While many people would expect the expiry date on their passport to signify the moment it is no longer valid, this isn’t always the case depending on where you travel to. With so many countries each implementing their own travel regulations, here is how long you need to have left on your passport in order to travel.
Passport Only Needs to Cover Your Stay
Some countries, such as Argentina, Japan, and the United States, are happy to welcome travelers whose passports are only valid for the duration of their stay. While you cannot stay after your passport expires, these are worthwhile locations to visit if your passport will soon expire.
Valid For Three Months
Most European Union members, including all of those in the Schengen Area, require you to have a passport that is valid for at least three months in order to be allowed entry. This includes Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, and Spain.
Valid For Six Months
While not a common requirement, some popular tourist hotspots including Dubai, Israel, and the Maldives require travelers to have at least six months left on their passports in order to enter.
