Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026Austria— visaTypes[student].fee.notes changed: from Fees Act charge for applying for the "Student" residence permit, a fixed-term residence title; applicants who need a visa also pay €195 for the Visa D they enter on. Courses over 6 months need this permit, collected in Austria after entering on a Visa D; proof of enrollment, funds and insurance required. to Fees Act charge for applying for the "Student" residence permit, a fixed-term residence title; applicants who need a visa also pay €195 for the Visa D they enter on. (ris.bka.gv.at )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— visaTypes[red-white-red].fee.notes changed: from ~~Application fee. Points-based residence and work title for very highly qualified workers, skilled workers in shortage occupations, and other key staff; valid 2 years and tied to one employer.~~ to Application fee, according to migration.gv.at. In the skilled-workers-in-shortage-occupations route, eligibility is assessed on points; the card is generally issued for 24 months and entitles you to work for the employer named in the application. (migration.gv.at )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— entryRequirements.travelInsurance.text changed: from Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000, valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. Visa-exempt visitors are not required to show it but border officers may ask about cover. to Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000, valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. No official source we could read requires insurance of visa-exempt visitors. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— entryRequirements.declarations[ees].text changed: from Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. Registration happens at the border. There is nothing to submit in advance, but allow extra time on your first entry. to Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. Registration happens at the border; there is nothing to submit in advance. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— entryRequirements.declarations[etias].text changed: from Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter the Schengen Area. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Check the official EU site for the current status and apply only there. to Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter the Schengen Area. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— countryFacts.payments.text changed: from Canada's travel advice says credit cards are widely accepted at main hotels, shops and restaurants, but smaller establishments may only accept cash. Australia's Smartraveller likewise says some businesses may only accept cash. to Canada's travel advice says credit cards are widely accepted at main hotels, shops and restaurants, but smaller establishments may only accept cash. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from ~~Austria is a very safe destination with low crime. Watch for pickpockets in crowded Vienna sights and on public transport; in the Alps, weather and avalanche conditions are the main seasonal risks.~~ to The UK government says crime levels are generally low, but there are higher levels of petty crime, particularly pickpocketing, in the big city centres and in city parks after dark. It says avalanches are a risk in some areas and advises taking advice on weather and avalanche conditions before skiing. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit.text changed: from No official source we checked gives seasonal guidance for Austria; the months shown are not an official recommendation. Australia's Smartraveller warns of avalanches, flash floods and mudslides in alpine areas, and says winter tyres are mandatory from 1 November to 15 April in winter conditions. to No official source we checked gives seasonal guidance for Austria; the months shown are not an official recommendation. Canada's travel advice says avalanches can occur in mountainous areas, especially in early and late winter and after heavy snowfalls. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— countryFacts.roadVignette.text changed: from Austrian motorways and expressways may only be used with a valid vignette — either the digital one tied to your number plate or the traditional sticker, which ASFINAG is selling for the last time in 2026. Buy it before you join the motorway. The Alpine section tolls (A9 Gleinalm and Bosruck, A10 Tauern and Katschberg, A11 Karawanken, A13 Brenner, S16 Arlberg) are charged separately on top of the … to Austrian motorways and expressways may only be used with a valid vignette — either the digital one tied to your number plate or the traditional sticker, which ASFINAG is selling for the last time in 2026. The Alpine section tolls (A9 Gleinalm and Bosruck, A10 Tauern and Katschberg, A11 Karawanken, A13 Brenner, S16 Arlberg) are charged separately on top of the vignette. (asfinag.at )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— countryFacts.driving.idp.text changed: from ~~Austria is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic, so it recognizes an International Driving Permit issued under either.~~ to Austria is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic. The UK government says a UK photocard driving licence can be used to drive in Austria if you are aged 18 or over. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from Austria is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic, so it recognizes an International Driving Permit issued under either. 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 Austria yet. to Austria is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic. The UK government says a UK photocard driving licence can be used to drive in Austria if you are aged 18 or over, and that the Austrian authorities do not accept a UK driving licence as official ID. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— tips[90-180-rule].text changed: from ~~The 90-day limit counts across the entire Schengen Area, not just Austria — days spent in Germany or Italy count against the same allowance.~~ to The 90-day limit counts across the entire Schengen Area, not just Austria: the Schengen Borders Code counts stays on the territory of all the Member States together. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— tips[motorway-vignette].text changed: from ~~Driving on Austrian motorways requires a vignette (€12.80 for 10 days, €106.80 for a year; digital or sticker). Buy it before joining the motorway, or pay a €200 substitute toll on the spot.~~ to Driving on Austrian motorways requires a vignette (€12.80 for 10 days, €106.80 for a year; digital or sticker). ASFINAG charges a €200 substitute toll for a car or camper van without one. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— tips[etias-scams].text changed: from ~~Apply for ETIAS only at the official travel-europe.europa.eu site once it becomes mandatory — unofficial sites charge inflated fees.~~ to Once ETIAS starts, the EU says applications are made on the official ETIAS website or the official ETIAS mobile app; it is not yet in operation. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— faq[schengen-cost].answer changed: from The Schengen short-stay visa costs €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6–11. It allows stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries. Austria's national Visa D for stays of 91 days to 6 months costs €195 (€97 for children under 6). to The Schengen short-stay visa costs €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6–11. It allows stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries. Austria's national Visa D costs €195 (€97 for children under 6) under the Fees Act. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— faq[rwr-card].answer changed: from It is Austria's points-based residence and work title for non-EU skilled workers — very highly qualified workers, skilled workers in shortage occupations and other key staff. It is issued for 2 years, tied to one employer, and the application fee is €218. to It is an Austrian residence and work title for non-EU workers. On the skilled-workers-in-shortage-occupations route, migration.gv.at says eligibility is assessed on points, the card is generally issued for 24 months, it entitles you to work for the employer named in the application, and the application fee is €218. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Austria— faq[how-long-stay].answer changed: from Visa-exempt non-EU visitors can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area. EU and EFTA citizens can stay indefinitely but must register locally after 3 months. to Visa-exempt non-EU visitors can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— summary changed: from Most visitors — including EU, UK, US and Indian passport holders — need Azerbaijan's ASAN e-Visa, issued online in about three working days for a 30-day stay. CIS neighbors, Turkey, the Gulf states, China, Japan and South Korea enter visa-free, and citizens of Armenia are barred from entry. to Most visitors, including EU, UK, US and Indian passport holders, need Azerbaijan's ASAN e-Visa: a single-entry visa for a 30-day stay, issued online within 3 working days (USD 20 state fee plus a USD 9 service fee). Citizens of Türkiye, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Belarus, Moldova, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, the Gulf states, China, Japan and South Korea enter visa-free under bilateral agreements or temporary unilateral waivers. (evisa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— passportValidity changed: from ~~Your passport must stay valid for at least 3 months after your visa expires. An e-Visa is valid for 90 days, so the passport needs about 6 months beyond the e-Visa's start date.~~ to Your passport must stay valid for at least 3 months after your visa expires. (evisa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— countryFacts.safety changed: from The UK government's travel advice says crime levels in Baku are generally low. It advises against all travel within 5 km of the closed border with Armenia (Nakhchivan excepted) and against all but essential travel to some areas in south-western Azerbaijan, in and around the former Nagorno-Karabakh region, because of mines and unexploded weapons; entering certain areas there without the authorities to The UK government's travel advice says crime levels in Baku are generally low. It advises against all travel within 5 km of the closed border with Armenia (the border of the Nakhchivan exclave excepted) and against all but essential travel to the districts of Kelbajar, Lachin, Qubadli, Zengilan, Jabrayil, Fuzuli, Khojavand, Shusha, Khojali, Khankendi, Aghdam and Tartar, and says to follow the authorities' advice in areas not cleared of mines or unexploded ordnance. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— countryFacts.driving changed: from Azerbaijan 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. Whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, and for how long a foreign license may be used, are set by nati to Azerbaijan 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 licence, or for how long a foreign licence may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— tips (land-borders-closed) changed: from Canada's travel advice says all land border crossings have been closed to passengers since 2020, except for freight, so visitors can only enter by air. The UK government says entry by land or sea is restricted and that you need the authorities' permission to leave by road. to Canada's travel advice says all land border crossings have been closed since 2020, except for freight, and that Canadian passport holders can only enter by air. The UK government says entry by land or sea is restricted and that you need the authorities' permission to leave by road. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— tips (official-evisa-only) changed: from ~~Apply for the e-Visa on the official ASAN Visa portal, evisa.gov.az.~~ to Azerbaijan's official electronic visa portal is ASAN Visa, at evisa.gov.az. (evisa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— faq (need-visa) changed: from Most travelers do, but it's easy. Citizens of many countries, including the EU, UK, US and India, apply online for the ASAN e-Visa (USD 29, about three working days, 30-day stay). CIS countries, Georgia, Turkey, the Gulf states, China, Japan and South Korea are visa-free, and the remaining nationalities apply at an embassy. to Most travellers do. Citizens of many countries, including the EU, UK, US and India, apply online for the ASAN e-Visa (USD 29 in all, issued within 3 working days, 30-day stay). Türkiye, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Belarus, Moldova, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, the Gulf states, China, Japan and South Korea are visa-free, and the remaining nationalities apply for a visa at an Azerbaijani embassy or consulate. (evisa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— faq (evisa-speed) changed: from ~~Standard processing takes about three working days. An urgent service issues the e-Visa within roughly three hours for a higher fee. The visa is valid for 90 days from issue for a single 30-day stay.