Data updates: October 2026
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- Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— e-VOA fee notes (surcharge and queue claims removed) changed: from
Same IDR 500,000 fee as the counter VOA, paid online by card (small payment surcharge applies). Skips the payment line on arrival.to Same IDR 500,000 fee as the counter VOA, paid online in advance by debit or credit card. (imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— C1 fee notes (advice removed) changed: from
Official tariff for the 60-day single-entry tourism visa (IDR 1,000,000). The stay can be extended several times, up to 180 days in total. Confirm the current amount on the official portal before applying.to Official tariff for the 60-day single-entry tourism visa (IDR 1,000,000). The stay can be extended several times, up to 180 days in total. (imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— Passport validity (emergency-passport clause not on the cited page) changed: from
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months on the date of arrival. Emergency/temporary passports are accepted only in limited cases.to Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months on the date of arrival. (imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— Yellow fever (WHO states arrival from risk countries, age 9 months+; transit clause not stated) changed: from
A yellow fever vaccination certificate (ICVP) is required only if you arrive from, or transited through, a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.to A yellow fever vaccination certificate (ICVP) is required for travellers aged 9 months or over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— Onward ticket (airline-enforcement claim removed) changed: from
Proof of an onward or return ticket is a formal condition of the VOA and visa-free entry, and airlines enforce it strictly at check-in.to Proof of an onward or return ticket is a formal condition of the VOA and visa-free entry. (imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— Proof of funds (border claim not on an official page) changed: from
No fixed amount is checked at the border for visa-on-arrival visitors. Applicants for the C1 tourist visit visa must show a bank statement covering the last three months, in their own or a sponsor's name, with at least USD 2,000 or the equivalent in another currency.to Applicants for the C1 tourist visit visa must show a bank statement covering the last three months, in their own or a sponsor's name, with at least USD 2,000 or the equivalent in another currency. (imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— Safety text ("generally safe" not on an official page; now attributed) changed: from
Indonesia is generally safe for tourists. Watch for petty theft in crowded areas, drink-spiking and methanol-tainted spirits, and respect volcano and sea-condition warnings.to The UK Foreign Office warns of bag-snatching and pickpocketing in busy tourist areas, drink spiking, methanol poisoning from counterfeit spirits, and volcanic eruptions, and advises respecting exclusion zones. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Indonesia— Passport row notes changed: from
Visa-free entry under ASEAN arrangements (30 days, not extendable and not convertible to another permit). | On the Directorate General of Immigration's calling-visa list, and not among the nationalities the eVisa portal offers a visa to. A visa approved before trav… | Indonesia has no diplomatic relations with Israel; Israeli passport holders are not admitted except with special clearance arranged through the Indonesian au… | Not on the Visa on Arrival list: a visit visa approved in advance (eVisa with sponsor/guarantor, or via an Indonesian embassy) is required. Confirm the curre…to Visa-free entry (Bebas Visa Kunjungan): 30 days, not extendable and not convertible to another permit. | On the Directorate General of Immigration's calling-visa list, and not among the nationalities the eVisa portal offers a visa to. A visa approved before trav… | Not on the Visa on Arrival or visa-free lists, and not among the nationalities the eVisa portal offers a visa to. A visa approved before travel is required. (imigrasi.go.id )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— summary changed: from
Most nationalities can obtain an Iranian tourist visa online or on arrival at major airports, and a list of countries published on Iran's visa portal enters visa-free. US, UK and Canadian citizens need a visa before travel according to their governments' advice (the UK Foreign Office says British passport holders need an organised tour or a sponsor in Iran), and Iran's visa portal says it may refuto Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues tourist visas through its online eVisa portal and on arrival at Iran's international airports, and its portal lists the countries whose citizens enter without a visa. US, UK and Canadian citizens need a visa before travel according to their governments' advice (the UK Foreign Office says British passport holders need an organised tour or a sponsor in Iran), and Iran's visa portal says it may refuse visas to some nationalities for political and diplomatic considerations without naming them. (evisa.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— passportValidity changed: from
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months on arrival. The UK Foreign Office says that if your passport has stamps from Israel or other countries' border crossing points with Israel, you may be refused entry to Iran.to Your passport must have at least six months' validity beyond your travel date. The UK Foreign Office says that if your passport has stamps from Israel or other countries' border crossing points with Israel, you may be refused entry to Iran. (evisa.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— vaccinations (yellow fever) changed: from
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.to The UK Foreign Office says you need a yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Iran only if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— vaccinations (polio) changed: from
If you arrive from a polio-affected country, you must carry a certificate proving you have had a polio vaccination.to The UK Foreign Office says that if you are coming from a polio-affected country, you need a certificate proving you have had a polio vaccine. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— travelInsurance changed: from
Iran's embassy in Berlin adds EUR 10 for compulsory travel insurance to every visa fee it charges; no official source we could read says whether the eVisa or the visa on arrival requires it. Many Western policies exclude Iran because of sanctions, so read the small print.to Iran's embassy in Berlin adds EUR 10 for compulsory travel insurance to every visa fee it charges; no official source we could read says whether the eVisa or the visa on arrival requires it. (germany.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— proofOfFunds changed: from
