Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— FAQ: yellow fever changed: from Lesotho itself does not require one (WHO). But South Africa, which you cross on every overland route and usually fly through, requires a certificate from travellers aged 1 or over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission or after more than 12 hours' transit in one — so if that applies to you, carry it. to Lesotho itself does not require one (WHO). South Africa, which the UK Foreign Office says all visitors to Lesotho travel through, requires a certificate from travellers aged 1 or over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission or after more than 12 hours' transit through an airport in one. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— Safety changed: from Lesotho is generally welcoming, but foreigners are vulnerable to opportunistic street and vehicle crime, including mugging and armed carjacking in urban areas, so do not walk alone in isolated areas or after dark. Driving standards and road conditions are poor, and animals on the roads are a hazard, especially at night. to The UK Foreign Office says foreigners are vulnerable to opportunistic street and vehicle crime, including mugging and armed carjacking, with the danger greatest in urban areas, and advises not walking alone in isolated areas or after dark. It says driving standards and road conditions are poor and that animals on the roads are a hazard, especially at night. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— Passport notes (AF, AL, DZ, AD, AR, AM, AZ, BH, BD, BY, BJ, BT, BO, BA, BR, BN, BG, BF, BI, CV, KH, CM, CF, TD, CL, CN, CO, CR, CI, HR, CU, CY, CZ, DJ, DO, EC, EG, SV, GQ, ER, EE, ET, FJ, GA, GE, GH, GR, GT, GN, GW, HT, HN, HU, IN, ID, IR, IQ, JO, KZ, XK, KW, KG, LA, LV, LB, LR, LY, LT, MO, MV, ML, MT, MH, MR, MX, FM, MD, MN, ME, MA, MM, NR, NP, NI, NE, NG, KP, MK, OM, PK, PW, PS, PA, PY, PE, PH, PL, QA, CG, RO, RU, RW, ST, SA, SN, RS, SL, SK, SI, SO, SS, ES, LK, SD, SR, SY, TW, TJ, TH, TL, TG, TN, TR, TM, UA, AE, UY, UZ, VA, VE, VN, YE) changed: from A visa is required before travel. Apply at a Lesotho embassy or high commission: the former eVisa address (evisalesotho.com) has served a gambling site since at least February 2025 and is not a safe route. to A visa is required 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 notes (AO, BW, KM, CD, SZ, MG, MW, MU, MZ, NA, SC, ZA, TZ, ZM, ZW) changed: from ~~SADC citizens enter Lesotho visa-free — typically admitted for up to 30 days per entry; confirm the period stamped at the border.~~ to SADC citizens enter Lesotho visa-free. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lesotho— Passport notes (AG, AU, AT, BS, BB, BE, BZ, CA, DK, DM, FI, FR, GM, DE, GD, GY, HK, IS, IE, IL, IT, JM, JP, KE, KI, LI, LU, MY, MC, NL, NZ, NO, PG, PT, KN, LC, VC, WS, SM, SG, SB, KR, SE, CH, TO, TT, TV, UG, GB, US, VU) changed: from Visa-free entry — Lesotho waives visas for most Commonwealth, Western European and other partner states, generally for up to 90 days; some nationalities are admitted for shorter periods, so confirm the stay granted at the border. to Visa-free entry. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liberia— Notes for visa-required passports changed: from ~~Obtain a visa before travel from a Liberian embassy, or use Liberia's eVisa channel where available. Confirm the current online option with the nearest mission.~~ to Obtain a visa before travel from a Liberian embassy or, if there is no Liberian embassy in your country, apply online through the Liberia Immigration Service's visa-on-arrival portal for a visa issued at Roberts International Airport. (liberiaconsulate-ny.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liberia— Passport validity changed: from ~~Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Liberia.~~ to Liberia Immigration Service's visa-on-arrival portal requires a passport valid for at least six months, and the UK says your passport must have at least 6 months' validity remaining when you apply for a visa. (visaonarrival.lis.gov.lr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liberia— Travel insurance changed: from ~~Not an entry requirement. The UK's~~ to No official source we could read makes insurance an entry requirement. The UK's travel advice says there is no effective emergency or ambulance service anywhere in the country, and to have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds for treatment, medical evacuation and repatriation; most providers take only cash. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liberia— Tip: US dollars changed: from ~~Bring US dollars in cash. The UK Foreign Office advises~~ to The UK Foreign Office advises bringing enough to cover all expenses: Liberia is predominantly cash-based, cards are not generally accepted, and banks can run short of both US and Liberian dollars. (liberiaconsulate-ny.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liberia— Tip: rainy season changed: from ~~, when many roads become impassable — plan up-country travel for the dry months.~~ to Canada and the UK both say the rainy season runs from May to November, when many roads become impassable. (liberiaconsulate-ny.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liberia— Tip: yellow fever changed: from ~~Get your yellow fever vaccination before applying: the visa application needs a copy of the record, and you should carry the yellow card with your passport.~~ to The UK says that, as part of the visa application, you need to provide a certificate proving you have had a yellow fever vaccination. (liberiaconsulate-ny.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liberia— FAQ: Do I need a visa for Liberia? changed: from ~~and an online eVisa channel has been introduced. Confirm the current online option with the nearest mission.~~ to Most nationalities do. Visas are issued in advance by Liberian embassies, and the Liberia Immigration Service runs an online visa-on-arrival portal for applicants with no Liberian embassy in their country. ECOWAS citizens enter visa-free under the bloc's free-movement protocol; the Liberian consulate's exemption list still includes Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, which left ECOWAS in January 2025. (liberiaconsulate-ny.