires September 19, will that be okay??

Answer: Yes, it should be okay.
Travel from UK to Ireland and back
by: Anonymous

Question: I understand that my U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of my stay in both the UK and Ireland, but what if I am flying from the UK to Ireland and then back again before I return home? Because it's not part of the Schengen Agreement, do the same rules apply? My passport expires a month after travel. (I'm sorry to add another comment to this board...)

Answer: Hello! You may travel back and forth between hThe United Kingdom and Ireland as long as your passport remains valid for the duration of each stay in each country.
Travel to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Jamaica December 1-5. My passport expires Dec 22. will I have any problems?

Answer: No, you will not. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid your entry to and departure from Jamaica.
Passport renewal for Ireland and France
by: Emily

Question: I'll be traveling to Ireland and France for my honeymoon in November 2018. My fiance's passport expires in March 2019. Does he need to renew his passport?

Answer: U.S. passports only need to be valid for the bearer's duration of stay in Ireland. In order to enter France, you need a passport that will be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from their country.

If your fiance's passport still meets France's requirement, he does not need to renew his passport before your honeymoon.

Best wishes on your upcoming wedding!
Expires May 2019
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I will be traveling to the Philippines from Feb. 17 to March 3. My U.S. passport expires in May. Will I be able to fly back and forth? or would I need to renew my passport before I travel?

Answer: You should be able to enter the Philippines and get back in the United States using your current passport without issues.
Travel to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I’ll be going to Canada on August 23 to 25 and my Philippine passport expires November 15, 2018. Can I re-enter the U.S?

Answer: You should be able to re-enter the United States as long as you present a valid passport and green card/visa upon arrival.
Passport expires in October
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from NY to FL in August. My passport expires in October, will I be okay?

Answer: Yes, you will be okay.
Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm an immigrant here in the U.S. planning to travel this month because of an emergency. My Philippine passport expires Oct 2018. Is it okay to travel to the Philippines for at least 3 weeks? Thanks.

Answer: Yes, it is okay.
Question
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a green card holder and have a Philippine passport. I plan on traveling back to the Philippines on October and my return to U.S. will be in November. My passport expires April 2019.

Will they allow me to travel? Also, I have a 4-hour layover in Beijing, China going to the Philippines and 13 hrs going back here. I forgot to include it, sorry! Am I still good to go? Because I’m starting to panic when I read China is requiring 6 mos validity. Thank you!

Answer: China indeed requires 6 months validity on your passport. However, if you will only be staying in the airport during the layover, it should not be an issue.
Travel to the Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a green card holder and have a Philippine passport. I plan on traveling to back to the Philippines on October and my return to U.S. will be November. My passport expires April 2019. Will they allow me to travel?

Answer: Yes, you will be allowed to enter the Philippines and re-enter the United States as long as you present a valid passport and green card.
Passport- London
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to London for the month of October 2018 and my passport expires January 2019; am I fine to travel there and by train to other areas like France, etc.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in London. However, you need to check your passport's exact date of expiration before you make plans of entering the Schengen area. It has to be valid for 3 months after your planned departure from France or any other Schengen country.
3 month expiration
by: Wondering

Question: Does 3-month expiration mean Sep 15-Dec 15? So if we return to US from the Netherlands Sept 6 we'll be okay? Passport expires Dec 15.

Answer: Yes, you should be okay.
Within 6 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a U.S. citizen traveling to to Japan July 25 to August 11, 2018. My passport expires Dec 22, 2018. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Japan only requires that your passport be valid for the duration of your trip. There is no need to renew your passport before travel.
Passport expires in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Norway for a week-long stay. My passport expires in 3 months will I be allowed entry?

Answer: If your passport expires three months after your departure from Norway, you should be able to enter the country without issue.

If it falls short of the 3-month beyond departure requirement, you need to renew your passport before your trip.
Passport Photo & Visa Photo
by: Rebecca

Question: I will need to renew my two daughters' passports. They are 6 and 13. Can I have the photo taking for both passport and visa to China or do I need to take separated picture for passport and visa to China?

Answer: The photo size requirements for a U.S. passport and a China visa are different. You can have them taken in one place but you have to inform the photographer specifically what the photos are for.
Expiring Ukrainian passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a permanent resident in Canada with a Ukrainian passport which expires Sept 9 2018. My U.S. visa for 10 years. Can I still cross the border in July 15 2018?

Answer: You can enter the United States as long as your U.S. visa and passport remain valid for the duration of your stay.
US/UK/FR
by: Susan

Question: Traveling to London in a few weeks, and my son's passport expires in November. We planned on taking the train to FR for a few days, returning to London, then back to US. 10 day trip. Will he be allowed to enter FR?

Answer: He should be allowed in to France since his passport is over 3 months valid from your planned departure from their country.
Italian Passport expiring
by: Leonardo

Question: Hi, I have an Italian passport with E2 visa and my passport expires on October 28, 2018. I will be returning on the 25th of June, would it be okay for me to return? Thanks.

Answer: Hi, Leonardo. As long as you arrive with a valid visa and passport, there should be no issue. You may contact CBP to confirm.
Traveling
by: Anonymous

Question: We are visiting Budapest in July and coming back in August. My 6-year-old daughter's passport is expiring in September. Also we might visit countries such as Ukraine, Italy, Greece. Do we need to renew her passport?

Answer: You need to apply for a new passport for your daughter. U.S. citizens need passports that are valid for at least 3 months after their departure from the Schengen area which Hungary, Greece and Italy are part of. Ukraine only needs you to have a valid passport upon entry.
Expired passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My Bahamian passport is expired but my visa is still valid. Will I be able to stay in the Bahamas and go back to the U.S or do I have to renew it before I go to the Bahamas?

Answer: You need to renew your passport since you are required to present a valid passport and visa to re-enter the United States.
I’m going to Turks and Caicos in September
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m going to Turks and Caicos in September but my passport expires in December. Do I need to renew my passport before I go?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Turks and Caicos Islands.
U.S. Permanent Resident traveling to Europe
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a citizen of Austria residing in the U.S. with an EU passport and a green card. I will be traveling to Germany, Austria, France, and England from July 17-August 14, 2018. My EU passport expires October 21, 2018, but my green card it valid until 2024. Should I expect any problems abroad or upon re-entry with my passport?

Answer: You have to contact the embassies of the countries you are traveling to for travel requirements. But as far as re-entry to the United States goes, there should be no issues as long as you arrive with a valid passport and green card.
Travel document is valid for less than six months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a green card holder and traveling with a Travel Document to Eritrea. My travel document expires in November and I'm coming back to us in October. Will I have a problem leaving or coming back because my travel document is valid for less than six month? Thank you in advance.

Answer: Please contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding your concern.
Traveling to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m visiting Canada for a week in August but my passport expires in January 2019. Am I okay or do I need to renew before I go?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. U.S. citizens may enter Canada and re-enter the United States as long as their passports are valid.
Passport validity requirement
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a U.S. passport that expires in February 2019. Can I travel to Armenia in September 2018?

Answer: Yes, you can travel to Armenia using your current passport. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your planned stay.
Passport expires in 3 months from the date of travel.
by: Anonymous

Question: Good day, I am travelling to the United States for two weeks in July and returning in August to my homeland in Trinidad. My passport expiry date is November 20th. Would I have any difficulties in entering the United States in July?

Answer: If you are a U.S. citizen with the U.S. passport, you should have no issues traveling to the United States. If you are a foreign national, we recommend that you contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for information and entry requirements.
Passport ok? Will also have ESTA
by: Michelle. UK

Question: I’m travelling to Florida for 2 weeks in Aug 2018. My passport expires Oct 2018.
Will this be okay? I am a little confused about the 3 months ruling - is this just for some EU countries? Is travel between UK and USA just dependent on validity for the duration? NB : Will also have ESTA.

Answer: Hello, Michelle. You are correct, UK passport holders may travel to the United States as long as your passport is valid for the duration of your stay.
Passport question
by: Laura

Question: My husband is traveling to Mexico for a week (mid-June). Passport expires on October 1st. Is it okay to travel and then renew when he returns in late June?

Answer: Hi, Laura. Your husband may renew his passport when he gets back.
Passport expiry question
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, we are travelling from Sydney, Australia to San Francisco on July 17 2018 on U.S. passports. My son's passport expires November 29 2018. Will we be able to travel in to the U.S. and back to Australia with his current passport or will we need to renew his passport before our trip?

Answer: Your son should be able to travel to the U.S. without issues. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel document requirements.
Canadian citizen traveling to US
by: AnonymousRenee

Question: Hi, my 17-year-old daughter will travel from Canada to the US with a group of accompanied students for 3 days, from June 12 2018 to June 15 2018 - will she be let through with a passport that expires on July 13 2018? Thank you.

Answer: Please contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for the latest entry requirements.
Traveling from Holland to USA
by: Nick

Question: Hi , I’m a German citizen with a German passport. I also have an American green card. I’m flying from Holland to Orlando USA on 5-28-18. My passport expires on 9-9-18. Will I still be able to travel and enter the USA?

Answer: Hi, Nick. You will be able to enter the United States as long as your passport and green card are valid.
Children's passports
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I have just noticed my children's passports run out Jan 2019. Will they be okay to travel to USA in August.

Answer: If your children are U.S. citizens with U.S. passports, they may enter the United States without issue as long as they arrive with valid passports.

If they are foreign nationals traveling to the United States, you need to contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for entry requirements.
Question
by: PEPE

Question: My U.S. passport expires on March 12 2019. I am planning travel to Spain on June 6 thru June 23 2018. Is that okay or do I have to renew?

Answer: It is okay. Your passport only needs to be valid for 3 months beyond your planned departure from Spain or any of the countries within the Schengen area.
Passport less than 6months from Nigeria
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my mum is coming to visit the U.S. in June from Nigeria and would leave in July. However her passport expires in September, can she still come in to the US since she would leave before the passport expires?

Answer: There should be no issues. Nigerian citizens may travel to the United States as long their passports are valid for the duration of their stay. Please contact the airline to confirm.
Curacao (Netherlands Antilles) to Miami
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to the USA 7th till 14th of July. I have a Dutch passport which expires 12th of December. Will I encounter any problem? Thanks.

Answer: Dutch passports only need to be valid for the bearer's intended period of stay in the United States. Please contact the airline you are traveling with to confirm.
Non US Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My mother will come to the US from Mexico to visit for 1 month. Her passport will expire on August this year (three months). Will she be able to enter the States?

Answer: Please contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for the latest entry requirements for Mexican passport holders.
Question about re-entry
by: Rosebud

Question: We are traveling to Greece in August 2018. My husband's passport expires in September 2018. We will be back by mid-September. Will there be a problem with him re-entering the United States?

Answer: Your husband may re-enter the United States without issue as long as he arrives with a valid passport.

However, Greece requires that U.S. citizens possess passports that will be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from their country. For this reason, your husband needs to renew his passport.

If he renews soon, he will get his new passport in plenty of time before your trip.
Traveling to London from New York
by: Mitch

Question: I am traveling to London this Friday the 27th, coming back May 1st. My passport is valid until July 18th - will they allow me to with validity that's under 3 months?

Answer: Hi, Mitch. Yes, you will be allowed to go. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in London. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel document requirements.
Travel to Algeria
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter will travel with her U.S. passport expiring in July and she will be back on August 7th 2018. Does she have to renew it?

Answer: Yes, your daughter needs to renew her passport before her trip. U.S. citizens needs a passport that is valid for at least 6 months in order to enter Algeria.
Traveling to Holland
by: Nick

Question: I’m traveling from the USA to Holland on 5-7-18 with a German passport that expires on 9-9-18. Can I still go?

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Netherlands for entry requirements specific to German passport holders.
Passport renewal
by: nick

Question: I’m traveling from Holland to the USA on 5-28-18 I have a German passport and an American green card. My German passport expires on 9-9-18. Can I still travel?

Answer: Yes, you may enter the United States without issue as long as your green card and passport are valid.
Traveling to Colombia
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! I’m traveling to Colombia at the end of May and my passport expires in August, is this going to be a problem?

Answer: No, it will not be a problem. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Colombia.
Old passport return
by: Anonymous

Question: I want to get back my old U.S. passport since it has valid visa for two countries. What should I do? I am renewing my US passport and sending my old passport. Please advise.

Answer: Your old passport will be returned to you once the renewal process is completed. It will arrive in a separate mailing from the new passport.
Passport Renewal?
by: South Bay Girl

Question: Hello, I am traveling to Spain and France from May 15-June 6 and my U.S. passport expires July 20, 2018. Must I renew before I leave? Thank you.

Answer: Yes, you need to renew your passport before your trip. As party to the Schengen Agreement, France and Spain require you to have at least 3 months validity left on your passport. The 3 months is counted from your date of departure from the Schengen area.
America to South Korea
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m going to Korea May 22-31. My passport expires August 25, 2018.

Answer: Your good to go. Your U.S passport only needs to be valid upon entry to South Korea.
Passport set to expire 4 moths from departure date.
by: Brittany

Question: Hi, I'm traveling from the USA to the Bahamas for my wedding. We're planning to stay in the Bahamas October 13-20th. My passport expires Feb 19, 2019. Will have an issue? Thank you!

Answer: You should be able to travel to The Bahamas with your current passport. Congratulations in advance!
Should I renew my passport before my trip?
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I'm going to the UK from Norway April 23, 2018 but my passport expires 1st July. Will I be fine or should I renew it before going?

Answer: If you are using a U.S. passport, you will be able to enter the United Kingdom. Your U.S passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in their country.

If you are using a different passport, you need to contact the British Embassy in Oslo for entry requirements.
Flying to Cancun from the USA
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving at the end of April to Cancun, returning in early May. My passport expires in August. Can I renew after I return from this trip?

Answer: Yes, you can renew your passport after your trip. Your passport only needs to be valid in order to travel to Cancun and back to the United States.
Traveling to Italy
by: Joéll

Question: Hello, my sister's passport expires on June 22. and we are going to Italy this Sunday April 8. Will she be able to enter the country or would she have to renew? Thanks.

Answer: Your sister needs to renew your passport. U.S. passports need to have at least 3 months validity remaining beyond your planned departure from Italy in order to enter the country.
Passport expires August 2018
by: Alyssa

Question: I am traveling to Iceland and will be there from May 18-24 and from there will go to London from May 24 - 27, 2018. My passport expires on August 27, 2018. Will I be allowed in these places or should I renew?

Answer: Hello, Alyssa. Your passport still meets the 3-month validity beyond departure requirement by Iceland and the rest of the Schengen countries. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in London. You do not need to renew your passport before your trip.

We recommend that you contact the airline/s you are flying with to verify travel document requirements.
Hawaii To Japan
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Japan in the middle of June till July 1st. Do I need to renew my passport if it expires on Oct. 2, 2018?

Answer: It is not necessary to renew your passport before your trip.

You only need a passport that will be valid for the duration of your stay in Japan.
Already enroute with passport expiring
by: Vince

Question: Icelandic air let us through to Iceland but said we may have trouble going to London which is our next destination on our Honeymoon. Today is 4/01/2018 and my passport expires 5/20/18. What should we do?

Answer: You may enter London as long as your passport is valid for the duration of your intended stay in the country. Enjoy your honeymoon!
Passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a U.S. Citizen and planning to have a short vacation in Singapore on April 23 until April 27. Can I still travel even my passport will expire on May 20,2018?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. In order to enter Singapore, you need to have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport.

Since you will be traveling in 3 weeks, you need to apply for expedited renewal to get the passport in time.
Passport expire
by: Ana

Question: Hi there! I am going to visit the Philippines on April 2 2018 and stay there for two months and be back around May 29. My passport will expire on June 18 2018. Do i need to renew my passport?

Answer: No, you do not. Your U.S. passport will only need to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Philippines.
Renew or fine?
by: Naty

Question: If my passport expires July 8, 2018 and were to go to France the first week of May, would I be okay? Or should I renew it ASAP?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. France, as party to the Schengen Agreement, requires that your passport be valid for at least 3 weeks from your intended date of departure.
U.S. to Japan
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.S. passport expires July 29th of 2018. I am leaving the U.S. to Japan on April 6 - April 22. Would I need to renew my passport enter Japan?

Answer: It is not necessary to renew your passport before your trip. You only need to bear a passport that is valid for your intended period of stay to enter Japan.
Passport question
by: sab

Question: If my passport expires April 2019, when should I start to renew it? Will I still be able to travel to California in November 2018?

Answer: You may renew your passport anytime during its validity and up to 5 years after it expires. The Department of State recommends that you begin the renewal process at least 9 months before expiration.

Having said that, you may still use your passport until it expires as long as it meets the entry requirements of your destination. Also, you may use it as identification for domestic travel.
Travel to France
by: A Morris

Question: My passport expires November 2018. I am travelling to France for 5 days. Do I need to renew before?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. As party to the Schengen Agreement, France needs your U.S. passport to have at least 3 months validity beyond your planned date of departure from their country.
Expiring passport
by: Maria

Question: My daughter is traveling to Jamaica, and her passport expires 4 months from the date of traveling. Do I need to renew before she leaves?

Answer: Hello, Maria. Your daughter may travel to Jamaica with her current passport. It only needs to be valid at the time of entry and exit from their country.
Entry
by: AnoMichellenymous

Question: Hi there,

I am going to London and Amsterdam May 1-9 and my Passport expires June 18 2018 one month after my trip. Will I need to renew my passport before?

Answer: Yes, you need to renew your passport before your trip. While your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in London, it has to be valid for at least 3 months after your departure from Amsterdam.
My passport expires 4 months after
by: an up kumar pandey

Question: My passport is expiring in 4 months. I have been granted a visa, can I go to Qatar?

Answer: Please contact the Qatari Embassy for concerns regarding Qatari visas.
Going to Canada from Missouri
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Canada in June, my passport expires in August. Will I be able to use that passport or will I need to renew the passport before June. Thanks.

Answer: You may travel to Canada and get back to the United States as long as your passport is valid. You can wait to renew your passport until after your trip.
passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expire on June 2018 and I already sent my passport March 07. Can i travel to the Philippines on April?

Answer: Routine service takes 4-6 weeks to complete. As soon as your new passport arrives in the mail, you can travel to the Philippines.

If it is important that you travel in April, you may have to expedite to get your passport in 2 to 3 weeks.

Please check the status of your application here.
Traveling to Tenerife
by: Anonymous

Question: Travelling to Tenerife for the Month of May 2018. My passport is valid until 29th August 2018. Is this okay?

Answer: It should be okay as long as your passport will have 3 months validity remaining counting from your departure from Tenerife.
Thank You!
by: Rebecca

Thank you!
Sorry for the Confusion, Please advise
by: Rebecca

Question: Sorry, I did not make myself clear. Please review below again.

The going-to-be-expired passport are for my children. one is 7 years old and one is 12 years old and both of their passport is going to expire May 4th 2019. Can they renew passport or do they have to apply for a new passport with new photo?

Best,
Rebecca

Answer: Hi, Rebecca. Passports issued to minors age 15 and under cannot be renewed. You need to apply for new passports for both of your kids in person at an acceptance facility. And yes, they need new photos.


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DO I NEED TO RENEW MY PASSPORT?
by: Rebecca

Question: My U.S. passport expires May 4th 2019. I am leaving the U.S. to China on Dec. 15th 2018 and back Jan. 4th 2019. Do I need to renew passport?

Answer: Hi, Rebecca. Yes, you need to renew your passport before your trip. In order to enter China, you need to have a passport that will be valid for at least 6 months. You will also need to apply for a China visa so it will be best to apply for the renewal soon to have enough time to have all your travel documents in order.
Travel to Spain and Italy?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Spain and Italy. My U.S. passport expires Sep 28, 2018. I plan to fly on April 2, 2018 to Spain and take a cruise that will end in Italy. I plan fly back to the U.S. from Italy April 18 or 19, 2018. Air schedule is only an estimate here. Is my passport valid for air travel and cruise around this time? Thanks.

Answer: Yes, it is. Spain and Italy are both party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, you are only required to present a passport that will be valid for at least 3 months after your exit from the Schengen area.

Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel document requirements.
Child traveling to New Zealand
by: Kaylee

Question: I’m leaving from U.S to New Zealand in March and coming back in May. My son’s passport expires in July, which is only 2 months from our return. Will it still be valid for travel? Will I have to renew his passport prior to the trip?

Answer: You need to apply for a new passport for your son before your trip. U.S. citizens need passports that will be valid for 3 months beyond one's planned departure in order to enter New Zealand.
Chiild Travel to New Zealand
by: Kaylee

If I’m leaving from U.S to New Zealand in March and coming back in May. My son’s passport expires in July.
Which is only 2 month will it still be valid? Will I have to renew his passport prior to the trip?
Visit to Canada (April 2018)
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I have a question regarding our upcoming trip to Vancouver, Canada. My daughter's U.S. passport expires July 1, 2018 and she is 10 years old. We are traveling to Canada on April 1, 2018 for 4 days. Do I need to renew her passport before our travel in April 2018? Thanks.

Answer: There is no need to apply for a new passport for your child. She may enter Canada and get back in the U.S. without issues as long as her passport is valid.
renew or apply for new passport
by: Rebecca

Question: Thank you for below comment.
Please review my case again. Should I renew my passport or should I apply for a new passport?
And how much does it cost to apply for a new passport? Please advise the steps.

Answer: Hi Rebecca. The most applicable to your situation is a simple renewal. If your passport is undamaged and can be submitted with the application, you can apply for a renewal by mail. The fee to renew your passport is $110.

On the other hand, the application fee for a new passport is $110 plus the $25 execution fee. The execution fee will increase to $35 effective April 2, 2018.

In order to apply for a new passport, you need to appear in person at an acceptance facility. You will need the following:

1. Form DS-11
2. Evidence of U.S. citizenship
3. Proof of identity plus photocopy
4. One new passport photo
5. Payment for the fees

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DO I NEED TO RENEW MY PASSPORT?
by: Rebecca

Question: My U.S. passport expires May 4th 2019. I am leaving the U.S. to China on Dec. 15th 2018 and back Jan. 4th 2019. Do I need to renew passport?

Answer: Hi, Rebecca. Yes, you need to renew your passport before your trip. In order to enter China, you need to have a passport that will be valid for at least 6 months. You will also need to apply for a China visa so it will be best to apply for the renewal soon to have enough time to have all your travel documents in order.
Cruising
by: Anonymous

Question: Cruising from Puerto Rico. Ports include St. Croix, St. Maarten, Martinique, Barbados and Grenada in April 2018. Passport expires in June 2018, will I still be able to use it?

Answer: Martinique and Grenada require at least 6 months validity on your passport upon entry. However, requirements may be different since you will be on a cruise. Please contact the cruise line you are traveling with to verify entry requirements.
Travelling to Bermuda
by: Saea

Question: I am traveling to the Bermuda on March 24-28 2018. My passport expires in October 2018. Can I still use my passport or do I have to renew it before the trip?

