What happens if I travel and my passport expires?


What happens if I travel and my passport expires? Anyone traveling with an expired passport should contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate to apply for a new passport. If you're flying overseas, don't bother showing up at the airport without a legitimate passport. If you can't renew in time, rearrange your flight.


Can I travel to Paris with 2 months left on my passport?

Quick Facts. PASSPORT VALIDITY: At least three months beyond date of departure from the Schengen area. The 12-page U.S. emergency passport is not valid for visa-free entry into France.


Can I travel to Europe with less than 3 months on my passport?

Many European countries (the Schengen states) require that your passport be valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area.


Can I go to Europe if my passport expires in 2 months?

Many European countries (the Schengen states) require that your passport be valid for at least three months beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area.


What countries require 3 months on passport?

Valid for three months
  • Andorra.
  • Austria.
  • Belgium.
  • Bulgaria.
  • Croatia.
  • Republic of Cyprus.
  • Czech Republic.
  • Denmark.


Can I travel to Paris if my passport expires in 3 months?

Passport Validity for France Entry into France for short-term tourism (90 days) or business requires that your passport be valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure from the Schengen Area.


Can I travel to Amsterdam with less than 6 months on my passport?

PASSPORT VALIDITY: A passport must be valid for at least three months beyond planned date of departure from the Schengen area. The 12-page U.S. emergency passport is not accepted by Dutch authorities for visa-free entry into the Netherlands.


What if my passport expired and I have a trip?

Anyone traveling with an expired passport should contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate to apply for a new passport. If you're flying overseas, don't bother showing up at the airport without a legitimate passport. If you can't renew in time, rearrange your flight.


Which country requires 6 months valid passport?

In Asia, nations like China, Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand enforce this rule. South American countries like Brazil, Venezuela and Bolivia also need a passport that's good for six months.


What is the 3 month rule for Schengen passport?

The passport should have been issued within the last 10 years. The passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date on which you intend to leave the Schengen territory, or, in the case of multiple journeys, the date on which you intend to leave after the last stay.


Can I travel while waiting for my passport renewal?

Answer: No, you cannot travel internationally without a valid passport. Photocopies of passports are not acceptable. If you need your passport to travel internationally and do not have time to wait for routine processing, then you can apply for expedited passport renewal. By mail, this process takes 2-3 weeks.