The time is nearing when I will begin my World Voyage. When planning a trip such as this if you are not familiar with foreign travel requirements, it would be very wise to consult with a travel professional to make sure you are well prepared for the travel.
When traveling to foreign countries a passport is needed. A passport is a document issued by the government of the country you are a citizen of. For US citizens, passports cost around $100 per person and is valid for 10 years. Most countries allow you entry into their country if you are carrying a valid passport that will be valid at least six months after your ending travel date. However, some countries require advance approval from them before you visit that country. This is called a visa (This is not a credit card named visa but is a traveler's visa). For my upcoming trip I need a visa to enter China. To obtain visas you must contact an embassy of the country you wish to visit. These can be found on the internet. The procedure to obtain the visa for a specific country will be listed on the web page of the country. For China the nearest embassy to me is in Chicago so I needed to send them my valid passport, completed forms that they provide which are translated into English, proof of my employment, exact entry and exit dates into the country and, of course. payment. For China the cost is approximately $200 and is good for up to one year. Some countries also require certain vaccinations to enter their country. This information is also available on the embassy's website.
Each country does vary so this information needs to be checked out thoroughly. Some countries, (Turkey, Russia) require visas only if you are going to be going ashore on your own without a planned tour escort.
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