Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026Costa Rica— Passport notes (22 rows) changed: from ~~Restricted nationality — a restricted visa is required, which only Costa Rica's Restricted Visa Commission (Comisión de Visas Restringidas) can approve; allow extra processing time.~~ to Restricted nationality: a restricted visa is required (fourth group of Costa Rica's November 2025 visa directives), but holders of a valid multiple-entry US or Canadian visa or residence, a multiple-entry Schengen C or D visa, or a residence permit from the UK, the EU, Iceland, Norway or Switzerland can enter without a Costa Rican visa, for no longer than that visa or residence is valid. (migracion.go.cr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Costa Rica— Passport notes (72 rows) changed: from ~~A consular visa is required, applied for through a Costa Rican consulate before travel. Costa Rica's nationality groupings change periodically. Confirm with a consulate before booking.~~ to A consular visa is required, applied for through a Costa Rican consulate before travel (third group of Costa Rica's November 2025 visa directives), but holders of a valid multiple-entry US or Canadian visa or residence, a multiple-entry Schengen C or D visa, or a residence permit from the UK, the EU, Iceland, Norway or Switzerland can enter without a Costa Rican visa, for no longer than that visa or residence is valid. (migracion.go.cr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Costa Rica— Passport notes (30 rows) changed: from ~~Visa-free for a shorter stay (second-group nationality, typically up to 30 days on entry, extendable in-country). Groupings change periodically. Confirm with a consulate before booking.~~ to Visa-free for up to 30 days, extendable to a total of 90 days: this nationality is in the second group of Costa Rica's November 2025 visa directives. A passport valid for at least 90 days is required. (migracion.go.cr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (CF, TD, MR, PH, CG, SC, SG) changed: from ~~; confirm it with an Ivorian mission before travel.~~ to . (diplomatie.gouv.ci )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (MA, TN) changed: from ~~; confirm it with an Ivorian mission before a long visit.~~ to . (diplomatie.gouv.ci )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— visaPolicy.byPassport.AF.notes changed: from ~~Pre-enroll online for the biometric eVisa (SNEDAI) and collect it on arrival at Abidjan airport. Entry by land or through other airports requires an embassy visa instead.~~ to Pre-enroll online for the biometric e-Visa through SNEDAI (73 euros, three months, multiple entry) and collect it on arrival at Abidjan airport. Visas are also issued through Ivorian embassies. (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— summary changed: from ECOWAS citizens enter Côte d'Ivoire freely, while most other visitors pre-enroll online for the biometric eVisa (about EUR 73) and collect it on arrival at Abidjan airport — arrivals by land or through other airports need an embassy visa, and a yellow fever certificate is required from everyone. to ECOWAS citizens enter Côte d'Ivoire without a visa, while most other visitors pre-enroll online for the biometric e-Visa (73 euros) and collect it on arrival at Abidjan airport, or apply through an Ivorian embassy. The UK government says a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required to enter. (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~E-visa applicants must upload proof of a round-trip flight booking when they pre-enrol — without it the application is rejected. No official source states an onward-ticket check for other arrivals.~~ to E-visa applicants must upload proof of a round-trip flight booking when they pre-enrol — without it the application is rejected. No official source we could read states an onward-ticket check for other arrivals. (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Abidjan, Yamoussoukro and the coast see most visitors. Armed break-ins and street hold-ups occur in Abidjan, though not commonly, so use taxi apps and avoid walking after dark. The FCDO advises against all travel within 40 km of the Burkina Faso and Mali borders, to the northern Zanzan and Savanes provinces and to Comoé National Park because of terrorism and kidnapping, and against all but esse... to The UK FCDO says armed break-ins and street hold-ups occur in Abidjan, though not commonly, and advises using taxi apps or pre-arranged private taxis and not walking after dark. It advises against all travel within 40 km of the Burkina Faso and Mali borders, to the northern Zanzan and Savanes provinces and to Comoé National Park because of terrorism and kidnapping, and against all but essential travel within 20 km of the Liberian border. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit.text changed: from Canada's travel advice gives the rainy seasons as May to July and October to November on the southern coast, mid-March to mid-May and mid-July to mid-October in the centre, and July to November in the north. No official source names a best season; the months shown fall outside the coastal rains. to Canada's travel advice gives the rainy seasons as May to July and October to November on the southern coast, mid-March to mid-May and mid-July to mid-October in the centre, and July to November in the north. No official source we could read names a best season. (diplomatie.gouv.ci )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from Côte d'Ivoire 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 Côte d'Ivoire yet. to Côte d'Ivoire 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. 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, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— tips.evisa-abidjan-only.text changed: from ~~The eVisa is only issued on arrival at Abidjan airport — if you enter by land or through another airport, you need a visa from an embassy before travel.~~ to SNEDAI describes e-Visa enrolment only at Abidjan airport's 'Visa aéroport' area, where your fingerprints and photo are taken and the visa is printed on the spot. (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— tips.yellow-card.text changed: from You must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Côte d'Ivoire, and Australia's Smartraveller says you may be asked to show it when you leave, including by some airlines. Keep it with your passport. to The UK government says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Côte d'Ivoire, and Australia's Smartraveller says you may be asked to show it when you leave, including by some airlines. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— tips.snedai-official-only.text changed: from ~~Apply for the e-visa only through the official service that Canada's travel advice links to, snedai.com.~~ to SNEDAI states that its site, snedai.com, is the only one officially recognised and approved by the State of Côte d'Ivoire for visa applications. (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— faq.do-i-need-visa.answer changed: from ECOWAS citizens enter freely without a visa, and so do citizens of Morocco, Tunisia, Mauritania, Chad, the Central African Republic, the Republic of the Congo, Seychelles, Singapore and the Philippines. Almost everyone else needs one — for arrivals at Abidjan airport, pre-enroll online for the eVisa (about EUR 73) and collect the biometric visa at the dedicated counter on landing; for land bord... to ECOWAS citizens enter without a visa, and so do citizens of Morocco, Tunisia, Mauritania, Chad, the Central African Republic, the Republic of the Congo, Seychelles, Singapore and the Philippines under the 2013 biometric-visa order. Almost everyone else needs one: pre-enroll online for the e-Visa (73 euros) and collect the biometric visa on arrival at Abidjan airport, or apply through an Ivorian embassy. (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— faq.how-evisa-works.answer changed: from You pre-enroll and pay online through the official SNEDAI service, upload your details, and receive a pre-enrollment approval by email within a few business days. On arrival at Abidjan Félix-Houphouët-Boigny Airport you go to the eVisa counter before immigration, where your biometrics are taken and the visa is placed in your passport. to You pre-enroll and pay 73 euros online through SNEDAI, uploading your passport identity page, a round-trip flight booking and an invitation letter or accommodation certificate. SNEDAI says the authorities' answer arrives by email within 48 working hours, though checks can take longer. On arrival at Abidjan airport you go to the 'Visa aéroport' area, where your fingerprints and photo are taken and the visa is printed and issued immediately. (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— faq.land-border-entry.answer changed: from ~~No. The pre-enrolled eVisa is issued only at Abidjan airport. Travelers entering from Ghana, Liberia, Guinea, Mali or Burkina Faso by land need a visa from an embassy before traveling.~~ to SNEDAI describes e-Visa enrolment and issue only at Abidjan airport. No official source we could read states which visa applies to travellers entering by land. (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— faq.yellow-fever-required.answer changed: from Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required to enter Côte d'Ivoire, whatever country you arrive from; e-visa holders must show it at Abidjan airport together with their passport and pre-enrolment approval. to Yes. The UK government says you must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Côte d'Ivoire, and SNEDAI lists it among the documents e-visa holders must present at Abidjan airport. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— faq.is-ci-safe.answer changed: from Canada, the UK and Australia all warn of a terrorist threat throughout the country, highest in the northern regions bordering Mali and Burkina Faso, where Australia advises against all travel to the Folon, Bagoué, Poro, Bounkani and Tchologo regions and the north of Zanzan and Savanes. Check current advisories before travelling. to Canada, the UK and Australia all warn of a terrorist threat throughout the country, highest in the northern regions bordering Mali and Burkina Faso, where Australia advises against all travel to the Folon, Bagoué, Poro, Bounkani and Tchologo regions and the north of Zanzan and Savanes. (diplomatie.gouv.ci )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— IE/DE/FR/ES/IT/PT… passport notes changed: from ~~EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa; register if staying over 3 months.~~ to EU citizens can travel to Croatia without a visa on a valid passport or national identity card, according to the EU's Your Europe portal. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— CH/IS/LI/NO passport notes changed: from ~~EFTA citizens enjoy free movement equivalent to EU citizens.~~ to No visa needed: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland are members of the Schengen area, which Croatia joined in full on 1 January 2023, according to the European Commission and Croatia's Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— UA passport notes changed: from ~~Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. Temporary protection arrangements for those fleeing the war are separate.~~ to Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— RU passport notes changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; fees are higher (€90) and processing is slower.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Croatian embassy or visa center serving your place of residence; the standard fee is €90. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— VU passport notes changed: from ~~The EU suspended Vanuatu’s visa waiver over its citizenship-by-investment scheme; a Schengen short-stay visa is required.