Answer: Hi, Saea. You may travel to Bermuda as long as you arrive with a valid U.S. passport. You can renew after your trip.
Flying to south korea
by: Anonymous

Question: Just want to know if my passport is still valid to fly to Korea in April 2018 if my passport will expire in June 2018. Is my passport valid or would I need to renew?

Answer: You should be okay to travel to South Korea as long as your passport is valid upon arrival. You can renew after your trip.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m flying to Miami in October 2018 and my passport expires in May 2019, do I need to renew?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. You may use it as a valid ID for domestic travel.
Traveling to Bermuda
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I am travelling from NY to Bermuda on March 24, 2018. My passport expires on October 2018. Do I need to renew it before going on my trip?

Answer: Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid at the time on entry to Bermuda. You can wait to renew your passport until after your trip.
Passport Renewal and Visa
by: Rebecca

Question: Thank you for the comments! I really appreciate it.

1. How long does it take to renew a U.S. passport?

2. We are going to China. How long does it take to attain visa to China.

Best,
Rebecca

Answer: Hi Rebecca.

1. Routine renewal service takes 4 to 6 weeks to complete. Expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. These are applicable if you apply via mail.

If apply at a regional passport agency, you will be issued a passport in 1 to 8 business days. The catch is you need to present proof that you need to travel in 2 weeks in order for your application be to accepted.

If you apply through a private passport expediter, you can get your passport renewed in as fast as the same day.

2. Please contact the Embassy of the People's Republic of China or the closest Chinese Consulate for the latest information on China visas.
DO I NEED TO RENEW MY PASSPORT?
by: Rebecca

Question: My U.S. passport expires May 4th 2019. I am leaving the U.S. to China on Dec. 15th 2018 and back Jan. 4th 2019. Do I need to renew passport?

Answer: Hi, Rebecca. Yes, you need to renew your passport before your trip. In order to enter China, you need to have a passport that will be valid for at least 6 months. You will also need to apply for a China visa so it will be best to apply for the renewal soon to have enough time to have all your travel documents in order.
Traveling to Cancun, MX
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Cancun on March 20, 2018 and my 5-year-old daughter's passport expires On July 16, 2018. Do I need to renew her passport before we leave?

Answer: Your daughter may use her passport to travel to Cancun. U.S. citizens are only required to present passport valid for one's intended period of stay in order to enter Mexico.

You may apply for your child's new passport after your trip.
I'm confused, is it 3 months or 6 months?
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.S. passport expires July 14 2018. I will be traveling to Germany and staying there until April 10, 2018. So my departure date will be right at the 3 month marker. After reading forums, some say it's 3 months from the departure date, and others saying the 6 months is enforced and you can be denied entry in Germany. Which is the the current information?

Answer: Germany is party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, the country requires that U.S. passports be valid for at least 3 months counting from the bearer's planned date of departure.

Most European countries expect you to stay for the entire 90 days allowable visa-free stay which is why they require you to have at least 6 months validity on your passport. As long as you can provide proof of onward travel, you should be able to use your passport for your upcoming trip.
5-year-old 's Indian passport is expiring in 4 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My 5-year-old child's Indian passport is expiring in 4 month. We are going back to India via Frankfurt (Germany) and coming back to the U.S. Would I face any issue. My kid is on a dependent visa. Our visa and passport are all valid for more than a year. Will I face any problem during transit?

Answer: There should be no issues as long as the passport and visa are valid. Please contact the airline/s you are traveling with to confirm.
minor's passport question
by: Anonymous

Question: Our family is traveling to Spain March 20-28th, 2018. My passport, as well as my husband's have been renewed last year, but I just found out my children (10yrs old and 13yrs old) are expiring May 23rd, 2018. Do I need to renew their passports or are they still okay for this trip?

Answer: To enter Spain or any other country party to the Schengen Agreement, all U.S. citizens are required to present a passport that is valid for at least 3 months beyond his/her planned date of departure.

You need to obtain new passports for your children before your trip to Spain. If you do it soon and request for expedited service (additional $60 fee), you will get their passports in time.
June 2018 passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I have a planned training in Singapore this coming March for 2 weeks. And my passport will expire on June 2018. Kindly confirm if I can travel on the said date or if I have to renew my passport first.

Thanks.

Answer: In order to enter Singapore, your U.S. passport needs to be valid for another 6 months.

Since yours is expiring in 3 months upon entry, you need to renew your passport before your trip. Routine service now takes 4 to 6 weeks to complete while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks.
El Salvador
by: Carmen

Question: I am traveling from the U.S. to El Salvador on March 1st to March 7th. My American passport expires the 28th of May. However, my Nicaraguan passport is expires in 2022. I can enter El Salvador with my Nicaraguan passport and I can come back with the American. Does the airline allow this?

Answer: Yes, it is allowed. As long as you depart and re-enter the United States using your U.S. passport, you should have no issues.
Passport to expire in 6 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m a U.S. immigrant, my Philippine passport will expire on August 14, 2018. I need to go back to the Philippines for emergency purposes; can I still travel to the Philippines and back to the U.S. after 3 weeks even if my passport will expire in less than 6 months?

Answer: As long as your immigrant visa is valid, you may get back to the United States without issues. Please contact the airline you are flying back to the U.S. with to confirm.

You may also contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for the latest re-entry requirements for immigrants.
Travel to Dubai & Maldives
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Dubai March 10th, 2018 and from there to Maldives on March 15th, 2018. Never heard or was told about my passport having to have months from the date of travel. I just thought if it's not expired I'd be okay. Will I be able to go on my trip?

Answer: The UAE requires that your passport be valid for 6 months upon arrival in order to allow entry. On the other hand, Maldives requires 6 months beyond your planned date of departure.

If your passport does not have at least six months beyond your exit from Maldives, you need to renew before your trip. If you apply for expedited renewal ASAP, you should get your new passport in time for your trip. Expedited processing takes 2 to 3 weeks.
About my Philippines passport...
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I'm a resident here in the U.S. holding a Philippine passport that will expire this March 2018. I already got plane tickets for this Feb 20, 2018. Can I enter my home country if my passport expires next month? I will renew my passport there because I will be staying for 8 weeks. Please answer me.

Answer: You may enter the Philippines without issue. Please make sure to renew your passport before traveling back to the United States. If you are a green card holder, please make sure it is valid upon your re-entry.
Travel to the Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My green card expires in June 2018 and I’m planning to go to the Philippines. Can I still travel?

Answer: You should be good as long as your passport and green card are valid when you get back in the United States.
Going to Europe (France, Switzerland, & Germany)
by: Cheyenne

Question: Hello! I’m going to Europe (France, Germany, & Switzerland) in March 2018 and my passport expires in November 2018. Will I be allowed to travel?

Answer: Hi, Cheyenne. You should not have issues traveling to these countries. France, Germany and Switzerland are all party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, they require only 3 months beyond your planned exit from the Schengen area. Even if you stay the entire 90 days allowable visa-free stay, you should be okay.
US passport renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling on April 05, 2018 to Paris, France and my US passports expires on 10/08/2018. Do I need to renew it before I leave?

Answer: There will be no need to renew your passport before your trip. Your passport should still meet the 3-month validity beyond departure rule by the Schengen Agreement which France is party to.
Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to the Bahamas March 2018 and my passport expires in October 2018. Do I need to renew my passport prior to traveling to the Bahamas? Thanks!

Answer: Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to The Bahamas. You do not need to renew your passport before your trip.
Philippine passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm here in Saudi Arabia. My Philippine passport is expiring on October 16, 2018 and I plan to travel to the Philippines on April 10, 2018. Will i still be allowed to travel?

Answer: Please contact the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh for assistance.
Saskatoon Canada to Las Vegas
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires July 01, 2018 and I am flying from Saskatoon SK Canada on April 6th to Las Vegas Nevada US, returning on April 13th. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: No, you do not.
Traveling on a Cruise
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am leaving on a cruise out of Ft. Lauderdale on April 14th 2018 and my passport expires July 2018. We are traveling to St. Kitts, St. Maarten, Puerto Rico, and Haiti. Do I need to renew my passport before the cruise?

Answer: Saint Kitts and Nevis, Sint Maarten and Haiti require 6 months validity remaining on your passport. You may travel to Puerto Rico with just an ID (including a passport).

You need to renew your passport before your trip to make sure you don't encounter issues entering the countries you will be debarking in. Please contact the cruise line you are sailing with to verify travel document requirements.
Going to Germany
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Germany on February 25th and returning on April 15th. My passport expires on September 10th 2018. I know I'm cutting it close, if I don't have time to renew, will I be able to travel?

Answer: You should be okay. In order to enter Germany, your U.S. passport only needs to have at least 3 months beyond your intended date of departure from the Schengen area.
Traveling to Colombia
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am traveling to Colombia in March 2018 and my passport expires in August 2018. Do I need to renew my passport? Thank you.

Answer: Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Colombia. You may renew your passport after your trip.
Cruise travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I leave from NY on a cruise to Martinique, St. Lucia, St. Kitts on March 17-27. My passport expires June 17. Should I renew?

Answer: Martinique, Saint Lucia and Saint Kitts and Nevis require 6 months validity remaining on U.S. passports. You need to renew your passport before your cruise.

We recommend that you contact the cruise line you are sailing with to verify travel document requirements.
Traveling to South Korea from India
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to South Korea in April from India for 2 months. My passport expires on August 28. Can I travel?

Answer: Yes, you can. You only need a valid U.S. passport at the time of entry to South Korea.
Expiration June 2018, allowed travel in February?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am scheduled to travel to Peru on February 20 and back March 8. Passport expires in June. Can I travel or need new passport with expiration date beyond June 2018?

Answer: You should be okay. You only need to have a valid passport at the time of entry to Peru. Please contact the airline you are flying with to verify travel document requirements.
Philippine Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! I am a US resident. My Philippine passport is expiring on May 2018 and I plan to travel to the Philippines on March 20-April 1, 2018. Will I still be allowed to travel?

Answer: Yes, you will be allowed to travel to your home country and back to the U.S. There should be no issues re-entering the United States as long as your green card is valid.
USA passport regulations
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on September 18. Am I still okay to travel to Houston, Texas on the 15th of May and would arrive back in the United Kingdom on the 6th of June?

Answer: Yes, you can. Citizens of the United Kingdom only need to have passports that will be valid for the duration of one's stay in the United States.
Traveling to The Netherlands
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to The Netherlands on Jan 27 and I just realized my passport expires February 27. Will I be able to enter The Netherlands?

Answer: The Netherlands requires at least 3 months validity beyond your planned departure from their country. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
Trouble ahead
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires 18 May 2018. I am traveling to Spain and Morocco. My trip ends March 3. Am I okay?

Answer: Morocco only requires that your passport be valid at the time of entry. However, since Spain is party to the Schengen Agreement, you need at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from the country. Because of this, you need to renew your passport before your trip. You may need to request for expedited renewal to make sure you get your new passport in time for your trip.
Passport help
by: Omar

Question: I am a U.S. passport holder. My passport expires in November of 2018. I will be going to Europe in June (7-23) -- landing in London and from there flying to Riga, Kiev, Budapest, Athens, Sofia back to London (in that order) then back home. Would I be ok? I have 3 pages left to have my passport full so wanted to do that before getting a new one. Bulgaria and Ukraine only required 3 months on the passport but I'm confused with Greece and the others. Thanks!

Answer: Hello, Omar. Latvia (Riga), Hungary (Budapest), Greece (Athens) and Bulgaria (Sofia) are party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, they require at least 3 months remaining validity beyond your intended exit from the Schengen area. Although Ukraine (Kiev) is not a Schengen country (yet), they have the same requirement. Only the United Kingdom requires that your passport be valid for the duration of your stay.

Your passport meets all your destinations' validity requirements. However, each country requires one page per entry stamp. Because you only have 3 pages left, you need to renew your passport before your trip. We recommend requesting for the 52-page passport instead of the regular 24 pages since you are a frequent traveler.
April Expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.S. passport expires on April 22, 2018. I am in the process of planning a last minute, week-long trip in February. I was thinking somewhere in Europe, a Caribbean Island, or Mexico. It seems like I may have issues in most European countries. Is that true? Would my passport be valid in Mexico or most of the Caribbean?

Answer: You are correct, most European countries, particularly those that are party to the Schengen Agreement require at least 3 months remaining validity on your passport. The 3 months is counted from your intended date of departure. Based on your passport's validity, you cannot travel to these countries unless you renew. However, there are countries like the United Kingdom and Ireland that only require your passport to be valid for the duration of your stay.

You may use your current passport for travel to Mexico and to most of the Caribbean countries.
Passport expires
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on March 8 2018, I’m travelling from Vancouver BC to Las Vegas on Feb 4, coming home on the Feb 7 do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport.
Passport question
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am traveling from NY to California in April 2018, and my passport expires in October 2018. Will I need to renew my passport before the trip?

Answer: No, you do not need to renew your passport.
Renew passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I’m traveling to The Bahamas on March 4-11, 2018. My passport expires Sept. 30, 2018. Should I renew my passport before the trip?

Answer: It is not necessary to renew your passport before your trip. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to The Bahamas.
Traveling to South Korea
by: Steve C

Question: My two kids are traveling to Korea on May 30 til the end of June. Their passport will expire on June 20, after they arrive. We don't want to get passport renewals til next year. We have no international travel plans for 2018. Do we need to renew our passports?

Answer: Passports need to be valid in order to board a plane. Although it will not be an issue leaving for and entering South Korea, it will be an issue getting back to the United States. Please renew your passports and obtain new passports for your children before your trip.
Sons passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My son travels to Spain 02/04/2018 and his passport expires 27/07/2018. Will this be okay or do I need to renew his passport? Thank you.

Answer: Spain requires that U.S. passports be valid for 3 months beyond the bearer's planned date of departure from the Schengen area.

Please count 90 days after your son's departure from Spain to find out of if he needs a new passport.
Traveling to the Philippines
by: Double H

Question: Hi, my son will be traveling with me on April 4th to May 23rd, 2018. His passport will expire on Sep. 22, 2018. Do I need to get a new passport for him?

Answer: No, you will not. You only need your U.S. passports to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Philippines and upon re-entry to the United States.
Going on a 3-week holiday
by: Anonymous

Question: I am leaving on 4th January 2019 and travel for 3 weeks. My passport expires 27th May 2019. Is it okay or must I get a new passport?

Answer: The answer depends on which country you are traveling to. Please check the entry requirements of your destination to find out if you need to renew your passport before your trip.
Help
by: Anonymous

Question: I just got my passport a couple days ago January 8th and I want to travel to South Korea next month, is that possible or will I have issues.

Answer: You can travel as soon as you receive your passport.
Irish Passport Expiring in June/2018
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I'm travelling to the USA in Jan 2018 for a 10-day vacation. My passport expires in June 2018. Will it be accepted?

Answer: Irish citizens may enter the United States as long as their passports will be valid for the duration of their intended stay in the country. You should be okay.
Passport Renewal Help
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm 17 and my passport is expiring after 5 months. When can I get it extended - after or before expiration? And for this, whose bank documents should I have to give?

Answer: Passports issued to minors cannot be extended or renewed. At 17, you may apply for your new 'adult' passport on your own if you already have a government-issued ID like a driver's license. You can do this before or after your current expires.

There will be no need to provide bank details. One of your parents may write a check for the application fee and this may serve as implied consent for the issuance.
Travel to Ireland
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am traveling to Ireland for a conference from Jan 17 to Jan 21. I just realized my passport expires on Jan 29. Am I OK to travel?

Answer: Yes, you are okay for travel to Ireland. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in their country.
Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the Bahamas in March 2018. My passport expires in October 2018. Can I use that passport or have to renew before the trip?

Answer: You can use your current passport to travel to The Bahamas.
Passport expires Sept.21, 2018
by: Ron

Question: I am traveling to Jamaica March 12 through 21, 2018. My passport expires September 21, 2018.

Answer: Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to and exit from Jamaica. You should be okay.
France
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to France April 1 through April 6th 2018. Passport expires July 9 2019. I am assuming no issues correct?

Answer: You're right. You should be able to travel to France without issues.
Expires in 2 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My son is 15 and his passport is going to expire in 2 months and we’re visiting Bahamas tomorrow. What should we do?

Answer: You do not have to do anything. Your U.S. passports only need to be valid at the time of entry to The Bahamas. Have a safe trip!
Iceland in April
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Iceland April 19, returning April 23 2018. My passport expires on June 18 2018. Will I need a new passport before traveling?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. As party to the Schengen Agreement, Iceland requires that your passport be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from their country.
Please help an anxious mother
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, my daughter's passport expires April 1 2018. She is flying to Switzerland December 29, 2017 and will return January 6, 2018. United Airlines, her flight carrier said she needed a passport that was valid upon arrival but now I am reading about the 3 month validity rule from the time of departure from a Schengen area.

Answer: Switzerland, as party to the Schengen Agreement requires at least 3 months validity remaining on a U.S. passport counting from the bearer's intended date of departure.

Unfortunately, your daughter's passport falls short of this requirement. If she is still a minor age 15 and under, you need to accompany her to apply for a new passport at a regional agency. If she is already 16 or older, she needs to apply for a new passport and submit the requirements herself at the agency. In order to be entertained, proof of immediate international travel must be presented with the application. Regional agencies process applications in 1 to 8 business days.
Passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I want to travel to the USA for 1 week in January and my passport expires in May will I be allowed to enter the USA?

Answer: Different requirements apply to citizens of each country. Please contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for entry requirements information.
Travel to France
by: Mike

Question: Good evening. I'm a U.S. passport Holder. My question with regard to my travel to France on Dec 24 2017 with a return on Jan 7, 2018. I just realized that my passport expires on Apr 1, 2018. Which equals to 97 days before I depart and 83 days when I return from Paris. According to the Department of State, France requires a 3 months passport validity after the time of departure (return flight). Hence the ambiguous "3 month" verbiage. With 83 days left, am I safe to travel to France? Can my 83 days still be considered 3 months? I have no time to renew for I am currently in the Philippines.

Answer: Hi, Mike. Your U.S. passport needs to be valid for 90 days (3 months) counting from your intended date of departure from the Schengen area which France is a part of.

Your passports falls short of this requirement. Please contact the airline you are flying with to see if there may be some leniency possible.
Should I renew my passport?
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I'm traveling to the Dominican Republic on February 9 to February 16 2018 but my passport is due to expire on April 28 2018. I would like to know if I have to renew it.

Answer: You may enter the Dominican Republic as long as your passport is valid. You can wait to renew your passport until after your trip.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Going to Switzerland on the first week of February and my passport is expiring in August 2018. Will I face any problem entering Switzerland?

Answer: No, you will not. As party to the Schengen Agreement, Switzerland requires that U.S. citizens present a passport that will be valid for at least 3 months beyond one's intended stay in their country.

Your passport still meets the requirement so you should be able to enter Switzerland without issue.
Passports
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm traveling to the Cayman Islands 12/28/17 and my son's passport expires 4/30/18. Does he need to renew?

Answer: There will be no need to obtain a new or renew your child's passport. U.S. passports only need to be valid upon the bearer's entry to and exit from this popular destination country.
Travel to Dubai
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Dubai on Christmas Day, returning December 30th. I've just realized that my son's passport runs out may 2018. Will we be OK?

Answer: The government of The UAE requires that U.S. passports be valid for at least 6 months counting from the bearer's date of entry.

Based on this, you need to obtain a new passport for your child before your trip. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel document requirements.
Im worried dont know what to do now!
by: Anonymous

Question: We will be traveling to Mexico and my daughter's passport expires Jan 9. We have the return fight on Jan 13. Do you think I'll have any problems trying to come back through LAX Airport? Her passport expires days before our return. I had already purchased the fight tickets.

Answer: While you will not be denied re-entry to the United States, you may face delays at the airport while officials ascertain your daughter's U.S. citizenship. Also, the airline may now allow boarding if the passport is already expired.

We recommend that you apply for your child's new passport before your trip. If you apply at a regional passport agency, you will get the passport in 1 to 8 business days.

Please present proof of immediate international travel in 2 weeks or less when you apply.
Traveling to Ireland 12/13 & son’s passport expires 1/15
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, we are traveling to Ireland on 12/13/17 returning 12/28/17. I just realized my son’s passport expires on 1/15/18. Should I try to renew it before we go? We leave in about 55 hours. Thanks!

Answer: You do not need to apply for your child's passport before your trip. U.S. passports only need to be valid for the duration of the bearer's stay in Ireland.
Aruba
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on January 28. Will I be allowed to enter Aruba and also back into the U.S if I am traveling between December 14 and returning on December 20?

Answer: Yes, you will be allowed entry. The government of Aruba only requires that your passport be valid for the duration of your stay in their country.
Leaving the US
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I’ll be leaving Tennessee and then going onto Texas and from Texas I’ll be going to the U.K. Do I need to renew my passport before leaving the Tennessee because it expires in late April of 2018?

Answer: There will be no need to renew your passport in order to travel from Tennessee to Texas and on to the United Kingdom. You may use your valid passport as identification for domestic travel. The United Kingdom just requires that your passport be valid for the duration of your stay in their country.
Valid passport to enter U.S?
by: Anonymous

Question: I plan to fly to United States from Canada Dec. 27 2017 and return to Canada Jan. 3 2018. My Canadian passport expires Jan. 11 2018. Will it be valid for entry to United States?

Answer: Yes. You should be able to travel to the United States without any issues.
Travel to Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there. I am traveling to Spain from January 10-20, 2018. My passport expires April 28, 2018. I have a small window for renewal and would prefer to wait until I return to renew. I believe I will be fine since I have 3 months and 8 days from departure. Thank you!

Answer: You are correct. You should have no issues traveling to Spain since you have a little more than 3 months beyond your departure. You can renew your passport after your trip.
Is my passport valid for travel to FL from MO
by: Jerlene EN

Question: My passport doesn't expire until July 3, 2018. I am going to fly to Florida February 2 and return to St. Louis, Mo February 12, 2018. Is my passport valid for this trip?

Answer: Yes, you may use your passport as proof of identification for your trip.
Travel to India with OCI
by: Anonymous

Question: My US passport is expiring Jun 2018, we are traveling to India on Feb 2018. Do I need to renew my passport? The OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) visa doesn't really expire.

Answer: You should be able to enter India without a problem. Please contact the airline you are flying with to confirm travel document requirements.
Travel to Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the Philippines on 12/5/17 for one week. My passport expires mid Feb 2018. Will this be a problem?

Answer: No, you will not have a problem. U.S. citizens are only required to present a valid passport upon entry to the Philippines.
Thailand
by: sammie

Question: Heading to Thailand 12/3/2017 and my passport expires in April 2018. Do I need to renew or will I be allowed into Thailand?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. The government of Thailand requires U.S. citizens to be in possession of a passport with at least 6 months remaining validity upon entry.

