90 days

[jwirth779]

We are a group of two travellers, planning to make a trip to South America from the 10th September 2008 to the 15th January 2009.

We are flying to Venezuela and leaving from Rio de Janeiro. Our stay in the whole of South America will be longer than 90 days, however we will stay in a single country for less than 90 days travelling from one place to the next.

We are concerned that upon entering Venezuela we will not have proof that we will be leaving the country in less than 90 days (our return ticket home is 4 months later).

Should this be a problem?

I would really appreciate an answer

John

[Mark]

Hi John,

Border crossing in South America is absolutely no problem. I traveled 18 months in South America. I started in Caracas, Venezuela and flew back home from Buenos Aires, Argentina.

I have some more information about border crossing in South America. You'll see that it is very straightforward.

Don't hesitate to post more questions if something is still bugging you. I'll do my best to help you out.

Best wishes,

Mark

[jwirth779]

Yeah i can understand all the requirements for each country.

All I am scared of is if at my departure from Lisbon to Caracas they don't see that i have a flight out of Venezuela booked they will not let me board the plane to Caracas.

This is really worrying me and i am considering getting my flights back from Rio within the 90 days of arrival at Caracas and when i arrive there i extend them to January. On the other hand i don't want to have to say hassling about changing flights and speaking to airlines whilst im there. The Authorities in Malta are not very helpful, they do not know anything, and i don't want to rely on them.

Thanks for all your advice Mark,

[Mark]

I entered Venezuela with an open jaw ticket. There's really nothing to be worried about. Open jaw tickets are used on a daily basis. You'll see that they will let you board the plane with a friendly smile.

Best wishes,

Mark