Passport Validity Checker
Check whether your passport has enough validity left for your trip, using the 3-month, 6-month and stay-length rules for each destination.
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Rules by destination
Passport validity rules for 37 destinations
As published in each destination's UK government travel advice, cross-checked with official sources where available, in November 2026. Rules can differ by nationality.
| Destination | Rule |
|---|---|
| Albania | Passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave Albania. |
| Argentina | Passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. |
| Australia | Passport must be valid for the length of your planned stay. |
| Canada | Passport must be valid for the length of your planned stay. |
| China (mainland) | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you arrive and have 2 blank pages. |
| Colombia | Passport must be valid on entry (and for the stay); 6 months beyond departure is recommended, not required. |
| Costa Rica | Passport must be valid for at least 1 day after the day you plan to leave Costa Rica. |
| Cyprus (Republic of) | Passport must have been issued within the last 10 years and be valid for at least 3 months after you leave, with at least 1 blank page. |
| Egypt | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival and have at least 1 blank page. |
| Georgia | Passport should be valid for the duration of your stay. |
| Hong Kong | Passport must be valid for at least 1 month after the date you plan to leave Hong Kong. |
| India | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months (from arrival per FCDO; from the e-Visa application date per India's e-Visa rules) and have at least 2 blank pages. |
| Indonesia (incl. Bali) | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival and have at least 2 blank pages. |
| Israel | Passport must be valid for at least 90 days from the date you arrive. |
| Jamaica | Passport must be valid for the duration of your stay and have 2 blank pages. |
| Japan | Passport must be valid for the length of your stay with no extra validity required, and you need a blank page for the entry stamp. |
| Jordan | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival. |
| Kenya | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival and have at least 2 blank pages. |
| Malaysia | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival and be undamaged with no missing pages. |
| Maldives | Passport must have at least 1 month of validity when you arrive. |
| Mexico | Passport must be valid for the duration of your stay (Mexico recommends 180 days of validity because that is the maximum tourist stay). |
| New Zealand | Passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave New Zealand. |
| Oman | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival. |
| Peru | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you arrive. |
| Philippines | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you arrive. |
| Saudi Arabia | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival. |
| Schengen area | Passport must have been issued within the previous 10 years and be valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave the Schengen area. |
| Singapore | Passport must have at least 6 months' validity when you arrive. |
| South Africa | Passport must be valid for at least 30 days after you leave South Africa and have at least 2 blank pages. |
| South Korea | For visa-free tourist visits (up to 90 days) the passport must expire after the date you leave South Korea. |
| Tanzania | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival and have at least 1 blank page. |
| Thailand | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you arrive and have at least 1 blank page. |
| Turkey (Türkiye) | Passport must be valid for at least 150 days from arrival (60 days beyond the maximum 90-day visa-free stay) and have 1 blank page. |
| United Arab Emirates | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you arrive. |
| United Kingdom | Passport must be valid for the whole of your stay in the UK; no extra months are required. |
| United States | Passport must be valid for 6 months beyond your intended stay, unless your country is on the 'Six-Month Club' list, in which case it only needs to be valid for the length of the stay. |
| Vietnam | Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival, have 2 blank pages and be undamaged. |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 6-month passport rule?
Many countries require your passport to be valid for at least 6 months when you arrive, including Thailand, the UAE, China, Indonesia and Vietnam. Others measure from the day you leave, and some, such as the UK, Canada and Australia, only require the passport to be valid for your whole stay.
What passport validity do I need for the Schengen area?
For non-EU travellers, your passport must have been issued within the previous 10 years and be valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area. Both conditions apply, so an old passport with plenty of time left can still be refused.
Does my passport need 6 months' validity for the United States?
Normally your passport should be valid for 6 months beyond your stay, but citizens of countries on the US Six-Month Club list only need a passport valid for the length of their stay. The list includes the UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and most European countries.
Is the rule measured from arrival or departure?
It varies. Thailand, the UAE and China measure 6 months from the day you arrive. The Schengen area, New Zealand and South Africa measure from the day you leave. The checker applies the right starting point for each destination.
Can an airline refuse to let me board?
Yes. Airlines check passports against the destination's rules before you board, and some apply stricter checks. If you are close to a limit, renew your passport before you travel.
Related calculators
- Schengen 90/180 calculator: how long you can stay once you are there
- Visa stay guides: how long you can stay in each country with your passport
- EES calculator: the EU Entry/Exit System day count
Disclaimer: This tool is for information only and is not legal, tax or immigration advice. Rules change and can depend on your circumstances. Rules checked against UK Foreign Office travel advice, the Schengen Borders Code and US CBP in November 2026.