No fixed amount is published, but bring all the cash you will need, as foreign bank cards do not work in Iran.to No official source we could read states a proof-of-funds requirement or amount for Iran. The UK government says non-Iranian debit and cash cards will not work in Iran. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— countryFacts.safety changed: from
The UK, Canadian and Australian governments all advise against all travel to Iran, citing the volatile security situation, regional conflict and the risk of arbitrary detention, particularly for dual nationals. The UK government also reports attacks and robberies targeted at foreign nationals and tourists. Check your government's advisory before deciding to go.to The UK, Canadian and Australian governments all advise against all travel to Iran, citing the volatile security situation, regional conflict and the risk of arbitrary detention, particularly for dual nationals. The UK government also reports attacks and robberies targeted at foreign nationals and tourists. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— countryFacts.driving changed: from
Iran 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 national rto Iran is a party to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1949 Geneva one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1968 Vienna version. A permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention carries no treaty obligation here. No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national licence, or for how long a foreign licence may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— tips (us-uk-ca-rules) changed: from
Iran's MFA visa portal says some types of visa for the citizens of some countries can be applied for only in person at an Iranian embassy, without naming the countries. The UK Foreign Office says the Iranian Embassy has told it that British passport holders must apply as part of an organised tour or have a sponsor in Iran. Canada's travel advice says a tourist visa is required, and the US State Deto Iran's MFA visa portal says some types of visa for the citizens of some countries can be applied for only in person at an Iranian embassy, without naming the countries. The UK Foreign Office says the Iranian Embassy has told it that British passport holders must apply as part of an organised tour or have a sponsor in Iran. Canada's travel advice says a tourist visa is required, and the US State Department advises against all travel to Iran. (evisa.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— tips (voa-airports-only) changed: from
Iran's MFA describes visa on arrival only at its international airports (such as Tehran IKA); it says nothing about land borders, so if you arrive overland get the eVisa approval first.to Iran's MFA describes visa on arrival at Iran's international airports and asks travellers to apply online at least two days before travel and to hand a printed copy of the grant notice to the visa-on-arrival counter; the fee is paid in euros at the airport's bank terminals. (evisa.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— tips (dual-nationals) changed: from
Australia's Smartraveller says Iran does not recognise dual nationality and that foreign and dual nationals are at high risk of arbitrary detention or arrest, without guaranteed consular access. Many governments advise dual nationals not to travel.to Australia's Smartraveller says Iran does not recognise dual nationality and that foreign and dual nationals are at high risk of arbitrary detention or arrest, without guaranteed consular access. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— tips (cash-planning) changed: from
Bring your whole budget in cash. The UK government says non-Iranian debit cards will not work, changing money on the street is illegal, and exchange offices accept euros and US dollars more readily than pounds sterling.to The UK government says non-Iranian debit cards will not work in Iran, changing money on the street is illegal, and exchange offices accept euros and US dollars more commonly than pounds sterling. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— faq (need-visa) changed: from
Most nationalities do: apply online at evisa.mfa.ir or, if arriving by air, obtain a visa on arrival at Iran's international airports. Iran's visa portal lists the countries whose citizens enter visa-free, among them Turkey, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, China, Iraq and Oman, and 27 more whose ordinary passport holders may stay 15 days for tourism once every six months. US, UK and Canato Unless your country is on Iran's visa-waiver lists, yes: apply online at evisa.mfa.ir or, if arriving by air, obtain a visa on arrival at Iran's international airports. Iran's visa portal lists the countries whose citizens enter visa-free, among them Turkey, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, China, Iraq and Oman, and 27 more whose ordinary passport holders may stay 15 days for tourism once every six months. US, UK and Canadian citizens need a visa according to their own governments; the UK Foreign Office says British passport holders must apply as part of an organised tour or have a sponsor in Iran. (evisa.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— faq (credit-cards) changed: from
No. Canada's travel advice says the economy is exclusively cash-based, credit cards are not accepted and ATMs serve only local bank accounts; the UK government adds that non-Iranian debit cards will not work. Bring your budget in cash, preferably US dollars or euros.to No. Canada's travel advice says the economy is exclusively cash-based, credit cards are not accepted and ATMs serve only local bank accounts, and it advises bringing sufficient cash, preferably in US dollars or euros; the UK government adds that non-Iranian debit cards will not work. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— faq (is-it-safe) changed: from
Many governments advise against all travel. Australia's Smartraveller says do not travel to Iran and that foreigners, including dual nationals, are at high risk of arbitrary detention or arrest; the UK government says British and British-Iranian dual nationals face a very high risk of arrest, detention and questioning. Weigh the advisories seriously and keep insurance and registration in order ifto The UK, Canadian and Australian governments advise against all travel. Australia's Smartraveller says do not travel to Iran and that foreigners, including dual nationals, are at high risk of arbitrary detention or arrest; the UK government says British and British-Iranian dual nationals face a very high risk of arrest, questioning and detention. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from
