Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Tourist visa fee notes (claim about other missions not on an official page) changed: from Charged by the Embassy of Haiti in Washington for a three-month tourist visa; a six-month multiple-entry visa is USD 200. Pay by money order, certified cheque or cashier's cheque. Other Haitian missions set their own fees. to Charged by the Embassy of Haiti in Washington for a three-month tourist visa; a six-month multiple-entry visa is USD 200. Pay by money order, certified cheque or cashier's cheque. (haiti.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Passport validity (advice removed; Embassy of Haiti cited) changed: from ~~Carry a passport valid for at least six months on arrival. Given how often Haitian departures are disrupted, leaving extra validity beyond the six months is sensible.~~ to Your passport must be valid for at least six months. (haiti.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Yellow fever (regional and transit claims not on the cited page) changed: from A yellow fever certificate is required only if you are arriving from, or have recently transited, a country with risk of yellow fever transmission — mainly parts of tropical Africa and South America. Travelers coming directly from Europe, North America or elsewhere in the Caribbean do not need one to enter Haiti. to A yellow fever certificate is required for travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Routine vaccines (now attributed to CDC; "since 2022" not stated) changed: from Not an entry condition, but hepatitis A and typhoid vaccination and up-to-date routine vaccines are strongly recommended for Haiti. Cholera has circulated since 2022 and water-borne illness is common; malaria is present year-round in much of the country. to Not an entry condition. The US CDC recommends hepatitis A vaccination for unvaccinated travellers aged one or over, typhoid vaccination for most travellers and up-to-date routine vaccines; it says active cholera transmission is widespread in Haiti and recommends malaria prevention medicine for all areas. (wwwnc.cdc.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Travel insurance (insurer-voiding and advice claims not on an official page) changed: from No official source states an insurance requirement for entry, but comprehensive coverage including medical evacuation is essential: Canada's travel advice says doctors and hospitals expect immediate cash payment even from insured patients. Read the policy wording carefully. Many insurers void coverage for countries under a government do-not-travel advisory, which now covers all of Haiti. to No official source we could read states a travel-insurance requirement for Haiti. Canada's travel advice says physicians and hospitals generally expect immediate cash payment even from patients with valid travel health insurance. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Onward ticket ("in practice airlines" claim removed; statements attributed) changed: from ~~Visitors are expected to hold a confirmed return or onward ticket. In practice airlines check this more consistently than immigration does.~~ to China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs says its citizens entering visa-free must hold a return ticket, and the Embassy of Haiti in Washington asks visa applicants for an airline reservation or round-trip ticket. Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask to see a return or onward ticket. (cs.mfa.gov.cn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Proof of funds (now attributed) changed: from ~~No published amount. Officials may ask to see a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay.~~ to No official source we could read states an amount. Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask to see a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Tourist fee notes (card-reliability advice removed) changed: from ~~Collected on arrival. Carry it in clean US dollar notes; card payment is not reliable.~~ to Collected on arrival at the airport; the UK government says it is paid in cash. (haiti.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Arrival card (aircraft hand-out and "no online form" claims not on the cited page) changed: from A paper immigration and customs declaration is handed out on the aircraft and collected at the border. There is no official online pre-arrival form for Haiti. Treat any website charging for one as fraudulent. to China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs says arrivals fill in an entry registration card and a customs declaration on entry. (cs.mfa.gov.cn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Currency limits (now attributed; receipt advice removed) changed: from ~~Cash above USD 10,000, or the equivalent in gourdes, must be declared to customs on arrival. Given how cash-dependent Haiti is, keep receipts for any large sums you bring in.~~ to China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs says cash above USD 10,000 (or the equivalent in gourdes) must be declared to customs. (cs.mfa.gov.cn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Customs note: drugs (attribution carried through) changed: from The UK FCDO says penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe: suspects may be jailed for weeks or months before appearing in court. Pack your own luggage and do not carry items through customs for anyone else. to The UK FCDO says penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe, that suspects may be jailed for weeks or months before appearing in court, and advises packing your own luggage and not carrying items through customs for anyone else. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Safety text (unattributed claims and "professional security" advice removed) changed: from Armed gangs control much of Port-au-Prince and stretches of the main roads, and kidnapping for ransom, carjacking and roadblocks are common. The US, UK and Canada all advise against all travel to Haiti. Toussaint Louverture airport has been closed to commercial traffic for extended periods since 2024. Do not travel without professional security arrangements. to The UK and Canada advise against all travel to Haiti; Canada cites the threat of kidnappings, gang violence and potential civil unrest throughout the country, and says there are no regular international flights to or from Port-au-Prince until further notice. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Haiti— Passport row notes changed: from Visa-free for up to 90 days; a USD 10 tourist fee is collected in cash on arrival. Note that all of Haiti is under do-not-travel advisories because of gang v… | CARICOM nationals enter under Caribbean Community free-movement arrangements. A definite entry of up to six months is granted on arrival. | Not covered by Haiti's visa waiver. A visa must be obtained from a Haitian mission before traveling; confirm current requirements with the embassy, as Haiti'… | Taiwan (ROC) passport holders enter visa-free for up to 90 days — Haiti is one of Taipei's remaining diplomatic partners. The USD 10 tourist fee still applies. to Visa-free: the Embassy of Haiti in Washington says tourists generally need no visa and pay a USD 10 fee on arrival at the airport; the UK government says vis… | Visa-free: the Embassy of Haiti in Washington lists visa requirements only for nine other nationalities. No official source we could read states the length o… | The Embassy of Haiti in Washington lists this nationality among the nine that need a visa to enter Haiti; apply at a Haitian mission at least one month befor… (haiti.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Summary changed: from ~~…under the CA-4 scheme shared with Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua…~~ to Honduras admits many nationalities, including US, EU and Canadian citizens, visa-free; the National Institute of Migration says a tourist may stay up to 90 days, extendable by 30 days. Other nationalities need a consular visa, and some a "consulted" visa that the Institute must authorise first. An online immigration pre-check can be completed before arrival. (inm.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— US/Canada/Schengen visa waiver changed: from ~~…for up to 90 days in the CA-4 area. Nationalities on Honduras's restricted list may still need prior approval, so confirm with the Instituto Nacional de Migración before booking.~~ to China's foreign ministry says a US, Canadian or Schengen visa with at least six months of validity left lets travelers enter Honduras without a Honduran visa (category A). (cs.mfa.gov.cn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Consular visa fee notes changed: from ~~…and the Honduran Embassy in London. Fees may vary by consulate.~~ to USD 30 for a single-entry visa (30 days); a multiple-entry visa (90 days) costs USD 60, according to the National Institute of Migration. (inm.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Consulted visa fee notes changed: from ~~usually by a sponsor or lawyer in Honduras~~ to The USD 100 consulted-visa tariff is paid when the application is filed with the National Institute of Migration, through a lawyer holding a power of attorney and with a person in Honduras who signs a statement of responsibility for the traveller. Once it is approved, the visa itself is issued by a Honduran consulate. (inm.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Passport validity changed: from ~~The safe rule airlines apply, although shorter validity is sometimes accepted for some nationalities.~~ to Honduras's National Institute of Migration says passports must be valid for at least 6 months. The UK Foreign Office says at least 6 months after the date you arrive, with at least 2 blank pages. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Yellow fever changed: from ~~(parts of South America and Africa). Not needed on direct arrivals from North America or Europe.~~ to The National Institute of Migration says yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for travellers entering from countries with a risk of transmission, which it lists as parts of Panama; Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname and Venezuela; and 32 African countries. (inm.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Onward ticket changed: from ~~The US Department of State says you need evidence of onward travel to enter Honduras (page unreadable)~~ to Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask to see a return or onward ticket. (travel.state.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Source changed: from ~~https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Honduras.html~~ to https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/honduras (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Currency declaration changed: from ~~Cash over USD 10,000 … must be declared (cited to China's MFA)~~ to Honduras customs says every traveller, Honduran or foreign, entering or leaving the country must state on the Regional Traveller's Sworn Declaration whether they carry cash, electronic purses or negotiable instruments worth USD 10,000 or more (or the equivalent). (cs.mfa.gov.cn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Source changed: from ~~http://cs.mfa.gov.cn/zggmcg/ljmdd/bmz_655327/hdls_656445/~~ to https://www.aduanas.gob.hn/LandingAAH/#/travelers-regime (aduanas.