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Home  >  World  > South America  > Falkland Islands Passport/Visa   Passport Required? Visa Required? Return Ticket Required? British Yes No Yes Australian Yes No Yes Canadian Yes No Yes USA Yes No Yes OtherEU Yes No Yes Japanese Yes No Yes PASSPORTS: Passport valid for a minimum of six months required by all. VISAS: Required by all except the following for stays of up to four months: (a) nationals mentioned in the chart above; (b) nationals of Andorra, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Cyprus, Finland, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Israel, Korea (Rep), Liechtenstein, Malta, New Zealand, Norway, San Marino, South Africa, Switzerland, Uruguay and Vatican City. Note: All nationals (including non-visa nationals) must obtain a visitors permit, normally valid for four weeks. An extension may be granted by applying to the Immigration Office on arrival and providing proof of sufficient funds and accommodation during stay. A visitors permit is issued after completing a visitors form and requires proof of return tickets, sufficient funds and accommodation. Visitors permits can be obtained from the Falkland Islands Government Office in London (see Contact Addresses section), the nearest British Consulate (or Consular section at the Embassy) or, on arrival, at the Falkland Islands Immigration Office, Ross Road, Stanley, Falkland Islands (tel: 27340; fax: 27342; e-mail: customs.fig@horizon.co.fk). Types of visa and cost: One type of visa is issued for all types of travel. The cost is £20. Note: All persons leaving the Falkland Islands by air are charged an Embarkation Tax of £20. Validity: Usually six months from the date of issue for stays of up to four months. Application to: Falkland Islands Government Office (see Contact Addresses section), the nearest British Consulate (or Consular section at the Embassy) or the Falkland Islands Immigration Office. Application requirements: (a) Application form. (b) Passport valid for a minimum of six months. (c) Two passport-size photographs. (d) Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay, accommodation booking and onward/return tickets. (e) Fee. Working days required: Within 24 hours if applying in person. Two to four weeks for applicants applying by post. It is advisable, however, to apply in plenty of time. Copyright © 2003 Columbus Publishing Ltd. Terms and Conditions apply.