~~ to Vanuatu is listed among the nationalities that need a visa in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, as amended; a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— visaPolicy.defaultStayWindow.text changed: from 90 days in any rolling 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area rather than per country. The day you arrive counts as the first day and the day you leave counts as the last. Leaving and coming back does not reset the allowance: on any given day, days already spent anywhere in the area during the preceding 180 still count against the 90. to 90 days in any 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area: Croatia's Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs says third-country nationals, whether or not they need a visa, may stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period, and that time spent in Croatia is added to time spent in the other Schengen states. The remaining days can be checked with the EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) web tool. (mvep.gov.hr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— visaTypes[schengen-c].fee.notes changed: from ~~Children 6–11: €45; under 6: free. Fee set EU-wide since June 11, 2024.~~ to Croatia's Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs waives the fee for children up to 12, close family members of Croatian citizens, family members of EEA and Swiss citizens travelling with them, pupils, students and accompanying teachers travelling to study, and researchers; the Visa Code otherwise sets €45 for children aged 6–11. Fee set EU-wide since June 11, 2024. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— visaTypes[work].fee.notes changed: from Long-stay (D) visa fee for holders of a stay-and-work permit, which the employer in Croatia usually applies for; a VFS Global service fee is added at a visa centre. The D visa is an entry visa for third-country nationals already granted temporary stay (or a stay-and-work permit): valid up to six months for one or more entries, it allows up to 30 days in Croatia, within which you register with the… to Long-stay (D) visa fee for holders of a stay-and-work permit; a VFS Global service fee is added at a visa centre. The D visa is an entry visa for third-country nationals already granted temporary stay (or a stay-and-work permit): valid up to six months for one or more entries, it allows up to 30 days in Croatia, within which you register with the police and collect the biometric residence permit. (mvep.gov.hr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— 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; the UK government says British travellers may be asked to show proof of travel insurance at Croatian border control. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— 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 no mandatory advance step (where a self-service kiosk or a national app is offered, some data can be pre-registered to speed things up), 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 no mandatory advance step; where a self-service kiosk or a national app is offered, some data can be pre-registered to speed things up. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— 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, 2026Croatia— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from ~~Croatia is one of Europe's safest destinations, with low crime even in peak tourist season. Petty theft can occur in crowded old towns and on beaches.~~ to The UK government's travel advice says crime levels are low and violent crime is rare, and that pickpockets operate in tourist areas. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— countryFacts.driving.idp.text changed: from ~~Croatia 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 Croatia is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic. Canada's travel advice says visitors can drive with a valid Canadian licence and should carry an International Driving Permit. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from Croatia 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 Croatia yet. to Croatia is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic. Canada's travel advice says visitors can drive with a valid Canadian licence and should carry an International Driving Permit; the UK government says a UK photocard licence can be used in Croatia for up to one year. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— tips[90-180-rule].text changed: from ~~The 90-day limit counts across the entire Schengen Area, not just Croatia — days spent in Italy or Slovenia count against the same allowance.~~ to The 90-day limit counts across the entire Schengen Area, not just Croatia: Croatia's Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs says time spent in Croatia is added to time spent in the other Schengen states. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— faq[etias-when].answer changed: from ETIAS for visa-exempt travelers is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Once mandatory, the €20 online authorization will be required before boarding. Check the official EU website for the current status. to ETIAS for visa-exempt travelers is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Once in operation, the €20 travel authorization will be required for visa-exempt travelers to enter. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— 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, and applications are decided within 15–45 calendar days. to The Schengen short-stay visa costs €90 for adults; Croatia's Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs waives the fee for children up to 12. It allows stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries, and applications are decided within 15 calendar days, extendable to 45. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Croatia— 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, 2026Cuba— Summary changed: from ~~Almost every visitor … plus mandatory travel medical insurance … Only a short list of countries, mostly Russia, China and Cuba's Caribbean neighbors, is exempt.~~ to Tourists visiting Cuba need a tourist card (tourist visa), which Cuba's foreign ministry issues for a single entry and a 90-day stay, extendable once for the same period, and which can be applied for online. Every traveler must also complete the D'Viajeros arrival form, and Canada's travel advice says you must show proof of medical insurance on entry. (cubaminrex.cu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Travel insurance changed: from ~~This is Canada's travel advice; Australia's says the same.~~ to Canada's travel advice says you must be able to show proof of medical insurance on entry to Cuba, and that if you have none, or the immigration authorities do not accept the proof you show, you may have to buy cover from a Cuban insurer on arrival, which may be limited. No Cuban government page we could read states the rule. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— D'Viajeros declaration changed: from ~~free … a combined immigration, customs and health declaration … It is separate from the tourist card and does not replace it.~~ to Every traveler must complete the online arrival form on the D'Viajeros portal within 72 hours before entering Cuba and show the QR code it generates on arrival, electronically or printed. Holders of an electronic visa enter its code on the form, and airlines check that the form has been completed at check-in. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Currency rules changed: from ~~…so change back unspent pesos before you leave.~~ to Declare foreign currency worth more than USD 5,000 when you bring it into Cuba. The Cuban peso cannot be exchanged outside Cuba, and exchanging money anywhere other than a Cadeca exchange house is illegal. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Payments changed: from ~~Cuba runs on cash for visitors. … change money only at official exchange points.~~ to The UK FCDO says Cuba's Central Bank has announced that international cards such as Visa and Mastercard are no longer accepted, that you cannot withdraw cash from ATMs with an international card, and that the available payment methods are cash and Cuban prepaid cards. It advises bringing enough cash, US dollars or euros, for the whole stay and for emergencies, and says exchanging money anywhere other than a Cadeca exchange house is illegal. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Safety changed: from ~~…severe shortages of fuel, water, food and medicines…~~ to The FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Cuba. Repeated collapses of the national electricity grid and shortages of fuel, electricity, water and basic necessities disrupt transport, medical care and communications, and have led to frequent protests. Cuba's international airports have run out of aviation fuel, only Terminal 3 at Havana's José Martí airport is operating, and several airlines have suspended flights. Opportunistic crime is rising, including muggings in Havana, though overall levels remain lower than in the UK. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Driving changed: from ~~…are set by national road law and have not been checked for Cuba yet.~~ to Cuba 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. 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, 2026Cuba— Tip: US visa waiver changed: from ~~Visiting Cuba costs you the US visa waiver: anyone who has traveled to Cuba since January 12, 2021 … Plan any US trip around that before you book.~~ to Australia's travel advice says that if you have travelled to Cuba since January 2021, you are not eligible for the US Visa Waiver Program, and the UK FCDO says you cannot travel from Cuba to the USA without a US visa. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Tip: US travellers changed: from ~~"support for the Cuban people" is the usual one … Keep records … for five years.~~ to US regulations (31 CFR 515.560) authorize travel-related transactions with Cuba only for 12 categories of activity, including support for the Cuban people, and nothing in them authorizes tourist travel. Records of the travel transactions must be kept for at least 10 years (31 CFR 501.601). (ecfr.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Tip: D'Viajeros QR code changed: from ~~keep the QR code (a screenshot works)~~ to Fill in the D'Viajeros form in the 72 hours before you arrive. The UK FCDO says to show the QR code on arrival in electronic or printed form, and to download or print the completed form, as wifi may not be available on arrival. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Tip: insurance proof changed: from ~~Carry a printed insurance certificate…~~ to Canada's travel advice says you must show proof of medical insurance on entry, and that if you cannot show acceptable proof, you may have to buy cover from a Cuban insurer on arrival. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— FAQ: Do I need a visa? changed: from ~~Almost certainly yes … Only a short list of countries — including Russia, China, Belarus, Serbia and several Caribbean neighbors — is exempt.~~ to Tourists need a tourist card (tarjeta del turista), which Cuba's foreign ministry calls a tourist visa. It is valid for a single entry and a 90-day stay, extendable once for the same period, and can be applied for online through the eVisa-Cuba site or at a Cuban consulate. No official source we could read lists the nationalities exempt from it. (cubaminrex.cu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— FAQ: Can US citizens travel to Cuba? changed: from ~~most commonly "support for the Cuban people" … cannot use US-issued bank cards … keep records of the trip for five years.~~ to Not as tourists. US regulations (31 CFR 515.560) authorize travel-related transactions with Cuba only for 12 categories of activity, including support for the Cuban people, and nothing in them authorizes tourist travel; records must be kept for at least 10 years (31 CFR 501.601). You still need the tourist card, and the UK FCDO says international cards such as Visa and Mastercard are no longer accepted in Cuba. (ecfr.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— FAQ: Does visiting Cuba affect ESTA? changed: from ~~Anyone who has visited Cuba on or after January 12, 2021 … This applies to all nationalities … consider the order of your trips carefully.~~ to Australia's travel advice says that if you have travelled to Cuba since January 2021, you are not eligible for the US Visa Waiver Program, and the UK FCDO says you cannot travel from Cuba to the USA without a US visa. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— FAQ: Is travel insurance mandatory? changed: from ~~Yes. Canada's and Australia's travel advice both say…~~ to Canada's travel advice says you must show proof of medical insurance to enter Cuba, and that if you cannot, or your proof is not accepted, you may have to buy cover from a Cuban insurer on arrival. No Cuban government page we could read states the rule. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— FAQ: What is D'Viajeros? changed: from ~~free … covering immigration, customs and health information … at dviajeros.mitrans.gob.cu~~ to It is Cuba's online arrival form. The UK FCDO says you must complete it on the D'Viajeros portal within 72 hours before entering Cuba and show the QR code it emails you on arrival; airlines check it at check-in. Holders of an electronic visa enter its code on the form. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— FAQ: Can I extend my stay? changed: from ~~…normally … at an immigration office before it expires. Overstaying causes problems on departure, so apply a few days early — your accommodation host can usually point you to the right office.~~ to Yes. Cuba's foreign ministry says the tourist card can be extended once for the same period of 90 days, and that for the procedure you should ask at your hotel's desk or go directly to the immigration authorities. The UK FCDO says you could be detained if you overstay. (cubaminrex.cu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Passport notes (AF,AL,DZ,AD,AO,AR…) changed: from ~~If the online system does not accept your nationality, apply through a Cuban consulate.~~ to A tourist card (tourist visa) is required. Apply online through the eVisa-Cuba site or at a Cuban consulate, then complete the D'Viajeros arrival form before you travel. Canada's travel advice says you must show proof of medical insurance on entry. (cubaminrex.cu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Passport notes (AG,BB,BY,CN,DM,GD…) changed: from ~~under a bilateral agreement. The usual allowance is 30 days. … confirm the current terms with a Cuban consulate before booking.~~ to No official source we could read states the length of stay or the terms of this exemption. (cubaminrex.cu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Passport notes (CA) changed: from ~~like everyone else~~ to Canadians need a tourist visa (tourist card), which allows a stay of 90 days and can be extended once for the same period. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Passport notes (RU) changed: from ~~Russian citizens enter Cuba without a tourist card for stays of up to 90 days.~~ to No official source we could read states the length of stay or the terms of this exemption. (cubaminrex.cu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cuba— Passport notes (US) changed: from ~~records must be kept for five years. US-issued bank cards do not work in Cuba, so bring cash.~~ to US citizens need the tourist card. US regulations authorize travel-related transactions with Cuba only for 12 categories of activity and do not authorize tourist travel; records must be kept for at least 10 years. The UK FCDO says international cards such as Visa and Mastercard are no longer accepted in Cuba. (ecfr.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— summary changed: from Cyprus is an EU member but not part of the Schengen Area, so it runs its own national visa policy aligned with the EU visa-free list: EU/EEA citizens enter freely, Schengen-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180 (which do not count against the Schengen allowance), and holders of valid multiple-entry Schengen visas can generally enter without a separate Cypriot visa. to Cyprus is an EU member but not part of the Schengen Area, so it runs its own national visa policy aligned with the EU visa-free list: EU/EEA citizens enter freely, Schengen-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180 (which do not count against the Schengen allowance), and holders of valid double- or multiple-entry Schengen visas can enter without a separate Cypriot visa (except Turkish and Azerbaijani citizens). (mfa.gov.cy )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (102 rows: AF,DZ,AO,AM,AZ,BH,BD,BY,BZ,BJ,BT,BO…) changed: from A Cypriot national short-stay visa is required, from the Cypriot mission serving your place of residence. Holders of a valid double- or multiple-entry Schengen visa already used in the Schengen Area can generally enter without a separate Cypriot visa. to A Cypriot national short-stay visa is required, from the Cypriot mission serving your place of residence. Holders of a valid double- or multiple-entry Schengen visa, or of a national visa or residence permit issued by a Schengen state, do not need a Cypriot visa for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period; this does not apply to Turkish and Azerbaijani citizens. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (26 rows: AT,BE,BG,HR,CZ,DK,EE,FI,FR,DE,GR,HU…) changed: from ~~EU citizens can enter Cyprus with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa; register if staying over 3 months.~~ to No visa needed: EU citizens can enter Cyprus with their identity card, as long as it bears their photo. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Home country. No entry requirements for Cypriot citizens.~~ to Home country. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (4 rows: IS,LI,NO,CH) changed: from ~~EEA and Swiss citizens enjoy free movement equivalent to EU citizens.~~ to No visa needed: citizens of Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway can enter Cyprus with their identity card, as long as it bears their photo. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Cyprus suspended visa facilitation for Russian citizens in line with EU policy. A Cypriot national visa from a Cypriot mission is required, with higher fees and slower processing.~~ to A Cypriot national short-stay visa is required, from the Cypriot mission serving your place of residence. Holders of a valid double- or multiple-entry Schengen visa, or of a national visa or residence permit issued by a Schengen state, do not need a Cypriot visa for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~In line with the EU's suspension of Vanuatu's visa waiver over its citizenship-by-investment scheme, a Cypriot national visa is required.~~ to Vanuatu is on the EU list of countries whose nationals need a visa, which Cyprus applies, so a Cypriot national visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— visaTypes.cyprus-short-stay.fee.notes changed: from Children aged 6–12: €45; under 6: free. €35 for nationals of countries with an EU visa facilitation agreement. Extending a visa for serious personal reasons costs €30; an extension for force majeure or humanitarian reasons is free. to Children aged 6–12: €45; under 6: free. €35 for nationals of countries with an EU visa facilitation agreement. A visa extension costs €30. (gov.cy )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— entryRequirements.passportValidity.text changed: from ~~Non-EU passports should be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from Cyprus, in line with EU practice. EU/EEA travelers need a passport or ID card valid for the stay.~~ to The Ministry of Foreign Affairs requires visa applicants' passports to be valid for at least 3 months after the intended date of departure from Cyprus and to have been issued within the previous 10 years; the UK FCDO gives the same rules for visa-free visitors. EU, Swiss, Icelandic, Liechtenstein and Norwegian citizens can enter with an identity card that bears their photo. (gov.cy )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— entryRequirements.travelInsurance.text changed: from Visa applicants must show travel medical insurance covering the stay (EU-style €30,000 cover is the safe benchmark). Visa-exempt visitors are not required to show it, but cover is strongly recommended. to Visa applicants must show travel medical insurance for the period of stay in Cyprus, with minimum cover of €30,000. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~Border officers may ask non-EU visitors for proof of return or onward travel and accommodation details.~~ to The UK FCDO says that at Cyprus border control you may need to show a return or onward ticket. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds.text changed: from ~~No fixed amount is published for tourists; border officers may ask visitors to show sufficient means for their stay, and visa applicants must document funds.~~ to No official source we could read states a fixed amount. The UK FCDO says that at Cyprus border control you may need to prove that you have enough money for your stay. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— entryRequirements.declarations.etias.fee.notes changed: from ~~Free for under-18s and over-70s. Valid 3 years or until passport expiry.~~ to Some travellers are exempt from the fee. Valid 3 years or until passport expiry. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— entryRequirements.declarations.etias.text changed: from Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter Cyprus. 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 Cyprus. 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. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— countryFacts.payments.text changed: from No official source we could find describes how widely cards are accepted in Cyprus. Canada's travel advice notes that credit card and ATM fraud occurs, and that the Turkish lira is in circulation in the north. to No official source we could find describes how widely cards are accepted in Cyprus. Canada's travel advice notes that credit card and ATM fraud occurs. (mfa.gov.cy )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from ~~Cyprus has low crime and is very safe for visitors. The main considerations are summer heat, strong sun, and care around the UN buffer zone — photography of military areas is prohibited.~~ to Canada advises normal security precautions in Cyprus and a high degree of caution in the north, and says petty crime such as pickpocketing and purse snatching occurs, particularly in urban areas. It says entering the UN buffer zone needs authorisation from the UN peacekeeping force except in civil use areas. The UK FCDO says there is a high risk of wildfires from April to October. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit.text changed: from No official seasonal guidance for visitors. Australia's Smartraveller notes a long dry season from May to October, when forest and grass fires are a risk, and says summer heatwaves are becoming more frequent. to No official seasonal guidance for visitors. Australia's Smartraveller says forest fires are common from May to October and that heatwaves are becoming more frequent over the summer months. (mfa.gov.cy )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— tips.left-driving.text changed: from Traffic drives on the left in Cyprus, according to Canada's travel advice and the US CDC. Canada adds that vehicle insurance bought in the Republic of Cyprus is not valid in the north, including for rental cars. to Traffic drives on the left in Cyprus, according to Canada's travel advice. Canada adds that vehicle insurance bought in the Republic of Cyprus is not valid in the north, including for rental cars. (mfa.gov.cy )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— faq.need-visa.answer changed: from EU, EEA and Swiss citizens enter freely with a passport or ID card. Nationalities on the EU visa-free list — including the US, UK, Canada and Australia — get 90 days in any 180-day period. Others need a Cypriot national short-stay visa from a Cypriot mission, or can generally enter with a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa. to EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can enter with an identity card that bears their photo. Nationalities on the EU visa-free list — including the US, UK, Canada and Australia — get 90 days in any 180-day period. Others need a Cypriot national short-stay visa from a Cypriot mission, or can enter with a valid double- or multiple-entry Schengen visa (except Turkish and Azerbaijani citizens). (mfa.gov.cy )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— faq.schengen-visa-ok.answer changed: from Generally yes — Cyprus accepts valid double- or multiple-entry Schengen visas that have already been used to enter the Schengen Area, without a separate Cypriot visa. Confirm your specific case with a Cypriot mission before travel, as single-entry visas do not qualify. to Yes, in most cases. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says holders of a valid double- or multiple-entry Schengen visa, or of a national visa or residence permit issued by a Schengen state, do not need a Cypriot short-stay visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Turkish and Azerbaijani citizens are excluded from this rule, and a single-entry Schengen visa does not qualify. (mfa.gov.cy )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Cyprus— faq.driving-side.answer changed: from ~~The left. Canada's travel advice and the US CDC both say traffic drives on the left in Cyprus. Canada adds that you must be at least 18 to drive and can use a Canadian licence for up to 6 months.~~ to The left. Canada's travel advice says traffic drives on the left in Cyprus. Canada adds that you must be at least 18 to drive and can use a Canadian licence for up to 6 months. (mfa.gov.cy )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Student visa fee notes changed: from ~~For courses longer than 90 days; needs proof of enrollment at a Czech institution, accommodation, funds and health insurance. Some study categories are fee-exempt.~~ to For courses longer than 90 days. Taiwanese citizens studying at universities registered by the Czech Ministry of Education, or on a Czech government scholarship, pay no fee. (mzv.gov.cz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Employee Card fee notes changed: from ~~Combined work and residence permit for employment over 90 days; requires a job listed in the central vacancy register and an employer in Czechia.~~ to A long-stay (type D) permit; the Foreign Ministry's fee schedule lists it at CZK 5,000. (mzv.gov.cz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Travel insurance 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. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Onward ticket changed: from ~~Border officers may ask non-EU visitors for proof of return or onward travel and accommodation details.~~ to The Czech Foreign Ministry asks Schengen visa applicants for proof of accommodation and a document proving their intention to leave the Schengen Area, mostly an air ticket reservation. (mzv.gov.cz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Proof of funds changed: from Non-EU visitors may be asked to show sufficient funds for their stay. The Foreign Ministry sets the amount from the Czech existential minimum: at least CZK 1,565 per day for stays of up to 30 days, and CZK 46,950 plus CZK 6,260 for each full month for longer stays. A bank statement with an internationally accepted bank card, a prepaid voucher or an officially verified invitation can serve as proof. to Non-EU visitors must possess sufficient funds for their stay. The Foreign Ministry sets the amount from the Czech existential minimum: at least CZK 1,565 per day for stays of up to 30 days, and CZK 46,950 plus CZK 6,260 for each full month for longer stays. A bank statement with an internationally accepted bank card, a prepaid voucher or an officially verified invitation can serve as proof. (mzv.gov.cz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— EES 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 on your first crossing since the EES started; the EU says it can be quicker if you register some of your data in advance. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— ETIAS 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, 2026Czechia— ETIAS fee notes changed: from ~~Free for under-18s and over-70s. Valid 3 years or until passport expiry.~~ to No official page we could read states ETIAS fee exemptions or validity. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Customs notes changed: from Entering from outside the EU, the duty-free allowance is 200 cigarettes (or 100 cigarillos, 50 cigars or 250 g of tobacco), 1 litre of spirits over 22% (or 2 litres of fortified or sparkling wine), 4 litres of still wine, 16 litres of beer, and other goods worth up to €300 (€430 by air or sea), according to the EU’s Your Europe portal. | Arriving from another EU country, you pay no duty on alcohol and tobacco bought for your own use; above guideline levels (such as 800 cigarettes or 10 litres of spirits) customs may ask you to show they are for personal use. to Entering from outside the EU, the duty-free allowance is 200 cigarettes (or 100 cigarillos, 50 cigars or 250 g of tobacco), 1 litre of spirits over 22% (or 2 litres of fortified or sparkling wine), 4 litres of still wine, 16 litres of beer, and other goods worth up to €300 (€430 by air or sea), according to the EU’s Your Europe portal. | The EU's Your Europe portal says that when you arrive from another EU country you pay no duty on alcohol and tobacco bought for your own use, and that above guideline values (such as 800 cigarettes or 10 litres of spirits) customs may ask you to prove they are for your own use. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Tip: taxis changed: from The Government of Canada and the UK FCDO advise against hailing taxis on the street in Prague to avoid overcharging. Use a taxi stand, a reputable taxi company or a trusted ride-hailing app, and check the rates displayed on the taxi before getting in. to The Government of Canada and the UK FCDO advise against hailing taxis on the street in Prague. Canada advises using only officially marked taxis, reputable taxi companies or a trusted ride-sharing app, and the FCDO says to check the rates on the side of the taxi before getting in. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Tip: EES changed: from ~~First-time EES biometric registration can add wait time at airports. Arrive with margin on your first Schengen entry.~~ to On your first crossing of a Schengen external border since the EES started, your fingerprints and photo are recorded at passport control. The EU says the process can be quicker if you register some of your data in advance. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— FAQ: ETIAS changed: from ETIAS for visa-exempt travelers is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Once mandatory, the €20 online authorization will be required before boarding. Check the official EU website for the current status. to ETIAS for visa-exempt travelers is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Once it starts, the application fee is EUR 20. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— FAQ: length of stay 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. EU and EFTA citizens need no visa. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Safety changed: from ~~Czechia is one of Europe's safest destinations. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing in central Prague, taxi overcharging and rigged currency exchanges.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says petty theft is a problem, especially in major tourist areas in Prague, and passes on Prague city police advice to change money only at an exchange office or bank because money changed on the street is often counterfeit. Canada's travel advice says violent crime is low and petty crime such as pickpocketing is common. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Road vignette changed: from Czech motorways use an electronic vignette linked to the number plate. Nothing goes on the windscreen. Low-emission vehicles pay a reduced eco price (70–150 CZK for 10 days, 640–1,280 CZK for a year, depending on the drivetrain). Police and the customs administration check plates by camera on the road and at rest areas. to Czech motorways use an electronic vignette checked against the vehicle's licence plate. Low-emission vehicles pay a reduced eco price (70–150 CZK for 10 days, 640–1,280 CZK for a year, depending on the fuel system). The Police and the Customs Administration check plates with camera-equipped patrol cars on the toll road, at control gates and at rest stops and parking lots. (edalnice.gov.cz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Passport notes (IE, DE, FR, ES, IT, PT, NL, PL, RO, AT, BE, BG, HR, CY, DK, EE, FI, GR, HU, LV, LT, LU, MT, SK, SI, SE) changed: from ~~EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa; register if staying over 3 months.~~ to EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Passport notes (UA) changed: from ~~Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. Temporary protection arrangements for those fleeing the war are separate.~~ to Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Passport notes (RU) changed: from A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; fees are higher (€90) and processing is slower. Czechia has suspended visa issuance to Russian citizens for most purposes. Check the MFA for current rules. to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, at the standard €90 fee. The Czech Foreign Ministry says Czechia restricts visa services for Russian citizens in response to the aggression against Ukraine, and since 3 July 2024 recognizes only biometric Russian passports (children under 15 excepted). (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Czechia— Passport notes (IN) changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Czech embassy or visa center (VFS Global) serving your place of residence.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Czech embassy or visa center serving your place of residence. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Democratic Republic of the Congo— summary changed: from Most travelers to the DR Congo need a visa in advance — the official eVisa (evisa.gouv.cd), which the immigration service issues as the "visa volant" and which is good for a 7-day extendable stay from any entry point, or an embassy visa — and a yellow fever certificate is mandatory for everyone. The east of the country is an active conflict zone. to Most travelers to the DR Congo need a visa in advance — the official eVisa (evisa.gouv.cd), which the immigration service issues as the "visa volant" and which is good for a 7-day extendable stay from any entry point, or an embassy visa. The UK government says a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required to enter, and it advises against all travel to several eastern provinces. (evisa.gouv.cd )(opens in a new tab)