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Safety changed: from ~~…the places tourists actually go — the Bay Islands, Copán Ruinas, La Ceiba's beach resorts — are markedly calmer…~~ to The UK Foreign Office says Honduras has one of the highest violent crime rates in Latin America, though most serious crime does not affect tourists. It advises avoiding walking around Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula and other mainland cities, using radio-dispatched or hotel taxis for short distances, not displaying valuables and avoiding road travel at night. Canada's travel advice says the Bay Islands are generally safe, with lower violent crime. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Source changed: from ~~https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/honduras~~ to https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/honduras/safety-and-security (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Driving changed: from ~~…and have not been checked for Honduras yet.~~ to Honduras is a party to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1949 Geneva one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1968 Vienna version. A permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention carries no treaty obligation here. No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, or for how long a foreign license may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Tip: CA-4 clock changed: from ~~Honduras shares one 90-day stay … extend at a migration office or leave the zone (Belize, Costa Rica or Mexico) before day 90.~~ to Canada's travel advice says Canadians can travel between Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua (the CA-4) for up to 90 days, that an extension of up to 30 days must be requested from the National Institute of Migration before the first stay expires, and that Honduras allows a maximum of 120 days. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Tip: diving changed: from ~~— make sure your insurance covers diving.~~ to If you dive in the Bay Islands, the UK FCDO says there is a hyperbaric (recompression) chamber on Roatán and recompression facilities on Utila, but that emergency medical facilities on the islands are extremely limited. (inm.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— FAQ: Do I need a visa? changed: from ~~Most Western travelers do not … under the CA-4 scheme. British citizens are the exception: they now need a visa…~~ to Many nationalities do not, including citizens of the US, the EU, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Japan; the National Institute of Migration says tourists may stay up to 90 days, extendable by 30. British citizens must have a visa, according to the UK Foreign Office. Other nationalities need a consular visa, and some a "consulted" visa that the National Institute of Migration must authorise first. (inm.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— FAQ: CA-4 rule changed: from ~~a single 90-day stay covers all four countries, and moving between them does not reset it … Belize, Costa Rica and Mexico are all outside it.~~ to Canada's travel advice says that under the CA-4 agreement Canadians can travel between Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua for up to 90 days, with the length of stay set by the officer at the first entry point. An extension of up to 30 days must be requested and paid for at the National Institute of Migration before the first stay expires, and Honduras allows a maximum of 120 days; after that you must change your status, leave the CA-4 region or travel to El Salvador. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— FAQ: Is Honduras safe? changed: from ~~Take care. … It [FCDO] describes the Bay Islands as generally safer than the mainland~~ to The UK FCDO says Honduras has one of the highest violent crime rates in Latin America; most serious crime does not affect tourists, but incidents can happen anywhere, including tourist areas. Canada says the Bay Islands are generally safe, with lower violent crime, and advises avoiding non-essential travel to some areas, including within 20 km of the borders with Guatemala and El Salvador (Copán Ruinas and the El Florido crossing are excluded) and parts of San Pedro Sula. Both advise against road travel at night. (inm.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Passport notes (AF,AL,DZ,AO,AM,AZ…) changed: from ~~Confirm your category with a Honduran consulate.~~ to A visa is required before travel: either a consular visa issued by a Honduran consulate or, for some nationalities, a "consulted" visa that the National Institute of Migration must authorise first. (inm.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Passport notes (AD,AR,AU,AT,BS,BB…) changed: from ~~shared across the CA-4 zone … and extendable once~~ to Visa-free; the National Institute of Migration says tourists may stay up to 90 days, extendable by 30 days. You can complete the online prechequeo pre-check before arrival. (inm.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Passport notes (AG,BH,BZ,KW,MG,MH…) changed: from ~~shared across the CA-4 zone … and extendable once~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days, extendable by 30 days (National Institute of Migration). Honduras's foreign ministry list of visa categories (CA-4 Annex I, updated 1 March 2019), the most recent official list we could read, puts this nationality in category A, exempt from visa; no official source says otherwise. (sre.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Passport notes (BY) changed: from ~~shared across the CA-4 zone … and extendable once~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days, extendable by 30 days (National Institute of Migration). Honduras's foreign ministry list of visa categories (CA-4 Annex I, updated 1 March 2019), the most recent official list we could read, states that Honduras gives category A, exempt from visa, to ordinary Belarusian passports; no official source says otherwise. (sre.