Since you are leaving in less than a week, you need to apply for expedited renewal at a regional passport agency. Aside from the renewal requirements, you need to present proof of immediate international travel. Regional agencies process applications in 1 to 8 business days.

If you cannot travel to a regional agency, you may apply through a private passport expediter. These companies can get your application processed in as fast as the same day.
Living abroad, traveling to the U.S.
by: Stacey

Question: I'm a U.S. citizen currently living in Australia and will be traveling to the U.S. for three months from mid-January to mid-April. My passport expires in March 2018 -- mid- trip. What should I do? Get an expedited new passport before I even leave? Get an expedited new one sent to me in the US? How long does the speedy replacement take once you apply?

Answer: Expedited service is only offered in the United States and Canada although processing times are often shorter overseas.

As a U.S. citizen, you may enter the United States without issues as long as your U.S. passport is valid when you arrive. Since you will be staying for 3 months in the Unites States, you have plenty of time to renew your passport while in the country.

We recommend that you begin the renewal process shortly after you arrive in the U.S. Routine service takes 6 to 8 weeks to complete. If you request expedited service, you will get your new passport in 2-3 weeks. The renewal process is done by mail so this should not hinder you from the activities you have planned during your stay.
Traveling to Canada
by: Hania

Question: Hi. I'll be going to Toronto from Boston on the 23rd of Dec 2017 and will be returning on the 13th of Jan 2018. My U.S. passport's expiry date is April 1st 2018. Will I have a problem while traveling?

Answer: There shouldn't be a problem. You may enter Canada and re-enter the United States as long as your passport is valid.
Traveling to Panama
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Panama in December 2017. I am returning to the USA in March 2018 and my U.S. passport expires in July 2018. Should I get a new passport before leaving U.S?

Answer: There will be no need to renew your passport before your trip. You may enter Panama as long as your passport has at least 3 months validity remaining upon entry to their country.
My son is travelling to India
by: Anonymous

Question: He has valid Indian visa (OCI card) and valid U.S. passport. He is travelling in Dec 2017 for a week. His passport expiry is in March 2018. Is it OK for him to travel.

Answer: Yes, your son may enter India without issues.
Re-entry
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Italy via Germany end of November 2017 for 1 week. US passport expires in Jan 2018. Do I need renewal passport to enter Italy or for re-entry to US?

Answer: You shouldn't have any issues re-entering the United States. However, you still need to renew your passport.

Both Germany and Italy are party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, these countries require your passport to have at least 3 months remaining validity counting from your intended date of departure from the Schengen area.
Chinese Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a Chinese-born citizen, now living in Hawaii. I have a green card but my Chinese passport will be expiring in January 15th. Is it possible to renew my Chinese passport from Hawaii?

Answer: The Consulate General of the People's Republic of China in Los Angeles has jurisdiction over residents of the State of Hawaii. Please contact them for assistance.
Re-Entry?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a British-born citizen living in the USA with a green card. I have travel plans to the UK on December 15th, 2017. However, my British passport expires on January 31st, 2018. Does my British passport have to be valid for a minimum period of time or can I re-enter the US with it?

Answer: You may re-enter the United States as long as your passport and green card are valid.
Passport expiring in 5 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I am a Filipino here in the U.S. leaving for vacation to the Philippines on December 8-29. My Philippine passport is expiring in May. Can I still use my passport or should I renew it now?

Answer: You should be able to enter your home country as long as your passport is valid. We recommend that you contact the airline you are flying with to verify travel document requirements.
Expiring passport
by: Jj

Question: I’m travelling to the States from the UK on 25th December 2017 for one week. My passport expires on 17th June 2018. Do I need to get it renewed before I go?

Answer: No, you do not need to renew your passport. Please contact the airline you are flying with to verify travel document requirements.
Passport expiry date
by: Aidel

Question: I am an Australian citizen travelling to the USA and Canada from Dec 14 to Jan 16. My Australian passport expires 27 March 2018. Do I need to renew my passport before I travel?

Answer: Australian passport holders may enter the United States with a passport that will be valid for the duration of one's stay in the country.

Please contact the Consulate General of Canada in Sydney for the latest entry requirements to Canada set for Australian citizens.
Travel to the Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: My flight to the Philippines is on Dec 25 and I go back to the U.S. on Jan. 12, 2018. My passport expires in March 2018. Do i have to renew my passport?

Answer: Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the Philippines. It is not necessary to renew your passport before your trip.
I am traveling to the States
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from Cuba to the U.S. with my Spain passport in Dec 2017 for one week. My passport expires in April 2018, is it valid to enter to the States?

Answer: Yes, it is. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States.

Please contact the airline you are flying to the U.S. with to verify travel document requirements.
Traveling to Philippines from USA
by: Traveling to Philippines

Question: Hi I have a Philippine passport which will expire in August 2018. I plan to go to the Philippines on January 18 to January 30 then to go back to the USA. Could I travel or do I need to renew my passport first?

Answer: You should be able to enter your home country as long as you passport is valid. Please contact the Philippine Embassy or the Consulate that has jurisdiction over your current location for assistance.

With regard to your re-entry to the U.S., there should be no issues getting back in as long as your visa or green card is valid.
NY to Montreal
by: Laurie

Question: I am traveling from New York to Montreal on December 7-9, 2017. My passport expires on April 2, 2018 - will that be an issue?

Answer: It should not be an issue. Please contact the Canada Border Service Agency for more information.
Travel to Brazil
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a U.S. citizen with permanent residency in Brazil. I am traveling to Brazil in November 2017 but just saw that my U.S. passport expires in January 2018. Will I be allowed to enter Brazil with it expiring so soon?

Answer: You should be allowed to enter Brazil since you are a permanent resident. We recommend that you contact the Brazilian Consulate that has jurisdiction over your current location for the latest entry requirements for U.S. passport holders who have permanent residency in their country.
New York traveling with 2 of my kids
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am traveling to New York Dec 16-21. I am leaving from Las Vegas airport. I am taking my 15 and 14-year-old kids with me. However, their passports expire July 15, 2018. Will they be able to travel with their current passports or do I need to renew it? Thank you!!

Answer: It should not be a problem. In fact, passports are not (yet) required for domestic travel. Your children may use their passports as IDs.
Philippine passport for travel to Thailand
by: Anonymous

Question: My Philippine passport is expiring on May 27, 2018. I have already made hotel reservations to Thailand and will be traveling to Thailand by first week of December. Is my Philippine passport still valid?

Answer: Please contact the Royal Thai Embassy for the most updated entry requirements for Philippine passport holders.
Passport validity
by: Indira

Question: I am a U.S. citizen leaving the USA and visiting India in November 2017, returning in January 2018. My passport expires in May 2018. Now I want to go to Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia in December 2017 and coming back to India within 16 days. Will I be able to with less than 6 months validity left on my passport?

Answer: In order to enter India, you need a valid U.S. passport and a valid India visa. Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia all require six months counting from the date of entry. This is applicable even if you are entering from India.

You need to renew your passport in order to enter the Southeast Asian countries you plan on visiting. Since you are leaving this month, you need to apply for expedited service to get your passport in time for your trip.
Passport and visa
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to India on December 3rd to 15th, 2017 and my U.S. passport and Indian visa are both good until April 10, 2018. Do I need to renew both or I am good?

Answer: There is no need to renew your passport or your India visa before your trip.
Expiring passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi , I'm from Aruba. My partner bought tickets and booked a hotel for us for November 5 until 12 November to travel to the U.S. but we didn't check that my passport will expire on Dec 11. Would we have any problem enter or even leaving the U.S?

Thank you.

Answer: It shouldn't be a problem. Citizens of Aruba may enter the United States as long as their passport will be valid for the duration of their intended stay in the country.

We recommend contacting the airline you are flying with to verify travel document requirements.
Traveling with a passport that expires within 4 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I live in Colombia right now, have a U.S. passport that expires on May 2018, planning to travel from December 2017 thru January 2018. Can I travel to and out of the USA? Or do I need to renew before my travels? I'm also a Colombian citizen and hold a Colombian passport.

Answer: You may enter the United States as long as your U.S. passport is valid.
Passport
by: Ade

Question: My passport expires on Jan 18, 2018. Is it okay if I travel Belfast on Dec 7th for the long weekend and Boxing Day until the New Year, January 2nd? Please let me know. Thanks.

Answer: Yes, it is okay to visit Belfast on your current U.S. passport. U.S. citizens only need to present a passport that is valid for the duration of one's stay in Northern Island.
Australia travel
by: Anonymous

Question: If my passport expires in Feb 2018, can I still travel to Australia in November 2017?

Answer: Yes, you can. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon entry to Australia.
Inquiry on Passport Renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I am currently working here in Bangkok, Thailand and my passport will expire on March 2018. When do i need to renew it? Please advise. Thanks.

Answer: It is recommended to always be in possession of a valid passport. You may renew your passport at the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok.
Passport validity
by: Anonymous

Question: How long does an Irish passport have be valid for travel to the Philippines?

Answer: Please contact the Philippine Consulate in Dublin for concerns regarding entry requirements to the Philippines.
Passport validity for travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in mid-January of 2018. Can I still use it to travel to Aruba in the 2nd week of November 2017? Thanks.

Answer: Yes, you can still travel to Aruba using your current passport. The country only requires that your passport be valid upon entry and for the duration of your stay.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, my passport expires on 05-01-18. I'm planning to visit the Philippines on 01-13-18 and return on 01-30-18. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: You do not need to renew your passport before your trip. U.S. citizens are only required to present a valid U.S. passport upon entry to the Philippines for a visa-free stay of a maximum of 30 days.
Philippine passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I'm an Australian resident but planning to go to the Philippines in May 2018. My passport has expired last march 2017. Can I travel to the Philippines? Please please help.

Answer: Please contact the Philippine Embassy in Canberra for assistance.
Philippines to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello my question is my kids' passports will expire on March 15, 2018, same with their landing visa. Do they need to renew their passports if they will book flights Jan 2018 as landed immigrants in Canada?

Please reply, thank you.

Answer: Please contact the Canadian Embassy for updated entry requirements for Philippine passport holders.
Phillipines 6 month validity
by: Cdntraveller

Question: Leaving from Canada Nov 25, 2017 and returning December 20. Passport expires in January. Is there still a six month validity rule for Canadians or has that been removed?

Answer: Please contact the Philippine Embassy in Ottawa for the latest entry requirements for Canadian citizens.
Can I still travel?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic in December. My passport expires in Feb 2018. Can I still go?

Answer: Yes, you can still go. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the entire duration of your stay in the Dominican Republic.
My passport expires in 4 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to the Philippines Oct. 25 2017 to Nov.4 2017 with my U.S. passport which will expire in March 28 2018. That's 4 months after my trip. Will I be able to enter and exit the Philippines?

Answer: Yes, you will be able to enter and exit the Philippines with your current passport. The Philippine government only requires that your passport be valid at the time of entry to their country.
U.S. passport validity
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.S. passport will expire in Feb 2018. I reside in Pakistan. I am travelling to the U.S. in Nov 2017 for one week. Do I need to renew my passport or is it valid to travel?

Answer: As a U.S. citizen, you may re-enter the United States up to the expiration date of your U.S. passport. You should have no problems traveling with your current passport.
Traveling to The Netherlands
by: Anonymous

Question: Do I have to renew my US passport before I enter the Netherlands? I am traveling November 25 and returning December 8, 2017. My passport expires on April 29, 2018.
Thank you.

Answer: No, you not need to renew your passport your passport. The Netherlands only requires that your U.S. passport have at least 3 months validity remaining beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area.
Need help
by: Jade

Question: I am in the same situation but my passport is expiring in less than 6 months. I'm traveling Oct. 29 to Nov.14 and my passport is expiring April 10, 2018. In my travel I have a layover in China. I carry a Philippine passport but I have a green card. Do I need to renew my passport? That would be very impossible since it require 2-4 weeks and that's the fastest route. Can you please help me.

Answer: You may re-enter the United States as long as your passport and green card are valid. With regard to entering China, you need to contact the Embassy of the People's Republic of China for entry requirements in place for Philippine passport holders.
Is my passport still valid for travelling from Canada to USA and back
by: Cdn traveler

Question: I am a Canadian who will be traveling to Maui over the Christmas holidays 2017 and returning on Jan 6 2018. Is my passport still valid for travel, if it expires on May 28, 2018?

Answer: Yes, your passport is still valid for travel. You may travel between the U.S. and Canada as long as your passport is valid.
Dominican republic
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling from U.S. to Punta Cana Oct 19; passport expires December 2017.

Answer: You should be okay. The Dominican Republic only requires that you have a valid U.S. passport upon arrival.
U.S. citizen to go to India
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.S. passport expires in May 13, 2018. I am traveling to India in first week of January 2018. I have Indian visa valid up to June 2019. Will there be any problem? Thank you.

Answer: There shouldn't be a problem. According to the State Department's website, your U.S. passport needs to have at least 6 months validity remaining by the time you apply for a visa. Since you already have a valid visa, there should be no issue entering India.

Please contact the airline you are flying with to verify travel document requirements.
Less than a Month-Colombia
by: Anonymous

Question: Similar question, just a shorter turn around time for a trip to Colombia. Going in December 2017 and the passport expires Jan 2018. Still good for entry and departure from Colombia given the less than 3 months?

Answer: Yes, you're still good for travel to Colombia. U.S. passports only need to be valid at the time of entry to their country.
Passport expires in January 2018
by: Vhen

Question: Hi. My passport expires in January 2018. I want to renew my passport this year. Is it okay to renew my passport if it will expire next year? Thank you.

Answer: Yes, you can renew your passport now. In fact, the State Department recommends renewing your passport 9 months before expiration. This is because most countries require six months validity on U.S. passports in order to allow entry.
Traveling to Ireland
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Ireland in Nov 2, 2017, coming back on the 8th. My passport expires Jan 2018. Can I still make it to Ireland and back okay?

Answer: Yes, you can. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
Validity of passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I plan to travel to Prague from the UK in November 17 and my passport runs out May 18. Will this be allowed as it is only just under 6 months?

Answer: Yes, it should be allowed. As party to the Schengen Agreement, the Czech Republic requires that your U.S. passport have at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area. Your passport still meets this requirement.

If you are not using a U.S. passport, please contact the Embassy of the Czech Republic in London for entry requirements for citizens of your home country.
Help please
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi there, I’m planning to go on vacation this coming Dec.25,2017 until Jan.16,2018 in the Philippines. My Philippine passport is valid until Feb.7, 2018.

Do I need first to renew my passport or can I re-enter Japan with no problem? Please help.

Answer: We have very limited information regarding Philippine passports. Please contact the Japanese Ministry of Affairs for entry requirements for Philippine passport holders.
Traveling to UK
by: Hellen

Question: I am planning a family trip to the UK for the first week of July. My kids passports are expiring 09/03/2018, while my expected return date is 07/07/2018. Do I have to get them new passports before the trip?

Answer: No, you do not. Your passports only need to be valid for the entire duration of your stay in the United Kingdom.

You can apply for their passports after your trip.
Traveling from France to Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: I just arrived in France and was informed that you need 3 months prior to your expiration to enter. My U.S. passport expires in 72 days-- just about 2 and a half months. The extremely nice man at the airport said it would be OK for today so I was able to enter. However, I will be traveling to Spain in 3 days and then back to the U.S. 3 days later. Will I have problems entering Spain? Or what is the likelihood that I will be able to enter Spain from France?

Answer: You need to have at least 3 months validity remaining on your passport in order to enter the Schengen area to which France and Spain belong. That you were able to enter France does not mean you will not face difficulties crossing the border to Spain. The likelihood that you will be able to enter Spain will largely depend on the border official that inspects your passport when you arrive.
Traveling to France, Italy and Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to France, Italy and Spain through September 29 to October 15th 2017. My passport doesn't expire until April 4, 2018. I think it's good for travel to France and Spain since they require at least three months beyond the departure date. I'm worried about Italy since it requires 6 months. Should I renew my passport as soon as possible? Or because they are all part of the Schengen Agreement it should be fine? Thank you.

Answer: You may still use your current passport for travel. Spain, France and Italy are all party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, you only need at least 3 months validity beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area. The State Department recommends 6 months but 3 should be fine.
Travel from Canada to Hawaii
by: Kim

Question: Hi there, we are travelling from Canada to Hawaii on Jan 6, 2018, and returning Jan 13, 2018. Our Canadian passports expire in April 2018. Are we safe to travel there and back without issues if we wait to renew our passports? Or should we renew prior to departure? It states that they need to be valid a minimum of 6 months on our return. Thank you for assisting.

Answer: You may use your current passports to travel to Hawaii. Canada is one of the countries exempt from the 6-month passport validity rule imposed by the United States.
6 months or 3 months post travel?
by: Jamie

Question: My passport expires January 24, 2018. I am planning to depart October 19, 2017 for Belgium then onward to Luxembourg October 22, and Portugal October 23. Is the passport requirement 3 months or 6 months post date of entry for these locations?

Answer: Countries that are party to the Schengen Agreement require at least three months validity on your U.S. passport. The 3 months is counted from your date of departure from the Schengen area.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, thank you for your help in advance. My husband and I are traveling to Rhodes, Greece October 4, 2017 for 2 weeks. Our passports run out in Feb 2018. Is this OK to travel with no concerns with just 4 months left before renewal?

Answer: Greece is party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, U.S. citizens are required to present, upon entry, a passport that is valid for at least 3 months beyond one's planned date of departure from the Schengen area.

Your passports still meet this requirement. You should not face any issues while you travel.
New Passport
by: Jamie

Question: I am flying to Dubai on January 18 2018. I just realized that my passport expires on October 18 2017. Do I have time to apply and receive my new passport now? Can I apply before October 18?

Answer: You can renew your passport anytime during its validity and up to 5 years after expiration.

If you apply now, you have plenty of time to receive your passport before your trip to the UAE. Routine service takes 6-8 weeks. If you pay for expedited service ($60), you will get your passport in 2-3 weeks.
Travel to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Toronto, Canada on Nov. 4, 2017 for 3 days. My U.S. passport expires in January 2018. Do I need to renew it before traveling or is it still good?

Answer: You do not need to renew your passport before your trip. You may travel to Canada and get back in the United States as long as your passport is valid.
Canada to U.S. on a U.S. passport
by: Jennifer

Question: I am traveling to the U.S. from Alberta, Canada on Oct 17 returning Oct 24, 2017 on a US passport which expires Jan. 27 2018. I am a Permanent Resident in Canada. Is my passport going to be valid returning to Canada?

Answer: Yes, you may travel to the United States and back to Canada as long as your passport is valid.
Aruba travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Aruba Sept 24 and returning Sept 29 2017 on a US passport that expires November 17 of 2017. I checked their specific requirements via the link and it says nothing about a minimum requirement. I hope that is accurate?

Answer: Yes, you are correct. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Aruba.
My passport expires in about 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Italy on October 10th 2017 for my honeymoon. I'm then traveling to Santorini, Greece on October 14th and then Athens, Greece on October 18th. My US passport expires on January 18th 2018. All will be 3 months or over, will this be a problem in either of these countries?

Answer: Both Italy and Greece are party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, both countries require that your passport be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area.

Since your passport will have has exactly 3 months validity on your planned entry to Athens, it does not meet the requirement. You need to renew your passport before your trip. If you apply for expedited renewal via mail ASAP, you will get your passport in 2-3 weeks.
But what about coming back into the US?
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm reading plenty of comments about 3 to 6 months on passport if travelling OUT of the US to somewhere else. But what if you are returning HOME to USA? My destination is Mexico and my passport expires Feb. 2018 (trip is for 10/8 coming up). I have no problem getting into Cancun I believe, but will there be a hassle coming back into LAX?

Answer: You should not have a problem getting back in the United States from Mexico as long as your passport is valid. All U.S. citizens may return to the United States up to the expiration date of their U.S. passports.
Passport expires after 5 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm planning to go to New Zealand for 2 weeks, but my Philippines passport will expire in 5 months after the date of my intended stay in NZ. Can I still travel to New Zealand and go back here in the United States?

Answer: Please contact the New Zealand Immigration office in Manila or Cebu for the latest entry requirements for Philippine passport holders.
*HELP* How to get passport extension
by: Kristen

Question: Hi, I just got back from the airport where I learned about the 3 month passport validity rule. My passport expires on Dec 2 2017 and I tried to travel today, Sept 3. Since this is 1 day past that, they would not let me board my flight to Athens. Since our hotels were booked and our traveler's insurance was no help, he went ahead and got on the plane and I need to figure out how to get my passport extended.

It is a holiday weekend so my options are limited until Tuesday. Currently, my plan is to go to the local passport agency for an extension (not renewal) and fly out Tuesday night to meet him.

I can't find any info on passport extensions which is the language my agent has given me. Can someone please PLEASE help? I need reassurance that if I go to the office on Tuesday morning I will be able to get out Tuesday evening. Again, my passport is not expired but the recommendation is to get an extension.

Please let me know any info. Greatly appreciated :)

Answer: The U.S. Department of State does not issue extensions to U.S. passports anymore. What we suggest that you do is apply for expedited renewal at the regional passport agency. Bring the following to the agency:

1. Form DS-82
2. Current passport
3. One passport photo
4. Payment for passport photo
5. Proof of immediate international travel

Please arrive before the agency opens so increase your chances of securing a slot. While there is no guarantee, you may be issued a new passport on the same day.

Another option is to apply through a passport photo. These companies have a special relationship with regional agencies which allow them to get your application processed in as fast as the same day.
Do I need to renew?
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm from the Philippines traveling to Singapore this coming November 20, 2017 to November 26, 2017. My passport will expire on February 2018, do I need to renew or not?

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Manila for information regarding entry requirements for Philippine passport holders.
Passport will expired 3 monts
by: Anonymous

Question: Good day! I'm working here in Saudi Arabia and my final exit is in January 2018. My Philippine passport will expire in April 2018. Is there any issue?

Answer: If your concern is whether or not you will be allowed to enter your home country, there should be no issue as long as you arrive with a valid passport.

If the issue is with Arabian immigration, you should contact the agency that has jurisdiction over Filipino employees in Saudi Arabia.
Passport renewal in the Philippines during vacation
by: Rudy

Question: I work in South Korea. I'm going to vacation a in the Philippines on December 16 2017 and come back on January 13 2018. My passport expiration on April 13 2018. I plan to renew my passport during my vacation in the Philippines. Will there be any problem when I go back to South Korea?

Answer: You can renew your passport in Philippines as long as you can ensure that you will be issued a new one before your trip back to South Korea.

