Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 9, 2026Portugal— visaTypes.schengen-c-ru.feeNotes changed: from Standard fee under the Visa Code (Article 16): children aged 6 to 11 pay €45 and children under 6 pay nothing. The EU–Russia visa facilitation agreement is suspended in whole as regards Russian citizens (Council Decision (EU) 2022/1500), so its reduced fee does not apply. The European Commission said on 7 November 2025 that Russian nationals will no longer be able to receive multiple-entry visas. to Under the Visa Code (Article 16), children from six to under 12 pay €45 and the fee is waived for children under six. Council Decision (EU) 2022/1500 suspends the EU–Russia visa facilitation agreement in whole as regards citizens of the Russian Federation. The European Commission said on 7 November 2025 that Russian nationals will no longer be able to receive multiple-entry visas. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— hayya-tourist: method evidence changed: from ~~Yes, applicants can apply for any of the available Hayya Visit types (Single-Entry): …~~ to Qatar Tourism: Hayya, available through the website and the mobile app, offers e-visa applications including A1 and A2 (visitqatar.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— hayya-gcc-resident: method evidence changed: from ~~Yes, applicants can apply for any of the available Hayya Visit types (Single-Entry): …~~ to Qatar Tourism: Hayya, available through the website and the mobile app, offers e-visa applications including A1 and A2 (visitqatar.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— Hayya F1: method changed: from ~~eta (evidence: "If you hold the US nationality/citizenship, you can apply for a Visa-Free for US Citizens (F1).")~~ to evisa (evidence: Hayya home page lists F1 among "Hayya Tourist E-Visas") (hayya.qa )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— summary changed: from Qatar Tourism lists nationalities, including the UK and the EU states, as eligible for visa-free entry; others obtain an e-visa through the official Hayya platform (QAR 100 for the Tourist Visa A1) or, for some nationalities, a visa on arrival. US citizens receive the multiple-entry Visa-Free for US Citizens (F1) on Hayya for QAR 76. to Qatar Tourism says travellers from various countries are eligible for visa-free entry, while others can obtain an e-visa through the Hayya platform, whose Tourist Visa (A1) fee is QAR 100. Qatar's consulate in Hong Kong lists nationalities granted visa-free entry for a total of 90 days, among them the EU states other than Ireland. Hayya says US citizens can apply for the Visa-Free for US Citizens (F1), a multiple-entry visa, for a fee of QAR 76. (visitqatar.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— faq.us-need-visa changed: from Qatar Tourism's nationality checker says US citizens receive a visa valid for two years, or until the passport expires, allowing multiple entries with each stay up to 90 days. Hayya issues it as the Visa-Free for US Citizens (F1) for QAR 76. The US State Department says no visa is required for tourist stays under 90 days and that there is a USD 21 entry fee. to Hayya says US citizens can apply for the Visa-Free for US Citizens (F1) for a fee of QAR 76, may enter within 2 years of its approval, and can stay up to 90 days on each visit, as it is a multiple-entry visa. The US State Department says a tourist visa is not required for tourist stays under 90 days and that there is a USD 21 entry fee. (hayya.qa )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— faq.eu-stay-length changed: from Qatar Tourism's nationality checker says EU citizens can enter visa-free with a passport valid for at least three months from the date of arrival. The Consulate General of Qatar in Hong Kong lists every EU member state except Ireland for visa-free arrival with a maximum stay of 90 days in total, in one trip or several, within a waiver valid for 180 days that cannot be extended. Ireland's Department of Foreign Affairs says Irish citizens can get a free 30-day visa waiver on arrival. to Qatar's consulate in Hong Kong lists every EU member state except Ireland among the nationalities granted visa-free entry on arrival at Hamad International Airport, with a maximum stay of 90 days in total, in a single trip or several, within a waiver valid for 180 days that cannot be extended. It lists a passport valid for at least six months and a confirmed onward or return ticket as terms. No official source we could read states the rule for Irish citizens. (hongkong.consulate.qa )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— faq.hayya-what changed: from Hayya (hayya.qa) is Qatar's official e-visa platform. Visa-free nationalities can arrive with their passport (Qatar Tourism says Thai, Ukrainian and Pakistani citizens must first book accommodation through Discover Qatar), while nationalities that need a visa apply for the Hayya A1 tourist visa there — QAR 100, with confirmed accommodation required. to Qatar Tourism says Hayya is a digital platform, available through the website and the "Hayya to Qatar" app, that offers e-visa applications for different visa categories, including the Tourist Visa (A1) and the GCC Resident Visa (A2). Hayya lists a passport valid for at least 3 months from arrival, proof of accommodation, a return flight ticket and the Hayya E-Visa as the requirements for entry through Hayya, and says the E-Visa fee is QAR 100. (visitqatar.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— faq.alcohol-in-qatar changed: from Yes, but only in licensed venues: the UK FCDO says only licensed hotels, restaurants and bars can sell alcohol and the legal drinking age is 21. Drinking or being drunk in public is illegal and can bring up to 6 months in prison or a fine of up to QAR 3,000, and there is zero tolerance for drink-driving. to The UK FCDO says only licensed hotels, restaurants and bars can sell alcohol and the legal drinking age is 21, and that it is illegal to drink alcohol or be drunk in public: drinking in a non-licensed public place could bring a prison sentence of up to 6 months or a fine of up to QAR 3,000. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— faq.extend-stay changed: from The UK government's travel advice says British visitors who need to stay longer than 30 days must extend their visa waiver through the Ministry of Interior before it expires, or they may be fined. No official source we could read states the length of the extension. to The UK government says British visitors who need to stay longer than 30 days must extend their visa waiver through the Qatar Ministry of Interior before it expires, or they may be fined. Hayya says an E-Visa can be extended before its expiry at the Directorate of Passport at Hamad International Airport. No official source we could read states the length of the extension. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— tips.summer-heat changed: from ~~Canada's travel advice says high humidity and severe heat occur from June to September, advises carrying a sufficient water supply, and says dehydration and heatstroke can be fatal.~~ to Canada's travel advice says high levels of humidity and severe heat occur from June to September, and advises carrying a sufficient water supply and paying attention to the symptoms of dehydration and heatstroke, both of which can be fatal. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— tips.alcohol-rules changed: from The UK FCDO says only licensed hotels, restaurants and bars can sell alcohol, the legal drinking age is 21, and drinking or being drunk in public is illegal. There is zero tolerance for drink-driving: any amount of alcohol can mean one month to 3 years in prison or a fine of QAR 10,000–50,000, and deportation. to The UK FCDO says only licensed hotels, restaurants and bars can sell alcohol, the legal drinking age is 21, and it is illegal to drink alcohol or be drunk in public. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— tips.dress-modestly changed: from The UK FCDO says to dress modestly in public, including while driving — men and women should cover their shoulders and knees — and that the dress code is strictly enforced in government buildings, healthcare facilities and banks, where you may be refused entry. to The UK FCDO says to dress modestly in public, including while driving, that men and women should cover their shoulders and knees, and that the dress code is strictly enforced in government buildings, healthcare facilities and banks, where you may be asked to leave or be denied entry. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— tips.hayya-app changed: from ~~Qatar's e-visas, including the Tourist Visa (A1) and the GCC Resident Visa (A2), are applied for on the official Hayya platform, at hayya.qa or in the Hayya to Qatar app.