Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 7, 2026Bolivia— Entry rule changed: from ~~visa on arrival; stay 30 days, extendable 60~~ to unconfirmed (no official information) (migracion.gob.bo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Bolivia— Hong Kong SAR passport changed: from ~~visa on arrival; 30 days, extendable 60; cited to the Migration Directorate front page~~ to visa on arrival; 30 days; extension not stated; cited to Hong Kong Immigration Department list (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Bolivia— Chinese passport changed: from ~~visa on arrival; 30 days, extendable 60; cited to the Migration Directorate front page~~ to visa on arrival; stay not stated; cited to China MFA consular page (cs.mfa.gov.cn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Bolivia— Group 2 prose changed: from ~~Group 2 pays for a tourist visa, obtainable on arrival or at a consulate~~ to The Directorate page on the Group 2 tourist visa is no longer online; China and Hong Kong say their passport holders can get a visa on arrival (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Botswana— Tourist visa (embassy): validity, stay, entries, extension changed: from ~~valid 90 days; stay 30 days; single entry; extendable 30 days~~ to not published (processing 7-14 working days kept) (gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Bulgaria— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Bulgaria— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required; the application fee is EUR 90. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required; the application fee is EUR 90. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Cameroon— Number of entries changed: from ~~single (short stay, transit); multiple (long stay)~~ to not published (evisacam.cm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Croatia— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Croatia— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Croatian embassy or visa center serving your place of residence; the standard fee is €90. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Croatian embassy or visa center serving your place of residence; the standard fee is €90. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Czechia— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Czechia— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from A Schengen short-stay visa is required, at the standard €90 fee. The Czech Foreign Ministry says Czechia restricts visa services for Russian citizens in response to the aggression against Ukraine, and since 3 July 2024 recognizes only biometric Russian passports (children under 15 excepted). [visa type: ['schengen-c']] to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, at the standard €90 fee. The Czech Foreign Ministry says Czechia restricts visa services for Russian citizens in response to the aggression against Ukraine, and since 3 July 2024 recognizes only biometric Russian passports (children under 15 excepted). The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Denmark— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Denmark— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; the standard €90 fee applies. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; the standard €90 fee applies. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Djibouti— Short-stay eVisa (up to 14 days): processing time changed: from ~~{"minDays": 1, "maxDays": 3, "unit": "business-days"}~~ to {"minDays": 0, "maxDays": 3, "unit": "business-days"} (evisa.gouv.dj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Djibouti— Standard eVisa (15–90 days): processing time changed: from ~~{"minDays": 1, "maxDays": 5, "unit": "business-days"}~~ to {"minDays": 0, "maxDays": 3, "unit": "business-days"} (evisa.gouv.dj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Estonia— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Estonia— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from A Schengen visa is required, and Estonia's government has restricted temporary entry, since 19 September 2022, for Russian citizens holding a short-term Schengen visa. Estonia also does not accept visa applications from Russian citizens except narrow groups, such as family members of Estonian citizens and residents, EU citizens' family members, people in international transport and humanitarian cases. [visa type: ['schengen-c']] to A Schengen visa is required, and Estonia's government has restricted temporary entry, since 19 September 2022, for Russian citizens holding a short-term Schengen visa. Estonia also does not accept visa applications from Russian citizens except narrow groups, such as family members of Estonian citizens and residents, EU citizens' family members, people in international transport and humanitarian cases. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Finland— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Finland— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from A Schengen visa is required (€90). The Finnish Border Guard says Finland restricts the non-essential travel of Russian citizens to Finland and to the Schengen Area via Finland; listed groups such as family members, work-visa holders, business travellers, students and patients are exempt, and entry is decided case by case at the border check. All land border crossings with Russia are closed. [visa type: ['schengen-c']] to A Schengen visa is required (€90). The Finnish Border Guard says Finland restricts the non-essential travel of Russian citizens to Finland and to the Schengen Area via Finland; listed groups such as family members, work-visa holders, business travellers, students and patients are exempt, and entry is decided case by case at the border check. All land border crossings with Russia are closed. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026France— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026France— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required (€90), applied for via France-Visas and the French consular authorities in the country where you live. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required (€90), applied for via France-Visas and the French consular authorities in the country where you live. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Germany— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Germany— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required (€90), applied for at the German mission or visa centre serving your place of residence. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required (€90), applied for at the German mission or visa centre serving your place of residence. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Greece— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Greece— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Greek consulate or visa center serving your place of residence. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Greek consulate or visa center serving your place of residence. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Honduras— Entry rule changed: from ~~visa-free, 90 days (CA-4 Annex I category A)~~ to unconfirmed (no official information) (sre.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Honduras— Entry rule (Venezuela) changed: from ~~embassy visa, consulted visa (CA-4 Annex I category C)~~ to unconfirmed (no official information) (sre.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Hungary— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Hungary— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Iceland— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Iran— UK passports: visa route and fee via the Interests Section in Washington changed: from Iran's MFA visa portal says some types of visa for the citizens of some countries can be applied for only in person through an Iranian embassy, without naming the countries. The UK Foreign Office says the Iranian Embassy has told it that, to get a visa with a British passport, you must either apply as part of an organised tour or have a sponsor in Iran; check with the Iranian Embassy in the UK. [visa types: ['embassy-guided']] to Iran's MFA visa portal says some types of visa for the citizens of some countries can be applied for only in person through an Iranian embassy, without naming the countries. The UK Foreign Office says the Iranian Embassy has told it that, to get a visa with a British passport, you must either apply as part of an organised tour or have a sponsor in Iran; check with the Iranian Embassy in the UK. Iran's Interests Section in Washington also says UK citizens must apply only through travel agencies or their host in Iran, and lists a UK tourist-visa fee of USD 200 (USD 300 expedited) for applications made there. [visa types: ['tourist-washington-gb', 'embassy-guided']] (daftar.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Iraq— official source URL updated
Oct 7, 2026Italy— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Italy— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Latvia— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Latvia— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from A Schengen visa is required. Under Cabinet Regulation No. 123 (2025, in force until 1 January 2027), Latvian missions accept visa applications from Russian citizens, and Latvia admits them across its external border, only in listed cases: among them holders of a Latvian, EU, EEA or Swiss residence permit or a Schengen long-stay visa, family members of Latvian or EU citizens, transport crews and seafarers, and humanitarian cases. [visa type: ['schengen-c']] to A Schengen visa is required. Under Cabinet Regulation No. 123 (2025, in force until 1 January 2027), Latvian missions accept visa applications from Russian citizens, and Latvia admits them across its external border, only in listed cases: among them holders of a Latvian, EU, EEA or Swiss residence permit or a Schengen long-stay visa, family members of Latvian or EU citizens, transport crews and seafarers, and humanitarian cases. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Liechtenstein— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Lithuania— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Lithuania— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from A Schengen short-stay visa is required (Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, Annex I). Lithuania's Foreign Ministry says that under Law No XIV-1888 its visa authorities abroad have suspended accepting Schengen visa applications from Russian citizens, except where the Ministry mediates the application: for family members of Lithuanian or EU citizens, holders of a certificate of Lithuanian origin or of the right to restore Lithuanian citizenship and their family members, and trips that cannot be postponed, such as a close relative's serious illness or death. [visa type: ['schengen-c']] to A Schengen short-stay visa is required (Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, Annex I). Lithuania's Foreign Ministry says that under Law No XIV-1888 its visa authorities abroad have suspended accepting Schengen visa applications from Russian citizens, except where the Ministry mediates the application: for family members of Lithuanian or EU citizens, holders of a certificate of Lithuanian origin or of the right to restore Lithuanian citizenship and their family members, and trips that cannot be postponed, such as a close relative's serious illness or death. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Lithuania— Belarusian passports: suspension of Schengen visa applications (Law No XIV-1888) changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The UK government says only one border crossing point with Belarus remains open, Medininkai–Kamenny Log, and only by private vehicle.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. Lithuania's Foreign Ministry says that under Law No XIV-1888 its visa authorities abroad have suspended accepting Schengen visa applications from Belarusian citizens, except where the Ministry mediates the application: for family members of Lithuanian or EU citizens, holders of a certificate of Lithuanian origin or of the right to restore Lithuanian citizenship and their family members, and trips that cannot be postponed, such as a close relative's serious illness or death. The UK government says only one border crossing point with Belarus remains open, Medininkai–Kamenny Log, and only by private vehicle. (keliauk.urm.lt )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Lithuania— FAQ: can Russian citizens enter Lithuania changed: from ~~Russian citizens need a Schengen short-stay visa (Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, Annex I). No official source we could read states Lithuania's current entry restrictions for Russian citizens.~~ to Russian citizens need a Schengen short-stay visa (Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, Annex I). Lithuania's Foreign Ministry says that under Law No XIV-1888 its visa authorities abroad have suspended accepting Schengen visa applications from Russian and Belarusian citizens, except where the Ministry mediates the application, for example for family members of Lithuanian or EU citizens or for trips that cannot be postponed. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas. (keliauk.urm.lt )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Luxembourg— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Luxembourg— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Malta— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Malta— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; the standard €90 fee applies. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; the standard €90 fee applies. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Monaco— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Mozambique— Border visa: processing, stay, entries, extension changed: from ~~15-60 minutes; stay 30 days; double entry; not extendable~~ to not published (senami.gov.mz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Mozambique— Border-visa prose changed: from Only in limited cases: a border visa, valid for two entries and 30 days and not extendable, for nationals of countries without a Mozambican mission or on reciprocity / the border visa cannot be extended / If you need a border visa, Canada says... to No official source we could read says so today (SENAMI rules unreadable); extension sentence deleted; tip keeps only Canada's statement on paying visa fees on arrival (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Netherlands— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Netherlands— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Dutch embassy or visa center serving your place of residence. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Dutch embassy or visa center serving your place of residence. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Norway— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Poland— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Poland— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Polish consulate or visa center serving your place of residence. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Polish consulate or visa center serving your place of residence. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Portugal— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Portugal— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required (€90), applied for at the Portuguese consulate or visa centre serving your place of residence. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required (€90), applied for at the Portuguese consulate or visa centre serving your place of residence. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Qatar— Return or onward ticket changed: from {"required": true, "appliesTo": "all", "text": "The US State Department says visitors entering Qatar without a visa need a return or onward ticket. No Qatari source we could read states the rule.", "source": {"url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Qatar.html", "name": "U.S. Department of State — Qatar country information", "type": "government", "lastVerified": "2026-10-04", "archiveUrl": "https://web.archive.org/web/20260606035721/https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Qatar.html", "unverifiable": {"lastAttempt": "2026-10-04", "reason": "blocked", "status": 403}, "lastChanged": "2026-10-04"}} to {"required": true, "appliesTo": "visa-applicants", "text": "Hayya, Qatar's official entry and visa platform, lists a return flight ticket among the requirements for entry into Qatar through Hayya, together with the Hayya e-Visa, a passport valid for at least 3 months from arrival and proof of accommodation. No official source we could read states the rule for visitors entering without a visa.", "source": {"url": "https://hayya.qa/en/faq", "name": "Hayya Portal — FAQ: What are the requirements for entry into the State of Qatar through Hayya? (passport, accommodation, return flight ticket, Hayya e-Visa)", "type": "government", "lastVerified": "2026-10-07", "lastChanged": "2026-10-07"}} (hayya.qa )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Romania— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Romania— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for online via Romania's official eVisa portal. Romania's Foreign Ministry says Russian nationals must submit, with the application, an invitation endorsed by the General Inspectorate for Immigration. [visa type: ['schengen-c']] to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for online via Romania's official eVisa portal. Romania's Foreign Ministry says Russian nationals must submit, with the application, an invitation endorsed by the General Inspectorate for Immigration. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026San Marino— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Slovakia— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Slovakia— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required; the application fee is EUR 90. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required; the application fee is EUR 90. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Slovenia— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Slovenia— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Spain— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Spain— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Spanish consulate or visa center serving your place of residence. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Spanish consulate or visa center serving your place of residence. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Sweden— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Sweden— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Switzerland— Schengen short-stay visa: number of entries and validity changed: from ~~entries multiple, validityDays 180~~ to entries null, validityDays null (not a fixed property of the visa) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Uruguay— Proof of funds changed: from ~~not required~~ to required for visa applicants (proof of economic solvency); no amount published (gub.uy )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Vatican City— Russian passports: Schengen visa now single-entry changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa issued for Italy is required. [visa type: ['schengen-c']]~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa issued for Italy is required. The European Commission says that since 7 November 2025 Russian nationals no longer receive multiple-entry visas and must apply for a new visa for each trip, with exceptions for limited, justified cases such as independent journalists and human rights defenders. [visa type: ['schengen-c-ru']] (ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Botswana— eVisa validity and extension changed: from ~~validity 90, extension {'possible': True, 'days': 30}~~ to not published (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Kenya— Travel insurance changed: from ~~not required (no official source stated it)~~ to required for all travellers: Inbound Travel Health Insurance issued under the IRA (etakenya.go.ke )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Albania— Proof of funds changed: from ~~indicative ALL 5,000/day at the border~~ to adds: tourist e-Visa applicants upload a full 12-month bank statement and proof of employment (e-visa.al )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Albania— e-Visa type C entries changed: from ~~single~~ to not published (issued for one, two or multiple entries) (e-visa.al )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Armenia— e-Visa (21 days) fee changed: from ~~AMD 3,000 (no portal price stated)~~ to AMD 3,000; the e-Visa portal charges USD 8, non-refundable (evisa.mfa.am )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Armenia— e-Visa (120 days) fee changed: from ~~AMD 15,000 (no portal price stated)~~ to AMD 15,000; the e-Visa portal charges USD 39, non-refundable (evisa.mfa.am )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Bolivia— Customs notes changed: from ~~(two notes: Canada's travel advice on cultural-heritage exports and coca leaves)~~ to Added: Bolivia's customs Form 250 says travellers may bring in duty-free used clothing and personal belongings and new articles for personal use worth up to US$1,000, with no more than 3 litres of alcoholic drinks and 400 cigarettes; anything beyond is taxed. The allowance applies only if more than 90 days have passed since the last entry. (anbsw01.aduana.gob.bo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Brunei— E-Arrival Card changed: from ~~before travel (UK FCDO); fee not published~~ to all foreign nationals at sea, air and land posts, before arrival or at the control post; free; one per traveller; transit without immigration exempt (imm.gov.bn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Cambodia— Customs: duty-free allowances changed: from ~~no allowance figures~~ to e-Arrival customs step: 2 L alcohol, 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars, 250 sticks of tobacco, 35 ml perfume; under-18s perfume only; currency over USD 10,000 asked (arrival.gov.kh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Chile— SAG sworn declaration: who and when changed: from ~~every arriving traveler; before or on arrival~~ to every traveller aged over 18, individual, free; covers plant and animal products, goods and cash; online from one day before entry, valid only for the arrival date given (dj.sag.gob.cl )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Chile— SAG sworn declaration: fee changed: from ~~null~~ to 0 CLP (free of charge) (dj.sag.gob.cl )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Chile— SAG sworn declaration: form link changed: from ~~https://www.sag.gob.cl/~~ to https://dj.sag.gob.cl/declaracion-jurada (dj.sag.gob.cl )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Cuba— Tourist card (eVisa) fee changed: from ~~not published~~ to EUR 30 (set per consulate: GBP 29 UK, CAD 32 Canada, USD 50 US, MXN 690 Mexico, CNY 246 China, ARS 51,000 Argentina) (evisacuba.cu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Cuba— D'Viajeros form changed: from ~~within 72 hours before entering; free (UK FCDO)~~ to one form per traveller, children included, every trip; from 72 hours before arrival, passengers asked to complete it 48 hours ahead; fee not published (dviajeros.mitrans.gob.cu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Dominican Republic— e-Ticket: customs part and legal basis changed: from ~~no age rule for the customs part; no laws named~~ to Unique Customs Declaration part required only for adults (18+); Laws 285-04, 115-17, 72-02 and 226-06; Ministry of Public Health also requires it (eticket.migracion.gob.do )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Georgia— e-Visa: number of entries changed: from ~~single~~ to multiple (evisa.gov.ge )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Hong Kong— Indian passports — Pre-arrival Registration changed: from ~~PAR valid 6 months, visits of up to 14 days (no passport-validity or slip rule stated)~~ to Indian passport valid at least six months; same passport for travel; valid notification slip required at boarding and arrival; PAR ends early if the passport expires (gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Hong Kong— Taiwan residents — Pre-arrival Registration changed: from ~~Free online pre-registration, up to 30 days per visit~~ to Re-entry travel document valid at least 6 months when registering and on arrival; notification slip shown at arrival clearance (gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Indonesia— Proof of funds changed: from ~~not required (C1 bank statement mentioned only)~~ to required of visa holders: B1 VOA holders must have sufficient living expenses; C1 applicants a personal bank statement of at least USD 2,000 for the last 3 months (evisa.imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Indonesia— Arrival card changed: from ~~not listed~~ to mandatory All Indonesia arrival card, within 3 days before arrival (evisa.imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Japan— Proof of funds changed: from ~~not required (no official source stated it for visa-exempt visitors)~~ to required of JAPAN eVISA applicants: a document proving the ability to pay for travel expenses (no amount published) (evisa.mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Kazakhstan— Tourist eVisa conditions changed: from ~~US$60, issued on an invitation from the Kazakh side~~ to Also: fees non-refundable; entry and exit only through the Nur-Sultan and Almaty international airports; printed eVisa required at the border and during the stay; not issued to foreigners travelling with children (vmp.gov.kz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Malawi— Blank passport pages changed: from ~~not published~~ to 2 (evisa.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Malawi— eVisa documents changed: from ~~no ticket requirement~~ to no ticket requirement; eVisa asks for a covering letter from the host and from an agent or an accommodation booking (evisa.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Mauritius— Travel insurance changed: from ~~not a condition of entry (UK advice only)~~ to not a condition of entry for ordinary visits; Premium Travel Visa applicants must produce sufficient travel and health insurance (residency.mu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Moldova— Processing time changed: from ~~up to 10 calendar days~~ to up to 10 calendar days, extendable to 20 (evisa.gov.md )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026New Zealand— NZeTA fee changed: from ~~NZD 17 request fee (no web price stated)~~ to NZD 17 in the app, NZD 23 on the web form, plus the NZD 100 IVL (nzeta.immigration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Oman— Visa fee changed: from ~~not published~~ to OMR 5 (evisa.rop.gov.om )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 7, 2026Oman— Visa fee changed: from ~~not published~~ to OMR 20 (evisa.rop.gov.om )(opens in a new tab)