The U.S. has agreements with over 100 countries (the " Six-Month Club ") that waive this requirement. For citizens of these countries, a passport only needs to be valid for the duration of their intended stay.
Six-Month Validity Update - U.S. Customs and Border Protection
For U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders), the "6 month rule" refers to travel outside the United States.
Some regions, like the Schengen Area , generally require only three months of validity beyond your planned departure date. Permanent Residency (Immigration)
Airlines often enforce this rule strictly because they can be fined for transporting passengers who do not meet entry criteria.
The U.S. has agreements with over 100 countries (the " Six-Month Club ") that waive this requirement. For citizens of these countries, a passport only needs to be valid for the duration of their intended stay.
Six-Month Validity Update - U.S. Customs and Border Protection 6 Month Rule
For U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders), the "6 month rule" refers to travel outside the United States. like the Schengen Area
Some regions, like the Schengen Area , generally require only three months of validity beyond your planned departure date. Permanent Residency (Immigration) 6 Month Rule
Airlines often enforce this rule strictly because they can be fined for transporting passengers who do not meet entry criteria.