~~ to Qatar Tourism says the Hayya platform, available through the website and the "Hayya to Qatar" mobile app, offers e-visa applications for different visa categories, including the Tourist Visa (A1) and the GCC Resident Visa (A2). (visitqatar.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— entryRequirements.passportValidity changed: from Visitors need a passport valid for at least 3 months from the date of arrival, whether they enter visa-free, with a visa on arrival or with a Hayya e-visa (A1, A2, A3 or A4). Hayya, which issues Qatar's e-visas, states the 3-month minimum for entry through Hayya, and Qatar Tourism gives the same minimum for visa-free entry. to Hayya, which issues Qatar's e-visas, lists a minimum of 3 months' passport validity from the date of arrival among the requirements for entry through Hayya. Qatar's consulate in Hong Kong lists a passport valid for a minimum of six months for its 90-day visa-free list, and the UK government tells British visitors their passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date they arrive. (hayya.qa )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— entryRequirements.vaccinations.yellow-fever changed: from ~~A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers aged nine months and over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.~~ to WHO's country list marks Qatar as requiring proof of yellow fever vaccination from travellers aged 9 months and over arriving from countries at risk of yellow fever transmission. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— entryRequirements.travelInsurance changed: from No official source we could read requires insurance for visits of 30 days or less. The UK government says visitors staying in Qatar for more than 30 days must buy health insurance from a registered Ministry of Public Health insurance provider before they travel, and that the standard premium is QAR 50 per person per month. to No official source we could read requires insurance for visits of 30 days or less. The UK government says that if you are staying in Qatar for more than 30 days you must buy health insurance from a registered Ministry of Public Health insurance provider before you travel, and that the standard premium is QAR 50 per person per month. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— entryRequirements.onwardTicket changed: from Hayya, Qatar's official entry and visa platform, lists a return flight ticket among the requirements for entry into Qatar through Hayya, together with the Hayya e-Visa, a passport valid for at least 3 months from arrival and proof of accommodation. No official source we could read states the rule for visitors entering without a visa. to Hayya, Qatar's official e-visa platform, lists a return flight ticket among the requirements for entry into Qatar through Hayya, together with the Hayya E-Visa, a passport valid for at least 3 months from arrival and proof of accommodation. Qatar's consulate in Hong Kong lists a confirmed onward or return ticket among the terms for its 90-day visa-free list. (hayya.qa )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits changed: from ~~Cash, cheques or precious metals and stones worth more than QAR 50,000 (or the foreign-currency equivalent) must be declared to customs.~~ to The UK government says that if you are taking money, precious metals or gems worth more than QAR 50,000 into Qatar, including Qatari riyal or foreign currencies, cheques, gold, silver and precious stones, you must complete a declaration form. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— entryRequirements.customs.notes.0 changed: from The UK FCDO says Qatar has zero tolerance for drug offences, even residual amounts, and that some medicines legal elsewhere are controlled or illegal in Qatar. To bring controlled or prescription medication, follow the Ministry of Public Health's steps, including carrying a prescription and a medical report in English or Arabic, issued within the last 6 months; the Ministry runs an online permit service. to The UK FCDO says there is zero tolerance for drugs-related offences in Qatar, that penalties are severe even for residual amounts, and that some medications legal in other countries are illegal in Qatar. To bring controlled or prescription medication, it says to follow the Ministry of Public Health's steps, including carrying a prescription and a medical report in English or Arabic issued within the last 6 months; the Ministry provides an electronic permit service. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— entryRequirements.customs.notes.1 changed: from The UK FCDO says it is illegal to import, sell or buy vapes and e-cigarette products, including liquids and electronic shisha pipes, whatever the quantity; customs may confiscate them, and using them can lead to arrest, a fine, prison or deportation. to The UK FCDO says it is illegal to import and sell vapes and electronic cigarette products, including related liquids and electronic shisha pipes, regardless of quantity and intended use, that customs officials may confiscate them, and that vaping can lead to arrest, a fine, a prison sentence or deportation. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— countryFacts.safety changed: from Canada's travel advice says the crime rate is low. The UK says that since 8 July there have been strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in a number of locations across the region, that travellers should be prepared for possible flight cancellations and airspace closures, and that they should stay away from areas around security or military facilities. to Canada's travel advice says the crime rate is low and violence is rare. The UK says that since 8 July there have been strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in a number of locations across the region, including Qatar, and advises being prepared for possible flight cancellations and airspace closures and staying away from areas around security or military facilities. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit changed: from ~~No official seasonal guidance for visitors. Canada's travel advice says high humidity and severe heat occur from June to September.~~ to No official source we could read names a best time to visit. Canada's travel advice says high levels of humidity and severe heat occur from June to September. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— visaTypes.hayya-f1.feeNotes changed: from Applied for online on Hayya by US citizens only; a return flight ticket and accommodation details are required, but no proof of booked accommodation. Adults apply separately; US citizens under 18 can be added as dependants. Hayya calls F1 multiple-entry in its F1 answers but lists it among single-entry visit types elsewhere in the same FAQ. to Hayya says US citizens apply for F1; the requirements are US citizenship, accommodation details and a return flight ticket, but no proof of accommodation is required. Adults apply separately; US citizens under 18 can be added as dependants. Hayya calls F1 multiple-entry in its F1 answers but lists it among single-entry visit types elsewhere in the same FAQ. (hayya.qa )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— visaTypes.hayya-gcc-resident.feeNotes changed: from For holders of a GCC residence permit valid for at least 3 months, travelling to Qatar from their country of residence. Dependants under 18 without GCC residence need a separate Tourist Visa (A1) or Visa with ETA (A3). to Hayya says the GCC Resident Visa is for holders of a GCC residence permit valid for 3 months from the date of the application, travelling to Qatar from their country of residency. Dependants below 18 who are not GCC residents need a Tourist Visa (A1) or Visa with ETA (A3). (hayya.qa )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Qatar— visaPolicy.conditionalWaivers.gcc-residence changed: from GCC residents can apply in advance on Hayya for the GCC Resident Visa (A2): QAR 100, single entry, up to 30 days, with a GCC residence permit valid for at least 3 months, travelling from their country of residence. to Hayya says GCC residents holding a GCC residence permit valid for 3 months from the date of the application, travelling from their country of residency, can apply for the GCC Resident Visa (A2): QAR 100, single entry, up to 30 days from the date of entry. It says on-arrival visas are still available for GCC residents. (hayya.qa )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— summary changed: from Citizens of the other CEMAC states (Cameroon, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Chad and the Central African Republic) enter the Republic of the Congo freely. The Congolese embassy in Washington and the UK, Canadian and German governments say their citizens need a visa arranged in