Afghan nationals must obtain a visa from an Iranian consulate before travel — special documentation rules apply; confirm requirements with the nearest Iranian mission.to No official source we could read states how Afghan citizens obtain an Iranian visa. (evisa.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— Passport notes (148 rows) changed: from
Apply online for a tourist eVisa on evisa.mfa.ir, or — if arriving by air — obtain a visa on arrival at major international airports. The length of stay is set on the visa itself: Iran's MFA visa portal does not publish a standard allowance. Iran's MFA describes visa on arrival only at its international airports, so if arriving overland get the eVisa first.to Apply online for a tourist eVisa on evisa.mfa.ir, or, if arriving by air, obtain a visa on arrival at Iran's international airports. The length of stay is set on the visa itself: Iran's MFA visa portal does not publish a standard allowance. (evisa.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— Passport notes (27 rows) changed: from
Visa-free for tourism for a non-extendable 15 days, once every six months, under the list of 27 countries published on Iran's MFA eVisa portal. Confirm the current terms for your passport on evisa.mfa.ir before travel.to Visa-free for tourism for a non-extendable 15 days, once every six months, under the list of 27 countries published on Iran's MFA eVisa portal. (evisa.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— Passport notes (3 rows) changed: from
Apply online for a tourist eVisa on evisa.mfa.ir, or — if arriving by air — obtain a visa on arrival at major international airports. Iran's MFA portal lists its visa-waiver countries, its visa-on-arrival countries and the 27 countries granted 15 days without a visa, and this passport is in none of them; unilateral exemptions have been announced outside that portal, so confirm before booking.to Apply online for a tourist eVisa on evisa.mfa.ir, or, if arriving by air, obtain a visa on arrival at Iran's international airports. Iran's MFA portal lists its visa-waiver countries, the countries whose nationals obtain a permit on entry and the 27 countries granted 15 days without a visa, and this passport is in none of them. (evisa.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— Passport notes (6 rows) changed: from
Visa-free under Iran's visa-waiver rules, according to Iran's MFA eVisa portal. No official source we could read publishes the permitted length of stay for this passport. Confirm the current terms with an Iranian embassy before travel.to Visa-free under Iran's visa-waiver rules, according to Iran's MFA eVisa portal. No official source we could read publishes the permitted length of stay for this passport. (evisa.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Iran— Passport notes (2 rows) changed: from
Visa-free entry: Iran's MFA eVisa portal says these nationals obtain the necessary permit on entry at designated entry points. No official source we could read publishes the permitted length of stay. Confirm the current terms with an Iranian embassy before travel.to Visa-free entry: Iran's MFA eVisa portal says these nationals obtain the necessary permit on entry at designated entry points. No official source we could read publishes the permitted length of stay. (evisa.mfa.ir )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— Summary ("no ETA or pre-registration" rested on silence; stay limit per the Immigration Service) changed: from
Ireland is not in the Schengen Area and runs its own visa policy: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens have freedom of movement, British citizens enjoy the Common Travel Area, visitors from the US, Canada, Australia, Japan and many other countries get up to 90 days visa-free with no ETA or pre-registration, and visa nationals apply for a short stay 'C' visa (€60 single entry).to Ireland runs its own visa policy: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens have freedom of movement, British citizens travel under the Common Travel Area, visitors from the US, Canada, Australia, Japan and many other countries need no visa and are admitted for up to 3 months at the immigration officer's discretion, and visa nationals apply for a short stay 'C' visa (€60 single entry). (irishimmigration.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— FAQ: US citizens ("no ETA" and "nothing to apply for" rested on silence) changed: from
No visa and no ETA. US citizens simply arrive with a passport valid for their stay and can be admitted for up to 90 days. Unlike the UK, Ireland has no electronic travel authorization. There is nothing to apply for before travel when flying directly to Ireland.to No. The United States is on the Immigration Service's list of nationalities that do not need a visa for Ireland. On arrival the immigration officer decides how long you may stay, up to a maximum of 3 months, and stamps the date in your passport. (irishimmigration.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— FAQ: Schengen visa (Schengen claims not on an official page read; BIVS/SSVWP conditions added) changed: from
No. Ireland is not in the Schengen Area and runs its own visa system, so a Schengen visa gives no right to enter Ireland. Visa-required nationals need an Irish short stay 'C' visa — though Chinese and Indian citizens with a UK visa endorsed "BIVS", and some nationalities under Ireland's Short-stay Visa Waiver Programme with a valid UK visa, can visit without a separate Irish visa.to Not on its own. Ireland's Immigration Service bases the visa requirement on nationality, and visa-required nationals need an Irish short stay 'C' visa. The exceptions it lists are Chinese and Indian nationals living in China or India whose UK visa is endorsed "BIVS", and nationals of the Short-stay Visa Waiver Programme countries who have entered the UK on an eligible UK short-stay visa. (irishimmigration.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— FAQ: UK ETA (UK-rule claims not on a page read; Irish SSVWP rule added) changed: from
Not if you fly directly to Ireland. The UK ETA is a British requirement and Ireland has no equivalent. But if your route transits or enters the UK first (including connecting through London), non-visa-national travelers generally need a UK ETA for that leg, so check UK rules for your itinerary.to No official Irish source we could read requires a UK ETA for travel to Ireland. Ireland's Immigration Service says a UK ETA cannot be used under its Short-stay Visa Waiver Programme: a visa-required national who holds a UK ETA rather than a UK visa needs a separate Irish visa. (irishimmigration.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— FAQ: South Africa ("reintroduced in June 2022" not on an official page read) changed: from