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liberia— FAQ: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Liberia? changed: from ~~Carry the yellow card with your passport.~~ to Yes. Liberia's consulate in New York requires a copy of your yellow fever vaccination record with every visa application, and the UK's travel advice says the same. (liberiaconsulate-ny.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Libya— Summary changed: from Libya requires a visa for nearly every nationality. The tourist visa is applied for online through Libya's eVisa portal and must be sponsored by a tourism company registered with the passports authority; other visa types cannot yet be applied for online. Only Algeria, Malaysia, Mauritania and Tunisia are listed as visa-exempt. The country remains divided and high-risk. to Libya requires a visa for nearly every nationality. The tourist visa is applied for online through Libya's eVisa portal and must be sponsored by a tourism company registered with the passports authority; other visa types cannot yet be applied for online. The portal's country list marks only Algeria, Malaysia, Mauritania and Tunisia as fully visa-exempt, and Türkiye as partially exempt. The UK Foreign Office advises against all travel to most of Libya. (back.evisa.gov.ly )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Libya— Passport validity changed: from Visa applicants need a passport valid for at least six months that entitles them to return to the country that issued it, according to the requirements Libya’s eVisa portal lists for every visa type (one year for study and joining-resident visas). The UK FCDO says only that the passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. to Visa applicants need a passport valid for at least six months that entitles them to return to the country that issued it, according to the requirements Libya’s eVisa portal lists for the tourist, visit, temporary-assignment and transit visas (one year for study, work and joining-resident visas). The UK FCDO says only that the passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. (evisa.gov.ly )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Libya— Currency limits changed: from ~~Declare cash worth more than USD 10,000 to customs when you enter or leave Libya, or it may be confiscated and you may be detained. Taking Libyan dinar out of Libya is illegal.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says you must declare cash worth more than USD 10,000 to customs when you enter or leave Libya, or you risk having it confiscated and being detained, and that it is illegal to take Libyan dinar out of Libya. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Libya— Tip: cash changed: from ~~Bring all funds in cash. The UK Foreign Office says bank cards cannot be used at banks, ATMs or hotels, no bank will change money, and it is illegal to take dinar out of Libya.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says bank cards cannot be used at banks, ATMs or hotels, no bank will change money, and it is illegal to take dinar out of Libya. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Libya— FAQ: do I need a visa changed: from Yes, unless you hold an Algerian, Malaysian, Mauritanian or Tunisian passport — Libya's eVisa portal lists only those four as exempt. Everyone else needs a visa arranged before travel; tourists apply online through the eVisa portal, sponsored by a tourism company registered with the Passports, Nationality and Foreigners Affairs Authority. to Yes, unless you hold an Algerian, Malaysian, Mauritanian or Tunisian passport — the country list behind Libya's eVisa portal marks only those four as fully exempt, and Türkiye as partially exempt. Everyone else needs a visa arranged before travel; tourists apply online through the eVisa portal, sponsored by a tourism company registered with the Passports, Nationality and Foreigners Affairs Authority. (back.evisa.gov.ly )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Libya— FAQ: Israel changed: from ~~No — Israeli passport holders are not admitted to Libya, and evidence of travel to Israel in any passport can also lead to refusal.~~ to No official source we could read states the rule for Israeli passports. The UK Foreign Office says a passport showing previous travel to Israel will not be accepted for travel to Libya, and the Government of Canada says you may be denied entry if your passport bears an Israeli visa or border stamp. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Libya— Safety changed: from Libya remains divided between rival administrations with armed groups active across the country. The UK advises against all travel except to Tripoli, Misrata and the Benghazi–Jebel Akhdar area, and against all but essential travel to those, citing armed clashes, terrorism, kidnapping, detention and unexploded ordnance; in-person consular help is not available in Libya. to The UK Foreign Office advises against all travel to Libya except Tripoli, Misrata, and Benghazi, Al-Bayda, Derna and the surrounding Jebel Akhdar area, where it advises against all but essential travel. It describes the security situation as dangerous and unpredictable, citing localised violence between armed groups, kidnap, detention and unexploded bombs or mines off-road, and says in-person consular support is not available in Libya. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Libya— Passport notes (DZ, MY, MR, TN) changed: from Visa-exempt, according to the eligibility check on Libya's eVisa portal. No official source publishes the length of stay; the border officer sets it. Airport and land-border practice varies with the security situation, so confirm before travel. to Visa-exempt, according to the country list behind Libya's eVisa portal. No official source we could read publishes the length of stay. (back.evisa.gov.ly )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Libya— Passport notes (IL) changed: from ~~Israeli passport holders are not admitted to Libya, and evidence of travel to Israel in any passport can also lead to refusal.