Residents of the United Kingdom and those holding a valid visa to enter Canada, the United States or any European Union country do not require a tourist visa (tourist card) to enter the Dominican Republic.

U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourist or business travel to this country. A visa is required for U.S. Official and Diplomatic passport holders traveling for official business.

Italian passport holders have visa-free access and visas on arrival to countries such as Brazil, Japan, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and United States allowing almost instant travel worldwide.

Rules state that your passport should be valid for at least 30 days from the date of exit, but it’s recommended that you have at least six months on your passport before it expires.

In Asia, nations like China, Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand enforce this rule. South American countries like Brazil, Venezuela and Bolivia also need a passport that’s good for six months. While it may seem like a hassle now, this a six- or three-month validity rule helps in case of emergency.

No, you can’t travel back to your country on an expired passport if your passport expires while you’re away. In fact, if your passport is due to expire before the return flight to your country, you won’t be allowed to enter the country that you’re visiting in the first place.

Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. If your passport has already expired, you may still be able to renew your passport. See How to Renew Your U.S. Passport.

Passport validity is the length of time a passport can be used to travel to another country, or be used as a valid form of identification within or outside the issuing country before its date of expiration.

If you have no photo ID, a copy of your original Birth Certificate or National Insurance Card will be accepted provided it is accompanied by a passport sized photo that is countersigned on the back by someone who can confirm your identity.

The Identity and Passport Service (IPS) has linked up with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) to make it easier to apply for licenses. The DVLA can also use the photograph and signature from the passport, instead of requiring applicants to send in photos.

Can I use my iPhone to take a passport photo? Yes, you can use your iPhone or another smartphone to take your passport photo at home. Just make sure you have good lighting, a white background, and a friend to help you because selfies aren’t allowed.

Routine service can take up to 18 weeks from the day an application is submitted to the day a new passport is received. The 18-week timeframe includes up to 12 weeks for processing and up to 6 weeks for mailing times on the front and back end.

Driving Licence Photo is the same specifications at UK Passport Photo.

It’s never been mandatory for drivers to replace their traditional style paper driving licence with the photocard licence, and this will remain unchanged. However, there are some things paper licence holders will need to know about, including the way their licence information will be viewed in the future.