Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026Malawi— tips.power-fuel.text changed: from ~~The UK FCDO says there are frequent fuel shortages, often with long queues. Do not assume fuel will be available on your route, and plan long drives accordingly.~~ to The UK FCDO says there are frequent fuel shortages, often with long queues. It advises not assuming fuel will be available on your route and planning ahead to reach your destination. (immigration.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malawi— faq.how-long-stay.answer changed: from Single-entry visas are normally granted for 30 days. To stay longer, contact Malawi's Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services before your permitted stay ends. No official source we could read says where an extension is granted or for how long. to No official source we could read states how many days a single-entry visa allows. The Government of Canada says that to stay longer you should contact Malawi's Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services, and that you may be fined on departure if you overstay. No official source we could read says where an extension is granted or for how long. (immigration.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malawi— faq.visa-on-arrival.answer changed: from Yes, for nationals of the Category Two countries, which include the US, UK, Canada, Australia and the EU: a public notice effective 24 February 2026 makes them eligible at all designated ports of entry, and tells airlines to board them without a visa. Bring US dollars in cash. Category One nationals must still obtain a visa before departure, and the government encourages everyone to apply in advance at evisa.gov.mw. to Yes, for nationals of the Category Two countries, which include the US, UK, Canada, Australia and the EU: a public notice effective 24 February 2026 makes them eligible at all designated ports of entry, and tells airlines to board them without a visa. The UK FCDO advises bringing US dollars in cash. Category One nationals must still obtain a visa before departure, and the government encourages everyone to apply in advance at evisa.gov.mw. (immigration.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malawi— faq.yellow-fever.answer changed: from Only if you arrive from — or transit more than 12 hours in — a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Arriving directly from Europe, North America or southern Africa, no certificate is required. to Only if you arrive from — or transit more than 12 hours in — a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (immigration.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— Summary (Indian 30-day figure not on an official page; MDAC details attributed) changed: from Malaysia grants visa-free entry to most nationalities — up to a month for ASEAN neighbors except Myanmar, 30 days for Chinese citizens (visa-free since 1 September 2026) and Indian citizens (exemption extended through 2026), and requires almost all foreign arrivals to submit the free Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online within 3 days before travel. to Malaysia grants visa-free entry to most nationalities — for visits of less than a month for ASEAN neighbors except Myanmar, up to 30 days per entry for Chinese citizens (visa-free from 1 September 2026), and for social visits by Indian citizens (exemption until 31 December 2026) — and the Immigration Department requires foreign visitors to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC), whic… (imi.gov.my )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— FAQ: US citizens ("only mandatory step" overclaim removed; MDAC details attributed) changed: from No. US passport holders enter Malaysia without a visa; Malaysia's Immigration Department does not publish how long US citizens may stay. The only mandatory step is the free Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC), submitted online within 3 days before arrival. to No. The US is not on the Immigration Department's list of nationalities that need a visa; the Department does not publish how long US citizens may stay. Visitors must also complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online, which Canada's travel advice says is free and can be filled in up to 3 days before arrival. (imi.gov.my )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— FAQ: MDAC (advice removed; free/3-day details attributed to Canada) changed: from The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card is a free online arrival form at imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac that foreign visitors must submit within 3 days before arriving. Check the official portal for who is exempt. to The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card is the online arrival form at imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac that the Immigration Department requires visitors to complete. Canada's travel advice says it is free and can be filled in up to 3 days before arrival. (imi.gov.my )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— FAQ: Chinese and Indian citizens (Indian 30-day stay not on an official page) changed: from Yes. Chinese citizens on ordinary or public affairs passports have entered visa-free for up to 30 days per entry since 1 September 2026. Indian citizens are exempt from the visa for social visits until December 31, 2026, with stays of up to 30 days. Both still need to submit the free MDAC within 3 days before arrival. to Yes. From 1 September 2026, Chinese citizens on ordinary or public affairs passports valid for at least 6 months can enter visa-free for social visits of up to 30 days per entry. Indian citizens are exempt from the visa for social visits until 31 December 2026. Both must also complete the MDAC. (malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— FAQ: eVisa cost (30-day stay for the single-entry eVisa not stated by the portal) changed: from For the nationalities that need one (including Pakistani and Nigerian citizens), the single-entry tourist eVisa costs a RM105 processing charge plus a visa fee that depends on nationality and a small card or e-wallet charge, allows a stay of up to 30 days, and is normally processed within 2 to 7 business days at the official portal malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my. to For the nationalities that need one (including Pakistani and Nigerian citizens), the eVisa costs a RM105 processing charge plus a visa fee that depends on nationality and a convenience charge of 0.8% (card) or 1.7% (Alipay, WeChat Pay). The official portal malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my says processing takes 2 to 7 working days. (malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— FAQ: best time (wording only) changed: from There is no official seasonal guidance. The CIA World Factbook describes two monsoons, the southwest from April to October and the northeast from October to February, and Canada's travel advice gives the rainy season as November to March, when flooding and landslides can disrupt travel. to No official Malaysian source we could read gives seasonal guidance. The CIA World Factbook describes two monsoons, the southwest from April to October and the northeast from October to February, and Canada's travel advice gives the rainy season as November to March, when flooding and landslides can disrupt travel. (cia.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— Tip: MDAC scams (now attributed to Canada) changed: from ~~The MDAC arrival card is free. Third-party sites charging a fee for it are unnecessary and often scams. Submit it only at imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac within 3 days of arrival.