Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026Kosovo— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from The UK government's travel advice says the political situation is generally stable, but northern Kosovo remains politically sensitive and protests can occur there with little warning; Canada advises against non-essential travel to the northern municipalities of Leposavić, North Mitrovica, Zubin Potok and Zvečan. Pickpockets operate in airports and on public transport. In September 2026 large even… to The UK government's travel advice says the political situation is generally stable, but there is a risk of protests in the northern municipalities of Zvečan, Zubin Potok and Leposavić and in Mitrovica north of the Ibar, which have at times turned violent; Canada advises against non-essential travel to Leposavić, North Mitrovica, Zubin Potok and Zvečan. The UK government says pickpockets operate i… (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kosovo— tips[serbia-entry-stamp].text changed: from The UK government says you cannot travel from Kosovo to Serbia without a Serbian entry stamp and are likely to be refused entry without one; Serbia does not treat its crossing points with Kosovo as international border crossings. If you plan to continue to Serbia, enter Serbia first or route through a third country. to The UK government says you cannot travel from Kosovo to Serbia without a Serbian entry stamp and are likely to be refused entry without one; Serbia does not treat its crossing points with Kosovo as international border crossings. It advises taking a route through a third country. (ambasadat.net )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kosovo— tips[north-kosovo].text changed: from Canada advises against non-essential travel to northern Kosovo, and the UK government warns that protests in Zvečan, Zubin Potok, Leposavić and north Mitrovica have at times turned violent. Check current advice before visiting the north and avoid demonstrations. to Canada advises against non-essential travel to northern Kosovo, and the UK government warns that protests in Zvečan, Zubin Potok, Leposavić and north Mitrovica have at times turned violent and advises avoiding large crowds and demonstrations. (ambasadat.net )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kosovo— tips[cash-euros].text changed: from Canada's travel advice says Kosovo's economy is largely cash-based and cards are accepted only in some larger establishments, and Australia's Smartraveller says road tolls and fines must be paid in cash. Keep euros on you. to Canada's travel advice says Kosovo's economy is largely cash-based and cards are accepted only in some larger establishments. (ambasadat.net )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kosovo— faq[need-visa].answer changed: from Probably not: Kosovo's Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists over 100 nationalities that need no short-stay visa (up to 90 days), including EU and Schengen-area citizens, the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Israel, the Gulf states, most of Latin America and the Caribbean, many Pacific island states, and its neighbors Albania, Montenegro, North Macedoni… to Probably not: Kosovo's Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists the nationalities that need no short-stay visa (stays under 3 months), including EU and Schengen-area citizens, the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Israel, the Gulf states, most of Latin America and the Caribbean, many Pacific island states, and its neighbors Albania, Montenegro, North Macedo… (ambasadat.net )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kosovo— faq[kosovo-serbia-travel].answer changed: from Crossings operate, but direction matters. The UK government says Serbia does not consider its crossing points with Kosovo to be official international border crossings: you can travel from Serbia to Kosovo and back, but not from Kosovo into Serbia without a Serbian entry stamp. If you entered Kosovo directly, route through a third country. to Crossings operate, but direction matters. The UK government says Serbia does not consider its crossing points with Kosovo to be official international border crossings: you can travel from Serbia to Kosovo and back, but not from Kosovo into Serbia without a Serbian entry stamp. It advises taking a route through a third country. (ambasadat.net )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kosovo— faq[currency].answer changed: from ~~The euro. Canada's travel advice says Kosovo's economy is largely cash-based, with credit cards accepted in some larger establishments and cash machines in urban centres, so carry euro cash.~~ to The euro. Canada's travel advice says Kosovo's economy is largely cash-based, with credit cards accepted in some larger establishments and cash machines in urban centres. (ambasadat.net )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kosovo— faq[is-kosovo-schengen].answer changed: from ~~No — Kosovo is outside the EU and the Schengen Area, so days spent there do not count against your Schengen 90/180-day allowance.~~ to No. The European Commission says the Schengen area is made up of 29 countries — 25 EU member states plus Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein — and Kosovo is not among them. (ambasadat.net )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kosovo— faq[kosovo-passport-holders].answer changed: from Kosovo citizens travel visa-free to the EU and Schengen Area for 90 days in any 180 with a biometric passport (since January 2024), but several countries that do not recognize Kosovo still refuse or restrict the passport. Check each destination individually. to Regulation (EU) 2023/850 exempts holders of biometric passports issued by Kosovo from the visa requirement for travel to the EU Member States, from 1 January 2024 at the latest. No official source we could read covers how other countries treat the passport. (ambasadat.net )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— visaTypes.visit-visa-sponsored.fee changed: from ~~{"amount":3,"currency":"KWD","notes":"The MOI fee table charges KWD 3 for family, private, government and business visit visas alike."}~~ to null (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— summary changed: from Kuwait admits GCC nationals freely and issues eVisas and visas on arrival to citizens of around 50 countries — including the US, UK, EU member states and much of East Asia — for tourist stays of up to three months. Most other nationalities can apply for the eVisa online if they hold a valid US, UK or Schengen visa; otherwise they need a sponsored visit visa arranged in advance. to Kuwait's Ministry of Interior issues a single-entry tourist visa (KWD 3, varying with nationality; valid for one month from issue, for stays of up to three months) online or on arrival at Kuwait International Airport to nationals of the countries it lists, including the US, the UK, all EU member states, Canada, Australia, Japan and South Korea. Holders of a valid US, UK or Schengen tourist visa can apply for the eVisa online whatever their nationality. (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— visaTypes.kuwait-evisa.fee.notes changed: from ~~Payable online. The exact fee is shown during the application; confirm on the official portal.~~ to Paid online. The Ministry of Interior gives the tourist visa fee as KWD 3 and says it may vary with the visitor's nationality; the applicable fee is shown when you complete the online application. (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— visaTypes.kuwait-voa.fee.notes changed: from ~~Payable at Kuwait International Airport for eligible nationalities.~~ to Nationals of the eligible countries can obtain the tourist visa on arrival at Kuwait International Airport. The Ministry of Interior gives the fee as KWD 3, varying with nationality. (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— onwardTicket changed: from ~~Tourist visa applicants, whether applying online or on arrival, need a confirmed round-trip flight ticket: the Ministry of Interior lists it among the required documents.~~ to The Ministry of Interior lists a confirmed round-trip flight ticket among the requirements for a Kuwait tourist visa. (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— customs.currencyLimits changed: from ~~Cash or negotiable instruments worth KWD 3,000 or more (or the foreign-currency equivalent) must be declared on arrival.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says cash or travellers' cheques worth KWD 3,000 or more must be declared when you bring them into Kuwait; you get a certified declaration, and without one the money could be seized when you leave. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— countryFacts.safety changed: from The FCDO reports strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in Kuwait, among other places in the region, since 8 July 2026, and warns of short-notice airspace closures; Kuwait International Airport is operating from Terminals 4 and 5 on reduced schedules. Stay away from security and military sites and follow local instructions to shelter. Violent crime against foreigners is rare, and strict laws on a to The FCDO reports strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in Kuwait, among other places in the region, since 8 July 2026, and warns of short-notice airspace closures; Kuwait International Airport is operating from Terminals 4 and 5 on reduced schedules. It advises staying away from areas around security or military facilities and taking shelter if advised to. The FCDO also says violent crime against foreigners is rare. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— countryFacts.driving changed: from Kuwait 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 to Kuwait 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, 2026Kuwait— tips (official-portal) changed: from ~~Apply for the eVisa only through the Kuwait Ministry of Interior's official Kuwait Visa platform (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw).~~ to Kuwait's tourist eVisa is issued through the Ministry of Interior's Kuwait Visa platform (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw). (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— faq (need-visa) changed: from GCC nationals enter freely without a visa. Citizens of around 50 countries — including the US, UK, EU member states, Canada, Australia, Japan and South Korea — can obtain a KWD 3 eVisa online or a visa on arrival at Kuwait International Airport. Most other nationalities can apply for the eVisa online if they hold a valid US, UK or Schengen tourist visa; a US, UK, Schengen or GCC residence permit m to Nationals of the countries the Ministry of Interior lists, including the US, the UK, all EU member states, Canada, Australia, Japan and South Korea, can obtain a tourist visa online or on arrival at Kuwait International Airport (KWD 3, varying with nationality). Other nationalities can apply for the eVisa online if they hold a valid US, UK or Schengen tourist visa; holders of a US, UK, Schengen or GCC residence permit may qualify, depending on their occupation. The Ministry's family and business visit visas are requested by a family member residing in Kuwait or by a local company. (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— faq (voa-how) changed: from Eligible nationalities pay KWD 3 at Kuwait International Airport for a tourist visa on arrival, typically allowing a stay of up to three months. Canada's travel advice recommends applying for the eVisa before arrival to avoid delays or complications on entry. to Nationals of the eligible countries can obtain the tourist visa on arrival at Kuwait International Airport. The Ministry of Interior gives the fee as KWD 3, varying with nationality, and the stay as up to three months from entry. Canada's travel advice recommends applying for the eVisa before arrival to avoid delays or complications on entry. (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— faq (evisa-cost) changed: from ~~The tourist eVisa costs KWD 3 (roughly USD 10). Apply only through the Ministry of Interior's official portal and confirm the exact fee during the application.~~ to The Ministry of Interior gives the tourist visa fee as KWD 3 and says it may vary with the visitor's nationality; the applicable fee is shown when you complete the online application on kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw. (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— faq (israeli-stamp) changed: from No. Kuwait does not admit Israeli passport holders. The UK government's travel advice says travellers whose passports contain an Israeli stamp may be refused a visa or entry, and Canada's travel advice reports Canadians being denied entry because of Israeli visas or stamps, or Egyptian or Jordanian border stamps from crossings with Israel. to The UK government's travel advice says travellers whose passports contain an Israeli stamp may be refused a visa or entry, and Canada's travel advice reports Canadians being denied entry because of Israeli visas or stamps, or Egyptian or Jordanian border stamps from crossings with Israel. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— Passport notes (12 rows) changed: from ~~Not eligible for the eVisa or visa on arrival. A visit visa must be arranged in advance through a sponsor in Kuwait or a Kuwaiti embassy.~~ to Not eligible for the eVisa or visa on arrival. On the Ministry of Interior's visa platform, a family visit visa is requested by a family member residing in Kuwait and a business visit visa by a local company. (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— Passport notes (128 rows) changed: from Not eligible for the eVisa or visa on arrival on nationality alone. Holders of a valid US, UK or Schengen tourist visa can apply for the eVisa online; otherwise a visit visa must be arranged in advance through a sponsor in Kuwait or a Kuwaiti embassy. to Not eligible for the eVisa or visa on arrival on nationality alone. Holders of a valid US, UK or Schengen tourist visa can apply for the eVisa online. Otherwise, on the Ministry of Interior's visa platform a family visit visa is requested by a family member residing in Kuwait and a business visit visa by a local company. (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— Passport notes (52 rows) changed: from ~~Eligible for the Kuwait tourist eVisa (KWD 3) or a visa on arrival at the airport for stays of up to three months. Confirm current eligibility on the official portal before travel.