~~ to The standard e-Visa is issued within 3 working days, and the urgent e-Visa within 3 hours, regardless of holidays and non-working days. The portal asks you to apply at least 3 working days before your planned arrival. The e-Visa is for a single entry and a stay of up to 30 days. (evisa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— faq (land-border) changed: from Generally no. Canada's travel advice says all land border crossings have been closed since 2020 except for freight, so visitors can only enter by air. The UK government says the land borders with Georgia and Iran are temporarily closed, though British nationals may be able to cross from Iran at Astara with special authorisation arranged through the British Embassy in Baku. to Canada's travel advice says all land border crossings have been closed since 2020 except for freight, and that Canadian passport holders can only enter by air. The UK government says the land borders with Georgia and Iran are temporarily closed, though British nationals may be able to cross from Iran at Astara with special authorisation arranged through the British Embassy in Baku. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (90 rows) changed: from ~~Not on the ASAN e-Visa list. Apply for a visa at an Azerbaijani embassy before travel; check current e-Visa eligibility on evisa.gov.az, as the list is updated periodically.~~ to Not on the ASAN e-Visa list. Apply for a visa at an Azerbaijani embassy or consulate before travel. (evisa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (4 rows) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days under a bilateral agreement. Register with the State Migration Service if staying more than 15 days.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days under a bilateral agreement. (mfa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (79 rows) changed: from ~~Eligible for the ASAN e-Visa. Apply online (about 3 working days, USD 29) for a single-entry 30-day stay; confirm eligibility on evisa.gov.az.~~ to Eligible for the ASAN e-Visa: apply online for a single-entry 30-day stay; it is issued within 3 working days (USD 20 state fee plus a USD 9 service fee). (evisa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from Azerbaijan refuses entry to citizens of Armenia. The UK government's travel advice adds that anyone who has visited certain areas in south-western Azerbaijan, including the town of Khankendi, without the Azerbaijani authorities' permission could be denied entry. to No official source we could read states the entry rules for Armenian citizens. The UK government's travel advice says that anyone who has visited certain areas in south-western Azerbaijan, including the town of Khankendi, without the Azerbaijani authorities' permission could be denied entry, and that the border with Armenia is closed. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (4 rows) changed: from Visa-free for ordinary passports under Azerbaijan's temporary unilateral waiver, from February 15, 2026 to February 15, 2027: up to three entries of up to 30 days each. Register with the State Migration Service if staying more than 15 days. to Visa-free for ordinary passports under Azerbaijan's temporary unilateral waiver, from February 15, 2026 to February 15, 2027: up to three entries of up to 30 days each. (mfa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (10 rows) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days under CIS-era and bilateral agreements. Register with the State Migration Service if staying more than 15 days.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days under a bilateral intergovernmental agreement. (mfa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (2 rows) changed: from Visa-free for ordinary passports under Azerbaijan's temporary unilateral waiver, from August 1, 2026 to August 1, 2027: up to three entries of up to 30 days each. Register with the State Migration Service if staying more than 15 days. to Visa-free for ordinary passports under Azerbaijan's temporary unilateral waiver, from August 1, 2026 to August 1, 2027: up to three entries of up to 30 days each. (mfa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from ~~Visa-free for ordinary passports under a bilateral agreement: up to 30 days per entry, and no more than 90 days in any 180. Register with the State Migration Service if staying more than 15 days.~~ to Visa-free for ordinary passports under a bilateral agreement: up to 30 days per entry, and no more than 90 days in any 180. (mfa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (2 rows) changed: from Visa-free for ordinary passports under Azerbaijan's temporary unilateral waiver, from February 2, 2026 to February 2, 2027: up to three entries of up to 30 days each. Register with the State Migration Service if staying more than 15 days. to Visa-free for ordinary passports under Azerbaijan's temporary unilateral waiver, from February 2, 2026 to February 2, 2027: up to three entries of up to 30 days each. (mfa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (2 rows) changed: from Visa-free for ordinary passports under Azerbaijan's temporary unilateral waiver, from July 1, 2026 to July 1, 2027: up to three entries of up to 30 days each. Register with the State Migration Service if staying more than 15 days. to Visa-free for ordinary passports under Azerbaijan's temporary unilateral waiver, from July 1, 2026 to July 1, 2027: up to three entries of up to 30 days each. (mfa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from ~~Azerbaijan does not recognize Kosovo — Kosovo-issued passports are generally not accepted for entry; contact an Azerbaijani mission about alternatives.~~ to No official source we could read states the entry rules for Kosovo passport holders. (evisa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from Visa-free for ordinary passports for up to 90 days under a bilateral agreement. A visa is needed in advance to stay longer, work, study or do business. Register with the State Migration Service if staying more than 15 days. to Visa-free for ordinary passports for up to 90 days under a bilateral agreement. A visa is needed in advance to stay longer, work, study or do business. (mfa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Azerbaijan— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 30 days under a bilateral agreement. Qatari citizens coming to study or work must obtain a visa in advance. Register with the State Migration Service if staying more than 15 days.~~ to Visa-free for up to 30 days under a bilateral agreement. Qatari citizens coming to study or work must obtain a visa in advance. (mfa.gov.az )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— FAQ: How long can I stay in The Bahamas? changed: from Visa-free visitors are normally stamped in for up to 90 days, and US citizens for up to eight months. The Department of Immigration can extend a visitor's stay to a maximum of eight months in total, for a fee. Apply before your current permission expires. to The Department of Immigration says visa waivers allow stays of up to three or eight months, as each agreement dictates; US citizens get up to eight months. It can extend a visitor's stay for a non-refundable $200 processing fee if you apply before the time granted expires. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Summary changed: from ~~without a visa — normally 90 days, and up to eight months for US citizens —~~ to The Bahamas admits citizens of over 100 countries without a visa — for up to three or eight months, as each agreement dictates (eight months for US citizens) — and requires everyone else to obtain a visa from a Bahamian mission before traveling. Every visitor presents a completed Bahamas Immigration Disembarkation/Embarkation Card at the border. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— FAQ: Do I need a visa for The Bahamas? changed: from ~~enter without a visa — normally for up to 90 days, and up to eight months for US citizens.~~ to Most visitors do not. Citizens of the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, the EU and over a hundred other countries enter without a visa — for up to three or eight months, as each agreement dictates (eight months for US citizens). If your nationality is not on the exempt list you must obtain a visa from a Bahamian embassy, high commission or consulate before traveling. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Notes for visa-required passports changed: from ~~The Bahamas waives visas for over 100 nationalities, so check the Department of Immigration's exempt list before assuming you need one.~~ to A Bahamas visitor visa must be obtained in advance from a Bahamian embassy, high commission or consulate. The Department of Immigration says citizens of visa-required countries who arrive without a visa are refused leave to land. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Notes for visa-free passports (extension) changed: from ~~The Department of Immigration can extend a visitor's stay to a maximum of eight months in total, for a fee.~~ to No visa needed for stays of up to 90 days. The Department of Immigration can extend a visitor's stay for a non-refundable $200 processing fee, after an in-person interview with an extension officer. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Notes for AE passport changed: from the Department of Immigration can extend a visitor's stay to a maximum of eight months in total, for a fee. If your passport ties you to Abu Dhabi, Ajman or Umm Al Quwain, confirm with the eVISA office (evisaoffice@bahamas.gov.bs) before you travel. to The Foreign Ministry's list of countries that do not need a visa names four emirates — Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah — not the United Arab Emirates as a whole; Abu Dhabi, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain are not on it, and no part of the UAE is on its visa-required list (its country checklist marks "United Arab Emirates" and Umm Al Quwain as not needing a visa). No visa needed for stays of up to 90 days; the Department of Immigration can extend a visitor's stay for a non-refundable $200 processing fee. (mofa.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Notes for CARICOM passports changed: from ~~The Bahamas is a CARICOM member but does not take part in the CSME free-movement regime — CARICOM nationals still enter as ordinary visitors, normally for up to 90 days.~~ to No visa needed: the Department of Immigration lists this country among those whose citizens may visit without a visa. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Notes for HT passport changed: from ~~Haitian nationals need a visa for The Bahamas despite both countries being CARICOM members. Apply at a Bahamian mission before traveling.~~ to Haitian nationals need a visa, issued in advance of travel by a Bahamian mission. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Notes for RU passport changed: from ~~Russian citizens are covered by a bilateral visa-waiver agreement, usually reported as up to 90 days. Confirm with a Bahamian mission before traveling.~~ to No visa needed: the Department of Immigration lists Russia among the countries whose citizens may visit without a visa. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Notes for US passport changed: from ~~A valid passport is required for air travel; flights home are cleared through US preclearance at Nassau and Freeport, so allow extra time at the airport.~~ to No visa needed, and US citizens may be admitted for up to eight months. The Department of Immigration requires a passport valid for at least six months and does not accept passport cards. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Extension fee notes changed: from ~~; visitors may stay up to eight months in total.~~ to Non-refundable processing fee, in force since 18 September 2024. Apply in person to an extension officer, with your sponsor, before the time granted expires. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Travel insurance changed: from No official source states a travel-insurance requirement for entry to the Bahamas. The UK government says medical treatment can be expensive and that serious cases are transferred to Nassau, Freeport or Miami by air ambulance, so cover that includes medical evacuation is worth having. to No official source we could read states a travel-insurance requirement for entry to the Bahamas. The UK government says medical treatment can be expensive, that serious cases are transferred to Nassau, Freeport or Miami by air ambulance, and advises insurance for local treatment and unexpected medical evacuation. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Safety changed: from Violent crime and armed robberies, sometimes fatal, occur in residential and tourist areas of New Providence and Grand Bahama. Do not go on foot outside the main tourist areas and beaches, avoid unlit areas and travel in groups after dusk. Water sports are poorly regulated, so take care renting jet skis, and never swim in water baited for sharks. to The UK FCDO says there have been violent crimes and armed robberies, sometimes fatal, in residential and tourist areas of New Providence and Grand Bahama, and advises not going on foot outside the main tourist areas and beaches, avoiding unlit areas and travelling in groups after dusk. It warns never to go into water that has been baited to attract marine life. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Best time to visit changed: from ~~No official seasonal guidance.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit. The UK FCDO says the hurricane season normally runs from 1 June to 30 November. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Tip: firearms changed: from ~~Check every bag for firearms and ammunition before you travel: Bahamas Customs lists firearms~~ to Bahamas Customs lists firearms as restricted goods that need special authorization from the Commissioner of Police. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— FAQ: Do US citizens need a passport for The Bahamas? changed: from ~~A passport is also the only document that works if you have to fly home unexpectedly.~~ to Yes. The Department of Immigration requires every visitor to present a passport valid for at least six months, and states that passport cards are not accepted. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— FAQ: Can I work remotely from The Bahamas? changed: from ~~— ask the Department of Immigration before planning around one. A normal tourist entry does not allow you to work for a Bahamian employer.~~ to No official source we could read describes a remote-work visa or permit for The Bahamas. The Department of Immigration says visitors must not intend to engage in any gainful employment while in The Bahamas. (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahamas— Tip: US preclearance in Nassau changed: from US Customs and Border Protection runs preclearance in Nassau: flights to the United States clear US immigration and customs before departure, so US entry rules (including ESTA) are checked there rather than on landing. to (removed) (immigration.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— AF/AL/DZ/AO/AM/BD… passport notes changed: from A visit visa must normally be arranged before travel through a sponsor in Bahrain (a hotel, company or relative) via the Nationality, Passports & Residence Affairs (NPRA). Holders of a valid visit visa for the UAE, UK, USA or Saudi Arabia (not a Hajj or Umrah visa), a Schengen visa or a US Green Card can instead apply for the eVisa or get a two-week visa on arrival. to A visit visa must be arranged before travel by a guarantor in Bahrain through the Nationality, Passports & Residence Affairs (NPRA). Holders of a valid visit visa for the UAE, UK, USA or Saudi Arabia (not a Hajj or Umrah visa), a Schengen visa or a US Green Card can instead apply for the eVisa or get a two-week visa on arrival. (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— AG/BS/BB/CM/CI/CU… passport notes changed: from Eligible to apply online for a Bahrain eVisa on evisa.gov.bh before travel (two weeks single entry, with longer multiple-entry options); accommodation details and a return ticket are required. A visa on arrival is available only to holders of a valid visit visa for the UAE, UK, USA or Saudi Arabia, a Schengen visa or a US Green Card, so obtain the eVisa before flying. to Eligible to apply online for a Bahrain eVisa on evisa.gov.bh before travel (two weeks single entry, with longer multiple-entry options); accommodation details and a return ticket are required. A visa on arrival is available only to holders of a valid visit visa for the UAE, UK, USA or Saudi Arabia, a Schengen visa or a US Green Card. (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— AZ/BY/CR/DO/EG/IN… passport notes changed: from Eligible to apply online for a Bahrain eVisa on evisa.gov.bh before travel — accommodation details and a return ticket are required, and eligibility can be conditional (for some nationalities on residence or prior visas), so check the portal and obtain the eVisa before flying rather than relying on a visa on arrival. to Eligible to apply online for a Bahrain eVisa on evisa.gov.bh before travel; accommodation details and a return ticket are required. (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— IR passport notes changed: from ~~Relations between Bahrain and Iran are strained. A sponsored visa is required and approval is discretionary; confirm with a Bahraini mission before making plans.~~ to Not eligible for the eVisa or visa on arrival. A visit visa must be arranged before travel by a guarantor in Bahrain through the Nationality, Passports & Residence Affairs (NPRA). (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— IL passport notes changed: from Following the 2020 normalisation agreement Israeli passport holders have been able to obtain Bahraini visas, but arrangements remain sensitive to regional events and practical access has fluctuated. Verify the current position on evisa.gov.bh or with a Bahraini mission before booking. to Eligible to apply online for a Bahrain eVisa on evisa.gov.bh before travel; accommodation details and a return ticket are required. (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— XK/KP passport notes changed: from Not eligible for the eVisa or visa on arrival. A visit visa must be arranged before travel through a sponsor in Bahrain (a hotel, company or relative) via the Nationality, Passport & Residence Affairs (NPRA). to Not eligible for the eVisa or visa on arrival. A visit visa must be arranged before travel by a guarantor in Bahrain through the Nationality, Passports & Residence Affairs (NPRA). (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— entryRequirements.passportValidity.text changed: from ~~Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Bahrain.~~ to NPRA asks eVisa applicants for a passport valid for more than 6 months, and the UK Foreign Office says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Bahrain. (npra.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— entryRequirements.vaccinations[yellow-fever].text changed: from ~~A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.~~ to WHO lists Bahrain as requiring a yellow fever vaccination certificate from travellers aged 9 months or over who arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission or transited more than 12 hours through an airport there. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits.text changed: from The US State Department gives Bahrain's currency restriction on entry as USD 10,000, without saying whether that is a declaration threshold or a limit. No Bahraini source we could read states the rule, so ask Customs before carrying a large sum. to The US State Department gives Bahrain's currency restriction on entry as USD 10,000, without saying whether that is a declaration threshold or a limit. No Bahraini source we could read states the rule. (travel.state.