St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after you arrive in St Helena or Ascension. For Tristan da Cunha it must be valid for your stay. Each island has its own permit or visa rules.
St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival (St Helena)
Entry permit, can get on arrival
Visa required
Island Council permission
Official source: GOV.UK St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- St Helena and Ascension: 6 months from arrival
- Tristan da Cunha: valid for your stay
- Permit, visa or permission needed
- Medical evacuation insurance required
Passport validity for St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
To enter St Helena or Ascension, your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
To enter Tristan da Cunha, your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay.
Permits and visas
St Helena needs an entry permit. A short-term permit lasts up to 183 days, costs 20 pounds and can be got on arrival.
Ascension needs a visa, which allows up to 3 months. Tristan da Cunha needs permission from the Island Council.
What you need to show
For each island you need a return ticket, enough funds and medical insurance covering evacuation. St Helena requires cover of 175,000 pounds and Ascension 500,000 pounds.
St Helena and Ascension also require accommodation to be arranged.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for St Helena?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in St Helena or Ascension.
Do I need a visa for St Helena, Ascension or Tristan da Cunha?
St Helena needs an entry permit, Ascension needs a visa and Tristan da Cunha needs Island Council permission.
Do I need insurance for St Helena?
Yes. You need medical insurance covering medical evacuation to the value of 175,000 pounds.