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South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands → Falkland Islands: Short-stay tourist
Whether you need a visa at all, according to official sources.
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You likely don't need a visa
You don't need a visa to visit the Falkland Islands as a tourist. The Falkland Islands Government publishes a list of nationalities that require a visa, and yours is not on it. You still need a visitor permit, which the Government says is normally issued as a stamp in your passport on arrival, with the application normally completed on arrival and a maximum validity of one month; if you want to stay longer, apply for the permit in advance (up to 6 months can be applied for, and no more than nine months in any twelve). To get a permit you need proof of onward travel (or the funds to buy it), pre-booked accommodation, enough funds for your stay, and medical insurance covering aero-medical evacuation to at least USD 2,000,000. Your passport must cover your stay and the Government recommends at least 6 months' validity. No Electronic Travel Authorisation is required. Visitor permit holders may not work. Check gov.fk/customs before you travel, because the Government's lists change.