Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026Albania— FAQ: US stay length changed: from ~~Up to one year visa-free. Stays beyond that require a residence permit from the local authorities.~~ to No official source we could read states how long US citizens may stay. The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs' visa-regime table lists them as visa-free. (punetejashtme.gov.al )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Albania— FAQ: Schengen changed: from ~~No — Albania belongs to neither the EU nor the Schengen Area, so days spent in Albania do not count against your 90/180-day Schengen allowance.~~ to No — Albania belongs to neither the EU nor the Schengen Area. (punetejashtme.gov.al )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Albania— FAQ: currency changed: from The Albanian lek (ALL). The Government of Canada says credit cards are accepted in major cities but cash is needed for small purchases and in rural areas, so keep lek on hand. No official source we could read describes paying in euros. to The Albanian lek (ALL). The Government of Canada says credit cards are accepted in major cities but cash is needed for small purchases and in rural areas. No official source we could read describes paying in euros. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Albania— Payments changed: from The Government of Canada says credit cards are accepted in major cities, but cash is needed for small purchases and in rural areas. Australia's Smartraveller adds that ATMs and card facilities are found in larger cities and tourist areas, and that many shops and service providers prefer cash. to The Government of Canada says credit cards are accepted in major cities, but cash is required for small purchases and for purchases over 1,000 lek, and in rural areas. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Albania— Safety changed: from Albania is generally safe for travelers, with little violent crime against tourists. The main things to watch are petty theft in crowded areas, assertive local driving and rough road conditions in the mountains. to The UK Foreign Office says there is crime and violence in some areas but that reports of crime targeting foreigners are rare, and that driving can be very hazardous, with road deaths amongst the highest in Europe. Australia's Smartraveller advises a high degree of caution because of limited healthcare options. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Albania— Passport notes (AD, AG, AR, AU, AT, BS, BB, BE, BA, BR, BN, BG, CA, CL, CO, CR, HR, CY, CZ, DK, DM, SV, EE, FI, FR, GE, DE, GR, GD, GT, HN, HK, HU, IS, IE, IL, IT, JP, KZ, KI, XK, KW, LV, LI, LT, LU, MO, MY, MT, MH, MU, MX, FM, MD, MC, ME, NR, NL, NZ, NI, MK, NO, PW, PA, PY, PE, PL, PT, RO, KN, LC, VC, WS, SM, RS, SC, SG, SK, SI, SB, KR, ES, SE, CH, TW, TL, TO, TT, TR, TV, UA, AE, GB, UY, VA, VE) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period under Albania's waiver list, which broadly follows the EU's Schengen visa-free list plus regional and bilateral agreements.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. (punetejashtme.gov.al )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Albania— Passport notes (CN) changed: from ~~Chinese citizens have entered visa-free under a seasonal waiver covering roughly March to November in recent years. Confirm the current window on e-visa.al before travel.~~ to Visa-free on a national passport, per the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs' visa-regime table. (punetejashtme.gov.al )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Albania— Passport notes (GY) changed: from A short-stay visa is required. Apply online through Albania's e-Visa portal (e-visa.al) or at an Albanian embassy; holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen, UK or US visa may instead enter visa-free for up to 90 days. to A short-stay visa is required. Apply online through Albania's e-Visa portal (e-visa.al) or at an Albanian embassy. The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs' table lists the short-stay visa as free of charge for this passport. Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen, EU, UK or US visa already used in the country that issued it, or of a residence permit from one of those countries, may instead enter visa-free. (punetejashtme.gov.al )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Albania— Passport notes (IN) changed: from Albania has offered short seasonal waivers for Indian tourists in some summers; outside those windows apply for an e-Visa, or enter visa-free with a valid multiple-entry Schengen, UK or US visa. The visa fee for these passport holders is EUR 15 (Council of Ministers Decision No. 329 of 29.05.2024). to A short-stay visa is required. Apply online through Albania's e-Visa portal (e-visa.al) or at an Albanian embassy. The visa fee for these passport holders is EUR 15 (Council of Ministers Decision No. 329 of 29.05.2024). Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen, EU, UK or US visa already used in the country that issued it, or of a residence permit from one of those countries, may instead enter visa-free. (e-visa.al )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Albania— Passport notes (RU) changed: from The summer seasonal waiver previously offered to Russian citizens is no longer in force. Apply for an e-Visa, or enter visa-free with a valid multiple-entry Schengen, UK or US visa. The visa fee for these passport holders is EUR 30 for one entry, EUR 50 for two and EUR 50 for multiple entries (Council of Ministers Decision No. 329 of 29.05.2024). to A short-stay visa is required. Apply online through Albania's e-Visa portal (e-visa.al) or at an Albanian embassy. The visa fee for these passport holders is EUR 30 for one entry, EUR 50 for two and EUR 50 for multiple entries (Council of Ministers Decision No. 329 of 29.05.2024). Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen, EU, UK or US visa already used in the country that issued it, or of a residence permit from one of those countries, may instead enter visa-free. (e-visa.al )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Albania— Passport notes (BY) changed: from A short-stay visa is required. Apply online through Albania's e-Visa portal (e-visa.al) or at an Albanian embassy. The visa fee for these passport holders is EUR 100 for one entry, EUR 100 for two and EUR None for multiple entries (Council of Ministers Decision No. 329 of 29.05.2024). Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen, EU, UK or US visa already used in the country that issued it, or of a residence permit from one of those countries, may instead enter visa-free. to A short-stay visa is required. Apply online through Albania's e-Visa portal (e-visa.al) or at an Albanian embassy. The visa fee for these passport holders is EUR 100 for one entry, EUR 100 for two and EUR 100 for multiple entries (Council of Ministers Decision No. 329 of 29.05.2024). Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen, EU, UK or US visa already used in the country that issued it, or of a residence permit from one of those countries, may instead enter visa-free. (e-visa.al )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Albania— Passport notes (US) changed: from ~~US citizens may enter visa-free and stay for up to one year — Albania's most generous waiver.~~ to Visa-free, per the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs' visa-regime table. (punetejashtme.gov.al )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Notes for visa-required passports changed: from ~~A visa must be obtained in advance from an Algerian consulate — typically requiring an invitation or hotel bookings, travel insurance and a consular fee.~~ to A visa must be obtained in advance from an Algerian diplomatic or consular post; the Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists travel and repatriation insurance among the required documents and, for a tourist visa, an accommodation certificate, a hotel booking or a travel-agency certificate. Tourists on organized far-south Sahara tours may instead use the visa-on-arrival scheme via an accredited agency. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Notes for visa-free passports changed: from ~~Confirm the exact allowance before a long stay.~~ to Visa-free entry for up to 90 days under bilateral agreements. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Passport validity changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months on arrival and have blank pages for the visa and entry stamps.~~ to Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months, according to Algeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (for the visa application) and the UK Foreign Office (from the date you arrive). (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Travel insurance changed: from ~~Travel insurance covering the whole stay is a standard requirement of the Algerian visa application. Carry proof of cover with your travel documents.~~ to Algeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists travel and repatriation insurance among the documents required with a visa application. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Customs note: prescriptions changed: from ~~Carry prescriptions for personal medication.~~ to Canada's travel advice says to carry a copy of your prescriptions and keep medication in its original container. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Safety changed: from ~~Northern cities such as Algiers, Oran and Constantine are generally safe with normal precautions. The UK advises~~ to The UK advises against all travel within 30 km of Algeria's borders with Libya, Mauritania, Mali and Niger and parts of the Tunisian border, and against all but essential travel near the rest of the border with Tunisia — far-south desert tourism is done with accredited agencies, which the visa-on-arrival scheme requires anyway. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Safety changed: from ~~— far-south desert tourism is done with accredited agencies, which the visa-on-arrival scheme requires anyway.~~ to The UK advises against all travel within 30 km of Algeria's borders with Libya, Mauritania, Mali and Niger and parts of the Tunisian border, and against all but essential travel near the rest of the border with Tunisia. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Best time to visit changed: from ~~No official seasonal guidance for visitors.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit. Canada's travel advice says the rainy season runs from November to March and can cause severe flooding, especially in the north, and that wildfires are common in July and August. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Tip: Saharan visa on arrival changed: from Since 2023, tourists joining an organized tour with an accredited Algerian agency can obtain a visa on arrival for the far-southern Sahara (Djanet, Tamanrasset and nearby wilayas). The agency files the request in advance and meets you at the airport. It is not valid for independent travel or for the north of the country. to Algeria's embassy in Brussels says groups of tourists on trips organised by approved travel agencies to the great South can be issued a visa on arrival valid for up to 30 days. The measure applies only to the wilayas of Tamanrasset, Illizi, Tindouf, Adrar, Béchar, Timimoun, Djanet, Bordj Badji Mokhtar, Béni Abbès, In Salah and Touggourt. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Tip: invitation or hotel changed: from For a standard consular visa, Algerian consulates generally require either a certified invitation (certificat d'hébergement) from a host in Algeria or confirmed hotel bookings covering the whole stay. to For a tourist visa, Algeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs asks for an accommodation certificate (certificat d'hébergement), a hotel booking or a travel-agency certificate. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Tip: cash changed: from Plan around cash: Canada's travel advice says cards are rarely accepted outside major hotels. Change money only at banks or official exchange bureaus, keep the receipts — you must show them when you leave — and do not take dinars out of the country. to Canada's travel advice says cards are rarely accepted outside major hotels, that exchanging currency on the black market is illegal, that you must show bank receipts for all exchanges when you leave, and that dinars cannot be taken out of the country. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Tip: border zones changed: from ~~It also says that, by law, police must approve road travel outside city limits in advance.~~ to Australia's Smartraveller advises against all travel within 450 km of the borders with Mali and Niger and within 100 km of the borders with Mauritania, Libya and Tunisia because of terrorism and kidnapping. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— Tip: photography changed: from ~~Do not photograph military sites, government buildings, bridges or security personnel — Canada says photographing sensitive installations is prohibited, and Australia says it is illegal.~~ to Canada's travel advice says photographing sensitive installations, including military sites, government buildings and bridges, is prohibited, and Australia's Smartraveller says photographing sensitive sites, government and military buildings or security personnel is illegal. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— FAQ: Do I need a visa for Algeria? changed: from ~~Almost certainly yes. Algeria exempts~~ to Yes, for most nationalities. Algeria exempts only a short list of mostly Arab and Maghreb nationalities (such as Tunisia, Libya, Mauritania, Mali, Malaysia, Seychelles and Syria; Moroccan passport holders have needed a visa again since 26 September 2024). Everyone else — including all EU, UK, US, Canadian and Australian citizens — must obtain a visa from an Algerian consulate before travel, unless entering under the Saharan tour visa-on-arrival scheme. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— FAQ: Does Algeria have an eVisa? changed: from ~~No. Algeria has no general eVisa; visas are issued by consulates.~~ to Algeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs says foreigners must obtain a visa in advance from diplomatic and consular posts; no official source we could read describes an eVisa. The only on-arrival option is the Saharan tourism scheme for organized tours to the far south. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Algeria— FAQ: Can I get an Algerian visa on arrival? changed: from Only under the Saharan tourism scheme introduced in 2023: if you book a tour of the far-southern desert wilayas (for example Djanet or Tamanrasset) with an accredited Algerian agency, the agency arranges a visa issued on arrival at the airport. It cannot be used for independent travel or for northern Algeria. to Only under the Saharan tourism scheme: Algeria's embassy in Brussels says groups of tourists on trips organised by approved travel agencies to the great South (wilayas such as Djanet or Tamanrasset) can be issued a visa on arrival valid for up to 30 days. It applies only to the listed southern wilayas. (mfa.gov.dz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Andorra— Summary changed: from ~~…no visa regime of its own — every visitor arrives by road…~~ to Andorra requires no visa of any kind and has no airport: it is reached through France or Spain, so Schengen rules decide who can come. EU/EEA citizens and Schengen visa-free nationalities can travel there freely, while travelers who need a Schengen visa must hold a double- or multiple-entry one, because Andorra is outside the Schengen Area. (govern.ad )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Andorra— Passport validity changed: from ~~Schengen rules apply in practice: your passport should be valid…~~ to The UK Foreign Office says you must follow the Schengen passport rules, because you travel through France or Spain: your passport must have been issued less than 10 years before you arrive and be valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen Area. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Andorra— Travel insurance changed: from ~~…that covers your planned activities.~~ to Andorra does not require a visa. Travelers who need a Schengen visa to reach Andorra through France or Spain must hold the travel medical insurance the visa requires (minimum EUR 30,000 cover). The UK government says the EHIC and GHIC are not valid in Andorra and advises taking out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Andorra— Proof of funds changed: from ~~Andorra itself sets no requirement;~~ to No Andorran official source we could read states a funds requirement. France or Spain may apply the standard Schengen means-of-subsistence checks when you enter the area. (govern.ad )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Andorra— Safety changed: from ~~(unattributed FCDO advice) Street crime is rare, though you should still look after your belongings…~~ to The UK Foreign Office says street crime is rare but to look after your belongings, that although Andorra has no recent history of terrorism, attacks cannot be ruled out, and that if you plan to ski you should check the weather and avalanche safety advice before you travel. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Andorra— Driving changed: from ~~…and have not been checked for Andorra yet.~~ to Andorra is a party to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1949 Geneva one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1968 Vienna version. A permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention carries no treaty obligation here. No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, or for how long a foreign license may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Andorra— FAQ: Do I need a visa? changed: from ~~…just drive in…~~ to Andorra's government says the Principality does not require any type of visa. Entry is governed by Schengen rules because you must pass through France or Spain: EU/EEA citizens and Schengen visa-free nationalities (US, UK, Japan and many more) need no visa, and if your passport needs a Schengen visa, the Andorran government says to get a double- or multiple-entry one so you can re-enter France or Spain afterward. (govern.ad )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Andorra— FAQ: Schengen days changed: from ~~If you plan to rely on that, keep evidence of your stay, such as hotel bookings and receipts.