advance; no official source we could read states the rule for most other nationalities. to Under a CEMAC Additional Act, citizens of CEMAC member states may travel without a visa and stay in any other member state for up to 90 days. The Congolese embassy in Washington says no Congolese visa is issued at any port of entry and applications must be made before departure, and the UK, Canadian and German governments say their citizens need a visa obtained before travel; no official source we could read states the rule for most other nationalities. (sgg.cg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— faq.need-visa changed: from CEMAC citizens (Cameroon, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Chad and the Central African Republic) enter freely, and Rwandans get a free visa on arrival. US, British, Canadian and German citizens need a visa obtained in advance, according to the Congolese embassy in Washington and those governments' travel advice. No official source we could read states the rule for most other nationalities, and none describes an electronic visa. to Under a CEMAC Additional Act, citizens of CEMAC member states may travel without a visa for stays of up to 90 days, and under a Congo–Rwanda agreement Rwandan ordinary-passport holders get a free visa on entry. The Congolese embassy in Washington says visa applications must be submitted before departure, and the UK, Canadian and German governments say their citizens need a visa obtained before travel. No official source we could read states the rule for most other nationalities, and none describes an electronic visa. (sgg.cg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— faq.visa-on-arrival changed: from Rwandan ordinary-passport holders get a free visa on arrival for up to 90 days under a bilateral agreement. The Congolese embassy in Washington says no Congolese visa is issued at any port of entry, and Canada's and Germany's travel advice say the same for their citizens. to Under a Congo–Rwanda agreement, Rwandan ordinary-passport holders get a free visa on entry, valid for up to 90 days. The Congolese embassy in Washington says no Congolese visa is issued at any port of entry, and Canada's and Germany's travel advice say their citizens cannot get a visa on arrival. (sgg.cg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— faq.congo-vs-drc changed: from No. The Republic of the Congo (capital Brazzaville) and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (capital Kinshasa) are different countries. The UK government lists the Democratic Republic of the Congo among the countries the Republic of the Congo shares land boundaries with, and its travel advice describes the river border crossing between Brazzaville and Kinshasa. to No. The UK government's factfile says Congo is often called Congo-Brazzaville to distinguish it from its neighbour, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (sometimes called Congo-Kinshasa), and lists the Democratic Republic of the Congo among the countries it shares land boundaries with; its travel advice describes the river border crossing between Brazzaville and Kinshasa. (assets.publishing.service.gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— faq.yellow-fever changed: from ~~Yes. The UK's travel advice says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate to pass border control.~~ to Yes. The UK government says that to pass border control you must have certificates proving yellow fever vaccination and polio vaccination. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— faq.safety changed: from The UK FCDO advises against all travel within 50 km of the border with the Central African Republic in Likouala Region, and warns that clashes could break out with little notice in parts of the Pool region. It reports opportunistic crime such as pickpocketing, particularly in Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire, and advises against walking after dark. to The UK government advises against all travel to within 50 km of the border with the Central African Republic in Likouala Region, and says violent clashes could arise again with little or no notice in the Pool Region. It reports opportunistic crime such as pickpocketing, particularly in Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire, and advises avoiding walking in the streets after dark. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— tips.two-congos changed: from ~~Do not confuse the Republic of the Congo (Brazzaville) with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Kinshasa) across the river: they are separate countries.~~ to The UK government's factfile says Congo is often called Congo-Brazzaville to distinguish it from its neighbour, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (sometimes called Congo-Kinshasa). (assets.publishing.service.gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— tips.yellow-card changed: from ~~The UK FCDO says you must have certificates proving yellow fever and polio vaccination to pass border control.~~ to The UK government says you must have certificates proving yellow fever and polio vaccination to pass border control. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— tips.carry-id changed: from Always carry identification: the UK FCDO advises a colour copy of your passport including the visa entry stamp, and the Government of Canada says you may be detained if you cannot produce acceptable identification. to The UK government says police may ask you for ID and to always carry a colour copy of your passport, including your visa entry stamp; the Government of Canada says you may be detained by police if you are unable to produce acceptable identification. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— tips.photography changed: from The Government of Canada says it is illegal to photograph government buildings, military installations, border crossings and transport infrastructure, including ports, train stations and airports. It advises seeking permission before photographing official buildings or individuals. to The Government of Canada says it is illegal to photograph government buildings, military installations, border crossings and transportation infrastructure, including ports, train stations and airports, and advises seeking permission before taking photos of official buildings or individuals. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— entryRequirements.passportValidity changed: from The embassy in Paris requires a passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel, and the embassy in Washington one that remains valid for 6 months. Canada's travel advice says at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave. to The embassy in Paris requires a passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel, and the embassy in Washington one that remains valid for the next 6 months. Canada's travel advice says at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave; the UK government says British passports must be valid for the duration of the stay. (ambacongofr.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— entryRequirements.vaccinations.yellow-fever changed: from ~~A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required to pass border control, because of the risk of yellow fever transmission.~~ to The UK government says that to pass border control you must have a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination, due to a risk of yellow fever transmission. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— entryRequirements.vaccinations.polio changed: from ~~A certificate proving polio vaccination is required to pass border control, because of the risk of polio transmission.~~ to The UK government says that to pass border control you must have a certificate proving polio vaccination, due to the risk of polio transmission. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— entryRequirements.travelInsurance changed: from No official source we could read states a travel insurance requirement for entry. The UK's travel advice says medical facilities are limited, medical evacuation is likely to be necessary for all but the most basic treatment, and your insurance should cover the very high cost of evacuation by air ambulance. to No official source we could read states a travel insurance requirement for entry. The UK government says medical facilities are limited, that medical evacuation is likely to be necessary for all but the most basic treatments, and that your insurance should specifically include the very high costs of evacuation by air ambulance. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— entryRequirements.onwardTicket changed: from ~~Visa applications must include a copy of the air ticket or reservation showing arrival and departure dates, plus a letter of invitation or a hotel reservation.