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Will Sweden be your next destination? Fortunately, you will not need to obtain a Sweden Visa to travel to Sweden for business, tourism, or official purposes. Travelers to Sweden will have to provide proof that they have sufficient funds for the duration of the trip, as well as a return ticket for when they will be departing Sweden. Also, you should keep in mind that your current passport should be up to date and in order before you plan your trip to Sweden. To ensure that your passport is up to date, you can follow the guidelines listed below. These guidelines will help ensure that you do not face any difficulties when you are traveling.

Passport Validation- Your passport should be valid before your trip to Sweden. Moreover, your passport should have at least 6 months validity left on it after you depart Sweden. Though Sweden is in the Schengen territory and will only need 3 months validity, we recommend that you have 6 months validity so you do not face issues if you wish to travel to neighboring countries that are outside the Schengen region.

Blank Visa Pages- Sweden, along with other countries, will require travelers to have a minimum of (2) blank visa pages available for visa stamps while they are traveling.

Transit Visa- A transit visa is necessary, at times, when connecting flights in a different country. Some countries will ask travelers to provide a transit visa when connecting flights in that country. Be sure to double check the details of your flight.

Sweden Embassy & Consulate Information

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Have you been thinking of a trip to Swaziland? You will not have to obtain a Swaziland visa in order to travel to Swaziland for up to 3 months for tourism and business purposes. However, Swaziland will require all travelers to present a valid and up to date passport before they can enter Swaziland. If travelers do not have a passport that meets the guidelines of Swaziland immigration, they may be denied entry into the country which can be a real inconvenience. To avoid these predicaments, travelers to Swaziland should follow the guidelines below regarding their passports.

Passport Validity- Your passport should have a minimum of 6 months validity. The 6 months of validity period will begin AFTER your projected departure from Swaziland. If this guideline is not met, you may face issues entering Swaziland.

Blank Visa Pages- Swaziland, along with many other countries, will require having several blank visa pages in their passports. Usually, the recommended amount of visa pages that should be left blank at (2). However, Swaziland immigration will need to have more than (2) blank visa pages for amendments. Be sure this guideline is met to avoid any difficulties while traveling to Swaziland.

Transit Visa- If you will be connecting flights in another country before arriving in Swaziland, you may have to provide a transit visa. A transit visa will be necessary of the country you are a connecting flight in requests a transit visa. Find about the specifics of your flight with your airline provider.

Swaziland Embassy & Consulate Information

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Is Suriname your next destination? You will need to obtain a Suriname visa in order to travel to Suriname for tourism, business, and official purposes. Suriname also offers a tourist card, which can be obtained at the port of entry in Suriname. This tourist card will allow United States citizens (1) entry into Suriname for tourism purposes. Also, you will need to make sure that you have a passport that is valid and up to date. Your passport should have at least 6 months validity left on it after you depart Suriname, as well as a minimum of (2) blank visa pages to accommodate for visa stamps while traveling.

Suriname Visa Requirements

For a tourist visa, your documents should include a Suriname visa application form, (1) accepted passport photograph, and a program or itinerary of your trip. Also, a notarized letter of consent and a birth certificate will be necessary for minors.

Everything needed for a tourist visa will also be needed for a business letter with one more addition. You will have to provide a Business Letter that entails an introduction of the applicant, the type of business that will take place, the type of visa and desired validity length, and proof of sufficient funds for the entirety of your stay. The business letter should be on the letterhead of the company you are employed with.

For an official visa, you will have to provide everything needed for a tourist visa with the addition of a State Department Letter. The letter should be addressed to the “Embassy of Suriname, Washington, D.C.” and should detail the purpose of the trip, travel dates, and passport number.

Suriname Embassy & Consulate Information

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How about a trip to Spain for your next vacation? You will not need to obtain a Spain visa in order to travel to Spain for up to 3 months for tourism and business purposes. Though Spain does not require you to have a Spain visa, they may request documents such as a return ticket, proof of sufficient funds, hotel accommodations, or letter of invitation. You may be denied entry into Spain if these requested documents cannot be provided. Also, you will need to carry your valid and up to date passport with you when traveling to Spain. Below is a list of guidelines that should be considered regarding your passport.

Validity- Your passport should have a minimum of 6 months validity left on it after you depart Spain. Though Spain is in the Schengen territory and will only require 3-month validity, we recommend you have 6 months to ensure no hassles when traveling to countries outside the Schengen territory.

Visa Pages- It is important to have a minimum of (2) blank visa pages in your passport book when you travel to Spain. This will allow for any needed visa stamps. Issues may arise if this minimum requirement is not fulfilled.

Transit Visa- You will need to obtain a transit visa when connecting flights in some cases. Some countries will require travelers to obtain a transit visa when they stop in that country for a connecting flight. Discuss the details of your trip with your airline provider.

Spain Embassy & Consulate Information

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Is your next destination South Korea? You will not need to obtain a South Korea Visa in order to travel to South Korea for up to 3 months. If you wish to stay longer than 3 months, you will have to obtain a South Korea visa for the Republic of Korea Embassy or Consulate. Also, you will have to apply for an Alien Registration Card if you will be staying longer than 90 days in South Korea. In addition, your current United States passport should be up to date and in order before you take your trip to South Korea. Below is a list of guidelines that we recommend you follow regarding your passport prior to your trip to South Korea.

Passport Validity- You passport will have to be valid for a minimum of 6 months after your departure from South Korea. Some countries may require less validity time, but to ensure you do not run into any issues, we recommend that you have at least 6 months validity on your passport.