~~ to Andorra's government says the Principality is not a member of the Schengen Area, and the Schengen 90-day limit counts stays on the territory of the Schengen states. (govern.ad )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Andorra— FAQ: Single-entry Schengen visa changed: from ~~You would be allowed into Andorra, but your single-entry visa would be used up … leaving you stranded. Only visit with … or a residence permit.~~ to Andorra's government says travellers who need a Schengen visa must apply for a double- or multiple-entry one, and Canada's travel advice says holders of a single-entry visa will face delays and may be refused re-entry when returning to France or Spain. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Andorra— Passport notes (AF,DZ,AO,AM,AZ,BH…) changed: from ~~since driving into Andorra exits the Schengen Area…~~ to Andorra requires no visa, but it is reached through France or Spain: Andorra's government says to apply to a French or Spanish embassy or consulate for a double- or multiple-entry Schengen visa. (govern.ad )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Andorra— Passport notes (AT,BE,BG,HR,CY,CZ…) changed: from ~~with a passport or national ID card~~ to EU/EEA and Swiss citizens need no visa; Andorra is reached through France or Spain. (govern.ad )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— summary changed: from Since a 2023 presidential decree Angola waives visas for tourists from around 100 countries — including the EU, UK, US, China and Japan — for stays of up to 30 days per visit and 90 days per year. Everyone else applies for a pre-approved tourist eVisa collected on arrival, and a yellow fever certificate is required from all travelers. to Since a 2023 presidential decree Angola waives visas for tourists from around 100 countries — including the EU, UK, US, China and Japan — for stays of up to 30 days per entry and 90 days per year. Everyone else applies for a tourist eVisa through the SME portal, and WHO lists a yellow fever certificate as required from all travellers aged 9 months or over. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— DZ/AG/AR/AU/AT/BS… passport notes changed: from Covered by Angola's tourism visa waiver, introduced in 2023 (now around 100 countries) — visa-free for up to 30 days per visit and 90 days per year; carry a return ticket and a yellow fever certificate. to Covered by Angola's tourism visa waiver (Presidential Decree 189/23, now around 100 countries): visa-free for up to 30 days per entry and 90 days per year. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— MZ passport notes changed: from Visa-free for short stays under a bilateral agreement between Angola and Mozambique, which the SME eVisa FAQ lists separately from the 2023 tourism waiver; the FAQ does not state the length of stay. Carry a return ticket and a yellow fever certificate. to Visa-free for short stays under a bilateral agreement between Angola and Mozambique, which the SME eVisa FAQ lists separately from the 2023 tourism waiver; the FAQ does not state the length of stay. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— NA passport notes changed: from Visa-free for short stays under a bilateral agreement between Angola and Namibia, which the SME eVisa FAQ lists separately from the 2023 tourism waiver; the FAQ does not state the length of stay. Carry a return ticket and a yellow fever certificate. to Visa-free for short stays under a bilateral agreement between Angola and Namibia, which the SME eVisa FAQ lists separately from the 2023 tourism waiver; the FAQ does not state the length of stay. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— ST passport notes changed: from Visa-free for short stays under a bilateral agreement between Angola and Sao Tome and Principe, which the SME eVisa FAQ lists separately from the 2023 tourism waiver; the FAQ does not state the length of stay. Carry a return ticket and a yellow fever certificate. to Visa-free for short stays under a bilateral agreement between Angola and Sao Tome and Principe, which the SME eVisa FAQ lists separately from the 2023 tourism waiver; the FAQ does not state the length of stay. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— ZA passport notes changed: from Visa-free for short stays under a bilateral agreement between Angola and South Africa, which the SME eVisa FAQ lists separately from the 2023 tourism waiver; the FAQ does not state the length of stay. Carry a return ticket and a yellow fever certificate. to Visa-free for short stays under a bilateral agreement between Angola and South Africa, which the SME eVisa FAQ lists separately from the 2023 tourism waiver; the FAQ does not state the length of stay. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— ZM passport notes changed: from Visa-free for short stays under a bilateral agreement between Angola and Zambia, which the SME eVisa FAQ lists separately from the 2023 tourism waiver; the FAQ does not state the length of stay. Carry a return ticket and a yellow fever certificate. to Visa-free for short stays under a bilateral agreement between Angola and Zambia, which the SME eVisa FAQ lists separately from the 2023 tourism waiver; the FAQ does not state the length of stay. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— entryRequirements.passportValidity.text changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Angola, with at least two blank pages.~~ to The SME eVisa requirements ask for a passport valid for at least 6 months; the UK Foreign Office says it must be valid for at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Angola and have at least 2 blank pages. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— entryRequirements.vaccinations[yellow-fever].text changed: from ~~Angola requires a yellow fever vaccination certificate (ICVP) from all travelers aged 9 months and over, whatever your departure point. It is routinely checked on arrival in Luanda.~~ to WHO lists Angola as requiring proof of yellow fever vaccination (ICVP) from all travellers aged 9 months or over, whatever their departure point. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— entryRequirements.vaccinations[malaria].text changed: from ~~Malaria is present year-round throughout Angola, including Luanda. Antimalarial tablets, repellent and bed nets are strongly recommended — talk to a travel clinic before your trip.