Sir Peter Anderson, then the newly appointed secretary general of the Conch Republic, began issuing passports so realistic looking that many claim to have successfully used them to pass through immigration abroad. Proceeds help the Key West Sunrise Rotary Club provide college scholarships & more to the local community. Feel free to contact us. See actions taken by the people who manage and … Party like a Conch at this famous local’s bar. Not Now. ... #16 Share; Posted May 22, 2008. The Conch Republic’s secretary general even issues “souvenir” passports for citizens and diplomats. Community See All. Find Us. Get notified by e-mail when a reply is posted. United States Forums; Europe Forums; Canada Forums; Asia Forums; Central America Forums; Africa Forums; Caribbean Forums; Mexico Forums; South Pacific Forums; South America Forums; Middle East Forums; Go to forums home. If you are arriving early (or have a late check-out) we provide luggage storage. Ask a question Recent Conversations. Nature and wildlife First Drink is 2 for 1. Night life 9:11 am; Is the Chart Room Open? Contact Us. The Official Conch Republic Passport is for all who wish to become citizens of "The Sovereign State of Mind" that is the Conch Republic.. This is an international-quality, thread-sewn document. Q: What is the Conch Republic Party Passport? That said, today the Conch Republic While we have fun speaking of Conch Republic citizenship, we truly realize that the Conch Republic is in fact not a real country. Texas may get all the attention for threatening to become an independent republic, but the city of Key West did it. Over the years, Keys officials have successfully used the Conch Republic passports to travel to 13 Caribbean nations as well as Germany, Sweden, Havana, Mexico, France, Spain, Ireland, and Russia! It also seemed to not care that there was such a thing as ICAO which had specifications for passports. or. Forgot account? Party like a local with the Key West Party Passport! We’re also the Embassy of the Conch Republic, so you can make an appointment to receive your Official Conch Republic Passport. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a Page. A sign welcomes visitors to the republic at Key West International Airport. Media/News Company. The Full Story. I checked into it and bought mine today! Air Travel; Honeymoons and Romance; Business … For any one wondering.....Key West's COnch Republic stamp is real!!! 301 Whitehead St. Caribbean Bar, Grill & Brewery. About See All. TUESDAY APRIL 20th . The Libertarian Party of the Florida Keys is an official affiliate of the Libertarian Party of Florida. We think that you should be able to have a great meal in a casual and fun environment – with no compromise in quality or service just because you’re wearing a shirt emblazoned with flamingos rather than a pin-striped tie! A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE CONCH REPUBLIC The Conch Republic was established by secession of the Florida Keys from the United States of America, on April 23rd, 1982 in response to a United States Border Patrol Blockade setup on highway U.S.1 at Florida City just to the north of the Florida Keys. We believe in personal and economic freedom and the removal of government meddling in affairs best left to the individual. Your message. CONCH REPUBLIC MILITARY MUSTER & CONCH-TAIL PARTY. 8,187 people follow this. The Party Passport is a high-quality keepsake/souvenir. Key West forums . Restaurants, attractions, bars, etc. We do not represent our passports as valid travel documents, however, and they confer no special privilege with regards to United States immigration policies. USE SPECIAL HALF MARATHON CODE: SALE10 to get $10 off of the purchase price! Browse by destination. Your own self guided BOGO Bar Stroll to help you explore our little island home in the Florida Keys for only $20! CONCH REPUBLIC COCK-TAIL PARTY and Tour of the USCGC Historic Ingham Cash Bar. Proceeds help the Key West Sunrise Rotary Club provide college scholarships & more to the local community. Read our community guidelines. We’re also the Embassy of the Conch Republic, so you can make an appointment to receive your Official Conch Republic Passport. Food, fun, music and a traditional conch shell-blowing contest will be among . Join The Mailing List of the Conch Republic. The Conch Republic was established in 1982 as a protest against heavy-handed Border Patrol stops along U.S. Highway 1. “Party Like a Local” with the Conch Republic Party Passport! Key West forums . CONCH REPUBLIC MUSIC PARTY at Smokin’ Tuna. (2 days ago) The Party Passport is a high-quality keepsake/souvenir. Preview. Key West forums . SUNSET CRUISE aboard the ARGO NAVIS. Ask a question Recent Conversations. We have comfortable seating, complimentary concierge service, and free beer, so make the OKW Welcome Lounge your first stop when you arrive on the island. Conch Republic. Your message. Good For specials and discounts all around town. Unidentified woman at Conch Republic founding on April 23, 1982. Cash bar. Get answers to your questions about Key West . Read our community guidelines. / Free entree. Preview. Historically speaking, the Conch Republic did exist as a bit of a sarcastic succession of the Florida Keys from the rest of the United States. Conch Republic Network manages the passport production and distribution and gets paid for its services out of Conch Republic Party Passport sales. 