Passport / Visa

Citizens of the Schengen countries, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and the Kingdom of Brunei can visit the United States for up to 90 days without applying for a visa (as well as citizens of Andorra, Lichtenstein, Monaco and San Marino). Citizens of these countries must obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before traveling. All other travelers must obtain a visa before visiting the United States. International travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the country.

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Best Time to Visit

Fort Lauderdale comes alive during winter, from December to mid-spring when temperatures are at their warmest and snowbirds flock south to escape cold winters. Weather can be unpredictable during the summer and fall months (June-November), which are also when the risk of hurricanes is at its highest.

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Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

Hollywood International Airport is the main airport for the Fort Lauderdale area. There are four main terminals serving a number of airlines, including domestic carriers Continental, American, JetBlue, Delta, Southwest, Northwest, AirTran, Spirit, and US Airways, as well as international carriers like Air Canada, Air Jamaica, and Finnair.

Just a few miles from downtown Fort Lauderdale, the airport offers easy access to major roadways including I-95, I-75, I-595, U.S. 1, and Florida’s Turnpike to destinations in South and Central Florida. The airport is also in a prime location for those taking cruises, just two miles from Port Everglades, from where most cruise ships leave.

There is a commuter train (Tri-Rail) that connects the airport to Miami-Dade County, Broward County, and Palm Beach County. BCT bus route 1 runs through Broward County.

There are plenty of rental car companies offering over 5,400 cars in one accessible location. As of recently, Uber cars also have access to the pick-up areas of the airport.

Address: Hollywood International Airport, Fort Lauderdale

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Website: www.broward.org/airport

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Public Transport

There is a number of bus and rail services available in the area of Fort Lauderdale. For selected destinations, you can also get on a shuttle.

Palm Tran
Palm Beach County’s public bus transportation offers regular services throughout Palm Beach County.

Tri-Rail
A commuter rail line linking Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach, with stops at many locations in between. The Palm Beach International Airport is accessible by Tri-Rail from the West Palm Beach Tri-Rail station located at 203 South Tamarind Avenue. A Palm Tran shuttle carries passengers to/from the Tri-Rail station to PBIA.

Amtrak
Long- and short-distance rail service throughout the United States.

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Taxi

Various taxicab options are available. Fort Lauderdale Taxi Cab is one of the better options. Ride-sharing apps, such as Uber and Lyft, are also commonly used.

Address: Fort Lauderdale Taxi Cab

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Phone: +1 954 591 3282

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Post

The main Fort Lauderdale Post Office is located at 400 Northwest 7th Avenue and there are numerous mailboxes around the city.

Address: 400 Northwest 7th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale

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Phone: +1 800 275 8777

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Pharmacy

Numerous locations at CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Rite-Aid, most grocery stores, and various independent and chain store retailers.

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Telephone

Country code: +1
Area code: 954

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Electricity

Flat 2 or 3-prong plugs are standard, with 110-115 volt adapters available in many electrical shops and discount variety stores.

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