Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026Myanmar— Driving changed: from ~~…and have not been checked for Myanmar yet.~~ to Myanmar is a party to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1949 Geneva one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1968 Vienna version. A permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention carries no treaty obligation here. No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, or for how long a foreign license may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Myanmar— Tip: cash changed: from ~~Bring enough US dollars for your stay:~~ to The UK government says Myanmar is largely cash-based and many ATMs do not accept international cards, that US dollar notes must be in good condition, without pen marks, folds or tears, and that exchange counters may refuse notes whose serial numbers start AB or CB. (evisa.moip.gov.mm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Myanmar— FAQ: Do I need a visa? changed: from ~~Almost certainly yes. Around 100 nationalities — including … most of Asia…~~ to Yes, unless you hold a Brunei, Cambodian, Indonesian, Lao, Philippine or Thai passport (14 days visa-free through the main international airports) or a Vietnamese or Singaporean one (30 days). Nationals of 100 countries — including the US, the UK, every EU country and Australia — can apply for the 28-day tourist eVisa (US$50) at evisa.moip.gov.mm; others apply at a Myanmar embassy or consulate. (evisa.moip.gov.mm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Myanmar— FAQ: Overland entry changed: from ~~Mostly no.~~ to Canada advises against all travel to Myanmar, including through its land borders, and says crossings may close with little or no notice or be restricted to nationals of the neighbouring state. The eVisa is valid only at Yangon, Mandalay and Nay Pyi Taw international airports and the Kawthaung land checkpoint. (evisa.moip.gov.mm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Myanmar— FAQ: Is Myanmar safe? changed: from ~~No. … Check your government's advice before booking.~~ to Canada strongly advises against all travel to Myanmar and Australia says do not travel; the UK advises against all travel to much of the country. Canada reports an escalating conflict with regime airstrikes, drone strikes and civilian casualties, and says improvised explosive devices have been used in Yangon, Mandalay and Nay Pyi Taw. (evisa.moip.gov.mm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Myanmar— FAQ: eVisa processing time changed: from ~~Apply only through the official portal … third-party sites charge more and add nothing.~~ to Processing takes at least 3 working days (Myanmar time), counted from the acknowledgement email sent after you submit and pay. The official portal is evisa.moip.gov.mm. You must print the approval letter and show it on arrival. (evisa.moip.gov.mm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Myanmar— FAQ: Extend tourist visa changed: from ~~…not formally extendable… so do not count on settling an overstay at departure. Plan to leave within your permitted stay.~~ to No. The official eVisa FAQ says the tourist eVisa cannot be extended; only a business eVisa can be extended, through the eStay system. No official source we could read states the overstay penalty. (evisa.moip.gov.mm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Myanmar— Passport notes (AL,DZ,AR,AU,AT,BD…) changed: from ~~The eligibility list changes periodically; confirm it on the portal before applying.~~ to Eligible for the 28-day tourist eVisa (US$50) at evisa.moip.gov.mm — valid only for arrival at Yangon, Mandalay or Nay Pyi Taw international airports or the Kawthaung land border checkpoint. (evisa.moip.gov.mm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Myanmar— Passport notes (BN,KH,ID,LA,PH,TH) changed: from ~~ASEAN visa exemption … so confirm conditions before travel.~~ to Visa-free for tourist visits of up to 14 days when entering and leaving through Yangon, Mandalay or Nay Pyi Taw international airports. (evisa.moip.gov.mm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Myanmar— Passport notes (SG) changed: from ~~ASEAN visa exemption —~~ to Visa-free for tourist visits of up to 30 days, entering and leaving through any international checkpoint. (evisa.moip.gov.mm )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— visaPolicy.byPassport.AD.notes changed: from Visa required since April 1, 2025 — available on arrival at Hosea Kutako and Walvis Bay airports and the main border posts, or online in advance as an e-visa (the preferred option), for NAD 1,600 per adult (NAD 800 for children aged 6–11, free under 6) for stays of up to 90 days. to Visa required since April 1, 2025 — available on arrival at a port of entry, or online in advance as an e-visa (the preferred option), for NAD 1,600 per adult (NAD 800 for children aged 6–11, free under 6) for stays of up to 90 days. (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— visaPolicy.byPassport.BJ.notes changed: from Visa required since April 1, 2025 — available on arrival at Hosea Kutako and Walvis Bay airports and the main border posts, or online in advance as an e-visa (the preferred option), for NAD 1,200 per adult (NAD 600 for children aged 6–11, free under 6) for stays of up to 90 days. to Visa required since April 1, 2025 — available on arrival at a port of entry, or online in advance as an e-visa (the preferred option), for NAD 1,200 per adult (NAD 600 for children aged 6–11, free under 6) for stays of up to 90 days. (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— visaPolicy.byPassport.AO.notes changed: from ~~SADC citizens enter Namibia visa-free — visits of up to 90 days per calendar year.~~ to Visa-free for holidays on all passport types: the Ministry of Home Affairs fact sheet (version 4, 28 May 2025) lists this nationality among those that do not require a visa. No official source we could read states the length of stay. (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— visaPolicy.byPassport.BR.notes changed: from ~~Visa-free under a reciprocal arrangement — typically up to 90 days; Namibia's exemption lists are under review, so confirm before travel.