Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026Bosnia and Herzegovina— Safety changed: from Bosnia and Herzegovina is safe for visitors, with low violent crime. The serious residual risk is landmines from the 1990s war in remote rural areas. Stay on paved roads and marked trails and heed warning signs. Petty theft occurs in Sarajevo's tourist areas. to The UK FCDO warns of pickpockets and bag-snatchers on public transport and in the tourist areas of Sarajevo and other cities, and says landmines and other unexploded weapons remain from the 1992–1995 war in less populated and rural areas; it advises not to step off roads and paved areas without an experienced guide. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bosnia and Herzegovina— Best time to visit changed: from ~~No official seasonal guidance. The UK FCDO notes that winter tyres and snow chains are required from November to April, and that wildfires are possible from April to October.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina. The UK FCDO says that between November and April vehicles must have winter tyres and carry snow chains, and that wildfires are possible from April to October. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bosnia and Herzegovina— Payments changed: from The Government of Canada says the economy is primarily cash-based, ATMs are limited in rural areas and credit card payment is not always accepted. Australia's Smartraveller says ATMs are found in major centres and card use is increasing, but you may still need cash in some areas. to The Government of Canada says the economy is primarily cash-based, ATMs are limited in rural areas and credit card payment is not always accepted. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bosnia and Herzegovina— Passport notes (AL, ME, MK, RS) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period; citizens of neighboring Balkan states can generally also cross with a national ID card.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days, per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina, which also lets citizens of this country enter with a valid identity card instead of a passport. (mvp.gov.ba )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bosnia and Herzegovina— Passport notes (AD, AG, AR, AU, BB, BR, BN, CA, CL, CO, CR, DM, SV, GD, GT, HN, HK, IL, JP, KI, MO, MY, MH, MU, MX, FM, MC, NZ, NI, PW, PA, PY, PE, KN, LC, VC, WS, SM, SC, SG, SB, KR, TW, TL, TO, TT, TV, GB, US, UY, VA, VE) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, in line with the EU's visa-free list.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days, per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina. (mvp.gov.ba )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bosnia and Herzegovina— Passport notes (AT, BE, BG, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IS, IE, IT, LV, LI, LT, LU, MT, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE, CH) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period; EU and EEA citizens can enter with a national ID card instead of a passport.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days, per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Citizens of EU and Schengen states can enter with a valid identity card instead of a passport. (mvp.gov.ba )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bosnia and Herzegovina— Passport notes (AZ, GE, MD, VU) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days, per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina. (mvp.gov.ba )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bosnia and Herzegovina— Passport notes (CN, TR) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period under bilateral agreements.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days, per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina. (mvp.gov.ba )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bosnia and Herzegovina— Passport notes (XK) changed: from ~~Bosnia and Herzegovina does not recognize Kosovo, and Kosovo passport holders have generally needed a visa. Check current arrangements with a Bosnian mission before travel.~~ to Holders of travel documents from Kosovo need a visa: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina says its embassies in Skopje, Podgorica and Belgrade issue it on a separate sheet of paper. (mvp.gov.ba )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bosnia and Herzegovina— Passport notes (KW, QA, AE) changed: from ~~Gulf state citizens can visit visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days, per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina. (mvp.gov.ba )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— summary changed: from Botswana is one of Africa’s easiest destinations to enter — citizens of some 100 countries, including the EU, US, UK, most of the Commonwealth and most SADC states, get up to 90 visa-free days, while the remaining nationalities apply through the official eVisa portal or a Botswana mission before traveling. to Citizens of some 100 countries, including the EU, US, UK, most of the Commonwealth and most SADC states, enter Botswana visa-free for up to 90 days, while the remaining nationalities apply through the official eVisa portal, an immigration office or a Botswana mission before travelling. (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— visaTypes.tourist-evisa.fee.notes changed: from ~~BWP 300 for a single-entry tourist visa of up to one month; BWP 500 for multiple entries over up to three months.