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— entryRequirements.customs.notes[0] changed: from The UK FCDO says illegal drugs are strictly forbidden, even in residual amounts, and that you may need prior agreement from the authorities to bring prescription drugs into Bahrain — carry a doctor's note and check with a Bahraini embassy before you travel. to The UK FCDO says illegal drugs are strictly forbidden, even in residual amounts, and that you may need prior agreement from the authorities to bring prescription drugs into Bahrain; it advises carrying a doctor's note and checking with a Bahraini embassy before you travel. (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from The FCDO reports strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in Bahrain, among other places in the region, since 8 July 2026, and warns of flight cancellations and short-notice airspace closures. Stay away from security and military sites and follow local instructions to shelter. Crime is low; avoid demonstrations, and note strict rules on drugs, public behavior and drink-driving. to The FCDO reports strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in Bahrain, among other places in the region, since 8 July 2026, and warns of possible flight cancellations and periodic airspace closures. It says crime is low in most areas, that demonstrations take place and large ones should be avoided, and that filming or photographing security and military sites is prohibited. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from Bahrain is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic, so it recognizes an International Driving Permit issued under either. 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 Bahrain yet. to Bahrain is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic. The UK Foreign Office says a UK photocard licence can be used for up to 3 months, after which an International Driving Permit or a Bahraini licence is needed; the Government of Canada says you must carry an International Driving Permit. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— tips[alcohol-rules].text changed: from The UK FCDO says alcohol is legal in Bahrain, but drunken public behaviour is against the law and can lead to a fine, prison or deportation. Drivers found with any alcohol in their system can be fined, banned from travel and jailed. to The UK FCDO says alcohol is legal in Bahrain, but drunken public behaviour is against the law and can lead to a fine, prison or deportation. It says drivers found with any alcohol in their system may get a fine, a travel ban and a possible prison sentence. (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— tips[ramadan].text changed: from During Ramadan the UK FCDO advises not eating, drinking, smoking or chewing gum in public in the daytime, including in your car. Hotels and restaurants that serve food in fasting hours may seat non-fasting guests separately. to During Ramadan the UK FCDO advises not eating, drinking, smoking or chewing gum in public in the daytime, including in your car, and says hotels and restaurants serving food in fasting hours may separate you from Muslim guests, for example with screens. (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— faq[evisa-or-voa].answer changed: from If you are eligible for both, the visa on arrival needs no application in advance: it is issued at Bahrain International Airport or the King Fahd Causeway, and the passport officer may ask for a confirmed return ticket. The eVisa (evisa.gov.bh) is worth getting in advance if you prefer certainty before boarding, want a longer or multi-entry option, or are only eligible for the eVisa and not for t… to If you are eligible for both, the visa on arrival needs no application in advance: it is issued at Bahrain International Airport or the King Fahd Causeway, and the passport officer may ask for a confirmed return ticket. The eVisa (evisa.gov.bh) is applied for before travel and NPRA also offers longer and multiple-entry eVisas; some nationalities are eligible only for the eVisa. (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— faq[gcc-residents].answer changed: from Generally yes: residents of GCC states in valid residence status can obtain a Bahrain eVisa or visa on arrival regardless of nationality. Check your eligibility on evisa.gov.bh before traveling, as conditions attach to residence-permit validity and profession. to NPRA offers residents of GCC states, whatever their nationality, a two-week single-entry eVisa applied for online from outside Bahrain, with the GCC residence permit attached and a return visa valid for at least 3 months; issuance takes one working day. (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— faq[israeli-citizens].answer changed: from Since the 2020 normalisation agreement Israeli passport holders have been able to obtain Bahraini visas, but the arrangement is sensitive to regional events and practical access has fluctuated. Verify the current position on evisa.gov.bh or with a Bahraini mission before booking. to Israeli passport holders can apply online for the Bahrain eVisa on evisa.gov.bh before travel; accommodation details and a return ticket are required. (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bahrain— faq[extend-stay].answer changed: from ~~Yes — visit visas can usually be extended through the NPRA before your current period expires, online or at its offices. Overstaying incurs a per-day fine, so apply in good time.~~ to NPRA says the two-week eVisa can be extended by 14 days for BHD 25 at an NPRA service centre, and that guarantor-sponsored visit visas can be extended (BHD 30, one working day). (evisa.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— Requirement for IL passport changed: from ~~"banned"~~ to "embassy-visa" (immi.specialbranch.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— Visa types for IL passport changed: from ~~undefined~~ to ["tourist-visa"] (immi.specialbranch.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— Source for IL passport changed: from ~~undefined~~ to {"url":"https://immi.specialbranch.gov.bd/Land-Permit-Eligibility","name":"Immigration, Special Branch of Bangladesh Police — landing permit / visa-on-arrival eligibility checker","type":"government","lastVerified":"2026-10-06"} (immi.specialbranch.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— declarations (E-Arrival Card) mandatory changed: from ~~true~~ to false (edcard.specialbranch.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— summary changed: from Citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the countries of Europe, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Turkey, Egypt and the Gulf states can obtain a 30-day visa on arrival (US$50 plus processing fees) at Dhaka and other international airports, while other nationalities — including Indian citizens — must arrange a visa through a Bangladeshi mission, to Citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the countries of Europe, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Turkey, Egypt and the Gulf states can obtain a 30-day visa on arrival (US$50 plus processing fees) at Bangladesh's international airports and land ports, at the immigration officer's discretion, while other nationalities, including Indian citizens, apply for a visa through a Bangladeshi mission, starting on the official portal visa.gov.bd. Maldivian citizens are visa-free under a bilateral agreement, and the immigration police say citizens of Barbados, Bhutan, Fiji, Ghana, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Trinidad and Tobago need no visa for stays of up to 90 days. (ssd.