Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 9, 2026San Marino— tips.schengen-clock — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from ~~The UK government says you can travel without a visa to the Schengen Area and San Marino for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, with visits to Schengen countries counting towards the 90 days.~~ to 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, and that visits to Schengen countries in the 180 days before they travel count towards the 90 days. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— entryRequirements.passportValidity — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from The UK says San Marino follows Schengen area rules: your passport must have an expiry date at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen Area and have been issued within the previous 10 years. to The UK government tells British citizens that San Marino follows Schengen area rules: the passport must have a date of issue less than 10 years before the date you arrive, and an expiry date at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— entryRequirements.travelInsurance — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 of coverage. No official source we could read states an insurance requirement for visa-exempt visitors to San Marino. to The EU Visa Code requires applicants for a Schengen visa to prove they hold adequate and valid travel medical insurance, with minimum coverage of EUR 30 000. No official source we could read states an insurance requirement for visa-exempt visitors to San Marino. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— entryRequirements.onwardTicket — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from ~~No San Marino source we could read states an onward-ticket requirement. The Schengen Borders Code's entry conditions apply when you enter the Schengen Area, through which San Marino is reached.~~ to No official source we could read states an onward-ticket requirement for San Marino. San Marino's Foreign Ministry says that reaching San Marino means crossing the Schengen Area; the Schengen Borders Code lists a return or round-trip ticket among the documents that may be used to verify entry conditions there. (esteri.sm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from No San Marino source we could read states a funds requirement. The Schengen Borders Code requires sufficient means of subsistence at the external border of the Schengen Area, through which San Marino is reached. to No official source we could read states a funds requirement for San Marino. San Marino's Foreign Ministry says that reaching San Marino means crossing the Schengen Area; the Schengen Borders Code requires third-country nationals entering it to have sufficient means of subsistence, both for the duration of the intended stay and for the return. (esteri.sm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from EU law requires cash of €10,000 or more to be declared when entering or leaving the EU, which applies at the EU border you cross on the way to San Marino. No San Marino source we read states a separate threshold for the republic itself. to EU law requires anyone carrying cash of EUR 10 000 or more to declare it to the competent authorities of the Member State through which they are entering or leaving the Union. No official source we could read states a threshold for San Marino itself. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— entryRequirements.customs.notes.0 — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from ~~The UK FCDO says the rules about goods you can bring into and take out of San Marino are the same as for Italy, and that you must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.~~ to The UK government says the rules about goods that can be brought into and taken out of San Marino are the same as for Italy, and that you must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— countryFacts.safety — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from ~~The UK FCDO says street crime is very rare, but you should still take precautions to keep your passport and money safe; Canada describes the crime rate as low.~~ to The UK government says street crime is very rare, but you should take precautions to keep your passport and money safe; Canada's travel advice says the crime rate is low. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— countryFacts.driving — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from San Marino 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 San Marino is a party to the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic (UN Treaty Collection). Canada's travel advice tells Canadians they must carry an International Driving Permit. No official source we could read states for how long a foreign licence may be used by visitors. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— visaTypes.schengen-c.feeNotes — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from ~~Standard Schengen visa fee. San Marino's Foreign Ministry says to contact the embassies or consulates of Schengen states where you normally live for information on entering the Schengen Area.~~ to The EU Visa Code sets the visa fee at EUR 90. San Marino's Foreign Ministry says to contact the embassies or consulates of Schengen states where you normally live for information on entering the Schengen Area. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— visaTypes.schengen-c-am.feeNotes — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) 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 Article 6 of the EU–Armenia visa facilitation agreement, which waives the fee for pensioners and children under the age of 12, among other listed categories. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— visaTypes.schengen-c-az.feeNotes — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) 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 Article 6 of the EU–Azerbaijan visa facilitation agreement, which waives the fee for pensioners and children under the age of 12, among other listed categories. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— visaTypes.schengen-c-by.feeNotes — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) 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 Article 6 of the EU–Belarus visa facilitation agreement; EUR 70 where the applicant has asked for a decision within two days of submission and the consulate has accepted; waived for children under the age of 12, among other listed categories. 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, 2026San Marino— visaTypes.schengen-c-cv.feeNotes — rewritten to its official sentences (textQuotes) changed: from Set by the EU–Cabo Verde visa facilitation agreement as amended in 2021 (Article 5) at 75% of the standard €90 fee; children aged 12 to 17 pay half of it, and children under 12 pay nothing, among other listed categories. to Set by Article 5 of the EU–Cabo Verde visa facilitation agreement as amended in 2021, at 75 % of the amount charged under domestic legislation; children who are at least 12 but below 18 are charged 50 % of that fee, and children under 12 pay nothing, among other listed categories. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026San Marino— Schengen short-stay visa types — stay in San Marino changed: from 90 to 30 (esteri.sm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (summary) changed: from São Tomé and Príncipe exempts citizens of the EU, the US, Canada and the Portuguese-speaking CPLP countries from visas under Law 5/2015, and the UK and US governments say their citizens can visit without a visa for up to 15 days, Canada's for stays of less than 15 days. The law also exempts nationals of countries with visa-abolition agreements and of third countries set by decree, but neither list is published, so for other nationalities no official source we could read states the rule; the Migration and Border Service says a visa cannot be obtained at the border by someone living where there is no São Toméan consulate, who needs an entry authorisation (AE) requested through its eVisaST portal and presented on arrival. to São Tomé and Príncipe exempts citizens of the EU, the US, Canada and the member countries of the Portuguese-speaking CPLP from visas under Law 5/2015, and the UK and US governments say their citizens can visit without a visa for up to 15 days, Canada's for stays of less than 15 days. The law also exempts nationals of countries covered by visa-abolition or free-movement agreements, and for up to fifteen days nationals of third countries set by Government decree; no official source we could read lists those countries, so for other nationalities no official source we could read states the rule. The Migration and Border Service says someone living abroad where there is no São Toméan consulate cannot get a visa on arrival at the border and needs an entry authorisation (AE), requested through its eVisaST portal and presented on arrival. (smf.st )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (faq.need-visa) changed: from Citizens of the EU, the US, Canada and the Portuguese-speaking CPLP countries are exempt from visas under Law 5/2015. The UK government says British visitors need no visa for up to 15 days, the US government gives its citizens the same 15 days and Canada's says Canadians need no tourist visa for stays of less than 15 days; the law itself sets no length of stay. The law also exempts nationals of countries with visa-abolition agreements and of third countries set by decree, but neither list is published, so for other nationalities no official source we could read states the rule. The Migration and Border Service (SMF) says someone living where there is no São Toméan consulate cannot get a visa at the border and needs an entry authorisation (AE), requested through its eVisaST portal and presented on arrival. to Citizens of the EU, the US, Canada and the member countries of the Portuguese-speaking CPLP are exempt from visas under Law 5/2015. The UK government says British visitors can visit for tourism without a visa for up to 15 days, the US government says the same 15 days for its citizens and Canada's says Canadians need no tourist visa for stays of less than 15 days. The law also exempts nationals of countries covered by visa-abolition or free-movement agreements, and for up to fifteen days nationals of third countries set by Government decree; no official source we could read lists those countries, so for other nationalities no official source we could read states the rule. The Migration and Border Service (SMF) says someone living abroad where there is no São Toméan consulate cannot get a visa on arrival at the border and needs an entry authorisation (AE), requested through its eVisaST portal and presented on arrival. (smf.st )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (faq.longer-stay) changed: from Ask the Migration and Border Service in São Tomé for an extension: under Law 5/2008 (article 43), visitors admitted without a visa can be given up to 30 days more, renewable once for the same period. to Under Law 5/2008 (articles 42 to 44), a foreigner admitted with or without a visa who wants to stay longer than allowed on entry can have the stay extended; for those admitted without a visa the extension is up to thirty days, extendable for an equal period, and granting it is the exclusive competence of the director of the Migration and Border Service. (smf.st )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (faq.money) changed: from ~~The UK FCDO says credit cards are not widely accepted and ATMs are few; Canada says foreign bank cards cannot be used at ATMs and that banks exchange US dollars, euros and Central African CFA francs.~~ to The US State Department says credit cards are not widely accepted and ATMs mostly accept cards from local banks; Canada says credit cards can only be used at major international hotels, foreign bank cards cannot be used to withdraw money from ATMs, and US dollars, euros and Central African CFA francs are widely accepted for exchange at banks. (travel.state.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (tips.fifteen-day-limit) changed: from The UK and US governments say their citizens can visit without a visa for up to 15 days, and Canada's says for stays of less than 15 days; the exemption law sets no length. For a longer stay, ask the Migration and Border Service for an extension. to The UK and US governments say their citizens can visit without a visa for up to 15 days, and Canada's says for stays of less than 15 days. Under Law 5/2008 a longer stay can be granted as an extension, which is for the director of the Migration and Border Service to grant. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (tips.cash-euros) changed: from ~~The UK FCDO says cards are not widely accepted and ATMs are few, and Canada says foreign bank cards cannot be used to withdraw money from ATMs and that banks exchange US dollars, euros and CFA francs.~~ to The US State Department says credit cards are not widely accepted and ATMs mostly accept cards from local banks, and Canada says foreign bank cards cannot be used to withdraw money from ATMs and that US dollars, euros and CFA francs are widely accepted for exchange at banks. (travel.state.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (tips.malaria) changed: from Canada's travel advice says malaria is a risk in São Tomé and Príncipe and that antimalarial medication is recommended for most travellers — see a health professional before you go and use insect repellent. to The US State Department lists malaria among the diseases prevalent in São Tomé and Príncipe. (travel.state.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (entryRequirements.passportValidity) changed: from eVisa applicants upload a passport valid for at least three months beyond the last day of stay the visa allows. The FCDO tells visa-free British visitors only that the passport must be valid for the whole stay. to eVisa applicants upload a scanned passport valid for three months beyond the last day of stay shown on the visa. The UK government tells British visitors only that the passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. (smf.st )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (entryRequirements.proofOfFunds) changed: from ~~eVisa holders must show proof of means of subsistence of €100 per day at the border.~~ to The eVisa page lists, as additional information at the border, proof of means of subsistence of €100 per day. (smf.st )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (entryRequirements.customs.notes.0) changed: from ~~The UK FCDO says there are severe penalties for all drug offences: pack your luggage yourself and do not carry anything through customs for anyone else.~~ to Canada's travel advice says penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are strict: pack your own luggage, monitor it closely and never transport other people's packages, bags or suitcases. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (countryFacts.safety) changed: from Canada advises taking normal security precautions in São Tomé and Príncipe. It says petty crime such as pickpocketing and bag-snatching occurs, particularly in markets, on beaches and on busy streets near hotels, and that violent crime is rare but does occur. to Canada advises taking normal security precautions in São Tomé and Príncipe. It says petty crime such as pickpocketing and bag snatching occurs, particularly in crowded public areas such as markets, beaches and busy streets near hotels, and that, although rare, violent crime occurs, including armed robberies, burglaries and home invasions. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Free text (countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit) changed: from ~~No official seasonal guidance for visitors. Canada's travel advice says the rainy season runs from September to May, when flooding can make roads impassable.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the rainy season extends from September to May, and that seasonal flooding can hamper overland travel and roads may become impassable. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Official sentences behind free text changed: from ~~(none)~~ to faq.yellow-fever, entryRequirements.vaccinations.yellow-fever, entryRequirements.onwardTicket, visaPolicy.conditionalWaivers.us-visa (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— summary changed: from Saudi Arabia offers eligible nationalities a tourist eVisa, one-year multiple-entry or three-month single-entry, with medical insurance included in the fee and stays of up to 90 consecutive days; Visit Saudi gives the same visa on arrival to eligible travellers, including holders of valid US, UK or Schengen visas. GCC nationals need no visa, and other nationalities apply through Saudi embassies, consulates or Tasheer visa offices; Hajj needs a separate Hajj visa. to Visit Saudi says the tourist eVisa is a multiple-entry visa valid for one year or a single-entry visa valid for three months, each allowing a stay of no more than 90 consecutive days, with medical insurance included in the visa price, and that the visa on arrival is also available to holders of used US, UK or Schengen business or tourist visas. It says GCC nationals do not need a visa, lists an Embassy/Consulate/Tasheer visa for others, and says Hajj needs a specific Hajj visa. (visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— faq.us-need-visa changed: from Yes. US passport holders need a tourist eVisa (applied for at visa.visitsaudi.com) or a visa on arrival at the airport or entry point. Both cost SAR 395 including medical insurance and give a one-year, multiple-entry visa with stays of up to 90 days. to Yes. The United States is on the eVisa terms' list of Permitted Countries whose citizens may apply for the tourist eVisa, and Visit Saudi says eVisa-eligible travellers can also get a visa on arrival at a kiosk or passport control. Visit Saudi gives the price as SAR 395 with medical insurance included, and the visa as multiple-entry for one year or single-entry for three months, with stays of no more than 90 consecutive days. (visa.visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— faq.evisa-cost changed: from SAR 395 (about USD 105), which includes the application fee and the compulsory medical insurance. If you qualify only through a US, UK or Schengen visa or residence permit, the eVisa costs SAR 339.44 and you buy the insurance separately. to Visit Saudi gives SAR 395 (about USD 105.32), with the application fee and medical insurance included. If you qualify only through a GCC residence permit or a US, UK or Schengen visa or residence permit, it lists SAR 339.44 (about USD 90.50), with medical insurance not included. (visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— faq.voa-western-visa changed: from Yes. Holders of a valid US, UK or Schengen tourist or business visa that has been used at least once (with an entry stamp from the issuing country — digital stamps are not accepted), and holders of a UK, US or EU permanent residence permit, are eligible for a visa on arrival whether or not their nationality is on the eVisa list. to Visit Saudi says holders of a US, UK or Schengen business or tourist visa that has been used at least once, with an entry stamp from the issuing country (digital entry stamps are not accepted), and holders of a UK, US or EU permanent residence permit can apply for a visa on arrival at passport control. (visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— faq.umrah-requirements changed: from Yes — tourist eVisa holders may perform Umrah (outside the Hajj season). Hajj requires a separate Hajj visa through the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. The Ministry of Health requires everyone performing Umrah to be vaccinated against meningococcal meningitis (ACYW) at least 10 days before arrival; travellers from the countries the regulations list must show the certificate. to Visit Saudi says the tourist visa can be used to perform Umrah but not during the Hajj season, and that Hajj requires a specific Hajj visa through the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. The Ministry of Health requires everyone intending to perform Umrah to be vaccinated against meningococcal meningitis (serogroup ACYW), at least 10 days before arrival; individuals from the countries its regulations list must provide a certificate. (visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— faq.alcohol-rules changed: from No. The UK FCDO lists alcohol among the items it is illegal to import and advises not bringing any into the country. It is illegal to drink alcohol or be drunk in public, and brewing, possessing or selling alcohol can bring severe penalties, including prison. to No. The UK FCDO lists alcohol among the items it is illegal to import and says not to bring alcohol into Saudi Arabia. It says it is illegal to drink alcohol or be drunk in public, and that you can face severe penalties, including prison, for brewing, possessing or selling alcohol. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— tips.dress-code changed: from The UK FCDO says men and women must wear loose-fitting clothing that covers the elbows and goes below the knees, avoiding profane or political slogans. Female travellers do not have to wear an abaya or cover their hair. to The UK FCDO says men and women must wear loose-fitting clothing that covers the elbow and below the knees, and to avoid clothing with profane slogans or images or with political symbols or slogans. Female travellers do not have to wear an abaya or cover their hair. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— tips.ramadan changed: from During Ramadan the UK FCDO says not to eat, drink, smoke or chew gum in public in the daytime, including in your car, and not to play loud music or dance. Check the opening hours of shops and restaurants. to The UK FCDO says that during Ramadan you should not eat, drink, smoke or chew gum in public in the daytime, including in your car, or play loud music or dance. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— entryRequirements.vaccinations.meningococcal-acwy changed: from The Ministry of Health requires everyone performing Umrah in 2026 to be vaccinated against meningococcal meningitis (serogroups ACYW) at least 10 days before arrival; travellers from the countries the regulations list, mostly in sub-Saharan Africa, must show a certificate. The same rules require polio vaccination of arrivals from listed countries. to Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Health requires everyone intending to perform Umrah in 1447H (2026), from all countries, to be vaccinated against meningococcal meningitis (including serogroup ACYW) at least 10 days before arrival; individuals from the countries listed in its table 1, mostly in Africa, must provide a vaccination certificate. The same regulations require polio vaccination of individuals arriving from listed countries. (moh.gov.sa )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— 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, including those who spent more than 12 hours in transit through such a country's airport. to WHO's country list marks Saudi Arabia as requiring proof of yellow fever vaccination from travellers aged 9 months and over arriving from countries at risk of yellow fever transmission, including travellers who transited more than 12 hours through the airport of such a country. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— entryRequirements.travelInsurance changed: from A health insurance policy is issued with the tourist eVisa and the visa on arrival, and its cost is included in the visa fee. If you qualify only through a US, UK or Schengen visa or residence permit, the eVisa does not include medical insurance and you buy it separately. to Visit Saudi says medical insurance fees are included in the price of the tourist eVisa and the visa on arrival, but not included when you qualify only through a GCC residence permit or a US, UK or Schengen visa or residence permit (price determined by the provider). The UK FCDO says an e-visa includes health insurance up to SAR 100,000. (visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits changed: from Cash, bearer negotiable instruments, gold bars, precious metals, gemstones and jewellery worth SAR 40,000 or more (or the foreign-currency equivalent) must be declared on arrival and departure, online or in the ZATCA app, and then at the declaration office at the port. to ZATCA says a declaration is compulsory for every traveller to or from the Kingdom carrying currency, monetary instruments, gold bullion or precious metals, precious stones or fine jewellery valued at SAR 40,000 or more; it can be filed electronically through the app or website, but for currencies, bearer negotiable instruments or precious metals worth SAR 40,000 the traveller must also visit the declaration office at the port. (zatca.gov.sa )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— entryRequirements.customs.notes.1 (deleted) changed: from The UK FCDO says some prescribed and over-the-counter medicines are controlled substances in Saudi Arabia and may need approval from the Saudi authorities. Carry an official prescription or a doctor’s letter stating the drug, dosage and amount. to (deleted) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— entryRequirements.customs.notes.2 changed: from There is zero tolerance for drug offences: the UK FCDO says possessing even small amounts can bring up to 5 years in prison and a 30,000 riyal fine, and dealing or smuggling can result in a death sentence. to The UK FCDO says there is zero tolerance for drug offences in Saudi Arabia: possessing even small amounts can bring a prison sentence of up to 5 years and a fine of 30,000 Saudi riyals, and drug dealing and smuggling can result in a death sentence. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— countryFacts.safety changed: from Since 13 July 2026 Houthi missiles and drones have targeted cities, airports and energy sites across Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh, Jeddah, Abha and Jizan, the FCDO reports. It advises against all travel within 10 km of the Yemen border and all but essential travel up to 80 km from it, now including Abha and Khamis Mushait. Follow Saudi Civil Defence alerts. The FCDO says the crime rate is low but there is petty crime, and that Islamic law is strictly enforced. to The UK FCDO says that since 13 July the Houthis have launched missiles and drones targeting several locations in Saudi Arabia, with a heightened threat against airports, military bases, ports and energy infrastructure including Abha, Jizan, Najran, Riyadh, Jeddah and Yanbu, and advises following Saudi Civil Defence alerts. It advises against all travel within 10km of the border with Yemen and all but essential travel to Aseer, Riyadh, Najran and Jizan provinces and Taif. It says the crime rate is low but there is petty crime, and that Islamic law is strictly enforced. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit changed: from ~~No official seasonal guidance. The Government of Canada says Saudi Arabia faces extreme heat, especially in the summer between May and October, with temperatures well above 40°C.~~ to No official source we could read names a best time to visit. The Government of Canada says Saudi Arabia faces extreme heat, especially in the summer between May and October, with temperatures well above 40°C. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— countryFacts.driving changed: from Saudi Arabia is a party to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic (UN Treaty Collection). Whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, and for how long a foreign license may be used, are set by national road law and have not been checked for Saudi Arabia yet. to Saudi Arabia is a party to the 1968 Vienna 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, 2026Saudi Arabia— visaTypes.tourist-evisa.feeNotes changed: from Visit Saudi gives SAR 395 as about USD 105.32. The application fee and the medical insurance are included, for the single-entry and the one-year multiple-entry visa alike. If you qualify only through a US, UK or Schengen visa or residence permit, the eVisa costs SAR 339.44 and the medical insurance is bought separately, priced by the provider. to Visit Saudi gives SAR 395 as about USD 105.32, with the application fee and medical insurance included, for the multiple-entry or single-entry visa. If you qualify only through a GCC residence permit or a US, UK or Schengen visa or residence permit, it lists SAR 339.44 (about USD 90.50), with medical insurance not included and priced by the provider. (visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— visaTypes.voa.feeNotes changed: from SAR 395 (about USD 105.32, according to Visit Saudi), applied for at self-service kiosks or at passport control on arrival; the application fee and the medical insurance are included. Available to eVisa-eligible nationalities, to holders of a valid US, UK or Schengen tourist or business visa that has been used at least once (entry stamp from the issuing country), and to UK, US or EU permanent residents. to Visit Saudi gives the visa on arrival price as SAR 395 (about USD 105.32), with the application fee and medical insurance included, applied for at the self-service kiosks or the passport control office on arrival. It says holders of a US, UK or Schengen business or tourist visa used at least once (with an entry stamp from the issuing country) and UK, US or EU permanent residents can also apply for a visa on arrival. (visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— visaTypes.eta.feeNotes changed: from ~~SAR 50 (about USD 13.50), non-refundable. Covers tourism, business, study, medical treatment and Umrah; it cannot be used for work or Hajj.~~ to Visit Saudi lists an application fee of SAR 50 (about USD 13.5), non-refundable. It says the Electronic Travel Authorization covers tourism, business, study, medical treatment and Umrah, and cannot be used for employment or Hajj. (visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— visaTypes.visa-waiver.feeNotes changed: from ~~SAR 150 (about USD 40). Apply on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' unified visa platform from outside Saudi Arabia; approval takes up to 24 hours and arrives by email. Print it and show it on arrival.~~ to Visit Saudi lists the visa waiver price as SAR 150 (about USD 40). It says the electronic visa waiver application is filled out on the MoFA Unified Visa Platform while the visitor is outside the Kingdom, that approval takes up to 24 hours and is sent by email, and to print the approval and present it on arrival. (visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— visaPolicy.conditionalWaivers.us-visa changed: from Holders of a valid US, UK or Schengen tourist or business visa that has been used at least once — it must carry an entry stamp from the issuing country; digital entry stamps are not accepted — and holders of a UK, US or EU permanent residence permit are eligible for the Saudi tourist visa on arrival whatever their nationality. to Visit Saudi says holders of a US, UK or Schengen business or tourist visa that has been used at least once and has an entry stamp from the issuing country (digital entry stamps are not accepted), and holders of a UK, US or EU permanent residence permit, can apply for a visa on arrival. (visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Saudi Arabia— visaPolicy.conditionalWaivers.gcc-residence changed: from GCC residents whose residence permit is valid for at least three months beyond the date of entry are eligible for the Saudi tourist visa whatever their nationality, issued as an eVisa or through an embassy; the Visa Requirements page checks eVisa eligibility. to Visit Saudi says GCC residents can apply for the eVisa with a residency visa from one of the GCC countries valid for at least three months beyond the date of entry, and a passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry. (visitsaudi.