~~ to No official source we could read states the rule for Israeli passports. The UK Foreign Office says a passport showing previous travel to Israel will not be accepted for travel to Libya. (evisa.gov.ly )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Libya— Passport notes (TR) changed: from A visa is required: the eligibility check on Libya's eVisa portal returns no exemption for a Turkish passport at any age. Türkiye's Foreign Ministry says ordinary-passport holders under 16 or over 45 are visa-exempt for up to 90 days; Libya's own portal does not show that. Apply online for the tourist visa through the portal, sponsored by a tourism company registered with the Passports, Nationality and Foreigners Affairs Authority; other visa types cannot yet be applied for online. to Türkiye's Foreign Ministry says ordinary-passport holders under 16 or over 45 are visa-exempt for up to 90 days, and the country list behind Libya's eVisa portal marks Türkiye as partially exempt. Others need a visa: apply online for the tourist visa through the portal, sponsored by a tourism company registered with the Passports, Nationality and Foreigners Affairs Authority; other visa types cannot yet be applied for online. (evisa.gov.ly )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— Summary (airport/entry-route clause not on the cited page) changed: from Liechtenstein applies Schengen rules through its association agreement: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens enter freely, around 60 visa-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180-day period, and everyone else needs a Schengen visa — issued on Liechtenstein's behalf by Swiss missions, since the principality has no international airport and is entered via Switzerland or Austria. to Liechtenstein applies Schengen rules through its association agreement: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens enter freely, around 60 visa-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180-day period, and everyone else needs a Schengen visa, applied for in most places at the Swiss representation where they live. (llv.li )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— FAQ: need a visa ("any Schengen visa covers Liechtenstein" not on a page read) changed: from Liechtenstein follows Schengen rules: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens enter freely, and visa-exempt nationalities (US, UK, Canada, Japan and about 60 others) can stay 90 days in any 180-day period. Everyone else needs a Schengen short-stay visa — any valid Schengen visa covers Liechtenstein. to Liechtenstein follows Schengen rules: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens enter freely, and visa-exempt nationalities (US, UK, Canada, Japan and about 60 others) can stay 90 days in any 180-day period. Everyone else needs a Schengen short-stay visa. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— FAQ: own visas (corrected: the Office decides some applications itself; Swiss-visa validity claim not on the page) changed: from No. Under its Schengen association, Switzerland represents Liechtenstein for visa matters almost everywhere: you apply at the Swiss embassy or visa center serving your place of residence, and a visa valid for Switzerland is valid for Liechtenstein. In a few cities, including New Delhi, Kuala Lumpur, Dublin and Minsk, Austria, Hungary or Lithuania takes the application instead. to Applications go through Swiss missions in most places: Liechtenstein's Immigration and Passport Office says visa-required people apply at the Swiss representation where they live, and that the decision lies partly with the Swiss authorities and partly with the Office. In some cities, including New Delhi, Kuala Lumpur, Dublin and Minsk, Austria, Hungary or Lithuania takes the application instead. (llv.li )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— Tip: Swiss visas ("issues no visas of its own" and Swiss-visa validity not on the page) changed: from Liechtenstein issues no visas of its own — Schengen visa applications are handled by Swiss embassies in most places (Austrian, Hungarian or Lithuanian ones in a few cities), and a visa valid for Switzerland also covers Liechtenstein. to Liechtenstein's Immigration and Passport Office says Schengen visa applications are made at the Swiss representation where you live in most places, with Austrian, Hungarian or Lithuanian missions handling them in some cities. (llv.li )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— Schengen visa fee notes (Swiss-visa validity claim not on a page read) changed: from ~~Children 6–11: €45; under 6: free. Applications are handled by Swiss embassies and visa centers on Liechtenstein's behalf; a visa valid for Switzerland covers Liechtenstein.~~ to Children 6–11: €45; under 6: free. In most places applications are made at the Swiss representation where you live. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— Travel insurance (claim about visa-exempt visitors not on the cited page) changed: from Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000, valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. Visa-exempt visitors are not required to show it but border officers may ask about cover. to Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000, valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— Proof of funds (the table lists the amount under Liechtenstein, not Swiss border authorities; advice removed) changed: from Swiss border authorities, who control entry to Liechtenstein, use a guideline of around CHF 100 per person per day (about CHF 30 for students) — sufficiency is assessed case by case. Confirm current expectations with the Swiss mission handling your visa. to The European Commission's table of reference amounts lists around CHF 100 per person per day for Liechtenstein, and around CHF 30 for students with a valid student ID. (home-affairs.ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— EES ("no external border of its own" and extra-time advice not on the cited page) changed: from Liechtenstein has no external Schengen border of its own — biometric EES registration (fingerprints and photo) happens when you first enter the Schengen Area, for example at a Swiss or Austrian airport. Allow extra time on your first entry. to Non-EU travelers have their face photo and/or fingerprints recorded in the EU Entry/Exit System the first time they cross a Schengen external border since the system started, and passports are no longer stamped. Canada's travel advice says Liechtenstein has no international airport; the closest is in Zurich. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— ETIAS text (closing advice removed) changed: from Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter the Schengen Area. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Check the official EU site for the current status and apply only there. to Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter the Schengen Area. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— Safety text (closing instruction removed; source pointed at the safety page) changed: from The UK government says crime levels are low, but there are instances of petty street crime such as bag-snatching and pickpocketing. It also warns of alpine hazards, including a risk of avalanches in mountainous areas all year round, so check conditions before mountain hikes. to The UK government says crime levels are low, but there are instances of petty street crime such as bag-snatching and pickpocketing. It also warns of alpine hazards, including a risk of avalanches in mountainous areas all year round. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— Best time (reference to a month list the page does not print removed) changed: from No official source we checked gives seasonal guidance for Liechtenstein; the months shown are not an official recommendation. Canada's travel advice warns that heavy rains, particularly in spring and summer, can cause flooding and landslides. to No official source we checked gives seasonal guidance for Liechtenstein. Canada's travel advice warns that heavy rains, particularly in spring and summer, can cause flooding and landslides. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Liechtenstein— Passport row notes changed: from EEA free movement: EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa, though taking up residence in Liechtenstein is quota-li… | A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for via Swiss missions. The EU and Switzerland suspended visa facilitation with Russia; fees are higher (€90)… | Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. Temporary protection arrangements for those fleeing the war are separate. | The EU suspended Vanuatu’s visa waiver over its citizenship-by-investment scheme; a Schengen short-stay visa is required. to No visa needed: EEA citizens have free-movement rights. | A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for via Swiss missions. | Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. | Vanuatu is listed in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, so a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— summary changed: from Lithuania is an EU and Schengen member: EU/EFTA citizens enter freely, more than 60 visa-exempt nationalities can stay 90 days in any 180-day period, and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen visa. Entry from Belarus and Russia is restricted, and most Russian citizens are barred from entering even with a valid Schengen visa. to Lithuania is an EU and Schengen member: EU/EFTA citizens enter freely, more than 60 visa-exempt nationalities can stay 90 days in any 180-day period, and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen visa. The UK government says only one border crossing with Belarus remains open. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— AT/BE/BG/HR/CY/CZ… passport notes changed: from ~~EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa; register if staying over 3 months.~~ to EU citizens can travel to Lithuania without a visa on a valid passport or national identity card, according to the EU's Your Europe portal. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— IS/LI/NO/CH passport notes changed: from ~~EFTA citizens enjoy free movement equivalent to EU citizens.~~ to No visa needed: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland are members of the Schengen area, like Lithuania, according to the European Commission. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— UA passport notes changed: from ~~Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. Temporary protection arrangements for those fleeing the war are separate.~~ to Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— VU passport notes changed: from ~~The EU suspended Vanuatu’s visa waiver over its citizenship-by-investment scheme; a Schengen short-stay visa is required.~~ to Vanuatu is listed among the nationalities that need a visa in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, as amended; a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— visaPolicy.byPassport.RU.notes changed: from Lithuania bars most Russian citizens from entering even with a valid Schengen visa — tourism is not an accepted purpose of entry; only narrow exceptions (residence, family and humanitarian cases) apply. to A Schengen short-stay visa is required (Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, Annex I). No official source we could read states Lithuania's current entry restrictions for Russian citizens. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— visaPolicy.byPassport.BY.notes changed: from A Schengen visa is required and Lithuania has tightened rules for Belarusian citizens — visa issuance is restricted and border crossings from Belarus are limited; check the Migration Department's current rules before travel. to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The UK government says only one border crossing point with Belarus remains open, Medininkai–Kamenny Log, and only by private vehicle. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— visaPolicy.defaultStayWindow.text changed: from 90 days in any rolling 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area rather than per country. The day you arrive counts as the first day and the day you leave counts as the last. Leaving and coming back does not reset the allowance: on any given day, days already spent anywhere in the area during the preceding 180 still count against the 90. to 90 days in any 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area (Regulation (EU) 2018/1806). Canada's travel advice says stays are cumulative and include visits to any Schengen area country within any 180-day period. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— visaTypes[national-d].fee.notes changed: from For stays over 90 days: work, study and other long-stay purposes. The Migration Department lists the EUR 140 examination fee (EUR 60 for some Ukrainian citizens; several categories, including under-16s, are exempt). It does not state a processing time or how long the visa is valid; the mission decides both case by case. to For stays over 90 days: work, study and other long-stay purposes. The Migration Department lists the EUR 140 examination fee (EUR 60 for some Ukrainian citizens; several categories, including under-16s, are exempt). It does not state a processing time or how long the visa is valid. (migracija.lrv.lt )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— entryRequirements.passportValidity.text changed: from ~~Non-EU passports must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area and have been issued within the last 10 years.~~ to Lithuania follows Schengen rules: the UK government says your passport must have been issued less than 10 years before you arrive and must expire at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— entryRequirements.travelInsurance.text changed: from Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000, valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. Visa-exempt visitors are not required to show it but border officers may ask about cover. to Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000, valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. Canada's travel advice says you may be asked to show proof of medical insurance on entry to Lithuania, and may otherwise have to buy health insurance. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~Border officers may ask non-EU visitors for proof of return or onward travel and accommodation details.~~ to The UK government says that at Lithuanian border control British travellers may need to show a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds.text changed: from Lithuania expects non-EU visitors to show roughly €50 per person per day for the stay; border officers assess sufficiency case by case alongside accommodation and travel bookings. Confirm the current guideline with the Lithuanian mission. to Lithuania's reference amount, as published by the European Commission, is €50 per person per day. (home-affairs.ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— entryRequirements.declarations[ees].text changed: from Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. Registration happens at the border. There is nothing to submit in advance, but allow extra time on your first entry. to Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. Registration happens at the border; there is nothing to submit in advance. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— entryRequirements.declarations[etias].text changed: from Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter the Schengen Area. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Check the official EU site for the current status and apply only there. to Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter the Schengen Area. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from The UK government has no warning against travel to any part of Lithuania. Petty crime is common, so watch for pickpockets in busy places and on public transport. Drink spiking has been reported in Vilnius and at festivals, and drones from the war in Ukraine have strayed into Lithuanian airspace. to The UK government's travel advice does not advise against travel to any part of Lithuania. It says petty crime is common and to beware of pickpockets in busy locations and on public transport, that there have been instances of drink spiking in Vilnius and at festivals, and that some Ukrainian drones aimed at Russia have crossed into Lithuanian airspace. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit.text changed: from No official source we checked gives seasonal guidance for Lithuania; the months shown are not an official recommendation. Australia's Smartraveller says Lithuania can experience severe weather, including extremely low winter temperatures. to No official source we checked gives seasonal guidance for Lithuania; the months shown are not an official recommendation. Canada's travel advice says tornadoes pose a risk in Lithuania, particularly in central and northern parts of the country. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— countryFacts.driving.idp.text changed: from ~~Lithuania is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic, so it recognizes an International Driving Permit issued under either.~~ to Lithuania is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic. The UK government says a UK photocard driving licence can be used to drive in Lithuania. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from Lithuania 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 Lithuania yet. to Lithuania is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic. The UK government says a UK photocard driving licence can be used to drive in Lithuania; holders of a paper licence may need a photocard licence or the correct version of the International Driving Permit. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— tips[belarus-russia-borders].text changed: from The UK government says only one crossing point with Belarus remains open, Medininkai–Kamenny Log, and only by private vehicle, and that Russian-plated vehicles may enter only for up to 24 hours in transit to or from Kaliningrad. Canada says Lithuania enforces an EU entry ban on vehicles with Russian or Belarusian plates, with exceptions. Rules change at short notice. to The UK government says only one crossing point with Belarus remains open, Medininkai–Kamenny Log, and only by private vehicle, and that Russian-plated vehicles may enter only for up to 24 hours in transit to or from Kaliningrad. Canada says Lithuania enforces an EU entry ban on vehicles with Russian or Belarusian plates, with exceptions. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— tips[etias-scams].text changed: from ~~Apply for ETIAS only at the official travel-europe.europa.eu site once it becomes mandatory — unofficial sites charge inflated fees.~~ to Once ETIAS starts, the EU says applications are made on the official ETIAS website or the official ETIAS mobile app; it is not yet in operation. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— faq[russian-citizens].answer changed: from Generally not for tourism. Like the other Baltic states, Lithuania bars most Russian citizens from entering even with a valid Schengen visa — only narrow exceptions apply, such as residence-permit holders, family cases and humanitarian grounds. Check the Migration Department's current rules before planning any travel. to Russian citizens need a Schengen short-stay visa (Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, Annex I). No official source we could read states Lithuania's current entry restrictions for Russian citizens. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— faq[visa-cost].answer changed: from ~~The Schengen short-stay visa costs €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6–11. A national long-stay (Type D) visa costs €140. Confirm the current fee with the Lithuanian mission.~~ to The Schengen short-stay visa costs €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6–11. The Migration Department lists a €140 fee for examining a national long-stay (Type D) visa application. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— faq[etias-when].answer changed: from ETIAS for visa-exempt travelers across the Schengen Area is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Once mandatory, the €20 online authorization will be required before boarding. Check the official EU website for the current status. to ETIAS for visa-exempt travelers across the Schengen Area is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Once in operation, the €20 travel authorization will be required for visa-exempt travelers to enter. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Lithuania— faq[belarus-crossing].answer changed: from Only with difficulty. The UK government says only one crossing point remains open, Medininkai–Kamenny Log, and only by private vehicle — scheduled buses are not running — and Lithuania denies entry to Belarus-registered cars, with some exemptions. Check the current rules before attempting an overland trip. to Only with difficulty. The UK government says only one crossing point remains open, Medininkai–Kamenny Log, and only by private vehicle — scheduled buses are not running — and Lithuania denies entry to Belarus-registered cars, with some exemptions. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Luxembourg— 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, 2026Luxembourg— 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, 2026Luxembourg— 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, 2026Luxembourg— 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, 2026Luxembourg— 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, 2026Luxembourg— FAQ: Is ETIAS required? changed: from ~~Check the official EU website for the current status.~~ to ETIAS for visa-exempt travelers across the Schengen Area 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, 2026Luxembourg— 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, 2026Luxembourg— Proof of funds changed: from ~~; border officers may ask non-EU visitors to show sufficient means, assessed case by case alongside accommodation and travel bookings.~~ to Luxembourg's reference amount is €67 per person per day of the stay. (home-affairs.ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Luxembourg— FAQ: How much does a Luxembourg Schengen visa cost? changed: from ~~; once approved it is valid for 6 months, during which you apply for your residence permit in Luxembourg.~~ to The Schengen short-stay visa costs €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6–11, allowing up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries. Guichet.lu does not publish a fee for the national long-stay (Type D) visa; it says long-stay visas are issued only by Luxembourg or Belgian embassies. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Luxembourg— FAQ: Where do I apply if Luxembourg has no embassy in my country? changed: from ~~Check guichet.public.lu or the nearest Luxembourg mission to find which embassy handles applications from your place of residence.~~ to Under the EU Visa Code, one Schengen state can represent another for visa applications where the other has no consulate. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Luxembourg— FAQ: How long can I stay in Luxembourg without a visa? changed: from ~~EU and EFTA citizens can stay indefinitely but must register with their commune if settling for more than 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, 2026Luxembourg— Tip: apply for ETIAS only on the official site changed: from ~~Once ETIAS is required, apply only through the EU's official ETIAS website, travel-europe.europa.eu.