7,653 people like this. Conch Republic Celebrates 39 YEARS OF Independence April 16-25, 2021 ... PLUS PATRIOTIC PERKS & DISCOUNTS only available with the Party Passport. Page Transparency See More. 6 – 8PM. Key West forums . Get answers to your questions about Key West . It has been maintained as a tourism booster for the city. If you are arriving early (or have a late check-out) we provide luggage storage. Only a few months later, tensions simmered again as a partial shutdown of the federal government led to the closure of Fort Jefferson at Dry Tortugas National Park. Republic Naval Parade and Great Battle for the Conch Republic is sponsored by the republic's flagship schooner Wolf. Questions? A: The Conch Republic Party Passport drives traffic to local businesses through making it a destination for locals and visitors alike. About . Use Special Half Marathon Code: SALE10 to get $10 off of the purchase price! • Cannot order two of the same entrees • Alcohol not included with free entree • Cannot combine with other offers • Gratuity based on the price of both entrees • No take out • Not available on holidays. Passport / Party Passport Combo Get The Official Passport PLUS The Conch Republic Party Passport. You can goodle the whole story or listen to the tour guide explain it. “Party Like a Local” with the Conch Republic Party Passport! The last Conch Republic passport I saw was not even machine readable, and for that alone wouldn't be accepted in most countries as a travel document. The closure of the fort cost the Keys an estimated $30,000 a day in tourism revenue. • Must get Party Passport stamped at all 3 restaurants first. The Conch Republic (/ ˈ k ɒ ŋ k /) is a micronation declared as a tongue-in-cheek secession of the city of Key West, Florida, from the United States on April 23, 1982. Secretary General of the Conch Republic, Peter Anderson created an official passport which has reportedly been accepted by 13 Caribbean Nations as well as in Germany, Sweden, Havana, Mexico, France, Spain, Ireland and Russia. The Libertarian Party of the Florida Keys proudly represents Monroe County. The passports were stamped solely with entry and exit visas from Germany. Conch Republic Party Passport Watch this Topic. website . – Michael Hampton Mar 8 '17 at 22:18. Reply to: Bar Card vs. Conch Republic Party Passport. The Miami Herald reported that the FBI … Order Passport Combo. Over 10,000 of these passports have been issued, with only one possible blemish, which has yet to be confirmed by the FBI. There was a rigorous approval process with the club board for this to be an official fundraiser for them. It has awesome drink AND food discounts. See more of Conch Republic News Network on Facebook. Get it stamped around the Conch Republic for over $600 in Diplomatic Discounts at great restaurants, bars and attractions. The Conch Republic Military Needs You! Create New Account. Photo via the Conch Republic’s Website. Browse forums; All. 3055099775. Q: How Does The Passport Work? USE SPECIAL HALF MARATHON CODE: SALE10 to get $10 off of the purchase price! Some very nice people will get back to you ASAP. Can't wait to use this on my trip in January!! 41 talking about this. About The Conch Republic. Visit the festival welcome center to get event tickets, Conch Republic Passports, and the location for “Official Conch Republic Merchandise.” 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. The Conch Republic has its own passports, both Citizen and Diplomatic that have been accepted by over thirty countries all over the world including the United States, Mexico, Germany, Spain, Ireland, Sweden, Russia, Cuba, and Ecuador. Answer 11 of 24: Has anyone used this? “Party Like a Local” with the Conch Republic Party Passport! We have comfortable seating, complimentary concierge service, and free beer, so make the OKW Welcome Lounge your first stop when you arrive on the island. Passports issued by the Conch Republic. Get notified by e-mail when a reply is posted. Reply to: Bar Card vs. Conch Republic Party Passport. It’s your chance to join ADM Finbar, First Sealord and all the Conch Republic Military Brass to honor our Republic’s Military Forces as they prepare for battle in commemoration of the 37th Anniversary of the Secession. Proceeds also benefit the … Get it stamped around the Conch Republic for over $600 in Diplomatic Discounts at great restaurants, bars and attractions. It’s your Conch Republic passport to party with buy one, get one free drinks daily at a dozen bars all over Key West! It's a useful guide and cool record of your Conch Republic visit. Proceeds help the Key West Sunrise Rotary Club provide college scholarships & more to the local community. 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Join the fun and frivolity as the Conch Republic enjoys sunset on the historic Ingham. All forums . It has a linen cover, is completely personalized with your photo and information, and is hand-embossed and signed by the Secretary of State with the Official Seal of the Conch Republic. The Conch Republic began issuing novelty passports and visas, referred to the upper Keys as “the Northern Territories” and adopted the official motto: “We seceded where others failed.” Photo courtesy of Flickr, Florida Keys Public Libraries. The Conch Republic Independence Celebration will begin with a kickoff party at the Schooner Wharf Bar in Key West's Historic Seaport. From the Ida Woodward Barron Collection. At the Conch Republic Grill, we aim to provide you with an island kind of experience, in the Key West style. It also makes a great keepsake souvenir. Log In. ! Beyond destination forums . All forums . A: The Conch Republic Party Passport is a high quality keepsake souvenir and guide that drives traffic to your business by making it a destination for visitors. When key west declared war on the united states it was rcecongnized as its own county by several other countries. The application fee for a passport ranges from $100 to $1,200, depending on status. It’s a useful guide and cool record of your Conch Republic visit.