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (summary) changed: from Senegal's Foreign Ministry lists the nationalities that need no visa for a stay of under 3 months — among them France, Germany and other EU states, the UK, the US, Canada, India and Japan, and African states including Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Morocco and Nigeria. Ireland's foreign ministry says Irish citizens can enter without a visa for up to 90 days. Nationals of countries not on the list, and holders of refugee travel documents, need a visa. to Senegal's Foreign Ministry lists the nationalities that need no visa for a stay of less than 3 months — among them France, Germany and other European states, the UK, the US, Canada, India and Japan, and African states including Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Morocco and Nigeria. Ireland's foreign ministry says Irish citizens can enter without a visa for up to 90 days. The Foreign Ministry says nationals of countries not on the list, and holders of refugee travel documents, need a visa. (diplomatie.gouv.sn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (faq.need-visa) changed: from Senegal's Foreign Ministry says nationals of the countries on its list — including France, Germany and other EU states, the UK, the US, Canada, India, Japan and a list of African and other states — need no visa for a stay of under 3 months, with a passport valid for at least 6 months. Ireland's foreign ministry says Irish citizens can enter without a visa for up to 90 days. Nationals of countries not on the list need a visa. to Senegal's Foreign Ministry says nationals of the countries on its list — including France, Germany and other European states, the UK, the US, Canada, India, Japan and a list of African and other states — need no visa for a stay of less than 3 months, with a passport or laissez-passer valid for at least 6 months. Ireland's foreign ministry says Irish citizens can enter without a visa for up to 90 days. The Foreign Ministry says nationals of countries not on the list need a visa. (diplomatie.gouv.sn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (faq.how-long-stay) changed: from Senegal's Foreign Ministry says nationals of exempt countries need no visa for a stay of under 3 months. The UK government says that to stay longer than 3 months you must register with the local authorities after you arrive, who issue a Carte d'étranger. to Senegal's Foreign Ministry says nationals of exempt countries need no visa for a stay of less than 3 months. The UK government says that to stay longer than 3 months you must register with local authorities after you arrive, and they will issue you with a Carte d'étranger. (diplomatie.gouv.sn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (faq.yellow-fever) changed: from The UK government says a certificate is required if you arrive from a country listed as a yellow fever transmission risk, including if you only transited through an airport there, that babies aged 9 months and under are exempt, and that some other countries may ask for the certificate on your onward trip because of the yellow fever risk in Senegal. to The UK government says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate if you arrive from a country listed as a transmission risk, including if you transited through the airport of such a country, that babies aged 9 months and under are exempt, and that you may need a certificate for onward travel to some other countries because of the yellow fever risk in Senegal. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (faq.is-it-safe) changed: from The UK government says robbery, burglary and assault — sometimes armed — have become more common in Dakar, including hold-ups at hotels used by foreigners, and that pickpocketing and bag-snatching are increasing. It advises being particularly careful after nightfall and pre-arranging transport from the airport because of bogus taxi drivers. to The UK government says cases of robbery, burglary and assault have become more common in Dakar, in some cases involving weapons, that hotels frequented by foreign nationals have been robbed at gunpoint, and that pickpocketing and bag-snatching are on the increase in Dakar. It advises being particularly careful after nightfall and pre-arranging transport from the airport because of bogus taxi drivers. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (tips.visa-before-travel) changed: from ~~If your nationality is not on the Foreign Ministry's exemption list, you need a visa to enter Senegal.~~ to Senegal's Foreign Ministry says that if your nationality is not on its list, you need a visa to enter Senegal. (diplomatie.gouv.sn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (tips.yellow-card) changed: from ~~The UK government says you need a yellow fever certificate if you arrive from a country listed as a transmission risk, including if you only transited through an airport in one.~~ to The UK government says you must have a yellow fever certificate if you arrive from a country listed as a transmission risk, including if you transited through the airport of such a country. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (tips.casamance) changed: from In the Casamance, the UK warns of decades of low-intensity separatist violence and advises being alert for clashes, particularly near the Gambian and Guinea-Bissau borders, and, when driving, avoiding travel at night and sticking to main roads; it says the risk of clashes is lower in the main tourist areas. to Canada's travel advice says the security situation in Casamance has improved since the peace agreement of February 2025, but that some rebel factions remain active, particularly along the border with the Gambia. If you travel to Casamance, it advises travelling overland only during the daytime, using only main roads, travelling in a convoy and hiring reputable carriers or tour operators. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (tips.mobile-money) changed: from ~~The UK says mobile payment apps such as Orange Money and Wave are widely used across Senegal.~~ to The UK government says mobile payment applications such as Orange Money and Wave are widely used around the country. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (entryRequirements.passportValidity) changed: from ~~Senegal's Foreign Ministry says visa-exempt visitors need a passport or laissez-passer valid for at least 6 months.~~ to Senegal's Foreign Ministry says visa-exempt visitors need a passport or laissez-passer valid for at least 6 months. The UK government says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive. (diplomatie.gouv.sn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (entryRequirements.vaccinations.yellow-fever) changed: from The UK government says a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if you arrive from a country listed as a transmission risk, including if you only transited through an airport in such a country, and that babies aged 9 months and under are exempt. to The UK government says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate if you arrive from a country listed as a transmission risk, including if you transited through the airport of such a country, and that babies aged 9 months and under are exempt. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (entryRequirements.travelInsurance) changed: from No official source we could read states whether travel insurance is required to enter Senegal. The UK Foreign Office advises checking before you travel that you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation. to No official source we could read states whether travel insurance is required to enter Senegal. 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, 2026Senegal— free text (entryRequirements.onwardTicket) changed: from The UK FCDO tells British visitors, who can visit Senegal without a visa for up to 3 months, that they need to show border officials evidence of return or onward travel and proof of their arranged accommodation, and that they may be refused entry without them. to The UK government tells British visitors, who can visit Senegal without a visa for up to 3 months, that they need to show border officials evidence of return or onward travel and proof of their arranged accommodation, and that they may be refused entry without them. Ireland's foreign ministry says Irish citizens entering without a visa must provide evidence of an onward or return ticket. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (entryRequirements.proofOfFunds) changed: from No official source we could read states a proof-of-funds requirement or amount for Senegal. The UK Foreign Office says you need to show border officials evidence of return or onward travel and proof of your arranged accommodation. to No official source we could read states a proof-of-funds amount for Senegal. Ireland's foreign ministry says Irish citizens entering without a visa must provide proof of sufficient funds. (ireland.ie )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits) changed: from Anyone arriving from or leaving for a country outside the West African Monetary Union (UMOA) must declare cash and bearer negotiable instruments worth XOF 5,000,000 or more to customs at the point of entry or exit. to The Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) sets at five million CFA francs the threshold from which anyone entering a West African Monetary Union (UMOA) member state from a third state, or leaving it for a third state, must declare cash and bearer negotiable instruments to customs at the point of entry or exit. (bceao.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (entryRequirements.customs.notes.0) changed: from Canada's travel advice says some items cannot be brought into Senegal without clearance by the Senegalese authorities, including auto parts, computers and computer parts, stereo equipment, tools, and video cameras and players. to Canada's travel advice says some items are subject to strict customs regulations and cannot be brought into Senegal without clearance by Senegalese authorities, including auto parts, computers and computer parts, stereo equipment, tools, and video cameras and players. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (countryFacts.safety) changed: from The UK government says robbery, burglary and assault have become more common in Dakar, sometimes with weapons — hotels used by foreign nationals have been robbed at gunpoint — and that pickpocketing and bag-snatching are increasing. It advises being particularly careful after nightfall, avoiding walking alone, and pre-arranging your airport transfer, as bogus taxi drivers target arrivals. to The UK government says cases of robbery, burglary and assault have become more common in Dakar, in some cases involving weapons, that hotels frequented by foreign nationals have been robbed at gunpoint, and that pickpocketing and bag-snatching are on the increase in Dakar. It advises being particularly careful after nightfall, avoiding walking alone, and pre-arranging transport from the airport, as bogus taxi drivers overcharge arrivals. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit) changed: from ~~Canada's travel advice gives Senegal's rainy season as July to October.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Senegal. Canada's travel advice refers to the rainy season from July to October; the UK government gives it as June to September, when torrential rains can cause floods and landslides that damage roads. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Senegal— free text (entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits) changed: from The Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) sets at five million CFA francs the threshold from which anyone entering a West African Monetary Union (UMOA) member state from a third state, or leaving it for a third state, must declare cash and bearer negotiable instruments to customs at the point of entry or exit. to The Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) sets at 5,000,000 CFA francs the threshold from which anyone entering a West African Monetary Union (UMOA) member state from a third state, or leaving it for a third state, must declare cash and bearer negotiable instruments to customs at the point of entry or exit. (bceao.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (summary) changed: from EU, US, UK and many other passports enter Serbia visa-free for 90 days, and Russia, China, Belarus, the UAE and Bahrain enter visa-free too. Holders of a valid Schengen, EU, UK or US visa, or of a Schengen, EU or US residence permit, can also enter without a Serbian visa. Remaining nationalities apply for a visa at a Serbian embassy or online. to Serbia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs says holders of ordinary passports of, for example, Germany, the US and the UK need no visa for visits of up to 90 days in a 6-month period from the first entry, and that ordinary-passport holders of Russia, China and Belarus need none for visits of up to 30 days, and of the UAE and Bahrain for up to 90 days within 6 months. Under a 2014 Government decision, holders of a valid Schengen, UK, EU member state or US visa, or of a Schengen, EU or US residence permit, can also enter without a Serbian visa. Visa applications are submitted to a Serbian embassy or consulate general abroad or online. (mfa.gov.rs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (faq.need-visa) changed: from Citizens of the EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand enter visa-free for up to 90 days within six months of the first entry, and Serbia also waives visas for Russia, China, Belarus, the UAE and Bahrain (30 days for Russia, China and Belarus; 90 days for the UAE and Bahrain). Nationalities outside the waiver lists apply at a Serbian embassy or consulate, or online. to Serbia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs says holders of ordinary passports of, for example, Germany, the US, the UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand need no visa for visits of up to 90 days in a 6-month period from the first entry; ordinary-passport holders of Russia, China and Belarus need none for visits of up to 30 days, and of the UAE and Bahrain for up to 90 days within 6 months. It says visa applications are submitted to a Serbian embassy or consulate general abroad or online. (mfa.gov.rs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (faq.kosovo-crossing) changed: from Only with a Serbian entry stamp. The UK FCDO says Serbia does not consider the crossing points with Kosovo to be official international border crossings, so to travel from Kosovo to Serbia you need a Serbian entry stamp from Belgrade, Niš or Kraljevo airport or from a land crossing with a neighbouring country; without one you are likely to be refused entry. to Only with a Serbian entry stamp. The UK Foreign Office says the authorities in Serbia do not consider the designated crossing points with Kosovo to be official international border crossing points, and that to travel from Kosovo to Serbia you must have a Serbian entry stamp from Belgrade, Niš or Kraljevo airports or from one of Serbia's land border crossings with its other neighbours; without one you are likely to be refused entry. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (faq.id-card-entry) changed: from Yes. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says citizens of EU countries such as Germany, and citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro and Albania, can travel to Serbia with an ID card. to Serbia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs pages for Germany, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia and Albania say an ID card can also be used to travel to Serbia, and its page for Montenegro says Montenegrin citizens can travel with an ID card or another identity and citizenship document. (mfa.gov.rs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (faq.police-registration) changed: from The UK FCDO says you must register with the local police within 24 hours of arrival, that hotels register you automatically and that failing to register can bring a fine, arrest and a court appearance; Canada says registration is normally arranged by your hotel or host. to The UK Foreign Office says you must register with the local police where you are staying within 24 hours of arrival, that hotel check-in staff will register you automatically, and that if you do not register you could get a fine and face arrest and a court appearance. Canada says registration will normally be arranged by your hotel or host. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (tips.kosovo-entry) changed: from The UK FCDO says that to travel from Kosovo to Serbia you need a Serbian entry stamp from Belgrade, Niš or Kraljevo airport or from a land crossing with a neighbouring country, and that without one you are likely to be refused entry. Canada says not to attempt to enter Serbia directly from Kosovo unless you first travelled into Kosovo from Serbia and obtained a valid Serbian entry stamp, and otherwise to transit via a third country such as Albania, North Macedonia or Montenegro. to The UK Foreign Office says that to travel from Kosovo to Serbia you must have a Serbian entry stamp from Belgrade, Niš or Kraljevo airports or from one of Serbia's land border crossings with its other neighbours, and that without one you are likely to be refused entry. Canada says not to attempt to enter Serbia directly from Kosovo unless you initially travelled into Kosovo from Serbia and obtained a valid Serbian entry stamp, and otherwise to transit via a third country such as Albania, North Macedonia or Montenegro. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (tips.kosovo-stamps) changed: from The UK Foreign Office says it knows of isolated incidents where Serbian authorities have cancelled Kosovo stamps in foreign nationals' passports or refused entry to people with Republic of Kosovo stamps. to The UK Foreign Office says it is aware of isolated incidents where Serbian authorities have cancelled Kosovo stamps in passports of foreign nationals or denied foreign nationals entry to Serbia if they have Republic of Kosovo stamps in their passports. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (tips.registration) changed: from The UK FCDO says you must register with the local police within 24 hours of arrival. Canada says registration is normally arranged by your hotel or host, and that failure to register can result in fines and difficulties when departing. to The UK Foreign Office says you must register with the local police where you are staying within 24 hours of arrival. Canada says registration will normally be arranged by your hotel or host, and that failure to register can result in fines and difficulties when departing. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (tips.cash-exchange) changed: from The UK Foreign Office says to change money only through banks or official exchange offices and not to use street dealers. British banks do not normally exchange dinars, so change unwanted dinars before you leave. to The UK Foreign Office says not to use street dealers and to change money only through banks or official exchange offices, and to exchange any unwanted dinars before you leave Serbia, as British banks do not normally exchange dinars. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (entryRequirements.passportValidity) changed: from Serbia requires a travel document valid at least 90 days after the intended date of departure for visa applications; the UK FCDO tells British passport holders that their passport must have an expiry date at least 90 days after the date they plan to leave Serbia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says citizens of EU countries such as Germany, and citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro and Albania, can also travel with an ID card. to Serbia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists, among general visa requirements, a passport valid at least 90 days after the intended date of departure from Serbia, with at least two consecutive blank pages, issued within the past 10 years. The UK Foreign Office tells British passport holders that their passport must have an expiry date at least 90 days after the date they plan to leave Serbia. The ministry's pages for Germany, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia and Albania say an ID card can also be used. (mfa.gov.rs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (entryRequirements.travelInsurance) changed: from Visa applicants must hold adequate, valid travel medical insurance. For all visitors the Foreign Ministry recommends health insurance for the whole stay covering at least EUR 20,000 of medical costs, and border police may ask for proof of it. to Serbia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists adequate and valid travel medical insurance among the general visa requirements. For all visitors it recommends health insurance for the period of stay covering possible medical costs of not less than 20,000 euros. (mfa.gov.rs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (entryRequirements.onwardTicket) changed: from No official source we could read requires an onward ticket. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says border authorities may ask to see a return flight ticket and a paid hotel booking or proof of a private address, among other documents. to No official source we could read states an onward or return ticket requirement for all visitors to Serbia. (mfa.gov.rs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (entryRequirements.proofOfFunds) changed: from ~~Foreigners must be able to show sufficient funds for their stay: EUR 50 per day, in cash or as a bank statement. Border police may refuse entry to anyone who cannot.~~ to Serbia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists proof of sufficient funds among the general entry requirements: 50 euros per day of stay, proved by the appropriate amount of cash or a bank statement. It says entry shall be denied to a foreigner who does not have sufficient funds for the stay. (mfa.gov.rs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (entryRequirements.declarations.address-registration) changed: from The UK FCDO says you must register with the local police where you are staying within 24 hours of arrival, that hotels register you automatically, and that if you do not register you could be fined, arrested and taken to court. Canada says registration is normally arranged by your hotel or host. to The UK Foreign Office says you must register with the local police where you are staying within 24 hours of arrival, that hotel check-in staff will register you automatically, and that if you do not register you could get a fine and face arrest and a court appearance. Canada says registration will normally be arranged by your hotel or host. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits) changed: from ~~Cash of more than €10,000 (or equivalent) must be declared to customs on entry; without the certified declaration form, the sum above €10,000 risks seizure when you leave.~~ to Serbia's Customs Administration says you may bring in as much foreign currency as you wish, but amounts of more than EUR 10,000 must be declared to customs on the Cash Declaration Form; if you later leave with unspent money over EUR 10,000 without the certified form, you risk seizure of the sum above EUR 10,000. (carina.rs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (entryRequirements.customs.notes.0) changed: from The UK Foreign Office says you must declare personal items of value you are carrying, such as jewellery, cameras and computers; they are exempt from customs duties. Canada adds that you must take them with you when you leave. to The UK Foreign Office says you must declare personal items of value you are carrying, for example jewellery, cameras and computing equipment, and that these are exempt from customs duties. Canada says these items should be intended for your own personal use and you must take them with you when leaving the country. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (entryRequirements.customs.notes.1) changed: from ~~The UK Foreign Office says that if you bring Serbian dinars into the country you must show the receipt from the bank where you bought them, and advises exchanging unwanted dinars before you leave.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says that if you take any Serbian dinars into the country you must show the receipt from the bank where you bought them, and that you should exchange any unwanted dinars before you leave. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (countryFacts.safety) changed: from The UK FCDO says mass gatherings and demonstrations are taking place in Belgrade and other towns and some have turned violent, that pickpockets work in tourist areas, airports and on public transport, and that violent incidents are common around Red Star–Partizan derby matches. Canada advises normal security precautions, and a high degree of caution within 10 km of the border with Kosovo. to Canada's travel advice says to take normal security precautions in Serbia and a high degree of caution within 10km of the border with Kosovo, due to the potential for political tensions, possible civil unrest and the presence of landmines. It says violent demonstrations have taken place across the country, and that petty crime such as pickpocketing occurs, with thieves targeting tourists in crowded public areas such as buses, trains, stations and airports. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (visaPolicy.conditionalWaivers.us-visa) changed: from Holders of a valid Schengen, EU member state, UK or US visa — or a residence permit issued by a Schengen country, an EU member state or the US — can enter Serbia visa-free for up to 90 days in a six-month period, regardless of nationality. The stay cannot exceed the validity of the visa or residence permit you are traveling on, and the rule does not cover emergency travel documents or travel documents issued under international conventions. to Serbia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs says that under a Government decision of 30 October 2014, holders of all types of national passports — other than emergency travel documents and travel documents issued under international conventions — with a valid Schengen, UK, EU member state or US visa, and holders of foreign national passports with a residence permit in the Schengen area, the EU or the US, may enter, transit and stay in Serbia without a visa for up to 90 days during a six-month period, within the validity of the visa or residence permit. (mfa.gov.rs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (faq.schengen) changed: from ~~No — Serbia belongs to neither the EU nor Schengen. The UK FCDO says to make sure border guards stamp your passport when you enter.~~ to (deleted) (mfa.gov.rs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Serbia— free text (tips.visa-run-hub) changed: from ~~Serbia is not part of the Schengen Area.~~ to (deleted) (mfa.gov.rs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Seychelles— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds.amount changed: from ~~null ("No minimum amount is published")~~ to USD 150 per day (ics.gov.sc )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Seychelles— free text (summary) changed: from Seychelles says there are no visa requirements for any traveller visiting Seychelles: a Visitor's Permit of up to three months is issued on arrival to visitors who meet its conditions, and every non-citizen must first obtain the paid Electronic Travel Authorisation online before travelling. to Seychelles' official Travel Authorisation site says there are no visa requirements for any traveller visiting Seychelles. Seychelles Immigration says a Visitor's Permit is issued on arrival, initially for a stay of up to three months, to visitors who meet its criteria, and that all visitors must hold a valid Electronic Travel Authorisation before departing. (seychelles.govtas.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Seychelles— free text (faq.do-i-need-visa) changed: from No — Seychelles says there are no visa requirements for any traveller visiting Seychelles. Visitors receive a Visitor's Permit on arrival for up to three months. Before travel, every visitor must obtain the paid Electronic Travel Authorisation. to No — Seychelles' official Travel Authorisation site says there are no visa requirements for any traveller visiting Seychelles. Seychelles Immigration says a Visitor's Permit is issued on arrival, initially for a stay of up to three months, and that all visitors must hold a valid Electronic Travel Authorisation before departing. (seychelles.govtas.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Seychelles— free text (faq.travel-authorisation) changed: from A digital form that serves as approval for travel to Seychelles, applied for at seychelles.govtas.com or in the official Seychelles e-Border app. Every non-citizen travelling to Seychelles, whatever their age, must have one. The official site lists the fee by processing speed: for adults €10 (standard, 24 hours), €30 (premium, 6 hours) or €70 (expedited, 60 minutes); for children 12 and under €10, €30 and €30; bank charges are not included. It says you may be denied boarding by your airline without one. to The official site says all non-citizens travelling to Seychelles must complete the Travel Authorisation, a digital form that serves as approval for travel, applied for on the official website or in the official Seychelles e-Border app, and that travellers of all ages must comply. It lists the fee by processing speed: for adults €10 (standard, 24 hours), €30 (premium, 6 hours) or €70 (expedited, 60 minutes); for children 12 and under €10, €30 and €30; bank charges are not included. It says that without one you may be denied boarding by your airline. (seychelles.govtas.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Seychelles— free text (faq.how-long-stay) changed: from The Visitor's Permit is initially granted for a stay of up to three months. It can be extended in-country, in stages, up to a maximum of twelve months in total, provided you still have accommodation, funds and an onward ticket. to Seychelles Immigration says the Visitor's Permit is initially granted for a stay of up to three months and can be extended for successive periods of up to three months each, to a maximum total of twelve months, provided you continue to meet its criteria (a return or onward ticket, confirmed accommodation and sufficient funds). (ics.gov.sc )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Seychelles— free text (faq.arrival-documents) changed: from Your approved Travel Authorisation, a confirmed return or onward ticket, confirmed accommodation arrangements, and evidence of sufficient funds for the whole stay. The UK Foreign Office says your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. to Seychelles Immigration says all visitors must hold a valid Electronic Travel Authorisation before departing, and that the Visitor's Permit requires a valid return or onward ticket, confirmed accommodation and sufficient funds for the stay (minimum of US$150 or equivalent per day). It says the passport must be valid for the period of the intended stay until arrival back in the holder's country of origin or residence. (ics.gov.sc )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Seychelles— free text (faq.vaccinations) changed: from A yellow fever certificate is only required of travellers aged 1 to 59 arriving from a country or region where the disease is endemic; a transit of less than 12 hours through an airport there does not count. to The official Travel Authorisation site says you upload a yellow fever vaccination certificate only if you are travelling from a country or region where the disease is endemic, and that you do not need one if you transit through an airport in such a region for less than 12 hours. (seychelles.govtas.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Seychelles— free text (tips.eta-before-boarding) changed: from Complete the paid Travel Authorisation at seychelles.govtas.com before you travel: the official site says you may be denied boarding without one and that arriving without one costs a EUR 30 penalty. Standard processing takes 24 hours. to The official Travel Authorisation site says that without one you may be denied boarding by your airline, that arriving without a pre-approved authorisation costs a penalty fee of 30 EUR at the airport, and that standard processing takes 24 hours. (seychelles.govtas.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 9, 2026Seychelles— free text (tips.book-accommodation) changed: from For stays of one night or more, the Travel Authorisation application asks for your hotel or accommodation booking, or a letter of invitation if you stay with family or friends; the official site says applications using accommodation not on the Tourism Department's list of licensed establishments may be denied. to The official Travel Authorisation site says that for a stay of one night or more you must submit a copy of your hotel or accommodation booking, or a letter of invitation from your host if you stay with family or friends, and that applications made with accommodation not on the Tourism Department's list of authorised establishments may be denied. (seychelles.govtas.com )(opens in a new tab)