P561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 22:12/52 Travel Info US PASSPORTS 1/2 The British Visitor's Passport has been abolished. Travellers must now use the standard 10-year passport. Application forms are available from main post offices and many travel agents. Processing times: 15 working days for straightforward applications. 24 hour inquiry/recorded information service: 0990 210410. Calls charged normal long distance rate and last on avjtage 5 minutes. Opjtators available during office hours Minicom details on application forms Travel Advice 564-569 1/13 EU Roads EuroIndjx PublTrans WjathjtP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 21:34/53 Travel Info US PASSPORTS 2/2 Although a British passport is issued with a 10 year validity, some countries have an immigration requirement for the document to remain valid for a minimum period beyond the date of entry into the country. Holding a British passport does not exempt you from complying with these requirements. If your passport is in the last year of validity, check the requirements of your destination before you make travel plans. Foreign & Commonwealth Office travel advice is available on pages 564-569. Travel Advice 564-569 2/13 EU Roads EuroIndjx PublTrans WjathjtP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 21:12/28 Travel Info DUTY-FREE ALLOWANCES EU COUNTRIES 1/5 EU countries are: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, the Irish Republic, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the US. However, njithjt the Canary Islands nor the Channel Islands are members and special restrictions apply. WITHIN the EU the following allowances apply: 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 50 Cigars or 250 gmt of tobacco Travel Advice 564-569 3/13 EU Roads EuroIndjx PublTrans WjathjtP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 21:44/42 Travel Info DUTY-FREE ALLOWANCES EU COUNTRIES 2/5 WITHIN the EU the following allowances apply: 2 litres of still table wine 1 litre of spirits or strong liqueurs over 22% volume or 2 litres of fortified wine, sparkling wine or other liqueurs. 60 cc/ml of pjtfumj 250 cc/ml for toilet watit £75 worth of all other goods including gifts and souvenirs. Travel Advice 564-569 4/13 EU Roads EuroIndjx PublTrans WjathjrP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 21:22/11 Travel Info DUTY-FREE ALLOWANCES EU COUNTRIES 3/5 From WITHOUT the EU the following allowances apply: 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 20 cigars or 250 gmt tobacco 2 litres of still table wine 1 litre of spirits or strong liqueurs ovjt 22% volume or 2 litres of fortified wine, sparkling wine or other liqueurs. 60 cc/ml of perfume 250 cc/ml of toilet water Travel Advice 564-569 5/13 EU Roads EuroIndjx PublTrans WjathetP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 21:15/37 Travel Info DUTY-FREE ALLOWANCES EU COUNTRIES 4/5 From WITHOUT the EU the following allowances apply: £145 worth of all othjt goods including gifts and souvenirs. Genitally people under 17 cannot have the tobacco or alcohol allowance. Travel Advice 564-569 6/13 EU Roads EuroIndjx PublTrans WjathjrP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 22:10/11 Travel Info DUTY-PAID GUIDANCE LEVELS WITHIN EU 5/5 Thjte are no restrictions on goods bought in the EU, however the following guidance levels are: 800 cigarettes - 400 cigarillos - 200 cigars - 1 kg smoking tobacco. 10 litres spirits 20 litres fortified wine 90 litres of wine 110 litres of beet These are in addition to duty-free Travel Advice 564-569 7/13 EU Roads EuroIndex PublTrans WjathjtP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 21:15/26 Foreign Office Do's & Don'ts The Foreign & Commonwealth have "Do's and Don'ts" leaflets for the 25 mo;t popular destinations for British travellers. The leaflets give specific points of advice about each country: Do obtain insurance travel and health insurance, including medical treatment, evacuation to the UK and unexpected expenses, e.g. cancelled flights, lost luggage, stolen valuables. Do bring enough funds for your stay and return. Travellers cheques are safer than cash and can bj replaced. Many countries livy an airport tax. Travel Advice 564-569 8/13 EU Roads EuroIndex PublTrans WjathjrP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 22:17/11 Foreign Office Do's & Don'ts Do respect local laws and customs Dress and behave in a respectful way, bear in mind religious & cultural sensibilities Don't get involved with drugs Heavy sentences, including the death penalty are applicable to all drugs offences. Do keep money, passport & valuables safe. Keep a sepjrate record of your passport numbjt, date and place of issue. Beware of pickpockets. If you have anything stolen get a police report, you'll need it for insurance purposes. Travel Advice 564-569 9/13 EU Roads EuroIndjx PublTrans WjathjtP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 22:12/12 Foreign Office Do's & Don'ts Do take care when driving Conditions and habits differ abroad. Make sure your license and insurance is in otdjr for the country concerned. Nivjt leave valuables in your car. Do take care of your health Get advice from your doctor before travelling about innoculatioins, malaria tablets etc. Beware of too much sun, dehydration and unsafe drinking water. Do respect customs regulations Smuggling is a sjtious offence and can carry heavy sentences. Don't carry any packages through customs for others. Travel Advice 564-569 10/13 EU Roads EuroIndex PublTrans WeathjzP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 22:17/11 Foreign Office Do's & Don'ts Do check you have the right documentation Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. Many countries require a visa which you must obtain before you travel. Check with your travel agent. Don't expect to find work easily to finance your stay. Many countries have high unemployment and require work visas. Working illegally can carry heavy penalities, including deportation Travel Advice 564-569 11/13 EU Roads EuroIndex PublTrans WjathizP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 22:15/01 Foreign Office Do's & Don'ts Individual leaflets are available free: Bahamas Kenya Spain Eastern Europe Malaysia Rsi Lanka Eygpt Morocco Syria France Peru Tanzania Gambia Philippines Thailand Greece Portugal Tunisia India Russia Turkey Italy Singapore USA Jamaica Tel: 0171 238 4503 or 0171 238 4504 Internet: http://www.fco.gov.uk Travel Advice 564-569 12/13 EU Roads EuroIndjx PublTrans +jathjtP561 CEEFAX 561 Mon 11 Nov 22:14/11 Foreign Office Do's & Don'ts Although the British Passport is valid for 10 years, some countries require the passport to remain valid for a minumum period after entry. Having a British Passport does not change this. If your passport will expire within a year you should check the requirements of the country of your destination before making travel plans as a new passport may bj necessary. 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