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Visa Information
Passengers are responsible for procuring the necessary travel documents (visas and passport) for the countries listed:
Brazil, Cambodia, China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Russia, Tanzania, Thailand, Tibet, Turkey, Vietnam, Zimbabwe
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| Brazil |
approx. $110 |
| Brazilian visas must be obtained in advance from the Brazilian Embassy All Brazilian visas, regardless of validity, are considered invalid if not used within 90 days of the issuance date. For current entry and customs requirements for Brazil, travelers may contact the Brazilian Embassy at 3009 Whitehaven St. N.W., Washington, D.C., 20008; telephone 202-238-2828, e-mail consular@brasilemb.org.; Internet: http://www.brasilemb.org. Travelers may also contact the Brazilian consulates in Boston, Houston, Miami, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, or San Francisco. Addresses, phone numbers, web and e-mail addresses, and jurisdictions of these consulates may be found at the Brazilian Embassy web site above.
Effective Jan 3, '04, based on a reciprocity agreement, every American citizen entering Brazil will have their photograph and fingerprints taken.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Cambodia |
approx. $20 |
| Visa is necessary and must be obtained prior to leaving the US
Current information about entry/visa and other requirements may be obtained from the Royal Embassy of Cambodia, 4500 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20022, telephone number 202-726-7742, fax 202-726-8381.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| China |
approx. $50 single entry; approx. $75 double entry |
| Visa is necessary and must be obtained prior to leaving the US.
For information about entry requirements travelers may consult the Embassy of the People's Republic of China (PRC) at 2300 Connecticut Avenue N.W., Washington. D.C. 20008, or call tel. (1-202) 328-2500 through 2502. For more information regarding PRC visas, please contact the Embassy's visa section at telephone (1-202) 328-2517 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. or see http://www.china-embassy.org/eng/. There are also Chinese Consulates General in Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Egypt |
approx. $25 |
| Travelers can obtain a renewable 30-day tourist visa at any port of entry, except at Taba and Rafah, for approximately $16 fee, payable in U.S. dollars (or STI may provided for $25). Visitors arriving overland must obtain a visa prior to arrival. For additional entry requirements, U.S. citizens may contact: http://www.mfa.gov.eg or Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, 3521 International Court, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, (202) 895-5400 or the Egyptian consulates also in: New York, NY; Chicago, IL 60611; Houston, TX; San Francisco, CA.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Jordan |
single entry approx. $16.50, multiply entry approx. $31.50 |
| Visitors may obtain a visa for Jordan for a fee at most international ports of entry upon arrival except at the King Hussein/Allenby Bridge. For further information, travelers may contact the Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, 3504 International Drive, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone (202) 966-2664.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| India |
approx. $60 |
| All visitors must obtain visas at an Indian embassy or consulate abroad prior to entering the country. For further information on entry requirements, please contact the Embassy of India at 2536 Massachusetts Avenue N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone (202) 939-9849 or 939-9806 or the Indian consulates in Chicago, New York, San Francisco, or Houston. The Internet address of the Embassy of India is http://www.indianembassy.org/.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Indonesia |
approx. $35 |
Visa is necessary and must be obtained prior to leaving the US.
Visas should be obtained from a Indonesian Embassy or Consulate before traveling to Bali. Visas may be issued for single entry for up to 30 days. Current entry requirements may be obtained from the Indonesian Embassy, 2020 Massachusetts Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036 (202/775-5200; Internet, www.embassyofindonesia.org . You may also contact the nearest Indonesian Consulate General: CA (213) 383-5126 or (415)474-9571, IL (312) 595-1777, NY (212)879-0600 or TX (713)785-1691.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Kenya |
approx. $50 |
| Visas should be obtained in advance, although airport visas are available. Travelers who opt to obtain an airport visa should expect delays upon arrival. There is a fee for the visa, whether obtained in advance or at the airport. Evidence of yellow fever immunization may be requested.
Travelers may obtain the latest information on visas as well as any additional details regarding entry requirements from the Embassy of Kenya, 2249 R street, N.W., Washington, DC 20008, telephone (202) 387-6101, or the Kenyan Consulates General in Los Angeles and New York City. Persons outside the United States should contact the nearest Kenyan embassy or consulate.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Laos |
approx. $50 |
| Visa is necessary and must be obtained prior to leaving the US**
Foreign tourists planning on entering Laos at any other international checkpoint may obtain a visa in advance. In the United States, visas and further information about Lao entry requirements can be obtained directly from the Embassy of the Lao People's Democratic Republic, 2222 S St. N.W., Washington DC 20008, tel: 202-332-6416, fax: 202-332-4923, Internet home page: http://www.laoembassy.com.
** Recently, Laos has approved the obtaining of visa on arrival at major international checkpoints. The visa upon arrival is currently approx. $30. However, we recommend that visas are still obtained prior to departure.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Myanmar |
approx. $20 |
| Visa is necessary and must be obtained prior to leaving the US
Information about entry requirements as well as other information may be obtained from the Embassy of the Union of Myanmar, 2300 S Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone 202-332-9044/6, or the Permanent Mission of Myanmar to the UN, 10 East 77th St., New York, NY 10021 (212-535-1311). Overseas, inquiries may be made at the nearest embassy or consulate of Burma (Myanmar).
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Nepal |
approx. $30 single entry; approx. $55 double entry |
| Tourist visas can be purchased upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and at all other ports of entry. All foreigners flying out of the country must pay an airport exit tax, regardless of the length of their stay. Travelers may obtain further information on entry/ exit requirements by contacting the Royal Nepalese Embassy at 2131 Leroy Place, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone (202) 667-4550 or the Consulate General in New York at (212) 370-3988. The internet address of the Embassy of Nepal is http://www.nepalembassyusa.org.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Russia |
approx. $100 |
| Russian visas should be obtained from an embassy or consulate in the U.S. or abroad in advance of travel. Visas are valid for specific dates. Due to the possibility of random document checks by police, U.S. citizens should carry their original passports and registered visas with them at all times. Failure to provide proper documentation can result in detention and/or heavy fines. Russia issues visas (with the exception of transit visas) based on support from a sponsor, usually an individual or local organization. Visas sponsored by tour agencies or hotels are "tourist" visas.
For additional information concerning entry and exit requirements, travelers may contact the Russian Embassy, Consular Section, 2641 Tunlaw Rd., NW, Washington, DC 20007, telephone (202) 939-8907, web site - http://russianembassy.org, or the Russian consulates in New York (tel. 212-348-0926/55), San Francisco (tel. 415-928-6878, 415-929-0862, 415-202-9800/01) or Seattle (tel. 206-728-1910).
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Tanzania |
approx. $50 |
| U.S. citizens with valid passports may obtain a visa either before arriving in Tanzania, or at any port of entry staffed by immigration officials. Detailed entry information may be obtained from the Tanzanian Embassy at 2139 R Street NW, Washington, DC 20008; telephone (202) 939-6125 or the Tanzanian Permanent Mission to the United Nations at 205 East 42nd Street, 13th Floor, New York, NY 10017; telephone (212) 972-9160.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Thailand |
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| U.S. citizen tourists staying for less than 30 days do not require a visa, but must possess a passport and onward/return ticket. For further information on Thailand's entry/exit requirements, contact the Royal Thai Embassy, 1024 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C., 20007, telephone (202) 944-3600, or http://www.thaiembdc.org, or the Thai consulates in Chicago, Los Angeles, or New York City. |
| Tibet |
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A Travel Permit is required for Tibet and will be obtained by STI Travel on behalf of the traveler. A legible copy of passport page showing name, photograph, age, nationality and date of birth will be required along with a statement of each traveler's profession.
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| Turkey |
approx. $20 as of 4/1/04 |
| Holders of tourist passports can purchase a sticker visa at the port of entry for $20 for a single entry and $65 for multiple entries. For further information, travelers in the U.S. may contact the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey at 2525 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20008, telephone: (202) 612-6700, or the Turkish consulates general in Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, or New York. Information may also be found at Internet address http://www.turkey.org. If arriving by cruise ship, visa formalities will be coordinated by the cruise line.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Vietnam |
approx. $35 |
Visa is necessary and must be obtained prior to leaving the US
Visas should be obtained from a Vietnamese Embassy or Consulate before traveling to Vietnam. Visas may be issued for one or multiple entries but are usually valid for only one entry. Current entry requirements may be obtained from the Vietnamese Embassy, 1233 20th Street, Suite 400, NW, Washington, DC 20036, telephone 202-861-0694 or 2293, Fax 202-861-1297, Internet home page: http://www.vietnamembassy-usa.org; the Vietnamese Consulate General, 1700 California Street - 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94109, telephone 415-922-1577.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
| Zimbabwe |
approx. $50 single entry; approx. $65 double entry |
| U.S. citizens traveling to Zimbabwe for tourism, business and transit can obtain a visa at the airports and border ports-of-entry (passengers should have exact amount in US currency), or in advance by contacting the Embassy of Zimbabwe in Washington, D.C. There is a non-waive-able airport departure tax of 20 dollars (US) by all U.S. citizens.
Travelers should obtain the latest travel and visa information from the Embassy of Zimbabwe, 1608 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20009; telephone (202) 332-7100. Upon arrival in Zimbabwe, travelers should keep all travel documents readily available, as well as a list of residences or hotels where they will stay while in Zimbabwe.
The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee). |
All information provided pertains to U.S. passport holders only. All information and rates are subject to change without notice. Information is compiled from U.S. State Department |
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