Yes. Ireland reintroduced the visa requirement for South African passport holders in June 2022, so the old visa-free access no longer applies. South Africans must obtain a short stay 'C' visa (€60 single entry) through the AVATS online system before traveling.to Yes. South Africa is on the Immigration Service's list of nationalities that need a visa for Ireland. South Africans apply for a short stay 'C' visa (€60 single entry) online through AVATS before travelling. (irishimmigration.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— FAQ: length of stay ("typically", "generally not extendable" and EU/UK claims not on the cited page) changed: from
Non-EEA visitors are typically admitted for up to 90 days — the immigration officer stamps the exact permission in your passport at entry. EU/EEA, Swiss and British citizens have no time limit under free movement and the Common Travel Area. Short-stay permissions are generally not extendable for tourism.to The immigration officer decides how long you may stay, up to a maximum of 3 months, and stamps the date in your passport; visitors on a short stay 'C' visa must leave before that stamp expires. (irishimmigration.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— Tip: not Schengen (no official page read states it) changed: from
Ireland is NOT in the Schengen Area. A Schengen visa is not valid for Ireland, and time spent in Ireland doesn't count against your 90/180 Schengen allowance. Visa nationals need a separate Irish visa (or an eligible BIVS-endorsed UK visa).to (removed) (irishimmigration.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— Tip: Common Travel Area (unattributed advice removed) changed: from
British and Irish citizens travel freely between the UK and Ireland under the Common Travel Area. The UK government's travel advice says some airlines and ferry operators require a passport as identification, so check your carrier's rules. Other nationalities should carry their passport, and visa-required nationals need an Irish visa even when entering from the UK, unless they qualify under the…to The UK government says British and Irish citizens can travel freely between the UK and Ireland under the Common Travel Area, and that some airlines and ferry operators require a passport as identification, so check your carrier's rules. Ireland's Immigration Service says visa-required nationals need an Irish visa unless they qualify under the British Irish Visa Scheme or the Short-stay Visa Wai… (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— Tip: driving (attribution carried through) changed: from
Traffic drives on the left in Ireland. Canada's travel advice says some roads can be uneven, narrow and winding, particularly in rural areas, and may become hazardous in severe weather.to Canada's travel advice says traffic drives on the left in Ireland, and that some roads can be uneven, narrow and winding, particularly in rural areas, and may become hazardous in severe weather. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— Passport validity (visa-exempt and ID-card rules not on the cited page) changed: from
If you need a visa for Ireland, your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date you plan to leave Ireland. Visa-exempt travellers need a passport valid for the whole of their stay; EU/EEA and Swiss citizens may use a national ID card instead.to If you need a visa for Ireland, your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date you plan to leave Ireland. No official source we could read states a validity rule for visa-exempt travellers. (irishimmigration.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— Travel insurance ("cannot enter without it" and EHIC claim not on the cited pages) changed: from
Visa holders must carry evidence of medical or travel insurance when they arrive and show it to the immigration officer on request; without it they cannot enter. Visa-free visitors are not formally required to hold it, though proof of health insurance for the stay is among the documents officers may ask to see. EU citizens can use the EHIC card for necessary public healthcare.to If your visa is approved, you must have evidence of medical or travel insurance when you arrive at the port of entry and present it to the immigration officer on request. For other visitors, the Immigration Service lists proof of health insurance covering the stay among the useful documents an officer may ask about. (irishimmigration.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— Proof of funds (advice removed) changed: from
No fixed amount is published, but non-EEA visitors must satisfy the immigration officer that they can support themselves for the visit — bank statements or cash/cards evidence helps if asked.to No official source we could read states an amount. The Immigration Service lists proof of sufficient funds among the useful documents an immigration officer may ask about. (irishimmigration.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— Currency limits (intra-EU claim not on the cited page; UK rule added) changed: from
Cash of EUR 10,000 or more must be declared when entering or leaving the EU via Ireland; there are no controls on cash carried between Ireland and other EU countries.to Cash of €10,000 or more must be declared to Customs when entering or leaving the EU at an Irish airport or port, including on journeys to or from the UK (but not Northern Ireland). (revenue.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— Safety text ("one of Europe's safest" not on an official page) changed: from
Ireland is one of Europe's safest destinations. The main risks are petty — pickpocketing in Dublin's tourist spots and occasional car break-ins at scenic viewpoints; don't leave valuables visible in rental cars.to The UK government advises taking precautions against bag-snatching and pickpocketing, avoiding carrying valuables and large amounts of money, and locking your vehicle and parking in a secure car park where possible. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Ireland— Passport row notes changed: from