~~ to Visa-free for holidays on all passport types: the Ministry of Home Affairs fact sheet (version 4, 28 May 2025) lists this nationality among those that do not require a visa. No official source we could read states the length of stay. (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— visaPolicy.byPassport.ID.notes changed: from ~~Visa-free for holidays for all passport types under Namibia's reciprocal exemption list — visits of up to 90 days a year.~~ to Visa-free for holidays on all passport types: the Ministry of Home Affairs fact sheet (version 4, 28 May 2025) lists this nationality among those that do not require a visa. No official source we could read states the length of stay. (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— visaPolicy.byPassport.SG.notes changed: from Visa-free for holidays for all passport types under Namibia's reciprocal exemption list — visits of up to 90 days a year. The Ministry's visa-on-arrival page still lists Singapore, but that list predates the fact sheet of 28 May 2025, which names Singapore among the exempt nationalities. to Visa-free for holidays on all passport types: the Ministry of Home Affairs fact sheet (version 4, 28 May 2025) lists this nationality among those that do not require a visa. No official source we could read states the length of stay. The Ministry's visa-on-arrival page still lists Singapore, but that list predates the fact sheet, which names Singapore among the exempt nationalities. (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— summary changed: from Namibia keeps visa-free entry for most SADC citizens and for reciprocating states, but since April 1, 2025 it requires a visa from other nationalities — including most EU states, the US, UK, Canada and Japan, which can get it on arrival or online in advance for NAD 1,600 (NAD 1,200 for African Union nationals); nationalities not on the visa-on-arrival list must obtain an e-visa before travel. to Since April 1, 2025 Namibia requires a visa from nationals of countries that have not reciprocated its visa exemption — including most EU states, the US, UK, Canada and Japan, which can get it on arrival or online in advance for NAD 1,600 (NAD 1,200 for African Union nationals); nationalities not on the visa-on-arrival list must obtain a visa before travel. Citizens of the countries on the Ministry of Home Affairs' exemption list, including most SADC states, need no visa for holidays. (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from Namibia is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1968 Vienna one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1949 Geneva version. A permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention carries no treaty obligation here. Whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, and for how long a foreign license may be used, are set by nati... to Namibia is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1968 Vienna one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1949 Geneva version. A permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention carries no treaty obligation here. No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national licence, or for how long a foreign licence may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— tips.visa-change-2025.text changed: from Namibia's entry rules changed on April 1, 2025 — many nationalities that used to enter free (EU states, US, UK, Canada, Japan and others) now pay NAD 1,600 per adult for a visa on arrival or e-visa. Check your status shortly before travel, as the lists may still be adjusted. to Namibia's entry rules changed on April 1, 2025: nationals of countries that have not reciprocated Namibia's visa exemption, including EU states, the US, UK, Canada and Japan, now pay NAD 1,600 per adult for a visa on arrival or e-visa. (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— faq.need-visa.answer changed: from It changed in 2025. Most SADC citizens and nationals of countries that waive visas for Namibians still enter visa-free. Since April 1, 2025, citizens of many previously-exempt countries — including most EU states, the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Japan — must obtain a visa, available on arrival or online in advance for NAD 1,600 per adult (NAD 1,200 for African Union nationals). N... to Since April 1, 2025, nationals of countries that have not reciprocated Namibia's visa exemption — including most EU states, the US, UK, Canada, Australia and Japan — must obtain a visa, available on arrival or online in advance for NAD 1,600 per adult (NAD 1,200 for African Union nationals). Nationalities not on the visa-on-arrival list must get a visa before travelling. Citizens of the countries on the Ministry of Home Affairs' exemption list, including most SADC states, need no visa for holidays. (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— faq.voa-cost-process.answer changed: from Eligible nationals present their passport at Hosea Kutako or Walvis Bay airport or a main border post, pay NAD 1,600 per adult (NAD 1,200 for African Union nationals; NAD 800 or 600 for children aged 6–11, free under 6) by card, and receive a multiple-entry visa for up to 90 days. To skip lines you can apply in advance as an e-visa through the Ministry of Home Affairs eServices portal. to Eligible nationals apply at a port of entry, pay NAD 1,600 per adult (NAD 1,200 for African Union nationals; NAD 800 or 600 for children aged 6–11, free under 6) by card, and receive a multiple-entry visa for the period requested, up to 90 days. They can also apply in advance as an e-visa through the Ministry of Home Affairs eServices portal, which the Ministry calls the preferred option. (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Namibia— faq.still-visa-free.answer changed: from Citizens of most SADC countries (South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Angola and others, but not DR Congo, Comoros or Madagascar) and of states that reciprocate Namibia's waiver — for example Russia, Singapore and Malaysia — continue to enter without a visa, typically for up to 90 days. Confirm your status before travel as the lists are periodically reviewed. to The Ministry of Home Affairs fact sheet lists, among others, Angola, Botswana, Brazil, Cuba, Eswatini, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Macau, Malawi, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mozambique, Russia, Seychelles, Singapore, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe as countries whose nationals do not require visas for holidays. No official source we could read states the length of stay. (eservices.mhaiss.gov.na )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nauru— Summary changed: from ~~Nauru is one of the hardest countries in the world to visit:~~ to Most visitors to Nauru must obtain a visa in advance from Nauru's immigration authorities, applying on the official form with a police certificate and a medical fitness certificate. Nauru's immigration regulations let nationals of a short list of countries — mostly Pacific neighbours such as Fiji, Kiribati and Papua New Guinea, plus China, Israel and Thailand — apply on arrival without a fee, and Russian and Spanish citizens need no visa. (ronlaw.gov.nr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nauru— Proof of funds changed: from ~~…so be ready to show you can pay for your stay. No fixed amount is set.~~ to Under Nauru's Immigration Act, a person without sufficient lawful means of support for themselves and their dependants can be declared a prohibited immigrant, and the Immigration Regulations 2014 require a visitor's visa applicant to show means of support if asked (regulation 12(1)(c)). Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask for proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. (ronlaw.gov.nr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nauru— Customs: plants and animals changed: from ~~check the Department of Justice quarantine division (justice.gov.nr) before you pack any~~ to The UK FCDO says there are controls on taking plants or animals into Nauru. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nauru— Payments changed: from ~~(The Government of Canada says most establishments accept credit cards; we show the stricter advice.)~~ to The UK FCDO says credit cards are not accepted and there is only one ATM on the island, at the Menen Hotel, which is often out of cash — take enough Australian dollars in cash for your trip. (ronlaw.gov.nr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nauru— Safety changed: from ~~(unattributed)~~ to The Government of Canada says the crime rate is low, though petty crime such as pickpocketing and purse snatching may occur, that tourist facilities are extremely limited, that medical facilities are limited and evacuation is expensive, that beaches are unsupervised with powerful currents and common riptides, and that there are no taxis or public transport. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nauru— Tip: apply early changed: from ~~Start the visa process at least a month ahead. … travelers are refused boarding without an approved visa.~~ to Unless your nationality is one the Immigration Regulations let apply on arrival, the visitor's visa must be obtained before you travel. No official source we could read states a processing time. (ronlaw.gov.nr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nauru— Tip: accommodation changed: from ~~so arrange accommodation before you apply~~ to The visitor's visa application form asks for your proposed residential address in Nauru. (ronlaw.gov.nr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nauru— FAQ: Do I need a visa? changed: from ~~There is no eVisa:~~ to For most nationalities, yes — including Australians, New Zealanders, Britons, Americans and most EU citizens, who must obtain a Nauru visa before arriving. You apply to Nauru's immigration office on the official visitor's visa form, in person, through a representative or online. The Immigration Regulations 2014 make two exceptions: nationals of Fiji, Kiribati, the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, the Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, China, Israel and Thailand may apply for the visitor's visa on arrival and pay no fee, and Russian and Spanish citizens are exempt from the visa under visa waiver agreements. (ronlaw.gov.nr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nauru— FAQ: How do I apply? changed: from ~~No processing time is published, so apply early.~~ to Use Form 7 of the Immigration Regulations 2014 (the visitor's visa application) and attach certified copies of your passport's identity pages, a passport photo, a police certificate covering the last 12 months and a certificate of medical fitness; Australians and New Zealanders also need a sponsor letter from a Nauruan citizen living in Nauru. Lodge it with the immigration office in person, through a representative or online. No official source we could read states a processing time. The fee is AUD 50 for a stay of up to one month (AUD 150 for two months, AUD 250 for three) and is paid with the application. (ronlaw.gov.nr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nauru— FAQ: How long can I stay? changed: from ~~Extensions are possible through the immigration office on the island but should not be assumed.~~ to A visitor's visa can be granted for up to three months, single entry (Immigration Regulations 2014, regulation 12(7)), and the fee rises with the length: AUD 50 for one month, 150 for two and 250 for three. No official source we could read states whether a visitor's visa can be extended. (ronlaw.gov.nr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nauru— FAQ: Currency and cards changed: from ~~(The Government of Canada says most establishments accept cards; we show the stricter advice.)~~ to Nauru uses the Australian dollar. The UK FCDO says credit cards are not accepted and there is only one ATM, at the Menen Hotel, which is often out of cash, so bring enough Australian dollars in cash for your whole trip. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— summary changed: from Nepal grants a visa on arrival to almost every nationality — 30 USD for 15 days, 50 USD for 30 days or 125 USD for 90 days, all multiple entry and extendable — while Indian citizens cross the open border freely without a visa. An optional online form speeds up the arrival line. to Nepal grants a visa on arrival to every nationality except 12 listed ones — 30 USD for 15 days, 50 USD for 30 days or 125 USD for 90 days, all multiple entry and extendable — while Indian citizens do not need a visa. The UK FCDO says you can apply online up to 15 days before arrival and then collect and pay for the visa at the airport. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (179 rows: US,GB,CA,AU,NZ,IE,DE,FR,ES,IT,PT,NL…) changed: from ~~Tourist visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport and land borders: 30 USD/15 days, 50 USD/30 days or 125 USD/90 days, multiple entry, extendable up to 150 days per calendar year.~~ to Tourist visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport and other designated entry points: 30 USD/15 days, 50 USD/30 days or 125 USD/90 days, multiple entry, extendable to a total of 150 days in one year. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Tourist visa on arrival; Chinese citizens have additionally benefited from a "gratis" (free) tourist visa scheme. Confirm the current fee before travel.~~ to Tourist visa on arrival; the Department of Immigration says Chinese nationals are eligible for a gratis (free) tourist visa for up to 150 days per visa year. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from No visa needed: under the 1950 India–Nepal treaty the border is open, and Indian citizens may enter, live and work in Nepal with an accepted identity document (passport or voter ID; ID rules apply when flying). No stay limit. to No visa needed: the Department of Immigration says Indian citizens do not require a visa to enter Nepal. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Tourist visa on arrival; SAARC nationals (including Pakistan) are eligible for a gratis (free) 30-day visa once per year. Confirm current arrangements before travel.~~ to Tourist visa on arrival; SAARC nationals (including Pakistan) are eligible for a gratis (free) visa for up to 30 days once per calendar year. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Nigeria is on the list of nationalities not eligible for visa on arrival. Apply for a tourist visa at a Nepali embassy or consulate before travel. Confirm with the nearest Nepali mission.~~ to Nigeria is on the list of nationalities not eligible for visa on arrival. Apply in advance through a Nepalese embassy or the online mission portal. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (11 rows: AF,CM,SZ,ET,GH,IQ,LR,PS,SO,SY,ZW) changed: from ~~On the list of nationalities not eligible for visa on arrival. Apply for a tourist visa at a Nepali embassy or consulate before travel. Confirm with the nearest Nepali mission.~~ to On the list of nationalities not eligible for visa on arrival. Apply in advance through a Nepalese embassy or the online mission portal. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (4 rows: BD,BT,MV,LK) changed: from ~~Tourist visa on arrival; SAARC nationals are eligible for a gratis (free) 30-day visa once per calendar year. Confirm current arrangements before travel.~~ to Tourist visa on arrival; SAARC nationals are eligible for a gratis (free) visa for up to 30 days once per calendar year. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Home country. No entry requirements for Nepali citizens.~~ to Home country. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaTypes.voa-15.fee.notes changed: from Payable at the border. The UK FCDO says you can pay by card but should have cash as a back-up, with US dollars the preferred currency. You can pre-fill the online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np within 15 days before arrival to skip the kiosk line. to Payable at the border. The UK FCDO says you can pay by card but should have cash as a back-up, with US dollars the preferred currency. It says you can apply online up to 15 days before arrival and then collect and pay for the visa at the airport. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaTypes.voa-30.fee.notes changed: from Payable at the border. The UK FCDO says you can pay by card but should have cash as a back-up, with US dollars the preferred currency. You can pre-fill the online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np within 15 days before arrival to skip the kiosk line. to Payable at the border. The UK FCDO says you can pay by card but should have cash as a back-up, with US dollars the preferred currency. It says you can apply online up to 15 days before arrival and then collect and pay for the visa at the airport. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaTypes.voa-90.fee.notes changed: from Payable at the border. The UK FCDO says you can pay by card but should have cash as a back-up, with US dollars the preferred currency. You can pre-fill the online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np within 15 days before arrival to skip the kiosk line. to Payable at the border. The UK FCDO says you can pay by card but should have cash as a back-up, with US dollars the preferred currency. It says you can apply online up to 15 days before arrival and then collect and pay for the visa at the airport. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— visaTypes.tourist-extension.fee.notes changed: from Minimum 45 USD for up to 15 days, then 3 USD per additional day; maximum 150 days in Nepal per calendar year on tourist visas. Apply at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara before your visa expires. to USD 3 per day with a 15-day minimum (USD 45). The UK FCDO says you can extend your visa online to a total of 150 days in one year. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— entryRequirements.travelInsurance.text changed: from Border officers may ask to see a travel insurance document covering healthcare costs, repatriation and other emergencies in Nepal, along with confirmation of where you will spend your first night. Nepal's Department of Immigration does not list insurance among its visa-on-arrival steps (online form, fee receipt, passport), so this rests on the UK government's advice. For trekking, the UK FCDO advises insurance that covers mountain rescue and helicopter costs; it says helicopter evacuation usually costs between £1,000 and £2,000 or more per flying hour. to The UK FCDO says that at border control you may need to show a travel insurance document covering healthcare costs, repatriation and other emergencies in Nepal, and confirmation of where you will spend your first night. For trekking, the UK FCDO advises insurance that covers mountain rescue and helicopter costs; it says helicopter evacuation usually costs between £1,000 and £2,000 or more per flying hour. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~Onward travel is not a stated condition for the visa on arrival, though airlines occasionally ask for it at check-in.~~ to No official source we could read requires an onward ticket. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds.text changed: from ~~No official source states a funds requirement or amount for tourists. The Department of Immigration advises carrying some cash, because the visa fee is paid at a bank counter on arrival.~~ to No official source states a funds requirement or amount for tourists. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— entryRequirements.declarations.online-visa-form.text changed: from Optional but recommended: fill in the tourist visa "Online Application" at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np before you fly and bring the printed receipt/barcode. It replaces the airport kiosk step and shortens the visa-on-arrival line. to The UK FCDO says you can apply online for a visa on arrival up to 15 days before you arrive and then collect and pay for the visa at the airport using your submission receipt, or apply using the forms or terminals at the airport. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits.text changed: from Travelers entering Nepal by air or land may bring foreign currency or travelers' cheques worth up to USD 5,000; anything above that must be declared at customs on arrival, and goods carried undeclared can be confiscated. No official source we could read states the current rules on carrying Nepali or Indian rupee notes, so check with your bank before carrying Indian 200- and 500-rupee notes. to Travelers entering Nepal by air or land may bring foreign currency or travelers' cheques worth up to USD 5,000; anything above that must be declared at customs on arrival. Canada's travel advice says Indian rupee notes larger than 100 INR are prohibited and that it is illegal to take Nepalese rupee notes out of the country. (giwmscdnone.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Nepal is generally safe and welcoming, with petty theft the main urban risk. The real hazards are environmental: altitude sickness, mountain weather, road conditions and occasional strikes (bandhs) that halt transport. Flash floods in August 2026 badly damaged roads and buildings in Rasuwa district and along the Nepal–China border, and the authorities warn of further floods and landslides there. to The UK FCDO says there is a low rate of serious crime in Nepal but warns of pickpockets and bag-snatchers, and says political protests and strikes are fairly common and disrupt transport. It says major flooding on 26 August 2026 caused widespread damage in Rasuwa district and the Nepal–China border area, and that the authorities have warned of the risk of further flooding. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— tips.overstay.text changed: from ~~Overstaying costs 3 USD per day plus fines and can mean being barred from future entry — extend at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara before your visa runs out.~~ to The Department of Immigration lists an overstay fine of USD 5 per day, and the UK FCDO says overstaying is a serious crime that can lead to significant fines or imprisonment. The FCDO says you can extend your visa online to a total of 150 days in one year. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— faq.us-need-visa.answer changed: from Yes, but it is issued on arrival: US passport holders (like almost all nationalities) get a tourist visa at Kathmandu airport or any land border — 30 USD for 15 days, 50 USD for 30 days or 125 USD for 90 days, multiple entry. You can pay by card, but bring cash as a back-up; US dollars are preferred. to Yes, but it is issued on arrival: US passport holders (like almost all nationalities) get a tourist visa at Tribhuvan International Airport or another designated entry point — 30 USD for 15 days, 50 USD for 30 days or 125 USD for 90 days, multiple entry. You can pay by card, but bring cash as a back-up; US dollars are preferred. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— faq.indian-citizens.answer changed: from No. Under the 1950 India–Nepal friendship treaty the border is open: Indian citizens enter without a visa and without stay limits, using a passport or accepted identity document (airlines require a passport, voter ID or other approved ID for flights). to No. The Department of Immigration says Indian citizens do not require a visa to enter Nepal. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— faq.voa-how.answer changed: from On arrival you complete a form (or bring the receipt from the free online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np, submitted within 15 days before travel), pay the fee (by card, or in cash — the UK FCDO advises carrying US dollars as a back-up) and receive the visa sticker. Queues at Kathmandu airport can be long — the pre-filled form speeds things up. to The UK FCDO says you can apply online up to 15 days before you arrive and then collect and pay for the visa at the airport using your submission receipt, or apply using the forms or terminals at the airport and queue. You can pay by card, but should have cash as a back-up, with US dollars preferred. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nepal— faq.extend-stay.answer changed: from ~~Yes, at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara: minimum 45 USD for 15 days, then 3 USD per day, up to a maximum of 150 days in Nepal per calendar year.~~ to Yes. The Department of Immigration lists the extension fee as USD 3 per day with a 15-day minimum (USD 45), and the UK FCDO says you can extend online to a total of 150 days in one year. (immigration.gov.np )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Summary changed: from ~~around 60 visa-exempt nationalities… Long stays require an MVV entry visa and an IND residence permit.~~ to The Netherlands is part of the Schengen Area: EU and EFTA citizens enter freely, nationals of the countries on the EU's visa-exempt list can stay 90 days in any 180-day period (the ETIAS travel authorization is not yet in operation), and everyone else needs a Schengen short-stay visa costing €90. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Schengen visa fee notes changed: from ~~Fee set EU-wide since June 11, 2024.