Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 9, 2026Russia— entryRequirements.customs.notes.1 changed: from The UK Foreign Office says you need a licence before travelling with certain electronic equipment, including GPS devices, and that the number of electronic items for personal use is limited, and that using a drone requires permission from the Russian aviation authority. to The UK government says you must obtain a licence before travelling with certain electronic equipment, including GPS devices, that the number of electronic items you can bring for personal use is limited, and that you must get permission from the Russian aviation authority before using drones in Russian airspace. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— entryRequirements.customs.notes.2 changed: from ~~The UK Foreign Office says cannabidiol (CBD) is illegal in Russia, even in products bought legally elsewhere, and that exporting antiques or artwork without a Ministry of Culture permit is illegal.~~ to The UK government says cannabidiol (CBD) is illegal in Russia, even in products purchased legally elsewhere, and that you must get an export permit from the Ministry of Culture for antiques and artwork; it is illegal to import or export such items without a permit. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— countryFacts.payments changed: from The UK Foreign Office says Mastercard and Visa are not operating in Russia: cards issued outside Russia will not work in shops or ATMs, while cards issued inside Russia work only there. Paying in foreign currency is illegal; to buy roubles, take US dollars or euros and change them only at banks, hotels and exchange bureaus. to The UK government says Mastercard and Visa are not operating in Russia: cards issued outside Russia will not work at Russian shops or ATMs, and cards issued inside Russia work in, but not outside, Russia. It says it is illegal to pay directly for general transactions in foreign currency; to buy roubles in Russia you must take US dollars or euros to exchange, and change money only at banks, hotels and exchange bureaus. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— countryFacts.safety 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 of terrorist attacks, including in major cities. It says British-Russian dual nationals are treated as Russian citizens, and that people whose draft notice appears on the electronic register cannot leave Russia. 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 support is limited, and very limited in parts of Russia. It 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; that Russian authorities treat British-Russian dual nationals as Russian citizens; and that Russian law prevents eligible individuals from leaving Russia once their draft notice appears on the federal electronic draft register. Canada says to avoid all travel to Russia. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit changed: from No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Russia. The CIA World Factbook describes a climate ranging from steppe in the south through humid continental in much of European Russia to subarctic in Siberia and tundra in the polar north. to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Russia. (travelrequirements.info )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— method evidence changed: from ~~Для оформления туристической визы заявитель должен предоставить в консульство~~ to If the purpose of your trip to the Russian Federation is none of the above, you have to apply to a diplomatic mission or consular post of the Russian Federation for a regular (not electronic) visa. (evisa.kdmid.ru )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Russia— method evidence changed: from ~~Для оформления транзитной визы заявитель должен предоставить в консульство~~ to If the purpose of your trip to the Russian Federation is none of the above, you have to apply to a diplomatic mission or consular post of the Russian Federation for a regular (not electronic) visa. (evisa.kdmid.ru )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (summary) changed: from Rwanda gives every nationality a visa on arrival: citizens of all African Union, Commonwealth and Francophonie states get it free of charge for a visit of 30 days, nationals of the countries on a separate list — among them Ghana, Senegal, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines and Qatar — get a 90-day visa free of charge, East African Community citizens get a free pass for six months, and every other nationality can get a visa on arrival, whose fee the directorate says must not exceed USD 50 for a single entry (or apply online via Irembo). to Rwanda's Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration says citizens of all countries can get a visa on arrival without prior application. Citizens of African Union, Commonwealth and Francophonie member states get it with the fee waived for a visit of 30 days; nationals of the countries on a separate list — among them Ghana, Senegal, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines and Qatar — get a 90-day visa free of charge; East African Community citizens get a free pass for six months. The directorate says visa fees must not exceed USD 50 for a single entry, and that visitors can also apply online or at a Rwandan mission before departure. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (faq.do-i-need-visa) changed: from Every nationality can get a visa on arrival without applying in advance. Citizens of all African Union, Commonwealth and Francophonie member states get it free of charge for a visit of 30 days, nationals of the countries on Rwanda's 90-day list (among them Ghana, Senegal, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines and Qatar) get a 90-day visa free of charge, East African Community citizens get a free pass for six months, and every other nationality can get a visa on arrival (USD 50 at most for a single entry). to Rwanda's immigration directorate says citizens of all countries can get a visa on arrival without prior application. Citizens of African Union, Commonwealth and Francophonie member states get it with the fee waived for a visit of 30 days, nationals of the countries on its 90-day list (among them Ghana, Senegal, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines and Qatar) get a 90-day visa free of charge, East African Community citizens get a free pass for six months, and the fees must not exceed USD 50 for a single-entry visa. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (faq.visa-on-arrival) changed: from All nationalities are eligible. It is issued at Kigali International Airport and all land borders, and the immigration directorate says the fee must not exceed USD 50 for a single-entry visa or USD 70 for multiple entry. You can also apply online through the Irembo portal before departure and pay online or on arrival. to Rwanda's immigration directorate says nationals of all countries receive a visa on arrival at Kigali International Airport and all land borders, and that the fees must not exceed USD 50 for a single-entry visa or USD 70 for multiple entry. You can also apply online or at a Rwandan mission before departure; those applying online can pay online or on arrival. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (faq.east-africa-visa) changed: from A joint USD 100 visa valid 90 days for multiple entries across Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda. You can get it online (for Rwanda, via the Irembo portal), on arrival or from a Rwandan mission; if you get it before travel, your first entry must be into the country through which you applied. to Rwanda's immigration directorate says the East Africa Tourist Visa, for visiting Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda for tourism, costs US$100, is valid for 90 days and is multiple entry if staying within the three countries. You can apply online through Irembo, on arrival or at a Rwandan mission abroad; if you get it before travel, your first entry point must be the country through which you applied. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (faq.is-it-safe) changed: from The UK government says crime levels are relatively low, though burglary, theft, bag-snatching and mugging occur in Kigali. It advises against all but essential travel to the parts of Rusizi District within 10 km of the DRC border, and warns of a risk of cross-border attacks near the DRC and Burundi borders. to The UK Foreign Office says crime levels are relatively low in Rwanda, but there are cases of burglary, theft, bag-snatching and mugging in Kigali. It advises against all but essential travel to the parts of Rusizi District within 10km of the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo, including the Rwandan islands in Lake Kivu and Kamembe Airport. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (faq.yellow-fever) changed: from ~~The UK Foreign Office says you need a yellow fever vaccination certificate if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says that if you're coming from a country listed as a transmission risk, you must have a certificate to prove you've had a yellow fever vaccination. Rwanda's immigration directorate says a vaccination certificate may be required at the border post. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (faq.extend-stay) changed: from Some visa classes can be extended. Rwanda's Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration says the details are set out in the information for applicants for each visa class; apply before your current stay expires. to Rwanda's immigration directorate says some visa classes may be extended, with details set out in the information for applicants for each class; an extension application is submitted at the directorate's offices while the initial visa remains valid. It allows a grace period of 5 days after a visa expires to depart or renew it without a penalty. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (tips.plastic-bag-ban) changed: from ~~The UK Foreign Office says plastic bags are banned in Rwanda and will be confiscated if you have them on arrival.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says there is a ban on plastic bags in Rwanda and that plastic bags you have when you arrive will be confiscated. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (tips.umuganda) changed: from ~~The UK Foreign Office says the last Saturday of each month is Umuganda, a national day of community service, when most normal services close from 7 am to 11 am.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says the last Saturday of each month is Umuganda, a national day of community service, when most normal services close from 7am to 11am. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (tips.drc-border) changed: from Canada advises a high degree of caution in parts of Rubavu and Rusizi districts near the DRC border because of rebel groups on the Congolese side, and says crossing at the Gisenyi–Goma and Cyangugu–Bukavu border posts is prohibited for most travellers. to Canada advises a high degree of caution in parts of Rubavu and Rusizi districts due to the proximity of rebel groups in the DRC along the border, and says crossing at the Gisenyi-Goma and Cyangugu-Bukavu land border crossings is prohibited for most travellers. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (tips.east-africa-visa) changed: from Rwanda's immigration directorate says the USD 100 East Africa Tourist Visa covers Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda for 90 days with multiple entries within the three countries. If you get it before travel, your first entry must be into the country through which you applied. to Rwanda's immigration directorate says the East Africa Tourist Visa costs US$100, is valid for 90 days and is multiple entry if staying within Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda. If you get it before travel, your first entry point must be the country through which you applied. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (entryRequirements.passportValidity) changed: from ~~Your passport or travel document must be valid for not less than 6 months.~~ to Rwanda's immigration directorate says an applicant should hold a genuine acceptable travel document valid for not less than 6 months. The UK Foreign Office says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive and at least one blank page for entry stamps. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (entryRequirements.vaccinations.yellow-fever) changed: from ~~A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says that if you're coming from a country listed as a transmission risk, you must have a certificate to prove you've had a yellow fever vaccination. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (entryRequirements.travelInsurance) changed: from ~~No official source we could read states a travel insurance requirement for Rwanda. The UK Foreign Office advises having travel insurance that covers local treatment and unexpected medical evacuation.~~ to No official source we could read states a travel insurance requirement for Rwanda. The UK Foreign Office says to check before you travel that you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (entryRequirements.proofOfFunds) changed: from Visitors who need a visa must have sufficient funds to cover the costs of their stay in Rwanda; evidence may be requested online, at a Rwandan mission or at the entry point. No official source we could read states an amount. to Rwanda's immigration directorate says an applicant must have sufficient funds to cover the costs of their stay in Rwanda, and that evidence may be requested online, at the Rwandan foreign mission or at the entry point. No official source we could read states an amount. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits) changed: from ~~No Rwandan source we could read states a cash declaration threshold. The US State Department lists no currency restrictions on entry to or exit from Rwanda.~~ to No Rwandan source we could read states a cash declaration threshold. The US State Department lists currency restrictions for entry and exit as none. (travel.state.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (entryRequirements.customs.notes.0) changed: from Canada's travel advice says non-biodegradable bags are prohibited in Rwanda and are confiscated if you arrive with them at Kigali airport. The UK Foreign Office adds that vapes and e-cigarettes are banned, including for personal use. to Canada's travel advice says non-biodegradable bags are prohibited in Rwanda and will be confiscated if you arrive with them at the airport in Kigali, and that importing or using electronic cigarettes or vaporizers is illegal. The UK Foreign Office says you must declare drones when you arrive. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (countryFacts.payments) changed: from Canada's travel advice describes Rwanda as a cash-based economy in which electronic payments are becoming more available: credit cards are usually accepted at most hotels and lodges and at most businesses, restaurants and shops in Kigali, but expect to pay other expenses in cash. Some ATMs may not accept foreign cards, and most shops will not accept or exchange US dollar notes printed before 2006. to Canada's travel advice says Rwanda is a cash-based economy in which electronic payments and online banking are becoming more available: credit cards are usually accepted at most hotels and lodges and at most businesses, restaurants and shops in Kigali, but expect to handle other expenses in cash. It says some ATMs may not accept foreign bank cards, and that most shops will not accept or exchange US dollars printed before 2006. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (countryFacts.safety) changed: from The UK government advises against all but essential travel to the parts of Rusizi District within 10 km of the border with the DRC, including the Rwandan islands in Lake Kivu and Kamembe Airport. It says crime levels are relatively low, though burglary, theft, bag-snatching and mugging occur in Kigali; that near the DRC and Burundi borders there is a risk of cross-border attacks; that opening hours at the Gisenyi–Goma and Cyangugu–Bukavu crossings vary; and that Burundi closed its border with Rwanda in January 2024. to The UK Foreign Office advises against all but essential travel to the parts of Rusizi District within 10km of the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo, including the Rwandan islands in Lake Kivu and Kamembe Airport. It says crime levels are relatively low in Rwanda, but there are cases of burglary, theft, bag-snatching and mugging in Kigali, and that opening hours at the Gisenyi-Goma and Cyangugu-Bukavu land border crossings vary. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit) changed: from ~~Canada's travel advice says the rainy seasons run from February to May and from September to December, when seasonal flooding can hamper overland travel.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Rwanda. Canada's travel advice says the rainy season extends from February to May and from September to December, and that seasonal flooding can hamper overland travel. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (visaTypes.tourist-v1.feeNotes) changed: from ~~Paid on arrival, or online in advance through the Irembo portal. Rwanda's immigration directorate says the fee must not exceed USD 50 for a single-entry visa.~~ to Rwanda's immigration directorate says the visa fees must not exceed USD 50 for a single-entry visa, and that those applying online can pay online or on arrival. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (visaTypes.east-africa-tourist-visa.feeNotes) changed: from ~~Joint visa covering Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda. If you get it before travel, your first entry must be into the country through which you applied.~~ to Joint visa for visiting Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda for tourism. Rwanda's immigration directorate says that if you get it before travel, your first entry point must be the country through which you applied. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (visaTypes.voa-fee-waived-30.feeNotes) changed: from ~~Rwanda's immigration directorate waives the visa fee for citizens of African Union, Commonwealth and La Francophonie member states.~~ to Rwanda's immigration directorate says citizens of African Union, Commonwealth and La Francophonie member states are waived visa fees for a visit of 30 days. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Rwanda— free text (visaTypes.voa-free-90.feeNotes) changed: from ~~Granted free of charge on arrival to the nationalities Rwanda's immigration directorate lists.~~ to Granted free of charge on arrival, for 90 days, to the nationalities Rwanda's immigration directorate lists. (migration.gov.rw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— entryRequirements.customs.notes.2 changed: from The UK Foreign Office says drug offences carry severe penalties: on conviction at a Magistrates Court, a fine of up to EC$400,000 or 3 times the street value, whichever is higher, and up to 10 years in prison; High Court sentences start at 15 years. Personal-use cannabis is decriminalised but needs a licence. to The UK government says drug offences carry severe penalties: on conviction at a Magistrates Court, a fine of up to EC$400,000 or 3 times the street value, whichever is higher, and up to 10 years in prison; High Court sentences are a minimum of 15 years. Marijuana for personal use has been decriminalised, but you must have a licence to use it. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— entryRequirements.customs.notes.1 changed: from ~~You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty, according to the UK Foreign Office.~~ to The UK government says you must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— entryRequirements.customs.notes.0 changed: from The UK Foreign Office says it is illegal for anyone, including children, to dress in camouflage clothing, with a fine of EC$250 and 3 months in prison; the Government of Canada adds that carrying items made of camouflage material is also illegal. to The UK government says it is illegal for anyone, including children, to dress in camouflage clothing, with a possible EC$250 fine and 3 months in prison; the Government of Canada says carrying items made of camouflage material is also illegal. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— summary changed: from Nationals of the countries and territories on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' visa-required list need a visa for Saint Kitts and Nevis, applied for online through the Ministry of National Security's e-visa platform; the ministry does not say that every other nationality is exempt. Foreign visitors must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA, USD 17) online before travel, except nationals of the OECS states, who submit the Immigration and Customs (ED) form instead; day-trip cruise passengers and air passengers transiting without leaving the airport need no eTA. to The Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists the countries and territories whose nationals require a visa for Saint Kitts and Nevis; it does not say that every other nationality is exempt, and the eTA platform points visa applicants to the official eVISA platform. The Ministry of National Security's border portal says foreign nationals visiting must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA, USD 17) before travel, while citizens and residents and OECS citizens submit the Immigration and Customs (ED) form instead; day-trip cruise passengers and air passengers transiting without leaving the airport need no eTA. (mofa.gov.kn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— faq.need-visa changed: from Nationals of the countries and territories on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' visa-required list need a visa, applied for online through the Ministry of National Security's e-visa platform. The ministry does not say that all other nationalities are exempt; the UK, Canadian and Italian governments say their citizens need no visa, and Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs says the same for its passport holders. Every foreign visitor must also obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA, USD 17) at knatravelform.kn before travel. to Nationals of the countries and territories on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' visa-required list need a visa; the eTA platform points them to the official eVISA platform. The ministry does not say that all other nationalities are exempt; the UK, Canadian and Italian governments say their citizens need no visa, and Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs says the same for its passport holders. The border portal says the eTA (USD 17) is mandatory for all foreign visitors before travel. (mofa.gov.kn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— faq.how-long-stay changed: from No official source we could read states a general length of stay for visa-exempt visitors. The UK government says British visitors can stay without a visa for up to 6 months and must apply and pay for any extension through the St Kitts and Nevis Immigration Department. to No official source we could read states a general length of stay for visa-exempt visitors; the eTA platform says immigration officials at the port of entry determine the length of stay. The UK government says British visitors can stay without a visa for up to 6 months and must apply and pay for any extension through the St Kitts and Nevis Immigration Department. (knatravelform.kn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— faq.arrival-form changed: from Yes. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says citizens and visitors must complete the online Immigration and Customs (ED) form at knatravelform.kn. Fill it in before you travel, or on arrival on your own device. to It depends on who you are. The Ministry of National Security's border portal says citizens and residents of St Kitts and Nevis and OECS citizens must submit the Immigration and Customs (ED) form, while foreign nationals visiting must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) instead. The UK government's travel advice tells British visitors to complete the immigration form online before travel, or on arrival on their own device. (knatravelform.kn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— faq.china-taiwan changed: from No official source we could read says. Mainland China is not on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' list of the countries and territories whose nationals need a visa, but the ministry does not say that nationalities missing from it are exempt. Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs says Republic of China passport holders can stay up to 90 days for tourism or business. Every foreign visitor must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA, USD 17) at knatravelform.kn before travel. to No official source we could read says. Mainland China is not on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' list of the countries and territories whose nationals require a visa, but the ministry does not say that nationalities missing from it are exempt. Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs says Republic of China passport holders are visa-exempt for tourism or business for up to 90 days. The border portal says the eTA (USD 17) is mandatory for all foreign visitors. (mofa.gov.kn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— faq.yellow-fever changed: from The eTA platform run by the Ministry of National Security says there are currently no vaccination requirements to enter. WHO's list still shows a certificate requirement for arrivals aged 1 and over from yellow fever risk countries. to The eTA platform run by the Ministry of National Security says there are currently no vaccination requirements to enter. WHO's list still shows a certificate requirement for arrivals aged 1 year and over from yellow fever risk countries. (knatravelform.kn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— faq.caricom changed: from No official source we could read states whether Saint Kitts and Nevis requires a visa of CARICOM nationals, or the length of stay it grants them on arrival. The Ministry of National Security's border portal says CARICOM nationals apply for an eTA at knatravelform.kn, while nationals of Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, St Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines submit the Immigration and Customs (ED) form instead and can use their national ID card for it. to No official source we could read states whether Saint Kitts and Nevis requires a visa of CARICOM nationals, or the length of stay it grants them on arrival. The Ministry of National Security's border portal directs CARICOM nationals to apply for an eTA, while citizens and residents and nationals of Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, St Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines submit the Immigration and Customs (ED) form instead; OECS nationals can use their national ID card to submit the form. (knatravelform.kn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— tips.hurricane-season changed: from The hurricane season runs from June to November, according to the UK Foreign Office and the Government of Canada. Canada says even small tropical storms can quickly develop into major hurricanes during this period, and to weigh the risks carefully when planning a trip in that season. to The UK government says the hurricane season runs from June to November, and the Government of Canada says it is from early June to the end of November, that even small tropical storms can quickly develop into major hurricanes during this period, and that you should carefully consider these risks when planning a trip in that season. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— tips.temporary-driving-permit changed: from Canada says traffic drives on the left. The UK Foreign Office says you must have a St Kitts and Nevis driving licence and describes a temporary one from the Inland Revenue Department, valid for 3 months (EC$62.50) or one year (EC$125); the Ministry of National Security's border portal sells a visitor's temporary driver's licence for 3 days (USD 10) or 90 days (USD 24). to Canada says traffic drives on the left. The UK government says you must have a St Kitts and Nevis driving licence and can buy a temporary licence from the Inland Revenue Department, valid for 3 months (EC$62.50) or one year (EC$125). (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— tips.two-islands changed: from ~~St Kitts and Nevis are separate islands; the Government of Canada says ferry services run between them and to Antigua and Barbuda and Montserrat.~~ to The Government of Canada says ferry services are available between Saint Kitts and Nevis, Antigua and Barbuda, and Montserrat. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— entryRequirements.passportValidity changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for at least six months after your planned date of arrival in St Kitts and Nevis and have at least one blank page.~~ to The border portal says eTA applicants need a passport valid for at least six months after the planned date of arrival in St Kitts and Nevis, with at least one blank page. (knatravelform.kn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— entryRequirements.vaccinations.yellow-fever changed: from The Ministry of National Security's eTA platform states there are currently no vaccination requirements to enter Saint Kitts and Nevis. WHO's country list still shows a yellow fever certificate requirement for travellers aged 1 and over arriving from risk countries. to The Ministry of National Security's eTA platform says there are currently no vaccination requirements to enter St Kitts and Nevis. WHO's country list still shows a yellow fever certificate requirement for travellers aged 1 year and over arriving from risk countries. (knatravelform.kn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— entryRequirements.declarations.immigration-customs-form changed: from Citizens and residents of St Kitts and Nevis and nationals of the other OECS states (Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines) submit the online Immigration and Customs (ED) form at knatravelform.kn. Foreign visitors apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation instead, and its application includes health and customs declaration steps. to The Ministry of National Security's border portal says citizens and residents of St Kitts and Nevis and OECS citizens (Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines) must submit the online Immigration and Customs (ED) form, while foreign nationals visiting apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation instead. (knatravelform.kn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits changed: from The border portal's customs questions, in both the Immigration and Customs (ED) form and the eTA application, ask every traveller whether they are carrying currency or monetary instruments worth more than US$10,000 or the equivalent. to No official source we could read states a currency-declaration threshold for St Kitts and Nevis. (travelrequirements.info )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— countryFacts.safety changed: from Canada advises normal security precautions in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Petty crime such as pickpocketing and purse snatching occurs, as does violent crime including armed robbery and sexual assault; avoid isolated areas and unpatrolled beaches after dark, and keep car doors locked when driving. to Canada advises taking normal security precautions in Saint Kitts and Nevis. It says petty crime such as pickpocketing and purse snatching occurs, as does violent crime such as armed robbery and sexual assault, and advises avoiding isolated areas and unpatrolled beaches after dark and keeping car doors locked when driving. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit changed: from No official seasonal guidance. The UK Foreign Office and the Government of Canada say the hurricane season runs from June to November, when even small tropical storms can quickly develop into major hurricanes. to No official source we could read gives seasonal guidance. The UK government says the hurricane season runs from June to November, and the Government of Canada says it is from early June to the end of November, when even small tropical storms can quickly develop into major hurricanes. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Kitts and Nevis— visaTypes.eta.feeNotes changed: from Single-entry fee per traveller, plus payment and other fees; faster processing costs more. Mandatory for foreign visitors, children included; OECS nationals submit the ED form instead, and day-trip cruise passengers and air passengers transiting without leaving the airport are exempt. A traveller who arrives without one can apply on arrival but pays the expedited fee. The FAQ says applications are usually processed within 24 hours, based on the selected processing period. to Single-entry fee per traveller, plus payment and other fees; a faster service costs more. Mandatory for all foreign visitors, children included; citizens, residents and OECS citizens submit the ED form instead, and day-trip cruise passengers and air passengers transiting without leaving the airport need no eTA. A traveller who applies on arrival must pay the expedited processing fee. The FAQ says applications are usually processed within 24 hours, based on the selected processing period. (knatravelform.kn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Lucia— Source — also stated on changed: from ~~(not cited)~~ to https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/st-lucia/safety-and-security (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Lucia— Free text (summary) changed: from Saint Lucia is visa-free for citizens of the EU, UK, US, Canada and China, among others. EU citizens may stay up to 90 days in any 180 under the EU waiver agreement; the UK and Canadian governments say their citizens get up to six weeks, and the UK says to apply to the Immigration Department to extend, and Saint Lucia publishes no figure for other passports; the list marks CARICOM members such as Barbados, Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago as needing no visa and Haiti as needing one. Citizens of other listed countries and territories, including India, need a visa that the Department of External Affairs' list (dated July 2024) gives as issued at the port of entry, and those it marks "prior to arrival" need the visa before they arrive; the list does not say where it is issued. to Saint Lucia's Department of External Affairs visa list marks citizens of the UK, the US, Canada, China and EU member states, among others, as needing no visa. EU citizens may stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period under the EU waiver agreement; the UK and Canadian governments say their citizens can stay up to six weeks, and the UK says to apply to the Immigration Department in Castries to extend. No official source we could read gives the length of stay for other visa-free passports. The list marks Barbados, Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago as needing no visa and Haiti as needing one. Citizens of other listed countries and territories, including India, need a visa the list marks as issued at the port of entry, and those it marks "prior to arrival" need the visa before they arrive; no official source we could read says where that visa is issued. (stluciahcuk.