~~ to The embassy in Washington says a copy of your airline ticket or reservation showing arrival and departure dates is mandatory for a visa application, along with an invitation letter or hotel reservation; the embassy in Paris also asks for a copy of the flight reservation with departure and return dates. (ambacongo-us.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds changed: from No amount is published. The embassy in Washington says visitors must have ready evidence of their means of support for the stay and of accommodation at border control, and the embassy in Paris asks visa applicants for proof of resources for the duration of the stay. to No official source we could read states an amount. The embassy in Washington says visitors must have ready evidence of their means of support for the stay and of accommodation arrangements at border controls, and the embassy in Paris asks visa applicants for proof of resources for the duration of the stay. (ambacongo-us.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— countryFacts.payments changed: from The Government of Canada says the economy is primarily cash-based. Major hotels and stores generally accept major credit cards, euros and US dollars (confirm when you book), but outside these establishments in Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire credit cards are rarely accepted. to The Government of Canada says the economy is primarily cash-based; major hotels and stores generally accept major credit cards, as well as euros and US dollars (confirm when booking), but outside these establishments in Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire credit cards are rarely accepted. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— countryFacts.safety changed: from The UK FCDO reports opportunistic crime such as pickpocketing, particularly in Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire, and says criminals may target foreigners and vehicles, especially outside urban centres and in the Pool Region and Mouyondzi District. It says no live conflict has been reported in the Pool Region since a 2017 ceasefire, but violent clashes could arise again with little notice. It advises against all travel within 50 km of the border with the Central African Republic in Likouala, against walking in the streets after dark, and to carry a colour copy of your passport and visa entry stamp, as police may ask for ID. to The UK government reports opportunistic crime such as pickpocketing, particularly in Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire, says criminals may target foreigners, and advises extra precautions against vehicle crime, especially outside urban centres and anywhere in the Pool Region and Mouyondzi District. It says live conflict has not been reported in the Pool Region since a 2017 ceasefire, but violent clashes could arise again with little or no notice. It advises against all travel to within 50 km of the border with the Central African Republic in Likouala Region, against walking in the streets after dark, and to always carry a colour copy of your passport including your visa entry stamp, as police may ask for ID. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit changed: from No official seasonal guidance. The Government of Canada says the rainy seasons run from September to December and from March to May in the south (including Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire), and from April to October in the north. to No official source we could read gives seasonal guidance. The Government of Canada says the rainy seasons run from September to December and from March to May in the south (including Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire), and from April to October in the north. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— countryFacts.driving changed: from Republic of the Congo is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic (UN Treaty Collection). No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national licence, or for how long a foreign licence may be used. to The Republic of the Congo is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic (UN Treaty Collection). No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national licence, or for how long a foreign licence may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— countryFacts.driving.idp changed: from ~~Republic of the Congo is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic (UN Treaty Collection).~~ to The Republic of the Congo is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic (UN Treaty Collection). (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— visaTypes.voa-rwanda.feeNotes changed: from ~~Free of charge under the Congo–Rwanda agreement of 24 November 2021. The agreement does not say whether the visa allows one or several entries.~~ to Free of charge under the Congo–Rwanda agreement of 24 November 2021. No official source we could read states whether the visa allows one or several entries. (sgg.cg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Republic of the Congo— Rwanda VOA: method evidence changed: from Les citoyens d’une Partie détenteurs d’un passeport ordinaire bénéﬁ cient de la gratuite du visa à l’entrée du territoire des deux Parties, valide pour une période ne dépassant pas quatre-vingt-dix (90 jours). to ACCORD DE COOPERATION ENTRE LE GOUVERNEMENT DE LA REPUBLIQUE DU CONGO ET LE GOUVERNEMENT DE LA REPUBLIQUE DU RWANDA RELATIF A L’EXEMPTION DE VISA POUR LES DETENTEURS DE PASSEPORT DIPLOMATIQUE ET DE SERVICE ET L’OBTENTION DE VISA SANS FRAIS A L’ARRIVEE POUR LES DETENTEURS DE PASSEPORT ORDINAIRE (sgg.cg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— schengen-c: method evidence changed: from ~~Toate documentele anexate trebuie să fie prezentate în original şi în copie la momentul depunerii în persoană a solicitării de viză.~~ to Cunosc faptul că pentru a obţine o viză solicitată prin intermediul portalului E-VIZA, sunt obligat a mă prezenta și personal la misiunea diplomatică / oficiul consular român pentru care optez. (evisa.mae.ro )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— long-stay-d: method evidence changed: from Please note: In all cases, at the time of presenting in person at the request of the long-stay visa, the foreigner has the obligation to present in original the state border crossing document and the necessary supporting documents. to - Pentru cererile de vize de lungă ședere transmise spre validare misiunilor diplomatice și oficiilor consulare ale României în străinătate, prin Portalul e-Viza, începând cu data de 27.04.2026, taxa de viză va fi percepută în cuantum de 300 de euro. (eviza.mae.ro )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— summary rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Romania joined the Schengen Area on 1 January 2025: EU citizens travel with a passport or national ID card, visa-exempt nationalities such as the US and UK get 90 days in any 180-day period counted together with the rest of the Schengen Area, and other passports need a Schengen visa applied for via Romania's official eVisa portal. The currency is the leu. to The European Commission says Bulgaria and Romania were the last countries to join the Schengen Area, on 1 January 2025. Romania's General Inspectorate for Immigration says EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can enter with a valid national identity document or passport. Under the EU visa regulation, nationals of the countries in its Annex II are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of no more than 90 days in any 180-day period, and Romania's Foreign Ministry says previous stays in the Schengen Area count towards that maximum cumulatively. Others need a visa, filed through the Foreign Ministry's e-Viza portal and sent to the Romanian diplomatic mission or consular office they choose. Canada's travel advice says the currency is the leu (RON). (home-affairs.ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— faq.do-i-need-visa rewritten to its official sentences changed: from EU/EEA and Swiss citizens don't need a visa. Citizens of the Schengen visa-waiver countries — including the US, UK, Canada, Australia and Japan — can stay 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. Other nationalities need a Schengen short-stay visa, applied for through Romania's official e-Viza portal (evisa.mae.ro), which sends the application to the Romanian diplomatic mission or consular office you choose. to Romania's General Inspectorate for Immigration says EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can enter with a valid national identity document or passport and stay under the right to free movement. Under the EU visa regulation, nationals of the countries listed in its Annex II are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of no more than 90 days in any 180-day period. Other nationalities need a visa: Romania's e-Viza portal (evisa.mae.ro) is where the visa file is completed and sent to the Romanian diplomatic mission or consular office the applicant chooses. (igi.mai.gov.ro )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— faq.euro rewritten to its official sentences changed: from No. The currency is the Romanian leu (RON). Canada's travel advice says credit cards are widely accepted in major urban centres although the economy is primarily cash-based, and that euros should be exchanged at recognized exchange shops, banks or hotels; exchanging money on the street is illegal. to No. Canada's travel advice says the currency of Romania is the leu (RON), that the economy is primarily cash-based but credit cards are widely accepted in major urban centres, that euros may be exchanged in recognized establishments such as exchange shops, banks and hotels, and that exchanging money on the street is illegal. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— faq.schengen-days rewritten to its official sentences changed: from ~~Yes. Romania has been in the Schengen Area since 1 January 2025, and the 90 days in any 180-day period are counted across the whole Schengen Area rather than per country.~~ to Yes. The European Commission says Romania joined the Schengen Area on 1 January 2025, and Romania's Foreign Ministry says that entry is allowed only if previous stays in the Schengen Area do not exceed, cumulatively, a maximum of 90 days in any 180-day period. (home-affairs.ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— faq.moldova-citizens rewritten to its official sentences changed: from ~~Yes — Moldovan citizens with a biometric passport can enter visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period under the EU's visa-free regime.~~ to Yes, if they hold a biometric passport issued by Moldova in line with ICAO standards. The EU visa regulation lists Moldova in its Annex II, whose nationals are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of no more than 90 days in any 180-day period, and limits Moldova's exemption to those passports. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— tips.leu-not-euro rewritten to its official sentences changed: from ~~Romania's currency is the leu (RON), not the euro. Canada's travel advice says exchanging money on the street is illegal: change euros at recognized exchange shops, banks or hotels.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the currency of Romania is the leu (RON), that exchanging money on the street is illegal, and that euros may be exchanged in recognized establishments such as exchange shops, banks and hotels. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— tips.schengen-2025 rewritten to its official sentences changed: from ~~Romania joined the Schengen Area on 1 January 2025, so days spent in Romania count toward the same 90-in-180 allowance as the other Schengen countries.~~ to The European Commission says Romania joined the Schengen Area on 1 January 2025. Romania's Foreign Ministry says previous stays in the Schengen Area count, cumulatively, towards the maximum of 90 days in any 180-day period. (home-affairs.ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— tips.bears rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Before hiking or other activities in the Carpathians, Canada's travel advice says to check the Salvamont mountain rescue service for current risks. In an emergency, including wild animal encounters, the Romanian government sends RO-ALERT text messages to all active SIM cards. to Canada's travel advice says that if you plan activities in the Carpathian mountains you should check the Salvamont mountain rescue service website for current risks and conditions, to pay attention to wild animals including bears and feral dogs, and that in an emergency, including wild animal encounters, the Romanian government sends SMS messages to all active SIM cards via RO-ALERT. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— tips.taxi-apps rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Canada's travel advice says to use only licensed metered taxis that display their price lists, not to hail a taxi on the street but to order one from your hotel or use a trusted ride-sharing app, and at Bucharest's Henri Coandă airport to take a taxi from the booth in the arrivals terminal to get a fair rate. to Canada's travel advice says to use only licensed metered taxis that display their price lists, not to hail a taxi on the street but to order one from your hotel or use a trusted ride-sharing app, and at Bucharest's Henri Coandă International Airport to arrange a taxi from the taxi booth in the arrivals terminal to get a fair rate. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— entryRequirements.passportValidity rewritten to its official sentences changed: from ~~Non-EU passports must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area and have been issued within the last 10 years.~~ to Romania's Foreign Ministry says foreigners entering the Schengen Area (including Romania) must hold a travel document valid for at least three months from the planned date of departure from the territory of the Member States, and issued within the last 10 years. (eviza.mae.ro )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— entryRequirements.travelInsurance rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000, valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. No official source we could read states an insurance requirement for visa-exempt visitors. to Under the EU Visa Code, applicants for a Schengen visa must prove that they hold adequate and valid travel medical insurance, valid throughout the territory of the Member States for the entire period of the intended stay, with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000. No official source we could read states an insurance requirement for visa-exempt visitors. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— entryRequirements.onwardTicket rewritten to its official sentences changed: from No official source we could read states that a return or onward ticket is required to enter Romania. The Schengen Borders Code (Annex I) lists a return or round-trip ticket among the supporting documents a border guard may ask a third-country national for. to No official source we could read states that a return or onward ticket is required to enter Romania. The Schengen Borders Code says Annex I contains a non-exhaustive list of supporting documents a border guard may request from a third-country national, and that list includes a return or round-trip ticket. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Romania's Foreign Ministry lists, among the conditions for entering the Schengen Area, sufficient means of subsistence for the planned stay and for the return to the country of origin or transit to a third country. Romania's reference amount is €50 per person per day, and no less than €500 for the whole stay (€30 per day for those covered by the invitation procedure). to Romania's Foreign Ministry lists, among the conditions for entering the Schengen Area, sufficient means of subsistence both for the planned stay and for the return to the country of origin or transit to a third country. The European Commission's table of national reference amounts gives Romania's as EUR 50, but no less than €500 for the entire period, or EUR 30 for third-country nationals to whom the invitation procedure applies. (eviza.mae.ro )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— entryRequirements.declarations.ees rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Non-EU travellers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System when they enter the Schengen area for a short stay: on a first visit you may be asked to give fingerprints and a photo at a special booth before the immigration desk, and there is nothing to do before you reach the border. The UK government's travel advice says there is no cost for EES registration. to The UK government's travel advice says that when you travel into the Schengen area for short stays you may need to register biometric details such as fingerprints and a photo, that on your first visit you may be asked to register at a special booth before the immigration desk, that you do not need to take any action before you arrive at the border, and that there is no cost for EES registration. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— entryRequirements.declarations.etias rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter the Schengen Area. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU says it will announce the start date several months before launch. to The EU's official ETIAS website lists Romania among the 30 European countries that require visa-exempt travellers to have an ETIAS travel authorisation. It says ETIAS is currently not in operation and no applications are collected, and that the EU will inform about the start date several months before its launch. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits rewritten to its official sentences changed: from ~~Cash of €10,000 or more (or equivalent) must be declared when entering or leaving the EU.~~ to The EU says that if you plan to enter or leave the EU with €10,000 in cash (or its equivalent in other currencies), you must declare it to the customs authorities in the EU country you are entering or leaving. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— entryRequirements.customs.notes.0 rewritten to its official sentences changed: from ~~Between EU countries, alcohol and tobacco bought with tax paid, for your own use and not for resale, owe no further tax, according to the EU's Your Europe portal.~~ to The EU's Your Europe portal says that when travelling between EU countries, alcohol and tobacco bought for your own use and not for resale owe no further payments in any other EU country, as taxes are included in the price where you bought them. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— entryRequirements.customs.notes.1 rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Arriving from outside the EU, the EU's Your Europe portal gives a duty-free allowance of 4 litres of still wine and 16 litres of beer, plus 1 litre of spirits (or 2 litres of fortified or sparkling wine), and other goods worth up to €300 (€430 by air or sea). Tobacco limits depend on the country, and travellers under 17 get no alcohol or tobacco allowance. to Arriving from outside the EU, the EU's Your Europe portal gives a duty-free allowance of 4 litres of still wine and 16 litres of beer, plus 1 litre of spirits over 22% (or 2 litres of fortified or sparkling wine), and other goods worth up to €300 (€430 for travellers by air and sea). It lists Romania among the countries applying the lower tobacco limit to all travellers (40 cigarettes or 20 cigarillos or 10 cigars or 50 g tobacco), and says travellers under 17 get no duty-free allowance for tobacco or alcohol. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— countryFacts.payments rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Canada's travel advice says Romania's economy is primarily cash-based but that credit cards are widely accepted in major urban centres. It says exchanging money on the street is illegal, that euros can be exchanged at recognized exchange shops, banks and hotels, and that merchants may refuse well-worn banknotes. to Canada's travel advice says Romania's economy is primarily cash-based but that credit cards are widely accepted in major urban centres. It says exchanging money on the street is illegal, that euros may be exchanged in recognized establishments such as exchange shops, banks and hotels, and that merchants may not accept well-worn or used banknotes. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— countryFacts.safety rewritten to its official sentences changed: from The UK FCDO warns of petty theft in large towns, especially Bucharest, including on public transport to the airport and in main railway stations, and says drones have crossed into Romanian airspace, some carrying explosives that landed or washed ashore: follow guidance from local authorities, including RO-Alert, and do not approach military debris. Canada's travel advice says not to hail a taxi on the street. to The UK FCDO says to be alert to petty theft in large towns, especially Bucharest, and that drones have crossed into Romanian airspace and territorial waters, occasionally carrying explosives that landed or washed ashore; it says to follow guidance from local authorities, including the RO-Alert system, and not to approach any military debris. Canada's travel advice says not to hail a taxi on the street. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit rewritten to its official sentences changed: from ~~No official seasonal guidance. The CIA World Factbook describes a temperate climate: cold, cloudy winters with frequent snow and fog, and sunny summers with frequent showers and thunderstorms.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Romania. (cia.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— countryFacts.roadVignette rewritten to its official sentences changed: from The rovinieta covers Romania's national roads, not only its motorways, except national-road sections inside municipalities between their entry and exit signs. Tariffs are set in lei and depend on the car's emission standard (Euro class), and the rovinieta is now sold through CNAIR's TollRo portal. to CNAIR's eToll portal says the rovinieta applies to Romania's national road network, except national-road sections inside municipalities between their entry and exit signs, and that tariffs depend on the vehicle type, the emission standard and the period of use. (portal.etoll.ro )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— countryFacts.driving rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Romania is a party to the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic (UN Treaty Collection). No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national licence, or for how long a foreign licence may be used. to The UN treaty records list Romania as a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic (accession, 26 January 1961) and to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic (signed 8 November 1968, ratified 9 December 1980). No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national licence, or for how long a foreign licence may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— countryFacts.driving.idp rewritten to its official sentences changed: from ~~Romania is a party to the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic (UN Treaty Collection).~~ to The UN treaty records list Romania as a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic (accession, 26 January 1961) and to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic (signed 8 November 1968, ratified 9 December 1980). (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— visaTypes.schengen-c.feeNotes rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Children aged 6 to 11: €45; children under six: no fee. Romania's e-Viza portal is where the visa file is completed and sent to the Romanian diplomatic mission or consular office the applicant chooses. to The EU Visa Code sets a fee of EUR 45 for children from the age of six and below the age of 12, and waives it for children under six. Romania's e-Viza portal is where the visa file is completed and sent to the Romanian diplomatic mission or consular office the applicant chooses. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— visaTypes.long-stay-d.feeNotes rewritten to its official sentences changed: from €300 for long-stay visa applications submitted through the e-Viza portal from 27 April 2026 (€120 before that date). Issued for work, study, family reunification and other long-stay purposes, for 90 days; the right of residence it grants can be extended in Romania through a residence permit issued by the General Inspectorate for Immigration. to Romania's Foreign Ministry says the fee is €300 for long-stay visa applications sent through the e-Viza portal to Romania's diplomatic missions and consular offices from 27 April 2026, and €120 for those sent before that date. It says the long-stay visa is granted for periods of 90 days, for purposes including employment, studies and family reunification, and that the right of residence it grants can be extended through a residence permit issued by the General Inspectorate for Immigration. (eviza.mae.ro )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— visaTypes.schengen-c-am.feeNotes rewritten to its official sentences changed: from ~~Set by the EU–Armenia visa facilitation agreement (Article 6) instead of the standard €90; waived for children under 12 and pensioners, among other listed categories.~~ to Set by the EU–Armenia visa facilitation agreement: the fee for processing visa applications is EUR 35, and it is waived for listed categories of persons, among them pensioners and children under the age of 12. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— visaTypes.schengen-c-az.feeNotes rewritten to its official sentences changed: from ~~Set by the EU–Azerbaijan visa facilitation agreement (Article 6) instead of the standard €90; waived for children under 12 and pensioners, among other listed categories.~~ to Set by the EU–Azerbaijan visa facilitation agreement: the fee for processing visa applications is EUR 35, and it is waived for listed categories of persons, among them pensioners and children under the age of 12. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— visaTypes.schengen-c-by.feeNotes rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Set by the EU–Belarus visa facilitation agreement (Article 6) instead of the standard €90; €70 when the applicant asks for a decision within two days and the consulate agrees; waived for children under 12, among other listed categories. Council Decision (EU) 2021/1940 suspended the agreement's facilitations for Belarusian officials and official delegations. to Set by the EU–Belarus visa facilitation agreement: the fee for processing visa applications is EUR 35, or EUR 70 where the applicant has requested a decision within two days of submission and the consulate has accepted; it is waived for listed categories of persons, among them children under the age of 12. Council Decision (EU) 2021/1940 suspended certain provisions of the agreement for members of Belarusian official delegations, of the national and regional Governments and Parliaments of Belarus, and of its Constitutional and Supreme Courts. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— visaTypes.schengen-c-cv.feeNotes rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Set by the EU–Cabo Verde visa facilitation agreement as amended in 2021 (Article 5) at 75 % of the fee charged under the applicable legislation; children aged 12 to 17 pay half of it, and children under 12 pay nothing, among other listed categories. to Set by the EU–Cabo Verde visa facilitation agreement as amended in 2021: the fee for processing visa applications is 75 % of the amount charged under the applicable domestic legislation; children who are at least 12 but below 18 years old are charged 50 % of that fee, and no fee is collected from listed categories, among them children under 12 years of age. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Romania— visaTypes.schengen-c-ru.feeNotes rewritten to its official sentences changed: from Standard fee under the Visa Code (Article 16): children aged 6 to 11 pay €45 and children under 6 pay nothing. The EU–Russia visa facilitation agreement is fully suspended (Council Decision (EU) 2022/1500), so its reduced fee does not apply. The European Commission says Russian nationals will no longer be able to receive multiple-entry visas. to The EU Visa Code sets the fee at EUR 90; children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years pay EUR 45, and the fee is waived for children under six years. Council Decision (EU) 2022/1500 suspended the EU–Russia visa facilitation agreement in whole as regards citizens of the Russian Federation from 12 September 2022. The European Commission says Russian nationals will no longer be able to receive multiple-entry visas. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— summary changed: from Russia issues a unified eVisa (single entry, a stay of up to 30 days) to citizens of the countries on the list approved by the Russian Government; other foreign citizens need a visa unless an agreement provides visa-free entry, and the Foreign Ministry requires a consular visa of US, UK, Canadian and Australian travelers. The UK Foreign Office advises against all travel to Russia and Canada says to avoid all travel. to Russia's Foreign Ministry says a foreign citizen needs a visa to enter Russia, and that visa-free entry is possible where an agreement provides for it; its per-country table lists visas for all passport types for the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. Only citizens of the countries on a list approved by the Russian Government can get the unified e-visa, a single-entry visa allowing a stay of up to 30 days. The UK government advises against all travel to Russia and Canada says to avoid all travel. (kdmid.ru )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— faq.need-visa changed: from Yes, unless an agreement exempts you. Citizens of the countries on the e-visa list approved by the Russian Government, including India, Japan and EU member states such as Germany, can use the unified 30-day eVisa; citizens of countries with visa-free agreements enter without a visa, and the Foreign Ministry's per-country table shows which. US, UK, Canadian, Australian and New Zealand citizens must obtain a visa from a Russian consulate. to Yes, unless an agreement provides visa-free entry: Russia's Foreign Ministry says a foreign citizen needs a visa, applied for at the Russian consular office for their place of permanent residence, and its per-country table shows each country's regime. The table says citizens of, for example, Germany, India and Japan can enter on an e-visa for up to 30 days, and lists visas for all passport types for the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. (kdmid.ru )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— faq.us-evisa changed: from No. The United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand are not on the eVisa eligibility list, so their citizens need a visa from a Russian consulate; for a tourist visa the consulate asks for a confirmation from a tour operator on the federal register or, for citizens of countries on a list approved by the Russian Government, a hotel booking. to Russia's Foreign Ministry table lists visas for all passport types for the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, while for countries such as Germany, India and Japan it adds that their citizens can enter on an e-visa for up to 30 days. A visa is applied for at the Russian consular office for your place of permanent residence. For a tourist visa the consulate asks for confirmation from an organisation on the unified federal register of tour operators or — only for citizens of countries on a list approved by the Russian Government — a booking in a hotel on the unified list of classified hotels. (kdmid.ru )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— faq.evisa-how changed: from You apply and pay online at evisa.kdmid.ru. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says a fee is charged, paid by bank card and not refunded, and that children under six pay no consular fee; it does not publish the amount. Applications are processed in no more than four calendar days. The visa is single-entry, valid for 120 days from issue, allows a stay of up to 30 days, and can only be used at approved border crossings. to You apply from your personal account on the Russian Foreign Ministry's specialised website or its mobile app, no earlier than 86 days and no later than 4 days before your expected entry. A fee is charged, paid with a bank card of an international payment system, and it is non-refundable whatever the result; no consular fee is charged for children under 6. Applications are processed in no more than 4 calendar days. The unified e-visa is single-entry, valid for 120 days from issue, allows a stay of up to 30 days from entry, and is valid for entry and exit only through the border crossing points on the Government's list. (evisa.kdmid.ru )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— faq.safe-now changed: from The UK Foreign Office advises against all travel to Russia and Canada says to avoid all travel. The FCDO cites drone attacks and air-defence activity, a lack of flights, very limited consular support, an increased risk of detention, and a high likelihood that terrorists will try to carry out attacks, including in major cities. to The UK government advises against all travel to Russia, citing security incidents such as drone attacks and Russian air defence activity, the lack of flights to return to the UK, and limited ability for the UK government to provide support; it says in-person UK government support in Russia is limited, and very limited in parts of Russia. It also says there is an increased risk of British nationals being detained and a high likelihood terrorists will try to carry out attacks, including in major cities. Canada says to avoid all travel to Russia. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— faq.pay-card changed: from Not with a card issued abroad. The UK Foreign Office says Mastercard and Visa are not operating in Russia, so cards issued outside Russia will not work in shops or ATMs. Bring US dollars or euros to exchange for roubles at banks, hotels or exchange bureaus. to Not with a Mastercard or Visa card issued abroad: the UK government says Mastercard and Visa are not operating in Russia and cards issued outside Russia will not work at Russian shops or ATMs. It says that to buy roubles in Russia you must take US dollars or euros to exchange, and to change money only at banks, hotels and exchange bureaus. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— faq.registration-faq changed: from The UK Foreign Office says you must register with the local authorities if you stay anywhere for more than 7 working days. It says hotels do this automatically, that if you stay with someone you should check that they do it, and that you must show evidence of your registration at passport control when you leave Russia. to The UK government says you must register with the local authorities if you are staying anywhere for more than 7 working days; your hotel will do this automatically, and if you are staying with someone you should check that they are doing it. It says you must show evidence of your registration at passport control when you leave Russia. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— tips.travel-advisories changed: from The UK Foreign Office advises against all travel to Russia, citing drone attacks and air-defence activity, the lack of flights and limited consular support, and Canada says to avoid all travel. The FCDO says Russian authorities treat British-Russian dual nationals as Russian citizens, which limits the consular help the UK can give. to The UK government advises against all travel to Russia, citing security incidents such as drone attacks and Russian air defence activity, the lack of flights to return to the UK and limited ability for the UK government to provide support, and Canada says to avoid all travel. The UK says that if you hold both British and Russian nationality, Russian authorities will treat you as a Russian citizen, which limits the consular assistance the UK government can provide. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— tips.cards-dont-work changed: from The UK Foreign Office says Mastercard and Visa cards issued outside Russia will not work in Russian shops or ATMs. To buy roubles, take US dollars or euros and change them only at banks, hotels and exchange bureaus; changing money with street traders is illegal. to The UK government says Mastercard and Visa cards issued outside Russia will not work at Russian shops or ATMs. It says that to buy roubles in Russia you must take US dollars or euros to exchange, to change money only at banks, hotels and exchange bureaus, and that it is illegal to change money from street traders. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— tips.evisa-borders changed: from ~~The unified eVisa is single-entry, valid 120 days for a stay of up to 30 days, and only usable at the approved border crossings listed on evisa.kdmid.ru.~~ to Russia's Foreign Ministry says the unified e-visa is single-entry, valid for 120 days from issue, allows a stay of up to 30 days from entry, and is valid for entry and exit only through the border crossing points on the list approved by the Russian Government. (evisa.kdmid.ru )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— tips.registration changed: from The UK Foreign Office says you must register with the local authorities if you stay anywhere for more than 7 working days, that hotels do this automatically, and that if you cannot show your registration and passport you may be detained for up to 48 hours for identity checks or fined. to The UK government says you must register with the local authorities if you are staying anywhere for more than 7 working days and that your hotel will do this automatically. It says police carry out routine checks, and if you cannot show your registration and passport you may be detained for up to 48 hours for identity checks or get a fine. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— tips.border-regions changed: from The UK Foreign Office reports drone attacks and explosions particularly near the Russian border with Ukraine, says terrorists are active in the North Caucasus, and says access to military and border zones is restricted without permission from local authorities. to The UK government reports drone attacks and explosions in Russia, particularly near the Russian border with Ukraine, says terrorists are active in the North Caucasus, and says access to some areas, such as military and border zones, is restricted and requires permission from local authorities. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— entryRequirements.passportValidity changed: from eVisa applicants need a machine-readable passport issued by their country of nationality and valid for at least 6 months from the date they submit the application, with sufficient space for border-crossing stamps (no number of pages is stated). For a regular visa from a consulate, the Consular Department asks, as a rule, for a passport valid at least 6 months after the visa expires, with at least two blank visa pages. to Russia's Foreign Ministry says e-visa applicants need a machine-readable passport issued by their country of nationality, valid for at least 6 months from the date the e-visa application is submitted, with sufficient space for border crossing stamps. For a regular visa it says the passport must have at least two blank pages for visas and, as a rule, must not expire earlier than six months after the visa expires. (evisa.kdmid.ru )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— entryRequirements.travelInsurance changed: from Visa applicants must provide a medical insurance policy unless an international treaty provides otherwise; holders of diplomatic and service passports are exempt. eVisa holders must have medical insurance valid in Russia for their whole stay, except citizens of countries exempted on the basis of reciprocity. to Russia's Foreign Ministry says visa applicants provide a medical insurance policy unless Russia's international treaties provide otherwise; holders of diplomatic and service passports and some other categories are exempt. It says e-visa holders must have medical insurance valid in Russia for their entire stay, except citizens of countries exempted on the basis of reciprocity. (kdmid.ru )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— entryRequirements.onwardTicket changed: from No official source we could read states an onward-ticket requirement for visitors in general. Transit-visa applicants must show tickets valid for leaving Russia, and e-visa holders must enter and leave through the border crossings approved for the e-visa. to No official source we could read states an onward-ticket requirement for visitors in general. Russia's Foreign Ministry asks transit-visa applicants for tickets valid for leaving Russia, and says the unified e-visa is valid for entry and exit only through the border crossing points on the Government's list. (kdmid.ru )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— entryRequirements.declarations.migration-card changed: from A migration card is issued at the border on arrival. Keep it for your whole stay and hand it back on departure. The UK Foreign Office says you must register with the local authorities if you stay anywhere for more than 7 working days, and that hotels do this automatically. to Russia's Foreign Ministry says migration card forms are handed to arriving foreigners by the crew (air, sea or river), the train crew, the bus driver or, for private transport or on foot, border control officials. The exit part (coupon B) is kept for the whole stay and handed to border control officials on departure. The UK government says you must register with the local authorities if you are staying anywhere for more than 7 working days, and that your hotel will do this automatically. (kdmid.ru )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits changed: from The UK Foreign Office says you may bring cash in any currency and travellers' cheques into or out of Russia without declaring them if their combined value does not exceed the equivalent of USD 10,000, and that you cannot leave Russia with more than that, even if you complete a customs declaration. to The UK government says you may bring cash in any currency and travellers' cheques into or out of Russia without declaring them if their combined value does not exceed the equivalent of 10,000 US dollars, and that you cannot leave Russia with cash or travellers' cheques worth more than that, even if you complete a customs declaration. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— entryRequirements.customs.notes.0 changed: from The UK Foreign Office says you must complete a customs declaration for goods worth more than 10,000 US dollars, and for items of cultural or historical significance, rare plants or animals, vehicles, weapons, and medicines containing potent, toxic or psychoactive substances, whatever their value. to The UK government says you must complete a customs declaration if you import goods worth more than 10,000 US dollars, and, regardless of value, when bringing in items of cultural and historical significance, rare plants or animals, vehicles, Russian state awards, weapons or their components, or medicines containing potent, toxic or psychoactive substances. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)