~~ to Children 6–11: €45; under 6: free. The fee is set EU-wide by the Visa Code. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— MVV / residence permit fee notes changed: from ~~The MVV is not charged separately… combined… (TEV)… Fees change every 1 January.~~ to The IND charges for the residence permit by purpose of stay: €254 for family, study, research and the orientation year; €423 for paid employment, highly skilled migrants, self-employment, intra-company transfer and au pair or exchange. (ind.nl )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Student permit fee notes changed: from ~~fees change every 1 January. The host university applies to the IND on the student's behalf as a recognized sponsor.~~ to Set in law (Voorschrift Vreemdelingen 2000, art. 3.34) and listed on the IND fee table. (wetten.overheid.nl )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Orientation year fee notes changed: from ~~fees change every 1 January. … top-200 world university (apply within 3 years of graduation).~~ to Set in law (Voorschrift Vreemdelingen 2000, art. 3.34) and listed on the IND fee table. A residence permit to look for work after study, a doctorate or scientific research. No official source we could read states the eligibility conditions. (wetten.overheid.nl )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Work permit fee notes changed: from ~~fees change every 1 January. The employer, usually an IND-recognized sponsor, files the application; highly skilled migrants must meet a salary threshold.~~ to Set in law (Voorschrift Vreemdelingen 2000, art. 3.34) and listed on the IND fee table for paid employment, the single permit and highly skilled migrants. (wetten.overheid.nl )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Driving changed: from ~~…and have not been checked for Netherlands yet.~~ to Netherlands is a party to both the 1949 Geneva and the 1968 Vienna Conventions on Road Traffic, so it recognizes an International Driving Permit issued under either. No official source we could read states whether a permit is required in addition to a national license, or for how long a foreign license may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— FAQ: Staying longer than 90 days changed: from ~~Most non-EU nationals need an MVV … single procedure (TEV), usually via a Dutch sponsor… fees change every 1 January. Check ind.nl.~~ to You need a residence permit from the IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service). Its fee table lists €254 for family, study and most other purposes and €423 for paid employment, highly skilled migrants and self-employment. (ind.nl )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— FAQ: Orientation year changed: from ~~Graduates of Dutch universities or top-200 world universities … within 3 years … unrestricted labor-market access… fees change every 1 January~~ to It is a residence permit to look for work in the Netherlands after study, a doctorate or scientific research. The IND fee is €254. No official source we could read states the eligibility conditions. (ind.nl )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— FAQ: Schengen visa cost changed: from ~~across all Schengen countries~~ to The Schengen short-stay visa costs €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6–11. It allows stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen countries. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Stay window changed: from ~~The day you arrive counts as the first day and the day you leave counts as the last.~~ to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area rather than per country. Leaving and coming back does not reset the allowance: the Schengen Borders Code counts the 180-day period preceding each day of stay, so days already spent anywhere in the area during that period still count against the 90. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— 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. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— EES registration 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/or photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders, and passports are no longer stamped. Registration happens at the border on your first crossing since the EES started; the EU says it can be quicker if you register some data in advance at a self-service kiosk or through a mobile app, where available. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— 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, 2026Netherlands— Source changed: from ~~https://travel-europe.europa.eu/en/etias~~ to https://travel-europe.europa.eu/en/etias/faq (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Passport notes (IE,DE,FR,ES,IT,PT…) changed: from ~~…with a passport or national ID card…; register if staying over 3 months.~~ to Free movement: EU citizens need no visa. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Passport notes (CH,IS,LI,NO) changed: from ~~equivalent to EU citizens~~ to Free movement: EFTA citizens need no visa. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Passport notes (UA) changed: from ~~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, 2026Netherlands— Passport notes (RU) 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, applied for at the Dutch embassy or visa center serving your place of residence. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Passport notes (IN) changed: from ~~(BLS International)~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Dutch embassy or visa center serving your place of residence. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Netherlands— Passport notes (VU) changed: from ~~…over concerns with its investor-citizenship scheme~~ to Vanuatu is on the EU list of countries whose nationals need a visa (Regulation 2018/1806, Annex I, as amended); a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Australian citizens do not need a visa or NZeTA under the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement. They can visit, live and work in New Zealand freely and are granted a resident visa on arrival.