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Entrance Requirements &
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U.S. CITIZENS may enter Vieques and Puerto Rico without a Passport. Puerto Rico is a commonwealth of the United States; therefore, immigration procedures are the same. You will need to show a government issued picture identification and/or birth certificate. "However, it is highly recommended that a U.S. Citizen be prepared to present documentation such as valid or expired U.S. passport, U.S. birth certificate, or Naturalization certificate to avoid delays. Exception—travel from Cuba, valid U.S. passport is required." Source: U.S. Customs and Borders Protection)
If you are NOT A U.S. CITIZEN, follow these procedures:
Passport: Required for all visitors to Puerto Rico.
Visa: A Visa can be waived, but it is usually required. Please contact your closest US Embassy for more information.
Following is a link with more information on visas
The Bureau of Consular Affairs.
Consulates and Embassies
Dominican Republic: (725-9550) Location: Ave. Ponce de Leon, Edificio (Building) Cobian’s Plaza, Parada 22 Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm
Britain: (758-9828) Location: Ave. Chardòn 350, Hato Rey (name of town) Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm and 2:00pm-5:00pm
Canada: (759-6629) Location: Ave. Ponce de Leòn 268, Hato Rey Open by appointment only.
Customs
Australia: Australian Custom Information Center
Canada: Canadian Customs
Ireland: Irish Tax and Customs
New Zealand: New Zealand Customs Service
South Africa: (SARS)South Africa Revenue Service
UK: HM Customs and Excise, National Advise Center
United States: Customs and Border Protection Services
Practical Advise
Make copies of the passport page with your photo, traveler’s checks serial numbers, travel insurance policies, plane tickets, and any other important documents that you may be carrying. Keep them separate from your originals. If you are able, it will be wise to leave a set at home and tell someone you trust where they are, just in case you would need them faxed or sent to you.In the unfortunate event of losing your passport, notify the police and the nearest embassy/consulate of your home government IMMEDIATELY. You will need to have all the information from your lost passport, proof of citizenship, and identification. Ask for temporary traveling papers that will allow you to re-enter your home destination, since the process of obtaining a replacement for your passport may take weeks.
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