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Passport expiration question...

  • 31-08-2008 6:14pm
    #1
    Wertz
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    I searched this topic and while there are some threads that sort of answer my query I'm still not 100% satisfied.

    Due to travel to Holland in october, but also just noticed that my 10 yr passport expires in Feb 2009. I remember some kick up a while back about certain countries requiring you to have at least 6 months validity remaining on the document after your due departure date. The Dept of Foriegn Affairs website confirms this. I've also looked on ryanair's site at their T&C's and whilst they mention that this is required when flying outside the EEA, no mention is made about flying within the EEA.
    Can anyone tell me for definite if I need to renew or if I'm safe enough?
    All replies appreciated.

    Additionally, a sticky of sorts covering the topic of expired passports and the expectations of certain countries and nations WRT those passports might be a handy addition to the forum.


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  • #2
    RxQueen
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    It has to be vaild for 6 months after he return date, some people chance 3 months after the return date, but you could run into hassle, has happened before, tbh your better off just getting a new one.

    most Travel agents have the requirment for passengers for it to be six months.


  • #3
    killbillvol2
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,178 ✭✭✭killbillvol2


    emo!! wrote: »
    It has to be vaild for 6 months after he return date, some people chance 3 months after the return date, but you could run into hassle, has happened before, tbh your better off just getting a new one.

    most Travel agents have the requirment for passengers for it to be six months.

    Crap.

    From the website of the Dutch embassy; "Irish Nationals wishing to visit the Netherlands as a tourist for a stay of less than three months need a valid EU passport and do not require a visa".

    Your passport will be fine. (Some countries require 6 months validity and the only way to be sure is to check on a case by case basis).


  • #4
    Wertz
    Closed Accounts Posts: 11,909 ✭✭✭✭Wertz


    killbillvol2 wrote: »
    Crap.

    From the website of the Dutch embassy; "Irish Nationals wishing to visit the Netherlands as a tourist for a stay of less than three months need a valid EU passport and do not require a visa".

    Your passport will be fine. (Some countries require 6 months validity and the only way to be sure is to check on a case by case basis).

    Cheers, didn't think to look at the Dutch embassy site (thought it'd be in Dutch tbh). My passport would have 4 months validity from my entry date, so even if I stayed the 3 months it would still be valid for getting back into Ireland (which I assume is some country's problem with documents nearing their expiry date).
    What about ryanair's part in all this...I'd hate for them to make it difficult on the day, but I could do without having to shell out for a new PP prior to leaving (unless 100% necessary).


  • #5
    killbillvol2
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,178 ✭✭✭killbillvol2


    AFAIK Ryanair only stipulate the 6 months for flying outside the EEA.

    This is from the Dept. of Foreign Affairs via Citizens' Information:

    Passports

    With the exception of travel to the UK, Irish citizens require a valid passport in order to travel to every destination. All EU citizens have the right to enter and reside in the territory of any other member state of the European Union for a period of up to three months simply by presenting a valid passport or national identity card: no other formality is required. Member states cannot set additional conditions concerning the minimum validity of duration of the identity card or passport.

    You're covered!


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