Travel documents, visas and travel declarations
Travel documents
All passengers, including children and infants under two years of age need their own passport or valid travel document. This document must be valid during your travel period. Many countries/regions additionally require that a passport is valid for 3 or 6 months beyond the end of your trip. Processing times for passports vary but many countries offer fast-track applications.
Visit the IATA Travel Centre, Link opens in a new window operated by external parties and may not conform to the same accessibility policies as Cathay Pacific website for specific destination requirements on passport validity.
Visas
You may need a visa in order to enter your chosen destination, depending on:
- your nationality
- the purpose of your trip
- your connecting flights
Visit the IATA Travel Centre, Link opens in a new window operated by external parties and may not conform to the same accessibility policies as Cathay Pacific website to check whether you need a visa and the relevant fees.
If a visa is required for your trip to a certain country/region, you can apply directly at a consular office of that country/region. Many countries/regions also offer an online application process.
Travel requirements
Before you travel, make sure to check the latest travel, passport and visa requirements to ensure you’re eligible to fly. We also highly recommend checking the official government website of your destination country/region for the latest information.
Travel restrictions are provided by Sherpa and should be used as a guideline only. For the latest information, please refer to the official government website of your destination country. Visit Copyright and Disclaimer to learn more about our policy for third party sites.
Travel declaration forms
Please ensure you complete the necessary forms prior to arriving at your destination so that your airport experience is a smooth one.
Visit our Travel declaration forms page for more information.