Do you need a passport for Puerto Rico?

Do I need a passport to visit Puerto Rico? United States citizens and permanent residents don't need a passport to travel to Puerto Rico or the US Virgin Islands.



For U.S. citizens and permanent residents, a passport is not required to travel between the U.S. mainland and Puerto Rico because it is a U.S. territory. In 2026, you simply need a valid government-issued photo ID that meets REAL ID requirements (which became mandatory at TSA checkpoints on May 7, 2025). This typically means a "star" marked driver's license or a military ID. However, if you are an international traveler, you must treat Puerto Rico like any other part of the United States: you will need a valid passport and, depending on your country of origin, an approved ESTA or a U.S. visa. It is also wise for U.S. citizens to carry a passport if they plan to take a cruise from San Juan that visits non-U.S. islands, or as a backup in case a flight is diverted to a foreign country due to weather or emergencies.

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U.S. citizens do not need a passport to travel between the U.S. and these territories:
  • American Samoa.
  • Guam.
  • Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
  • Puerto Rico.
  • U.S. Virgin Islands.


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All United States citizens must travel with a valid passport to enter the Dominican Republic. In addition, you'll need to obtain a travel visa if your visits are not shorter than 30 days before traveling (online through the Dominican Embassy) or a tourist card upon arrival at the airport for $10.

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Visiting the Caribbean islands, a valid passport is required. You may also require a visa, depending upon the country of issue of your passport. You must check to be sure “do I need a visa” to enter my destination country.

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The answer is Yes. You will need a passport to go on a cruise from the UK, regardless of your international destinations, or even if you're not planning on leaving the ship. A passport is an essential travel document that serves as your proof of identity and nationality when crossing borders.

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U.S. citizens are generally required to present a valid U.S. passport when traveling to The Bahamas, as well as proof of anticipated departure from The Bahamas. Those traveling to The Bahamas on a cruise may use another Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) compliant document.

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NOTE: Generally, all U.S. citizens are required to present a valid U.S. passport when traveling to Saint Lucia, as well as proof of anticipated departure from the country. This includes travelers arriving by airplane and by private sea-going vessel.

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For the purpose of flying into as well as out of Mexico, a Passport is always required for cancun as well. Technically, It must be a legitimate passport book and not just an ordinary passport card, as the card isn't valid to travel internationally. The passport book should have validity for the period of your stay.

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A valid passport book is required to enter Mexico by air, and those attempting to enter at an airport with a U.S. passport card only may be denied admission.

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Passports for U.S. Citizens are NOT required for the U.S. Virgin Islands, but you must be prepared to show evidence of citizenship upon leaving the territory (such as a government issued photo ID or your passport). Citizens of countries other than the U.S. should follow U.S. travel regulations.

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