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— passportValidity changed: from Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date your visa starts — and a Bangladeshi visa starts on its date of issue, not on your date of travel. It also needs at least 2 blank pages and no damage. to The UK Foreign Office says your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date your visa starts, and that a Bangladeshi visa starts on its date of issue, not on your date of travel. It also says the passport needs at least 2 blank pages and no damage. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— onwardTicket changed: from ~~Visa-on-arrival travelers must show a return or onward ticket; embassy-visa holders may also be asked by airlines at check-in.~~ to Visa-on-arrival travellers must hold a return air ticket under the 2016 Home Ministry circular. (ssd.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— declarations (E-Arrival Card) changed: from Bangladesh's Special Branch runs an online E-Arrival Card for foreign visitors, and Canada's travel advice says travellers arriving by air may be required to complete it, and an E-Departure Card to leave. No official source we could read says how far ahead it must be submitted. to Bangladesh's immigration police (Special Branch) run an online E-Arrival Card and E-Departure Card for foreign visitors. No official source we could read says whether the card is mandatory or how far ahead it must be submitted. (edcard.specialbranch.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— countryFacts.safety changed: from Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks, political demonstrations and strikes can turn violent, and violent crime in Dhaka and other cities has risen since the 2024 uprising. Avoid protests and large gatherings, and take care on public transport at night. The FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the Chittagong Hill Tracts (Rangamati, Khagrachari and Bandarban). to The UK Foreign Office says terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks, that political demonstrations and strikes can turn violent, and that violent crime has increased since the July–August 2024 uprising. It advises staying away from protests and large gatherings, says passengers on public transport are vulnerable to violent crime, particularly at night, and advises against all but essential travel to the Chittagong Hill Tracts (Rangamati, Khagrachari and Bandarban). (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— countryFacts.driving changed: from Bangladesh 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. Whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, and for how long a foreign license may be used, are set by nati to Bangladesh 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 licence, or for how long a foreign licence may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— tips (voa-cash) changed: from For the visa on arrival, carry the fee (US$50 plus processing fees), your return ticket and hotel details. The UK FCDO says you must have a return ticket and proof of funds, and that officers issue the visa at their discretion. to For the visa on arrival, carry the fee (US$50 plus processing fees, in cash), a return air ticket and at least US$500 in cash or on a credit card. The UK FCDO says you must have a return ticket and proof of funds, and that officers issue the visa at their discretion. (ssd.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— tips (monsoon-cyclones) changed: from The Government of Canada says the monsoon runs from June to October and floods a third of the country each year, making roads impassable, and that the coastline is subject to cyclones. Monitor forecasts from the Bangladesh Meteorological Department. to The Government of Canada says the monsoon runs from June to October and seriously affects a third of the country each year, making roads impassable, and that the coastline is subject to cyclones. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— tips (hill-tracts-permit) changed: from The UK FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the Chittagong Hill Tracts (Rangamati, Khagrachari and Bandarban districts). If you do go, you must give the Bangladeshi authorities 10 days’ notice. to The UK FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the Chittagong Hill Tracts (Rangamati, Khagrachari and Bandarban districts). Canada's travel advice says that if you go, you must contact the Chittagong Divisional Commissioner's Office at least 10 days before you arrive. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— tips (dress-and-ramadan) changed: from The UK FCDO advises men and women to dress modestly, and women to cover their shoulders and legs in public. During Ramadan, follow local dress codes and check the opening hours of shops and restaurants. to The UK FCDO advises men and women to dress modestly, and women to cover their shoulders and legs in public. During Ramadan it advises following local dress codes and checking the opening hours of shops and restaurants. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— faq (need-visa) changed: from Almost everyone needs one, but many tourists get it at the airport: citizens of the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the countries of Europe, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Turkey, Egypt and the Gulf states can obtain a 30-day visa on arrival for US$50 plus processing fees. Other nationalities apply through a Bangladeshi mission, starting online at visa.gov.bd, to Citizens of the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the countries of Europe, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Turkey, Egypt and the Gulf states can obtain a 30-day visa on arrival for US$50 plus processing fees. Other nationalities apply through a Bangladeshi mission, starting online at visa.gov.bd, where the fee schedule lists the fee for each nationality. Maldivian citizens are visa-free under a bilateral agreement, and the immigration police say citizens of Barbados, Bhutan, Fiji, Ghana, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Trinidad and Tobago need no visa for stays of up to 90 days. (ssd.