All countries around the world require a valid passport of entry but some countries require passport must be valid for a certain number of month from the date. Each country makes it own rules and the rules sometimes changes so it is wise to now before you go.
Travellers planning overseas trips are responsible for knowing the rules for entering the countries they want to visit. A good source of up to date information about passport validity visit the embassy websites of the countries they want to visit.
We strongly recommend you visit Australia Smart Traveller website before you arrange your trip. Smart Traveller is Australia Foreign affairs department that carefully look into all countries around the world for issues and evens. You should register your travel plans so smart traveller will able to contact you in an emergency.
Find out early which visas you need by contacting the nearest embassy, high commission or consulate of the country you plan to visit. You can find their contact details in the White pages or online at dfat.gov.au/embassies.html. Your travel agent might also be able to provide advice on visa requirements. A visa does not necessarily guarantee entry to a country, particularly if authorities suspect you might breach the conditions upon which the visa was issued.
When you enter some countries, you receive an entry permit that tells you the date when you must leave. If you want to stay longer you must apply for an extension. Be aware that visa-free schemes may not permit extensions and if you overstay you could be fined or jailed.
Don’t assume you can use your Australian licence overseas – in many countries you’ll need an international driving permit to rent a car. You can get an international driving permit from the automobile club or association in the state or territory where your licence is current. See our page about road safety and driving for more information.
All countries around the world require a valid passport of entry but some countries require passport must be valid for a certain number of month from the date. Each country makes it own rules and the rules sometimes changes so it is wise to now before you go.
Travellers planning overseas trips are responsible for knowing the rules for entering the countries they want to visit. A good source of up to date information about passport validity visit the embassy websites of the countries they want to visit.
We strongly recommend you visit Australia Smart Traveller website before you arrange your trip. Smart Traveller is Australia Foreign affairs department that carefully look into all countries around the world for issues and evens. You should register your travel plans so smart traveller will able to contact you in an emergency.
Find out early which visas you need by contacting the nearest embassy, high commission or consulate of the country you plan to visit. You can find their contact details in the White pages or online at dfat.gov.au/embassies.html. Your travel agent might also be able to provide advice on visa requirements. A visa does not necessarily guarantee entry to a country, particularly if authorities suspect you might breach the conditions upon which the visa was issued.