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Lucia— Free text (faq.need-visa) changed: from It depends on your passport. Citizens of the EU, UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and China, among others, enter visa-free, and the list marks CARICOM members such as Barbados, Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago the same way. Citizens of other listed countries and territories, including India, Kenya, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, need a visa that the Department of External Affairs' list (dated July 2024) gives as issued at the port of entry. Nationalities the list marks "prior to arrival" need the visa before they arrive; the list does not say where it is issued. to It depends on your passport. Saint Lucia's visa list marks citizens of the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, China and EU member states, among others, as needing no visa, and marks Barbados, Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago the same way. Citizens of other listed countries and territories, including India, Kenya, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, need a visa the list marks as issued at the port of entry. Nationalities the list marks "prior to arrival" need the visa before they arrive; no official source we could read says where it is issued. (stluciahcuk.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Lucia— Free text (faq.how-long-stay) changed: from It depends on your passport. EU citizens may stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period under the EU–Saint Lucia waiver agreement, and Saint Lucia’s visa list gives Norwegians and Swiss the same. The UK and Canadian governments say their citizens are admitted for up to six weeks. For other visa-free passports Saint Lucia publishes no figure. The UK Foreign Office says that to stay longer you must go to the Immigration Department in Castries. to It depends on your passport. EU citizens may stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period under the EU–Saint Lucia waiver agreement, and Saint Lucia's visa list gives Norwegians and Swiss the same. The UK and Canadian governments say their citizens can stay up to six weeks. For other visa-free passports no official source we could read gives a figure. The UK Foreign Office says that to extend your stay you must go to the Immigration Department in Castries. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Lucia— Free text (faq.arrival-form) changed: from Yes — the online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) form, which replaced the paper immigration and customs card in 2022. Complete it no more than 72 hours before you travel, one per family or group, and show the emailed receipt with your passport at immigration. to Yes — the online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) form, which replaced the handwritten form from 30 November 2022. The portal says to access it no more than 72 hours before travel, submit one form per family or group, and present the receipt emailed after submission on arrival. (govt.lc )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Lucia— Free text (faq.caricom) changed: from Saint Lucia's visa list does not mention CARICOM. It marks citizens of CARICOM members such as Barbados, Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago as needing no visa, and Haitians as needing one. No official source we could read states the length of stay they are granted. to Saint Lucia's visa list does not group countries as CARICOM. It marks citizens of Barbados, Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago as needing no visa, and Haitians as needing one. No official source we could read states the length of stay they are granted. (stluciahcuk.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Lucia— Free text (tips.six-week-stamp) changed: from EU citizens may stay 90 days in any 180 under the EU agreement, but the UK and Canadian governments say their citizens are admitted for up to six weeks. The UK Foreign Office says that to stay longer you must go to the Immigration Department in Castries. to EU citizens may stay 90 days in any 180-day period under the EU agreement, but the UK and Canadian governments say their citizens can stay up to six weeks. The UK Foreign Office says that to extend your stay you must go to the Immigration Department in Castries. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Lucia— Free text (entryRequirements.passportValidity) changed: from No Saint Lucian source we could find states a passport-validity rule. Canada's travel advice says the passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you expect to leave Saint Lucia; the UK's says it must expire after the day you leave. to No official Saint Lucian source we could read states a passport-validity rule. Canada's travel advice says the passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you expect to leave Saint Lucia; the UK's says it must have an expiry date after the day you plan to leave. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Lucia— Free text (entryRequirements.declarations.immigration-customs-form) changed: from All arriving passengers complete the online Immigration and Customs form (the Embarkation/Disembarkation or ED form, which replaced the handwritten card from 30 November 2022): one form per family or group, opened no more than 72 hours before travel. The receipt emailed after submission is shown with your passport on arrival. to Saint Lucia's online Immigration and Customs form (the Embarkation/Disembarkation or ED form) replaced the handwritten form from 30 November 2022. The portal says to access it no more than 72 hours before travel, submit one form per family or group, and present the receipt emailed after submission on arrival; the UK government tells British travellers to fill it in no more than 3 days before they arrive. (govt.lc )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Lucia— Official sentences behind free text changed: from ~~(none)~~ to faq.camouflage, faq.yellow-fever, tips.camouflage-clothing, tips.temporary-driving-permit, entryRequirements.vaccinations.yellow-fever, entryRequirements.travelInsurance, entryRequirements.onwardTicket, entryRequirements.proofOfFunds, entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits, entryRequirements.customs.notes.0, entryRequirements.customs.notes.1, countryFacts.safety, countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit, visaTypes.visitor-visa.feeNotes, visaTypes.business-visa.feeNotes (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— need-visa changed: from Nationals of Afghanistan, Cameroon, China, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Nigeria and Syria must apply to the Ministry of National Security for an entry visa before traveling (EC$200). The UK and US governments' travel advice tells their citizens they need no visa, and Canada's says none is needed for stays of up to 30 days; Türkiye's Foreign Ministry says Turkish ordinary passport holders need one. An agreement between the EU and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines lets citizens of EU countries other than Ireland enter and stay without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. For other nationalities no official page we could read says whether a visa is needed. Entry permits granted on arrival run up to six months for visitors from the UK, the US, the Schengen countries and CARICOM and up to three months for others; OECS nationals get an indefinite stay. to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' Ministry of National Security says persons from Afghanistan, Cameroon, China, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Nigeria and Syria must apply to it for an entry visa, with a non-refundable fee of EC$200. The UK and US governments' travel advice tells their citizens they need no visa, and Canada's says none is required for stays up to 30 days; Türkiye's Foreign Ministry says Turkish ordinary passport holders need one. An agreement between the EU and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines lets citizens of EU Member States other than Ireland stay without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. For other nationalities no official page we could read says whether a visa is needed. The Ministry says entry permits granted on arrival run up to six months for visitors from CARICOM, the UK, the Schengen countries and the US and up to three months for others; OECS nationals get an indefinite stay. (security.gov.vc )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— how-long-stay changed: from The immigration officer grants a visitor's permit on arrival: up to six months for UK, US, Schengen and CARICOM nationals, and up to three months for other nationalities. To stay longer, apply for an extension at the Immigration Head Office in Kingstown or at the Bequia, Mustique, Canouan or Union Island ports; it costs EC$75 cash per month or part of a month. to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' Ministry of National Security says entry permits are granted on arrival by an immigration officer: up to six months for CARICOM, UK, Schengen and US nationals, and up to three months for other countries. To stay longer, you can apply for an extension at the Immigration Head Office in Kingstown or at the Bequia, Mustique, Canouan or Union Island ports; it costs EC$75 cash per month or part of a month. (security.gov.vc )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— yellow-fever-needed changed: from Only if you are coming from a country listed as a yellow fever transmission risk, according to the UK Foreign Office; WHO's country list sets the requirement for travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from such countries. to Only if you are coming from a country listed as a yellow fever transmission risk, according to the UK Foreign Office; WHO's country list says proof of vaccination is required for travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— hurricane-season changed: from ~~Canada's travel advice says the hurricane season runs from early June to the end of November, and that even small tropical storms can quickly become major hurricanes.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the hurricane season is from early June to the end of November, and that during this period even small tropical storms can quickly develop into major hurricanes. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— la-soufriere changed: from Canada's travel advice says La Soufrière is an active volcano whose last significant eruption was in April 2021, and that it has limited police presence around La Soufrière and the north of the island. It advises caution if trekking there. to Canada's travel advice says the La Soufrière volcano on St. Vincent is active and that its last significant eruption was in April 2021. It says there is limited police presence in the northern part of Saint Vincent island, namely Falls of Baleine, La Soufrière and Trinity Falls, and advises caution if trekking there. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— extend-at-immigration changed: from If you want to stay beyond the period stamped in your passport, apply at the Immigration Head Office in Kingstown, or at the Bequia, Mustique, Canouan or Union Island ports. It costs EC$75 cash per month or part of a month, and the UK Foreign Office says it is illegal to stay longer than the period allowed. to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' Ministry of National Security says visitors who wish to stay longer than the period given on arrival can apply for an extension at the Immigration Head Office in Kingstown or at the Bequia, Mustique, Canouan or Union Island ports, at EC$75 cash per month or part of a month. The UK Foreign Office says it is illegal to stay longer than the period allowed. (security.gov.vc )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— ec-dollar-cash changed: from Canada's travel advice says US dollars are widely accepted, and the UK government says taxi fares can often be paid in US dollars. It adds that taxis are not metered and to agree the fare with the driver before you set off. to Canada's travel advice says U.S. dollars are also widely accepted. The UK government says taxis are not metered, that there are set fares for most destinations, to agree the fare in local currency with the driver before you set off, and that you can often pay in US dollars. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— passportValidity changed: from ~~The UK Foreign Office tells British nationals their passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date they arrive. No Vincentian source we could read states a passport-validity rule.~~ to The UK Foreign Office tells British nationals their passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date they arrive; the US State Department says it must be valid at the time of entry. No Vincentian source we could read states a passport-validity rule. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— yellow-fever changed: from The UK Foreign Office says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk. WHO's country list gives the requirement for travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission. to The UK Foreign Office says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk. WHO's country list says proof of vaccination is required for travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— travelInsurance changed: from No official source we could read states a travel-insurance requirement for entry to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Canada's travel advice tells travellers to get insurance that covers medical evacuation and hospital stays. to No official source we could read states a travel-insurance requirement for entry to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Canada's travel advice says to make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— onwardTicket changed: from No official Vincentian source we could read states an onward-ticket requirement. Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask you to show a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. to No official source we could read states an onward-ticket requirement set by Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask you to show a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— proofOfFunds changed: from The Ministry of National Security says the nationalities that must apply for an entry visa must submit a financial statement (applicant and/or sponsor) with the application. No official source we could read states a proof-of-funds requirement or amount for other visitors; Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask for proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' Ministry of National Security says entry visa applications must be submitted with a financial statement (applicant and/or sponsor). No official source we could read states a proof-of-funds requirement or amount for other visitors; Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask for proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. (security.gov.vc )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— 0 changed: from ~~It is illegal for anyone, including children, to wear camouflage clothing (UK government), and Canada says it is illegal for civilians to import camouflage material.~~ to The UK government says it is illegal for anyone, including children, to dress in camouflage clothing, and Canada says it is illegal for civilians to import camouflage material or wear camouflage clothing. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— safety changed: from The UK Foreign Office says most visits are trouble-free, but reports crimes including murder, armed robbery and assault, and an increase in gang-related gun murders, some in populated and public areas. It advises avoiding isolated areas, including beaches, after dark and taking particular care at street and beach parties. Canada's travel advice says the hurricane season runs from early June to the end of November and that the La Soufrière volcano is active, its last significant eruption having been in April 2021. to The UK Foreign Office says most visits are trouble-free, but there have been crimes including murder, armed robbery and assault, and an increase in gang-related murders involving guns, some in populated and public areas. It advises avoiding isolated areas, including beaches, after dark and taking particular care around street and beach parties. Canada's travel advice says the hurricane season is from early June to the end of November and that the La Soufrière volcano is active, its last significant eruption having been in April 2021. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— bestTimeToVisit changed: from ~~Canada's travel advice says the hurricane season runs from early June to the end of November. No official source names a best season.~~ to No official source we could read names a best season. Canada's travel advice says the hurricane season is from early June to the end of November. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saint Vincent and the Grenadines— feeNotes changed: from ~~Non-refundable (US$88); card payment for online applications.~~ to Non-refundable (US$88); payment by debit or credit card for online applications. (security.gov.vc )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— summary changed: from Samoa Immigration says visitors can apply on arrival, using the arrival card, for a 90-day Visitor Permit, provided they hold a passport valid at least 6 months beyond the stay, confirmed onward tickets, visas for their next destination, sufficient funds, and that they must state their accommodation arrangements. The UK government says the permit is free. to Samoa Immigration says visitors to Samoa can apply for a 90-day Visitor Permit on arrival using the arrival card, and must have a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay, confirmed onward tickets, visas for the next country of destination, sufficient funds to support themselves and a confirmed residential contact address. Its border page says foreign nationals who do not hold a valid Temporary Resident Permit or Samoan citizenship will be issued with a free 90-day Visitors Permit upon arrival. (mpmc.gov.ws )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— faq.need-visa changed: from No. Samoa Immigration says visitors can apply on arrival, using the arrival card, for a 90-day Visitor Permit; they need a passport valid at least 6 months beyond the stay, confirmed onward tickets, visas for their next destination, sufficient funds, and must state their accommodation arrangements. The UK government says the permit is free. to Samoa Immigration says foreign nationals who do not hold a valid Temporary Resident Permit or Samoan citizenship will be issued with a free 90-day Visitors Permit upon arrival, applied for using the arrival card. Travellers must have a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay, confirmed onward tickets, visas for the next country of destination, sufficient funds to support themselves and a confirmed residential contact address. (mpmc.gov.ws )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— faq.how-long changed: from The Visitor Permit is issued for up to 90 days. To stay longer, Samoa Immigration says you apply on the temporary residence form, with a copy of an onward ticket, evidence of sufficient funds and details of your accommodation. No current fee is published online. to Samoa Immigration says visitors can apply for a 90-day Visitor Permit on arrival. Visitors in Samoa who wish to stay longer as a visitor use the temporary residence form (MPMC100), with a photocopy of an onward ticket out of Samoa, evidence of sufficient funds to support the extended stay and details of their accommodation arrangements. (mpmc.gov.ws )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— faq.onward-ticket changed: from Yes. Samoa Immigration grants the free visitor permit only if you have a return or onward ticket. You must also state your accommodation arrangements — a hotel or resort, or the village and family name if staying with family or friends. to Yes. Samoa Immigration says the grant of a Visitors permit is subject to its entry requirements, including that the passenger must have a return or onward ticket and state their accommodation arrangements, be it holiday accommodation such as a hotel or resort, or with family or friends (specifically the village and family name). (mpmc.gov.ws )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— faq.vaccinations changed: from The UK government says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk. Samoa's Ministry of Health has no health-related travel restrictions in place. The UK government lists dengue and Zika among the health risks and advises taking precautions against mosquito bites. to The UK government says you must have a certificate to prove you have had a yellow fever vaccination if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk. Samoa's Ministry of Health says it has no active travel advisories or health-related travel restrictions in place at this time. The UK government lists Zika virus and dengue among the health risks and says to take precautions against being bitten by mosquitoes. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— tips.village-etiquette changed: from The UK government's travel advice says local communities expect modest dress in towns and villages; swimwear is fine on the beach or by streams and waterfalls but likely to draw negative attention elsewhere. Canada's advises asking permission before entering a lagoon, as villages may hold customary rights over it, and before photographing people. to The UK government's travel advice says local communities expect you to dress modestly when visiting towns and villages, and that swimwear is acceptable on the beach or by streams and waterfalls but anywhere else is likely to receive negative attention. Canada's advises not taking photos of individuals without explicit permission, and requesting permission before entering a lagoon, as certain villages may hold customary rights over them. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— tips.drive-left changed: from Traffic drives on the left (Canada's travel advice). The UK government tells British drivers they must buy a temporary driving permit, which requires a UK driving licence, which car rental companies will help with and which covers up to 90 days a year; speed limits are 40 km/h in towns and villages and 56 km/h elsewhere, and any accident must be reported to the police within 24 hours. to Canada's travel advice says traffic drives on the left. The UK government tells British drivers they must buy a temporary driving permit, which requires a UK driving licence; car rental companies will help with this, and the permit can be used for up to 90 days a year. It says the speed limit is 40 km/h in towns and villages and 56 km/h outside, and that any accident must be reported to the police within 24 hours. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— tips.cash-outside-apia changed: from ~~Canada's travel advice says ATMs are mostly in and around Apia, with one on Savai'i and none elsewhere.~~ to Canada's travel advice says ATMs are mostly located in and around Apia, with one on Savai'i, and that they remain unavailable throughout the rest of the islands. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— tips.cyclone-season changed: from ~~The UK government's travel advice says the tropical cyclone season normally runs from November to the end of April, and that heavier rainfall inland can cause flooding.~~ to The UK government's travel advice says the tropical cyclone season normally runs from November to the end of April, and that higher rainfall inland can cause flooding. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— entryRequirements.passportValidity changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date you leave Samoa.~~ to Samoa Immigration says the passenger must possess a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months after the intended date of departure from Samoa. (mpmc.gov.ws )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— entryRequirements.vaccinations.yellow-fever changed: from The UK Foreign Office says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk. WHO's country list gives the requirement for travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission, and for travellers who transited for more than 12 hours through an airport of such a country. to The UK government says you must have a certificate to prove you have had a yellow fever vaccination if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk. WHO's country list gives Samoa's requirement as proof of vaccination for travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission, and for travellers who have transited for more than 12 hours through an airport of such a country. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— entryRequirements.vaccinations.measles changed: from ~~Samoa's Ministry of Health has no active travel advisories or health-related travel restrictions in place, and it publishes no measles vaccination requirement for visitors.~~ to Samoa's Ministry of Health says it has no active travel advisories or health-related travel restrictions in place at this time. No official source we could read states a measles vaccination requirement for visitors. (health.gov.ws )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— entryRequirements.travelInsurance changed: from No official source we could read states a travel-insurance requirement for Samoa. The UK Foreign Office says that in a medical emergency evacuation to Australia, New Zealand or Hawaii is likely to be the only option for treatment, and advises adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds. to No official source we could read states a travel-insurance requirement for Samoa. The UK government says that if you have a medical emergency, evacuation to Australia, New Zealand or Hawaii is likely to be the only option for treatment, and to make sure you have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad and repatriation. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— entryRequirements.onwardTicket changed: from Samoa Immigration grants the 90-day Visitor Permit only to travellers with confirmed onward or return tickets, a passport valid at least 6 months beyond the intended stay, and visas for their next country of destination. to Samoa Immigration says the grant of a Visitors permit is subject to its entry requirements, including that the passenger must have a return or onward ticket, a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months after the intended date of departure from Samoa, and a valid visa or permit for entry into the country they will travel to from Samoa. (mpmc.gov.ws )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds changed: from No fixed amount is published, but the visitor permit is granted only if you have documented evidence of sufficient funds to support yourself — typically a copy of a bank statement — and can state where you are staying. to Samoa Immigration says the passenger must have documented evidence of sufficient funds for self-support (typically a copy of a bank statement) and state their accommodation arrangements. No official source we could read states an amount. (mpmc.gov.ws )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits changed: from ~~Cash or travellers cheques worth WST 20,000 or more must be declared on arrival; you receive a certified declaration showing you brought it in.~~ to The UK government says to declare cash or travellers cheques if the value is 20,000 tala or more, and that you will get a certified declaration to show you brought it with you. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— countryFacts.safety changed: from The UK FCDO says the level of serious crime is low and petty theft is uncommon and opportunistic. It says tides can produce powerful currents in lagoons and waves break directly onto reefs, so take local advice before swimming or surfing, and that stray dogs are common in Apia and many villages. to The UK government says the level of serious crime is low and incidents of petty theft are uncommon and opportunistic. It says Samoa's tides can produce powerful currents in ocean lagoons and many waves break directly onto reefs, advises taking local advice before swimming or surfing, and says stray dogs are common in Apia and in many villages. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Samoa— visaTypes.business-permit.feeNotes changed: from ~~Issued free at the border using the arrival card.~~ to The UK government says border officials will issue a free visitor permit or business visitor permit using your arrival card. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— summary — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from San Marino's Foreign Ministry says that reaching San Marino means crossing the Schengen Area, so visitors from outside it must hold the authorisations to enter and transit the Schengen Area before they leave, and should contact the embassies or consulates of Schengen states where they normally live for information. The UK says you do not pass through border controls to enter San Marino, and San Marino's Foreign Ministry says stays of more than 30 days require a permit of stay or residence. to San Marino's Foreign Ministry says that reaching San Marino means crossing the Schengen Area, so visitors from states outside it must hold the authorisations needed to enter and transit the Schengen Area before they leave, and should contact the embassies or consulates of Schengen states where they normally live for information. It says a stay of more than 30 days requires a permit of stay or residence. The UK government tells British citizens they do not need to pass through border controls to enter San Marino, but must have a passport containing a valid entry stamp from a Schengen area country. (esteri.sm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— faq.need-visa — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from San Marino's Foreign Ministry says that reaching San Marino means crossing the Schengen Area, so visitors from outside it must hold the authorisations to enter and transit the Schengen Area before they leave, and should contact the embassies or consulates of Schengen states where they normally live for information. The UK says you do not pass through border controls to enter San Marino but need a valid Schengen entry stamp in your passport. to San Marino's Foreign Ministry says that reaching San Marino means crossing the Schengen Area, so visitors from states outside it must hold the authorisations needed to enter and transit the Schengen Area before they leave, and should contact the embassies or consulates of Schengen states where they normally live for information. The UK government tells British citizens they do not need to pass through border controls to enter San Marino, but must have a passport containing a valid entry stamp from a Schengen area country. (esteri.sm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— faq.single-entry — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from No official source we could read addresses single-entry Schengen visas and San Marino. The UK says you do not need to pass through border controls to enter San Marino, but your passport must contain a valid entry stamp from a Schengen area country. to No official source we could read addresses single-entry Schengen visas and San Marino. The UK government tells British citizens they do not need to pass through border controls to enter San Marino, but must have a passport containing a valid entry stamp from a Schengen area country. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— faq.how-long — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from The UK says visa-free travellers can stay in the Schengen Area and San Marino for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. San Marino's Foreign Ministry says that to stay more than 30 days you must go to the Gendarmeria's Foreigners Office (Ufficio Stranieri) within those 30 days and apply for a permit of stay. to San Marino's Foreign Ministry says a stay of more than 30 days requires a permit of stay or residence, and that anyone intending to stay longer than 30 days must, within that time, go to the Gendarmeria's Foreigners Office (Ufficio Stranieri) to apply for a permit of stay. The UK government tells British citizens they can travel without a visa to the Schengen area and San Marino for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. (esteri.sm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— tips.no-border-checks — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from ~~You have to travel through Italy to reach San Marino. The UK FCDO says there are no border controls to pass on entry, but your passport must carry a valid entry stamp from a Schengen country.~~ to The UK government says you will need to travel through Italy to enter San Marino, and tells British citizens they do not need to pass through border controls to enter San Marino, but must have a passport containing a valid entry stamp from a Schengen area country. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)