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Passport Validity Calculator

Passport Validity Calculator

Be sure to double check the entry requirements of the country you plan to visit to determine if your passport is valid. You can refer to the embassy or consulate of that country for accurate and up-to-date information regarding passport validity requirements.

Requirements and conditions may change permanently or temporarily at any time. As such, the listed data should not be considered definitive and travelers should always confirm requirements with official channels at their destination countries.

IMPORTANT: Do not make any travel arrangements until you have a valid passport. We can’t accept responsibility for any paid travel arrangements.

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You Can Travel On Your Current Passport

Based on the information you have given us, your British passport is valid for travel to your destination. Be sure to double check the entry requirements of the country you plan to visit to determine if your passport is valid. You can refer to the embassy or consulate of that country for accurate and up-to-date information regarding passport validity requirements.

You Need to Renew Your Passport Before Traveling

Your passport needs to be valid for at least three months prior to the date you plan on leaving your destination and your issue date must be less than 10 years ago. You must also have at least 2 blank pages available if you are traveling to South Africa, Germany or India.

You Need to Renew Your Passport Before Traveling

Your passport needs to be valid for at least six months prior to the date you plan on leaving your destination and your issue date must be less than 10 years ago. You must also have at least 2 blank pages available if you are traveling to South Africa, Germany or India.

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Countries with other Passport Validity Requirements

Besides the six-month or three-month passport requirement, some countries require other validity periods:

  • Australia – Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay.
  • Bermuda – 45 days on arrival
  • Barbados – Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay.
  • Eritrea – 3 months on arrival
  • Hong Kong – 3 months on arrival
  • India – Your passport must be machine readable, with two blank pages for your visa and valid for a minimum of 180 days at the time of entry into India.
  • Japan – Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay.
  • Lebanon – 3 months on arrival
  • Macau – 3 months on arrival
  • Mexico – Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay.
  • Micronesia – 4 months on arrival
  • New Zealand – Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of one month from the date of exit.
  • South Africa – Rules state that your passport should be valid for at least 30 days from the date of exit, but it’s recommended that you have at least six months on your passport before it expires. Your passport should also have at least two blank pages when you enter or leave South Africa.
  • The Maldives – 3 months on arrival
  • Zambia – 4 months on arrival
  • The USA – Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay. However, your passport must be a biometric ePassport with the silver camera symbol on the front. There are also a number of other rules concerning entry to the USA, which you should check before travelling.

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Still Not Sure?

Are you still unsure whether your UK Passport needs to be renewed before your upcoming trip? Our team of British Passport specialists are happy to assist. Contact us below.

 

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