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Re: Passport requirements...??
[Re: Planefreak]
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09/17/2016 05:36 AM
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Answers are inconsistent at best it seems, especially if travelling from SXM to neighboring islands. You will probably be OK but if in doubt, renew. There are many Canadian members here on TTOL so hopefully they can provide a more definitive answer.
J.D.
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Re: Passport requirements...??
[Re: Planefreak]
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09/17/2016 06:35 AM
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Entry Requirements Passports must be valid on date of entry. Passport must be valid at time of return to USA - I would believe it is the same for Canada. =================== Customs requirements Customs
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Re: Passport requirements...??
[Re: Planefreak]
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09/17/2016 07:42 AM
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Planefreak said: Hey All,
I am traveling to St Maarten in January 2017, from Canada & my passport expires in July 2017. I'm getting different answers from various websites regarding the requirements for entry.
Is this going to be an issue...??? Arriving at PJIA won't be an issue as your passport just needs to be valid for the duration of your stay. The only issue would be if you were on the french side and took the ferry to anguilla and tried to return to the french side as they require your passport to be valid for at least 6 months.
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Re: Passport requirements...??
[Re: Planefreak]
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09/17/2016 10:13 AM
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The following is taken from the Canadian government website on travel:
Canadians must present a passport to visit Saint Martin, which must be valid for at least three months beyond the date of expected departure from that country. Prior to travelling, ask your transportation company about its requirements related to passport validity, which may be more stringent than the country's entry rules.
Happy travels.
Kevin
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Re: Passport requirements...??
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09/17/2016 10:26 AM
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Prior to travelling, ask your transportation company about its requirements related to passport validity, which may be more stringent than the country's entry rules. This is why I said that if in doubt, best to renew as there are too many hoops to jump through with the lack of consistency in how this all works.
J.D.
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Re: Passport requirements...??
[Re: Planefreak]
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09/17/2016 11:03 AM
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No problem with those dates.You are required to have an expiry date 3 months after your return date to insure you will still be legal should something unexpected happen to delay your scheduled departure.You will have lots of time to renew after you come home again. Enjoy your trip!
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Re: Passport requirements...??
[Re: candu]
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09/18/2016 05:27 PM
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candu said: The government website may give certain ctiteria but one person working for the airline or someone from security who is paid minimum wage can apply their own interpretation. Better safe than sorry. While I will agree with the intent of your post, I don't think the amount of pay has anything to do with making a wrong decision.
J.D.
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