~~ to Australian citizens do not need a visa or an NZeTA. On arrival they may be given an Australian Resident Visa. (immigration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Visitor Visa required. Apply online before traveling. Chinese nationals transiting Auckland to/from Australia may instead qualify for a transit arrangement. Check with Immigration New Zealand.~~ to Visitor Visa required. Apply online before traveling. Chinese citizens travelling to New Zealand from Australia with an eligible Australian visa can request an NZeTA instead. (immigration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (3 rows: IN,PK,NG) changed: from ~~Visitor Visa required — apply online before traveling. Processing can take several weeks — apply well ahead of your trip.~~ to Visitor Visa required — apply online before traveling. Immigration New Zealand says 80% of applications are processed within 2 weeks and that processing is busiest between September and March. (immigration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— visaTypes.nzeta.fee.notes changed: from NZD 17 request fee, plus the NZD 100 International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) paid at the same time — about NZD 117 in total for most tourists. Apply only on the Immigration New Zealand website or official app. to NZD 17 request fee, plus the NZD 100 International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) paid at the same time — about NZD 117 in total for most tourists. Immigration New Zealand says to use the official NZeTA website or app. (immigration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— visaTypes.visitor-visa.fee.notes changed: from NZD 300 application fee plus the NZD 41 immigration levy for most applicants outside the Pacific; the NZD 100 International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) is charged on top, per person — NZD 441 in total. Immigration fees are reviewed periodically, so check the current amount before applying. Immigration New Zealand says 80% of applications are processed within 2 weeks; processing is busiest between September and March. to Immigration New Zealand gives the cost as from NZD 441. The NZD 100 International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) is paid per person when applying for a visa. Immigration New Zealand says 80% of applications are processed within 2 weeks; processing is busiest between September and March. (immigration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~Visa-waiver travelers must hold a ticket out of New Zealand (or evidence of onward travel arrangements) — airlines check before boarding.~~ to At check-in for a flight to New Zealand, NZeTA travellers must show a paid ticket out of New Zealand to a country they have the right to enter (or a cruise itinerary or craft owner's letter if leaving by sea). (immigration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— entryRequirements.declarations.nztd.text changed: from ~~Every traveler must complete the free digital New Zealand Traveller Declaration (website or app) before arrival, covering customs and biosecurity questions. Have the confirmation ready when you land.~~ to Every traveler must complete the free digital New Zealand Traveller Declaration (website or app) before arrival, covering customs and biosecurity questions. It is linked to your passport and checked at passport control; you do not need to print anything. (travellerdeclaration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from New Zealand is one of the safest countries in the world. The main hazards are natural: changeable alpine weather, strong currents on beaches and rivers, and occasional earthquakes. Check conditions before hikes and follow official advice. to The UK FCDO says crime levels are generally low, but street crime happens in major towns and cities and thieves may target unattended vehicles, especially hire cars and camper vans in tourist areas. It says New Zealand is in a major earthquake zone, that tsunamis can happen along the coastlines, and that weather can quickly become dangerous in some coastal and exposed areas. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— countryFacts.driving.text changed: from New Zealand 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 road law and have not been checked for New Zealand yet. to New Zealand is a party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic but not to the 1968 Vienna one, so the International Driving Permit it is bound to recognize is the 1949 Geneva version. A permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention carries no treaty obligation here. No official source we could read states New Zealand's own rule on whether a permit is required in addition to a national license. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— tips.nztd-app.text changed: from ~~Complete the free New Zealand Traveller Declaration online or in the NZTD app before you fly. It is required for everyone and only takes a few minutes. Never pay a third-party site for it.~~ to Complete the free New Zealand Traveller Declaration online or in the NZTD app before you fly. New Zealand Customs says everyone travelling into New Zealand must complete one, and that it is free. (immigration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— tips.driving.text changed: from Traffic drives on the left. The UK notes that highways can be narrow, winding and hilly, and Canada warns that rural railway crossings may have no barriers and that dairy herds often cross main roads at milking time. to Canada says traffic drives on the left. The UK notes that highways can be narrow, winding and hilly, and Canada warns that rural railway crossings may have no barriers and that dairy herds often cross main roads at milking time. (immigration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— faq.nzeta-cost.answer changed: from The NZeTA request fee is NZD 17, but almost all tourists also pay the NZD 100 International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) in the same transaction, so expect about NZD 117. Apply only via immigration.govt.nz or the official NZeTA app. to The NZeTA request fee is NZD 17, but almost all tourists also pay the NZD 100 International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) in the same transaction, so expect about NZD 117. Immigration New Zealand says to use the official NZeTA website or app. (immigration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026New Zealand— faq.australians.answer changed: from No. Australian citizens are exempt from both the visa and the NZeTA under the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement. They can visit, live and work in New Zealand freely. Australian permanent residents (non-citizens), however, do need an NZeTA. to No. Immigration New Zealand says Australian citizens need neither a visa nor an NZeTA. Australian permanent residents (non-citizens), however, do need an NZeTA. (immigration.govt.nz )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nicaragua— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (3 rows: SV,GT,HN) changed: from ~~CA-4 free movement (El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua) — travel on a national ID card or passport. The 90-day allowance is shared across all four countries.