Visa-free for up to 90 days. No visa, no ETA, no pre-registration. The immigration officer at the border decides the exact permission granted; be ready to ex… | Visa-free for up to 90 days. No visa, no ETA, no pre-registration. The immigration officer at the border decides the exact permission granted. | Common Travel Area: British citizens can live, work and travel in Ireland without any visa or permission. The UK government says a passport is not legally re… | EU freedom of movement — enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without time limit (register residence rights apply after 3 months). | Swiss citizens enjoy free-movement rights in Ireland — enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa. | EEA and Swiss citizens enjoy free-movement rights in Ireland — enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa. | Ireland removed the visa requirement for Ukrainian citizens as an emergency measure in February 2022, and the waiver has remained in force alongside the EU t… | Short stay ‘C’ visa required (€60 single entry); apply online via AVATS and submit documents to the designated visa office or embassy. | Ireland reintroduced the visa requirement for Botswana in 2022, ending the previous visa-free access. Apply for a short stay ‘C’ visa via AVATS well before t… | Short stay 'C' visa required (€60 single entry) — BUT under the British Irish Visa Scheme (BIVS), Chinese citizens holding an eligible UK short-stay visa end… | Ireland…to Visa-free: the Immigration Service does not require a visa for this nationality. The immigration officer decides how long you may stay, up to a maximum of 3 … | No visa needed. The UK government says British and Irish citizens can travel freely between the UK and Ireland under the Common Travel Area, that British nat… | No visa needed: EU citizens have free-movement rights in Ireland. | No visa needed: Swiss citizens have free-movement rights in Ireland. | No visa needed: EEA citizens have free-movement rights in Ireland. | Visa-free: Ireland's Immigration Service says that, as announced by the Minister for Justice on 25 February 2022, citizens of Ukraine do not need a visa to t… | Short stay 'C' visa required (€60 single entry). Apply online via AVATS and submit documents as the application summary instructs. | Short stay 'C' visa required; the Immigration Service lists this nationality as exempt from the visa fee. Apply online via AVATS and submit documents as the … | Short stay 'C' visa required (€60 single entry). Apply online via AVATS and submit documents as the application summary instructs. Under the Short-stay Visa … | Short stay 'C' visa required; the Immigration Service lists this nationality as exempt from the visa fee. Apply online via AVATS and submit documents as the … | Short stay 'C' visa required (€60 single entry). Apply online via AVATS and submit documents as the application summary instructs. Under the British Irish Vi… | Short stay 'C' visa required … (irishimmigration.ie )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— summary changed: from
Citizens of around 100 visa-exempt countries — including the EU, US, UK, Canada and Australia — can visit Israel for up to 90 days but must obtain an ETA-IL electronic travel authorization before boarding; other nationalities need a B/2 visitor visa from an Israeli consulate, and nationals of several states with no relations with Israel are effectively barred.to Citizens of around 100 visa-exempt countries — including the EU, US, UK, Canada and Australia — can visit Israel for up to 90 days but must obtain an ETA-IL electronic travel authorization before boarding; other nationalities need a B/2 visitor visa from an Israeli consulate. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (84 rows: DZ,AO,AG,AM,AZ,BH,BD,BJ,BT,BO,BA,BN…) changed: from
Apply for a B/2 visitor visa at an Israeli embassy or consulate before travel. Expect to show proof of funds, ties to your home country and a return ticket; processing times vary by mission.to Apply for a B/2 visitor visa at an Israeli embassy or consulate before travel. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (6 rows: IR,IQ,LB,LY,SY,YE) changed: from
Israeli law treats this country as an enemy state — its citizens are not admitted to Israel except with rare, individually granted permission from the Ministry of Interior.to No official source we could read states that citizens of this country are barred from Israel. Israel's Foreign Ministry lists Lebanese, Libyan, Syrian and Yemeni passports as requiring a tourist visa. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from
Holders of Palestinian Authority passports are subject to a separate permit regime administered through COGAT rather than the tourist visa system. Entry to Israel generally requires an individual permit, and this applies even to Palestinian ID holders who also carry a foreign passport.to No official source we could read states the entry rule for holders of Palestinian Authority passports. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— visaPolicy.defaultStayWindow.text changed: from
The Population and Immigration Authority states that an approved ETA-IL lets you “stay for up to 90 days per visit” — the allowance is per entry, not a running total, so leaving and returning starts it again. The authority does not say whether the days of arrival and departure are counted, so we count both.to The Population and Immigration Authority states that an approved ETA-IL lets you “stay for up to 90 days per visit”. The authority does not say whether the days of arrival and departure are counted, so we count both. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— visaTypes.eta-il.fee.notes changed: from
Per traveler, paid online; the fee has at times been waived during the rollout. The current amount is shown on the official site.to Per traveler, paid online; the Population and Immigration Authority says it cannot be refunded after you apply. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— entryRequirements.travelInsurance.text changed: from
No official page states an insurance requirement for visa-exempt visitors travelling on an ETA-IL. Applicants for an eVisa-B2 tourist visa must show health insurance valid in Israel for the whole visit. Medical care is expensive either way, so check that any policy covers the current security situation.to No official page states an insurance requirement for visa-exempt visitors travelling on an ETA-IL. Applicants for an eVisa-B2 tourist visa must show health insurance valid in Israel for the whole visit. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds.text changed: from
No fixed amount is published. eVisa-B2 applicants must prove sufficient funds for the visit with bank statements for the last three months, a bank letter, or another document showing the funds. Border officers may ask any visitor about means and accommodation.to No official source we could read states a fixed amount. eVisa-B2 applicants must prove sufficient funds for the visit with bank statements for the last three months, a bank letter, or another document showing the funds. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— countryFacts.payments.text changed: from
No official source we could read describes card acceptance in Israel. Australia's Smartraveller says ATMs are widely available; the Government of Canada notes they may not accept Canadian cards.to No official source we could read describes card acceptance in Israel. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from