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the MDAC is free, reports an increase in online scams around it, and advises not to use any website that charges fees for arrival cards and to apply only on the official website (imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac). (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— Tip: drugs (unattributed advice removed) changed: from The UK says Malaysia has zero tolerance of drug offences, with penalties that include long jail sentences, possible whipping and a possible death sentence for trafficking, and that you may be asked for a urine test on arrival. Never carry luggage or packages for anyone else. to The UK says Malaysia has a zero-tolerance policy on drug offences, with penalties that include long jail sentences, possible whipping and a possible death sentence for trafficking, and that you may be asked for a urine test on arrival. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— Customs note: drugs (unattributed advice removed) changed: from ~~The UK says drug offences in Malaysia carry severe penalties, including a possible death sentence by hanging for trafficking. Never carry packages for others.~~ to The UK says drug offences in Malaysia carry severe penalties, including a possible death sentence by hanging for trafficking. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— MDAC declaration (Canada-sourced details now attributed; requirement cited to the Immigration Department) changed: from You must complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC), a free online pre-arrival form you can submit up to 3 days before arrival, and present it with your passport at immigration. Use only the Immigration Department's official portal; do not use websites that charge a fee for it. to The Immigration Department requires visitors to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) at imigresen-online.imi.gov.my. Canada's travel advice says it is free, can be filled in up to 3 days before arrival and must be presented with your passport at immigration, and warns against websites that charge fees for it. (imi.gov.my )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— Safety text (crime facts were unattributed UK advice) changed: from Bag-snatching is common in major cities, often by thieves on motorbikes, and credit card and ATM fraud is widespread. The UK government advises against all but essential travel to the islands and dive sites off eastern Sabah, from Sandakan to Tawau, because of the threat of kidnapping; this does not apply to the Sabah mainland. to The UK government says bag-snatching is common in major cities, often by thieves on motorbikes, and that credit card and ATM fraud is widespread. It advises against all but essential travel to the islands and dive sites off eastern Sabah, from Sandakan to Tawau, because of the threat of kidnapping; this does not apply to the Sabah mainland. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Malaysia— Passport row notes changed: from Visa-free: the Immigration Department does not list this nationality among those that need a visa, but no official source we could read states the length of … | Visa-free for tourism; the UK government says British visitors are normally allowed to stay 90 days on arrival. MDAC must be submitted online within 3 days b… | Ukraine is not on the Immigration Department's list of nationalities that need a visa, so Ukrainians enter visa-free, but no official Malaysian page states h… | Visa-free entry for up to 1 month (30 days). Longer visits need a visa from a Malaysian mission (Visa Without Reference, 2 months) or a Visa With Reference. … | Visa-free entry for up to 30 days per entry for social visits (tourism, business, family) on an ordinary or public affairs passport valid at least 6 months, … | Visa-free entry for up to 30 days under the exemption for Indian citizens, extended through December 31, 2026. MDAC required within 3 days before arrival. | Visa-free for stays of less than one month: the Immigration Department exempts ASEAN nationals (except Myanmar) from the visa for visits under one month. MDA… | An eVisa is required. Apply only at the official portal malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my. MDAC must also be submitted within 3 days before arrival. | Visa not required for stays of up to 90 days, extendable by up to 60 days at the Immigration Department of Malaysia. South Africa is also on the Immigration … | Visa-free entry for up to 30 days. MDAC must be submitted online within … to Visa-free: the Immigration Department does not list this nationality among those that need a visa, but no official source we could read states the length of … | Visa-free for tourism; the UK government says British visitors are normally allowed to stay 90 days on arrival. The MDAC is also required. | Visa-free entry for up to 1 month (30 days). Longer visits need a visa from a Malaysian mission (Visa Without Reference, 2 months) or a Visa With Reference. … | Visa-free entry for up to 30 days per entry for social visits (tourism, business, family) on an ordinary or public affairs passport valid at least 6 months, … | Visa-free for social visits under the exemption for Indian citizens, in force until 31 December 2026. The MDAC is also required. | Visa-free for stays of less than one month: the Immigration Department exempts ASEAN nationals (except Myanmar) from the visa for visits under one month. The… | An eVisa is required. The official portal malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my says it can only be applied for there. The MDAC is also required. | Visa not required for stays of up to 90 days, extendable by up to 60 days at the Immigration Department of Malaysia. South Africa is also on the Immigration … | Visa-free entry for up to 30 days. The MDAC is also required. | A visa is required. Afghan passport holders must first obtain a Visa With Reference (VDR) approval before applying for the eVisa at malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my; … | Not among the 30 nationalities the Immigration Department lis… (imi.gov.my )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— AF/AL/AD/AO/AG/AR… passport notes changed: from A visa is required. Apply and pay online through the Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' consular portal (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml), choosing the Malian embassy or consulate that covers your country of residence; the entry permit is issued electronically. Most Western governments advise against all travel to Mali. to A visa is required. Apply and pay online through the Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' consular portal (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml), choosing the Malian embassy or consulate that covers your country of residence; the entry permit is issued electronically. The UK and Canadian governments advise against all travel to Mali. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— DZ/TD/MR/MA passport notes changed: from ~~Visa-free under a bilateral agreement, generally for up to 90 days. Confirm the current terms with a Malian embassy before travel.~~ to Visa-free: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' visa check (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml) answers that no visa is needed and that you travel with the identity card or passport valid in your country. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— BJ/CI/GM/GN/GW/NG… passport notes changed: from ECOWAS citizens have continued to enter Mali visa-free under transitional free-movement arrangements despite Mali's January 2025 withdrawal from the bloc — re-confirm shortly before travel as this may change. to Visa-free: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' visa check (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml) answers that no visa is needed and that you travel with the identity card or passport valid in your country, although Mali left ECOWAS in January 2025. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— BF/NE passport notes changed: from ~~Burkina Faso and Niger form the Alliance of Sahel States confederation with Mali — citizens of the three countries move freely between them.~~ to Visa-free: Burkina Faso and Niger are Mali's partners in the Confederation of Sahel States (AES), and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' visa check (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml) answers that no visa is needed and that you travel with the identity card or passport valid in your country. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— entryRequirements.passportValidity.text changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in Mali.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in Mali. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— entryRequirements.vaccinations[yellow-fever].text changed: from ~~A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required to enter Mali.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says you must have a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination to enter Mali. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— countryFacts.payments.text changed: from ~~Canada's travel advice says credit cards are rarely accepted outside a few major hotels and that access to ATMs is limited outside Bamako. Exchange facilities are often slow.~~ to Canada's travel advice says credit cards are rarely accepted outside a few major hotels, that access to ATMs is limited outside Bamako, and that exchange facilities are often slow. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Mali is run by a military junta and large areas are affected by jihadist insurgency and armed conflict. The UK advises against all travel to the whole of Mali: JNIM blockades on key routes, including around Bamako, target fuel trucks and travellers, overland routes to neighbouring countries are too dangerous, and the kidnapping threat extends to the capital. to The UK advises against all travel to the whole of Mali. It says JNIM has implemented blockades on key routes in southern and western Mali, including around Bamako, targeting fuel trucks and enforcing checkpoints for travellers, that leaving by overland routes to neighbouring countries is too dangerous, and that there is a high threat of kidnapping across Mali, including in Bamako. Canada says Mal… (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— countryFacts.driving.idp.text changed: from Mali is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1968 Vienna one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1949 Geneva version. A permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention carries no treaty obligation here. to Mali is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1968 Vienna Convention, according to the UN treaty records. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from Mali is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1968 Vienna one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1949 Geneva version. A permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention carries no treaty obligation here. Whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, and for how long a foreign license may be used, are set by national … to Mali is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1968 Vienna Convention, according to the UN treaty records. Canada's travel advice says you should carry an International Driving Permit. No official source we could read states for how long a foreign licence may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— tips[security].text changed: from ~~The UK advises against all travel to the whole of Mali, including Bamako — terrorism, blockades on main roads and kidnapping are real risks. Take professional security advice before any trip.~~ to The UK advises against all travel to the whole of Mali, including Bamako. It says terrorist attacks can occur at any time, that JNIM blockades target key routes, and that there is a high threat of kidnapping across the country. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— tips[ecowas-status].text changed: from Mali formally left ECOWAS in January 2025 together with Burkina Faso and Niger. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' visa check still waives the visa for nationals of Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Nigeria, Senegal and Togo, but asks those of Cape Verde, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone to apply. West African travelers should re-check shortly before traveling. to Mali formally left ECOWAS in January 2025 together with Burkina Faso and Niger. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' visa check still waives the visa for nationals of Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Nigeria, Senegal and Togo, but asks those of Cape Verde, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone to apply. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— tips[photography].text changed: from ~~Do not photograph military or government installations — the UK Foreign Office and Canada both warn against it — and ask permission before photographing people.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says not to take pictures of military or government installations and to always ask permission before photographing local people; Canada says photographing military personnel and installations is prohibited. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— tips[cash-euros].text changed: from ~~Bring enough cash. Canada's travel advice says credit cards are rarely accepted outside a few major hotels and that ATM access is limited outside Bamako.~~ to Canada's travel advice says credit cards are rarely accepted outside a few major hotels and that ATM access is limited outside Bamako. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— faq[need-visa].answer changed: from Most nationalities do. The application and payment are made online through the Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' consular portal, and the entry permit is issued electronically; there is no tourist visa on arrival. Most ECOWAS nationals are still exempt (Cape Verde, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone are not), and citizens of Burkina Faso and Niger move freely under the Alliance of Sahel States. to Most nationalities do. The application and payment are made online through the Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' consular portal, and the entry permit is issued electronically. Most ECOWAS nationals are still exempt (Cape Verde, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone are not), and the ministry's visa check also answers that citizens of Burkina Faso and Niger need no visa. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— faq[safe].answer changed: from ~~No. The UK and Canadian governments both advise against all travel to Mali; Canada cites the threat of terrorism, kidnapping, banditry and fuel shortages. Any travel needs serious security planning.~~ to No. The UK and Canadian governments both advise against all travel to Mali; Canada cites the threat of terrorism, kidnapping, banditry and fuel shortages. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— faq[ecowas-free].answer changed: from Most can. Although Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger formally withdrew from ECOWAS in January 2025, the Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' visa check still tells nationals of Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Nigeria, Senegal and Togo that they need no visa. Nationals of Cape Verde, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone are told a visa is required. The situation could change, so re-check… to Most can. Although Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger formally withdrew from ECOWAS in January 2025, the Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' visa check still tells nationals of Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Nigeria, Senegal and Togo that they need no visa. Nationals of Cape Verde, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone are told a visa is required. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— faq[voa].answer changed: from No. There is no routine tourist visa on arrival. Apply online before travel through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' consular portal (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml), selecting the Malian embassy or consulate that covers your country of residence; the entry permit is issued electronically, with no need to send documents to the embassy. to No official source we could read offers a visa on arrival. Apply online before travel through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' consular portal (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml), selecting the Malian embassy or consulate that covers your country of residence; the UK Foreign Office says the entry permit is issued electronically once approved, with no need to send documents to the embassy. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— faq[yellow-fever].answer changed: from ~~Yes. Carry an International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever with your passport.~~ to Yes. The UK Foreign Office says you must have a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination to enter Mali. (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mali— summary changed: from Mali requires most visitors to obtain a visa, now applied for and paid online through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' consular portal, and the UK advises against all travel to the country. The ministry's visa check still waives the visa for most ECOWAS nationals despite Mali's January 2025 withdrawal from the bloc, but not for Cape Verde, Ghana, Liberia or Sierra Leone; its Alliance of Sahel Sta… to Mali requires most visitors to obtain a visa, now applied for and paid online through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' consular portal, and the UK advises against all travel to the country. The ministry's visa check still waives the visa for most ECOWAS nationals despite Mali's January 2025 withdrawal from the bloc, but not for Cape Verde, Ghana, Liberia or Sierra Leone, and it answers that citiz… (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— US passport notes changed: from ~~Under the Compact of Free Association, US citizens may enter, live and work in the Marshall Islands with no visa and no time limit. A valid passport and the arrival card are still required.~~ to Visa-exempt under the Compact of Free Association, with no restriction on the period of stay, according to the RMI Division of Immigration. It says the Compact exempts US citizens from entry visa requirements only: work registration is still required. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— FM/PW passport notes changed: from ~~Citizens of the other freely associated Micronesian states are admitted without a visa and with no limit on their stay. Carry a passport and complete the arrival card as usual.~~ to Visa-exempt under the Compact of Free Association, with no restriction on the period of stay, according to the RMI Division of Immigration. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— entryRequirements.passportValidity.text changed: from Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you leave the Marshall Islands, including for US citizens travelling under the Compact of Free Association — the Compact removes the visa, not the passport. to The RMI Division of Immigration requires visitors entering on a visa on arrival or visa waiver, and visitor-visa applicants, to hold a passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended date of departure from the Marshall Islands. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— entryRequirements.vaccinations[yellow-fever].text changed: from The Marshall Islands' Office of Commerce, Investment and Tourism says yellow fever (and cholera) immunization is required for travellers arriving from infected areas. Standard routings via Honolulu, Guam or Nadi do not trigger it. to The Marshall Islands' Office of Commerce, Investment and Tourism says yellow fever (and cholera) immunization is required for travellers arriving from infected areas. (ocit.mh )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— entryRequirements.vaccinations[mmr-children].text changed: from The Ministry of Health and Human Services' measles travel advisory (Issuance 02, 9 May 2023, still listed as current) makes it mandatory for all incoming travellers that children under 5 have up-to-date MMR or measles-rubella vaccinations, including the early "zero dose" for infants aged 6 to 11 months. Proof must be shown on entry or entry may be denied, though entry can be granted on an underta… to The Ministry of Health and Human Services' measles travel advisory (Issuance 02, 9 May 2023) makes it mandatory for all incoming travellers that children under 5 have up-to-date MMR or measles-rubella vaccinations, including the early "zero dose" for infants aged 6 to 11 months. Proof must be shown on entry or entry may be denied, though entry can be granted on an undertaking to have the vaccinat… (rmihealth.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~Visitors must show a confirmed onward or return ticket and where they will stay.~~ to The RMI Division of Immigration requires a confirmed return or onward ticket out of the Marshall Islands, and a valid visa for the next destination where one is needed. Visitor-visa applicants must also give a confirmed hotel booking or contact details. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds.text changed: from ~~All visitors must have sufficient funds for their stay. No minimum amount is published; carrying US dollars in cash is the practical answer, since card acceptance is patchy.~~ to All visitors must have sufficient funds for their stay, according to the RMI Division of Immigration. No minimum amount is published. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— visaTypes[visa-on-arrival].fee.notes changed: from ~~Waived for every nationality on the Division of Immigration's visa-on-arrival list. A USD 20 departure fee is charged when you leave.~~ to Waived for every nationality on the Division of Immigration's visa-on-arrival list. Australia's Smartraveller says a departure fee must be paid in US dollars cash when you leave. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— countryFacts.payments.text changed: from Australia's Smartraveller says the currency is the US dollar and that many businesses in Majuro and Ebeye take credit cards but others do not; there are only a few ATMs and none at the airport, and the airport departure fee must be paid in US dollars cash. to Australia's Smartraveller says ATMs are not available at the airport and that a departure fee must be paid in US dollars cash when you leave. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Serious crime against visitors is uncommon and the islands are welcoming, with occasional petty theft and some alcohol-related trouble at night in Majuro and Ebeye. The practical risks dominate: very limited medical care, thin flight connections, no drinkable tap water, strong reef currents, and low-lying atolls exposed to king tides, flooding and drought. to The UK government says crime rates are low, but there is a risk of petty crime, including break-ins and non-violent theft, and that medical facilities are very limited. Australia's Smartraveller says assaults also occur, that feral dogs are common and can attack, and that travelling by boat between atolls can be hazardous. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— tips[cofa-us-citizens].text changed: from Under the Compact of Free Association, US citizens may enter the Marshall Islands and live and work there without a visa or time limit. You still need a valid passport and still complete the arrival card. The arrangement runs the other way too: Marshallese citizens may live and work in the United States. to US citizens are visa-exempt under the Compact of Free Association, with no restriction on the period of stay. The RMI Division of Immigration says the Compact exempts them from entry visa requirements only: work registration is still required. Under the Compact, it says, Marshallese citizens may live and work in the United States. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— tips[medical-limits].text changed: from ~~The UK government says medical facilities are very limited. Bring enough prescription medicine for your stay, and insurance that covers all medical costs including medical evacuation.~~ to The UK government says medical facilities are very limited, and advises bringing sufficient prescription medicines and comprehensive travel insurance covering all medical costs, including medical evacuation. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— tips[flight-connections] changed: from ~~International flights are few, so leave buffer time and avoid tight onward international connections.~~ to (removed) (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— tips[water-and-cash].text changed: from ~~Australia's Smartraveller advises drinking boiled or bottled water, and says there are only a few ATMs, none of them at the airport, and that the departure fee must be paid in US dollars cash.~~ to Australia's Smartraveller says ATMs are not available at the airport and that the departure fee must be paid in US dollars cash. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— faq[need-visa].answer changed: from US citizens do not. The Compact of Free Association lets them enter, live and work in the Marshall Islands indefinitely with just a valid passport, and citizens of Palau and the Federated States of Micronesia also have no time limit. EU and UK citizens, Taiwan and Guatemala get a free visa waiver for up to 90 days; citizens of countries with diplomatic relations with the Marshall Islands — includ… to US citizens do not: the Division of Immigration lists them as visa-exempt under the Compact of Free Association, with no restriction on the period of stay, as are citizens of Palau and the Federated States of Micronesia. EU and UK citizens, Taiwan and Guatemala get a free visa waiver for up to 90 days; citizens of countries with diplomatic relations with the Marshall Islands — including Australia… (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— faq[voa-how].answer changed: from It is issued at the immigration desk at Amata Kabua International Airport in Majuro, free of charge, to citizens of countries on the Division of Immigration's visa-on-arrival list. You need a passport valid 6 months beyond your departure, a confirmed return or onward ticket, any visa you need for your next destination, and sufficient funds. It allows up to 90 days and cannot be extended. to It is granted on arrival, free of charge, to citizens of countries on the Division of Immigration's visa-on-arrival list. You need a passport valid 6 months beyond your departure, a confirmed return or onward ticket, any visa you need for your next destination, and sufficient funds. It allows up to 90 days and cannot be extended. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Marshall Islands— faq[cofa-work].answer changed: from Yes. The Compact of Free Association gives US citizens the right to reside and be employed in the Marshall Islands without an immigration permit, which is why it functions more like freedom of movement than a visa waiver. Employers may still require local registration or professional licensing, so check with them before you start. to Not on the Compact alone. The RMI Division of Immigration says the Compact exempts US citizens from entry visa requirements only, and that work registration is still required. (rmiimmigration.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritania— summary changed: from Mauritania scrapped its visa on arrival in January 2025 — nearly all visitors now pre-apply online through the official ANRPTS eVisa portal and pay EUR 55 in cash when they land (EUR 40 for nationals of Arab and African countries), while citizens of eleven neighboring West African and Maghreb states enter visa-free under bilateral agreements. to Mauritania ended its visa on arrival on 5 January 2025: nearly all visitors now apply online for an eVisa through the official ANRPTS portal and pay the fee in cash when they land (EUR 55 for 30 days, or EUR 40 for nationals of Arab and African countries), while citizens of eleven West African and Maghreb states enter visa-free under reciprocal agreements. (diplomatie.gov.mr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritania— vaccinations (yellow fever) changed: from ~~A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission; the vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Mauritania in any case.~~ to A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritania— customs.currencyLimits changed: from It is illegal to take Mauritanian ouguiyas out of the country, and the authorities may confiscate them. No official source we could read publishes a threshold for declaring foreign currency. US dollars and euros can be exchanged at banks, some hotels and official bureaux de change. to Australia's Smartraveller says it is illegal to import or export ouguiyas, that any foreign currency must be declared on arrival (there is no limit on the amount), and that you cannot leave with more foreign currency than you declared. No Mauritanian source we could read publishes a declaration threshold. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritania— countryFacts.payments changed: from The UK government says Mauritania is mainly a cash-based society: a few hotels in Nouakchott and Nouadhibou accept credit cards (some only Visa), and some ATMs accept foreign cards. US dollars and euros can be exchanged at banks, some hotels and official bureaux de change. Canada and Australia add that you must declare foreign currency on arrival and cannot leave with more than you declared. to The UK government says Mauritania is mainly a cash-based society: a few hotels in Nouakchott and Nouadhibou accept credit cards (some only Visa), and some ATMs accept foreign cards. US dollars and euros can be exchanged at banks, some hotels and official bureaux de change. Australia's Smartraveller adds that you must declare foreign currency on arrival and cannot leave with more than you declared. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritania— tips (border-zones) changed: from The UK government advises against all travel to areas within 25 km of the Malian border in the south, including Khabou, and to the east of a line through Kankossa, Akhreijit, Ghallaouia, Zouérat and Fdérik; Canada advises against all travel to northern and eastern Mauritania. Check current advice before planning any route. to The UK government advises against all travel to areas within 25 km of the Malian border in the south, including Khabou, and to the east of a line through Kankossa, Akhreijit, Ghallaouia, Zouérat and Fdérik; Canada advises against all travel to northern and eastern Mauritania. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritania— faq (yellow-fever) changed: from Only if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission — common on overland routes from Senegal or Mali. The vaccine is recommended for most travelers regardless, so carry your yellow card. to Only if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritania— faq (is-it-safe) changed: from The UK government advises against all travel to areas within 25 km of the Malian border and to the east of the country, and Canada advises against all travel to northern and eastern Mauritania, citing extremist groups, armed smugglers and a high risk of kidnapping, with Westerners a preferred target. Check current advisories before planning a trip. to The UK government advises against all travel to areas within 25 km of the Malian border and to the east of the country, and Canada advises against all travel to northern and eastern Mauritania; Canada says there is a high risk of kidnapping and that Westerners are a preferred target. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritania— faq (money) changed: from Rarely. The UK government says Mauritania is mainly a cash-based society, with only a few hotels in Nouakchott and Nouadhibou accepting credit cards and some ATMs taking foreign cards. Bring US dollars or euros to exchange at banks or official bureaux de change, and declare foreign currency on arrival. to Rarely. The UK government says Mauritania is mainly a cash-based society, with only a few hotels in Nouakchott and Nouadhibou accepting credit cards and some ATMs taking foreign cards, and that US dollars and euros can be exchanged at banks or official bureaux de change. Australia's Smartraveller says foreign currency must be declared on arrival. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritania— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from ~~Mauritania severed relations with Israel in 2010 and Israeli passports are not accepted for entry.~~ to No official source we could read states the entry rules for Israeli passport holders. (diplomatie.gov.mr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— Passport validity changed: from ~~Mauritius only requires your passport to be valid for the whole of your intended stay, but some airlines apply a stricter six-month rule at check-in — more validity is safer.~~ to Mauritius's Passport and Immigration Office requires a passport or other recognized travel document valid beyond the intended period of stay. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— Onward ticket changed: from ~~You must hold a confirmed return or onward ticket — arriving without one can mean refused boarding or refused entry.~~ to Mauritius's Passport and Immigration Office requires every visitor to hold a valid return ticket to their country of origin or residence. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— All-in-One Travel Form changed: from All passengers must complete the All-in-One Travel Form and the Health Declaration Form before boarding any aircraft or vessel bound for Mauritius, under the Quarantine (Health Declaration Form) Regulations 2026. The forms are free. to All passengers must complete the All-in-One Travel Form and the Health Declaration Form before boarding any aircraft or vessel bound for Mauritius, under the Quarantine (Health Declaration Form) Regulations 2026. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— Tip: Premium Visa changed: from Remote workers, retirees and long-stay visitors can apply free of charge for the Premium Travel Visa, which allows stays of up to a year (renewable) while living on income earned outside Mauritius. Apply online before travel. to The Premium Visa, free of charge, lets foreign nationals stay in Mauritius for one year, renewable, as tourists, retirees or professionals working remotely from Mauritius, with their families. The Passport and Immigration Office links to an online application. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— Tip: accommodation proof changed: from ~~Immigration asks where you are staying. Have your accommodation booking or host's details ready at the desk, along with your return ticket.~~ to The Passport and Immigration Office requires every visitor to have a confirmed hotel booking or sponsorship for accommodation, adequate funds for the stay and a valid return ticket. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— FAQ: length of stay changed: from EU citizens may stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period under the EU–Mauritius visa waiver agreement. British, Canadian, Chinese and Russian citizens are admitted for up to 60 days, as are most visa-on-arrival nationalities (two weeks for a few). For other visa-free nationalities no maximum is published: the immigration officer sets the length of each stay on arrival. Tourist stays can be extended by the Passport and Immigration Office in Port Louis, with proof of funds and accommodation. to EU citizens may stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period under the EU–Mauritius visa waiver agreement. British, Canadian, Chinese and Russian citizens are admitted for up to 60 days, as are most visa-on-arrival nationalities (two weeks for a few). For other visa-free nationalities the Passport and Immigration Office's country list gives no maximum. Tourist stays can be extended by the Passport and Immigration Office in Port Louis, with bank statements and a confirmed accommodation booking. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— FAQ: Premium Visa changed: from A free long-stay visa aimed at remote workers, retirees and families who want to live in Mauritius for up to a year (renewable) while earning their income abroad. You apply online with proof of income, accommodation and insurance. It cannot be used to take up work in Mauritius itself. to A free visa for foreign nationals who want a long stay in Mauritius as a tourist, a retiree or a professional working remotely, with their family. It allows a stay of one year, renewable. The Passport and Immigration Office links to an online application. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— FAQ: arrival documents changed: from A passport valid beyond your stay, a confirmed return or onward ticket, a confirmed hotel booking or sponsorship for accommodation, and adequate funds for the stay (no daily amount is published). Entry is normally granted for the length of your booking, up to your nationality's maximum. to A passport valid beyond your stay, a valid return ticket to your country of origin or residence, a confirmed hotel booking or sponsorship for accommodation, and adequate funds for the stay (no daily amount is published). (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— Safety changed: from Most crime is non-violent, such as burglaries from tourist villas and theft of unattended bags, but petty crime is common in tourist areas such as Port Louis, Grand Baie and Flic en Flac, and there have been some reports of sexual assaults on tourists. Avoid walking alone at night on beaches or in poorly lit areas. to The UK Foreign Office says most crime is non-violent, such as burglaries from tourist villas and theft of unattended bags, that petty crime is common in tourist areas such as Port Louis, Grand Baie and Flic en Flac, and that there have been some reports of sexual assaults on tourists. It advises not walking alone at night on beaches or in poorly lit areas. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— Passport notes (AL, AD, AM, AZ, BY, BT, BO, BA, BF, KH, CM, CF, CO, CR, CI, CU, DJ, DO, EC, SV, GQ, ER, ET, GT, GN, GW, HT, HN, ID, JO, KZ, KG, LB, LR, MH, MR, FM, MD, MN, ME, MA, NP, NI, NE, MK, PW, PA, PE, PH, ST, SN, RS, LK, TW, TJ, TH, TL, TG, TM, UY, UZ, VE, VN) changed: from ~~A visa is normally issued on arrival for up to 60 days with proof of accommodation, sufficient funds and a return ticket. Confirm your category with the Passport and Immigration Office before travel.~~ to A visa for sixty days is issued on arrival, per the Passport and Immigration Office's country list. Every visitor must have a confirmed accommodation booking or sponsorship, adequate funds and a return ticket. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— Passport notes (DZ, KM, IR, MG, MM, NG) changed: from ~~A visa is issued on arrival for up to two weeks with proof of accommodation, sufficient funds and a return ticket. Confirm your category with the Passport and Immigration Office before travel.~~ to A visa for two weeks is issued on arrival, per the Passport and Immigration Office's country list. Every visitor must have a confirmed accommodation booking or sponsorship, adequate funds and a return ticket. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— Passport notes (AO, AG, AR, BS, BH, BB, BZ, BJ, BW, BR, BN, BI, CV, TD, CL, CD, DM, EG, SZ, FJ, GA, GM, GE, GH, GD, HK, IS, IN, IL, JM, JP, KE, KI, KW, LS, LI, MO, MW, MY, MV, MX, MC, MZ, NA, NR, NZ, NO, OM, PG, PY, QA, CG, RW, KN, LC, VC, WS, SM, SA, SC, SL, SG, SB, ZA, KR, SR, CH, TZ, TO, TT, TN, TR, TV, UG, UA, AE, US, VU, VA, ZM, ZW) changed: from ~~Visa-free entry with proof of accommodation, sufficient funds and a return ticket. The immigration officer sets the length of stay on arrival.~~ to No visa required, per the Passport and Immigration Office's country list, which gives no maximum stay. Every visitor must have a confirmed accommodation booking or sponsorship, adequate funds and a return ticket. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mauritius— Passport notes (XK) changed: from ~~Mauritius does not recognize Kosovo passports for visa-free or on-arrival entry — arrange a visa through the Passport and Immigration Office before travel.~~ to No official source we could read states the rule for Kosovo passports: the Passport and Immigration Office's country list does not name Kosovo, and its list of unrecognized passports does not include it. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— passportValidity changed: from ~~Mexico requires your passport to be valid for the entire duration of your stay; there is no formal 6-month rule, but airlines sometimes apply one — extra validity is safer.~~ to INM requires a passport or identity and travel document that is valid (vigente) at the immigration check; it states no minimum validity period. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— travelInsurance changed: from ~~Travel insurance is not an entry requirement, but private healthcare — the standard for visitors — must be paid for, so medical coverage is strongly recommended.~~ to No official source we could read states a travel-insurance requirement for Mexico. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— onwardTicket changed: from ~~Not a formal entry requirement, but immigration officers and airlines may ask for proof of return or onward travel and where you will stay.~~ to INM says the immigration authority may ask you to prove the purpose of your trip, for example with a hotel reservation, return tickets or tour tickets, and to state the means of transport you will use to leave the country. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— proofOfFunds changed: from ~~No fixed amount is set, but officers may ask about your funds, accommodation and purpose of visit when deciding how many days to grant.~~ to No fixed amount is set. INM says the immigration authority may ask about your means of subsistence during your stay (except holders of a Mexican visa), your address and how long you will stay. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— declarations (FMM) changed: from At international airports you no longer fill in an FMM: the immigration officer stamps your passport with your expected departure date, and you can download the digital FMM (FMMd) afterwards. Note the date in the stamp — that, not 180 days, is your permitted stay. If you enter by land, you must present a completed FMM at the immigration filter. to At international airports you no longer fill in an FMM: it is generated at entry, your entry stamp carries the information, and you can download the digital FMM (FMMd) afterwards. If you enter by land, you must present a completed FMM at the immigration check. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— countryFacts.safety changed: from Safety varies sharply by state. The UK government advises against all but essential travel to all or parts of several states, including Zacatecas, Michoacán, Sinaloa, Tamaulipas, Chihuahua and parts of Baja California and Guanajuato, because of organised-crime violence. Risks are lower in tourist areas, though sexual offences have been reported there too. Check the advice for every state on your r to The UK government advises against all but essential travel to all or parts of several states, including Zacatecas, Michoacán, Sinaloa, Tamaulipas, Chihuahua and parts of Baja California and Guanajuato, because of organised-crime violence. It says sexual offences have been reported in tourist areas and advises taking care even close to hotels, especially after dark. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— tips (state-advisories) changed: from Mexico is not one uniform risk level. Several states are under advice against all but essential travel, while risks are lower in the main tourist areas. Check advice for each state on your itinerary, not just the country page. to The UK government gives its Mexico advice state by state and advises against all but essential travel to all or parts of several states. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— tips (entry-form-scams) changed: from ~~Entry to Mexico is free for visa-free tourists. Air arrivals no longer fill in an FMM, and third-party websites selling "Mexico tourist cards" or "entry registrations" are unnecessary.~~ to INM says travellers arriving at international airports do not have to present, fill in or carry an FMM: it is generated at entry. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— tips (stamp-days) changed: from ~~180 days is the legal maximum, not a guarantee. Check the number of days the officer writes in your stamp before leaving the desk, and ask for more if your trip needs it.~~ to INM says a visitor's stay cannot exceed 180 days; your entry stamp carries the information on your entry. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— faq (us-need-visa) changed: from No. US citizens can visit Mexico visa-free for tourism or business for up to 180 days. The immigration officer decides the exact number of days and records it in your passport stamp. It is no longer an automatic 180. to No. US citizens can visit Mexico visa-free for tourism or business for up to 180 days. The immigration officer decides the stay granted, and your entry stamp carries the information. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— faq (how-long-stay) changed: from Up to 180 days if the immigration officer grants it — officers now often stamp shorter periods matched to your ticket and plans. The days granted appear in your entry stamp; overstaying leads to fines on exit. to Up to 180 days, which INM says a visitor's stay cannot exceed. The immigration officer decides the stay granted, and your entry stamp carries the information. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from ~~Visa-free for tourism and business. The immigration officer sets the length of stay, up to a maximum of 180 days. It is no longer automatic, so state your plans clearly.~~ to Visa-free for tourism and business. The immigration officer sets the length of stay, up to a maximum of 180 days. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from Ukrainian citizens arriving BY AIR can use the free Electronic Authorization (SAE) instead of a consular visa; land/sea arrivals need a visitor visa. Anyone holding a valid US, Canadian, UK, Japanese or Schengen visa is exempt from both. Rules for Ukrainians have shifted in recent years. Confirm with the nearest Mexican consulate before booking. to Ukrainian citizens arriving BY AIR can use the free Electronic Authorization (SAE) instead of a consular visa; land/sea arrivals need a visitor visa. Anyone holding a valid US, Canadian, UK, Japanese or Schengen visa is exempt from both. (embamex.sre.gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from ~~Mexico reimposed a consular visa requirement for Ecuadorian citizens in 2021; holders of a valid US, Canadian, UK, Japanese or Schengen visa remain exempt.~~ to Mexico requires a consular visa for Ecuadorian citizens; holders of a valid US, Canadian, UK, Japanese or Schengen visa remain exempt. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from ~~Mexico reintroduced a consular visa requirement for Peruvian citizens in 2024; holders of a valid US, Canadian, UK, Japanese or Schengen visa remain exempt.~~ to Mexico requires a consular visa for Peruvian citizens; holders of a valid US, Canadian, UK, Japanese or Schengen visa remain exempt. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Mexico— Passport notes (1 rows) changed: from ~~Mexico reimposed a consular visa requirement for Venezuelan citizens in 2022; holders of a valid US, Canadian, UK, Japanese or Schengen visa remain exempt.~~ to Mexico requires a consular visa for Venezuelan citizens; holders of a valid US, Canadian, UK, Japanese or Schengen visa remain exempt. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Micronesia— summary changed: from Micronesia needs no visa or permit for visits of 30 days or less from citizens of essentially every country; longer stays need an entry permit. US citizens go further still: under the Compact of Free Association they may enter, live and work in the FSM without a visa. to The Federated States of Micronesia requires no permit for visits of 30 days or less; visitors complete a Customs, Immigration & Quarantine form on arrival and need a passport valid at least 120 days beyond entry and a way to travel onward. Longer stays need an entry permit. US citizens may enter with a US passport or a birth certificate and may be issued an entry permit for the whole visit, up to one year. (visit-micronesia.fm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Micronesia— onwardTicket changed: from ~~Visitors entering on the 30-day permit must hold a confirmed onward or return ticket; airlines check this at check-in and immigration officers may ask to see it.~~ to Every visitor must be able to show they can travel onward and leave the FSM at the end of the visit, normally with a return or onward ticket; the Chief of Immigration & Labor may accept other proof instead. (visit-micronesia.fm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Micronesia— proofOfFunds changed: from ~~No FSM official source we could read states a funds requirement or amount. Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask you to show proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay.~~ to No FSM official source we could read states a funds requirement or amount. Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask you to show proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Micronesia— customs.currencyLimits changed: from ~~The US Department of State says amounts equivalent to US$10,000 or more must be declared on entry to the FSM. It lists no restriction on exit.~~ to No official source we could read states a currency declaration threshold for the FSM. (travel.state.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Micronesia— countryFacts.payments changed: from ~~The UK FCDO says most hotels accept credit cards and ATM facilities are limited; Canada says most hotels and tourist facilities accept major credit cards and that there are few ATMs.~~ to The UK FCDO says the currency is the US dollar, that most hotels accept credit cards and that ATM facilities are limited; Canada says most hotels and tourist facilities accept major credit cards and that there are few ATMs. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Micronesia— countryFacts.safety changed: from Serious crime against visitors is rare and island communities are welcoming. The practical risks are alcohol-related trouble after dark, occasional theft from unlocked rooms, weak road lighting, and how far you are from advanced medical care. to The UK Foreign Office says crime levels are low, that the risk of crime is higher at night, particularly if alcohol is involved, and that it is also higher in the state of Chuuk. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Micronesia— tips (bring-cash) changed: from ~~Bring enough US dollars in cash: the UK FCDO says ATM facilities are limited, and Canada says there are few ATMs.~~ to The currency is the US dollar. The UK FCDO says ATM facilities are limited, and Canada says there are few ATMs. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Micronesia— faq (need-visa) changed: from Almost certainly not. Citizens of essentially every country need neither a visa nor a permit for visits of 30 days or less, provided they hold a passport valid at least 120 days beyond the date of entry and a return or onward ticket; stays over 30 days need an entry permit. US citizens need no visa under the Compact of Free Association, and their entry permit can cover the whole visit, up to one y to Not for visits of 30 days or less: the FSM requires no permit for them, provided you hold a passport valid at least 120 days beyond the date of entry and can show a return or onward ticket, and complete the CIQ form on arrival. Stays over 30 days need an entry permit. US citizens may be issued an entry permit for the whole visit, up to one year. (visit-micronesia.fm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Micronesia— faq (us-compact) changed: from Under the Compact, US citizens may enter the Federated States of Micronesia without a visa, and FSM citizens have the same right in the United States. A US passport or a birth certificate proves citizenship, and the entry permit covers the length of the visit, up to one year. You still pass through immigration, and local rules on employment and land ownership apply. to The FSM's visitor regulations say US citizens may enter any FSM state with a US passport or proof of US citizenship (a birth certificate), and may be issued an entry permit for the duration of the visit, up to one year. Each island airport has its own customs and immigration officers. (visit-micronesia.fm )(opens in a new tab)