Travel information
Visas and passports
General guidance only
Entry, visa and transit requirements depend on your nationality, route and reason for travel, and they change often. This page is not legal advice and is not a list of any country's rules. Always check the official government or embassy website of every country you'll visit or pass through. Aurora Airways is a fictional demo airline.
What to check
Passport validity
Many countries expect your passport to stay valid for a period after you arrive or leave, often several months. Check the exact rule for every country on your trip, and renew early if your passport is close to expiry.
Blank pages
Some countries need one or more blank pages for entry stamps or visa labels. Look through your passport before you travel, and remember that a damaged passport may be refused.
Visas and entry permits
Depending on your nationality and purpose of travel, you may need a visa, an electronic travel authorisation or another permit before you fly. Some take weeks to issue, so apply as early as the official guidance allows.
Transit and connections
Changing planes can need its own document, even if you stay airside, and rules may differ if you collect bags or leave the airport. Check the transit rules for each connection point, including the Dubai hub.
Names must match
The name on your booking must match your passport exactly, including middle names where shown. If they differ, contact us before you travel so we can help correct it.
On arrival
Border officers may ask for proof of onward travel, accommodation or funds, and health or customs declarations. The final decision on entry always rests with the destination's authorities.
Before you fly checklist
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Where to find official rules
- The immigration or foreign affairs website of each destination country.
- The embassy or consulate of that country where you live.
- Your own government's travel advice for its citizens.
- The transit rules published for each airport where you change planes.
Only use official sources, and be wary of third-party sites charging extra fees for applications.
Checking in
We may ask to see your documents at check-in and at the gate. If they don't meet the rules for your destination, we may not be able to let you board.