~~ to The US CDC recommends that travellers to Angola take prescription medicine to prevent malaria, and WHO says malaria risk exists throughout the year in the entire country. (wwwnc.cdc.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~eVisa applicants must upload a round-trip flight booking and an accommodation booking in Angola. Visa-free visitors may also be asked by officials at the border to show a return or onward ticket.~~ to eVisa applicants must upload a round-trip flight booking and an accommodation booking in Angola. No official source we could read states a ticket requirement for visa-exempt visitors. (evisa.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits.text changed: from Non-residents must declare foreign cash or travellers cheques worth USD 5,000 or more on arrival (USD 10,000 for residents) and keep the certified declaration. You cannot take out more than USD 5,000 in foreign currency (USD 10,000 for residents), plus up to AOA 50,000 in kwanzas. to The UK Foreign Office says non-residents must declare foreign cash or travellers cheques worth USD 5,000 or more (USD 10,000 for residents) and keep the certified declaration, that you cannot take out more than USD 5,000 (USD 10,000 for residents), and that up to 50,000 kwanzas in cash may be taken out in addition. The Government of Canada says kwanzas cannot be taken out of the country. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— countryFacts.payments.text changed: from Canada's travel advice says credit cards are accepted at only a few of Luanda's largest hotels and restaurants, VISA most often, and that ATMs dispense only kwanzas and often malfunction or run out of cash. Dollars can be changed for kwanzas at the few exchange bureaus in Luanda or at local banks. to Canada's travel advice says credit cards are accepted at only a few of Luanda's largest hotels and restaurants, VISA most often, that ATMs dispense only kwanzas and often malfunction or run out of cash, and that dollars can be changed for kwanzas at the few exchange bureaus in Luanda or at local banks. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Luanda has a high level of crime, some of it violent: avoid walking around, especially alone or after dark, and keep valuables out of sight in traffic. Roads outside the main cities can be poor, and the UK advises against all but essential travel to Cabinda Province, except Cabinda city, because separatist groups have attacked foreigners and there is a risk of kidnap. to The UK Foreign Office says there is a high level of crime in Luanda, some of it violent, and advises not walking around Luanda, especially alone or after dark. It says roads outside Luanda and the provincial capitals are often in poor condition, and advises against all but essential travel to Cabinda Province, except Cabinda city, because separatist groups have carried out targeted attacks on for… (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— tips[visa-free-conditions].text changed: from Visa-free entry under the 2023 decree is for tourism only — 30 days per visit and 90 days per year. Border officials may ask for a return or onward ticket, and everyone needs a yellow fever card, so keep both to hand. to Visa-free entry under Presidential Decree 189/23 is for tourism: up to 30 days per entry and 90 days per year. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— tips[yellow-fever-always].text changed: from ~~Angola checks yellow fever certificates from every arriving traveler — get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel and carry the ICVP card with your passport.~~ to WHO lists Angola as requiring proof of yellow fever vaccination from all travellers aged 9 months or over, and the SME eVisa application asks for an international vaccination certificate. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— tips[kwanza-rules].text changed: from ~~You can take out no more than AOA 50,000 in kwanza cash — spend or reconvert the rest before departure, and only exchange money at banks or licensed bureaux.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says you can take out up to 50,000 kwanzas in cash; the Government of Canada says kwanzas cannot be taken out of the country, and that involvement in black-market currency conversion could lead to arrest. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— tips[portuguese].text changed: from Canada's travel advice notes that many doctors and medical staff, including in Luanda, speak Portuguese rather than English or French. A few phrases of Portuguese, or a translation app that works offline, will help. to Canada's travel advice notes that many doctors and medical staff, including in Luanda, speak Portuguese rather than English or French. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— faq[need-visa].answer changed: from Around 100 nationalities — including the EU, UK, US, Canada, China, Japan, most of the Americas and much of Africa — have been visa-exempt for tourism since Angola's 2023 decree, for stays of up to 30 days. Everyone else applies for a pre-approved eVisa via the official SME portal or at an embassy. to Around 100 nationalities — including the EU, UK, US, Canada, China and Japan — have been visa-exempt for tourism since Angola's 2023 decree, for stays of up to 30 days per entry and 90 days per year. Everyone else applies for a tourist eVisa via the official SME portal or for a visa at an Angolan embassy or consulate. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— faq[stay-length].answer changed: from Up to 30 days per visit, capped at 90 days per calendar year. For longer stays you need a visa from the SME portal or an Angolan embassy, and tourist visas can generally be extended once for a further 30 days in-country. to Up to 30 days per entry and 90 days per year. The SME says a tourist visa allows a stay of up to 30 days and can be extended once for an equal period. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— faq[yellow-fever].answer changed: from ~~Yes — Angola requires the certificate from all travelers aged 9 months and over, regardless of where you fly from, and it is routinely checked on arrival in Luanda.~~ to Yes — WHO lists Angola as requiring proof of yellow fever vaccination from all travellers aged 9 months or over, regardless of where they fly from. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— faq[evisa-how].answer changed: from You apply online at smevisa.gov.ao and receive a pre-approval letter; SME does not publish a processing time. You board with the letter and the visa itself is stamped on arrival at Luanda or another international entry point; the fee is Kz 36,600, paid in cash at the border. to You apply online through the SME portal. The portal says applications are processed in 72 hours and that, if approved, the entry visa is sent by email and must be presented on arrival in Angola. The SME eVisa FAQ gives the fee as Kz 36,600, paid in cash at the border. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Angola— faq[border-documents].answer changed: from Everyone needs a passport valid 6 months with two blank pages and a yellow fever certificate. eVisa applicants must also show a round-trip booking, accommodation and proof of means, and border officials may ask visa-free visitors for a return or onward ticket too. to The UK Foreign Office says your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after you arrive and have 2 blank pages, and WHO lists a yellow fever certificate as required from all travellers aged 9 months or over. eVisa applicants must also upload a round-trip flight booking, an accommodation booking and proof of financial means. (smevisa.gov.ao )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Argentina— Summary (reciprocity-fee claim not on an official page read) changed: from Argentina grants visa-free entry of up to 90 days to citizens of the US, Canada, the UK, the EU, Australia, Japan and most of the Americas, charges no reciprocity fees any more, and offers an electronic travel authorization (AVE) to some visa-required nationals who hold a valid US visa. to Argentina grants visa-free entry of up to 90 days to citizens of the US, Canada, the UK, the EU, Australia, Japan and most of the Americas, and offers an electronic travel authorization (AVE) to some visa-required nationals who hold a valid US visa. (migraciones.gob.ar )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Argentina— FAQ: US citizens (reciprocity-fee claim removed) changed: from ~~No. US citizens enter Argentina visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. The old reciprocity fee was abolished years ago, so there is nothing to pay before travel.~~ to No. US citizens enter Argentina visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. (migraciones.gob.ar )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Argentina— FAQ: extending a stay ("online or at an office" not on a page read) changed: from ~~Yes. You can request one 90-day extension (prórroga de permanencia) from the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones before your initial stay expires, online or at a Migraciones office.~~ to Yes. Migraciones allows a tourist stay to be extended once for a similar period; request the extension (prórroga de permanencia) from the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones before your initial stay expires. (migraciones.gob.ar )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Argentina— Tip: money (advice now attributed) changed: from Canada's travel advice says ATM withdrawals on foreign bank cards are subject to low per-withdrawal and daily limits and can carry substantial service charges, so check with your bank before you travel. to Canada's travel advice says ATM withdrawals on foreign bank cards are subject to low per-withdrawal and daily limits and can carry substantial service charges, and advises checking with your bank before you travel. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Argentina— Tourist visa fee notes (waiver claim not on the cited page) changed: from ~~Consular fee of 150 US dollars or euros, depending on the consulate, payable in local currency. Some consulates waive it for particular nationalities.~~ to Consular fee of 150 US dollars or euros, depending on the consulate, payable in local currency. (migraciones.gob.ar )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Argentina— Travel insurance (corrected: the law makes the sworn declaration enforceable only once regulated) changed: from Since Decree 366/2025 (29 May 2025), every foreigner seeking admission must present a sworn declaration of the purpose of the visit and that they hold health insurance for their medical needs. Emergency care cannot be refused, but outside emergencies the national state's public hospitals treat non-resident foreigners only on presentation of health insurance or advance payment. No minimum cover … to Decree 366/2025 (29 May 2025) amended the Migration Law so that every foreigner seeking admission must present a sworn declaration of the purpose of the visit and that they hold health insurance for their medical needs; the law says this declaration becomes enforceable once its implementation is regulated. Emergency care cannot be refused, but outside emergencies the national state's public hos… (argentina.gob.ar )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Argentina— Onward ticket ("not a formal requirement" rested on silence) changed: from ~~Not a formal requirement, but Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask you to show a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay.~~ to No official Argentine source we could read states an onward-ticket requirement. Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask you to show a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Argentina— Proof of funds (wording) changed: from ~~No fixed amount is published, but Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask for proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay.~~ to No official source we could read states an amount. Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask for proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Argentina— Passport row notes changed: from Visa-free for tourism up to 90 days; the old reciprocity fee was abolished. One 90-day extension (prórroga) can be requested from Migraciones before the stay… | Visa-free for tourism up to 90 days; the old reciprocity fee was abolished. One 90-day extension (prórroga) can be requested from Migraciones. | Visa-free for tourism up to 90 days under the bilateral agreement; one 90-day extension (prórroga) can be requested from Migraciones. | Visa-free under Mercosur rules — Brazilians can enter with just their national ID card (no passport needed) and stay up to 90 days, extendable. | Visa-free under Mercosur/associate arrangements — nationals can enter with just their national ID card (no passport needed) and stay up to 90 days; one 90-da… | Visa-free for shorter stays under the bilateral arrangement — typically up to 30 days per entry; confirm the current allowance with an Argentine consulate be… to Visa-free for tourism up to 90 days; one 90-day extension (prórroga) can be requested from Migraciones before the stay expires. | Visa-free for up to 90 days; one extension (prórroga) can be requested from Migraciones before the stay expires. | Visa-free for up to 90 days; one 90-day extension (prórroga) can be requested from Migraciones before the stay expires. | Visa-free for tourism: the Migraciones visa-regime table lists no visa requirement for ordinary passports. No official source we could read states the length… (migraciones.gob.ar )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Summary changed: from ~~New Zealanders … receive a Special Category Visa automatically on arrival.~~ to Australia requires almost every visitor to hold some form of authorization before boarding: Europeans apply for the free eVisitor (subclass 651), passport holders from the US, Canada, Japan and other ETA countries use the Australian ETA app (subclass 601, AUD 20 service charge), and everyone else applies online for a Visitor visa (subclass 600). New Zealanders are the exception: they apply for a free Special Category Visa (subclass 444), usually each time they enter, which can be processed on arrival. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— eVisitor fee notes changed: from ~~Completely free. Apply only on the Home Affairs website. Available to passport holders of the EU and several other European countries…~~ to Free. Home Affairs says European passport holders may be eligible; you must apply from outside Australia. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— ETA fee notes changed: from ~~…The only way to apply. …~~ to AUD 20 service charge to use the Australian ETA app, with no other charge; holders of an ETA-eligible passport must apply through the app. Eligible passports include the US, Canada, Japan, South Korea, the UK, Ireland and several others. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Visitor visa fee notes changed: from ~~Home Affairs' processing-time guide … 25% … in 7 days and 90% in 33. Charges are adjusted most years, so check the current amount before applying.~~ to Tourist stream, applied for from outside Australia; from AUD 250 (concessions apply in limited circumstances). Home Affairs may grant a stay of 3, 6 or 12 months. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Working Holiday fee notes changed: from ~~Fee changes most years. Check before applying.~~ to For 18–30 year olds (35 for some countries) from eligible nations. Allows 12 months in Australia with work rights; second and third visas are possible for those who meet the eligibility criteria, including specified work. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Passport validity changed: from ~~Australia sets no minimum validity beyond your stay … Airlines and transit countries may apply stricter rules.~~ to The UK government says your passport must be valid for the length of your planned stay in Australia, and that many countries you transit require at least 6 months' validity. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Yellow fever vaccination changed: from ~~Australia works from its own list of origin countries, which does not match WHO's risk list exactly, so check the current Australian list rather than assuming.~~ to A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers aged one year and over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission, and a transit of more than 12 hours through such a country's airport counts as arriving from it. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Travel insurance changed: from ~~Not an entry requirement … unless your country has a reciprocal healthcare agreement … condition 8501…~~ to Home Affairs says you are liable for all your healthcare costs while in Australia and strongly recommends adequate health insurance. Visitor visa (600) holders granted a visa valid for more than 12 months must also have made adequate arrangements for health insurance. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Proof of funds changed: from ~~No fixed amount is published.~~ to Visitor visa (600) applicants must have enough funds to support their stay and leave Australia; Home Affairs states no amount. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Incoming Passenger Card changed: from ~~Every arriving traveler … declaring all food… currency over AUD 10,000. False declarations carry heavy on-the-spot fines…~~ to Most passengers entering Australia must complete the Incoming Passenger Card, which includes declarations relating to customs and quarantine. The Australian Border Force says non-Australian citizens who refuse to complete it may be penalised and refused immigration clearance, and that providing false information can affect their visa status. (abf.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Currency declaration changed: from ~~There is no limit on the amount — only a reporting duty.~~ to Cash of AUD 10,000 or more (or foreign equivalent) must be reported when you enter or leave Australia. (austrac.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Safety changed: from ~~Check local warnings.~~ to Canada's travel advice says violent crime is low, while petty crime occurs mostly in larger cities and vehicle break-ins are common. The main hazards the Canadian and UK governments describe are natural: rip currents at beaches, remote outback driving, and seasonal bushfires, floods and cyclones. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Driving changed: from ~~…and have not been checked for Australia yet.