2007-11-20 11:11:08 · 17 answers · asked by Denise O 2 in Travel ➔ Caribbean ➔ Virgin Islands
Nope, it is a U,S, territory, but get one if you can & go to Virgin Gorda in the BVIs. short trip & the most beautiful place I've ever seen.
Cindy
former St Thomas Resident
and Reference LIbrarian
"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 (such as a birth certificate and photo ID). Citizens of countries other than the U.S. should follow U.S. travel regulations. Travel outside the U.S. Virgin Islands requires a birth certificate or valid passport. Health certificates are not required if you're entering from the U.S. or Puerto Rico; citizens entering from other countries should follow the same guidelines as for the mainland U.S.
2007-11-20 11:14:46 · answer #1 · answered by ImaHarper 7 · 4⤊ 2⤋
Wow... I can't believe how many people got this wrong, even though in your original question you clearly stated that you are traveling domestically to and from US soil.
You will not need one. You are a US citizen traveling a US domestic route to New York. All you will need is ID.
However, due to the proximity of the USVI to foreign nations/territories, and also due to the large amount of international traffic in this part of the world, I do recommend you travel with a passport to minimize any potential and problems that might arise.
2007-11-21 08:05:54 · answer #2 · answered by wdwmkt 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My understanding is that U.S. citizens must have a passport book or passport card to re-enter the U.S. if they visit Mexico or Canada (but don't think this goes into effect until 2009). Currently you should be able to travel freely within the 48 states without problems.
2016-04-05 00:48:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd get one to be on the safe side, in case you visit any other places in the next 7-10 years, or however many years a passport is now good for, since 9-11. Does this sound like a plan, or what? God bless. And happy trip.
2007-11-22 07:25:33 · answer #4 · answered by hillbilly 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's amazing how many people answer this wrong.
You do NOT need a passport. See the links others have provided.
Important Note: While US Customs and Immigration ( which you go through leaving the VI.......don't ask why) don't requirer a passport, your airline might on the lame excuse "the plane might be diverted". SO CHECK WITH YOUR AIRLINE!
2007-11-21 01:14:57 · answer #5 · answered by yankee_sailor 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
IT IS NOT NECESSARY. It is way easier though. All you need is some sort of ID like a driver's license, and a birth certificate. I just traveled there this past summer with a friend and that was all he needed. Although you should really get a passport eventually.
2007-11-20 13:41:04 · answer #6 · answered by Tyler S 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋
dear lord people need to give right info.... you will not need a passport to st thomas wether you are flying or taking a ship... or st croix or st john, you will stay in us territory
its when you go to the british islands that you do
2007-11-22 14:44:38 · answer #7 · answered by stephanie s 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Traveling To and From U.S. Territories
U.S. Citizens traveling to and returning directly from a U.S. territory are not considered to have left the U.S. territory and do not need to present a passport.
U.S. territories include:
American Samoa
Guam
Northern Mariana Islands
Puerto Rico
Swains Island
U.S. Virgin Islands
2007-11-20 11:18:42 · answer #8 · answered by Taffy Saltwater 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Yeah, beginning this last January you need a passport to do just about anything.
2007-11-22 02:24:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes, you need a passport for USVI and Puerto Rico.
2007-11-20 11:14:16 · answer #10 · answered by mollyflan 6 · 0⤊ 5⤋