Blank Visa Pages- There should be a minimum of (2) blank visa pages in your passport book to allow for any visa stamps that will be necessary during your travel. If there is not at least (2) blank visa pages, you may run into some difficulties while traveling.

Transit visa- A transit visa is required when connecting flights in certain countries. If you will be connecting flights in a different country, the country in which you are staying may need you to provide a transit visa. Ask your airline provider about your flight details.

South Korea Embassy & Consulate Information

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Will you or a family member travel to the United Arab Emirates? If so, you will need to obtain a United Arab Emirates visa. Travelers who will be spending 30 days or less in the United Arab Emirates, will be able to obtain a visa at the port of entry when entering into the United Arab Emirates free of charge. If a traveler will be staying more than 30 days in the United Arab Emirates, then they will need to apply for a visa before they arrive in the United Arab Emirates. Also, a full medical examination will be required for work, and residence visas, included in the medical examination will be an HIV/AIDS test. A United State HIV/AIDS test will not be accepted, travelers will have to be tested upon arrival.

Also, your passport should be in order before you decide to travel to the United Arab Emirates. Below you will find guidelines that should be fulfilled regarding your passport.

Check passport validity – Those traveling to the United Arab Emirates will need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after they exit the United Arab Emirates. We recommend a validity time of roughly 6 months.

Blank visa pages – United Arab Emirates, as well as many other countries, require a minimum of (2) blank visa pages in your passport book when you arrive and depart Guadeloupe. This will accommodate any visa stamps that will need to be stamped in your passport while you travel.

Transit Visa – Sometimes a transit visa is required when traveling to a country on a connecting flight. Specify the specifics of your flight to verify if you will need a transit visa or not.

Now regarding a United Arab Emirates visa, travelers from the United States saying 30 days or less, do not have the option of submitting documentation before they arrive in the United Arab Emirates. They will be issued a visa upon arrival.

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Interested in visiting the U.S. Virgin Islands? You will not need a U.S. Virgin Islands visa to enter the U.S. Virgin Islands. If you are a United States citizen, you will not need a passport to enter the U.S. Virgin Islands, though it is encouraged to carry one. If you will be visiting the U.S. Virgin Islands and decide to travel to the British Virgin Islands, you will need a passport in order to do that. Also, if you will be entering the United States from a different country such are Mexico for example, you will have to present a valid passport to do so. If you plan on staying on the U.S. Virgin Islands solely, then you will not need to carry a passport.

However, if you wish to carry your passport to visit other islands that will require a passport, then you should follow the guidelines below regarding passport information.

Validity- There should be at least 6 months validity left on your passport while traveling. Though some countries will require less than 6 months validity, others will require a minimum of 6 months.

Visa Pages- There should be at least (2) blank visa pages in your passport book when you travel to Taiwan. This will allow for countries immigration departments to enter the appropriate visa stamps into your passport book.

Transit Visa- If you will be connecting flights on the way to U.S. Virgin Islands, then you might have to obtain a transit visa while you wait on your layover in the other country where your flight connects. Find out the specifics of your flight with your airline company.

NOTE: US Passport Help Guide has no Embassy or Consulate information for the U.S. Virgin Islands

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Is Tanzania next on the bucket list? If so, you will have to obtain a Tanzania visa in order to travel there on tourism, and business purposes. Also, you will need to ensure that your current passport is in order and up to date before you take your trip. Your passport when traveling to Tanzania should have at least 6 months validity left on it, at least (2) blank visa pages, and you should ask about any transit visas that might be needed if you will be joining flights in another country.

Now, regarding a tourist Tanzania Visa, you will have to provide the requested documentation in order to obtain a visa. The documents that should be included are a Tajikistan visa application form, your current, signed United States passport with at least 6 months validity, (1) passport photograph, and an itinerary of your trip. Also, you should provide a copy of your hotel reservations with the applicant’s name on the reservation for the hotel.

If you wish to obtain a business visa, you will have to provide a business letter in addition to the documentation needed for a tourist visa. A business letter should be written on the company’s letterhead that is sponsoring your trip, signed by a senior manager, and be addressed to the Embassy of Tanzania. Also, the letter should entail an introduction of the applicant, the type of business that will be conducted on the trip, and determine the type of visa needed along with validity length. Also, you will have to prove that you have ample funds for your traveling purposes.

Tanzania Embassy & Consulate Information

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A great tourist destination in Taiwan. For travel to Taiwan, a Taiwan visa will not be necessary for tourism and business purposes for up to 90 days. However, you will need a passport that is up to date. Taiwan requires at least 3 months or 90 days of validity to be left on your passport before you will be able to enter Taiwan. If you have a passport with less than 3 months validity on it, then Taiwanese Immigration will allow you to stay in Taiwan up until your passport has fully expired. Keep in mind, this may cause issues when returning to the United States since a valid passport will be needed in order for you to enter the United States.

Below are guidelines to keep in mind regarding your passport:

Validity- According to Taiwan, only 3 months validity should be on your passport when your travel to that country. Though this is acceptable to Taiwan, it may not be acceptable in countries you wish to visit that border Taiwan. Be sure to inquire about the specifics of each country before you enter them

Visa Pages- There should be at least (2) blank visa pages in your passport book when you travel to Taiwan. This will allow for Taiwanese Immigration to enter the appropriate visa stamps into your passport book.

Transit Visa- If you will be connecting flights on the way to Taiwan, then you may need to obtain a transit visa while you wait on your layover in the other country where your flight connects. Find out the specifics of your flight with your airline company.

Taiwan Embassy & Consulate Information

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