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Passport notes (CN) changed: from ~~Procedures have been evolving since … Check with the nearest Honduran consulate.~~ to Ordinary passports need a visa. China's foreign ministry says Chinese diplomatic, service and public-affairs ordinary passports, and holders of a US, Canadian or Schengen visa valid for at least six months, can enter without one. (cs.mfa.gov.cn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Passport notes (SV,GT,NI) changed: from ~~the four countries form one migration zone~~ to Under the CA-4 free mobility agreement, citizens of Guatemala, El Salvador and Nicaragua can enter Honduras with either their national identity card or a passport. (inm.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Passport notes (TW) changed: from ~~…former visa-free status has been in doubt. Confirm current requirements with a Honduran consulate before booking.~~ to No official source we could read states the current rule for Taiwanese passports. Honduras's foreign ministry list of 2019 gave them category A, exempt from visa; China's foreign ministry says Honduras and China established relations on 26 March 2023. (sre.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Passport notes (GB) changed: from ~~…get a 30-day entry stamp on arrival. The Honduran Embassy in London issues…~~ to The UK Foreign Office says British citizens must have a visa, applied for at a Honduran embassy, and that cruise passengers may go ashore without one on a short pass for the hours the ship is docked. The National Institute of Migration gives consular visa fees of USD 30 single-entry (30 days) and USD 60 multiple-entry (90 days). (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Honduras— Passport notes (VE) changed: from ~~usually by a sponsor~~ to Visa required, with prior clearance (consulted visa): Honduras's foreign ministry list of visa categories (CA-4 Annex I, updated 1 March 2019) states that Honduras gives category C, consulted visa, to all Venezuelan nationals, although the other CA-4 countries treat Venezuelans differently. It is the most recent official list we could read, and no official source says Honduras has lifted the requirement. The application is filed with the National Institute of Migration through a lawyer and a person in Honduras who takes responsibility for the traveller, before a consulate issues the visa. (sre.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— summary changed: from Hong Kong sets its own visa policy, entirely separate from mainland China: around 150 nationalities visit visa-free for between 7 and 180 days depending on passport, Indian nationals pre-register online for free, and only a minority of passports need an advance entry visa. to Hong Kong's Immigration Department publishes its own visa requirements: around 150 nationalities visit visa-free for between 7 and 180 days depending on passport, Indian nationals complete a free online pre-arrival registration, and a minority of passports need an entry visa before travel. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— AF/AO/AZ/BD/BI/KH… passport notes changed: from ~~Not on Hong Kong's visa-waiver list. Apply to the Immigration Department for an entry visa before travel; applications generally need a local sponsor.~~ to Not on Hong Kong's visa-free list. Obtain an entry visa before travel: the Immigration Department says applications go to the nearest Chinese diplomatic or consular mission, or to the Immigration Department directly by post or through a local sponsor. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— AM/BH/BY/BO/CV/CR… passport notes changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 30 days as a visitor. Confirm your exact allowance on the Immigration Department's visa-free list before a long stay.~~ to Visa-free for up to 30 days as a visitor. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— CN passport notes changed: from ~~Mainland Chinese citizens do not use a Hong Kong visa — travel is on a Mainland Travel Permit with an exit endorsement issued by mainland public-security authorities.~~ to Residents of the Chinese Mainland do not enter under the visa-free list: the Immigration Department sets out their entry arrangements separately (leaflet ID 894A). (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— XK passport notes changed: from ~~Kosovo passports are not on the visa-waiver list — contact the Immigration Department or a Chinese mission about entry-visa arrangements before travel.~~ to Kosovo is not named on the Immigration Department's list of visa requirements, and no official source we could read states the rule for Kosovo passports. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— MO passport notes changed: from ~~Macao residents enter freely — most use their Macao permanent identity card or visit permit rather than the SAR passport; confirm the exact stay allowance with the Immigration Department.~~ to Macao is not on the Immigration Department's list of foreign countries, and no official source we could read states the entry arrangements or the stay for Macao residents. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— visaTypes[visit-visa].fee.notes changed: from ~~Standard visa fee. Apply direct to the Immigration Department (online or by mail) or through a Chinese embassy; applications generally need a Hong Kong sponsor.~~ to The ordinary visa fee in the Immigration Department's fee table. Apply through the nearest Chinese diplomatic or consular mission, or to the Immigration Department directly by post or through a local sponsor; Indian nationals apply to the Immigration Department direct. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— entryRequirements.passportValidity.text changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for at least one month after the date you plan to leave Hong Kong.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says your passport must be valid for at least one month after the date you plan to leave Hong Kong. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~Visitors must hold onward or return tickets, unless travelling on to mainland China or Macao. Have your booking to hand at immigration.~~ to Hong Kong's Immigration Department says visitors must hold onward or return tickets, unless in transit to the Chinese Mainland or Macao. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits.text changed: from ~~Cash and bearer instruments over HKD 120,000 (about USD 15,000) must be declared on arrival via the Red Channel under Hong Kong's cross-boundary cash rules.~~ to Hong Kong Customs says arriving travellers carrying currency and bearer negotiable instruments worth more than HKD 120,000 in total must declare them to a Customs officer using the Red Channel. (customs.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Violent crime is low, but pickpocketing and other street crime happen in crowded areas. Typhoon season runs from May to November. National security laws are interpreted broadly and enforced strictly; protests are rare, but move away from any demonstration and follow the authorities' advice. to The UK Foreign Office says violent crime is low but pickpocketing and other street crime can happen, that the typhoon season runs from May to November, and that national security laws can be interpreted broadly. It says protests are rare but could take place at any time, and that if you are near a demonstration you should follow the advice of local authorities and move away. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— tips[mainland-visa].text changed: from ~~Hong Kong's visa waiver does not cover mainland China. A day trip to Shenzhen or onward travel across the border needs a Chinese visa (or an applicable mainland transit exemption) arranged separately.~~ to The Government of Canada says that if you plan to visit or transit through mainland China you should obtain a Chinese visa before your trip, and that travel between Hong Kong, Macao and mainland China needs a visa allowing multiple entries. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— tips[par-india].text changed: from Indian nationals must complete the free online Pre-arrival Registration on the Immigration Department website before boarding. It takes minutes, lasts 6 months and allows multiple visits of up to 14 days. to Indian nationals must complete the free online Pre-arrival Registration before they can visit Hong Kong visa-free. A registration is valid for six months and allows multiple visits of up to 14 days each. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— tips[typhoons].text changed: from The UK FCDO says the typhoon season runs from May to November and that public offices and public transport shut down when a Typhoon 8 signal is raised. Build a buffer day into tight itineraries and follow Hong Kong Observatory warnings. to The UK FCDO says the typhoon season runs from May to November, that public offices and public transport shut down when a Typhoon 8 signal is raised, and that you should follow local warnings and check the Hong Kong Observatory. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— faq[china-visa].answer changed: from No. Hong Kong operates its own immigration system, so a mainland Chinese visa is neither needed nor valid for Hong Kong, and Hong Kong's visa waiver gives you no right to cross into mainland China. Arrange each separately. to No official source we could read says a mainland Chinese visa is valid for Hong Kong: Hong Kong's Immigration Department publishes its own visa requirements, under which most nationalities visit visa-free. The Government of Canada says that if you plan to visit or transit through mainland China you should obtain a Chinese visa before your trip. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hong Kong— faq[extend].answer changed: from Extensions must be applied for at the Immigration Department before your limit of stay expires and are granted only in exceptional circumstances for visitors. A visa run is not a right, and frequent back-to-back visits attract questioning. to Extension of limit of stay is applied for at the Immigration Department; its fee table lists HK$330 for a change of condition of stay, including an extension of limit of stay. The Department says that, except in the most unusual circumstances, visitors are not allowed to change their immigration status after arrival. No official source we could read states when a visitor's extension is granted. (immd.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— Type D visa fee notes changed: from For stays over 90 days: the EUR 110 fee covers the residence permit application and the D visa to collect it when filed at a Hungarian consulate (26,000–39,000 HUF when filed in Hungary). The D visa allows one entry and 30 days in Hungary to collect the permit. to For stays over 90 days: the EUR 110 fee covers the residence permit application and the D visa to collect it when filed at a Hungarian consulate (26,000–39,000 HUF when filed in Hungary). (oif.gov.hu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— Work permit notes changed: from ~~Combined residence and work authorization for employment over 90 days; requires a contract with an employer in Hungary and is initiated before travel.