Having said that, we recommend that you contact the Embassy of South Korea before applying for the renewal to find out if your work visa can be transferred to the new passport.
Need to go to Belgium
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, It is Aug 31st, 2017. I was supposed to leave on a flight on Sept 5, 2017 to go to Brussels, Belgium and return Sept 9th, 2017. I just realized that my passport expires on January 18, 2018, Can I still travel on the passport? It's an urgent matter and the Miami Passport office (the only one in FL) is closed due to water damage in the building and Monday, Sept 3rd is a holiday.

Answer: Belgium is party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, American citizens are required to be in possession of a passport valid for at least 3 months beyond one's intended date of departure from the Schengen area.

Your current passport still meets this requirement. You should be able to enter Belgium without issues.
Travelling with passport expring in 4 months of travel date
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a green card holder and I will be travelling to the Philippines on October 6,2017 and coming back on Oct 16, 2017. My passport will expire on Feb 2018. Will I have a problem entering the Philippines and coming back to New York?

Answer: You should not have problems entering your home country as long as your passport is valid. Moreover, you may re-enter the United States with a valid green card and foreign passport.
3 or 6 month expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Today is September 1, 2017. We are leaving to go to Italy on September 5. Our passports expire January 22, 2018. Our airline says we will have no problem because it's more than three months. Is this going to be an issue?

Answer: There should be no issue traveling with your current passport as long as it is valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned date of departure from Italy.
Travel to the U.S.
by: Princess

Question: I am going to the USA on the 14th of September. My passport expires in December. Should I renew my passport? -Brazilkj

Answer: Assuming that you are a Brazilian citizen, your Brazilian passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the United States. There will be no need to renew before your trip.
Traveling to the Dominican
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires January 31st 2018. We are going to the Dominican in November. Will this be a problem?

Answer: Whether you are going to Dominica or the Dominican Republic, you should not have a problem. U.S. passports only need to be valid for the bearer to enter either country.
Please advise
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Germany Sept 4th 2017 and arriving back Sept 22nd. My passport is valid until March 31st 2018. Will I need to renew my passport before I leave?

Answer: Germany requires that your passport be valid for 3 months beyond your planned departure from their country or any country within the Schengen area. Your passport still meets this requirement.

You can wait to renew your passport until after your trip or when it expires.
I'm traveling to Australia in January
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Australia again in January but my visa expires on January 10th 2018, what should I do? Should i ask for it again? or is there something else I could do? I just came back on August 14th to my country after for 20 days approximately. But now I want to go for three months. I hope you can give me some advice.

Answer: You can travel to Australia on your current visa and extend it while you're there. Please contact the Australian Embassy for more information.
expires
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to the U.S. September 2017 and my passport expires November 7, 2017. Do I need to get a new passport before I leave?

Answer: The answer depends on which country issued your passport. Citizens of certain countries need to have at least 6 months validity remaining on their passports while others only need their passports to be valid for the duration of their stay in the U.S.

We recommend that you contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office or the National Visa Center for more information.
Passport validity
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a Filipino currently in the U.S. I am going to the Philippines on December 16 2017. My Philippine passport expires April 2018. By December, before I head back to my country, I will travel the U.S. for three weeks going to and from places via air transportation. Will I still be allowed to enter any plane regardless if my passport is only valid for 4 months?

Answer: Yes, you should be able to travel around the United States with your current Philippine passport.
Paris and Germany
by: Anonymous

Question: I leave for Paris on 8/21/17 and my passport expires expires 2/5/18. I fly to Germany on 8/22/17 and from Germany to the United Kingdom on 9/1/17. Do I need a new passport since its just under six months?

Answer: There will be no need to renew your passport before your trip. As party to the Schengen Agreement, both France and Germany require that your passport be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area.

The United Kingdom only requires that you have a valid passport for the duration of your stay.
only have 3 months left on passport when traveling
by: Lynne king

Question: I am going on holiday to Ibiza in October passport runs out in December. Is this OK?

Answer: Ibiza is a part of Spain and Spain is party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, the country requires that you possess a U.S. passport that will be valid for 3 months beyond your planned date of departure.

You need to renew your passport before your trip. Routine service takes 6 to 8 weeks to complete. If you need to expedited the renewal, you must pay the $60 fee to get it in 2 to 3 weeks.
Traveling to Germany
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Germany in October 2017. My passport expires January 2018. Will it still be valid?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before your trip. As party to the Schengen Agreement, Germany requires that your passport be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from their country.
Travel until 6 months until expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Hong Kong on September 6 2017. My passport expiration date is March 27, 2018. Do I need to renew my passport before my travel?

Answer: There will be no need to renew your passport before your trip. Hong Kong only requires that your U.S. passport be valid for at least one month beyond your intended departure.
Renew
by: shirley

Question: My passport expires June 28th 2018. Can I travel with this passport? I am going on a holiday December 2017 and coming him on January 14, 2018.

Answer: The answer depends on what country you are traveling to. There are countries that require six months validity remaining while others require three months or less. Please check the entry requirements of the country/countries you will be visiting to determine whether or not you need to renew your passport before your trip.
Travel with 4 months until expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Barbados in October 7-14. My passport expires February of 2018. Do I need to renew prior to travel?

Answer: You only need a valid passport in order to enter Barbados. There will be no need to renew your passport before your trip.
Question
by: Anonymous

Question: I live in Zurich and we are traveling to Rome, Italy. My passport is valid until Nov 26 2017. Do I have to renew or am I still allowed to go?

Answer: If you are using a U.S. passport, you should be able to enter Italy on your current passport.

If you are not a U.S. citizen, please contact the Consulate General of Italy in Zurich.
USA
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Vegas on Sept 20th. My husband's passport runs out in Jan 2018. Are we OK to travel? We have an ESTA visa.

Answer: Please contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection or the National Visa Center for information regarding entry to the United States.
Please help
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Canada for 4 nights, leaving Manila on August 15 returning on August 20, 2017 but my passport expires on February 27, 2018. Will I still be allowed to travel? No time to renew passport for now. Travel plans are all set.

Answer: If you are a U.S. citizen, you will be able to enter Canada as long as your U.S. passport is valid.

If you are a Filipino citizen using a Philippine passport, please contact the Canadian Embassy in Makati City for updated entry requirements.
Passport renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the Philippines on the first week of Dec 2017 and back on Dec. 30, 2018. My U.S. passport is expiring on April 2018, do I need to renew before I travel?

Answer: Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to the Philippines.

However, since you will be staying for more than a year in the Philippines, we recommend that you renew your passport before your trip. This way you do not need to do it at the U.S. Embassy in Manila.

In addition to your passport, you will also need a visa since you are staying beyond the allowed 30-day visa-free stay.
Ireland
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm leaving for Ireland on August 29, 2017 and will be returning to the United States on September 5, 2017. My passport expires on December 30, 2017. Do I need to get an expedited passport or will I be alright?

Answer: You should be alright. In order to enter Ireland, you only need a passport that will be valid for for the duration of your stay.

You can wait to renew your passport until after your trip.
Traveling to the U.K.
by: Anonymous

Question: I plan to travel to the U.K. In August 2018 but my passport expires in September 2018 will I have a problem traveling to the U.K. And back?

Answer: No, you will not have issues traveling to the United Kingdom. Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the entire duration of your stay. Also, as a U.S. citizen, you may re-enter the United States up to the expiration date of your passport.
Passport expires Oct 16,2017
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter leaves for Cuba on August 15,2017 but her passport expires October 16-2017. Is that enough time or does she need to renew her passport before she leaves for Cuba?

Answer: U.S. passports only need to be valid at the time of entry to Cuba. Your daughter may travel with her current passport.
Dubai
by: Anonymous

Question: I plan to travel to Dubai August 2017 for about a week. My US passport expires in January 2018. Will I have a problem traveling, or do I need to expedite a new passport?

Answer: Your passport needs to have at least six months validity remaining upon arrival in the UAE. You need to renew your passport via expedited sevice to get it in time for your trip.
Passport for Brazil
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires 13 April 2018. I plan to travel to Brazil in late October 2017. Will it be a problem for me to get a Brazil VISA or travel with less than six months on my passport?

Answer: Although your U.S. passport only needs to be valid at the time of your entry to Brazil, you need at least 6 months validity remaining in order to be issued a Brazil visa.

If you apply for a visa soon, you should not have any issues traveling with your current passport.
Help
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.S. passport expires December 18, 2017. I will be arriving in the Philippines Sept 16, 2017 and will be back in the U.S. on October 30, 2017. Will I have any issues leaving the Philippines or arriving in the U.S?

Answer: Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid upon your arrival in the Philippines. The same applies for when you get back in the United States. In fact, you may re-enter the U.S. up to the expiration date of your U.S. passport. You should not have issues traveling with your current passport.

However, we still recommend that you contact the airline you are flying with to verify travel document requirements.
Help
by: Anonymous

Question: If your friend went to Switzerland with a passport expiring in 5 months and they won't let him back on the plane to the U.S. or to see the U.S embassy, what options does he have?

Answer: Your friend should be able to seek the assistance of the U.S. embassy unless he is detained and for some reason denied that right. He needs to seek legal counsel if this is the case.
Leaving for Vegas
by: Anonymous

Question: Help! I am leaving for Vegas on Monday July 10th, but my Canadian passport expires February 15th 2018. Should I not be worried that I may be denied entry as it's just over 7 months away from expiry?

Answer: Canadian Citizens' passports are NOT required to be valid for six months past their intended date of departure. Your passports must only be valid up until the date of your intended departure from the United States.
Traveling to Amsterdam, Berlin, and Brussels
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Amsterdam, Brussels, and Berlin in September, my passport does not expire until February 2018. Do I need to get it renewed?

Answer: The Netherlands, Belgium and Germany are all party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, all three countries require that U.S. passports be valid for at least 3 months beyond the bearer's intended date of departure from the Schengen area.

Whether or not you need to renew your passport depends on when you plan on leaving the Schengen area. If you are staying beyond November, you need to renew. If not, you may use your current passport to travel.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to the Bahamas on a cruise on December 28 to 30. My passport expires on January 1, 2018. Do I need to renew before the cruise?

Answer: The answer depends on which countries you will be debarking during the cruise. While your passport only needs to be valid to enter The Bahamas and re-enter the United States, the countries you are visiting may require three or six months.

We recommend that you contact the cruise line you are traveling with to verify travel document requirements.
Exactly 3 months of passport validity
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am traveling to Spain on August 1st to 29th, 2017 with my US passport which expires on November 29th, 2017. Will this be an issue? Thanks.

Answer: It should not be an issue. As party to the Schengen Agreement, Spain requires that your U.S. passport have at least 3 months remaining validity beyond your intended date of departure. Your passport still meets such requirement.

We recommend that you contact the airlines you are flying with to verify travel document requirements.
Visiting Canada
by: Happy

Question: My U.S. passport is going to expire in November 2017 but I am visiting Canada from July 11 to July 16. Do I need to renew my passport before my trip?

Answer: You do not need to renew your passport before your trip to Canada. Your passport only needs to be valid to enter Canada and get back in the United States.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Ecuador on July 13 and my passport expires Jan 15. So it is good for 6 months from my entry, but not from the July 22 exit from Ecuador. Will that be a problem?

Answer: Your U.S. passport needs to have at least 6 months validity remaining in order to enter Ecuador. You should be able to travel to Ecuador without issue. We recommend that you contact the airlines you are traveling with to verify entry requirements.
Travel to France July 5 - passport expires Jan 3
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi,
I travel to France on July 5, 2017 and my passport expires on Jan.3, 2018. Do I need to renew my passport or am I okay?

Answer: The answer depends on how long you plan to stay in France. If you plan on staying the entire 90 days allowed by the Schengen Agreement, you need to renew your passport before your trip. All countries that ratified the Schengen agreement (France included) requires at least 3 months validity remaining on your U.S. passport counting from your intended date of departure.

If you are staying less than 90 days, you should be able to travel with your current passport.
Passport
by: Michelle

Question: Hi, I'm travelling to the U.S. on the 21st of July from Ireland. My son's passport expires on the 15th of August but we'd already be back in Ireland on the 4th. Can I still use it or will he need a new one?

Answer: In order to enter the United States, your Irish passport must be valid for the entire duration of your planned stay in the country. Your son may travel with you to the U.S. with his current passport.
Travel to Aruba 11/06/2017 but passport expires 01/28/2018
by: jerigt

Question: Will my passport be OK for entry to and exit from Aruba if I travel the first week of November 2017 but passport expires 01/27/2018? I clicked on the link to country requirements and it didn't specify.

Answer: You U.S. passport only needs to be valid at your time entry and for the entire duration of your stay in Aruba. You should be fine traveling with your current passport and can wait to renew your passport until after your trip.
Entry into Germany by Schengen visa
by: Nigel

Question: Sir/Ma'am, My Indian passport is expiring on 25 Dec 2017. I have a Schengen business visa for the Netherlands. Can I enter Germany on the 2nd of July 2017?

Answer: Please contact the German Embassy or Consulates for specific requirements that they may have for Indian passport holders.
Germany entry on Schengen visa
by: Nigel

Question: My passport is expiring on 25 Dec 2017. I have a Schengen business visa for the Netherlands. Can I enter Germany on the 2nd of July 2017?

Answer: You may enter Germany without a visa for up to 90 days. Your passport meets the 3-month validity requirement set forth my member countries of the Schengen Agreement.
Travel to Bahamas with children
by: Anonymous

Question: I am taking a Disney closed loop cruise in May of 2018 with my two children (ages 14 and 20 at the time of travel) who both have passports which expire in September 2018. Do I need to renew them in advance?

Answer: There will be no need to obtain new passports for your children before your May 2018 Disney cruise. However, we recommend that you contact Disney Cruise Line to verify travel document requirements.
ASAP Do I need to renew
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Germany and Italy on September 3 - 16 2017. My passport expires on Feb 26, 2018. Do I need to renew? Thank you.

Answer: You do not need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip. Germany and Italy are both party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, both countries require at least 3 months validity remaining on your passport counting from your date of departure from the Schengen area. Your passport still meets the requirement.
Travel to the Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: Good Day! My son and I are going to the Philippines on June 6 2017 but his passport will expire on November 26 2017. I don't have time to renew the passport. Is the passport still valid for travel? He is using a U.S. passport. Thank you.

Answer: The Philippine government only requires that U.S. passports be valid at the time of entry. Your son should have no problems traveling to the Philippines with his current passport.
Passport renewal
by: Teacher

Question: I am traveling to the Philippines from the USA on June 24th. My passport expires July 20,2017. I will be traveling back to the U.S. on July 11, 2017. Do I need to renew my passport? I am a permanent resident.

Answer: You may re-enter the United States with a valid green card and your valid passport. Based on this, you do not need to renew your passport.

Having said that, you need to verify entry requirements specific for citizens of your country of origin. Please contact the Philippine Embassy.
Travel to St Martin
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to St. Martin in July 2017. My daughter's passport expires December 2017. Will she be able to travel and return to the United States?

Answer: U.S. passports only need to be valid for the entire duration of your stay in Sint Maarten. Your daughter should not have issues traveling and returning to the United States. Please contact the airline you are traveling with to verify travel document requirements.
Can I still travel if my passport expires in July 2017
by: Anonymously

Question: I will be travelling to Denpasar on 18 June 2017 from Australia returning 24 June 2017. My passport expires July 2017. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: If you are traveling using a U.S. passport, you need at least 6 months remaining validity in order to enter Indonesia. You need to renew before your trip.

If you are traveling on an Australian passport, please contact the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra for travel document requirements.
Cambodia
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Cambodia from 27th to 30th of May 2017 and my USA passport expires 14th Nov 2017. Can I still travel to Cambodia?

Answer: U.S. passports need to have at least 6 months remaining validity in order to enter Cambodia. You also need a Cambodia visa.

Since your passport will have a little less than 6 months by may 27, we recommend you apply for a renewal ASAP. You can do this at the closest regional passport agency. You may not get an appointment this close to your travel date but you can try walking in with your application. Please bring a copy of your airline tickets as proof of immediate international travel.
Travelling to US from India for five months
by: Keval

Question: Hi,

I am planning a trip to the U.S. from 15 July - 15 Dec 2017. My passport expires on 10th Jan 2018; would there be any issue visiting the U.S? Also, would there be any issue switching flights from India to USA? Thank you.

Answer: You need a U.S. visa in order the enter the U.S. Your Indian passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.

Please contact the embassies of the countries you are transiting about entry requirements for Indian citizens. You may also contact the airlines you are traveling with to verify travel document requirements.
Australian passport
by: Kelly

Question: I am traveling to America for a month in October/November 2017 and my Australian passport expires 5 months later in April 2018.
Will I be OK to travel or do I need a new passport?

Answer: Yes, you should be okay to travel to the U.S. on your current passport. Australian passports need only be valid for the entire duration of your stay in the United States.
Traveling to Canada
by: Luma

Question: My passport is going to expire on December 16, 2017 I'm flying to Canada on June 16 coming back June 23; do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: You do not need to renew your passport before your trip. Canada requires U.S. citizens to carry proof of U.S. citizenship and identity. Your valid passport satisfies both requirements.
UK-France-Italy
by: m

Question: Hi! My husband and I are travelling to the UK on 23 Aug 2017 then to France & Italy on 27 Aug - 3 Sep 2017. I'm holding a Philippine passport expiring on March 2018, while my husband's passport will expire on April 2018. We are based in Singapore. Do I have to renew our passports? Thank you!

Answer: Please contact the British High Commission, French Embassy and the Italian Embassy for entry requirements for Philippine passport holders.
My children are traveling to South Korea
by: Lilian

Question: My children are traveling to South Korea for a month from end of May to end of June of 2017. Their passport expires in August 2017. Do we need to expedite the children's passport?

Answer: U.S. passports only need to be valid at the time of entry to South Korea. You do not need to obtain new passports for your children before their trip.
Traveling to Peru
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling from the U.S. to Peru in a week and I realized my passport expires on July 11, 2017. Do I need to renew my passport or I can travel?

Answer: Your U.S. passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to Peru. You do not need to renew before your trip.
Inquiry on passport renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling from Saudi Arabia to the Philippines for my annual vacation in December 2017. However, my passport will expire in April 2018. Will I be allowed to travel?

Answer: If you are traveling to the Philippines with a U.S. passport, it only needs to be valid at the time of entry.

Please contact the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh for entry requirements if you are using a different country's passport.
Child passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Spain with my son on the 8th of July 2017. His passport runs out in September. Will it be OK to travel with his passport?

Answer: As party to the Schengen Agreement, Spain requires that U.S. passports have at least 3 months validity remaining beyond your intended departure. Since your son's passport will have less than that by July, you need to obtain a new passport for him.

Since your trip is in less than 8 weeks and routine service takes 6-8 weeks to complete, we recommend applying for expedited service. This will cut the processing time down to 2-3 weeks or even less if you apply at a regional passport agency or a private passport expediter.
Traveling to Costa Rica
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Costa Rica in June 2017 and my passport expires in August of 2017. Do I need to renew or is my current passport still valid for entry there?

Answer: Costa Rica only requires that your U.S. passport remain valid for the duration of your stay. You do not need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Travel to Playa de las Americas
by: maggie

Question: I am travelling to Playa de las Americas on June 19th for a one-week holiday. My passport runs out on the 20th of August 2017. Will I still be able to travel with my passport?

Answer: The Canary Islands, where Playa de las Americas is located, is a territory of Spain. As such, it imposes the same 3-month validity rule. This is counted from your intended date of departure from Playa de las Americas.

Since your passport will have just a little over a month left by the end of your trip, you will not be able to travel using it. You need to apply for a renewal soon. Routine service takes 6 to 8 weeks to complete and your trip is 6 weeks away so you need to apply for expedited renewal. This will cut the processing time down to 2-3 weeks.
US passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello my passport expires in November 2017. I will travel to Romania in May and return to U.S. on June 19. Do I need to apply for a new passport?

Answer: You need to apply for a passport renewal ASAP. Romania requires at least 6 months remaining validity on U.S. passports in order to allow entry.

Since you are traveling within the month, you need to apply at a regional passport agency. In addition to the requirements for a passport renewal, you need to present evidence of international travel in two weeks; this can be your airline ticket to Romania. Please call 1-877-487-2778 to schedule an appointment at the closest regional agency for 2 weeks before your trip. You will get your passport in 1-8 business days.

If traveling to a regional agency is not an option, you may apply via a private passport expediter. These companies can get your passport renewed in as fast as the same day.
6 Months 8 Days
by: Maureen

Question: Hello. I am traveling to Spain from May 26, 2017 to June 4, 2017. My passport expires on December 12, 2017. Do I need to renew? Thanks!

Answer: Spain, as party to the Schengen Agreement, requires that U.S. passports be valid for at least 3 months beyond the bearer's intended date of departure from their country. You have enough validity remaining on your passport. You do not need to renew before your trip.
Do I need to get a new passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Gran Canaria on 20th July for 2 weeks and my passport runs out by the end of October. Do I need to renew my passport before I travel or am I OK?

Answer: The Canary Islands, as a territory of Spain, imposes that same requirements ratified by the Schengen Agreement. You need at least 3 months remaining validity on your passport, counting from your date of departure from the Canary Islands.

Your passport has approximately 3 months validity remaining by July. However, you need to verify if you have 90 days after your departure from Gran Canaria. If you don't, you need to apply for a passport renewal.

Routine service takes 6-8 weeks to complete. If you apply ASAP, you will get your passport in time for your trip.
U.S. passport will expire in Dec 2017
by: Anonymous

Question: I plan to travel to China in August for around 25 days. Do I need to renew my U.S. passport now? What's the requirement for passport validity upon arrival in mainland China?

Answer: A visa and a passport valid for at least 6 months are required to enter China. Your passport does not meet the validity requirement. You need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip. If you apply soon, you do not need to apply for expedited service to get your passport in time for your trip.
Visa
by: Sam

Question: I travel to Turkey on the 20th of May for 10 days; my passport expires in June. I can't buy a visa online. Will I still be able to go?

Answer: In order to enter Turkey, you need to have passport valid for six months beyond your date of entry and a Turkey visa obtained prior to arrival. Since your passport will have less than a month validity remaining by May 20th, you need to apply for a renewal ASAP.

Expedited service via mail takes 2-3 weeks to complete. If you apply in person at a regional passport agency, you will get your passport in 1-8 business days. If you cannot travel to a regional agency, you may authorize a private passport expediter to submit your application on your behalf. Private expediters can get your application processed in as fast as the same day.

Once you get your new passport, you need to apply for a Turkey visa. If you cannot apply and pay for an e-Visa, please contact the Turkish Embassy in Washington, D.C. or the Turkish Consular Call Center at + 90 312 292 29 29 for recommendations.
UK to the Dominican Republic??
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling from the UK to the Dominican Republic. I am traveling May 2017, my son's passport expires August 2017. Will he need his passport renewed?

Answer: U.S. passports need only be valid at the time of entry to the Dominican Republic. If your son is using a U.S. passport, he should be fine.

