Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha entry requirements for UK travellers
Everything a UK traveller needs to know before visiting Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha: visa and passport rules, recommended vaccines with lead times, and whether you need an International Driving Permit.
Quick answer for UK travellers
- Visa
- Yes - apply before travel
- Passport
- valid 6+ months beyond arrival
Data is automatically refreshed from official UK government sources: gov.uk Foreign Travel Advice for visa and passport rules, NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro for vaccines, and gov.uk driving abroad guidance for International Driving Permits. Not medical advice - always confirm with a travel-health professional and the Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha embassy before you travel. Read our full methodology →
Entry requirements for Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Passport validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive.
Visas
British passport holders normally need a visa to enter.
Source: UK Foreign Travel Advice - Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha · checked . Always confirm the latest requirements before you travel.
Vaccines for travel to Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
No country-specific vaccines are listed for Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha in the UK TravelHealthPro guidance. You should still be up to date with the UK routine immunisation schedule.
Driving in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
The UK government does not list Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha as requiring a UK International Driving Permit (IDP). If you plan to drive, check with the embassy of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha and your car-hire company before you travel.
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha travel: frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha from the UK?
Yes - British passport holders normally need a visa to enter Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. Apply before you travel and check the UK government's foreign travel advice for the latest requirements.
How long does my passport need to be valid for Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha?
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. Check your expiry date well in advance - renewing a UK passport currently takes around 3 weeks.
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