~~ to Australia is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1968 Vienna one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1949 Geneva version. A permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention carries no treaty obligation here. No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, or for how long a foreign license may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Tip: official application channels changed: from ~~Third-party sites charging more for either are unnecessary middlemen.~~ to Home Affairs says the eVisitor is free and that the ETA's only charge is the AUD 20 service charge for using the official Australian ETA app. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— FAQ: Do US citizens need a visa? changed: from ~~is normally approved within minutes~~ to Yes — an electronic one. US passport holders must apply for the Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) through the official Australian ETA app before travelling. It carries an AUD 20 service charge; Home Affairs says that in most cases it tells you the result immediately. It allows stays of up to 3 months each time you enter during a 12-month period. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— FAQ: Do New Zealanders need a visa? changed: from ~~No application is needed. … automatically when they arrive~~ to New Zealand citizens need the Special Category Visa (subclass 444), which is free and is usually applied for each time they enter Australia; an application made on arrival is processed at the airport or seaport. It lets them visit, study, stay and work in Australia for as long as they remain New Zealand citizens, and ends when they leave. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Passport notes (US,CA,JP,KR,BN,HK…) changed: from ~~usually approved within minutes~~ to Apply for the Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) via the official Australian ETA app — AUD 20 service charge; Home Affairs says it tells most applicants the result immediately. Stays of up to 3 months each time you enter during a 12-month period. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Passport notes (NZ) changed: from ~~granted … automatically on arrival under the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement. No application or fee.~~ to New Zealand citizens apply for a free Special Category Visa (subclass 444), usually each time they enter Australia; an application made on arrival is processed at the airport or seaport. It allows visiting, studying, staying and working in Australia while you remain a New Zealand citizen. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Passport notes (DE,FR,ES,IT,PT,NL…) changed: from ~~never pay a third-party site for it~~ to (advice removed) (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Passport notes (UA,TR,RU,IN,PH,ID…) changed: from ~~Allow several weeks for processing.~~ to Visitor visa (subclass 600) required. Apply online through ImmiAccount before traveling. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Passport notes (PK,NG) changed: from ~~Processing can take months — apply well ahead.~~ to Visitor visa (subclass 600) required. Apply online through ImmiAccount before traveling. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Australia— Passport notes (CN) changed: from ~~Check current availability with Home Affairs.~~ to Visitor visa (subclass 600) required. Apply online through ImmiAccount. Chinese citizens can also apply for the Frequent Traveller stream, which can be granted for up to 10 years (stays of up to 3 months each time) at a higher fee. (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— IE/DE/FR/ES/IT/PT… passport notes changed: from ~~EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa; register if staying over 3 months.~~ to EU citizens can travel to Austria without a visa on a valid passport or national identity card, according to the EU's Your Europe portal. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— CH/IS/LI/NO passport notes changed: from ~~EFTA citizens enjoy free movement equivalent to EU citizens.~~ to No visa needed: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland are members of the Schengen area, like Austria, according to the European Commission. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— UA passport notes changed: from ~~Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. Temporary protection arrangements for those fleeing the war are separate.~~ to Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— RU passport notes changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; fees are higher (€90) and processing is slower.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Austrian embassy or visa center serving your place of residence; the standard fee is €90. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— VU passport notes changed: from ~~The EU suspended Vanuatu’s visa waiver over its citizenship-by-investment scheme; a Schengen short-stay visa is required.~~ to Vanuatu is listed among the nationalities that need a visa in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, as amended; a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— Stay window: source changed: from 90 days in any rolling 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area rather than per country. The day you arrive counts as the first day and the day you leave counts as the last. Leaving and coming back does not reset the allowance: on any given day, days already spent anywhere in the area during the preceding 180 still count against the 90. to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area rather than per country. The day you arrive counts as the first day and the day you leave counts as the last. Leaving and coming back does not reset the allowance: on any given day, days already spent anywhere in the area during the preceding 180 still count against the 90. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— visaTypes[national-d].fee.notes changed: from ~~For stays of 91 days up to 6 months (work assignments, seasonal work, family visits, waiting for a residence title). €97 for children under 6.~~ to Fees Act (Gebührengesetz 1957, Tarifpost 8): €195 for applicants aged 6 and over, €97 for children under 6. (ris.bka.gv.at )(opens in a new tab)