~~ to Eligible for the Kuwait tourist eVisa (KWD 3) or a visa on arrival at Kuwait International Airport, for stays of up to three months. (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— Passport notes (5 rows) changed: from ~~GCC citizens may enter Kuwait freely under Gulf Cooperation Council arrangements. A national ID card is accepted and no visa is needed.~~ to No official source we could read states the entry rules for GCC citizens. (kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kuwait— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from ~~Kuwait does not admit Israeli passport holders. The UK government's travel advice says travellers of any nationality whose passports contain an Israeli stamp may be refused a visa or entry.~~ to No official source we could read states the entry rules for Israeli passport holders. The UK government's travel advice says travellers of any nationality whose passports contain an Israeli stamp may be refused a visa or entry. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— summary changed: from Kyrgyzstan is one of Central Asia's easiest destinations to enter: around 60 nationalities — including the whole EU, the UK and the US — stay visa-free for up to 30 days, CIS citizens enter freely, and most other travelers can apply through the official eVisa portal. to Kyrgyzstan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs e-Visa portal lists visa-free stays of up to 30 days for many nationalities, including EU states, the UK and the US, and up to 90 days or longer for several neighbouring and Eurasian Economic Union states; other travellers apply for a visa through the official e-Visa portal. (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— visaPolicy.byPassport.AF.notes changed: from ~~Not covered by the eVisa scheme. Apply at a Kyrgyz embassy; an invitation and additional vetting are usually required.~~ to A visa is required: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' e-Visa portal shows no visa-free regime for this passport. Visa applications are made online at evisa.e-gov.kg. (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— visaPolicy.byPassport.DZ.notes changed: from ~~Apply for the eVisa at evisa.e-gov.kg before travel; nationalities outside the eVisa scheme must apply at a Kyrgyz embassy.~~ to A visa is required: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' e-Visa portal shows no visa-free regime for this passport. Visa applications are made online at evisa.e-gov.kg. (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— visaPolicy.byPassport.AZ.notes changed: from Visa-free on ordinary, service and diplomatic passports, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' e-Visa portal. The Regulation on the stay of foreign citizens sets no fixed period for this nationality and applies reciprocity instead, so confirm the permitted stay with a Kyrgyz mission before a long trip. to Visa-free on ordinary, service and diplomatic passports, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' e-Visa portal. The Regulation on the stay of foreign citizens sets no fixed period for this nationality and applies reciprocity instead. (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— visaPolicy.byPassport.MN.notes changed: from ~~Visa-free under CIS-era agreements — stays of up to 90 days are routine; check registration rules for longer stays.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' e-Visa portal. (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— visaPolicy.byPassport.TW.notes changed: from Taiwan is not in the e-Visa portal's list of passports, so the eVisa cannot be applied for, and the Regulation on the stay of foreign citizens grants Taiwan no visa-free regime. Kyrgyzstan publishes no rule for Taiwan passports; ask a Kyrgyz embassy or consulate before travel. to Taiwan is not in the e-Visa portal's list of passports, and the Regulation on the stay of foreign citizens grants Taiwan no visa-free regime. No official source we could read states the rule for Taiwan passports. (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— entryRequirements.passportValidity.text changed: from For a Kyrgyz visa the passport must stay valid for at least 6 months after the visa itself expires and have at least 2 blank pages. No Kyrgyz source states a rule for visa-free visitors; the UK government advises at least 6 months' validity from the day you arrive. to For a Kyrgyz visa the passport must stay valid for at least 6 months after the visa itself expires and have at least 2 blank pages. No Kyrgyz source we could read states a rule for visa-free visitors; the UK government says a passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the day you arrive. (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— entryRequirements.travelInsurance.text changed: from ~~Insurance is not an entry requirement, but Kyrgyzstan's mountains have minimal rescue infrastructure. A policy covering trekking at altitude and helicopter evacuation is strongly recommended.~~ to No official source we could read states a travel-insurance requirement for Kyrgyzstan. The UK FCDO advises insurance that covers any activity at high altitude and says the mountain rescue service is basic, staffed by volunteers with limited equipment. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~No formal requirement; border officers rarely ask, but airlines may want to see an onward booking before a one-way flight.~~ to No official source we could read states an onward- or return-ticket requirement for Kyrgyzstan. (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds.text changed: from ~~No fixed amount is published; visitors may occasionally be asked to show means of support for the stay.~~ to No official source we could read states a proof-of-funds requirement or amount for Kyrgyzstan. (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Kyrgyzstan is generally safe and hospitable; the main risks are practical — rough mountain roads, altitude and occasional petty crime in cities. Sections of the border with Tajikistan have seen periodic tension, so check conditions before traveling to remote border districts. to The UK FCDO says street crime, including bag-snatching and mugging, is a risk, and advises taking care if you go out alone or use public transport and considering private cars or pre-arranged taxis at night. It also warns of a high risk of avalanches, landslides and rockfalls on treks, and of frequent earthquake tremors. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from Kyrgyzstan 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 Kyrgyzstan yet. to Kyrgyzstan is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic, so it recognizes an International Driving Permit issued under either. No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national licence, or for how long a foreign licence may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— tips.cash-dollars.text changed: from US dollars are the most easily exchanged foreign currency, but the UK FCDO says notes from before 2007 are usually not accepted or carry an extra charge. ATMs often limit withdrawals, and you should bring cash for rural areas where there may be none. to The UK FCDO says US dollars are the most easily exchanged foreign currency, that notes from before 2007 are usually not accepted or carry an extra charge, and that ATMs sometimes have a maximum withdrawal limit. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— tips.registration-rules.text changed: from ~~Most visa-free visitors need no migration registration for short stays, but some nationalities and long-stayers still do. Check the rules for your passport on arrival or with your guesthouse.~~ to The UK FCDO says visitors staying in Kyrgyzstan for more than 30 calendar days must either leave before the 30 days end or register online with the State Registration Service within 5 days of entry. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— tips.trekking-cover.text changed: from The UK FCDO says the mountain rescue service is basic, staffed by volunteers with limited equipment, and that terrain can make it impossible for emergency services to reach you. Get insurance that covers high-altitude activity, use a reputable trekking agency, do not trek alone, and let someone know when you plan to return. to The UK FCDO says the mountain rescue service is basic, staffed by volunteers with limited equipment, and that terrain can make it impossible for emergency services to reach you. It advises getting insurance that covers high-altitude activity, using a reputable trekking agency, not trekking alone, and letting someone know when you plan to return. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— tips.border-permits.text changed: from The Government of Canada says that near the Tajik border some checkpoints remain closed or restricted, and travellers may face specific entry procedures and permit requirements. Check before planning treks in border areas. to The Government of Canada says that near the Tajik border some checkpoints remain closed or restricted, and travellers may face specific entry procedures and permit requirements. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— faq.need-visa.answer changed: from Probably not for a holiday: around 60 nationalities — including all EU states, the UK, US, Canada, Australia and Japan — enter visa-free for up to 30 days, Gulf citizens also enter visa-free, and CIS citizens enter freely. Most other travelers can apply online for an eVisa; only the remainder need an embassy visa. to The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' e-Visa portal lists visa-free stays of up to 30 days for many nationalities, including EU states, the UK, the US, Canada, Australia and Japan; Gulf states' citizens get up to 180 days in every 360, and several neighbouring states' citizens up to 90 days or more. Other travellers apply for a visa online at evisa.e-gov.kg. (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— faq.evisa-how.answer changed: from Apply online at evisa.e-gov.kg with a passport scan and photo; the tourist eVisa is typically processed in under a week and allows a stay of up to 30 days; the fee is shown during the application. Use an international airport or major land crossing, and carry a printout — remote checkpoints may want to see it. to Applications are made online at evisa.e-gov.kg and paid by card. The portal says the tourist visa (type TS) is issued with a validity of up to 30 calendar days, and gives an application review period of 5 working days. No official source we could read states the fee. (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— faq.registration.answer changed: from Visitors from the main visa-free list are exempt from migration registration for the length of their stay. Some other nationalities and anyone staying long-term may still need to register. Confirm the rule for your passport with your hotel or the local migration office. to The UK FCDO says visitors staying more than 30 calendar days must either leave before the 30 days end or register online with the State Registration Service within 5 days of entry, and that anyone staying with a property owner for longer than 30 days must register together with the owner. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Kyrgyzstan— faq.trekking-safe.answer changed: from The UK FCDO says trekking often involves very remote areas with a high risk of avalanches, landslides and rockfalls, fast-changing weather and possible snow at altitude even in summer, and that mountain rescue is a basic volunteer service. Use a reputable trekking agency, do not trek alone, carry insurance for high-altitude activity, and check permit rules for border areas. to The UK FCDO says trekking often involves very remote areas with a high risk of avalanches, landslides and rockfalls, fast-changing weather and possible snow at altitude even in summer, and that mountain rescue is a basic volunteer service. It advises using a reputable trekking agency, not trekking alone and getting insurance for high-altitude activity. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— summary changed: from Laos admits fellow ASEAN nationals visa-free for up to 30 days (14 for Myanmar), plus Japan, South Korea, Russia, Switzerland and others on bilateral or unilateral waivers. Nearly everyone else gets a 30-day tourist visa easily — online through the official Lao eVisa or on arrival at major airports and border crossings. About 35 nationalities that are not on the eVisa list, mostly in Africa and the Middle East plus Pakistan, Bangladesh and Iran, should apply at a Lao embassy. to Laos admits fellow ASEAN nationals visa-free for up to 30 days (14 for Myanmar), plus Japan, South Korea, Russia, Switzerland and others on bilateral or unilateral waivers. Nearly everyone else can get a 30-day tourist visa — online through the official Lao eVisa or on arrival at major airports and border crossings. About 35 nationalities that are not on the eVisa list, mostly in Africa and the Middle East plus Pakistan, Bangladesh and Iran, should apply at a Lao embassy. (laoevisa.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (7 rows: KH,ID,MY,PH,SG,TH,VN) changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 30 days under ASEAN arrangements.~~ to Visa-free for up to 30 days under a bilateral visa exemption agreement. (immigration.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from Chinese travelers can use the eVisa or visa on arrival; temporary visa-waiver schemes for Chinese tour groups have applied during tourism-promotion years. Check the current status before travel. The Department of Immigration says most travellers can get the visa on arrival but publishes no nationality list for it, so the eVisa is the route the government confirms for this passport. to Chinese travelers can use the eVisa or visa on arrival. The Department of Immigration says most travellers can get the visa on arrival but publishes no nationality list for it, so the eVisa is the route the government confirms for this passport. (laoevisa.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 14 days under ASEAN arrangements.~~ to Visa-free for up to 14 days under a bilateral visa exemption agreement. (immigration.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— visaTypes.evisa-tourist.fee.notes changed: from ~~USD 50 for most nationalities including the processing fee; a few nationalities pay slightly different rates shown during the application.~~ to The portal's fee calculator gives the fee per applicant, excluding bank charges; the fee is non-refundable. (laoevisa.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~No official source we could read states an onward-ticket requirement for Laos. Airlines may still ask for proof of onward travel.~~ to No official source we could read states an onward-ticket requirement for Laos. (laoevisa.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— entryRequirements.declarations.arrival-card.text changed: from Since 1 September 2025, every foreign national entering or leaving through Wattay International Airport (Vientiane), Luang Prabang International Airport, Pakse International Airport or the first Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge must register on the Lao Digital Immigration Form at immigration.gov.la within 3 days before arrival and again before departure. At those four checkpoints it replaces the paper arrival and departure cards; at other crossings, fill in the paper card. to Since 1 September 2025, every foreign national entering or leaving through Wattay International Airport (Vientiane), Luang Prabang International Airport, Pakse International Airport or the first Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge must register on the Lao Digital Immigration Form at immigration.gov.la within 3 days before arrival and again before departure. At those four checkpoints it replaces the paper arrival and departure cards. (immigration.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Most visits are trouble-free; petty theft, bag-snatching by people on motorbikes and road accidents are the main risks. The UK Foreign Office advises against all but essential travel to Xaisomboun Province, where there have been attacks on infrastructure and armed clashes with anti-government groups, and urges extreme caution in Bokeo Province near the Golden Triangle. Landmines and unexploded weapons are a hazard throughout Laos, so keep to main routes in rural areas. to The UK Foreign Office says travellers regularly report random bag snatches, often by people on motorcycles, and that petty crime can occur in tourist areas and around ATMs. It advises against all but essential travel to Xaisomboun Province, where there have been attacks on infrastructure and armed clashes with anti-government groups, and urges extreme caution in Bokeo Province near the Golden Triangle. It says landmines and unexploded weapons are a hazard throughout Laos and advises keeping to main routes in rural areas. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— tips.evisa-checkpoints.text changed: from The Lao eVisa is accepted only at designated entry points — Vientiane and Luang Prabang airports and a handful of land crossings such as the first Friendship Bridge. Check the official list before planning an overland entry. to The Lao eVisa is accepted only at nine designated ports: Wattay (Vientiane), Luang Prabang and Pakse international airports, Lao-Thai Friendship Bridges I, II and IV, Boten International Checkpoint, and Boten and Khamsavath railway stations. At any other port you need a visa on arrival, and the eVisa fee is not refunded. (laoevisa.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— tips.uxo-caution.text changed: from The UK FCDO says landmines and other unexploded weapons are a hazard throughout Laos and kill people each year; Canada names the Plain of Jars, Xiengkhouang province and the Lao-Vietnam border areas in particular. Keep to main routes in rural areas and do not pick up metal objects. to The UK FCDO says landmines and other unexploded weapons are a hazard throughout Laos and kill people each year; Canada names the Plain of Jars, Xiengkhouang province and the Lao-Vietnam border areas in particular. The FCDO advises keeping to main routes in rural areas and not picking up metal objects. (laoevisa.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— faq.which-borders.answer changed: from No. It is honored only at designated entry points, including Vientiane's Wattay and Luang Prabang international airports and the first Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge. Arriving anywhere else, get a visa on arrival or an embassy visa instead; check the current list on laoevisa.gov.la. to No. It is honored only at designated entry points, including Vientiane's Wattay and Luang Prabang international airports and the first Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge. The eVisa portal says that at any other port you must get a visa on arrival, and the eVisa fee is not refunded. (laoevisa.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Laos— faq.extend.answer changed: from Yes. Tourist visas can be extended at most twice per arrival at the Department of Immigration in Vientiane or a provincial immigration office (the Department's visa page says a visa on arrival can be extended once); no maximum length per extension is published. Apply at least 3 days before your stay expires; the fee is 20,000 kip per day plus 40,000 kip per application, and it takes 1-2 business days. Visa-exempt stays cannot be extended except in emergencies, with supporting documents. Overstays are fined per day on departure. to Yes. Tourist visas can be extended at most twice per arrival at the Department of Immigration in Vientiane or a provincial immigration office (the Department's visa page says a visa on arrival can be extended once); no maximum length per extension is published. Apply at least 3 days before your stay expires; the fee is 20,000 kip per day plus 40,000 kip per application, and it takes 1-2 business days. Visa-exempt stays cannot be extended except in emergencies, with supporting documents. (laoevisa.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— Summary changed: from ~~Russian citizens with Schengen tourist visas are refused entry, and land borders with Russia and Belarus are heavily restricted.~~ to Latvia is part of the Schengen Area: EU and EFTA citizens enter freely, around 60 visa-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180-day period (ETIAS is not yet in operation), and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa. Under a Cabinet regulation in force until 1 January 2027, Russian citizens may cross Latvia's external border only in limited cases, such as holders of an EU residence permit or a long-stay visa, family members of EU citizens, and humanitarian cases. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— Notes for RU passport changed: from A Schengen visa is required, and Latvia refuses entry to Russian citizens holding Schengen visas issued for tourism — land crossings from Russia and Belarus are heavily restricted, with only narrow exemptions (residents, family, humanitarian cases). The EU’s visa facilitation agreement is suspended: fees are higher (€90) and processing slower. to A Schengen visa is required. Under Cabinet Regulation No. 123 (2025, in force until 1 January 2027), Latvian missions accept visa applications from Russian citizens, and Latvia admits them across its external border, only in listed cases: among them holders of a Latvian, EU, EEA or Swiss residence permit or a Schengen long-stay visa, family members of Latvian or EU citizens, transport crews and seafarers, and humanitarian cases. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— FAQ: Can Russian citizens enter Latvia with a Schengen visa? changed: from Generally no. Latvia refuses entry to Russian citizens holding Schengen visas issued for tourism, and land borders with Russia and Belarus are heavily restricted. Narrow exemptions exist for residents, family members of EU citizens and humanitarian cases. Check with the Latvian authorities before traveling. to Only in limited cases. Under Cabinet Regulation No. 123 (2025, in force until 1 January 2027), Latvia admits Russian citizens across its external border only if they hold a Latvian, EU, EEA or Swiss residence permit or a Schengen long-stay visa, or hold a Schengen short-stay visa and fall into a listed category such as family members of Latvian or EU citizens, transport crews, seafarers or humanitarian cases. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— 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, 2026Latvia— 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, 2026Latvia— National visa fee notes changed: from ~~For employment, study and other stays over 90 days, usually alongside a residence-permit process.~~ to Children under 12 are exempt. For stays over 90 days. (mfa.gov.lv )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— 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. Latvia's Foreign Ministry says that at the external border visitors may be asked for additional proof that they meet the entry conditions, which can include a travel insurance policy. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— Proof of funds changed: from ~~Officers assess sufficiency together with accommodation and tickets.~~ to Latvia sets the minimum at €14 per person for each day of stay when the stay is up to 30 days, and €780 (the minimum monthly wage) when it is longer, whether or not you need a visa. (mfa.gov.lv )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— 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, 2026Latvia— 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, 2026Latvia— Safety changed: from ~~Latvia is a safe destination. Watch for bag snatching and pickpocketing, overpriced drinks in Riga’s Old Town bars, and drink spiking in bars and nightclubs.~~ to The UK FCDO warns of pickpocketing and bag snatching, of tourists being charged high prices for drinks or finding fraudulent card transactions, and of drink spiking in Riga and elsewhere in Latvia. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— Best time to visit changed: from ~~No official seasonal guidance.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit. The UK FCDO warns that winter, between October and March, can bring extremely cold weather, with temperatures of −25°C or below, and snowfalls that disrupt public transport and roads. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— Tip: EES and ETIAS changed: from ~~Check the official EU site before you fly.~~ to Non-EU visitors are registered biometrically in the EU Entry/Exit System at the border, and the ETIAS travel authorization for visa-exempt travelers is not yet in operation. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— Tip: winter changed: from ~~Pack accordingly.~~ to The UK FCDO warns that winter, between October and March, can be extremely cold, with temperatures of −25°C or below, and that snowfalls can delay public transport and make roads difficult. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— FAQ: Do I need ETIAS to visit Latvia? changed: from ~~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 Latvia 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. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Latvia— FAQ: Can I visit all three Baltic states on one Schengen visa? changed: from ~~covers the whole Baltic circuit with no internal border checks.~~ to Yes — Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are all in the Schengen Area, so a single Schengen visa (or your visa-free allowance) covers all three. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— summary changed: from Lebanon issues free one-month visas on arrival at Beirut airport to citizens of the EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia and many other countries — extendable to three months — while GCC nationals enter visa-free; other nationalities apply through a Lebanese embassy, and travelers with evidence of travel to Israel may be refused entry. to Lebanon issues free one-month visas on arrival at Beirut airport to citizens of the EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia and many other countries — extendable to three months — while GCC nationals enter visa-free; other nationalities need a visa from a Lebanese embassy or prior approval from General Security, and Canada says travelers with evidence of travel to Israel may be refused entry. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (81 rows: AF,AO,BD,BJ,BW,BN,BF,BI,CV,KH,CM,CF…) changed: from ~~Apply for a visa at a Lebanese embassy or consulate before travel — approval requirements vary by nationality.~~ to Apply for a visa at a Lebanese embassy or consulate before travel. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from Ivorian citizens need prior approval from General Security, or a visa from a Lebanese embassy, before travel. General Security's list also names this nationality among those given a one-month visa on showing a return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000, but its visa-types page names Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast as countries that require pre-approval, and the stricter rule is shown here. to Ivorian citizens need prior approval from General Security, or a visa from a Lebanese embassy, before travel. General Security's list also names this nationality among those given a one-month visa on showing a return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000, but its visa-types page names Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast as countries that require pre-approval. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from Egyptian tourists are issued a one-month visa at the airport, extendable to three months, on showing a non-refundable return ticket, a hotel booking or full address with a phone number, and US$2,000 in cash or a certified cheque (the money is not required with a visa already issued by a Lebanese mission or General Security). Egyptian women need prior approval from General Security to visit as tourists. to Egyptian tourists are issued a one-month visa, extendable to three months, on showing a round-trip air ticket, a hotel booking or full address with a phone number, and US$2,000 in cash or a certified cheque (the money is not required with a visa already issued by a Lebanese mission or General Security). Egyptian women need prior approval from General Security to visit as tourists. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from Ghanaian citizens need prior approval from General Security, or a visa from a Lebanese embassy, before travel. General Security's list also names this nationality among those given a one-month visa on showing a return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000, but its visa-types page names Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast as countries that require pre-approval, and the stricter rule is shown here. to Ghanaian citizens need prior approval from General Security, or a visa from a Lebanese embassy, before travel. General Security's list also names this nationality among those given a one-month visa on showing a return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000, but its visa-types page names Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast as countries that require pre-approval. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Lebanon and Israel remain formally at war — Israeli passport holders are barred, and travelers with evidence of travel to Israel may also be refused entry.~~ to No official source we could read states the entry rule for Israeli passport holders. Canada's travel advice says travel to or from Israel is illegal in Lebanon and that travelers with evidence of travel to Israel may be refused entry. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from Nigerian citizens need prior approval from General Security, or a visa from a Lebanese embassy, before travel. General Security's list also names this nationality among those given a one-month visa on showing a return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000, but its visa-types page names Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast as countries that require pre-approval, and the stricter rule is shown here. to Nigerian citizens need prior approval from General Security, or a visa from a Lebanese embassy, before travel. General Security's list also names this nationality among those given a one-month visa on showing a return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000, but its visa-types page names Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast as countries that require pre-approval. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— visaTypes.embassy-tourist.fee.notes changed: from ~~General Security's fee for a tourist or visit visa. Lebanese embassies may charge their own fees.~~ to General Security's fee for a tourist or visit visa. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Airstrikes and rocket fire between Israel and Hizballah escalated from 2 March; a cessation of hostilities was announced in June 2026, but fighting and airstrikes continue, particularly in the south. The FCDO advises against all travel to the South and Nabatiyeh governorates, parts of Beirut's southern suburbs, eastern Beqaa, northern Baalbek-Hermel and Akkar, and the Palestinian refugee camps, and against all but essential travel to several other areas. Beirut airport is open. Check the advice immediately before traveling. to Airstrikes and rocket fire between Israel and Hizballah escalated from 2 March; a cessation of hostilities was announced in June 2026, but fighting and airstrikes continue, particularly in the south. The FCDO advises against all travel to the South and Nabatiyeh governorates, parts of Beirut's southern suburbs, eastern Beqaa, northern Baalbek-Hermel and Akkar, and the Palestinian refugee camps, and against all but essential travel to several other areas. The FCDO says Beirut airport is open and operational. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— tips.security-areas.text changed: from Canada advises against all travel to Lebanon and says airstrikes could resume, mostly in southern Lebanon, Beirut's southern suburbs, the Beqaa Valley and Palestinian refugee camps. Monitor your government's advice daily; the situation can deteriorate rapidly. to Canada advises against all travel to Lebanon and says airstrikes could resume, mostly in southern Lebanon, Beirut's southern suburbs, the Beqaa Valley and Palestinian refugee camps. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— tips.cash-dollars.text changed: from ~~Bring the money you will need as US dollar cash. The UK says US dollars are widely accepted and the main cash currency, and that many companies do not accept credit or debit cards.~~ to The UK says US dollars are widely accepted and the main cash currency, that many companies do not accept credit or debit cards, and advises having access to enough cash for your stay. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— tips.power-cuts.text changed: from Expect power cuts. The UK says Lebanon's power plants produce only limited electricity for the national grid and that many businesses rely heavily on generators; Canada says power outages and electricity rationing are common, including in Beirut. Keep a torch to hand at night. to The UK says Lebanon's power plants produce only limited electricity for the national grid, which can lead to power cuts, that many businesses rely heavily on generators, and advises having a torch to hand at night; Canada says power outages and electricity rationing are common, including in Beirut. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— tips.extend-early.text changed: from ~~The free one-month visa on arrival can be extended to three months at a General Security office. Start the process before the first month expires.~~ to The free one-month visa on arrival can be extended to three months at a General Security office. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— faq.need-visa.answer changed: from Most Western travelers do not need to arrange anything in advance: citizens of the EU, UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and many other countries receive a free one-month visa on arrival at Beirut airport, extendable to three months. GCC nationals enter visa-free. Other nationalities must apply at a Lebanese embassy before travel. to Most Western travelers do not need to arrange anything in advance: citizens of the EU, UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and many other countries receive a free one-month visa on arrival at Beirut airport, extendable to three months. GCC nationals enter visa-free. Other nationalities need a visa from a Lebanese embassy or prior approval from General Security before travel. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— faq.israel-history.answer changed: from Probably not. Canada's travel advice says travel to or from Israel is illegal in Lebanon and that you may be refused entry if your passport bears an Israeli visa or border stamp, or an Egyptian or Jordanian border stamp from a crossing that borders Israel; the UK says an Israeli stamp can lead to refusal even with a valid Lebanese visa. Israeli passport holders are barred entirely. to Canada's travel advice says travel to or from Israel is illegal in Lebanon and that you may be refused entry if your passport bears an Israeli visa or border stamp, or an Egyptian or Jordanian border stamp from a crossing that borders Israel; the UK says an Israeli stamp can lead to refusal even with a valid Lebanese visa. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lebanon— faq.is-it-safe.answer changed: from Canada advises against all travel to Lebanon. It says the security situation remains volatile, that missiles and drones have struck targets in the country, and that airstrikes could resume, mostly in southern Lebanon, Beirut's southern suburbs, the Beqaa Valley and Palestinian refugee camps. Check current advisories immediately before booking and again before flying. to Canada advises against all travel to Lebanon. It says the security situation remains volatile, that missiles and drones have struck targets in the country, and that airstrikes could resume, mostly in southern Lebanon, Beirut's southern suburbs, the Beqaa Valley and Palestinian refugee camps. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— Summary changed: from Lesotho waives visas for SADC citizens and a broad list of Commonwealth and Western European nationalities — including the US, UK and Ireland — typically for up to 90 days, or 30 days for SADC citizens. Everyone else needs a visa before travel from a Lesotho embassy or high commission: the former eVisa site is no longer a safe route. to Lesotho waives visas for SADC citizens and a list of Commonwealth and Western European nationalities, including the US, UK and Ireland. Other nationalities need a visa before travel. No official source we could read offers a working online visa application for Lesotho. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— Passport validity changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for at least 90 days after the date you arrive in Lesotho, and have at least 4 blank pages: Lesotho stamps it, and so does South Africa on the way in and out.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says your passport must expire at least 90 days after the date you arrive in Lesotho and have at least 4 blank pages, because Lesotho border control stamps it and so does South African border control on the way to and from Lesotho. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— Travel insurance changed: from Visa applicants must submit proof of medical insurance with the application. The government's visa charter does not list it for visa-free visitors, but cover is strongly recommended — healthcare in the highlands is very limited and serious cases are evacuated to South Africa. to Visa applicants must submit proof of medical insurance with the application, according to the Home Affairs service charter. No official source we could read states whether visa-free visitors need it. (gov.ls )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— Currency limits changed: from Declare cash or travellers cheques in any currency worth 25,000 maloti or more, or the money can be seized when you leave and you can be fined. The loti is pegged 1:1 to the South African rand, and both are accepted throughout Lesotho. to The UK Foreign Office says you must declare cash or travellers cheques in any currency worth 25,000 maloti or more, or the money could be seized when you leave and you could be fined. It says the loti is pegged 1:1 to the South African rand, and both are accepted throughout Lesotho. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— Tip: mountain weather changed: from Canada's travel advice says mountain weather can change rapidly and it can turn cold unexpectedly even in summer; from June to August expect extreme cold and heavy snow, which can close roads and passes. Carry warm clothes, a blanket and a flashlight when driving in the mountains. to Canada's travel advice says mountain weather can change rapidly and it can turn cold unexpectedly even in summer; from June to August it says to expect extreme cold and heavy snow, which can close roads and passes, and it advises carrying a blanket, warm clothes and a flashlight in mountain areas. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— FAQ: do I need a visa changed: from Citizens of SADC countries and of a broad list of Commonwealth and Western European states — including the US, UK, Ireland and Germany — enter Lesotho visa-free, typically for up to 90 days (SADC citizens are usually admitted for 30 days per entry). Other nationalities need a visa before travel, from a Lesotho embassy or high commission. to Citizens of SADC countries and of a list of Commonwealth and Western European states — including the US, UK, Ireland and Germany — enter Lesotho visa-free. The UK Foreign Office says British visitors can stay up to 90 days without a visa; Canada's travel advice says Canadians can stay up to 30 days. Other nationalities need a visa before travel. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— FAQ: day trip from South Africa changed: from You can cross by road from South Africa, passing passport control both ways, so make sure your South African visa or entry allowance permits re-entry. Canada's travel advice says you must have a four-wheel-drive vehicle to use the Sani Pass crossing. to Yes, by road. The UK Foreign Office says all visitors to Lesotho travel through South Africa and must meet South Africa's entry requirements, and that both Lesotho and South African border control stamp your passport. Canada's travel advice says you must have a four-wheel-drive vehicle to use the Sani Pass crossing. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— FAQ: extending a stay changed: from Yes. Before your current permission expires, complete a 90-day temporary permit extension form and take it to the Visa Application Centre in the Manthabiseng Convention Centre, Maseru. Your passport must be valid for the extension period, and overstaying brings detention and weekly fines. to Yes. The UK Foreign Office says you can extend your stay by completing a 90-day temporary permit extension form and taking it to the Visa Application Centre in the Manthabiseng Convention Centre, Maseru; your passport must be valid for the extension period, and if you overstay without permission the authorities may detain you and will charge weekly fines. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— FAQ: online application changed: from Not safely. The former eVisa address, evisalesotho.com, has served a Turkish gambling site since at least February 2025, and Home Affairs now links to a notice that online visa applications are suspended. Apply at a Lesotho embassy or high commission, and do not pay any site claiming to be the Lesotho eVisa until the government publishes a new address. to No official source we could read offers a working online visa application for Lesotho. The Home Affairs service charter lists the documents required for an entry visa. (gov.ls )(opens in a new tab)