~~ to CA-4 free movement (El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua) — travel on a national ID card or passport. (mint.gob.ni )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nicaragua— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from Nicaragua does not recognize Kosovo, and Kosovo is on neither list in Disposición 002-2026, so Kosovan passports are not visa-exempt. Nicaragua now has only two visa categories: A (visa-exempt) and C (consulted visa approved in advance by immigration in Managua, applied for at tramitesconsulares.mint.gob.ni or solicitudes@mint.gob.ni). Expect to need the consulted visa and confirm with a Nicaraguan consulate before booking. Consider traveling on a second nationality if you hold one. to Kosovo is on neither list in Disposición 002-2026, so Kosovan passports are not visa-exempt. Nicaragua now has only two visa categories: A (visa-exempt) and C (consulted visa approved in advance by immigration in Managua, applied for at tramitesconsulares.mint.gob.ni or solicitudes@mint.gob.ni). (mint.gob.ni )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nicaragua— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from Macao is on neither list in Disposición 002-2026: the visa-exempt list (Category A) names Hong Kong but not Macao, so Macao passports have no exemption to rely on, and the Macao Identification Services Bureau's own list of visa-free destinations for MSAR passport holders (31 October 2025) does not include Nicaragua. Expect to need the consulted visa: apply and pay online at tramitesconsulares.mint.gob.ni and download it before you travel, or apply by email to solicitudes@mint.gob.ni. Confirm with a Nicaraguan consulate before booking. to Macao is on neither list in Disposición 002-2026: the visa-exempt list (Category A) names Hong Kong but not Macao, so Macao passports have no exemption to rely on, and the Macao Identification Services Bureau's own list of visa-free destinations for MSAR passport holders (31 October 2025) does not include Nicaragua. (mint.gob.ni )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nicaragua— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from South Sudan is on neither list in Disposición 002-2026, so South Sudanese passports are not visa-exempt. Nicaragua now has only two visa categories: A (visa-exempt) and C (consulted visa approved in advance by immigration in Managua, applied for at tramitesconsulares.mint.gob.ni or solicitudes@mint.gob.ni). Expect to need the consulted visa and confirm with a Nicaraguan consulate before booking. to South Sudan is on neither list in Disposición 002-2026, so South Sudanese passports are not visa-exempt. Nicaragua now has only two visa categories: A (visa-exempt) and C (consulted visa approved in advance by immigration in Managua, applied for at tramitesconsulares.mint.gob.ni or solicitudes@mint.gob.ni). (mint.gob.ni )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nicaragua— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from Nicaragua recognizes Beijing, not Taipei, and Taiwan is on neither list in Disposición 002-2026, so Taiwanese passports are not visa-exempt. Nicaragua now has only two visa categories: A (visa-exempt) and C (consulted visa approved in advance by immigration in Managua, applied for at tramitesconsulares.mint.gob.ni or solicitudes@mint.gob.ni). Expect to need the consulted visa and confirm with a Nicaraguan consulate before booking. to Taiwan is on neither list in Disposición 002-2026, so Taiwanese passports are not visa-exempt. Nicaragua now has only two visa categories: A (visa-exempt) and C (consulted visa approved in advance by immigration in Managua, applied for at tramitesconsulares.mint.gob.ni or solicitudes@mint.gob.ni). (mint.gob.ni )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nicaragua— visaTypes.tourist-card.fee.notes changed: from ~~Paid in cash on arrival at the airport or a land border. It is not a visa — every visa-exempt visitor buys one, and clean US dollar notes are expected.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says you must pay an arrival tax of 10 US dollars in cash. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nicaragua— entryRequirements.vaccinations.yellow-fever.text changed: from A yellow fever certificate is required if you are arriving from, or have recently transited, a country with risk of yellow fever transmission — which includes much of South America and sub-Saharan Africa. It is not required if you arrive directly from Europe, North America or Asia. to A yellow fever certificate is required if you are arriving from, or have recently transited, a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nicaragua— entryRequirements.travelInsurance.text changed: from ~~Travel insurance is not checked at the border, but medical care outside Managua is limited and evacuation is expensive — cover including repatriation is strongly advised.~~ to No official source we could read makes travel insurance a condition of entry. Canada's travel advice says good health care is limited, especially outside Managua, and advises insurance that covers medical evacuation and hospital stays. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Nicaragua— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~You may be refused entry if you do not have an onward or return ticket.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says you may be refused entry if you do not have an onward ticket. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)