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— faq (voa-details) changed: from Eligible travelers pay the fee (US$50 plus processing fees) in US dollars, pounds or euros at Dhaka or another international airport or land port, for a single-entry stay of up to 30 days. Bring a return air ticket, hotel details and at least US$500 in cash or on a credit card — these are conditions of the 2016 circular, and issuance is at the officer's discretion, so confirm eligibility with your to Eligible travellers pay the fee (US$50 plus processing fees) in cash, in US dollars, pounds or euros, at an international airport or land port, for a single-entry stay of up to 30 days. The 2016 circular requires a return air ticket and at least US$500 in cash or on a credit card, and the immigration officer decides whether to issue the visa. (ssd.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— faq (extend-stay) changed: from ~~Yes — the UK FCDO says you can apply for a visa extension from the Department of Immigration and Passports. Apply before your current stay expires.~~ to Yes. The UK FCDO says you can apply for a visa extension from the Department of Immigration and Passports. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— faq (indian-citizens) changed: from Yes — Indian passport holders are not eligible for the visa on arrival and must obtain a visa in advance from a Bangladeshi mission in India. Apply well before travel, as processing times and requirements change. to Yes. The immigration police (Special Branch) eligibility checker says Indian citizens must obtain a visa from the nearest Bangladeshi mission, and India is not among the nationalities named in the 2016 visa-on-arrival circular. (immi.specialbranch.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— faq (is-it-safe) changed: from The UK FCDO says terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Bangladesh, that political demonstrations and strikes can turn violent, and that road accidents are common. It advises against all but essential travel to the Chittagong Hill Tracts. Check your government’s latest advice before you go. to The UK FCDO says terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Bangladesh, that political demonstrations and strikes can turn violent, and that road accidents are common. It advises against all but essential travel to the Chittagong Hill Tracts. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— Passport notes (48 rows) changed: from 30-day visa on arrival (US$50 plus processing fees, cash) at Dhaka and other international airports for tourism and short business visits — issued at officers' discretion, so carry a return ticket and hotel details, and confirm eligibility with your airline before flying. to 30-day visa on arrival at Bangladesh's international airports and land ports for tourism, business, investment or official visits, issued at the immigration officer's discretion. The fee (US$50 plus processing fees) is paid in cash; carry a return air ticket and at least US$500 in cash or on a credit card. (ssd.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— Passport notes (14 rows) changed: from 30-day visa on arrival (US$50 plus processing fees, cash) at Dhaka and other international airports for tourism and short business visits — issued at officers' discretion, so carry a return ticket and hotel details, and confirm eligibility with your airline before flying. The immigration police's eligibility checker gives this nationality a maximum of 15 days on a landing permit or visa on arrival to 30-day visa on arrival at Bangladesh's international airports and land ports for tourism, business, investment or official visits, issued at the immigration officer's discretion. The fee (US$50 plus processing fees) is paid in cash; carry a return air ticket and at least US$500 in cash or on a credit card. The immigration police's eligibility checker gives this nationality a maximum of 15 days on a landing permit or visa on arrival; the Home Ministry circular, which ranks higher, sets 30 days. (ssd.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from 30-day visa on arrival (US$50 plus processing fees, cash) at Dhaka and other international airports for tourism and short business visits — issued at officers' discretion, so carry a return ticket and hotel details, and confirm eligibility with your airline before flying. The immigration police's eligibility checker instead says Irish citizens need no visa for up to 90 days; the Home Ministry circ to 30-day visa on arrival at Bangladesh's international airports and land ports for tourism, business, investment or official visits, issued at the immigration officer's discretion. The fee (US$50 plus processing fees) is paid in cash; carry a return air ticket and at least US$500 in cash or on a credit card. The immigration police's eligibility checker instead says Irish citizens need no visa for up to 90 days; the Home Ministry circular, which ranks higher, is shown here. (ssd.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from 30-day visa on arrival (US$50 plus processing fees, cash) at Dhaka and other international airports for tourism and short business visits — issued at officers' discretion, so carry a return ticket and hotel details, and confirm eligibility with your airline before flying. The immigration police's eligibility checker instead says citizens of this country must obtain a visa from a Bangladeshi missio to 30-day visa on arrival at Bangladesh's international airports and land ports for tourism, business, investment or official visits, issued at the immigration officer's discretion. The fee (US$50 plus processing fees) is paid in cash; carry a return air ticket and at least US$500 in cash or on a credit card. The immigration police's eligibility checker instead says citizens of this country must obtain a visa from a Bangladeshi mission; the Home Ministry circular, which ranks higher, is shown here. (ssd.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from ~~Indian citizens are not eligible for the visa on arrival. Apply in advance at a Bangladeshi mission in India, and allow extra time for processing.~~ to The immigration police (Special Branch) eligibility checker says Indian citizens must obtain a visa from the nearest Bangladeshi mission, and India is not among the nationalities named in the 2016 visa-on-arrival circular. Start the application on the official portal visa.gov.bd. (immi.specialbranch.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bangladesh— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from ~~Bangladesh does not recognize Israel and Israeli passport holders are refused entry.~~ to Visa required: the immigration police (Special Branch) eligibility checker says citizens of this country must obtain a visa from the nearest Bangladeshi mission, and that they may instead be given a landing permit or visa on arrival for up to 30 days. (immi.specialbranch.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab)