Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026El Salvador— Passport notes (3 rows) changed: from ~~No visa needed: Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and El Salvador are parties to the CA-4 agreement.~~ to Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and El Salvador are parties to the CA-4 agreement, the UK Foreign Office says. No official source we could read states the entry rules for citizens of the other CA-4 states. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Equatorial Guinea— summary changed: from Long one of the world's hardest countries to visit, Equatorial Guinea still routes most nationalities through its embassies, although the UK FCDO also describes an online e-visa application. US citizens have needed a visa too since April 2023, when their long-standing exemption was cancelled. to The Embassy of Equatorial Guinea in Washington says every visitor with a foreign passport must present a valid visa at the point of entry; visas are applied for at an embassy, and the UK FCDO also describes an online e-visa application. US citizens have needed a visa too since April 2023, when their exemption was cancelled. (egembassydc.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Equatorial Guinea— visaTypes.embassy-tourist.fee.notes changed: from The standard visa fee at the Embassy in Washington; an extra USD 50 buys expedited processing of 1–3 days. Tourist applicants show an invitation letter, at least USD 1,000 in available funds for each month of the stay, a criminal record clearance no older than 3 months, a vaccination booklet, a flight itinerary and proof of accommodation. Other embassies may charge differently. to The standard visa fee at the Embassy in Washington; an extra USD 50 buys expedited processing of 1–3 days. Tourist applicants show an invitation letter, at least USD 1,000 in available funds for each month of the stay, a criminal record clearance no older than 3 months, a vaccination booklet, a flight itinerary and proof of accommodation. (egembassydc.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Equatorial Guinea— visaTypes.embassy-business.fee.notes changed: from The standard visa fee at the Embassy in Washington. Business applicants need an invitation letter and a letter from their employer stating the purpose of the trip. Other embassies may charge differently. to The standard visa fee at the Embassy in Washington. Business applicants need an invitation letter and a letter from their employer stating the purpose of the trip. (egembassydc.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Equatorial Guinea— onwardTicket changed: from ~~Carry a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation — immigration officers ask for both, and visa applications require them.~~ to Tourist visa applications to the Embassy in Washington require a flight itinerary and proof of accommodation. (egembassydc.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Equatorial Guinea— countryFacts.safety changed: from Crime ranges from petty theft and mugging to carjacking and armed robbery, with greater risk after dark in remote parts of Malabo and Bata. Police and military roadblocks are common, with regular reports of requests for bribes, and photographing government or military buildings or airports is illegal. Always carry your passport or residence permit, or copies. to The UK Foreign Office says crime ranges from petty theft and mugging to carjacking and armed robbery, with greater risk after dark in remote areas of towns, including around Malabo and Bata. It says police and military roadblocks are common, with regular reports of requests for bribes, that photographing government or military buildings or airports is illegal, and that you should always carry your passport or residence permit, or copies. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Equatorial Guinea— tips (photography) changed: from ~~Do not photograph government or military buildings or airports — the UK FCDO says it is illegal and you could be arrested and detained. Ask permission before photographing people.~~ to The UK FCDO says photographing government or military buildings or airports is illegal and you could be arrested and detained. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Equatorial Guinea— tips (evisa-hedge) changed: from The UK FCDO describes an online e-visa application for what was once one of the world's hardest tourist visas, but Equatorial Guinea's own government publishes no eVisa page we could find: confirm the current application channel with an Equatoguinean embassy before relying on it, and avoid unofficial visa websites. to The UK FCDO describes an online e-visa application (72-hour processing; the printed e-visa letter is presented on arrival, where border officials issue the visa). Equatorial Guinea's own government publishes no eVisa page we could find. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Equatorial Guinea— faq (evisa) changed: from Yes, according to the UK FCDO: complete the online visa application and upload the documents, allow 72 hours for processing, then print the e-visa letter and present it on arrival, where border officials issue the visa. Equatorial Guinea's own government publishes no eVisa page we could find, so confirm the current channel with an Equatoguinean embassy before you rely on it. to According to the UK FCDO, yes: complete the online visa application and upload the documents, allow 72 hours for processing, then print the e-visa letter and present it on arrival, where border officials issue the visa. Equatorial Guinea's own government publishes no eVisa page we could find. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Equatorial Guinea— faq (safety) changed: from Take care. The UK government says crime ranges from petty theft and mugging to carjacking and armed robbery, with greater risk after dark in remote parts of Malabo and Bata. Police and military roadblocks are common, with regular reports of requests for bribes, and photographing government or military buildings or airports is illegal. Keep your papers on you and travel patiently. to The UK government says crime ranges from petty theft and mugging to carjacking and armed robbery, with greater risk after dark in remote areas of towns, including around Malabo and Bata. Police and military roadblocks are common, with regular reports of requests for bribes, and photographing government or military buildings or airports is illegal. It advises always carrying your passport or residence permit, or copies. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Equatorial Guinea— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from A visa is required. Equatorial Guinea cancelled visa-free travel for US passport holders on 24 April 2023, and its Embassy in Washington states that all visitors with a foreign passport must present a valid visa. An older government information page still describes the exemption; we follow the Embassy, since travelling without a visa risks being refused boarding or entry. The US Embassy in Malabo to A visa is required. Equatorial Guinea cancelled visa-free travel for US passport holders on 24 April 2023, and its Embassy in Washington states that all visitors with a foreign passport must present a valid visa. An older government information page still describes the exemption; the Embassy's statement is the more recent one. The US Embassy in Malabo says to apply at least 60 days before travel, and the Embassy of Equatorial Guinea says a visa must be used within 60 days of issuance. (gq.usembassy.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eritrea— summary changed: from Eritrea is one of the world's most closed destinations: virtually every nationality must obtain a visa in advance from an Eritrean embassy, approval can take weeks and is not guaranteed, and separate travel permits are required to leave Asmara. to Almost every nationality must obtain a visa in advance from an Eritrean embassy; the Eritrean Embassy in Switzerland says a visa is issued ten working days after it receives the application and fee, and that issue is not assured. The UK FCDO says foreign nationals need a permit to travel outside the Asmara region. (home.eritreaembassy.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eritrea— visaPolicy.byPassport.AF.notes changed: from A visa must be arranged in advance at an Eritrean embassy. Apply well ahead as approval can take weeks and is not guaranteed; tourist visas are typically issued for 30 days, and travel outside Asmara requires a separate permit. to A visa must be arranged in advance at an Eritrean embassy. The Eritrean Embassy in Switzerland says a visa is issued ten working days after it receives the application and fee, is valid for three months from issue, and is not assured. The UK FCDO says travel outside the Asmara region requires a separate permit. (home.eritreaembassy.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eritrea— visaPolicy.byPassport.KE.notes changed: from ~~; confirm the current terms with the Eritrean embassy in Nairobi before travelling.~~ to . (shabait.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eritrea— entryRequirements.travelInsurance.text changed: from No official source states a travel insurance requirement for entering Eritrea. The UK government says public hospitals outside Asmara are often poorly equipped and rural facilities even more limited, and advises insurance that covers local treatment and medical evacuation. to No official source we could read states a travel insurance requirement for entering Eritrea. The UK government says public hospitals outside Asmara are often poorly equipped and rural facilities even more limited, and advises insurance that covers local treatment and medical evacuation. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eritrea— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from No official source states a return or onward ticket requirement. The Embassy in Switzerland asks tourist visa applicants for a hotel or apartment reservation and proof of financial support, not a ticket. to No official source we could read states a return or onward ticket requirement. The Embassy in Switzerland asks tourist visa applicants for a hotel or apartment reservation and proof of financial support, not a ticket. (home.eritreaembassy.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eritrea— tips.cash-only.text changed: from Bring cash. The Government of Canada says credit cards are not accepted for everyday transactions; declare foreign currency on arrival, exchange it only through Himbol, main banks or major hotels, and keep the receipts, which the UK FCDO says you must be able to show when you leave. to The Government of Canada says credit cards are not accepted for everyday transactions and that money should be exchanged only through Himbol, main banks or major hotels; the UK FCDO says foreign currency must be declared on arrival and that you must be able to account for foreign currency spent when you leave. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eritrea— tips.communications.text changed: from Expect to be largely offline. The UK FCDO says internet access is highly restricted and mostly limited to hotels and a few internet cafes, there is no 3G, international SIM cards do not work, and a local SIM requires a residence permit. to The UK FCDO says internet access is highly restricted and mostly limited to hotels and a few internet cafes, there is no 3G, international SIM cards do not work, and a local SIM requires a residence permit. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eritrea— tips.photography.text changed: from Photographing government buildings and military installations is illegal (UK FCDO), and the Government of Canada also lists airports, ports and uniformed service members. Always ask before taking photos where security personnel are present. to Photographing government buildings and military installations is illegal (UK FCDO), and the Government of Canada also lists airports, ports and uniformed service members. The UK FCDO says to always ask before taking photos in any area where security personnel are present. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eritrea— faq.need-visa.answer changed: from Yes — virtually every nationality needs a visa arranged in advance through an Eritrean embassy; there is no eVisa or visa on arrival. Apply well before your trip: the Eritrean Embassy in Switzerland says a visa is issued ten working days after it receives the application and fee, and approval is not guaranteed. to Yes — almost every nationality needs a visa arranged in advance through an Eritrean embassy. The Eritrean Embassy in Switzerland says a visa is issued ten working days after it receives the application and fee, and that issue is not assured. (home.eritreaembassy.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eritrea— faq.processing-time.answer changed: from The Eritrean Embassy in Switzerland says a visa is issued ten working days after it receives the application and fee, and is valid for three months from issue. Approval is not guaranteed, and business visas must first be initiated by your host in Eritrea through the Department of Immigration, so apply well ahead. Confirm requirements with the embassy handling your application. to The Eritrean Embassy in Switzerland says a visa is issued ten working days after it receives the application and fee, and is valid for three months from issue. Approval is not guaranteed, and business visas must first be initiated by your host in Eritrea through the Department of Immigration. (home.eritreaembassy.