Israel is a modern, orderly country, but the security situation can change quickly: government advisories warn particularly about areas near Gaza and the Lebanese border, and rocket alerts can occur elsewhere. Learn how Home Front Command alerts work, follow local instructions, and check your government's advisory before and during your trip.to The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Gaza and within 500 m of the border with Gaza, and to parts of northern Israel and the occupied Golan Heights; it says rocket fire can affect most areas of Israel and tells travellers to check Home Front Command for the latest guidance. Australia's Smartraveller advises reconsidering the need to travel to Israel and not travelling to the border areas with Gaza, Lebanon and Syria. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit.text changed: from
No official seasonal guidance. Australia's Smartraveller says flash floods can happen in the Negev desert from November to March, and sandstorms, dust storms and bushfires happen in the warmer months.to No official seasonal guidance. The UK FCDO says flash flooding is a risk, particularly in the arid southern region of the Negev. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from
Israel 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 Israel yet.to Israel 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 Israel's own rule on whether a permit is required in addition to a national license. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— tips.security-questioning.text changed: from
The UK FCDO says you may face lengthy personal questioning and baggage searches at security when you enter and leave Israel. Allow plenty of time at the airport.to The UK FCDO says you may face lengthy personal questioning and baggage searches at security when you enter and leave Israel. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— tips.shabbat.text changed: from
Shabbat runs from sunset on Friday to Saturday evening. Australia's Smartraveller says driving is restricted in Orthodox neighbourhoods and public access to them is usually restricted, and the UK FCDO advises against driving into ultra-Orthodox areas of Jerusalem on Shabbat. Plan travel around it.to The UK FCDO says Shabbat runs from sunset on Friday to nightfall on Saturday, and advises against driving into ultra-Orthodox areas of Jerusalem on Shabbat, where residents may throw stones at cars. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— faq.need-visa.answer changed: from
If you are from one of the roughly 100 visa-exempt countries — the EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia, most of Latin America and others — you do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days, but you must obtain an ETA-IL electronic travel authorization online before boarding. Most other nationalities need a B/2 visitor visa from an Israeli embassy or consulate; citizens of Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Libya, Syria and Yemen are not admitted except with rare individual permission, and the Foreign Ministry lists Afghan, Pakistani, Saudi, Somali and Sudanese passports as needing a tourist visa, with no ETA-IL available to them.to If you are from one of the roughly 100 visa-exempt countries — the EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia, most of Latin America and others — you do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days, but you must obtain an ETA-IL electronic travel authorization online before boarding. Most other nationalities need a B/2 visitor visa from an Israeli embassy or consulate; the Foreign Ministry lists, among others, Afghan, Lebanese, Libyan, Pakistani, Saudi, Somali, Sudanese, Syrian and Yemeni passports as needing a tourist visa. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— faq.eta-il-what.answer changed: from
ETA-IL is Israel's electronic travel authorization, mandatory for visa-exempt visitors. Apply at israel-entry.piba.gov.il with your passport details; the fee is ILS 25 per traveler and the authority says a reply usually arrives within 24 to 72 hours, sometimes within minutes. It is valid for two years (or until your passport expires) and covers multiple visits of up to 90 days.to ETA-IL is Israel's electronic travel authorization, mandatory for visa-exempt visitors. Apply at israel-entry.piba.gov.il with your passport details; the fee is ILS 25 per traveler. It is valid for two years (or until your passport expires) and covers multiple visits of up to 90 days. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— faq.passport-stamp.answer changed: from
Not at Ben Gurion Airport: the UK FCDO says visitors arriving there get an entry card instead of a passport stamp, while at other entry points you may get either a card or a stamp. Exit and entry stamps from neighbouring countries' land borders can still show the visit.to Not at Ben Gurion Airport: the UK FCDO says visitors arriving there get an entry card instead of a passport stamp, while at other entry points you may get either a card or a stamp. The FCDO's advice for Iran says stamps from other countries' border crossings with Israel can also lead to refusal of entry there. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— faq.muslim-countries-after.answer changed: from
It can. The UK FCDO says an Israeli stamp or other evidence of travel to Israel may get you refused entry to Iran, Lebanon, Syria and Kuwait — for Iran this includes stamps from other countries' border crossings with Israel — and that a passport showing previous travel to Israel will not be accepted for travel to Libya. Entry to Israel through Ben Gurion normally leaves no stamp, but check before planning onward travel to such countries.to The UK FCDO says an Israeli stamp or other evidence of travel to Israel may get you refused entry to Iran, Lebanon, Syria and Kuwait — for Iran this includes stamps from other countries' border crossings with Israel — and that a passport showing previous travel to Israel will not be accepted for travel to Libya. It also says visitors entering through Ben Gurion Airport get an entry card instead of a passport stamp. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Israel— faq.is-it-safe.answer changed: from
Conditions vary with the regional situation. Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and the main tourist areas function normally most of the time, but government advisories warn against areas near Gaza and the northern border, and rocket alerts can occur with little notice. Check your government's current advice, buy insurance that covers the situation, and follow Home Front Command instructions while in the country.to The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Gaza and within 500 m of the border with Gaza, and to parts of northern Israel and the occupied Golan Heights, and says rocket fire can affect most areas of Israel; it tells travellers to check Home Front Command for the latest guidance. Australia's Smartraveller advises reconsidering the need to travel to Israel and not travelling to the border areas with Gaza, Lebanon and Syria. (israel-entry.piba.gov.il )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— Notes for EU passports changed: from
; 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, 2026Italy— Notes for RU passport changed: from
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, 2026Italy— Notes for IN passport changed: from
visa center (VFS Global) servingto A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Italian consulate or visa center serving your place of residence. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— Notes for VU passport 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 2018/1806 as amended), so a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— National visa fee notes changed: from
For stays over 90 days: work, family reunification and other long-stay purposes. Within 8 days of arrival you must apply for a residence permit (permesso di soggiorno). Confirm the fee for your category with the consulate.to Long-stay visa for periods over 90 days. (ambwashingtondc.esteri.it )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— Student visa fee notes changed: from
Required for courses longer than 90 days; needs proof of enrollment, funds, accommodation and health insurance. Confirm the current fee with the consulate.to National visa for study, for periods over 90 days. (ambwashingtondc.esteri.it )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— Digital nomad visa fee notes changed: from
For highly qualified remote workers and freelancers working for non-Italian clients; income threshold of roughly €25,000–28,000 per year plus insurance and accommodation. Confirm requirements with the consulate.to No official source we could read states the income threshold or other requirements for this visa. (ambwashingtondc.esteri.it )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— Work visa fee notes changed: from
Requires a work authorization (nulla osta) obtained by the employer in Italy, usually within the annual decreto flussi quota system.to No official source we could read states the requirements for this visa. (ambwashingtondc.esteri.it )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— Travel insurance changed: from
Visa-exempt visitors are not required to show it but border officers may ask about cover.to Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000, valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. No official source we could read requires visa-exempt visitors to hold insurance. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— Onward ticket changed: from
Border officers may ask non-EU visitors for proof of return or onward travel and accommodation details.to Italy's State Police lists sufficient means of subsistence for the stay and for the return journey among the entry conditions, and says a return ticket is sufficient proof of the means to return. (poliziadistato.it )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— Proof of funds changed: from
Confirm current figures with the consulate.to Italy sets means of subsistence on a sliding scale by trip length (Ministry of the Interior directive of March 1, 2000): for one traveler, €269.60 in total for stays of 1–5 days, €44.93 per day for 6–10 days, then a fixed sum plus a lower daily rate for longer stays (less per person for groups of two or more). (poliziadistato.it )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— Entry/Exit System changed: from
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; the EU says registration can be quicker if you register some data beforehand at a self-service kiosk or through a national app, where available. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— ETIAS changed: from
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, 2026Italy— FAQ: How much does an Italy Schengen visa cost? changed: from
Check your requirement on the official Visto per l'Italia portal.to The Schengen short-stay visa costs €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6–11. It allows stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— FAQ: Is ETIAS required to enter Italy? changed: from
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 boarding. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— FAQ: Does Italy have a digital nomad visa? changed: from
Yes. Since 2024 Italy issues a digital nomad visa for highly qualified remote workers earning roughly €25,000–28,000+ per year, with health insurance and accommodation requirements. Apply at the Italian consulate for your place of residence; after arrival you must request a residence permit within 8 days.to Italy lists a national visa for remote workers (lavoratori da remoto), applied for at the Italian consulate for your place of residence. No official source we could read states its income threshold or other requirements. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— FAQ: How long can I stay in Italy without a visa? changed: from
EU and EFTA citizens can stay indefinitely but must register locally after 3 months.to Visa-exempt non-EU visitors can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area. EU and EFTA citizens do not need a visa. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— Tip: ETIAS lookalike sites changed: from
Apply for ETIAS only at the official travel-europe.europa.eu site once it becomes mandatory — unofficial sites charge inflated fees.to (removed) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Italy— FAQ: Does Italy have a digital nomad visa? changed: from
Italy lists a national visa for remote workers (lavoratori da remoto), applied for at the Italian consulate for your place of residence. No official source we could read states its income threshold or other requirements.to No official source we could read describes a digital nomad visa or its requirements. The Italian Embassy in Washington says national visas, for stays over 90 days, are issued for purposes such as elective residency, work, study and family reasons. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— summary changed: from
