How long before passport expiration can a US citizen start travel in either Mexico or Germany?
I seem to recall that some countries require that my passport does not expire for 6 months from the date when I enter the country. Why?!
My more specific question is: I am a US citizen, my US passport will expire in September 2017. Can I travel to Mexico and Germany this summer (coming back to the US in August)?
Best Answer
The accepted answer is incorrect about Germany. Your passport must be valid for three months after your planned departure. See http://www.germany.info/Vertretung/usa/en/05__Legal/02__Directory__Services/01__Visa/Schengen_20Visa.html:
on the planned date of departure from Germany, your passport should have at least another three months validity
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Can I travel to Mexico with a passport that expires in 1 month?
The Mexican government does not require that your passport be valid for at least 6 months if you want to visit Mexico. You can stay in the country even if your passport expires in 2 or 3 months.Does Mexico require 6 months passport?
Answer: Mexico does not require the six months validity in your passport in order to enter. You can renew the passports once you return from your trip.Can I travel to Mexico with 2 months left on my passport?
The Mexican government only requires that your passport must be valid during the entirety of your trip. Please contact the airline(s) you will be flying on to ensure that they let you board the plane as the United States does have a six months validity rule for passports that may apply.How long before passport expires Can I travel to Mexico?
No matter how long you plan to stay, many countries require that your passport has at least six months left before it expires. If it expires any sooner than that, they'll turn you away. This is known as the 'six-month validity rule' and all travelers should know about this passport rule before traveling overseas.6 Month Passport Validity Rule | Can I travel with less than 6 months left on my passport?
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