Entry and Exit Requirements

Entry & exit requirements (land-based visitors)

All international land-based visitors entering the Falkland Islands must possess:

• A current passport, valid for the length of intended stay
• A return ticket (air or boat passage)
• Evidence of pre-booked accommodation
• Evidence of sufficient personal funds to cover the length of intended stay
• Pre-arranged Visitor's visa, if required
• Visitors are also strongly recommended to take out valid travel insurance (policy to include coverage for medical evacuation by air-lift to a third country, as well as repatriation and air ambulance costs to the value of at least US$200,000)

In addition, land-based visitors should be prepared to:

• Pay for any medical services received whilst in the Falklands
• Pay a departure tax on departure from a Falkland Islands airport
  (Currently £22 and only applicable to LAN passengers; payable in £FKP, £GB, €, or $US)
• For passenger's convenience, this tax may also be paid in advance at the Customs and Immigration Office in Stanley

Entry & exit requirements (cruise ship visitors)

All international individuals entering the Falklands as part of a cruise must:

• Possess a current passport, valid for the length of intended stay in Falklands' waters
• Please note! Cruise ship visitors to the Falklands generally do not require a pre-arranged Visitor's visa to enter Falkland waters or participate in shore excursions
• Cruise ship visitors are also strongly recommended to take out valid travel insurance (policy to include coverage for medical evacuation by air-lift to a third country, as well as repatriation and air ambulance costs to the value of at least US$200,000)

In addition, cruise ship visitors should be prepared to:

• Pay for any medical services received whilst in the Falklands
• Carry ashore any necessary medications or drug prescriptions in the event you cannot return to your vessel to collect these items
• Carry photographic identification ashore - especially if intending to withdraw funds from the bank
  (Examples of acceptable ID include a current driver's licence, passport, or similar international travel document)