Update: Passport rules for the Virgin Islands have changed. View the latest rules here.
If your spring or summer travel plans include travel to the Virgin Islands, you may be wondering if you need a passport. The answer depends primarily on your itinerary. First, are going to the US Virgin Islands or the British Virgin Islands?
The US Virgin Islands consist of St.
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UPDATED INFORMATION AS OF JUNE 1st, 2009:
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