~~ to (removed) (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— Summary changed: from ~~most of the rest can simply buy a visa on arrival~~ to Macao runs its own liberal entry regime, separate from mainland China: EU and many other passports get 90 visa-free days (British citizens six months), dozens of nationalities get 30, and most of the rest can buy a visa on arrival at the border — only a handful of passports must apply in advance. (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— Notes for visa-on-arrival passports changed: from ~~Check the Public Security Police list before travel, as several nationalities are visa-exempt instead.~~ to Eligible for a visa on arrival (MOP 200, 30 days) at Macao's border checkpoints. (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— Notes for 30-day visa-free passports changed: from ~~Confirm your exact allowance on the Public Security Police visa list before a long stay.~~ to Visa-free for up to 30 days. (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— Notes for TW changed: from ~~Confirm current arrangements before travel.~~ to Taiwan residents enter with a valid Taiwan travel document for up to 30 days. (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— Safety changed: from ~~Macao has very low street crime and is comfortable to explore on foot at night. The usual cautions are typhoons in summer and keeping an eye on valuables in casino crowds.~~ to The UK FCDO says crime levels are low but pickpocketing and other street crime does happen, and advises taking particular care of valuables in crowded areas and when visiting casinos late at night. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— 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 says the typhoon season normally runs from May to November, and Australia's Smartraveller says humidity is very high from May to October. (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— Tip: Hong Kong dollars changed: from ~~Ask which currency your change will be given in.~~ to The Government of Canada says Hong Kong dollars are accepted alongside the pataca, and Australia's Smartraveller says some shops also take Chinese yuan. (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— FAQ: Is Macau covered by a Chinese visa? changed: from No — Macao keeps its own immigration system. A mainland Chinese visa is not needed (or valid) for Macao, and Macao's visa-free entry gives no right to cross into Zhuhai or the rest of mainland China, which requires its own visa or exemption. to Macao's Public Security Police sets its own entry rules: its own list of visa-exempt nationalities, a visa on arrival, and visas obtained through Chinese diplomatic missions for the nationalities that need one in advance. No official source we could read states how a mainland Chinese visa applies to Macao. (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— FAQ: How long can US citizens stay in Macau? changed: from ~~, under Macao's more generous European arrangements.~~ to US passport holders enter visa-free for up to 30 days. EU citizens get 90 days, and British citizens up to six months. (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— FAQ: Can I do a day trip to Macau from Hong Kong? changed: from ~~Yes — ferries and the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge connect the two. Bring your passport: you formally exit Hong Kong and enter Macao, and go through immigration on both sides each way.~~ to No official source we could read describes day trips. Macao's Public Security Police lists the Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal and the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge among its border checkpoints, and Hong Kong permanent residents can enter with their Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card. (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— FAQ: How does the Macau visa on arrival work? changed: from ~~Eligible nationalities simply line up at the visa counter at the airport, ferry terminals or land border, pay MOP 200 (MOP 100 for children under 12) and receive a stay of up to 30 days on the spot;~~ to Eligible nationalities pay for the visa at the border checkpoint — MOP 200, or MOP 100 for children under 12 — and are granted a stay of up to 30 days; MOP 300 buys multiple entries within that stay. Nationalities excluded from the scheme must apply in advance through a Chinese embassy or consulate. (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— Tip: each arrival is a fresh entry changed: from ~~Every arrival by ferry, bridge bus or air is a separate entry through Macao immigration, so day-tripping from Hong Kong is straightforward — carry your passport each time.~~ to (removed) (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Macau— Tip: mainland visa for Zhuhai changed: from ~~Macao's entry rules are separate from mainland China — crossing to Zhuhai through the Gongbei or Hengqin border needs a Chinese visa or an applicable mainland exemption, arranged separately.~~ to (removed) (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Madagascar— Yellow fever changed: from ~~There is no yellow fever in Madagascar itself.~~ to A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Madagascar— Best time to visit changed: from ~~No official seasonal guidance for visitors.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit. The UK FCDO says the cyclone season normally runs from November to April, with coastal areas particularly at risk, and that in the December–April rainy season many secondary roads are impassable except by 4-wheel-drive. (evisamada-mg.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Madagascar— Tip: cyclone season changed: from ~~Monitor forecasts and allow slack in your plans.~~ to The UK FCDO says the cyclone season normally runs from November to April, with coastal areas particularly at risk; storms can cut access to remote parts of the country and contaminate water supplies. (evisamada-mg.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Madagascar— Tip: cash changed: from ~~, so plan your cash before leaving the capital.~~ to Canada's travel advice says cash can be withdrawn from only a limited number of ATMs in Antananarivo and that some banks will not convert ariary back into hard currency. (evisamada-mg.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Madagascar— FAQ: Do I need a visa for Madagascar? changed: from ~~Yes, but it is easy: every nationality~~ to Yes: every nationality is eligible for the tourist eVisa, which you can apply for online in advance at evisamada-mg.com or at the eVisa counters on arrival. It comes in 15-, 30- and 60-day versions, with the fee depending on length of stay. (evisamada-mg.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Madagascar— FAQ: How much does the Madagascar visa cost? changed: from ~~Confirm the current amounts on the eVisa portal before travel.~~ to The official eVisa portal lists EUR 30 (USD 35) for up to 15 days, EUR 35 (USD 41) for 16–30 days and EUR 40 (USD 47) for 31–60 days. (evisamada-mg.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Madagascar— FAQ: Is Madagascar safe to visit? changed: from ~~Take care. Canada's travel advice~~ to Canada's travel advice says petty crime is common throughout the country, that violent crime is reported in all regions, and that armed gangs have assaulted tourists in isolated areas such as beaches and national parks. Demonstrations are frequent and can turn violent, and the UK FCDO says the cyclone season normally runs from November to April. (evisamada-mg.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malawi— summary changed: from Malawi admits citizens of about 40 countries — mostly its SADC and Commonwealth neighbours — visa-free. Since February 2026 the US, UK, EU and most other passports can get a visa on arrival, while a list of Category One countries must obtain a visa before departure through the official eVisa portal. to Malawi admits citizens of about 40 countries visa-free. Since February 2026 the US, UK, EU and most other passports can get a visa on arrival, while a list of Category One countries must obtain a visa before departure through the official eVisa portal. (immigration.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malawi— visaTypes.mw-evisa.fee.notes changed: from Single-entry visa paid online by Visa or Mastercard; not refunded if the application is rejected. Transit visa USD 50, six-month multiple entry USD 150, twelve-month multiple entry USD 250. The eVisa portal's own FAQ still lists USD 50 for a single entry; the Department of Immigration's fee table (USD 75) is shown. to Single-entry visa paid online by Visa or Mastercard; not refunded if the application is rejected. Transit visa USD 50, six-month multiple entry USD 150, twelve-month multiple entry USD 250. The eVisa portal's own FAQ lists USD 50 for a single entry; the Department of Immigration's fee table (USD 75) is shown. (immigration.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malawi— entryRequirements.declarations.traveller-health-check.text changed: from Malawi's Ministry of Health and Sanitation requires arriving passengers to complete a Traveller Health Check form, reached on arrival through a QR code or completed online in advance. The form asks for your entry point, arrival date and the countries you visited in the last 21 days. to The UK FCDO says Malawi's Ministry of Health and Sanitation requires arriving passengers to complete a Traveller Health Check form, reached on arrival through a QR code or completed online in advance. The form asks for your entry point, arrival date and the countries you visited in the last 21 days. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malawi— entryRequirements.customs.notes.1 changed: from ~~You must declare all foreign currency on arrival and departure; the Government of Canada says the authorities may detain you or confiscate your passport if you do not.~~ to The Government of Canada says you must declare all foreign currency on arrival and departure, and that the authorities may detain you or confiscate your passport if you do not. (immigration.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malawi— countryFacts.payments.text changed: from The Government of Canada says the economy is predominantly cash-based, US dollars are widely accepted, and credit and debit cards are not widely accepted outside tourist establishments. You must declare all foreign currency on arrival and departure. to The Government of Canada says the economy is predominantly cash-based, US dollars are widely accepted, and credit and debit cards are not widely accepted outside tourist establishments. It adds that you must declare all foreign currency on arrival and departure. (immigration.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malawi— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Malawi lives up to its "warm heart of Africa" reputation and violent crime against tourists is rare. Petty theft, bag snatching and scams occur in cities and on beaches. The usual precautions apply, and avoid driving after dark. to The UK FCDO says there is a risk of mugging and bag-snatching, that most thefts from tourists take place around the main bus stations in urban areas, and that there are occasional reports of kidnappings for ransom. It advises avoiding road travel after dark. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malawi— tips.malaria.text changed: from ~~TravelHealthPro (NaTHNaC) says there is a high risk of malaria in Malawi and recommends antimalarial tablets. Use insect repellent and sleep under nets.~~ to TravelHealthPro (NaTHNaC) says there is a high risk of malaria in Malawi and recommends antimalarial tablets. It advises mosquito bite avoidance. (immigration.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malawi— tips.forex-receipts.text changed: from ~~The Government of Canada says US dollars are widely accepted and that you must declare all foreign currency on arrival and departure. Keep your exchange receipts.~~ to The Government of Canada says US dollars are widely accepted and that you must declare all foreign currency on arrival and departure. (immigration.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)