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eritrea— faq.is-eritrea-safe.answer changed: from Asmara is a relatively safe city, though there is a risk of street crime at night, but the wider picture demands caution: the UK advises against all travel within 25 km of the land borders, where there are landmines, movement outside the Asmara region needs a permit, international SIM cards do not work, and consular help is severely limited. Travel with a reputable operator and follow the rules... to The UK FCDO says Asmara is a relatively safe city, though there is a risk of street crime especially at night. It advises against all travel within 25 km of the land borders, where there are landmines, says movement outside the Asmara region needs a permit and international SIM cards do not work, and that consular help is severely limited. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— summary changed: from Estonia is part of the Schengen Area: EU and EFTA citizens enter freely, around 60 visa-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180-day period (ETIAS is not yet in operation), and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa. Russian citizens face additional entry restrictions even with a valid Schengen visa. to Estonia is part of the Schengen Area: EU and EFTA citizens enter freely, around 60 visa-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180-day period (ETIAS is not yet in operation), and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa. Estonia restricts entry for Russian citizens holding a short-term Schengen visa. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— visaTypes.national-d.fee.notes changed: from ~~Children 6–11: €60; under 6: free. For work, study, family and other stays over 90 days; can be issued for up to a year. Confirm the current fee and requirements with the Estonian mission.~~ to Children 6–11: €60; under 6: free. For work, study, family and other stays over 90 days. (vm.ee )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— travelInsurance 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 states an insurance requirement for visa-exempt visitors. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— proofOfFunds changed: from Visitors must have sufficient means of subsistence for the whole stay and the return journey; the Foreign Ministry sets the amount at €70 for each day of stay in Estonia. Border officers may also ask about accommodation and tickets. to Visitors must have sufficient means of subsistence for the whole stay and the return journey; the Foreign Ministry sets the amount at €70 for each day of stay in Estonia. (vm.ee )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— declarations (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 travellers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders: on the first crossing since the EES started, border officers take a facial photo and/or scan fingerprints. The EU says this can be quicker if you register some of your data in advance, at a self-service system or through a mobile app where one is available. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— declarations (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 travellers will need an ETIAS travel authorisation 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. The official EU site is travel-europe.europa.eu. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— countryFacts.safety changed: from ~~Estonia is a very safe destination with low crime. Take normal precautions against pickpocketing in Tallinn’s Old Town in high season, and take care on icy pavements in winter.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says pickpockets can be a problem in bars and nightclubs in Tallinn's Old Town, and that attacks, including sexual assaults, are rare but do occur, most often late at night around nightlife locations. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— countryFacts.driving changed: from Estonia 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 Estonia yet. to Estonia 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, 2026Estonia— tips (russia-border-closed) changed: from Do not plan to enter or leave via the Estonia–Russia land border: crossings are heavily restricted, and Russian citizens with Schengen visas issued for tourism are refused entry to Estonia — only narrow exemptions apply. to Estonia's government has restricted temporary entry, since 19 September 2022, for Russian citizens holding a short-term Schengen visa, and Estonia no longer recognises non-biometric Russian passports. (vm.ee )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— tips (ees-etias) changed: from Non-EU visitors are registered biometrically in the EU Entry/Exit System at the border, and the ETIAS travel authorization for visa-exempt travelers is not yet in operation. Check the official EU site before you fly. to Non-EU visitors are registered biometrically in the EU Entry/Exit System at the border, and the ETIAS travel authorisation for visa-exempt travellers is not yet in operation. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— faq (russian-citizens) changed: from Generally no. Estonia bars Russian citizens holding Schengen visas issued for tourism from entering, and land-border crossings from Russia are heavily restricted. Only narrow exemptions apply, such as residents, family members of EU citizens and humanitarian cases. Check with the Estonian authorities before traveling. to Only in narrow cases. Estonia's government has restricted temporary entry, since 19 September 2022, for Russian citizens holding a short-term Schengen visa, and Estonia accepts visa applications from Russian citizens only from narrow groups, such as family members of Estonian citizens and residents, EU citizens' family members, people in international transport and humanitarian cases. Questions about crossing the border go to the Estonian Police and Border Guard Board. (vm.ee )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— faq (etias-needed) changed: from Once ETIAS becomes mandatory, visa-exempt non-EU travelers will need the €20 online authorization before traveling to Estonia and the rest of 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 ETIAS site for the current status. to Once ETIAS becomes mandatory, visa-exempt non-EU travellers will need the €20 online authorisation before travelling to Estonia and the rest of 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. The official EU site is travel-europe.europa.eu. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— faq (helsinki-ferry) changed: from Yes. The Tallinn–Helsinki ferry is a domestic-style Schengen crossing with no routine passport control, though you should always carry your passport or ID. Days in Finland draw on the same Schengen 90/180 allowance. to Estonia and Finland are both in the Schengen Area, whose Borders Code abolishes routine checks at internal borders, and days in Finland draw on the same 90/180 allowance. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— Passport notes (26 rows) 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, 2026Estonia— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from A Schengen visa is required, and Estonia refuses entry to Russian citizens holding Schengen visas issued for tourism — land crossings from Russia are heavily restricted, with only narrow exemptions (residents, family, humanitarian cases). The EU’s visa facilitation agreement is suspended: fees are higher (€90) and processing slower. to A Schengen visa is required, and Estonia's government has restricted temporary entry, since 19 September 2022, for Russian citizens holding a short-term Schengen visa. Estonia also does not accept visa applications from Russian citizens except narrow groups, such as family members of Estonian citizens and residents, EU citizens' family members, people in international transport and humanitarian cases. (vm.ee )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Estonia— Passport notes (1 rows) 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 in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 (nationals who need a visa), so a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eswatini— Notes for visa-required passports changed: from ~~Apply for a visa in advance through an Eswatini mission or the government’s eVisa service. Visas are not issued at the border.~~ to Apply for a visa in advance through an Eswatini mission, the Ministry of Home Affairs or the government’s eVisa service. The Ministry says a visa is issued on arrival only after the host or traveller has given the Chief Immigration Officer an undertaking that the traveller could not apply before travelling. (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eswatini— FAQ: Do I need a visa for Eswatini? changed: from ~~Nationalities that do need a visa must obtain it in advance from an Eswatini mission or through the government’s eVisa service; visas are not issued at the border.~~ to Most visitors do not — citizens of most SADC countries, most of the Commonwealth, most of the EU, the US and several other states enter visa-free for up to 30 days. Nationalities that do need a visa apply through an Eswatini mission, the Ministry of Home Affairs or the government’s eVisa service; the Ministry issues a visa on arrival only after the host or traveller has given the Chief Immigration Officer an undertaking that the traveller could not apply before travelling. (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eswatini— Notes for visa-free (30 days) passports changed: from ~~Visa-free entry for up to 30 days under Eswatini’s waiver for SADC, Commonwealth, EU and partner countries — extensions are available from the immigration office in Mbabane.~~ to Visa-free entry for up to 30 days. (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eswatini— Passport validity changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Eswatini, with at least 2 blank pages.~~ to Canada's travel advice says your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Eswatini, with at least 2 blank pages. If you are also travelling to South Africa, the UK FCDO says you need 2 more blank pages. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eswatini— Yellow fever changed: from ~~— not needed when coming from South Africa, Europe or North America.~~ to A yellow fever certificate is required only if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eswatini— FAQ: Is yellow fever vaccination required for Eswatini? changed: from ~~Coming from South Africa, Europe or North America, no certificate is needed.~~ to Only if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eswatini— FAQ: How long can I stay in Eswatini without a visa? changed: from ~~Normally 30 days, stamped on arrival. You can apply to extend your stay at the Ministry of Home Affairs immigration office in Mbabane before the stamp expires.~~ to Canada's travel advice says Canadians do not need a tourist visa for stays of up to 30 days, and South Korea's Foreign Ministry gives Korean citizens 30 days. Eswatini's own visa table does not state a length of stay, and no official source we could read describes how to extend one. (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eswatini— FAQ: Can I visit Eswatini as a side trip from South Africa? changed: from ~~Make sure your South African visa or waiver allows re-entry, and check crossing schedules before you set out.~~ to Yes, by road: Canada's travel advice says there are 11 border posts with South Africa, most operating between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. It advises consulting local authorities for road conditions and schedules before crossing. (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eswatini— FAQ: Is Eswatini the same country as Swaziland? changed: from ~~Yes — the kingdom changed its official name from Swaziland to Eswatini in 2018. Older documents, maps and visa stamps may still say Swaziland; both refer to the same country.~~ to Yes. The Government of Eswatini's own Ministry of Home Affairs visa page still names the country the Kingdom of Swaziland. (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Eswatini— Tip: extensions in Mbabane changed: from ~~The standard visa-free stay is 30 days — extensions are granted at the Ministry of Home Affairs immigration office in Mbabane, so apply there before your entry stamp expires if you want more time.~~ to (removed) (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— summary changed: from Ethiopia routes virtually every nationality through its official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.et) — a 30- or 90-day tourist eVisa approved before travel — with only Kenyan and Djiboutian passport holders entering visa-free under bilateral agreements. to Ethiopia's official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.et) offers a 30- or 90-day single-entry tourist eVisa to citizens of all countries and lists the nationalities that can also get a tourist visa on arrival at Addis Ababa Bole airport; citizens of Kenya and Djibouti with a valid passport can enter without a visa. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— AF/AL/AD/AG/AM/AZ… passport notes changed: from Apply for the tourist eVisa at evisa.gov.et before travel (30 or 90 days, single entry). This nationality is not on the Immigration and Citizenship Service's visa-on-arrival list, so have the approved eVisa before boarding. to Apply for the tourist eVisa at evisa.gov.et before travel (30 or 90 days, single entry). This nationality is not on the Immigration and Citizenship Service's visa-on-arrival list. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— visaTypes[embassy-tourist].fee.notes changed: from ~~Embassy of Ethiopia in Washington, DC: USD 60 single entry, USD 150 multiple entries, paid by money order. Other embassies set their own fees.~~ to Embassy of Ethiopia in Washington, DC: USD 60 single entry, USD 150 multiple entries, paid by money order. (consular.ethiopianembassy.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— entryRequirements.vaccinations[yellow-fever].text changed: from A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Canada's travel advice says vaccination is recommended depending on your itinerary. to WHO lists Ethiopia as requiring a yellow fever vaccination certificate from travellers aged 9 months or over who arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits.text changed: from Non-residents must declare cash over USD 10,000 (or the equivalent) when entering or leaving Ethiopia, or over USD 500 when entering by land, and must show the declaration form to leave with more than these amounts. You may carry up to 3,000 birr in or out (10,000 birr when travelling to Djibouti); cash over the limits can be seized. to The UK Foreign Office says you must declare cash over USD 10,000 (or the equivalent) when entering or leaving Ethiopia, or over USD 500 when entering by land, and must show the declaration form to leave with more than these amounts. It says you may carry up to 3,000 birr in or out (10,000 birr when travelling to Djibouti), and cash over the limits can be seized. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— entryRequirements.customs.notes[1] changed: from Canada's travel advice says exchanging money on the black market is illegal and can lead to heavy fines or detention; use banks or official foreign exchange offices. The UK Foreign Office adds that without a receipt you are unlikely to be able to change leftover birr back. to Canada's travel advice says exchanging money on the black market is illegal and can lead to heavy fines or detention, and to exchange foreign currency only at banks or official foreign exchange offices. The UK Foreign Office adds that without a receipt you are unlikely to be able to change leftover birr back. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from The UK advises against all travel to the Tigray, Amhara and Gambela regions, to parts of Afar (within 20km of the Eritrean border and 50km of the Tigray boundary), Oromia, Somali and Benishangul-Gumuz, and to most land border areas, and against all but essential travel to the rest of Afar and Benishangul-Gumuz and to further parts of Oromia and Somali. All civilian flights to and from Tigray were… to The UK advises against all travel to the Tigray, Amhara and Gambela regions, to parts of Afar (within 20km of the Eritrean border and 50km of the Tigray boundary), Oromia, Somali and Benishangul-Gumuz, and to most land border areas, and against all but essential travel to the rest of Afar and Benishangul-Gumuz and to further parts of Oromia and Somali. It says all civilian flights to and from Tig… (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from Ethiopia is a party to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1949 Geneva one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1968 Vienna version. A permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention carries no treaty obligation here. Whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, and for how long a foreign license may be used, are set by natio… to Ethiopia 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. The UK Foreign Office says a UK driving licence can be used for up to 2 weeks; to drive for longer, you apply to the Ethiopian M… (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— tips[regional-conflict].text changed: from Security conditions vary sharply by region — the UK advises against all travel to Tigray, Amhara and Gambela and to parts of Afar, Oromia and Somali. Check your government's travel advice shortly before departure and stick to the areas it considers safe. to Security conditions vary sharply by region — the UK advises against all travel to Tigray, Amhara and Gambela and to parts of Afar, Oromia and Somali. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— tips[evisa-official-site].text changed: from Apply only at evisa.gov.et — lookalike third-party sites charge large markups. A visa on arrival at Bole Airport is offered only to the nationalities on the portal's visa-on-arrival list; everyone else needs the approved eVisa before boarding. to Apply only at evisa.gov.et: the Immigration and Citizenship Service warns that fraudulent lookalike websites exist and that applications or payments made through them are not accepted. A visa on arrival at Bole Airport is offered only to the nationalities on the portal's visa-on-arrival list. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— tips[altitude].text changed: from ~~Canada's travel advice says Addis Ababa is about 2,500 m above sea level and that high-altitude illness may occur. Take it easy for the first day or two and drink plenty of water.~~ to Canada's travel advice says Addis Ababa is about 2,500 m above sea level and that high-altitude illness may occur. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— tips[cash-birr].text changed: from Change money only at banks or official foreign exchange offices and keep every receipt: the UK Foreign Office says that without one you are unlikely to be able to change leftover birr back, and Canada says black-market exchange is illegal. to Canada says black-market exchange is illegal and to exchange foreign currency only at banks or official foreign exchange offices; the UK Foreign Office says to keep your receipt, because without one you are unlikely to be able to change leftover birr back. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— faq[do-i-need-visa].answer changed: from Almost certainly yes. Ethiopia requires nearly every nationality to hold a visa, and the standard route for tourists is the official eVisa at evisa.gov.et, approved before travel. Only Kenyan and Djiboutian citizens enter visa-free under bilateral agreements. to Yes, unless you are a citizen of Kenya or Djibouti: the Immigration and Citizenship Service says citizens of those two countries with a valid passport can enter without a visa. Everyone else can apply for the official tourist eVisa at evisa.gov.et, and some nationalities can also get a tourist visa on arrival at Addis Ababa Bole airport. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— faq[how-to-get-evisa].answer changed: from Apply online at evisa.gov.et with a passport scan and a photo. The single-entry tourist eVisa comes in 30-day (USD 62) and 90-day (USD 152) versions and normally takes 3 days to process. Print the approval letter and carry it with your passport. to Apply online at evisa.gov.et with a passport scan and a photo. The single-entry tourist eVisa comes in 30-day (USD 62) and 90-day (USD 152) versions, and the portal says processing normally takes 3 days. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— faq[visa-on-arrival].answer changed: from Yes, if your nationality is on the list. The Immigration and Citizenship Service lists 119 nationalities eligible for a tourist visa on arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, among them the US, UK, Canada, EU states, China and India; the full list is on evisa.gov.et under Tourist Visa (On Arrival). Every nationality can also apply for the eVisa online before travel, which spares the a… to Yes, if your nationality is on the list. The Immigration and Citizenship Service lists the nationalities eligible for a tourist visa on arrival at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, among them the US, UK, Canada, EU states, China and India; the full list is on evisa.gov.et under Tourist Visa (On Arrival). Every nationality can also apply for the eVisa online before travel. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— faq[is-it-safe].answer changed: from Large parts of the country are off limits: the UK advises against all travel to the Tigray, Amhara and Gambela regions and to parts of Afar, Oromia and Somali, and armed conflict continues in Amhara and Oromia. Check current travel advice, avoid land borders, and use internal flights rather than long road journeys where possible. to Large parts of the country are off limits: the UK advises against all travel to the Tigray, Amhara and Gambela regions and to parts of Afar, Oromia and Somali. The Government of Canada says there are ongoing armed clashes between ethnic groups and with security forces in much of the country. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Ethiopia— faq[yellow-fever].answer changed: from A certificate is only demanded if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Ask a travel clinic whether vaccination is advisable for your itinerary, along with routine travel vaccines. to WHO lists Ethiopia as requiring a certificate only from travellers aged 9 months or over who arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— summary changed: from Fiji is one of the most open countries in the Pacific: citizens of more than a hundred countries — the whole EU, the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, most of the Commonwealth and every Pacific Islands Forum neighbor — receive a free four-month visitor permit on arrival, while everyone else must apply to the Fiji Immigration Department before traveling. to Citizens of more than a hundred countries on Fiji's visa-exemption list — including the whole EU, the UK, the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand — receive a visitor permit of up to four months on arrival, while everyone else must obtain an approved visa from Fiji's Ministry of Immigration before travelling. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— AF/AL/DZ/AD/AO/AM… passport notes changed: from Not on Fiji's visa-exemption list. Apply to the Fiji Immigration Department through a Fiji mission or accredited representative before traveling; there is no visa on arrival for non-exempt nationalities. to Not on Fiji's visa-exemption list. Apply for a visa online through the Ministry of Immigration's IMMIHUB portal before travelling: Fiji's Ministry of Immigration says travellers from non-visa-exempt countries must obtain an approved visa before travelling to Fiji. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— AG/AR/AU/AT/BS/BB… passport notes changed: from Visa-exempt. A free visitor permit for up to four months is granted on arrival, extendable to a maximum of six months in any twelve; hold a passport valid at least six months beyond your intended stay, an onward ticket and accommodation details. to Visa-exempt. A visitor permit for up to four months is granted on arrival and can be extended by two months; Fiji's Ministry of Immigration asks for a passport valid at least six months beyond your intended stay, a confirmed return or onward ticket, confirmed accommodation and sufficient funds. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— CN passport notes changed: from Ordinary Chinese passports are covered by the Fiji–China mutual visa-exemption agreement, which allows a shorter visa-free stay than the general four-month permit. Confirm the current limit with Fiji Immigration for longer trips. to On the Fiji Immigration Department's list of visa-exempted countries. A visitor permit for up to four months is issued on arrival, and it can be extended by two months. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— XK passport notes changed: from ~~Fiji withdrew its recognition of Kosovo in 2017, so Kosovan passports are not covered by the visa exemption — contact Fiji Immigration before traveling.~~ to Not on Fiji's visa-exemption list. Apply for a visa online through the Ministry of Immigration's IMMIHUB portal before travelling: Fiji's Ministry of Immigration says travellers from non-visa-exempt countries must obtain an approved visa before travelling to Fiji. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— entryRequirements.vaccinations[yellow-fever].text changed: from A yellow fever certificate is required from travelers aged 1 and over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission, which for most visitors only matters if the trip routes through South America or Africa. No vaccination is required for arrivals from Australia, New Zealand, Asia, North America or Europe. to The UK Foreign Office says you must have a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from At border control visitors must show an onward or return ticket and a valid visa for the next country they are travelling to. Fiji's immigration ministry likewise asks for an onward ticket for the next destination after Fiji. to Fiji's Ministry of Immigration asks for a confirmed return ticket or applicable onward travel ticket. The UK Foreign Office says that at border control you must also show a valid visa for the next country you are travelling to. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds.text changed: from Visitors are expected to show sufficient funds to support themselves without working. A card statement or cash is enough. No fixed figure is published, and in practice officers only ask when the stay is long or the itinerary is vague. to Fiji's Ministry of Immigration asks for funds sufficient to cover the duration of your stay. No official source we could read states a fixed amount. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits.text changed: from ~~Amounts of FJD 10,000 or more in cash (or the foreign-currency equivalent) must be declared to Customs on arrival and departure.~~ to The Government of Canada says you must declare currency worth more than FJD 5,000 when entering Fiji and more than FJD 10,000 when leaving, and that undeclared money can lead to a fine or a prison sentence. The UK Foreign Office gives a single threshold: cash worth FJD 10,000 or more. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from Fiji 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 national … to Fiji 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. The UK Foreign Office says you can use a UK driving licence to drive in Fiji. No official source we could read states for how long a foreign licence may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— tips[cyclone-season].text changed: from The Government of Canada says the rainy and cyclone season runs from November to April, and the UK Foreign Office notes that cyclones can occur throughout the year. Cyclones can cause flooding and landslides that block roads, including access to the airport, so keep an eye on forecasts and make sure your insurance covers weather disruption. to The Government of Canada says the rainy and cyclone season runs from November to April, and the UK Foreign Office notes that cyclones can occur throughout the year and can cause flooding and landslides that damage or block roads. The UK Foreign Office points to weather updates from the Fiji Meteorological Service. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— tips[four-month-permit].text changed: from ~~Visa-exempt visitors are granted a free visitor permit of up to four months on arrival, which can be extended to a maximum of six months in any twelve.~~ to Visa-exempt visitors are granted a visitor permit of up to four months on arrival; Fiji's Ministry of Immigration says it can be extended by two months if you apply for an extension and pay the fee. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— faq[need-visa].answer changed: from Probably not. More than a hundred nationalities — all EU and EEA states, the UK, Ireland, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, India, most Commonwealth countries and every Pacific Islands Forum neighbor — get a free visitor permit stamped on arrival for up to four months. If your country is not on that list you must apply to the Fiji Immigration Department before you travel… to Probably not. More than a hundred nationalities on Fiji's visa-exemption list — all EU and EEA states, the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea and India among them — receive a visitor permit of up to four months on arrival. If your country is not on that list you must obtain an approved visa from Fiji's Ministry of Immigration before you travel. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— faq[how-long-stay].answer changed: from Visa-exempt visitors are normally granted four months on arrival; ordinary Chinese passports get a shorter 30-day stay under the Fiji–China agreement. That can be extended in further blocks at an Immigration office, but the total visitor stay is limited to six months within any twelve-month period, after which you need a different permit category. to Visa-exempt visitors are granted a visitor permit of up to four months on arrival. Fiji's Ministry of Immigration says the stay can be extended by two months if you apply for an extension and pay the fee. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— faq[what-you-need-on-arrival].answer changed: from A passport valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay, a confirmed onward or return ticket, the address of your first accommodation, and a completed arrival card with the biosecurity declaration. Officers may also ask how you will fund the stay. to Fiji's Ministry of Immigration lists a passport valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay, sufficient funds for the stay, confirmed accommodation, a confirmed return or onward ticket, and a visa or permit where one is required. The Biosecurity Authority of Fiji gives every arriving passenger an arrival card, which is also the biosecurity declaration. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— faq[cyclone-timing].answer changed: from The Government of Canada gives the rainy and cyclone season as November to April, but the UK Foreign Office notes that cyclones can occur throughout the year. Cyclones can bring strong winds, heavy rain, flooding and landslides that block roads, including to the airport. If you travel in those months, choose flexible tickets and insurance that covers weather disruption. to The Government of Canada gives the rainy and cyclone season as November to April, but the UK Foreign Office notes that cyclones can occur throughout the year. It says they can bring strong winds and heavy rain, and flooding and landslides that damage or block roads. (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— Extension of Visitor Permit: source changed: from ~~https://immigration.gov.fj/visit-fiji/~~ to https://immigration.gov.fj/application-forms-publications-fees (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Fiji— CN passport: stay changed: from ~~maxStayDays 30, extendableDays None~~ to maxStayDays 120, extendableDays 60 (immigration.gov.fj )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— summary changed: from Finland is part of the Schengen Area: EU and EFTA citizens enter freely, around 60 visa-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180-day period (ETIAS is not yet in operation), and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa. The land border with Russia is closed, and Russian citizens on Schengen tourist visas are refused entry. to Finland is part of the Schengen Area: EU and EFTA citizens enter freely, around 60 visa-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180-day period (ETIAS is not yet in operation), and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa. The land border with Russia is closed, and Finland restricts non-essential travel by Russian citizens. (um.fi )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from A Schengen visa is required, but Finland has closed its land border crossings with Russia and refuses entry to Russian citizens traveling on Schengen visas issued for tourism — only narrow exemptions (family, work, study, humanitarian) apply. The EU’s visa facilitation agreement is suspended: fees are higher (€90) and processing slower. to A Schengen visa is required (€90). The Finnish Border Guard says Finland restricts the non-essential travel of Russian citizens to Finland and to the Schengen Area via Finland; listed groups such as family members, work-visa holders, business travellers, students and patients are exempt, and entry is decided case by case at the border check. All land border crossings with Russia are closed. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— visaTypes.national-d.fee.notes changed: from €95 when applied for through the electronic e-service; €120 on a paper application. Issued mainly alongside residence-permit decisions for workers, students, researchers and their families. Most stays over 90 days are handled as residence permits through the Finnish Immigration Service (Migri). Confirm current conditions with the Finnish mission. to €95 when applied for through the electronic e-service; €120 on a paper application. Finland grants a D visa only to applicants who have a residence permit for Finland; it is valid for 100 days. (um.fi )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— 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. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds.text changed: from ~~Finland requires a minimum of €50 per person per day of the stay, and the funds must also cover the return or onward journey. Border officers assess sufficiency alongside accommodation and tickets.~~ to Finland requires a minimum of €50 per person per day of the stay, and the funds must also cover the return or onward journey. (um.fi )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— entryRequirements.declarations.ees.text changed: from Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. Registration happens at the border. There is nothing to submit in advance, but allow extra time on your first entry. to Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. Registration happens at the border. Your passport is not stamped. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— 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, 2026Finland— tips.russia-border-closed.text changed: from Finland’s eastern land border crossings with Russia are closed until further notice, and Russian citizens traveling on Schengen tourist visas are refused entry — do not plan any overland routing between Finland and Russia. to The UK FCDO and the Government of Canada say all land border crossings between Finland and Russia are closed until further notice. The Finnish Border Guard says Finland restricts non-essential travel by Russian citizens. (um.fi )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— tips.ees-etias.text changed: from Non-EU visitors are registered biometrically in the EU Entry/Exit System at the border, and the ETIAS travel authorization for visa-exempt travelers is not yet in operation. Check the official EU site before you fly. to Non-EU visitors are registered biometrically in the EU Entry/Exit System at the border, and the ETIAS travel authorization for visa-exempt travelers is not yet in operation. (um.fi )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— tips.winter-gear.text changed: from Canada's travel advice says winter daylight hours are very short, so you will drive in darkness for most of the day, and icy roads are common and can close roads, particularly in the north. Winter tyres are mandatory from 1 November to 31 March. to Canada's travel advice says winter daylight hours are very short, so you will drive in darkness for most of the day, and icy roads are common and can close roads, particularly in the north. Finland's Road Traffic Act requires winter tyres from November to March when the weather or road conditions call for them. (um.fi )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— tips.nordic-loop.text changed: from ~~Finland connects seamlessly with Sweden, Norway and Estonia. All Schengen, so there are no border checks but your 90/180-day allowance is shared across the whole area.~~ to Sweden, Norway and Estonia are also in the Schengen Area, so your 90/180-day allowance is shared across all of them. (um.fi )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— faq.russia-border.answer changed: from No — Finland has closed its eastern land border crossings with Russia until further notice, and Russian citizens holding Schengen visas issued for tourism are refused entry. Only narrow exemptions such as family, work and humanitarian grounds apply. to No. The UK FCDO and the Government of Canada say all land border crossings between Finland and Russia are closed until further notice. The Finnish Border Guard says Finland restricts non-essential travel by Russian citizens, with exemptions for listed groups such as family members, workers, students and patients. (um.fi )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Finland— faq.etias-needed.answer changed: from Once ETIAS becomes mandatory, visa-exempt non-EU travelers will need the €20 online authorization before traveling to Finland and the rest of 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 ETIAS site for the current status. to Once ETIAS becomes mandatory, visa-exempt non-EU travelers will need the €20 online authorization before traveling to Finland and the rest of 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. (um.fi )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026France— visaTypes.national-d.fee.notes changed: from For stays over 90 days: work, family and other long-stay purposes. Many long-stay visas act as residence permits (VLS-TS) and must be validated online within 3 months of arrival. Confirm the fee for your category on France-Visas. to For stays over 90 days: work, family and other long-stay purposes. Many long-stay visas act as residence permits (VLS-TS) and must be validated online within 3 months of arrival, with a tax on top of the visa fee. (france-visas.gouv.fr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026France— visaTypes.student.fee.notes changed: from ~~Reduced fee for students going through the Études en France / Campus France procedure; €99 otherwise. Requires proof of enrollment, funds and accommodation. Confirm the current fee on France-Visas.~~ to Reduced fee for students whose application was examined by a Centre pour les études en France (Campus France); €99 otherwise. (france-visas.gouv.fr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026France— visaTypes.talent-passport.fee.notes changed: from ~~For highly skilled employees, investors, researchers, artists and start-up founders; leads to a multi-year residence permit of up to 4 years. Confirm your category's conditions on France-Visas.~~ to France-Visas lists €99 for long-stay visas. (france-visas.gouv.fr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026France— visaTypes.work.fee.notes changed: from ~~Requires a work authorization obtained by the employer in France before the visa application.~~ to France-Visas lists €99 for long-stay visas. (france-visas.gouv.fr )(opens in a new tab)