Japan grants visa-free entry of up to 90 days to citizens of more than 70 countries and regions, offers an official eVisa for several other nationalities, and encourages all arrivals to pre-register immigration and customs details on the free Visit Japan Web service.to Japan has visa exemption arrangements with 74 countries and regions, most of them for stays of up to 90 days, and offers an official eVisa to residents of several other countries. Visit Japan Web lets arrivals register immigration and customs information in advance, and Japan Customs recommends submitting declarations through it. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.BB.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for short-term stays (tourism, business meetings, visiting friends). Working is not permitted.to Visa exemption for up to 90 days for holders of a Machine-Readable Passport compliant with ICAO standards; without one, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises obtaining a visa in advance. Working is not permitted. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.TR.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for short-term stays. Working is not permitted.to Visa exemption for up to 90 days for holders of a Machine-Readable Passport compliant with ICAO standards; without one, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises obtaining a visa in advance. Working is not permitted. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.PA.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for short-term stays (tourism, business meetings, visiting friends). Working is not permitted.to Visa exemption for up to 90 days, since 1 April 2024 for holders of ICAO-compliant ePassports; without one, a visa is required. Working is not permitted. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.PE.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for short-term stays (tourism, business meetings, visiting friends). Working is not permitted.to Visa exemption for up to 90 days, since 1 July 2025 for holders of ICAO-compliant ePassports; without one, a visa is required. Working is not permitted. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.RS.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for short-term stays (tourism, business meetings, visiting friends). Working is not permitted.to Visa exemption for up to 90 days, since 1 May 2011 for holders of ICAO-compliant ePassports; without one, a visa is required. Working is not permitted. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.BR.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for short-term stays under the Japan–Brazil arrangement. Working is not permitted.to Visa exemption for up to 90 days, since 30 September 2023 for holders of ICAO-compliant ePassports; without one, a visa is required. Working is not permitted. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.MY.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for short-term stays (tourism, business meetings, visiting friends). Working is not permitted.to Visa exemption for up to 90 days for holders of ICAO-compliant ePassports; without one, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises obtaining a visa in advance. Working is not permitted. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.TW.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for short-term stays (tourism, business meetings, visiting friends). Working is not permitted.to Visa exemption for up to 90 days, limited to passport holders with a personal ID number. Working is not permitted. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.HK.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for short-term stays (tourism, business meetings, visiting friends). Working is not permitted.to Visa exemption for up to 90 days for holders of a Hong Kong SAR passport, or a British National (Overseas) passport with the right of residence in Hong Kong. Working is not permitted. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.MO.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for short-term stays (tourism, business meetings, visiting friends). Working is not permitted.to Visa exemption for up to 90 days for holders of a Macao SAR passport. Working is not permitted. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.TH.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for short stays of up to 15 days. Working is not permitted.to Visa exemption for up to 15 days, since 1 July 2013 for holders of ICAO-compliant ePassports; without one, a visa is required. Working is not permitted. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.UA.notes changed: from
A visa is required. Apply at a Japanese embassy or consulate; special arrangements for evacuees have existed since 2022. Check with the nearest mission.to A visa is required. Apply at a Japanese embassy or consulate. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.ID.notes changed: from
A visa is normally required. Holders of Indonesian ICAO-compliant e-passports may pre-register for a short visa exemption (up to 15 days) at a Japanese mission. Confirm current rules before travel.to Visa exemption for up to 15 days only for holders of an ICAO-compliant ePassport registered with a Japanese diplomatic mission in Indonesia; the registration is valid for three years or until the passport expires. Others need a visa. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.KP.notes changed: from
Entry from North Korea is severely restricted under Japan's sanctions; visas are not normally issued to North Korean citizens.to North Korea is not among the 74 countries and regions exempt from a visa. No official source we could read states how visa applications from North Korean citizens are handled. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— visaPolicy.byPassport.QA.notes changed: from
Visa exemption for up to 30 days for holders of ICAO-compliant e-passports. Confirm any pre-registration requirement before travel.to Visa exemption for up to 30 days only for holders of an ICAO-compliant ePassport registered with a Japanese diplomatic mission; the registration is valid for three years or until the passport expires. (mofa.go.jp )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— entryRequirements.passportValidity.text changed: from
Japan does not impose a 6-month rule: your passport must simply be valid for the entire duration of your stay. Airlines may still apply stricter checks.to The UK government says your passport must be valid for the length of your stay, with no additional period of validity required. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 6, 2026Japan— entryRequirements.declarations.visit-japan-web.text changed: from
Free official service to pre-register immigration and customs declarations and get QR codes that speed up arrival. Optional — paper forms remain available on board — but strongly recommended.to Official service for registering immigration and customs information in advance; you present its 2D code at the immigration procedures. Japan Customs recommends submitting declarations electronically through it. (customs.go.jp )(opens in a new tab)