how much time needed on passport when traveling
Many require at least six months' validity, some require at least three months, yet some are happy to let you in so long as you get home before it runs out. A friend of mine who had to travel overseas for a family emergency had a terrible time trying to book a flight, with less than six months left on her passport. Airlines gave her travel agent conflicting stories about passport requirements, limiting her choice of airline and flights. I've asked many in the travel industry but no one has been able to answer the question of why we need extra time on our passport, especially if we're only going for a few days. Travel plans do sometimes go astray, but not generally by six months â and surely those situations could be managed.