If he is using a British passport, you need to contact the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in London for entry requirements for British citizens.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm due to go on holiday June 6th for 2 weeks and my passport runs out Nov 19th 2017. Do I need to renew it?

Answer: Whether or not you need to renew your passport depends on your destination. Please check the entry requirements of the county/countries you are visiting to find out if you have enough validity left to be allowed entry.
Renewing Passport for Trip to Italy with 3 months expiration date
by: Anonymous

Question: Greetings,

I am traveling with my mother to Italy next month and just found out her passport expires August 27th, 2017. We leave for Italy May 26th and come back on June 4th. She will technically have 3 months left on her passport when we leave, but it will be less than three months to expiration date when we return. Does she still need to renew her passport? We are staying in Italy the entire trip. I am nervous to renew her passport because we have to give up her current one to do so, and expediting renewals takes 2-3 weeks and that is cutting it close and if it takes longer than she won't be able to go on the tip. Your advice and guidance is truly appreciated. Thank you!

Answer: Italy requires at least 3 months validity remaining on a U.S. passport counting from the date of departure. Since your mother's passport falls short of this requirement, she needs to apply for a renewal before your trip.

You are right in saying that expedited service via mail may be cutting it too close to your travel date. We recommend applying in person at a regional passport agency. To do this, you need to call 1-877-487-2778 and set up an appointment 2 weeks before your trip. In addition to the renewal requirements, your mother also needs to present evidence of immediate international travel like an airline reservation. Applications submitted at a regional agency are processed in 1-8 business days.

If your mother cannot travel to a regional agency, you may apply via a private passport expediter. These companies can get the application processed in as fast as the same day with very little effort on your part.
Passport validity from USA to Kiev, Ukraine
by: Anonymous

Question: Passport validity to enter Kiev, Ukraine from the United States.

Answer: U.S. passports only need to be valid at the time of entry to Ukraine.
Travel from Dubai to Manila
by: Elaine

Question: I am traveling on May 25 2017 from Dubai to Manila and my passport will expire on Nov 17 2017. I will be in the Philippines for a 1-month vacation. Can i travel by that time?

Answer: You just need to have a valid U.S. passport in order to be allowed entry to the Philippines.

If you are using a passport from a different country, please contact the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi for travel document requirements.
Re-entry
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm now here in the Philippines since April 17, 2017 for a 2-month vacation. My passport is valid until September 2017,can I return to my work abroad in Saudi Arabia if do not renew my passport?

Answer: Please contact the Royal Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to verify entry requirements and work visa regulations.

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Salcedo Village, Makati City
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00 - 15.00
Consular hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00 - 15.30
Travel to Barcelona
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Barcelona in May but my passport runs out in June can I still travel?

Answer: In order to enter Barcelona, Spain, you need to have at least 3 months validity remaining on your passport. You need to apply for arenewal before you leave.

Routine processing takes 6-8 weeks to complete. Since you're leaving in May, you need to apply for expedited service to get your passport in 2-3 weeks or less.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I travel to Greece May 13, 2017 for 1 week my passport expires June 2017. Can I still travel on this passport or do i need to renew?

Answer: Greece, like the other countries party to the Schengen Agreement, require at least 3 months validity remaining on your U.S. passport counting from your intended date of departure.

Your passport will only be valid for less than a month after your trip so you need to renew before you leave. Since you are pressed for time, you need to apply for expedited service at a regional passport agency two weeks before your trip. Please bring the following documents:

1. Completed Form DS-82
2. Your most recent passport
3. One new passport photo
4. Payment for fees
5. Proof of immediate international travel (airline tickets to Greece)

Please call 1-877-487-2778 to set an appointment at the agency closest to you. If you apply at a regional agency, you will have your passport in 1-8 business days.

Another option is to apply via a registered private passport expediter. These companies can take the burden of traveling to the agency and getting in line off you so you can dedicate your time on trip planning and other more important things.
Spain trip
by: Ktrflyin

Question: I am traveling to Spain May 11-21st. My passport expires on August 22. Do I need to renew before departing? Thanks!

Answer: Your passport just meets the 3-month validity requirement imposed by Spain. You do not need to renew before your trip.
France, Spain, & Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: My 12-year-old son's passport expires 12/4/17. We are traveling to France, Spain, & Italy from 7/10/17 to 7/20/17. Should I renew his passport?

Answer: France, Spain and Italy are party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, all three countries require at least 3 months validity remaining on U.S. passports, counting from the bearer's intended date of departure.

Your son's passport will have more than the required 3 months. You do not need to apply for a new passport for your child before your trip.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to the Bahamas on June 28th , returning on July 2nd. My passport expires on December 2017. Do I need a new passport before my trip?

Answer: The Bahamas requires that your U.S. passport be valid at the time of entry. You do not need a new passport for your trip.
Traveling to Tenerife
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to Tenerife on the 20th of May 2017 and returning on the 27th my passport expires in October. Am I OK to travel or do I need to renew it before I go?

Answer: The Canary Islands, as an autonomous community of Spain, requires at least 3 months validity remaining on U.S. passports. Yours meets this requirement. You do not need to renew your passport before your trip.
Renewal 3 months before his 18th birthday to get 10 years validity
by: Smasher

Question: My son's passport is valid until September 21, 2017. He will turn 18 years old. Can we apply for my son's passport renewal 3 months before he turns 18 to get 10 years validity on his passport?

Answer: Passports issued to U.S. citizens age 16 and older are valid for 10 years. Your son may apply for a new 'adult' passport anytime since he is over 16.

However, passports issued as a minor or when one was minor cannot be renewed. Your son must apply in person for a new passport.
Peru
by: Peter

Question: I am flying to Lima, Peru from NY on April 19 and returning May 8th. My passport expires in July. Is this enough time or do I need my passport to expire 6 months after my return date?

Answer: Peru only requires that your passport be valid at the time of entry. You may use your passport for your trip to Lima.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: We will travel to Japan and Hong Kong on mid-June and return on July 5. My son's passport expires on December. Does he need a new passport?

Answer: Japan requires that your passports be valid for the entire duration of your stay in their country. Hong Kong requires at least a month beyond your intended stay.

Your son's passport satisfies the requirements of both countries. You do not need to apply for a new passport for him.
Europe Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Europe in May 2017 and my US passport expires in September 2017. Do I need to renew my passport prior?

Answer: The answer to your question depends on which European country you are traveling to. If you are going a country within the Schengen area, you need to have at least 3 months validity left on your passport counting from your intended date of departure.

Please check the entry requirements of the countries you are visiting to find out if you need to renew your passport before your trip.
Passport
by: teresa

Question: We are doing a Mediterranean cruise leaving on 16th April. We arrive back on 30th April but our passports run out on the 9th October. Is this OK? Thanks.

Answer: Please contact the cruise line you are traveling with to verify entry requirements for the countries you will be visiting.

If you are going on a closed-loop cruise, you may not need a passport. A closed loop cruise is one that starts and ends in the same U.S. city.
Irish passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in October. When do I need to renew it if I'm travelling to Spain in August and the U.S. in September?

Answer: Under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), Irish passport holders can travel to the Unied States for visits of up to 90 days without a visa. Your passport needs only be valid for the duration of your stay in the U.S.

Spain, as party to the Schengen Agreement, requires at least 3 months validity remaining on your passport counting from your intended date of departure from the Schengen Area. Your passport does not meet this requirement. Therefore, you must renew before you leave for Spain in August.

Please contact the Spanish Embassy in Dublin for the updated entry requirements for Irish citizens.
Malta
by: Anonymous

Question: My holiday to Malta is on the 27th of May. My passport expires on the 8th August 2018 do l need to renew my passport before I go?

Answer: Malta is party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, you need to have at least three months remaining validity on your passport in order to enter the country.

Your passport satisfies this requirement. You do not need to renew before your trip.
Passport validity
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Dublin in June 2017 and my passport runs out August 2017. Will I be OK to travel?

Answer: Ireland requires that U.S. passports be valid for the duration of the bearer's intended stay. You should be OK to travel with your current passport unless you are staying until after August.
Spain Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Madrid on April 6 ,2017 and coming back on April 25. My passport will expire on July 23. Am I OK for travel?

Answer: Spain, as party to the Schengen Agreement, requires that U.S. passports be valid for 3 months counting from your intended date of departure. Your passport falls a few days short of this requirement. You need to renew your passport before your trip.

Since you are leaving in a couple of days, you have two ways of getting your passport on time. One, you can apply a the nearest regional passport agency and present evidence of immediate international travel. Regional agencies require appointments but MAY entertain walk-ins. Make sure you arrive before the agency opens.

Two, you can apply through a private passport expediter who can get your application processed in as fast as the same day.
Flying to Canada in June - U.S. passport expires in August
by: Anonymous

Question: I am flying to Canada on May 28th & returning on June 6th & my US passport expires in August. Do I need to renew my passport now?


Answer: There is no need to renew your passport before your trip. You can travel to Canada and return to the United States as long as your passport is valid.
Travel to Dubai
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to Dubai on May 13 to June 10, 2017 if my Philippines passport will expire on November 27, 2017?

Answer: Philippine passport holders are required to secure visas in advance of travel to the UAE. Passports must also be valid for 6 more months counting from the date of entry to the country. Please contact the closest Embassy or Consulate of the United Arab Emirates to verify updated entry requirements.
Traveling to Canada in June - Passport expires in August
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Canada in June and my passport expires at the end of August. Will I be okay? I read the country requirements, but wanted to make sure.

Answer: Canada only requires that U.S. citizens possess proof of citizenship and proof of identity to enter their country. A valid U.S. passport satisfies both requirements. Your passport is good for travel to Canada and return to the United States.
Traveling to America 2017
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to America from Ireland with an Irish passport on the 31st of May and returning the 15th of June. My passport expires 28th of August 2017. Do I need to renew before travel?

Answer: According to the United States Customs and Border Protection website, Irish passports need only be valid for the duration of one's stay in the U.S. You do not need to renew your passport before your trip.
Entry to Mexico with 3 Months Validity in Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: We will be traveling to Cancun, Mexico this coming May 21-25. My son's passport will expire by Aug 8; will he be allowed to enter the country? Our airline is Southwest and they said they allow it but we have to double check with the country that we're going to. Please let me know, thank you.

Answer: Mexico only requires that your passport be valid in order to be allowed entry. You son's passport is good for travel to Mexico and re-entry to the United States.
Passport Validity for Travel to the USA
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter is 17 years old with an Irish passport which is due to expire in August 2017.

We are traveling to New York on 1st May 2017 for a 5-day holiday. Will her passport be valid? Thank you.

Answer: Based on information from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Irish citizens need only possess a passport that is valid for the duration of their stay in the United States. Your daughter's passport may be used for your upcoming trip.
UK passport to USA
by: Anonymous

Question: Travelling to Las Vegas for a week in April from UK but passport runs out middle of July. Will I be allowed entry and exit from USA?

Answer: Your passport meets the validity requirement.
Do I need to renew my son's passport or is it still good for us to travel?
by: Anonymous

Question: Going to Philippines on 29th of May 2017. Will return to USA on June 20, 2017. My son's passport will expire on September 16 2017. Is it good enough for us to travel or do I need to renew it first?

Answer: Your son's passport has sufficient validity. Please contat the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Bahamas
by: Ashley

Question: I am traveling to the Bahamas in May 2017 and my passport expires in October of 2017. Will it be accepted?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to the Bahamas.
USA
by: Gary

Question: I am travelling to the USA from the UK next month (April) and my passport expires in September. Will I be okay?

Answer: Yes, you will. Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip.
Passport expires 27th June 2017
by: Anonymous

Question: I want to travel to Spain or Greece for a week departing 29th May 2017 returning 5th June 2017. My son's passport expires 27/06/2017. Would this be ok or would I need to apply for a new passport?

Answer: Your son will need a new passport. both Spain and Greece require 3 months validity beyond duration of stay in a passport as an entry requirement.
Passport information
by: Dawn

Question: I'm British. Can I travel to the Philippines 2from 7 March to 29 April 2017 with a passport expiry date of 28 June 2017? Thank you.

Answer: Please contact the airlines and/or Embassy of the Philippines to confirm entry requirements for citizens of the UK.
Passport Validity
by: Fernando A

Question: My son is an American citizen but currently lives outside the USA. His American passport expires April 23, 2017. He will be travelling to the United States on April 3, 2017. Is it OK? Will be be able to enter the US?

THANKS

Answer: Yes, he will. His passport only needs to be valid at time of entry.
US to Canada to US
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a green card holder planning to travel to Ontario, Canada on May 2017. My passport will expire in August. Will it still be valid?

Answer: Yes, it will.
my passport runs out Dec 2017
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to France on 3rd September 2017 and my passport expires December 2017. Will I need to renew my passport or can I travel?

Answer: France requires a U.S. passport be valid for 3 months beyond the duration of stay. The U.S. Department of States recommend your passport have 6 months of validity remaining when traveling in the Schengen region.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires July 30th. I am traveling to Ireland July 25th-July 31st. I have not renewed it yet. Will I be denied re-entry passed on a 6 month or 3 month rule?

Answer: Ireland requires a passport be valid for the duration of stay. Since your passport will expire during your visit, you need renew it before you travel.
5 mos before US passport expire (minor child accompanied by adult)
by: Anonymous

Question: My husband left today for the Philipines with my 11-year-old son. I just found out that his passport will expire in August 2017. Will it be a problem to enter the Philipines and re-enter the US?

Answer: It should not be a problem.
passport expiring, travel to Viet Nam
by: Anonymous

Question: Does travelling to Viet Nam require a passport to be valid for 3 or more months from date of entry or departure? I cannot find this information here or on the Vietnamese embassy site.

Answer: According to the Department of States, your passport must be valid for six months beyond your planned stay and you must have at least one blank visa page to visit Vietnam. A visa is also required. We recommend you contact the Embassy of Vietnam to confirm travel document requirements.
Traveling to Turkey
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport runs out 18th November 2017. I'm travelling to Turkey 13th-28th May 2017. Is my passport valid as I'm not sure if it's 6 months from date of travel or date of return?

Answer: Passports must be valid for six months beyond your entry date. You will be denied entry into Turkey if there is not enough space for entry and exit stamps in your passport. Please contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Egypt travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expire in mid-March 2018 and I'm traveling to Egypt in mid-September for a month. Is my passport OK or do I need to renew it before traveling?

Answer: According to the U.S. Department of State, you must have a passport with six months validity and a visa to enter Egypt. Please check the exact dates of your passport's date of expiration and your date of arrival in Egypt. We recommend you contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: If I leave on April 1st 2017 to go to Antigua and my passport expires on the 6th September 2017, is my passport valid?

Answer: U.S. citizens must have a U.S. passport that is valid for 180 days following your departure date from Antigua. Therefore, you need to apply for a passport renewal before you travel.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Do I need to renew my passport that will expire on 2018? I came to the United States under a fiancé visa and now I'm married to my American husband.

Answer: If you are traveling overseas, you may need to renew your passport. This will depend on requirements set by your destination country on passports holders of your home country.

In order to re-enter the United States, you need to be in possession of a valid passport and your permanent resident card (green card).
Passport Question
by: Anonymous

Question: We will be traveling to South Africa in April 2017. My passport expires August 2018. My husbands expires January 2018. Are we ok to travel?

Answer: Your passports have sufficient validity for your trip to South Africa.
Holiday
by: Anonymous

Question: Am going to Turkey on the 1st May. My passport runs out on the 27th Nov. Can I still use my passport or will I need to get a new one?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to Turkey.
Valid passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Will my passport still be valid if I am traveling in Punta Cana and my passport expires in September 2017?

Answer: Yes, it will.
Travel to the Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expires October 2017. I'm going on a holiday to the Philippines from May to June 2017. Is it stll acceptable?

Answer: Yes, it is.
Regarding passport validity
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. We are planning to stay 1 month in Singapore (29 April to 1 June) but my daughter's passport is going to expire in September. Is it possible to travel without renewing her passport?

Answer: To enter Singapore, you need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your intended stay. You need to renew your daughter's passport before you travel.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Kos on 3rd October 2017. Do I need to renew my passport? It runs out in December.

Answer: Yes, you need to apply for a renewal before you travel. Greece requires a U.S. passport be valid for three months beyond the duration of your stay.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I am a Filipino and I'm married to a U.S. citizen. My passport will expire in Sept 2017. I'm currently in the U.S. and we're planning to travel to Florida and stay for a week. Is my passport still good or should I renew it before traveling? Thanks.

Answer: Your passport can be presented as valid ID as long as it has not expired.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires this October 2017 can I still travel this April 2017?

Answer: The answer depends on the exact dates of travel and your passport's date of expiration. Many countries require a U.S. passport be valid for six months beyond length of stay. Please check specific entry requirements for the countries you plan to visit.
Passport Renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Macedonia in April this year, also known as a FROYM. My passport expires in June. Do I need to renew my passport before traveling?

Answer: Your passport needs to be valid for the duration of your stay in Macedonia. If you are staying more than 90 days and need a visa, your passport has to be valid three months beyond the validity of that visa. In which case, you need to renew your passport before your trip.
passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in June 2017. Will I still be able to travel to Portugal in April?

Answer: Your passport must have three months of validity beyond the duratation of your stay in Portugal. You need to renew your passport before you travel.
Sydney March 2017
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Sydney, Australia on March 16, 2017 and my passport expires on Sep 17, 2017. Can I travel and return without renewing my passport?

Answer: Yes, you can.
Passport question
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Cuba on March 10, 2017. My passport expires August 2017. Does this mean I will not be able to go?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to Cuba.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm planning to travel to Europe in May, 2017 but my passport is expiring in August 2017.Should I renew it now? Will I have a problem in port of entry in Europe if I don't renew it? I'm only planning to stay there for about 10-11 days.

Answer: The answer depends on your specific destinations. Please verify entry requirements for the countries you plan to visit.
6 month rule
by: Anonymous

Question: Travelling back from Dubai 19 Aug 2017. Passport expires 27 Feb 2018. Is this still valid?

Answer: A U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to the United States.
Passport Validity
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Jamaica in Sept 2017. My passport expires in March 2018. Do I need to renew it?

Answer: No, you do not need to renew your passport before you travel to Jamaica.
Travel to Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Italy on July 15, 2017. My passport expires July 2017. Would I still be OK to travel?

Answer: Your U.S. passport must be valid for three months beyond the period of stay in Italy. You need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Will I be able to travel?
by: Martina

Question: My passport runs out in February 2018 and I will be traveling to Turkey in August 2017. Will my passport still be valid?

Answer: Passports must be valid for six months beyond your entry date in order to visit Turkey. Please check the exact date you arrive and the exact date your passport expires.
Tenerife
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I'm travelling to Tenerife in August 2017 and my passport expires on November 2017. Will I be OK?

Answer: The answer depends on the exact date you travel and the exact date your passport expires. A U.S. passport must be valid for 3 months beyond the duration of your stay to enter the Canary Islands. If your passport does not meet this requirements, you will need to renew it.
please help
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to Benidorm in June 2017 with an Irish passport for a week. My passport is valid until July 2017. Can I use my passport or will I need a new one?

Answer: Please contact the Spain's Embassy in Dublin. Passport requirements are often differnt for EU members than for citizens of the United States.
Travel to Gran Canaria
by: Tracey

Question: My mum is going to Gran Canaria on the 17th of March and her passport expires on the 10th of July. Is she still ok to use it?

Answer: While entry requirements vary according to nationality, not more than 3 months of validity beyond duration of stay are usually required. You mum's passport should have sufficient validity for her trip.
UK Passport query
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.K. Passport expires 17 September 2017 & I am planning a short trip to San Francisco returning before end of June 2017. Will I need to renew before I go?

Answer: No, you do not need to renew your passport before visiting the United States.
Cayman; valid passport?
by: Anonymous

Question: My son is traveling with me to the Cayman Islands March 21-28, 2017. His passport expires on April 10th, 2017. Will it be valid?

Answer: Yes, it will.
Passport enquiry
by: Sandra

Question: Hi I'm travelling to Lanzarote, Spain on 5th May 2017 till the 12th May but my passport expires on 13th June 2017. Do I need to get a new one?

Answer: Since Spain requires a U.S. passport have three months of validity beyond the duration of stay as an entry requirement, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Travel to Germany
by: Joanne

Question: I plan on traveling to Germany on May 25, 2017. My passport expires July 15, 2017. Will I have any problems traveling?

Answer: Germany requires a passport be valid for three months beyond duration of stay. Therefore, you need to apply for a passport renewal before you travel.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Spain on 17th June 2017. My passports expires on 19th Sept 2017. Will I be ok?

Answer: Your passport must be valid for 3 months beyond your stay in Spain. If you plan to stay longer than two days in Spain, you need to renew your passport before you travel.
Going to Singapore
by: Anonymous

Question: Me and my daughter were planning to have a vacation in Singapore this coming April 2-6, 2017 but my daughter's passport will expire on April 15, 2017. Can we still go for travel without any problems?

Answer: To enter Singapore, you need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your intended stay. Your daughter needs to get a new passport before you travel.
passport renewal in Holland
by: anonymous

Question: Passports expire in May 2017 and July 2017. Can we travel from US to Schiphol, The Netherlands to renew out passports?

Answer: Passports must be valid for 3 months beyond your intended time of stay in order to enter The Netherlands. You need to renew your passports before you travel. Please contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Traveling from Cali to Costa Rica
by: Lala

Question: We are traveling to CR in April 20-25 2017 But one of my travelers passport expires in May 2017. Would it still be valid to travel?

Answer: Yes, the passport is valid for the trip.
Passport expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to UK May 22-27. Passport expires Aug 2017. Is that enough time or do I need a new one?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip to the UK.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: We are planning on traveling to Canada on a March 23rd until the 26th. My husband's passport expires March 31st. Will he be ok?

Answer: Your husband's passport has sufficient validity for travel to Canada.
Question
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, I'm traveling to California from the CNMI on April 2017 and my passport expires on September 2017. Do I have to renew it or can I still travel and renew it after the trip?

Answer: A U.S. passport only need to be valid at time of entry to the United States. A passport is not required for U.S. citizens to travel between the United States and U.S. territories. However, we recommend you contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Traveling to Switzerland
by: Anonymous

Question: My trip is from March 13 until March 20, 2017. My passport expires on July 27, 2017. Will I be okay to travel?

Answer: Yes, you will. Switzerland requires only 3 months of validity in your passport beyond the duration of your stay. Please contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Traveling to Qatar
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Qatar and my daughter is going with me from March 12-24. She is 5 years old and her passport expires August 2, 2017. Do I need to renew her passport before the trip or do we have enough to travel and return?

