passports

[belton07]

Im travelling to Dubai this Friday the 17th, and have just checked my passport and have realised my passport runs out on the 18th of March 2007 am i valid for travel as some countries insist you must have at least 6 months left on day of return, or do i need to get an emergency appointment for tomorrow at the passport offices? thankyou

[sunflower71]

Well I cam on here to post a similar question.
I emailed the passort office about my query
"Travelling to France 23 Dec 06 due back 06 Jan 07, my passort runs out on 8 Jun 07, is this ok or do I need a whole 6 months validity"

The reply I got was :
"I am sorry but UK Passport Service are not able to issue travel advice. For travel advice please either contact the embassy of the country you are going to, or the Foreign Office whose website is located at www.fco.gov.uk."

Hmmmm really helpful then!

[sunflower71]

Found this on that website:

"Some countries have an immigration requirement for a passport to remain valid for a minimum period (usually at least six months) beyond the date of entry to the country. Therefore, ensure your passport is in good condition and valid for at least 6 months at the date of your return. This is a requirement of the country concerned, not the UK Passport Service. Any questions should be addressed to their Consulate or Embassy."

[sunflower71]

Me again......

I just called the French embassy and they answered me straight away, so call the embassy

[Buenchico]

The United Arab Emirates will grant a Visit Visa to UK passport holders who have three months validity on their passport.

Source:
http://www.government.ae/gov/en/visitors/uae/v isas.jsp

If you're still not certain, phone the UAE embassy on 020 7581 1281.

Chris

[Haywra]

It is possible to renew your passport 6 months in advance and you will not lose any months.The new passport will start immediately and go on for 10 years plus.

I have just renewed mine and it has taken just oiver a week and runs out on 27th Feb 2007