~~ to BWP 300 for a single-entry visa for a period of up to three months; BWP 500 for multiple entries over up to three months. (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— passportValidity changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months, with at least three unused pages — more if you are combining Botswana with neighboring countries.~~ to Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months, with at least three unused pages. (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— travelInsurance changed: from ~~Insurance is not an entry condition, but private clinics expect payment up front and safari areas are remote — cover including medical evacuation is strongly advisable.~~ to Insurance is not among the documents Botswana's tourism visa application requires, and no official source we could read states an insurance requirement for visitors. (gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— customs.currencyLimits changed: from ~~Cash of BWP 10,000 or more, in pula or foreign currency, must be declared when you enter Botswana; failing to declare can lead to prosecution.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says cash of BWP 10,000 or more, in pula or foreign currency, must be declared when you enter Botswana, and that failing to declare can lead to prosecution. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— countryFacts.safety changed: from Attacks on tourists are rare, but violent crime is increasing, particularly in Gaborone, Francistown and Maun, and there have been isolated thefts from lodges in the Chobe area. Outside the towns, stray wildlife and livestock make driving dangerous, especially after dark; carry water and fuel on trips to remote areas. to The UK Foreign Office says attacks on tourists are rare, but violent crime is increasing, particularly in Gaborone, Francistown and Maun, and there have been isolated thefts from lodges in the Chobe area. It says stray wildlife and livestock make driving outside the major urban areas dangerous, especially after dark, and advises taking water and fuel on trips to remote areas. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— countryFacts.driving changed: from Botswana 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 nation to Botswana 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, 2026Botswana— tips (malaria-north) changed: from Australia's Smartraveller says malaria occurs throughout Botswana and is widespread in the north, especially in the rainy season from November to March, and suggests considering malaria prevention if you travel north of Gaborone. Use insect repellent. to Australia's Smartraveller says malaria occurs throughout Botswana and is widespread in the north, especially in the rainy season from November to March, and advises using insect repellent and insect-proof accommodation. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— tips (ninety-day-cap) changed: from ~~Visa-free visitors may spend at most 90 days in Botswana within any 12-month period — extensions beyond your stamped stay are requested at an immigration office before it expires.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says visitors can stay in Botswana for up to 90 days without a visa. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— faq (need-visa) changed: from Most visitors do not — citizens of around 100 countries, including the US, UK, EU members, most Commonwealth states and most SADC states, enter visa-free for up to 90 days. Nationalities that do need a visa (including India, China and most of the former Soviet states) apply in advance through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw) or a Botswana mission; there is no visa on arrival. to Most visitors do not: citizens of around 100 countries, including the US, UK, EU members, most Commonwealth states and most SADC states, enter visa-free for up to 90 days. Nationalities that need a visa (including India, China and most of the former Soviet states) apply in advance through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw), an immigration office or a Botswana mission. (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— faq (how-long) changed: from You are normally stamped in for up to 90 days, capped at 90 days in total within any 12-month period. Extensions within the cap can be requested at immigration offices in Gaborone and other towns before your stay expires. to The UK Foreign Office says visitors can stay up to 90 days without a visa; the permitted stay is stamped on arrival. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— faq (india-china) changed: from Yes — both currently need a visa obtained in advance, most conveniently through the official eVisa portal. Botswana has periodically reviewed its policy toward these markets, so check for updates shortly before booking. to Yes. Botswana's eVisa portal marks both as needing a visa; apply in advance online, at an immigration office or at a Botswana mission. (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— faq (yellow-fever) changed: from ~~Only if you arrive from or transit through a yellow fever risk country. Coming directly from Europe, North America or South Africa, no certificate is needed.~~ to Only if you are aged 1 year or over and arrive from, or transited through, a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— Passport notes (84 rows) changed: from ~~Not on Botswana’s exemption list. Apply in advance through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw) or a Botswana mission; visas are not issued on arrival.~~ to Not on Botswana's exemption list. Apply in advance through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw), an immigration office or a Botswana mission; if the visa is approved but not printed, you can travel with the approval letter and the visa is printed at the port of entry. (gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— Passport notes (84 rows) changed: from Not on Botswana's exemption list. Apply in advance through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw), an immigration office or a Botswana mission; if the visa is approved but not printed, you can travel with the approval letter and the visa is printed at the port of entry. to Not on Botswana's exemption list. Apply in advance through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw), an immigration office or a Botswana mission; if the visa is approved but not printed, you can travel with the approval letter and the visa is printed at the port of entry. (gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— Passport notes (4 rows) changed: from Listed on Botswana’s eVisa portal among the countries whose citizens require a visa to enter Botswana. Apply in advance through the eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw) or a Botswana mission; visas are not issued on arrival. to Listed on Botswana's eVisa portal among the countries whose citizens require a visa to enter Botswana. Apply in advance through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw), an immigration office or a Botswana mission; if the visa is approved but not printed, you can travel with the approval letter and the visa is printed at the port of entry. (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— Passport notes (3 rows) changed: from Although a SADC member, this country is listed on Botswana’s eVisa portal among the countries whose citizens require a visa to enter Botswana. Apply in advance through the eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw) or a Botswana mission; visas are not issued on arrival. to Although a SADC member, this country is listed on Botswana's eVisa portal among the countries whose citizens require a visa to enter Botswana. Apply in advance through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw), an immigration office or a Botswana mission; if the visa is approved but not printed, you can travel with the approval letter and the visa is printed at the port of entry. (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— Passport notes (12 rows) changed: from ~~SADC citizens enter Botswana visa-free — up to 90 days within any 12-month period.~~ to SADC citizens enter Botswana visa-free, for up to 90 days. (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— Passport notes (77 rows) changed: from ~~Visa-free entry for up to 90 days within any 12-month period. The permitted stay is stamped on arrival.~~ to Visa-free entry for up to 90 days. The permitted stay is stamped on arrival. (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from Chinese passport holders currently need a visa in advance. Apply via the official eVisa portal or a Botswana mission; the policy toward China has been under periodic review, so check for updates before booking. to Chinese passport holders need a visa in advance. Apply in advance through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw), an immigration office or a Botswana mission; if the visa is approved but not printed, you can travel with the approval letter and the visa is printed at the port of entry. (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Botswana— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from Indian passport holders currently need a visa in advance. Apply via the official eVisa portal or a Botswana mission; the policy toward India has been under periodic review, so check for updates before booking. to Indian passport holders need a visa in advance. Apply in advance through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.bw), an immigration office or a Botswana mission; if the visa is approved but not printed, you can travel with the approval letter and the visa is printed at the port of entry. (evisa.gov.bw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Summary changed: from ~~…since April 10, 2025…~~ to Brazil admits citizens of the EU, the UK and most of Latin America visa-free for up to 90 days, requires an eVisa (USD 80.90) from US, Canadian and Australian citizens, and asks the remaining nationalities to apply for a visit visa at a Brazilian consulate. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— eVisa fee notes changed: from ~~Total including the service fee. … issued with up to 10 years' validity…~~ to Available only to citizens of the United States, Canada and Australia. The eVisa is valid for 10 years for US citizens and 5 years for Canadians and Australians. (brazil.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Consular visit visa fee notes changed: from ~~…under Brazil's reciprocity rules. Confirm the exact amount with the consulate where you apply.~~ to The Consulate-General of Brazil in Miami sets the fee according to the nationality of the passport you hold. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Business visit visa fee notes changed: from ~~The same VIVIS category covers business meetings, conferences and journalism; no paid work in Brazil is permitted.~~ to The Visitor Visa covers stays of up to 90 days for activities such as tourism and business meetings. The Consulate-General of Brazil in Miami sets the fee according to the nationality of the passport you hold; citizens of Australia, Canada and the United States can obtain the electronic visitor visa instead. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport validity changed: from ~~Brazil requires your passport to be valid for the duration of your stay. … at least 6 months' validity is recommended.~~ to The eVisa portal says your passport must be valid for at least one more month after your arrival in Brazil, and asks you to check with your airline whether a passport with only one month's validity will be accepted. The Consulate-General of Brazil in Miami tells its visa applicants that their passport must be valid for at least six months after the date they enter Brazil, or, for US passports, until their intended date of return. (brazil.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Yellow fever vaccination changed: from ~~…including the Amazon, the Pantanal, Iguaçu Falls and most inland states, and several onward countries require proof…~~ to Not an entry requirement: Brazil's Ministry of Health says no proof of vaccination is required to enter the country. It recommends yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before travel to the areas where vaccination is recommended, and says to carry the International Certificate of Vaccination when a country you travel to or transit through requires it. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Proof of funds changed: from ~~No fixed amount is set, but … Consular visa applicants must document their income.~~ to Officials may ask for proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay, according to Canada's travel advice. The Consulate-General of Brazil in Miami asks its visa applicants for proof of income. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Currency declaration changed: from ~~…, and a declaration also applies on departure.~~ to Cash of more than USD 10,000 (or the equivalent in any other currency) must be declared electronically (e-DBV) to customs on entry. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Safety changed: from ~~Violent and street crime are real risks…; use app taxis at night, avoid deserted areas…~~ to The UK Foreign Office says robberies are common in many cities and advises against wearing expensive jewellery or using a mobile phone in the street, against going on to city beaches after dark, and to avoid all favelas, including favela tours marketed to tourists. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Source changed: from ~~https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/brazil~~ to https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/brazil/safety-and-security (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Best time to visit changed: from ~~…Brasília and the interior have extreme dry periods from May to October.~~ to No official seasonal guidance. The Government of Canada gives the rainy seasons as January to July in the north, October to April in the south and southeast, and April to July in the northeast, and says wildfires are common in the dry season, between May and September, particularly in Amazonas, Brasília, the Cerrado and the Pantanal. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Driving changed: from ~~…and have not been checked for Brazil yet.~~ to Brazil 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, 2026Brazil— FAQ: Do US citizens need a visa? changed: from ~~Since April 10, 2025 … up to 10 years' validity … 180 days per year.~~ to Yes. US citizens need an eVisa to visit Brazil. It costs USD 80.90, is applied for online at brazil.vfsevisa.com and is valid for 10 years for US citizens. The eVisa portal says it allows stays of up to 90 days per year and that extensions beyond 90 days are handled by the Federal Police. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— FAQ: How do I apply for the eVisa? changed: from ~~…, so apply well before travel.~~ to Apply online at the official portal brazil.vfsevisa.com with a colour copy of your passport bio page and a recent photograph, and pay USD 80.90. The portal says processing takes up to 10 business days once your verified application is submitted. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— FAQ: Yellow fever changed: from ~~…including the Amazon, the Pantanal, Iguaçu Falls and most inland states, and some countries … will demand the certificate…~~ to No, it is not an entry requirement: Brazil's Ministry of Health says no proof of vaccination is required to enter the country. It recommends yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before travel to the areas where vaccination is recommended, and says to carry the International Certificate of Vaccination when a country you travel to or transit through requires it. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— FAQ: Can I extend my 90-day stay? changed: from ~~Most visa-free and eVisa visitors can apply … one extension … within an overall cap of 180 days in any 12-month period.~~ to Under Decree 9,199/2017 (art. 20), the Federal Police can extend a visit visa's stay by up to 90 days, as long as the total stay does not exceed 180 days in each migratory year. The request must be made before the original stay expires, and extensions are available only to nationals of countries that give Brazilians reciprocal treatment. The foreign ministry's visa table caps some nationalities, for example Germans and Italians, at 90 days in every 180. (planalto.gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (US) changed: from ~~since April 10, 2025 … up to 10 years … max 180 days per year~~ to eVisa required (USD 80.90, applied for online), valid for 10 years for US citizens. The eVisa portal allows stays of up to 90 days per year; extensions go through the Federal Police. (brazil.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (CA,AU) changed: from ~~since April 10, 2025 … max 180 days per year~~ to eVisa required (USD 80.90, applied for online, valid for 5 years). The eVisa portal allows stays of up to 90 days per year; extensions go through the Federal Police. (brazil.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (GB,IE,ES,PT,PL,RO…) changed: from ~~the Federal Police can grant one extension, with total stays capped at 180 days per 12-month period~~ to Visa-free for visits of up to 90 days. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (NZ,TR,KR,ZA,MX) changed: from ~~under the bilateral agreement; extension possible via the Federal Police, total capped at 180 days per year~~ to Visa-free for visits of up to 90 days. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (DE,FR,IT,NL,CH,AL…) changed: from ~~Under the bilateral agreement … Check with the Federal Police before counting on an extension.~~ to Visa-free for visits of up to 90 days, with a maximum stay of 90 days in every 180. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (UA) changed: from ~~under the bilateral agreement … Confirm with the nearest Brazilian consulate…~~ to Visa-free for visits of up to 90 days, with a maximum stay of 90 days in every 180. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (RU) changed: from ~~capped at 90 days per 180-day period (the MRE table gives Russia no 90/180 cap)~~ to Visa-free for visits of up to 90 days. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (JP) changed: from ~~the mutual Japan–Brazil visa exemption resumed on September 30, 2023~~ to Visa-free for visits of up to 90 days. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (PH) changed: from ~~one of the few visa-free long-haul destinations… Confirm with the consulate before booking.~~ to Visa-free for visits of up to 90 days. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (AR,BO,CL,CO,EC,PY…) changed: from ~~Mercosur/associate arrangements … extension possible via the Federal Police, total capped at 180 days per year~~ to Visa-free for visits of up to 90 days; entry is also allowed on a national identity card. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (KZ) changed: from ~~typically … Confirm the current allowance with a Brazilian consulate.~~ to Visa-free for visits of up to 30 days. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (SG) changed: from ~~under the bilateral agreement~~ to Visa-free for visits of up to 30 days. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Passport notes (VE) changed: from ~~Venezuelan citizens can enter visa-free, but with a shorter permitted stay…~~ to Visa-free for visits of up to 60 days; entry is also allowed on a national identity card. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Tip: official eVisa portal changed: from ~~Apply … only through the official portal … (linked from gov.br).~~ to Brazil's eVisa is applied for at brazil.vfsevisa.com, the application site the Government of Canada's travel advice links to. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brazil— Tip: voltage changed: from ~~Check the outlet label before plugging in.~~ to Brazil has more than one mains voltage: the IEC lists both 127 V and 220 V. (iec.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— Visa on arrival fee notes changed: from ~~Payable on arrival in cash — Brunei or Singapore dollars.~~ to BND 20 or BND 30, according to the foreign ministry, which lists the visa as single or multiple entry. (mfa.gov.bn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— Passport validity changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Brunei.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says your passport must be valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Brunei. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— E-Arrival Card changed: from Foreign visitors must submit the E-Arrival Card online before travelling to Brunei — it may be requested at check-in. Register on the Immigration Department's portal imm.gov.bn, then create the card under 'Travel Cards'. You do not need one if you are not passing through immigration. to The UK Foreign Office says you must submit an e-arrival declaration before you travel to Brunei, as it may be requested at check-in, and that you do not need one if you are not passing through immigration. The E-Arrival Card is issued through the Immigration Department's portal after you register. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— Currency limits changed: from ~~The US Department of State gives BND 15,000 (about US$11,000) as Brunei's currency restriction, both on entry and on exit. No Brunei government source we could read states the threshold.~~ to The US Department of State gives BND 15,000 (about US$11,500) as Brunei's currency limit, both on entry and on exit. No Brunei government source we could read states the threshold. (travel.state.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— Tip: drugs changed: from The UK says Brunei's penalties for drug offences are severe and in some cases include the death penalty; Canada says death is the mandatory penalty for many narcotics offences, including trafficking even very small amounts. Never carry anything across the border for someone else. to The UK says Brunei's penalties for drug offences are severe and in some cases include the death penalty; Canada says death is the mandatory penalty for many narcotics offences, including trafficking even very small amounts. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— FAQ: Australians changed: from ~~Australians obtain a visa on arrival, single or multiple entry, for stays up to 30 days. Bring the fee in cash: BND 20 for single entry, BND 30 for multiple entry.~~ to Australians obtain a visa on arrival, single or multiple entry, for stays up to 30 days. The fee is BND 20 for single entry and BND 30 for multiple entry. (mfa.gov.bn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— FAQ: E-Arrival Card changed: from A digital arrival declaration that foreign visitors must submit online before travelling to Brunei: the UK government says it may be requested at check-in, and that you do not need one if you are not passing through immigration. Register on the Immigration Department's portal, imm.gov.bn, then create the card under 'Travel Cards'. to A digital arrival declaration. The UK government says foreign visitors must submit it before travelling to Brunei, that it may be requested at check-in, and that you do not need one if you are not passing through immigration. The card is issued through the Immigration Department's portal after you register. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— FAQ: US stay changed: from ~~US passport holders can enter visa-free for up to 90 days — the most generous tier of Brunei's waiver scheme, shared with Canadian, EU and UK passports.~~ to US passport holders can enter visa-free for up to 90 days. (mfa.gov.bn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— Safety changed: from Brunei has very low crime and is among the safest countries in Southeast Asia. The main considerations are legal and cultural: strict rules on alcohol, drugs and public behavior apply to visitors as well as residents. to The UK Foreign Office says crime levels are low, with occasional petty crime against tourists and house burglaries, and Canada says violent crime is rare. Canada says Brunei's Sharia penal code applies regardless of a person's religion or nationality. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— Best time to visit changed: from Canada's travel advice gives Brunei's rainy (monsoon) seasons as September to January and May to July, so February to April and August fall between them. The CIA World Factbook describes the climate as tropical: hot, humid and rainy. to Canada's travel advice gives Brunei's rainy (monsoon) seasons as September to January and May to July. The CIA World Factbook describes the climate as tropical: hot, humid and rainy. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— Passport notes (AU) changed: from ~~Australian citizens obtain a single- or multiple-entry visa on arrival for stays up to 30 days. Bring the fee in cash: BND 20 for single entry, BND 30 for multiple entry.~~ to Australian citizens obtain a single- or multiple-entry visa on arrival for stays up to 30 days. The fee is BND 20 for single entry and BND 30 for multiple entry. (mfa.gov.bn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— Passport notes (AT, BE, BG, CA, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IS, IE, IT, LV, LI, LT, LU, MT, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE, CH, GB, US) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days — the most generous tier of Brunei's waiver scheme.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days. (mfa.gov.bn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Brunei— Passport notes (MY, NZ, OM, SG, KR, AE) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 30 days. Confirm your exact allowance with a Bruneian mission before planning a long stay.~~ to Visa-free for up to 30 days. (mfa.gov.bn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— Summary (euro clause rested on foreign advice; "enter freely" wording) changed: from Bulgaria is now a full Schengen member (air and sea borders from March 2024, land borders from January 2025) and adopted the euro in January 2026: EU and EFTA citizens enter freely, around 60 visa-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180 across the whole Schengen Area, and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa. to Bulgaria is a full Schengen member (air and sea borders from March 2024, land borders from January 2025): EU and EFTA citizens need no visa, around 60 visa-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180 across the whole Schengen Area, and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa. (mfa.bg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— FAQ: need a visa (ID-card claim not on a page read) changed: from EU, EEA and Swiss citizens enter freely with a passport or ID card. Citizens of around 60 countries — including the US, UK, Canada, Australia and Japan — can visit visa-free for 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area. Everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa from a Bulgarian mission. to EU, EEA and Swiss citizens need no visa. Citizens of around 60 countries — including the US, UK, Canada, Australia and Japan — can visit visa-free for 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area. Everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa from a Bulgarian mission. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— FAQ: ETIAS (wording) changed: from ETIAS is the EU's travel authorization for visa-exempt visitors. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Once mandatory, it will cost €20 (free for under-18s and over-70s) and cover Bulgaria along with the rest of the Schengen Area. to ETIAS is the EU's travel authorization for visa-exempt visitors. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. It will cost €20 (free for under-18s and over-70s) and cover Bulgaria along with the rest of the Schengen Area. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— FAQ: longer stays (residence-permit conversion and extension claims not on a page read) changed: from Apply for a long-stay (type D) visa at the Bulgarian mission in your country of residence, tied to a purpose such as work, study or retirement, and then convert it to a residence permit in Bulgaria. The Schengen short-stay allowance itself cannot be extended. to Apply for a long-stay (type D) visa at a Bulgarian diplomatic or consular mission; a personal interview is obligatory. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs sets the application charge at EUR 100, or EUR 200 for applications under article 15(2) of the Foreigners in the Republic of Bulgaria Act. (mfa.bg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— Tip: Schengen ("no routine checks" with Greece paraphrase replaced by the MFA wording) changed: from ~~Bulgaria is now fully in Schengen. There are no routine checks at land borders with Greece and Romania, and your days in Bulgaria count against the same 90/180 Schengen allowance as France or Germany.~~ to Bulgaria is fully in Schengen: checks on persons at its internal land borders were lifted on 1 January 2025, and since 31 March 2024 days spent in Bulgaria count towards the same 90-days-in-180 Schengen allowance as the rest of the area. (mfa.bg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— Tip: taxis (wording) changed: from The UK Foreign Office reports unlicensed taxis overcharging passengers from Sofia airport: use the official taxi booking office in the arrivals hall, check the licence sticker and tariffs on the window, and check that the meter is working. to The UK Foreign Office reports unlicensed taxis overcharging passengers from Sofia airport and advises taking an official, licensed taxi from the booking office in the arrivals hall, checking the licence sticker and tariffs on the window, and checking that the meter is working. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— Tip: ETIAS official site ("inflated fees" replaced by the EU FAQ wording) changed: from ~~Once ETIAS becomes mandatory, apply only at the official travel-europe.europa.eu site — unofficial sites charge inflated fees for the €20 authorization.~~ to Once ETIAS becomes mandatory, the EU says its official ETIAS website (travel-europe.europa.eu) is the only EU site that takes applications directly, at EUR 20, and that intermediary websites may charge additional fees. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— Type D fee notes (purposes listed were not on the cited page) changed: from ~~For stays over 90 days (work, study, family, retirees, digital nomad-style residence). The one-year long-stay visa for researchers, students and posted workers costs EUR 200.~~ to For stays over 90 days. A long-stay visa applied for under article 15(2) of the Foreigners in the Republic of Bulgaria Act costs EUR 200. (mfa.bg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— Passport validity (EU/EEA ID-card clause not on the cited page) changed: from Non-EU passports must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area, have been issued within the last 10 years, and EU/EEA travelers simply need a passport or ID card valid for the stay. to Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from Bulgaria, have been issued within the last 10 years, and, if you need a visa, have at least 2 blank pages. (mfa.bg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— Travel insurance ("not required for visa-exempt visitors" contradicted by Canada's advice; now attributed) 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 cover is strongly recommended. to Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000, valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. Canada's travel advice says Canadian visitors must present proof of medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in the EU. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— EES ("nothing to submit in advance" contradicted by the EU page) changed: from Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. There is nothing to submit in advance, but allow extra time on your first entry. to Non-EU travelers have their face photo and/or fingerprints recorded in the EU Entry/Exit System the first time they cross a Schengen external border since the system started, and passports are no longer stamped. The EU says this can be quicker if you register some of your data in advance at self-service equipment or in a mobile app, where available. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— ETIAS text (closing advice removed) 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, 2026Bulgaria— Vignette scope ("not just motorways" not on the cited page) changed: from ~~Vehicles up to 3.5 t and M1 motor caravans, on the whole tolled national road network — not just motorways.~~ to Vehicles up to 3.5 t and M1 motor caravans. (bgtoll.bg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— Vignette penalty note ("instead of a fine" not stated) changed: from ~~Compensatory fee a driver caught without a valid e-vignette can pay instead of a fine.~~ to Compensatory fee for vehicles up to 3.5 t and M1 motor caravans, from 1 August 2026. (bgtoll.bg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— Vignette text (camera/windscreen claims not on the cited page) changed: from Bulgaria's e-vignette is registered to the number plate and checked by camera; nothing goes on the windscreen. New euro prices took effect on August 1, 2026. Buy from bgtoll.bg, the BGTOLL app, staffed desks at the main border crossings, self-service terminals or the agency's listed partners. No extra fee should be added anywhere. to Bulgaria's e-vignette is linked to the vehicle's registration number, and its validity can be checked on bgtoll.bg. New euro prices took effect on 1 August 2026. Buy from bgtoll.bg, the mobile app, staffed desks at the main border crossings and regional road administrations, self-service terminals or the agency's partner network, at the designated price without additional fees; online, an e-vig… (bgtoll.bg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— Safety text ("safe destination overall" and road claim not on an official page) changed: from Bulgaria is a safe destination overall. Watch for pickpocketing in Sofia and at busy Black Sea resorts, taxi overcharging (the UK Foreign Office advises official, licensed taxis, and at Sofia airport the official taxi booking office in the arrivals hall), and occasional rough road conditions outside main routes. to The UK Foreign Office warns of pickpockets and bag thefts in tourist areas, on public transport and at transport hubs, and of unlicensed taxis overcharging passengers from Sofia airport; it advises taking an official, licensed taxi from the booking office in the arrivals hall. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Bulgaria— Passport row 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. | A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; fees are higher (€90) and processing is slower. | Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. Temporary protection arrangements for those fleeing the war are separate. | The EU suspended Vanuatu’s visa waiver over its citizenship-by-investment scheme; a Schengen short-stay visa is required. to No visa needed: EU citizens have free-movement rights. | A Schengen short-stay visa is required; the application fee is EUR 90. | Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. | Vanuatu is listed in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, so a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Burkina Faso— Summary changed: from ~~visas for US citizens are suspended~~ to Apart from ECOWAS citizens, who enter without a visa, visitors to Burkina Faso need a visa, applied for online or through a Burkinabè embassy; since 30 December 2025 the government applies equivalent visa measures to US nationals in reciprocity for US visa restrictions. The UK and Canadian governments advise against all travel because of the threat of terrorism and kidnapping. (gouvernement.gov.bf )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Burkina Faso— Embassy tourist visa fee notes changed: from ~~Paying by card or mobile money adds the payment operator's charge.~~ to Tourist visa, single or multiple entry at the same fee. Applies to tourists and festival visitors; a booking of at least three nights at a Burkinabè hotel is required. Free of charge for nationals of African countries since the Council of Ministers decision of 11 September 2025, though they still need the visa itself. (visaburkina.bf )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Burkina Faso— eVisa tourist fee notes changed: from ~~Paying by card or mobile money adds the payment operator's charge.~~ to Tourist visa, single or multiple entry at the same fee. Applies to tourists and festival visitors; a booking of at least three nights at a Burkinabè hotel is required. Free of charge for nationals of African countries since the Council of Ministers decision of 11 September 2025, though they still need the visa itself. (visaburkina.bf )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Burkina Faso— Safety changed: from ~~Jihadist groups contest large parts of the country … the situation can change quickly.~~ to The UK and Canadian governments advise against all travel to Burkina Faso. Canada says terrorist attacks are highly likely, particularly in areas controlled by terrorist groups, that kidnapping is a threat, and that a state of emergency is in effect in eight regions; the UK says attacks on major roads and transport routes are increasing. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Burkina Faso— Driving changed: from ~~…are set by national road law and have not been checked for Burkina Faso yet.~~ to Burkina Faso 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, 2026Burkina Faso— Tip: do not travel changed: from ~~If travel is unavoidable, arrange professional security support and keep plans flexible.~~ to The UK and Canadian governments both advise against all travel to Burkina Faso because of the threat of terrorism and kidnapping and the unstable political situation. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Burkina Faso— Tip: yellow card changed: from ~~Carry the yellow card with your passport.~~ to A yellow fever certificate is required to enter Burkina Faso: the UK FCDO says you must have one to pass border control. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Burkina Faso— Tip: visa changed: from ~~Apply for your visa well in advance —~~ to A tourist visa costs FCFA 66,000 and needs a booking of at least three nights at a Burkinabè hotel, health insurance for the whole stay and a medical certificate. (visaburkina.bf )(opens in a new tab)