Answer: Requirements for entry to Qatar include a passport valid for at least six months and a visa. Based on this, you need to get her a new passport and, if she does not already have one, obtain a Qatar visa for her. Please contact the airlines to confirm travel entry requirements.
Flying
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I'm due to travel to Menorca on the 22nd of May 2017 and my passport expires in June 2017. I'm only going for 7 days. Can I still use my passport?

Answer: You need to renew your passport before you travel. Spain requires a U.S. passport be valid for 3 months beyond the duration of your stay.
Traveling to Ireland
by: Justin

Question: I'm traveling to Ireland May 17-28. My passport expires in August of this year. Will that be ok?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to Ireland.
Passport travel confusion
by: Lindsay

Question: My husband and I both have had passports for the past 10 years. Mine expired this february '17 and his expires this July '17. We are both in the process of getting a new one and have already booked a vacation to Antigua in July '17. Does this mean we cannot go now because we won't have had our new passports long enough?

Answer: U.S. passports can be used for international travel to any destination from the day they are issued. There is no requirement concerning time from the date of issue. Some countries have entry requirements concerning how much validity remains on a passport. For example, U.S. citizens must have a U.S. passport that is valid for 180 days following their departure date to enter Antigua. This means a passport must still have at least 6 months of validity remaining on it before a visitor will be allowed to enter.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Spain in July. My passport expires in August. Do I need to renew?

Answer: Yes, you do. Your passport must have at least 3 months of validity beyond the duration of your stay to visit Spain. You can find a list of passport renewal requirements here.
passport
by: chris

Question: I travel to Turkey from 30th Aug 2017 to 14th Sep 2017. My passport runs out 17th March 2018. Will this be ok?

Answer: Passports must be valid for six months beyond your entry date to travel to Turkey. Since your passport meets this requirements, you do not need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip.
Renew?
by: Monique

Question: Hello,
My husband and I are traveling from Los Angeles to France and Spain in April. We return to the US on April 22, 2017 and my husband's passport expires on October 25, 2017. Does he need to renew his passport? Thank you.

Answer: No, he does not need to renew his passport before your trip. France and Spain only require a passport be valid for 3 months beyond length of stay in the Schengen region and the United States only requires a US passport be valid at time of reentry. While the State Dept. does recommend traveling to Europe with a passport that has at least 6 months of validity beyond your stay, it is not a requirement.
Returning to US with US passport about to expire in 5 month
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi,

My parents' US passports will expire in July 2017, and they are planning to come back to US in April 2017 from China. Do they need to renew their passports before the trip? Does 6-month passport validity apply to US citizens?

Answer: No, it does not. Passports of American citizens only need to be valid at time of reentry to the United States.
Passport valid?
by: Anonymous

Question: Travelling to Malta in May. Passport runs out in June. Can I still travel using this passport?

Answer: Your passport must be valid for three months beyond your stay in Malta. You need to renew your passport before your trip.
Validation
by: Anonymous

Question: Travelling to Tenerife April 2017 passport expires July 2017. Is passport still valid?

Answer: The answer depends on how long you will be in Tenerife and the exact date your passport expires. Your passport must be valid for 3 months beyond the duration of your stay in Spain. If it does not have sufficient validity, you will need to renew it before you travel. Please contact the airlines to verify travel document requirements.
Going to Gran Canaria
by: Anonymous

Question: My childs passport runs out April 2018. We go to Gran Canaria in Aug 2017. Will the passport be ok to use?

Answer: Yes, it will.
Dublin
by: Anonymous

Question: Travelling to Dublin 3rd March 2017. Passport runs out Aug 2017. This is a child's passport 15 years. Is it valid?

Answer: The passport has sufficient validity for the trip.
Manila
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm here in Riyadh and I plan to extend my contract till Oct. 2018. My passport will exipire on Nov.8, 2018. Do I need to renew it first before I extend my stay? Thanks.

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Saudi Arabia for information about passport requirements for extending your stay.
travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Punta Cana on March 18, 2017 and returning March 24, 2017. My passport expires in May 2017. Will I be okay?

Answer: Yes, you will. The Dominican Republica only requires a passport be valid at time of entry.
Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: Leaving for Jamaica 8/14/17 and returning 8/21/17 but my passport expires 2/4/18. Do I need to renew it.

Answer: No, you do not. Your passport is valid for your trip.
Holland Passport expire
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Holland for a long weekend in April and my passport expires in May. Can I travel?

Answer: Entry into Holland requires that your passport be valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure. You need to renew your passport before you travel.
Can I use my passport?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Malta on 11th of March. My passport runs out on April 26. Will I be able to use it?

Answer: Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of departure from Malta. Since your passport does not meet this requirements, you need to apply for a renewal before you travel. We recommend you request expedited renewal service to ensure your new passport arrives before your departure date.
Passport expires
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Benidorm on 26th April 2017 from Belfast for 4 days + my passport expires on 18th may 2017 do I need to renew it?

Answer: 6 months of validity is recommended but 3 months beyond departure is required in U.S. passports. Please contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I plan on traveling to Jamaica March 2017 and to return March 2017, however, my passport expires June 2017. Will I be able to use my passport to enter Jamaica and then renter the USA? I am a citizen of the USA .

Answer: Yes, you will.
Dominican Republic
by: Anonymous

Question: My husband's passport expires September 2017. We are traveling to Dominican Republic in April for one week. Does he need to renew his passport?

Answer: Your husband does not need to renew hispassport before your trip. The Dominican Republica only requires it be valid at time of entry.
Passport validity to USA
by: Anonymous

Question: I am flying to Vegas from the UK in September 2017. My passport expires March 2018. Do I need to renew it?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip to the United States.
US to France
by: DAM

Question: Do I need to renew my passport to travel to France if I arrive on March 5th-13th and my passport expires on June 13th?

Answer: France requires 3 months of validity beyond your stay. Your passport the exact amount required. Please contact the airlines to verify the acceptability of your passport.
Traveling to Benidorm from U.K.
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to Benidorm beginning of May 2017 for 4 nights. My passport is due for renewal in August. Will I be ok to travel with my current passport or should I renew it now?

Answer: Your passport must be valid for three months beyond the duration of your stay in order to visit Spain. Since you did not provide specific dates, we cannot answer your question. If your passport expires towards the end of August, you should be okay. Otherwise, you may need to apply for a renewal before you travel.
Confused
by: Nora

Question: My son is going to Poland in December 2017 for 4 days. His passport expires in April 2018. Is he ok to travel?

Answer: Poland requires a passport have 3 months validity remaining beyond the duration of stay. You need to calculate from the date your son departs Poland to his passport's date of expiration. If it is longer than 3 months, the passport is valid for the trip. If it is less than 3 months, he needs to apply for a renewal before he travels.
Urgent
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi! My passport is valid til Sept 11 2017. I'm planning to fly to LAX this April and stay there for 6 mos. My passport will expire a few days after my return flight from LAX to MNL. Is it a must to renew my passport before leaving MNL to LAX because of the above mentioned issue? Thanks!

Answer: You do not need to renew your passport before traveling to the United States. Please contact the airlines for confirmation of travel document requirements.
Passport expired 15 day after we are back
by: Elsa

Question: Hi. I'm traveling to Lima, Peru with my husband, son and daughter. My 3-year-old daughter's passport expires 15 day after we are back in New York. Would she be fine to travel to Lima?

Answer: Yes, she is. Her passport has sufficient validity for the trip.
Holiday in Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Spain on 03.04.17 returning to UK on 10.04.17. My passport expires on 19.06.17. Is my passport ok?

Answer: Your passport must be valid for 3 months beyond the duration of stay. You need to get a new passport before you travel.
Holiday in Majorca
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going on a holiday in May. My passport expires in September. Will I have to renew it before I go?

Answer: Your passport is valid for travel to Spain. You can apply for a renewal after your trip.
Dominican Republic
by: Star

Question: I have a trip scheduled to the Dominican Republic in April. My passport expires in May. Will I still be able to use it?

Answer: Yes, you can use your current passport to travel to the Domincan Republic.
Regarding passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Tenerife on 2nd June 2017 for 4 days and my passport runs out November 2017. Will I be ok to use current passport or do I need to get a new one?

Answer: You can use your current passport to travel to Spain.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to New York in February. My passport expires in April. Will I be ok?

Answer: A passport is not required for domestic flights. If you are returning from abroad, your passport only needs to be valid at time of entry.
Japan
by: Anonymous

Question: I have a Netherlands passport that expires 15/05/2017 amd I'm planning a trip to Japan in March. Is my passport valid?

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Japan and/or the airlines for the latest entry requirements for citizens of the Netherlands.
Visit to Portugal
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm planning a visit to Portugal on 1 May 2017 for 7 days and my passport ends 27 September 2017. Will it still be valid?

Answer: Yes, it will. Your passport only needs to have 3 months of validity beyond your stay in order to enter Portugal.
Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from US to Bahamas. My travel dates are 12/29/17 - 2/3/17. My passport expires on 2/19/17. Will I need to renew before travel?

Answer: You do not need to renew your passport before your trip. It has sufficient validity for travel to the Bahamas.
Planning Travel to Colombia
by: Anonymous

Question: My U.S. Passport expires in June 2017, I am planning to travel to Colombia in April 2017, can I travel or must I renew my passport?

Answer: You passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to visit Colombia. You can apply for a renewal after your trip.
Renew passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Budapest in April. My passport runs out in September. Do I need to renew it before I go?

Answer: No, you do not. A passport with three months of validity beyond your date of departure is required for entry to Hungary.
5 months before passport expires
by: quinton

Question: I am Canadian and flying to Philippines on the 25 of Jan, my pasport expires in 5 months, Jun 26, will I be ok to stay there for 3 weeks?

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of the Philippines and/or the airlines for information about entry requirements for citizens of Canada.
Will my passport still be valid?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a U.S. Citizen and my passport expires on September 2017 and I am traveling to the Philippines on March 2, 2017 and staying for a month. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: You do not need to apply for a renewal before your trip. Your passport has sufficient validity for entry to the Philippines.
South Korea
by: South Korea

Question: I'm going to travel to Seoul Feb 17 to 21, 2017. My passport expires August 30, 2017. Will I need to renew before that or no need?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to South Korea.
Traveling a month prior to expiration
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I still travel in April if my passport expires in May?

Answer: It depends on your destination. Many countries require six months validity remaining in your passport as an entry requirement.
Time lap in passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going away February 10th and my passport expires March 21st. Can I use it? It's a 4 day break. Thank you.

Answer: The answer depends on your destination. Entry requirements vary widely. Some countries only require a passport be valid at time of entry while others require it have at least six months of validity remaining beyond the duration of stay.
Traveling
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to England on Jan 31st and my passport expires May 28t. Is my passport still valid to travel?

Answer: Yes, it is. A U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to visit England.
Is my passport valid?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Geneva 8/04/17. My passport expires 17/10/17. Is it still valid to travel?

Answer: Yes, it is. We recommend you contact the airline to confirm travel document requirements.
Ecuador
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires on 7/9/17 and I'm travelling to Ecuador on 4/3/17 for 14 days do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: The latest information we have states that Ecuador requires a passport have six months validity remaining at time of entry. Since your passport does not meet this requirements, you need to renew it.
Travel to Turkey
by: Fiona

Question: I am going to Turkey 17th June 2017 and my passport runs out 9th December. Do I need a new one or can I go with this one?

Answer: Passports must be valid for six months beyond your entry date to travel to Turkey. Since your passport does not meet this requirements, you need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Benidorm at the end of March and coming back at the start of April. My passport expires in April. Will I need to renew it before I travel?

Answer: Yes, you will. Spain requires a U.S. passport be valid for 3 months beyond the duration of your stay.

Passport Renewal Requirements
UK citizen travelling to Ecuador
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Ecuador on 4th March and my passport expires on 7th September. Is this ok?

Answer: Please contact the Embassy of Ecuador and/or the airlines for information about entry requirements for citizens of the UK.
Can I get back into the country?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning a trip in mid-February to Ireland, I saw that the 6 month validity rule doesn't apply there, my passport will expire in August 2017. I figure I'll be able to get into Ireland, but will I have an issue coming back into the States?

Answer: As long as your passport is valid at time of entry, there shouldn't be any issues.
St Martin
by: Anonymous

Question: My husband's passport expires on March 14 2017. We are going to St Martin on Jan 27th. Do you know what there rule is?

Answer: U.S. citizens must have a U.S. passport with at least 6 months validity to enter the French West Indies. Your husband needs to apply for a renewal before he travels. In order to get a new passport in just a few days, your husband must either apply at a regional passport agency or through a registered courier.
Good day
by: Yzel

Question: I will travel to Hong Kong this April and my passport will expire in September. Do I need to renew it before I travel?

Answer: No, you do not. The validity of your passport will suffice for entry to Hong Kong.
Grand Cayman
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Grand Cayman the end of March & my passport expires in July. Do I have to renew before I go or can I wait?

Answer: You can wait to renew your passport. Your passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to visit the Cayman Islands.
Valid Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic May 27, 2017. My passport expires on August 2017. Will I be ok with my current passport or do I need to renew before leaving?

Answer: You do not need to renew your passport before you travel to Punta Cana. The Dominican Republica only requires it be valid at time of entry.
Valid passport
by: Nadine

Question: I travel to Malaga on 3 March 2017 and my passport expires 27 June 2017. Will this be valid or will I have to renew?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip.
expired passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires 17/07/2017. Can I travel to Spain on 14/04/2017 for 7 days?

Answer: Your passport must be valid for 3 months beyond the duration of your stay in Spain. Since your passport does not have sufficient validity, you need to apply for a renewal before you travel.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going Benidorm on 24 of Feb for the weekend and my passport runs out in April. Do I need a new one for then? Just unsure about it all.

Answer: Yes, you need a new passport before you travel to Benidorm. Spain requires a passport be valid for 3 months beyond the duration of stay. Click the link below for more information.

Passport Renewal Requirements
Travel to Hungary with Greek passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My husband has a Greek Passport. It expires on the 27/6/2017 & we are travelling to Budapest for 3 days on 27/2/2017. Will it be ok?

Answer: Validity of three months beyond departure from the Schengen Area is required to enter Hungary. Six months of validity remaining is recommended. Please contact the Embassy of Hungary for more information.
Aus to Hawaii
by: Anonymous

Question: I am getting a new passport now and it will be ready in three weeks 31/01/17. I fly in September. I was told you need 6 months on your passport to go. Is this correct?

Answer: Your passport is valid for travel to any destionation as soon as it arrives. Some countries require a passport have at least six month of validity remaining before a traveler is allowed to enter.
Travel to India
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to India on April 3rd and comming back on the 14th. My passport will expire on October 16th. Do I need to renew my passport before travelling?

Answer: No, you do not. A U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to visit India.
Canadian going to U.S.
by: Laurie

Question: I am flying down to Florida at the end of Feb. to drive my Mom home in March/April. My passport is valid til May 31st. Should I renew before I leave?

Answer: It is not necessary to renew your passport before your trip. It only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay.
Travel Inquiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I will visit the Philippines on Feb.10 and will be back Feb 20, 2017. My passport will expire in April 2017. Do I need to renew my passport before I leave?

Answer: No, you do not.
Travel to Bali
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm planning a trip to Bali from March 4, 2017 to March 11, 2017. My passport will expire on September 14, 2017. Will I be able to travel with this passport?

Answer: You will need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your arrival in Indonesia. Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip to Bali.
Travel to Vietnam
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in July. Will I be able to travel to Vietnam?

Answer: Your passport must be valid for six months beyond your planned stay and you must have at least one blank visa page in order to visit Vietnam. Since your passport does not have sufficient validity, you need to apply for a renewal before you travel.
Less than 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am flying to UK in 2 months. My US passport will be ready by then but from UK I will go to Spain and my passport won't be 3 months old. Will I have issues? I have had the card to travel to Canada for years. Will my passport have the same number?

Answer: Your passport will be valid for travel to Spain. It does not need to be 3 months old. It needs to have at least 3 months of validity remaining before it expires.

Your new passport will have a different number.
Travelling to Bulgaria
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter's passport expires in September 2017. We are travelling to Bulgaria in February 2017. Is this ok?

Answer: A U.S. passport must be valid for at least three (3) months from the expected date of departure from Bulgaria. If your daughter's passport meets this requirement, she can use it to make the trip.
Switzerland/Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Switzerland & Italy in April 2017 (7th-15th). My passport expires Oct 7th 2017. Will I be able to travel on this current passport?

Answer: Yes, you will. Both Switzerland and Italy require only 3 months of validity in your passport beyond the duration of your stay. Please contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Lanzarote in August & my passport runs out in September. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Yes, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Passport expires June 2017
by: Anonymous

Question: I will visit the Philippines on Jan 7 and will be back Feb 3, 2017. My passport will expire in June 2017. Do I need to renew my passport before I leave?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip to the Philippines.
Validity
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm leaving Jan 26 and returning on Feb 27, 2017. I will be going to the Philippines. My US passport expires June 17, 2017. Do I need to renew my passport before I leave?

Answer: No, you do not.
Validity for travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I will travel to Philippines from July 31 to Aug 27, 2017. My passport will expire on Nov 2017. Will it still be ok?

Answer: Yes, it will.
Travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I have an emergency and I need to travel to my country. I don't have my US passport yet. It's in process. I have my passport from Spain. Can I travel with this passport?

Answer: If you are a U.S. citizen, you need to present a valid U.S. passport to reenter the United States. Please check the status of your application here. If the process has not been completed, we recommend you visit the nearest regional agency to see if you can get your passport before you travel. Please call 1-877-487-2778 if you need further assistance.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Dominican Republic January 26th, 2017. Passport expire march 2017. Am I able to travel on my passport?

Answer: Yes, you are. A U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to visit the Dominican Republic.
Passport expired and renewal still in process
by: Ludwig

Question: I renewed my passport a month ago. My flight will leave in a couple days and my passport has not come yet. What are my options to travel with a expired passport?

Answer: You cannot travel with an expired passport. The airlines will not allow you to board your flight. Unless you requested expedited service, it can take up to six weeks for a passport application to be processed. You can check the status of your application here. If the passport has not already been mailed to you, please visit the nearest regional passport agency to see if they can assist in getting your passport.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires march 11, 2017 and I need to travel to Dublin, Ireland February 1-6, 2017. Am I allowed to use this passport without renewal?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to Ireland which only requires it be valid for the duration of your stay. Please contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Traveling to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Canada by car Dec 17-Jan 2. My US passport expires Jan 3, 2017. Will I have a problem? Thank you.

Answer: It shouldn't be a problem. Your passport only needs to be valid at time of entry.
Panama
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going from Toronto to Panama Feb 6-20. My passport expiry is March 17th. Am I ok?

Answer: U.S. citizens traveling to Panama must present a passport with at least 3 months of validity beyond the date of entry. Since your passport does not meet this requirement, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip. Current processing time for routine service is 4-6 weeks.
Visa for Travel to China
by: Anonymous

Question: My employer wants me to go to China this coming holiday. She wants me to apply for a visa tomorrow but my passport will expire on June 5, 2017. Do you think I can still get a visa? I think the passport should be 6 months before the expiry date.

Answer: Your passport must have at least six months of validity remaining in order to apply for a visa to China. If you can provide proof of travel and the need to obtain a Chinese visa, you can apply for a passport renewal at a regional agency. Another option is to employ the services of a registered courier service to renew your passport as quickly as the same day.
Trip to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: My 19-year-old son is traveling to Jamaica 2/24/17 to 3/4/17. His passport expires on 3/15/17. Is he okay with his passport?

Answer: Your son's passport has sufficient validity for his trip. Jamaica only requires a passport be valid at the time of entry and exit.
Travel to Europe
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to France, Switzerland, Germany and Holland in Feb 2017. My passport runs out in June 2017. Do I need a renewal?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to the countries you listed. However, the U.S. Department of States recommends that American citizens travel to the Schengen area with passports that have at least 6 months validity beyond the planned date of departure. Please contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements. If you wish to renew your passport before your trip, you will find a list of instructions here.
British passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter's British passport expires on May 17, 2017. She wishes to travel to India on December 9, 2016 and return in January 2017. Will this be a problem?

Answer: Please contact the HM Passport Office for answers to questions about British passport renewals.
passport renewal
by: margaret

Question: I come back from Malta the 3rd January 2017. My passpirt runs out June 2017. Will it still be elegible for travel?

Answer: Malta only requires a U.S. passport be valid for three months beyond your date of departure. Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to Malta. If you plan to travel between your return to the United States in January and your passport's expiration in June, you need to verify entry requirements for the countries you plan to visit. Some countries require at least six months of validity remaining in a passport.
Travel to Honduras
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Roatan, Honduras Christmas 2016 and my passport expires May 2017. Will I still be able to travel?

Answer: To enter Honduras, you need a U.S. passport with at least six months validity and evidence of onward travel. Since your passport does not meet this requirements, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip. We recommend you expedite your passport renewal in order to guarantee that it arrives before your departure date.
passport question
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling back to the US in Nov 2016 from overseas and my passport expires early Jan 2017 and don't have time to renew, is it okay?

Answer: Yes, it is okay. A U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of reentry to the United States.
Brazil
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to Brazil on Business In November 2016. My passport expires in February 2017. Will I be ok?

Answer: The lastest information we have states that a U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to Brazil. We recommend you contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Passport question
by: Anonymous

Question: If I'm travelling to Tenerife in Dec and my passport runs out in May. Will it be valid?

Answer: Only 3 months validity beyond your stay is required. However, the U.S. Department of State recommends 6 months of validiy. Please contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Extending a trip beyond passport entry requirements
by: Anonymous

Question: I am currently on a work trip in a country where, in order to be allowed in, I needed to have at least 3 months from the date of my return flight until my passport expires. I ended up having to extend my trip while over here, making it so there will be slightly less than 3 months until my passport expires when I leave. Will I run into any problems when I try to leave? Do I need to see if the US Consulate can extend my expiration date?

Answer: We recommend you contact the airlines and customs and border control services of the country you are visiting for information about the validity of your passport for exiting the country.

It is not possible to extend the expiration date of a passport. However, you can apply for a renewal at the consulate. Applications are usually processed more quickly abroad than in the United States. In most countries, it takes 2-3 weeks.
Costa Rica
by: Anonymous

Question: Travelling to Costa Rica in May 2017 and my passport expires August 2017. Will I need to renew prior to the trip?

Answer: A U.S. passport only needs to be valid for the length of stay in Costa Rica in order to enter. Therefore, you do not need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Dubai
by: Robert D

Question: I'm traveling to Dubia from December 1-12. My passport doesn't expire until January 17, 2017. Will I be alright to travel there and back to the USA?

Answer: A passport valid for at least six months beyond date of entry is required to enter the UAE. Therefore, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Passport expiry
by: Naomi

Question: I'm travelling to Turkey in December 2016. My passport runs out May 2017. Can I still travel?

Answer: According to the latest information we have, a U.S. passport must be valid for six months beyond your entry date to visit Turkey. Since your passport does not have sufficient validity, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Passport Question - Germany
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Frankfurt, Germany on December 3rd, 2016 returning on December 16th, 2016. My passport expires in July 2017. It states that it requires 6 months. Should I renew?

Answer: Germany requires your passport be valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure. Six months of validity is a recommendation. You do not need to renew your passport before your trip. Please contact the Embassy of Germany for the latest entry requirement information.
Passport valid
by: Anonymous

Question: My son us travelling to Benidorm on 3rd Nov 2016 till 7th Nov 2026. His passport expires on 5th March 2017. Will he be ok to travel on this passport?

Answer: Only three months of validity beyond your stay is required for entry to Spain. While six months of validity is recommended, it is not required to travel in the Schengen area. Your son's passport has sufficient validity for his trip. Please contact the airlines to verify travel document requirements.
Thailand with passport expires in 5 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Thailand in December 2016. My passport expires in May 2017. Can I still use my passport to travel Thailand Thank you.

To enter Thailand, your U.S. passport must have at least six months validity remaining beyond the date of your arrival. Since your passport does not have sufficient validity, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
when to renew when traveling abroad
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be traveling to Morocco and Portugal in November, 2016. My passport expires 4/20/2017. Am I okay to travel with it or do I need to renew?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to both Morocco and Portugal.
Passport validity within 6 months and travel to home country
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter has to travel from the Philippines to India in December 2016. Her passport expires in May 2017. She is under student visa. Can she travel to India with 5 months validity? We plan to renew the passport in India before her return to the Philippines.

Answer: Please contact the airlines to verify travel document requirements.
Day trip
by: Anonymous

Question: I have been invited to go with friends sometime this month to France on a day trip. My passport runs out on the 9th November 2016. Would I still be able to go? Thank you.

Answer: France officially only requires a U.S. passport have at least three months validity remaining beyond the duration of stay. However, the U.S. Department of State recommend that American citizens travel to the Schengen Area with a passport that has at least six months of validity.

Some Schengen countries assume all travelers will stay the full three months allowed for visa-free visitors, meaning you may not be admitted unless your passport is valid for at least six months, regardless of the duration of your stay.

Please contact the airlines to verify travel document requirements. If you need to obtain a passport in two weeks or less, you can schedule an appointment at the nearest regional passport agency or employ the services of a registered passport courier.
Nicaragua
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Nicaragua in mid December. Our children's passports expire mid January (a month later). Should we renew their passports?

Answer: Your children's passports have sufficient validity for your trip. Nicaragua only requires a U.S. passport be valid for the length of stay.
Passport expired in 2 weeks
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. My Philippines passport will expire on Nov 16 and my flight will be on Nov 6. I will travel from the USA to the Philippines. Are they gonna stop me? I'm going to renew my passport in my country?

Answer: You should be able to enter the Philippines with your current passport. Please contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Passport expiration
by: Tvraolc

Question: I'm going to France March 2017 and returning in march as well. My passport expires in September 2017. France requires the passport to be valid 6 mos after return. Will my passport be valid?

Answer: France only requires your passport be valid for three months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area. Six month of validity beyond departure date is just a recommendation. At this time your passport has sufficient validity for your trip. However, we recommend you check entry requirement again in January or February since they can change.
greencard holder
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling out of the country. I have my green card but passport will expire in 6 months. Will I have any problems?

Answer: There should be no problem related to the validity of your passport.
Passport experation
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires October 17, 2017. I am going to Aruba on March 20, 2017 and returning April 1, 2017. Do I have to renew it before I travel?

Answer: You do not need to apply for a renewal before your trip. Aruba only requires a U.S. passport be valid at time of entry.
Passport expiration date
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi I may be travelling to Hong Kong/ Saigon in Nov 2016 but my passport runs out mid November. I'm guessing I will need to get it renewed before but just wanted to check. Thanks!

Answer: Yes, you need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip.
Passport renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Portugal on 19th October 2016 until 9 th December 2016 my passport is due to expire on 24th May 2017 do I need to renew before I travel?

Answer: Portugal requires a U.S. passport be valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area. The U.S. State Department recommends that your passport have at least six months’validity remaining whenever you travel abroad.
Passport renewal
by: Lynn E

Question: I am traveling to the Dominican Republic at the end of March 2017. My passport expires Sept 18, 2017. Do I need to renew it before I go?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip. Dominican Republic only requires a passport be valid at time of entry.
Please Help!
by: Anonymous

Question: US Citizen, I am traveling to Budapest tomorrow 9/28/2106 from US. And from Budapest to Spain on 10/1/2016. My flight back to US is 10/6/2016. My passport expires 01/7/2016. Please help!

Answer: Only three months of validity beyond your stay is required for entry to both Hungary and Spain. While six months of validity is recommended, it is not required to travel in the Schengen area. Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip. We recommend you contact the airlines for confirmation.
Singapore
by: Anonymous

Question: I am flying this coming 19th of Oct and my passport will expire on March 25, 2017 Is it still valid to fly?

Answer: To enter Singapore, you need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your intended stay.
Travel to Korea
by: KOREA

Question: Will my current passport still be valid if I'm traveling to Korea on Oct 4th 2016 and leaving back to the USA on Oct 14th 2016 ? My passport expires March 15, 2017.

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip. Korea only requires it be valid at time of entry.
Spain
by: Anonymous

Question: My son is travelling to Spain on 13th October 2016 and his passport expires on 16th March 2017. Can he travel or does he require a new passport?

Answer: Your son's passport meets the entry required established by Spain. However, the U.S. Department of State recommends that Americans travel with passports that have at least six months of validity remaining.
My passport will expire soon
by: Anonymous

Question:I am a newly wed. My husband surprisee me with a trip to Singapore tomorrow, Sept 13-14. My passport will expire Oct 15, 2016. Will I still pass the immigration? And still travel just for 4 days?

Answer: According to the latest information we have, you need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your intended stay to enter Singapore. Please contact the airline to verify entry requirements.

If it is confirmed that you need to renew your passport before you travel, you might get it done at a regional agency if you are near one.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I'm traveling to Australia this month and my passport will expire in Dec. Is it still allowed to travel? I need your help. Thanks.

Answer: Australia only requires your passport be valid at time of entry. You will need an ETA - Electronic Travel Authority if you haven't already obtained one.
passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to the Canary Islands on the 28th December 2016 and returning on 4 January 2017. My passport expires on 17th March 2017. Will I need to renew my passport before I go?

Answer: Yes, you need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip. Spain requires a U.S. passport be valid for 3 months beyond the date of departure from the Schengen area.
passport renewel
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to malta the 22 december 2016 and returning on the 3 january 2017 my passport runs out june 2017 will i need to renew my passport before my trip?

Answer: You do not need to renew your passport before your trip. It has sufficient validity for travel to Malta.
Do I need to renew my passport?
by: Espalla

Question: I'm traveling to Edmonton Alberta on October 22 - January 22, 2017. My passport will expire on April 12, 2017. Do I need to renew my passport before I travel?

Answer: No, you do not. Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to Canada.
travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm will be traveling to the Philippines from October 2, 2016 to October 15, 2016. My passport expires on January 10, 2017. Will I have to renew it before I go?

Answer: No, you will not. Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip to the Philippines.
Traveling to St. Martin
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to St. Martin on September 3-7, 2016. My passport expires March 17, 2017. Will I need to renew before I travel? Thank you.

Answer: U.S. citizens must have a U.S. passport with at least 6 months validity to enter the French West Indies. Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip to St. Martin.
Passport Renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to South east Asia for two weeks - Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand, 12/28/16 - 1/12/17 and my current US Passport expires on 6/7/17. Will I be able to get back into the US since it will be just under 6 months until expiration. Please advise! thank you!

Answer: To enter Vietnam or Thailand, you need a valid U.S. passport with at least six months validity remaining beyond the date of your arrival. Since your passport does not have sufficient validity to travel to these destinations, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Passport Renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expire on 2017 February. I will travel to Canada on September 28 until October 5, 2016. Do I need to renew my US Passport before I travel?

Answer: No, you do not. Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to Canada.
my current passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My current passport, expires Feb 2017. I have a holiday to Spain Sept & November 2016. Will my passport be valid?

Answer: Your passport must be valid for 3 months beyond the duration of your stay in Spain. Calculate the exact amount of time from the date you will exit Spain to the date your passport expires. If it is more than 3 months, your passport has sufficient validity. If it is less than 3 months, you will need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip.
Travel to Kiev Ukraine
by: Robert

Question: I travel to Ukraine on September 13, 2016 until September 26, 2016. My passport expires January 17, 2017. Will I be alright to travel?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip. Ukraine only requires a U.S. passport be valid at time of entry.
Travelling to the Philippines
by: Norma

Question: I'm travelling to the Philippines on Dec. 6, 2016 and will be back on Dec. 28, 2016. My passport expires on May 29, 2017. Do I need to renew my passport before I go to the Philippines?

Answer: No, you do not. Your passport only needs to be valid for the duration of your stay.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a Filipino passport holder and currently working in Singapore. My passport will expire on 17 of January 2016. Do I still need to renew my passport here in Singapore if by December I'm going back home and will never return?

Answer: Please contact Singapore's Immigration & Checkpoints Authority about exit requirements and the Embassy of the Philippines in Singapore concerning reenter to that country.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am cruising to Bermunda on Aug 16th. Will my passport be ok? It expires 10/15/16.

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for travel to Bermuda. We recommend you contact the cruise line to confirm travel document requirements.
Travelling from Japan to the Philippines
by: Mariah

Question: I"m in Japan. I plan to travel a day from now to the Philippines buy my passport will expire in Nov 2016. Can I still go?

Answer: There should be no issue with the validity of your passport for travel to the Philippines. However, we recommend you contact the airlines for confirmation.
Traveling to Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: My US passport expires Feb. 2 , 2017. I'm leaving on Oct. 22, 2016 and will be back on Nov 6, 2016. Do I need to renew my passport before I leave?

Answer: You do not need to apply for a renewal before your trip. The Philippines only requires a US passport be valid at time of entry.
Passport valid
by: Gill

Question: Am travelling to Barcelona 18 Dec 2016 for 4 days. My pasport expires in April. Can I still travel? Is my pasport valid?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip to Spain.
validity of passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Austria in August 2016 my passport expires in March 2017 is it still valid?

Answer: Austria is a party to the Schengen Agreement. Entry into any of the 26 European countries in the Schengen area for short-term tourism, a business trip, or in transit to a non-Schengen destination, requires that your passport be valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure. However, the State Department recommends that your passport have at least six months’validity remaining whenever you travel abroad.
Travel
by: Vhicky

Question: I go to Brunei this Aug 15-28 but may passport will expire on Feb. 2, 2017. Is there is a problem for that? Ty

Answer: U.S. passport-holders must have at least six months’ validity remaining on their passport before entering Brunei for business or pleasure, and are required to obtain a visa prior to arrival in Brunei for visits of 90 days or longer. Since your passport does not have sufficient validity, you need to apply for a renewal before your departure date.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling the UK August 10- 29. My passport expires on Feburary 8. Will It still be valid?

Answer: Yes, the validity of your passport is sufficient for your trip to the UK.
Travel to Cabo San Lucas
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Cabo San Lucas October 28-November 2, 2016. My passport expires March 18,2017. Do I need to renew before I go?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip. You can apply for a renewal after you return to the United States.
My passport expires in Jan 2017
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling from Ecuador to Miami, and I'm a US citizen. My passport expires on Jan 9 2017. Will I have a problem traveling to the US tomorrow?

Answer: You should not have a problem entering the United States based on the validity of your passport.
Traveling to Philippines
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires December 2016 and we are leaving July 31st 2016. Do I need to renew my passport before I leave?

Answer: No, you do not need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip. The Philippines only requires a U.S. passport be valid at time of arrival.
Do I need to renew my passport if I'm traveling in Sept. 2016 and it expires in March 2017?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to England and Spain from September 4th-13th, 2016 and my passport expires in March of 2017. Do I need to renew my passport or will it still be valid to travel?

Answer: Your passport is valid for travel to England and Spain. You can apply for a renewal after your trip.
One Day Short
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling less then 24 hours from now and just found out that my passport falls one day short of the 3 month period. Can I still travel? We are traveling to Poland.

Answer: We recommend you contact both the Embassy of Poland and the airlines concerning this issue.
Turks and Caicos
by: Anonymous

Question: I have 4 months left on my US passport. Is it ok for Turks and Caicos for a 4 day visit now?

Answer: Turks and Caicos only requires a U.S. passport be valid for the duration of your stay.
Canadian travelling to USA
by: Anonymous

Question: Canadian travelling to USA on Friday July 8 for three days. My passport expires on August 18, 2016. Will I be allowed entry? Please advise.

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip to the United States.
Travel to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Jamaica on the 22nd returning on the 27th and my passport expires July 29th. Am I o.k. to renew after I return?

Answer: Yes, it will. A U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to Jamaica.
Passport for travel to the Bahamas.
by: Letizia

Question: Going to Bahamas. My passport will expire in September. Am I okay to travel?

Answer: The Bahamas only requires a U.S. passport be valid at time of entry. As long as you travel before it expires, you are okay.
passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I still travel to Canada if my passport expires on January 1, 2017?

Answer: A U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to Canada and reentry to the United States.
Will we be able to travel?
by: Anonymous

Question: We are travelling to Italy on 13th July and returning on the 29th July. My husband's passport expires on the 9th August! Will we be able to travel?

Answer: Italy is party to the Schengen agreement. Entry into any of the 26 European countries in the Schengen area for short-term tourism, a business trip, or in transit to a non-Schengen destination, requires that your passport be valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure. Since your husband's passport does not meet this requirements and there is little more than 2 weeks before your trip, he needs to apply for an expedited passport renewal.
Traveling from US to Dominican Republic for vacation
by: Anonymous

Question: Just booked a trip for July 2-6 from US to Dominican Republic for our family of 5. I checked expiration dates of our passports & our youngest 2 children's passports expire on July 14. It is june 23 today. Will their passports work? Do I need to start the renewal processes or wait till we get back. I don't want to mess it up?

Answer: According to the latest information we have, Dominican Republic only requires US passports be valid at time of entry. We recommend you contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
Can I travel to UK & France if passport expires Dec 2016?
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to UK/England and France/Paris from July 17, 2016 to July 28, 2016 if my passport expires Dec 2016?

Answer: Yes, you can. The UK requires a passport be valid at time of entry and France requires a passport have 3 months of validity remaining. Since your passport meets these requirements, you do not need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Passport expiry with just less than 6 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to Copenhagen from Aug 26 to 29 if my passport expires Feb 2017?

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip. Denmark only requires a U.S. passport have three months of validity beyond your intended date of departure. Be aware that six months of validity is recommended by the U.S. Department of State but not required.
One-day trip to Holland
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport is due for renewal in July 2016. Can I still travel to Holland for one day up to end of July?

Answer: Please verify the date of expiration of your passport. A passport's expiration date includes day, month and year.

Holland is party to the Schengen agreement. A U.S. passport must have at least 3 months validity remaining in order to enter the Schengen area. If you are not currently in this area, you need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip.
travel
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Punta Cana in August but my husband's passport expires in November. Is he still ok to travel in August or should he renew his passport before the trip?

Answer: Your husband does not need to renew his passport before your trip. Dominican Republic only requires a passport be valid at time of entry.
Will I be able to travel?
by: Anonymous

Question: I would like to go to Tossa de Mar on the 5th of July. My passport expires on the 17th of August. Will I be ok to travel? Thanks.

Answer: Spain requires a passport be valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure. Since your passport does not meet this requirement, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Traveling to Spain
by: Jen

Question: My passport will expire on Nov 30 and I have a trip to Spain from August 12 to 15. Will I be able to go?

Answer: Spain requires a passport be valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure. Since your passport meets this requirement, you should be ok.
Passport validity for travel to UAE
by: Anonymous

Question: I am planning to travel to UAE next month for about two weeks. My passport expires on 12/12/16. Is it ok to travel and get it renewed after I come back?

Answer: A passport valid for at least six months beyond date of entry is required to enter the UAE. Since your passport will not have sufficient validity, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip. Click the link below for more information.

Passport Renewal Requirements
Travel to Benidorm
by: Anonymous

Question: We fly to Benidorm on June 24 for 7 days but my partner's passport runs out in August. Can he still travel?

Answer: Spain is party to the Schengen agreement whose members requires a U.S. passport be valid for at least 3 months beyond the duration of your stay. Your partner need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip.
Dominican Republic
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Punta Cana on June 15, but my passport expires October 1. Is my passport valid for my trip?

Answer: Yes, your passport is valid for your trip.
Grand Cayman
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling from the U.S to Grand Cayman on 8.21.16 and my passport expires 12.11.16. Do I need to renew my passport before my trip?

Answer: You do not need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip. The Cayman Islands only require a U.S. passport be valid at time of entry.
Emergency travel
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expired 06/08/2016. I have a family emergency and need to travel to the Dominican Republic on 06/12/2016. Can I travel and renew the passport at the embassy in the Dominican Republic?

Answer: You must have a valid passport in order to travel abroad. Please visit the nearest regional passport agency in order to get a same day passport.
Passport Renewal
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires February 2017 and I travel on 8 April 2017 to India. Can I apply for a new passport in November 2016 as I need to apply for a visa.

Answer: You can apply for a passport renewal at any time. Routine service takes approximately 6 weeks so you should have plenty of time to get a vist to India if you submit your passport renewal application in November.
Antigua
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am traveling to Antigua from July 28 to Aug 4, 2016. My passport expires October 16, 2016. Is this OK?

Answer: According to the U.S. Department of State, U.S. citizens must have a U.S. passport that is valid for 180 days following your departure date to visit Antigua. In this case, you need to renew your passport before your trip.

To confirm entry requirements or for more information, we recommend you contact the Embassy of Antigua and Barbuda by writing to embantbar@aol.com or calling 202-362-5122.
Flying to Canada from US
by: Anonymous

Question: I will be flying to Vancouver, Canada on August 28 ,2016 from Mi. My passport expires on Jan 4, 2017. Do I need a new one before I go?

Answer: Your passport is valid for your trip. Canada only requires a U.S. passport be valid at time of entry.
Help
by: Jo

Question: I am travelling to France 13th- 27th August 2016. My passport expires 2nd December 2016. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: While France officially only requires a U.S. passport have at least three months validity remaining beyond the duration of stay, the U.S. Department of State recommend that American citizens travel to the Schengen Area with a passport that has at least six months of validity.

Some Schengen countries assume all travelers will stay the full three months allowed for visa-free visitors, meaning you may not be admitted unless your passport is valid for at least six months, regardless of the duration of your stay.
Help
by: Anonymous

Question: I plan to travel August 15-30, 2016. I would arrive in France and fly out of England. My passport is due to expire March 1, 2017. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: You do not need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My daughter's passport expires on the 31st of August. We go to Marbella for a family wedding on June 29th until July 14th. Will she be ok to travel with this passport? Thanks.

Answer: Spain requires a U.S. passport be valid for at least 3 months beyond the duration of your stay. Your daughter needs to obtain a new passport before the trip. To discover which application form to submit, click here.
Travel to Barbados
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Barbados in 2 weeks but my passport runs out in December. Can I still use it?

Answer: Barbados only requires a U.S. passport be valid at time of entry. Your passport has sufficient validity for your trip.
Travel to USA
by: Cher

Question: I will take a cruise from Barbados to USA from Dec 2016 until Jan 6, 2017. My passport expires July 10, 2017. Will I be allowed to travel? Thank you.

Answer: Your passport has sufficient validity for the cruise. Barbados only requires a U.S. passport be valid at time of entry. No additional validity is required for reentry to the United States.
Travel to Canada from US - Indian Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am in the US on a work visa in an Indian passport. I plan to travel to Canada from Jun 29th to July 6th. My passport expires on Oct 15. Do I renew my passport before my travel?

Answer: Please contact the Canada Border Services Agency for information about entry to Canada with a passport from India. As long as your visa allows for multiple entries, you should have no problem reentering the United States.
Is my passport valid for travel to Turkey?
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to Turkey in June 2016 and my passport runs out in February 2017 will my passport be ok to travel.

Answer: Foreigners wishing to enter Turkey must carry a passport or travel document with an expiration date at least 60 days beyond the expiration date of their visa, visa exemption, or residence permit. Therefore, as Turkish tourist visas are generally valid for 6 months, U.S. citizens should have a passport that is valid for eight months beyond entry date. Passports should have enough blank space to allow for Turkish entry and exit stamps. If there is not enough space for entry and exit stamps in your passport, you will be denied entry into Turkey.

If your passport does not have sufficient validity, visit How to Renew a U.S. Passport
Travel to Iceland this June
by: Anonymous

Question: We are traveling to Iceland from the US in June; however, our passports expire in Oct of this year? Will there be a problem in getting into Iceland or coming back to the US?

Answer: The validity of your passports is sufficient for entry to Iceland and reentry to the US.
Traveling to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello. I plan to travel to Jamaica from May 5 to May 9. My passport expires on May 16. Will that be ok?

Answer: Yes, it will. A U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to Jamaica.
asking about passport
by: Jane

Question: My passport will expire in 2017. If I had a chance to work abroad this coming July 2016, would it still be valid or will I need to renew it?

Answer: The answer depends on the date your passport expires in 2017, how long you will be working abroad and your destination. Each country has its own entry requirements. Many countries require a U.S. passport have at least 6 months validity remaining beyond the intended period of stay. Please contact the embassy of the country you plan to visit for the latest entry requirements.
Expiry date of passport in between
by: Anonymous

Question: My Indian passport will expire in December, 2018. I am planning to study/stay in Canada for more than three years, i.e. after expiry date of my passport. In this case, what will happen? Can I renew it in Canada or will I have to come back to India to renew my passport? This is most urgent, pl. reply immediately.

Answer: Please contact the Canada's Immigration and Citizenship Services for information about long-term study in that country. You may also want to contact the High Commission of India in Ottawa for information about renewing your Indian passport while there.
passport expiry date
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Tenerife on 3rd of June and my passport expires in October. Will I still be OK to travel?

Answer: Your passport is valid for the trip.
Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: Will a passport expiring Aug 8 2016 be ok for a trip to Jamaica May 28-June 4?

Answer: Yes, it will. A U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to Jamaica.
Traveling to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: Please help in this matter. Having a hard time getting through with INS for these questions.

My mother has her residency/green card. She is schedule for her oath ceremony on 5/5/16 (she passed her citizenship). The concern is that she will be flying to Jamaica for vacation on 5/13/16. I've heard that at oath your green card gets taken away. What should she do? Can she obtain her American passport on the same day? Where can she get a rapid delivery of her US passport? Please help!!

Answer: Your mother can apply for a U.S. passport at the nearest regional passport agency. Applications are processed within 8 business days based on travel plans. Proof of travel is required.

If your mother is unable to visit a regional agency, she can apply through a passport courier. Couriers, also known as expediters, can get passports as quickly as the same day.
US to Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires in June 2016 but I need to go to Mexico first weekend of May. Will I still be able to travel or do I need to expedite my renewal?

Answer: The U.S. Department of State claims a U.S. passport must have six months minimum validity for entry to Mexico. We contacted the Consular Section of the Embassy of Mexico to confirm this and were informed that a U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry. We have passed this information on to many visitors and no one has contacted us to inform us that they were unable to enter Mexico. However, if you prefer, you can expedite your passport renewal.
Italy: 3 months or 6 months?
by: Anonymous

Question: I see here you have already answered that for entry into Italy, a passport must be valid 3 months. However, the US Travel.gov website states 6 months while also confirming Italy is part of the Schengen Agreement which is 3 months. I'm confused! I travel to Venice on May 9. I have a return flight booked for May 22. My passport expires October 22.

Answer: Your passport is REQUIRED to have at least 3 months validity beyond your date of departure in order to enter Italy (or any Schengen area country). The U.S. Department of State RECOMMENDS your passport have at least 6 months of validity. You can contact the Embassy of Italy if you want further confirmation.
Traveling to Jamaica
by: Anonymous

Question: My kids will be traveling to Jamaica from 5/13/16 to 5/21/16. Their passports expires on 9/12/2016. Will there be a problem?

Answer: U.S. passports only need to be valid at time of entry to Jamaica. There should be no problem with their passports.
Expires 3 days after a 3 month marking
by: Italy

Question: I am traveling to Italy on the 22nd of April and returning on the 29th of April. My passport expired on the 19th of July. Can I still travel to Italy without renewing the passport?

Answer: Italy requires a U.S. passport be valid at least 3 months beyond the date of departure from the Schengen area. We recommend you apply for an expedited passport renewal before your trip.
The answer is no
by: Anonymous

Question: My dad was planning to go to Mexico in 2 weeks to do some missionary work. One person new of this regulation and my dad called the passport office. That if your passport is less than 6 months before expiring, he would not be allowed to leave Mexico. This was confirmed and he had to cancel his trip. They are staying in Laredo and crossing each day. If he had gone he would have been stuck in Mexico. This was confirmed by telephone by the U.S. passport office.

Answer: First of all, a U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of reentry to the United States. There is no additional validity requirement for U.S. citizens returning to the United States.

Secondly, the U.S. Department of State's website states that a U.S. passport is required to have at least 6 months of validity beyond your stay in order to visit Mexico. Yet, in the "Entry, Exit and Visa Requirement" section states only that "You must present a valid U.S. passport or passport card in order to enter Mexico."

Even still, the Consular Section of the Embassy of Mexico confirmed through e-mail correspondence that additional validity is NOT required to enter Mexico. The message stated the following.

"Your passport only needs to be valid during the time of stay in Mexico. When you are traveling to Mexico you will need a valid passport to enter and exit the country."

If you have questions about entry requirements to Mexico, we recommend you contact the Embassy of Mexico.
passport time
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Tenerife in April and my passport runs out in August. Can I still travel?

Answer: A U.S. passport (with applicable visas, if needed) must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure from the Schengen area. Since your passport meets this requirement, it is valid for your trip. However, the U.S. Department of State recommends you travel with a passport valid for at least six months beyond the duration of your stay.
Passport Validity
by: Lee Chai Hoong

Question: I will travel to China from April 5th to 12th. My passport will expire on December 26th of this year. Is my passport still valid for my trip? Please advise.

Answer: You must obtain a Chinese visa prior to arrival, and have a passport with at least six months' validity remaining. Since your passport meets this requirement, it is valid for your trip.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going to travel in Singapore from April 27 to May 24, 2016. My passport will expire this November 10, 2016. Do I need to renew my passport? I am here in the Philippines.

Answer: To enter Singapore, you need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your intended stay. Unfortunately, your passport does not meet this requirement. Please renew your passport before your trip. You can apply for a renewal at the U.S. Embassy in Manila.
passport
by: gill

Question: I am travelling to Portugal on 4th June but my passport runs out on 16 August. Do I need to get a new one?

Answer: Portugal requires a U.S. passport be valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area. Since your passport does not have sufficient validity, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Travel to Singapore
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to travel to Singapore from Mar 24-28, 2016. However, my passport will expire on Oct 10, 2016. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: To enter Singapore, you need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your intended stay. Since your passport does not expire until October, you do not need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip.
visa
by: Anonymous

Question: Can I travel to India if my passport is expiring this year on November 2016? Will I be approved for an Indian visa? I am planning to travel in June and returning in one month in July.

Answer: In order to obtain an Indian visa, your passport should be valid at least six (6) months after your intended arrival to India. Since your passport does not meet this requirement, you need to apply for a passport renewal before you submit your application for a visa.
Turkey visa in expired passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport expires 6th April 2016 and I've a month Turkey visa. Can I do a renewal and attach to the old passport before I travel?

Answer: Many countries allow you to present a valid visa in an expired passport if you also present a valid passport at the same time. Please contact the Embassy of Turkey for information about valid Turkey visas in click here.
USA to India on Tanzanian passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport's expiring on November 7th 2016, and I am planning to travel to India in June and return in July. Will there be any problem traveling?

Answer: India only requires a U.S. passport with a valid Indian visa be valid at time of entry. We do not have information about Tanzanian passports. Please contact the Embassy of India for more information.
Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: My family is traveling to The Atlantis in the Bahamas in April 2016. My son and husband's passports expire in July 2016. Do they need new passports in order to travel to The Bahamas?

Answer: The Bahamas only requires a U.S. passport be valid at time of entry. Your son and husband do not need to get new passports before your trip.
London- Disney land paris
by: Anonymous

Question: My son is travelling to Disneyland Paris 27th-30th May 2016 but his passport runs out in June 2016. Will he need a new one?

Answer: Your son needs to get a new passport before his trip. A U.S. passport should be valid for 6 months minimum at entry to France and valid for 3 months beyond the planned date of final departure from the Schengen area.
Mrs
by: Jean

Question: My passport runs out on the 22nd December 2017 and I'm going to Cyprus in August 2017 for two weeks. Is it ok to use or have I got to renew it?

Answer: Cyprus requires a U.S. passport have 3 months of validity remaining at time of entry. If you will arrive in Cyprus after Aug 22, you will need to renew your passport before the trip.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Malaga in April 2016 for 7 days. My passport expires November 2016. Do I need to renew now?

Answer: The current recommendation is that your U.S. passport be valid for at least six months beyond your stay. If your passport meets this recommendation, you can wait until after your trip to Malaga to apply for a passport renewal.
Passport expiring
by: Anonymous

Question: Am travelling to Morocco on 23/05/2016 and flying back on 02/06/2016.

My passport is expiring in November 2016, Do I need to renew my passport before I travel or can I use same passport?

Answer: You can use the passport you have. Morocco only requires a U.S. passport be valid at time of entry.
Can I travel
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm going to Tenerife on the 8th of April 2016 and returning to Wales on the 16th my passport expires in September 2016. Will this be ok?

Answer: The European countries that make up the Schengen area are enforcing the requirement that short-term tourism or business visitors’ passports be valid for at least three months beyond the intended date of departure from the Schengen area, though adherence varies from country to country. Some Schengen countries assume all travelers will stay the full three months allowed for visa-free visitors, meaning you may not be admitted unless your passport is valid for at least six months, regardless of the duration of your stay. For this reason, the U.S. Department of State recommends American citizens travel with a passport that has at least six months of validity remaining.
Student visiting Thailand with passport expiring in 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My 14 yr old daughter has Thai and American citizenship.She is travelling with her school to do community work in Chiangmai, Thailand from Mar 17-29, 2016. Both her Thai and US passports will expire the same time in mid June. Will she be able to travel using Thai passport to enter Thailand and US passport to come back to USA.

Answer: Your daughter's U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to the United States. For information about her Thai passport, please contact the Embassy of Thailand.
USA to Canada and back
by: Nic

Question: I'm traveling 2/22/16 to Canada and coming back 2/24/16.... My passport expires 4/11/16. Will I be able to enter both Canada and the US?

Answer: Your passport is valid for entry to Canada and reentry to the United States.
Passport renewal
by: Lynn

Question: I am travelling to Spain for 4 days in March & my passport expires in May. Am I alright to use it or do I need to renew it before I go. Thanks.

Answer: Spain requires a passport be valid for a minimum of three months after the expected stay. We recommend you travel with at least six months of validity remaining. You need to apply for a renewal before your trip. Depending on your departure date, you may need to request expedited service.
soon to expire passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm scheduled to travel to Philippines May 1-31, 2016. My US passport expires June 23, 2016. Is it safe for me to travel or do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid and unexpired at of entry to the Philippines. You can apply for a renewal after your trip.
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling from the US to Dominican Republic Feb 25-28, 2016. My passport expires March 20, 2016. Will I be OK to exit and enter the US and Dominican Republic?

Answer: Yes, you will be OK. Dominican Republic only requires your passport be valid at time of entry.
Passport
by: Jane

Question: My daughter is travelling to dos Feb 14-21 but passport runs out end of Feb. Is this a problem?

Answer: What is your daughter's destination?
Expiry passport
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expire on 7th March 2016. Can I travel to UK?

Answer: The United Kingdom requires your passport be valid for duration of your stay.
travel to Aruba
by: Cory

Question: Hi, I will be traveling to Aruba April 22, 2016 and returning May 6, 2016. My passport is set to expire December 14, 2016. Will I have any problem going or getting back to New York? I do have enough blank pages to be stamped.

Answer: As far as your passport's validity is concerned, you should have no problem. Aruba only requires your passport be valid at time of entry.
US - Greece - US
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm a US citizen planning on traveling to Greece in June 2016 and returning to the US in August 2016. My passport expires in August 2016. Will I have to renew before I leave?

Answer: Greece requires your passport be valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area. You need to apply for a passport renewal before your trip.
Travel to St. Thomas
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello - I am traveling to Saint Thomas July 26th through August 3. My passport expires on August 14th 2016. Do I need to apply for a new passport prior to my travel?

Answer: A passport is not required for U.S. citizens to travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Turks and Caicos
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm traveling to Turks and Caicos March 9-15, 2016 and my US passport expires on June 1, 2016. Should I expedite a passport renewal before I go or can I wait until I return? Your site says PP needs to only be valid to visit those islands, but just confirming. Thanks!

Answer: You can wait until you return from your trip to apply for a passport renewal.
Urgent
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi. I will travel to Aruba on Feb 15th. My passport will be expiring in Sep. Do you think I will have a problem?

Answer: Aruba only requires a passport be valid at time of entry. Your passport meets this requirement.
Traveling to Colombia
by: steph

Question: My passport expires in March 2016 and I'm traveling to Colombia February 1st. I will be back in the states by February 16. Will I be okay?

Answer: You passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to visit Colombia. You can apply for a renewal after your trip.
can I travel to portgual
by: NatashaAnonymous

Question: My passport runs out on August 16, 2016. Can I travel to Portgual on February 18, 2016 for three days or do I need to renew it before I leave?

Answer: Portugal requires your passport be valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area. Since your passport meets this requirement, you do not need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling from Canada to the states April 23-May 2 and my passport expires June 10. Will I be ok?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid at time of entry.
tenerife
by: Anonymous

Question: I am travelling to Tenerife on 20th Feb. My passport runs out on 6th June. Do I need to renew before I go?

Answer: Spain requires a passport be valid for a minimum of three months after the expected stay. We recommend you travel with at least six months of validity remaining. Please contact the airlines to confirm travel document requirements.
passport renewal
by: samantha

Question: Hi, I'm going to Benidorm, Spain on the 5th of March 2016 for a week and my passport runs out on the 28th of April. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Spain requires a passport be valid for a minimum of three months after the expected stay. Since your passport does not meet this requirement, you need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Canada trip
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Canada in July 2016 and will return to the U.S. later that month. My passport expires January 2017. Do I need to renew the passport with a later expiration date before I go?

Answer: You do not need to renew your passport before your trip. Canada only requires your passport be valid at time of entry.
Travel to St Martin
by: Krystal

Question: Hi, I'm traveling to St. Martin in February and my passport expires in June, am I ok to travel?

Answer: The lastest information we have states that a U.S. passport must have six months of validity remaining in order to visit the French West Indies. Please contact the Embassy of France for the latest entry requirements. For a list of passport renewal instructions, click here.
passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Hi, we leave for Perth, Australia on 26th Jan 2016 and return in Feb. Can we fly ok?

Answer: Your passports must be valid at time of entry to Australia and reentry to the United States. If your passports will expire before you return to the U.S., you will have to apply for renewals before you depart.
Traveling to Bahamas
by: Anonymous

Question: Am traveling to Bahamas in March with children. Their passports expire in June. Ok to travel on current passports? Thank you.

Answer: The passports are valid for your trip. The Bahamas only requires a U.S. passport be valid at time of entry.
Hello
by: Kristina

Question: I will travel to Philippines on Feb 2016 and my passport will expire on May 2016. Can I travel? Thank you.

Answer: Yes, you can. The Philippines only requires a U.S. passport be valid at the time of entry.
Hello
by: Kristina

Question: I will travel to Philippines on Feb 2016 and my passport will expire on May 2016. Can I travel? Thank you.

Answer: A U.S. passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to visit the Philippines.
Cruise
by: Anonymous

Question: I am going on a cruise July 2, 2016. My passport runs out August 2016. Do I need to renew?

Answer: It depends on the destination of your cruise. Some countries require 6 months remaining validity in a passport for entry. Please contact the cruise line to confirm travel document requirements.
7 month
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling on December 2015 to January 2016 to the Philippines and my passport expires in June 2016. Is it ok to use my passport?

Answer: Yes, it is ok to use your passport.
Question
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling to Australia from January 22 through Feburary 1, 2016. My passport expires August 2016. Am I okay to travel?

Answer: Australia only requires a U.S. passport be valid at time of entry. You must have a valid visa to enter Australia. Most U.S. passport holders traveling to Australia for tourism or business purposes for less than 90 days can obtain an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA).
Is my passport valid
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to Vegas in one week. My passport runs out Feb 2016. Is it valid?

Answer: Your passport is valid until the date of expiration. However, a passport is not required for domestic air travel.
passport
by: Anonymous

Question: Am travelling to India on March 16 and my passport runs out June 16.

Answer: The latest information we have is that your passport only needs to be valid at time of entry to visit India.
St. Marteen
by: Anonymous

Question: I'm travelling to St. Marteen in May 2016. My passport expires November 6, 2016. Will I need to renew my passport?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid at time of entry. You do not neeed to apply for a renewal before your trip.
Tourist visa
by: Latrice

Question: I had my passport for four months. Will I be able to get a tourist visa?

Answer: You can apply for a tourist visa immediately after your passport is issued. Some countries require your passport have at least six months of validity before it expires. Please verify the visa requirements for country from which you want to obtain the visa.
Us passport validity
by: Mia

Question: I am a US citizen that stays here in the Philippines. My US passport will expire on July 2016 and I'm planning to go back to the US on January 2016. Is it still valid?

Answer: Yes, your US passport is valid for reentry to the United States. It only needs to be valid on the date of your arrival.
passport expiry
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport runs out on 13th feb 2016. I am travelling to America on the 13th dec 2015 for three weeks. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: U.S. passports only need to be valid at time of entry. For information about visiting the United States as a non-US citizen, go here.
use of hand written passport
by: Sonia

Question: I'm an Indian citizen, currently on visitor visa in USA. My passport is handwritten. It will expire in 2018. I will go back to India in December 10, 2016. Please tell me what to do. As per new rules these passports will not be in use in future. Will I not be allowed to enter India? I also wanted to apply for visitor visa for Canada. Can I apply on it? Will it affect my case? Please answer my all questions.

Answer: For answer to questions about Indian passports, please contact the Embassy of India.

For information about visitor's visa to Canada, visit the Canada Border Services Agency.
St Maarten
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to St. Maarten. Leaving August 27 and returning September 4, 2015. Passport expires March 31, 2016. Will we be ok?

Answer: Passport only needs to be valid at time of entry. You're good to go.
Philippine passport to expire in 2 months
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a US immigrant with a Philippine passport that will expire November 15, 2015. I will travel September 17,2015 to the Philippines and will be back here October 7,2015. Do I need to renew my passport?

Answer: If seeking to enter the United States after temporary travel abroad, you will need to present a valid, unexpired "green card" (Form I-551, Permanent Resident Card). When arriving at a port of entry, a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer will review your permanent resident card and any other identity documents you present, such as a passport, foreign national I.D. card or U.S. Driver’s License, and determine if you can enter the United States. For information pertaining to entry into the United States, see U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s webpage.
Germany, Spain, Italy
by: Anonymous

Question: Hello, I am currently finishing my year abroad in Spain and would like to squeeze in a few trips before heading back to the States. I am planning on traveling from August 20, 2015 through September 7, 2015. I am worried that I will run into some problems as my passport expires December 11, 2015.

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid for an additional three months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area. Since yours meets this requirement, you should have no problem visiting the countries you listed. Note, your passport should also have two blank visa pages.
Entry Criteria for Prague, Budapest & Turkey
by: mandy

Question: My passport expires at the end of December. I will be traveling to Prague, Budapest and Turkey. Do these countries have entry requirements greater than 90 days?

Answer: Both the Czech Republic and Hungary are party to the Schengen Agreement. They require your passport have at least 3 months of validity beyond your departure date.

Foreigners wishing to enter Turkey must carry a passport or travel document with an expiration date at least 60 days beyond the expiration date of their visa, visa exemption, or residence permit. Therefore, as Turkish tourist visas are generally valid for 6 months, U.S. citizens should have a passport that is valid for eight months beyond entry date. Passports should have enough blank space to allow for Turkish entry and exit stamps. If there is not enough space for entry and exit stamps in your passport, you will be denied entry into Turkey.

If your passport does not have sufficient validity, visit How to Renew a U.S. Passport
Passport
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a Canadian permanent resident with a Tanzanian passport with 10 year US VISA, I plan to travel to the US in August 2015 for a week, but my passport expires December 2016 will I be able to travel to the states?

Answer: If your visa is in a passport thatwill expire within 6 months of the end of your U.S. visit, you will need to get a new passport. However, you do not need to apply for a new visa. Just bring both your new passport and your old passport with the valid visa to present to the CBP Officer when you arrive in the U.S.

Guidelines for Issuance of New Tanzanian Passports

Note: Your ESTA is not a U.S. Visa. If you obtain a new passport, you are requried to apply for a brand new ESTA. To re-apply visit esta.cbp.dhs.gov.
Bonaire less than 3 months
by: Anonymous

Question: Travelling to Bonaire at the end of August 2015 and my passport expires early in November 2015. Do I need to renew before my trip?

Answer: Bonaire requires your passport be valid at least three months beyond planned period of stay. Therefore, you need to renew your passport before your trip.
Question on travel to Canada
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expire in Oct and I am going to Canada the first week in July. Will my passport be valid to get into Canada or do I need 3 months or longer on the time remaining?

Answer: Your passport will be valid for your trip to Canada in July. Canada only requires a passport be valid at time of entry.
6 months
by: Anonymous

Question: My passport will expire on December 2015. Am I going to have issues going to Pune in India and coming back here to the Philippines?

Answer: All U.S. citizens need a valid passport and valid Indian visa to enter and exit India for any purpose.

Your passport must have at least 6 months of validity in order to apply for a visa. If you already have a visa, your passport only needs to be valid at time of entry.

For the lastest information about entry requirements for India, visit the Embassy of India in Manila website.

U.S. citizens may enter the Philippines for purposes of tourism without a visa if they present their U.S. passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of their entry into the Philippines, and a return ticket to the United States or an onward ticket to another country.

Depending on the date of your return to the Philippines, your passport may not have sufficient validity.

Please contact the Philippines immigration office for more information.
Traveling to Portugal
by: Anonymous

Question: I am traveling abroad to Portugal and my passport expires in 3 months from the date of travel. Will I still be able to enter the States when I come back?

Answer: Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of departure from Portugal in order to enter that country. Note, validity is date specific. If your passport will expire less than 3 months after your date of departure from Portugal, you will have to renew it before your trip.

Your passport only needs to be valid on the date of entry when reentering the United States.

Click here for passport renewal instructions
Passport expiration to Mexico
by: Anonymous

Question: Does Cancun Mexico require 3 months or more on a passport?

Answer: Your passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to visit Mexico.
Planning to travel US.
by: Anonymous

Question: I am a Filipino and I am planning to travel to US this August 2nd and be back in Japan on August 29 only for almost a month and my passport will be expiring on January 3, 2016. Am I allowed to enter US without renewing my passport because it said that it must be at least 6 months after returning to your home base? Thanks.

Answer: The rule is that your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay in the United States, unless exempt by country-specific agreements.

The Philippines is on the list of countries that have agreements with the United States whereby their passports are recognized as valid for return to the country concerned for a period of six months beyond the expiration date specified in the passport.

Therefore, you passport if valid for your trip to the United States.
Traveling to London, Paris, Brussels
by: Rob

Question: I'm traveling with my niece (16 at time of trip) to England, France and Belgium and her passport will be expiring 30 days after the trip. Do we need to get it renewed before we go? Thank you.

Answer: England only requires a passport be valid at time of entry. Belgium requires at least 3 months of validity beyond your departure date. France requires a minimum of six months of validity at entry, and valid for an additional three months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area. Therefore, your niece needs to apply for a new passport.

Passports issued to minors age 15 or younger cannot be renewed by mail. Your niece needs to visit an application acceptance facility in order to apply for a new passport. Requirements will depend on her age at the time she submits her application.

15 or younger: Passport for a Minor

16 or older: New Passport Requirements
Travel from Spain to USA
by: Anonymous

Question I am an American living and working in Spain and I am traveling to Chicago for two weeks in late May. My American passport is about to expire in Late August. Will I still be allowed to travel and enter the United States?

Answer A U.S. passport only needs to be valid at the time of entry to the United States.
passport renewel
by: Anonymous

Question: Traveling to the US from Australia on the 15th June to the 13th July. My children's passport expires on the 22nd of July, Do I need to renew their passports before we go?

Answer: Passports of U.S. citizens are only required to be valid at time of entry into both the United States and Australia.
Passport
by: Thompson

Question: Traveling to Australia on 4 March 2013 for 6 weeks and my passport expires on 17 june 2013. Do i need to renew my passport before traveling?

Answer: No, you do not need to renew your passport before traveling to Australia. Your passport only needs to be valid during the duration of your stay and return to the United States. A visa is also required. You can obtain the Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) which is an electronic label-free visa, at the ETA website for a small service fee.

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