~~ to Combined residence and work authorization for employment over 90 days; the application needs an employment contract or a preliminary agreement with the employer in Hungary. (oif.gov.hu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— 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, 2026Hungary— Onward ticket changed: from ~~Border officers may ask non-EU visitors for proof of return or onward travel and accommodation details.~~ to Under the Schengen Borders Code, supporting documents border guards may check include a return or round-trip ticket and a document showing the accommodation envisaged. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— 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. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— 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, 2026Hungary— Tip: currency changed: from Pay in forint (HUF). Canada's travel advice says euros are accepted only in Budapest and some other major cities where a sign is posted, often at uncompetitive rates, and warns against unofficial moneychangers. to Hungary's currency is the forint (HUF). Canada's travel advice says euros are accepted only in Budapest and some other major cities where a sign is posted, often at uncompetitive rates, and warns against unofficial moneychangers. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— 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 mandatory, the €20 online authorization will be required before travel. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— 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. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— Safety changed: from ~~Hungary is one of Europe's safest destinations. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing on Budapest transport and around sights, and overcharging by unofficial taxis and some bars.~~ to The Government of Canada says pickpocketing and bag snatching occur and thieves target tourists. It reports overcharging by taxi drivers and bill scams in bars and restaurants, sometimes with taxi drivers as accomplices. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— Best time to visit changed: from ~~No official seasonal guidance; the months shown are not an official recommendation. The CIA World Factbook describes Hungary's climate as temperate, with cold, cloudy, humid winters and warm summers.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Hungary. The CIA World Factbook describes Hungary's climate as temperate, with cold, cloudy, humid winters and warm summers. (cia.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— Road vignette changed: from Hungarian motorways are paid for with the e-matrica, an electronic vignette registered to the number plate. There is no sticker to display. Besides the national vignettes above there are cheaper annual county vignettes, worth comparing if your driving stays within one or two counties. Buy from the national toll operator or its resellers; the price is the same everywhere. to Hungarian motorways are paid for with the e-vignette (e-matrica), bought for a specific registration number and country code. Besides the national vignettes above there are annual county vignettes, valid on the toll expressways of one county. (nemzetiutdij.hu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— Passport notes (IE, DE, FR, ES, IT, PT, NL, PL, RO, AT, BE, BG, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, GR, 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, 2026Hungary— 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, 2026Hungary— 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.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— Passport notes (TR) changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Hungarian embassy or consulate serving your place of residence.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— Passport notes (CN, PH, ID, VN, PK, NG, ZA, AF, DZ, AO, AM, AZ, BH, BD, BY, BZ, BJ, BT, BO, BW, BF, BI, CV, KH, CM, CF, TD, KM, CI, CU, CD, DJ, DO, EC, EG, GQ, ER, SZ, ET, FJ, GA, GM, GH, GN, GW, GY, HT, IR, IQ, JM, JO, KZ, KE, KW, KG, LA, LB, LS, LR, LY, MG, MW, MV, ML, MR, MN, MA, MZ, MM, NA, NP, NE, KP, OM, PS, PG, QA, CG, RW, ST, SA, SN, SL, SO, SS, LK, SD, SR, SY, TJ, TZ, TH, TG, TN, TM, UG, UZ, YE, ZM, ZW) changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Hungarian embassy or visa center serving your place of residence.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— Passport notes (IN) changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Hungarian embassy or visa center (VFS Global) serving your place of residence.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Hungary— Passport notes (VU) 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 on the EU list of countries whose nationals need a visa; a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— visaPolicy.byPassport.AT.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 Iceland with a valid passport or national identity card and need no visa. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— visaPolicy.byPassport.LI.notes changed: from ~~EFTA citizens enjoy free movement equivalent to EU citizens.~~ to Iceland's Directorate of Immigration says EEA/EFTA citizens visiting Iceland must carry valid travel documents or identity cards accepted for border crossing, valid beyond their stay. (island.is )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— visaPolicy.byPassport.UA.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, 2026Iceland— visaPolicy.byPassport.VU.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 on the EU's list of countries whose nationals need a visa (Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, Annex I); a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— 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 states an insurance requirement for visa-exempt visitors. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— entryRequirements.declarations.ees.text changed: from Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. Registration happens at the border. There is nothing to submit in advance, but allow extra time on your first entry. to Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. Registration happens at the border; there is nothing to submit in advance. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— 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 says it will announce the start date several months before launch. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— summary changed: from Iceland applies Schengen rules through its EEA/EFTA membership: 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 — often applied for via another Schengen state representing Iceland. to Iceland is one of the 29 Schengen states: EEA/EFTA citizens enter with a valid passport or accepted identity card, 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. Icelandic embassies issue visas in four cities; in about 120 other cities other Schengen states issue them on Iceland's behalf. (island.is )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— visaPolicy.byPassport.AF.notes changed: from A Schengen short-stay visa is required. Iceland has few missions abroad — in many countries the application is lodged with another Schengen state representing Iceland; check which mission serves your place of residence. to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. Iceland's Directorate of Immigration says Icelandic embassies issue visas in London, New Delhi, Beijing and Washington, D.C., and that in about 120 other cities other Schengen states issue visas on Iceland's behalf. (island.is )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— visaPolicy.byPassport.RU.notes changed: from A Schengen visa is required, and Iceland has suspended accepting tourist-visa applications from Russian citizens; the EU’s visa facilitation agreement is also suspended (higher fees, slower processing). Entry with a Schengen visa issued by another state is assessed at the border. Confirm before traveling. to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— visaTypes.schengen-c.fee.notes changed: from €90 (children 6–11: €45; under 6: free), paid in local currency where you apply. Iceland has few missions abroad — in many countries applications are handled by another Schengen state representing Iceland. to €90 (children 6–11: €45; under 6: free). Icelandic embassies issue visas in four cities; in about 120 other cities other Schengen states issue visas on Iceland's behalf. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Crime levels are low, though petty theft and antisocial behaviour occur, particularly around bars in downtown Reykjavík. The bigger risks are natural: weather that changes quickly and makes driving hard, strong winds that can damage rental cars, and the volcanic eruptions on the Reykjanes peninsula since December 2023 — follow the authorities' latest advice. to The UK FCDO says crime levels are low but petty theft and antisocial behaviour can occur, particularly around bars in downtown Reykjavík; that weather can change quickly and strong winds can damage rental cars; and that there have been a series of volcanic eruptions on the Reykjanes peninsula since December 2023, so follow the authorities' advice. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from Iceland is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1968 Vienna one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1949 Geneva version. A permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention carries no treaty obligation here. Whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, and for how long a foreign license may be used, are set by nati... to Iceland is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1968 Vienna one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1949 Geneva version. A permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention carries no treaty obligation here. No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national licence, or for how long a foreign licence may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— faq.need-visa.answer changed: from EU and EFTA citizens enter freely with a passport or ID card. Citizens of around 60 countries — including the US, UK, Canada, Australia and Japan — can visit visa-free for 90 days in any 180-day period. Everyone else needs a Schengen short-stay visa (€90); in many countries another Schengen state handles applications on Iceland’s behalf. to EEA/EFTA citizens enter with a valid passport or accepted identity card. Citizens of the countries on the EU's visa-free list — including the US, UK, Canada, Australia and Japan — can visit visa-free for 90 days in any 180-day period. Everyone else needs a Schengen short-stay visa (€90); in about 120 cities other Schengen states issue visas on Iceland's behalf. (island.is )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— faq.schengen-member.answer changed: from Yes. Iceland is not an EU member but participates fully in Schengen through its EEA/EFTA membership — the same visa rules, the shared 90-days-in-180 allowance and the EU border systems (EES, ETIAS) all apply. to Yes. Iceland's Directorate of Immigration lists Iceland among the 29 Schengen states; a Schengen visa issued by any of them is valid for Iceland, and the 90-days-in-180 allowance covers the whole Schengen area. (island.is )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— faq.etias-needed.answer changed: from Once ETIAS becomes mandatory, visa-exempt non-EU travelers will need the €20 online authorization before traveling to Iceland 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 Iceland and the rest of the Schengen Area. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU says it will announce the start date several months before launch. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Iceland— faq.stopover.answer changed: from If you leave the airport, normal Schengen entry rules apply — visa-exempt nationals can stop over freely within their 90/180-day allowance, while visa-required nationals need a Schengen visa even for a one-day stopover. Transit without leaving the international zone generally needs nothing extra for most nationalities. to Iceland's Directorate of Immigration says a traveller flying from outside Schengen to Iceland and on to another Schengen airport is entering the Schengen area in Iceland and needs a Schengen visa if their nationality requires one. Only a journey from a non-Schengen country through Iceland to another non-Schengen country counts as transit, for which some nationalities need an Airport Transit Visa. (island.is )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— FAQ: Do US citizens need a visa (USD conversion and queue claim removed) changed: from US passport holders can get a Visa on Arrival for IDR 500,000 (about 32 USD), valid for a 30-day stay and extendable once for another 30 days. Applying online beforehand as an e-VOA at evisa.imigrasi.go.id saves queueing at the airport. to US passport holders can get a Visa on Arrival for IDR 500,000, valid for a 30-day stay and extendable once for another 30 days. It can also be applied for online in advance as an e-VOA at evisa.imigrasi.go.id. (imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— FAQ: extending the VOA (unconfirmed extension fee removed) changed: from ~~Yes, once, for another 30 days (60 days total). E-VOA holders can extend online; counter-VOA holders apply at an immigration office before the first 30 days expire, paying another IDR 500,000.~~ to Yes, once, for up to 60 days in total. E-VOA holders can extend online at evisa.imigrasi.go.id; holders of a VOA bought on arrival apply at the nearest immigration office. (imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— FAQ: Bali levy (USD conversion and unsourced clause removed) changed: from Foreign tourists visiting Bali pay a one-off levy of IDR 150,000 (about 10 USD) via the official Love Bali portal (lovebali.baliprov.go.id) or on arrival. It applies only to Bali province and is separate from the visa and the e-CD. to Foreign tourists visiting Bali pay a one-off levy of IDR 150,000 via the official Love Bali portal (lovebali.baliprov.go.id), or at the payment counters at Bali's airport and ports. (lovebali.baliprov.go.id )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— FAQ: who is visa-free (unsourced advice removed) changed: from Citizens of ASEAN member states — including the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia — and of Brazil, Turkey, Colombia, Peru, Suriname, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Hong Kong and Macau enter visa-free for up to 30 days. This visa-free entry cannot be extended, so anyone planning longer stays should use the Visa on Arrival (extendable to 60 days) or a tourist eVisa. to Citizens of ASEAN member states — including the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia — and of Brazil, Turkey, Colombia, Peru, Suriname, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Hong Kong and Macau enter visa-free for up to 30 days. This visa-free entry cannot be extended or converted to another permit. (imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— Tip: official sites (unattributed advice now attributed) changed: from Use only the official Indonesian immigration website for the e-VOA (evisa.imigrasi.go.id) and the All Indonesia arrival card (allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id). The UK Foreign Office says the arrival card is free and warns against alternative websites or email links that ask for payment, and against fake visa agents. to The UK Foreign Office advises using only the Indonesian immigration website (evisa.imigrasi.go.id) to get or extend a visa, says the All Indonesia arrival card is free, and warns against alternative websites or email links that ask for payment, and against fake visa agents. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— Tip: overstay (fine was unattributed; now attributed to the UK Foreign Office) changed: from ~~Overstaying costs IDR 1,000,000 per day; longer overstays can mean detention and deportation. Extend your VOA at an immigration office (or online for e-VOA) well before day 30.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says overstaying costs IDR 1,000,000 a day and can lead to prosecution, detention and deportation, and advises extending a 30-day visa within the first 30 days. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— Tip: Bali levy (unsourced advice removed) changed: from ~~Visiting Bali? Pay the IDR 150,000 tourist levy in advance at lovebali.baliprov.go.id and keep the QR receipt. It is separate from your visa and the e-CD.~~ to Visiting Bali? The provincial government strongly encourages paying the IDR 150,000 tourist levy online before departure at lovebali.baliprov.go.id; the levy voucher with a QR code is sent by email. (lovebali.baliprov.go.id )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— VOA fee notes (USD conversion removed) changed: from About 32 USD. The e-VOA is paid online by debit or credit card; a visa on arrival bought at the airport is paid at the designated bank counter in the immigration area. Available to citizens of 97 countries and territories. to The e-VOA is paid online by debit or credit card; a visa on arrival bought at the airport is paid at the designated bank counter in the immigration area. Available to citizens of 97 countries and territories. (imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab)