Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026Slovakia— Currency limits ("no controls at internal borders" not on the cited page) changed: from ~~Cash of €10,000 or more must be declared when entering or leaving the EU. There are no controls at internal Schengen borders.~~ to Cash of €10,000 or more must be declared when entering or leaving the EU. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovakia— Vignette text (number-plate and "only official channel" claims not on the cited page) changed: from Slovakia charges for marked sections of its motorways and expressways with an electronic vignette tied to the number plate. Eznamka.sk is the only official sales channel online, alongside the operator's points of sale at fuel stations and border crossings. A 10-day or 30-day vignette bought in December stays valid into January. to Slovakia charges for marked sections of its motorways and expressways with an electronic vignette, sold at eznamka.sk. A 10-day or 30-day vignette bought in December stays valid into January. (eznamka.sk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovakia— Safety text (source pointed at the safety page) changed: from The UK Foreign Office says there is a risk of petty crime, especially in Bratislava, where pickpockets operate around the main tourist areas, the Christmas markets and bars. If hiking, it advises staying on marked trails and checking local warnings before setting out. to The UK Foreign Office says there is a risk of petty crime, especially in Bratislava, where pickpockets operate around the main tourist areas, the Christmas markets and bars. For hikers it advises staying on marked trails and checking local warnings before setting out, because bear sightings and occasional attacks have been reported. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovakia— Best time (reference to a month list the page does not print removed) changed: from No official source we checked gives seasonal guidance for Slovakia; the months shown are not an official recommendation. The UK government says Slovakia can experience extreme weather, including heatwaves, storms, flash flooding, winter snow and fast-changing mountain weather. to No official source we checked gives seasonal guidance for Slovakia. The UK government says Slovakia can experience extreme weather, including heatwaves, storms, flash flooding, winter snow and fast-changing mountain weather. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovakia— FAQ: currency (adoption year not on a page read) changed: from ~~The euro, which Slovakia adopted in 2009 (European Central Bank).~~ to The euro, according to Canada's travel advice. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovakia— Passport row notes changed: from EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa; register if staying over 3 months. | A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; fees are higher (€90) and processing is slower. | Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. Temporary protection arrangements for those fleeing the war are separate. | The EU suspended Vanuatu's visa waiver over its citizenship-by-investment scheme; a Schengen short-stay visa is required. to No visa needed: EU citizens have free-movement rights. | A Schengen short-stay visa is required; the application fee is EUR 90. | Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. | Vanuatu is listed in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, so a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— Passport validity changed: from Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area and have been issued within the previous 10 years. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card. to The UK Foreign Office says your passport must have been issued less than 10 years before the date you arrive and must expire at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen Area. The Slovenian government says EU citizens can enter with a valid identity card or a valid passport. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— Travel insurance changed: from Schengen visa applicants must show travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 of cover valid across the Schengen Area. Visa-waiver visitors are not checked, but cover is strongly recommended; EU citizens can use the EHIC. to Schengen visa applicants must show travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 of cover valid across the Schengen Area. (gov.si )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— Onward ticket changed: from ~~Border officers may ask non-EU visitors to show a return or onward ticket and prove they have enough money for the stay.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says border officers may ask you to show a return or onward ticket and prove that you have enough money for your stay. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— Proof of funds changed: from ~~Slovenia's reference amount, as notified to the European Commission, is €70 per person per day (€35 for minors travelling with their parents). Border officers may ask non-EU visitors to show it.~~ to Slovenia's reference amount, as notified to the European Commission, is €70 per person per day (€35 for minors travelling with their parents). (home-affairs.ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— Tip: ETIAS changed: from ~~Visa-waiver nationals will need an ETIAS travel authorization once the EU system becomes mandatory. Check the official EU website for the current status before traveling.~~ to The EU says visa-exempt travellers will need an ETIAS travel authorisation once the system starts. ETIAS is not yet in operation, and the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— FAQ: do I need a visa changed: from EU/EEA and Swiss citizens enter freely with a passport or ID card. Citizens of around 60 visa-waiver countries — including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan and most of the Americas — get 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area. Everyone else needs a Schengen visa from a Slovenian embassy or visa center. to EU citizens enter freely with a passport or ID card. Citizens of around 60 visa-waiver countries — including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan and most of the Americas — get 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen Area. Everyone else needs a Schengen visa from a Slovenian embassy or visa center. (gov.si )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— FAQ: ETIAS changed: from Once the EU's ETIAS system becomes mandatory, visa-waiver travelers will need the online authorization before their trip. It is expected to cost a small fee, be valid for three years, and cover the whole Schengen Area. Check the official EU site for the launch date. to ETIAS is not yet in operation. Once it starts, visa-exempt travellers will need the authorisation before their trip. The EU says applying costs EUR 20 (some travellers are exempt), and an authorisation is valid for up to three years or until the passport expires, for short stays in 30 European countries. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— FAQ: day trips changed: from Yes. Italy and Croatia are both in the Schengen Area, so you need no separate visa. Schengen countries may temporarily reintroduce internal border controls, so carry your passport, and remember that days anywhere in the Schengen Area count toward the same 90/180 allowance. to Yes. Italy and Croatia are both in the Schengen Area, so you need no separate visa. Schengen countries may temporarily reintroduce border controls, and the EU says you must then show a valid passport or ID card. Days anywhere in the Schengen Area count toward the same 90/180 allowance. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— Safety changed: from ~~Slovenia is among the safest countries in Europe, with very low crime. The main risks are outdoors — fast-changing Alpine weather in the Julian Alps and busy summer roads to the coast.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says all parts of Slovenia can experience sudden, extreme storms that can cause landslides and road closures, that bears are present in wooded areas throughout the country, including near cities, and that terrorist attacks in Slovenia cannot be ruled out. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— Passport notes (IS, LI, NO, CH) changed: from ~~EFTA citizens enjoy free movement equivalent to EU citizens.~~ to Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland are members of the Schengen area, according to the European Commission. No official source we could read states the entry conditions for their citizens in Slovenia. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— Passport notes (RU) changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; fees are higher (€90) and processing is slower.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— Passport notes (UA) changed: from ~~Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. Temporary protection arrangements for those fleeing the war are separate.~~ to Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Slovenia— Passport notes (VU) changed: from ~~The EU suspended Vanuatu's visa waiver over its citizenship-by-investment scheme; a Schengen short-stay visa is required.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required: Vanuatu is listed in Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, as amended. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Tourist permit fee notes changed: from The permit itself is free; USD 50 is the online lodgement fee charged on every e-visa application. The Immigration Division's page offers the permit to tourists without naming eligible nationalities; it is shown here for the nationalities that used to receive a permit on arrival, and the e-visa portal confirms eligibility when you apply. to The permit itself is free; USD 50 is the online lodgement fee charged on every e-visa application. The Immigration Division's page offers the permit to tourists without naming eligible nationalities; it is shown here for the nationalities that used to receive a permit on arrival. (immigration.gov.sb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Passport validity changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you arrive in Solomon Islands.~~ to Solomon Islands Immigration says you may not be allowed into Solomon Islands if your passport is valid for less than 6 months. The UK Foreign Office says a British visitor's passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank pages. (immigration.gov.sb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Yellow fever changed: from A yellow fever certificate is required from travelers aged 9 months and over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Travelers coming directly from Australia, New Zealand, Europe, North America or Asia do not need one. to A yellow fever certificate is required from travelers aged 9 months and over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Malaria changed: from Malaria is present in all areas of Solomon Islands, including Honiara. There is no vaccine: the US CDC recommends prescription antimalarial medicine for all travelers, so see a travel clinic before departure and use repellent and nets. to There is no vaccine against malaria. The US CDC recommends that travelers going to Solomon Islands take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. (wwwnc.cdc.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Travel insurance changed: from No official source makes insurance a condition of entry. The UK government advises insurance for local treatment and medical evacuation: healthcare is very basic, hospital facilities are limited, and Honiara's National Referral Hospital often runs short of supplies. Divers should check that their policy covers evacuation. to No official source makes insurance a condition of entry. The UK government advises insurance for local treatment and medical evacuation: it says healthcare is very basic, hospital facilities are limited, and Honiara's National Referral Hospital frequently runs out of blood supplies. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Onward ticket changed: from ~~A confirmed return or onward ticket must be uploaded with the online visa or permit application, and airlines routinely check it before boarding.~~ to A return or onward ticket must be submitted with the online visa or permit application. (immigration.gov.sb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Proof of funds changed: from Visitors must satisfy the officer that they can support themselves for the stay. No fixed figure is published. Carry evidence of accommodation and funds, such as a booking confirmation and a recent bank statement. to Visa and permit applicants must have sufficient funds to support themselves and give evidence of them; no fixed figure is published. Tourist Visa applicants staying at a hotel submit a confirmation of the booking. (immigration.gov.sb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Tip: cash changed: from The UK FCDO says ATMs are only in Honiara, Gizo, Munda and Auki and only major hotels and restaurants in Honiara accept international credit cards. Carry enough Solomon Islands dollars before heading to the provinces. to The UK FCDO says ATMs are only in Honiara, Gizo, Munda and Auki, that only major hotels and restaurants in Honiara accept international credit cards, and that you should have several ways to access money. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— FAQ: what to show changed: from Your e-visa grant letter, a passport valid at least 6 months, a confirmed onward or return ticket, proof of where you are staying and enough money for your visit. Officers may also ask about your itinerary if you are traveling to the provinces. to Your e-visa grant letter, a passport valid at least 6 months, a return or onward ticket, a hotel booking confirmation if you stay at a hotel, and sufficient funds to support yourself. (immigration.gov.sb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Payments changed: from The UK FCDO says only major hotels and restaurants in Honiara accept international credit cards, ATMs are only in Honiara, Gizo, Munda and Auki, and banking is difficult in rural areas. Australia's Smartraveller says card facilities are rarely available outside Honiara. to The UK FCDO says only major hotels and restaurants in Honiara accept international credit cards, ATMs are only in Honiara, Gizo, Munda and Auki, and banking is difficult in rural areas. Australia's Smartraveller says cash is the primary currency outside Honiara. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Safety changed: from Robberies involving violence, bag snatching and pickpocketing happen in Honiara, particularly around the central market and beaches, and foreign nationals are often targeted in the settlements around White River, Lungga Bridge, Burns Creek and the airport area. Demonstrations during parliamentary sittings and elections can turn violent quickly, and police resources are limited. Stay alert after dark and avoid political gatherings. to The UK Foreign Office says robberies involving violence, handbag snatching and pickpocketing happen, particularly around the central market and local beaches, and that foreign nationals are often targeted in the settlements around Honiara, White River, Lungga Bridge, Burns Creek and the airport area. It says demonstrations during sittings of Parliament and elections can turn violent quickly and that police have limited resources, and advises staying alert at night and avoiding political gatherings. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Passport notes (AD, AG, AR, AU, BS, BB, BZ, BR, BN, CA, DM, DO, FJ, GD, IS, IL, JP, KI, KW, LI, MY, MV, MH, FM, MC, NR, NZ, NO, PW, PG, KN, LC, VC, WS, SM, SG, KR, CH, TH, TO, TT, TV, GB, US, VU) changed: from Visitors no longer get a permit on arrival. Apply online before travel for the free 30-day Tourist Permit (the Immigration Division does not publish which nationalities may use it; the portal confirms when you apply; USD 50 lodgement fee, single entry, not extendable) or, for a longer stay, the 3-month multiple-entry Tourist Visa, and show the grant letter on arrival. to Visitors no longer get a permit on arrival. Apply online before travel for the free 30-day Tourist Permit (the Immigration Division does not publish which nationalities may use it; USD 50 lodgement fee, single entry) or, for a longer stay, the 3-month multiple-entry Tourist Visa, and show the grant letter on arrival. (immigration.gov.sb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Passport notes (IN) changed: from A visitor visa is required: apply online through the Solomon Islands e-visa portal before travel (USD 50 visa fee plus USD 50 lodgement fee) and show the grant letter on arrival. The Immigration Division contradicts itself: its India mutual-exemption page lists ordinary passports, but its newer visa-category list and the agreement it describes cover official and diplomatic passports only. The newer list is followed here; ask the Division before relying on the exemption. to A visitor visa is required: apply online through the Solomon Islands e-visa portal before travel (USD 50 visa fee plus USD 50 lodgement fee) and show the grant letter on arrival. The Immigration Division contradicts itself: its India mutual-exemption page lists ordinary passports, but its newer visa-category list and the agreement it describes cover official and diplomatic passports only. The newer list is followed here. (immigration.gov.sb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Solomon Islands— Passport notes (ID) changed: from A visitor visa is required: apply online through the Solomon Islands e-visa portal before travel (USD 50 visa fee plus USD 50 lodgement fee) and show the grant letter on arrival. The Immigration Division contradicts itself: its Indonesia mutual-exemption page lists ordinary passports, but its newer visa-category list and the agreement it describes cover official and diplomatic passports only. The newer list is followed here; ask the Division before relying on the exemption. to A visitor visa is required: apply online through the Solomon Islands e-visa portal before travel (USD 50 visa fee plus USD 50 lodgement fee) and show the grant letter on arrival. The Immigration Division contradicts itself: its Indonesia mutual-exemption page lists ordinary passports, but its newer visa-category list and the agreement it describes cover official and diplomatic passports only. The newer list is followed here. (immigration.gov.sb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— eVisa fee notes changed: from ~~The eVisa has been rolled out gradually to selected nationalities, so confirm on the Home Affairs website that it is open to yours.~~ to Home Affairs lists the eVisa as a port of entry visa (Immigration Act s.10) with a turnaround time of 10 working days. Its tariff list (Government Gazette 55209, 17 August 2026) charges R425 for a port of entry visa, the same as a visitor's visa. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport validity changed: from ~~— though at least 6 months' validity is recommended, since airlines and neighboring countries often apply stricter standards.~~ to Your passport must be valid for at least 30 days after your intended departure from South Africa and have at least one unused page for entry and departure endorsements, according to Home Affairs. The UK government says British passports need at least 2 blank pages. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Yellow fever changed: from ~~…so check your routing if it connects through an African hub such as Nairobi or Addis Ababa.~~ to A yellow fever vaccination certificate (ICVP) is required if your journey starts in, or passes through, the yellow fever belt of Africa or South America. Only direct transit through such an area is exempt. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Travel insurance changed: from ~~…medical coverage is strongly recommended — South Africa's excellent private hospitals require payment guarantees, and public hospitals are under strain.~~ to No official source we could read states a travel insurance requirement for South Africa. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Onward ticket changed: from ~~airlines check this at check-in and immigration officers may ask again on arrival.~~ to Home Affairs lists a return or onward ticket among the requirements for visitors. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Proof of funds changed: from ~~there is no published fixed amount, but immigration officers can ask for bank statements or cash and cards as evidence.~~ to Home Affairs says visitors must have sufficient funds to pay for their day-to-day expenses during their stay; it states no amount. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Currency rules changed: from ~~customs can seize the excess. … The rand-note limit does not apply to travel within the Common Monetary Area.~~ to Carrying more than R100,000 in South African banknotes, or foreign currency worth more than R100,000, into or out of South Africa needs written permission from the South African Reserve Bank. Declaring the cash you carry is voluntary, on the online traveller declaration or the paper form TD-01. (sars.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Customs note: children changed: from ~~Children under 18 should travel with an unabridged (full) birth certificate; the rules … relaxed in 2019 but officials still recommend carrying one…~~ to Home Affairs' advisory on children (revised November 2019) says unaccompanied minors of any nationality, and South African children, must on request produce documents at a port of entry, including a copy of the birth certificate and parental consent letters, and that foreign children applying for a South African visa must submit these documents with the application. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Safety changed: from ~~…but millions of tourists visit safely each year … use Uber/Bolt … stick to well-traveled areas. Ask locals which neighbourhoods to avoid.~~ to The UK FCDO says there is a high crime rate in South Africa, including carjacking and 'smash and grab' attacks on vehicles at junctions, and that violent crime can take place anywhere, with the threat higher after dark. It advises keeping car doors locked and windows closed, especially at junctions, and booking taxis through internationally recognised e-hailing apps. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Source changed: from ~~https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-africa~~ to https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-africa/safety-and-security (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Driving changed: from ~~…have not been checked for South Africa yet.~~ to South Africa 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, 2026South Africa— Tip: blank pages changed: from ~~Check your passport before booking.~~ to The Department of Home Affairs requires at least one blank page in your passport for entry and departure endorsements; UK travel advice asks for two. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Tip: children changed: from ~~Carry each child's unabridged (full) birth certificate … officials still ask in edge cases.~~ to Home Affairs says unaccompanied minors of any nationality must on request produce documents at the port of entry, including a copy of the birth certificate and parental consent letters, and foreign children applying for a visa must submit them with the application. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Tip: driving changed: from ~~Keep doors locked and valuables out of sight.~~ to If you drive, the Government of Canada says traffic drives on the left, advises driving defensively and avoiding travel after dark, and recommends a rental company with a 24-hour emergency service. It also advises keeping windows closed and doors locked at all times. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— FAQ: blank pages changed: from ~~If you are short on pages, renew your passport before the trip.~~ to At least one blank page for entry and departure endorsements, according to the Department of Home Affairs; UK travel advice says two. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— FAQ: children's documents changed: from ~~Foreign visa-exempt minors no longer must present a birth certificate since the 2019 relaxation, but Home Affairs still recommends carrying … Check the … guidance before flying with kids.~~ to Home Affairs' advisory (revised November 2019) says the listed documents, including a copy of the birth certificate and parental consent letters, must be produced on request at a port of entry by South African children and by unaccompanied minors of any nationality, and that foreign children applying for a South African visa must submit them with the application. The UK FCDO says there are special requirements for children aged 17 and under. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— FAQ: China and India changed: from ~~outcomes typically arrive within 24 hours … The ETA is not yet compulsory: you can still apply through a South African mission or its visa contractor, or through the eVisa where it is available.~~ to Yes. Neither is on Home Affairs' visa exemption list for ordinary passports. Home Affairs piloted the Electronic Travel Authorisation (eta.dha.gov.za) during South Africa's G20 Presidency for travellers from China, India, Indonesia and Mexico and launched it officially on 12 August 2026: approved travellers receive it within 24 hours, and it is initially available for arrivals at OR Tambo, Cape Town, King Shaka and Lanseria airports. Home Affairs says it will progressively become compulsory for short visits from countries that need port-of-entry visas. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— FAQ: Is it safe? changed: from ~~Crime is a real risk. … Get local advice on areas to avoid and check your government’s current advice.~~ to The UK FCDO says there is a high crime rate in South Africa and reports violent attacks on hikers in Table Mountain National Park, widespread card skimming, and violence linked to tensions between e-hailing and metered taxi drivers. The Government of Canada says travel on foot is inadvisable in most areas and advises avoiding travel after dark. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport notes (PL) changed: from ~~Confirm the current allowance with a South African mission before planning a longer trip.~~ to Polish ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt for visits of up to 30 days, under Home Affairs' visa exemption list. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport notes (AG,BS,BB,BZ,BJ,CV…) changed: from ~~Confirm the current allowance with a South African mission before planning a longer trip.~~ to Visa-exempt on an ordinary passport for visits of up to 30 days, under Home Affairs' visa exemption list. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport notes (AO) changed: from ~~On South Africa's 30-day (not 90-day) visa-exemption list.~~ to Visa-exempt on an ordinary passport for up to 90 days per year, under Home Affairs' visa exemption list. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Max stay for AO passport changed: from 30 to 90 (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport notes (RU,BR) changed: from ~~under the bilateral agreement~~ to Visa-exempt for visits of up to 90 days, under Home Affairs' visa exemption list. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport notes (GH,KE,MG) changed: from ~~per calendar year~~ to Visa-exempt on an ordinary passport for up to 90 days per year, under Home Affairs' visa exemption list. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport notes (NA,SC,TZ,ZM) changed: from ~~per calendar year in total~~ to Visa-exempt for up to 90 days per year. Your passport needs at least one blank page for entry and departure stamps (Department of Home Affairs; UK travel advice says two). (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport notes (PK) changed: from ~~processing can take several weeks~~ to Pakistani citizens need a visitor's visa from a South African mission before travel. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport notes (NG) changed: from ~~Nigeria is among the countries covered by South Africa's eVisa rollout. Check the Department of Home Affairs…~~ to Nigerian citizens need a visa. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport notes (CM,EG,ET,UG) changed: from ~~This nationality is among the countries covered by South Africa's eVisa rollout. Check the Department of Home Affairs…~~ to A visa is required. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport notes (CN,IN,ID,MX) changed: from ~~outcomes typically arrive within 24 hours … the mission route remains open … eVisa scheme covering China … India is also among the countries covered by the eVisa rollout~~ to ETA text restated from the Minister's launch address (pilot, 24 hours if approved, four airports, will progressively become compulsory). (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Africa— Passport notes (MX) changed: from ~~Mexico does not appear on South Africa's published visa-exemption lists~~ to Home Affairs' visa exemption list does not cover ordinary Mexican passports, so a visa is required. (dha.gov.za )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Sudan— Notes for EAC passports changed: from South Sudan belongs to the East African Community, but free movement is not yet implemented — EAC citizens still need a visa, though fees are waived or reduced for some nationalities under bilateral arrangements; confirm on evisa.gov.ss before travel. to A visa is required: apply online at evisa.gov.ss before travel or through a South Sudanese embassy. (evisa.gov.ss )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Sudan— Notes for EG passport changed: from The portal’s former fee table marked Egyptian citizens "exempted", but South Sudan’s Ministry of Interior said in July 2026 that no visa-free entry for Egyptians has been adopted, and the table has since been taken off the portal — plan on needing a visa. to Apply online at evisa.gov.ss before travel or through a South Sudanese embassy. No official fee is currently published. (evisa.gov.ss )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Sudan— Notes for ZA passport changed: from The portal’s former fee table listed South Africa only as "for less than 30 days stay" with no fee, and that table has since been taken off the portal; no official fee for South African citizens is published. to Apply online at evisa.gov.ss before travel or through a South Sudanese embassy. No official fee is currently published. (evisa.gov.ss )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Sudan— Malaria changed: from ~~Malaria transmission is intense year-round throughout South Sudan. Antimalarial tablets, repellent and bed nets are strongly recommended — talk to a travel clinic before your trip.~~ to Not an entry requirement. WHO's country list says malaria risk, predominantly P. falciparum, exists throughout the year in the entire country. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Sudan— FAQ: Is there a visa on arrival in South Sudan? changed: from ~~Not reliably — airlines generally require an eVisa approval or embassy visa before boarding flights to Juba. Apply online in advance rather than counting on arrangements at the airport.~~ to No official source we could read describes a visa on arrival. The eVisa portal says you apply and pay online, download the e-visa and present it to the visa officer at the port of entry, and the UK Foreign Office says you can apply online or through a South Sudanese embassy. (evisa.gov.ss )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026South Sudan— FAQ: Can I use the South Sudan eVisa at land borders? changed: from The eVisa is designed around arrival at Juba International Airport. Land-border handling is inconsistent — if you must cross overland, get a visa from an embassy beforehand and confirm the crossing is open and considered passable. to No official source we could read states whether the eVisa can be used at land borders. The eVisa portal tells travellers to present the e-visa to the visa officer at the port of entry. (evisa.gov.ss )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— Summary changed: from ~~around 60 visa-exempt nationalities…~~ to Spain 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, 2026Spain— 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, 2026Spain— 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; Spain's Order AUC/891/2024 says the €90 fee has applied since 11 June 2024. (boe.es )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— National D visa fee notes changed: from ~~For stays over 90 days: residence, family reunification … Fee varies by nationality due to reciprocity.~~ to National long-stay (type D) visa. Order AUC/891/2024 sets the fee at €90 and says fees are adjusted to any amount set under the principle of reciprocity. (boe.es )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— Student visa fee notes changed: from ~~Required for courses longer than 90 days; needs proof of enrollment, funds and health insurance.~~ to A national type D visa; Order AUC/891/2024 sets the type D fee at €90. No official source we could read states the conditions for a student visa. (boe.es )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— Digital nomad visa fee notes changed: from ~~For remote workers employed by non-Spanish companies; income requirement of roughly 200% of the Spanish minimum wage.~~ to A national type D visa; Order AUC/891/2024 sets the type D fee at €90. No official source we could read states the income requirement. (boe.es )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— Work visa fee notes changed: from ~~Requires a work authorization obtained by the employer in Spain before the visa application.~~ to A national type D visa; Order AUC/891/2024 sets the type D fee at €90. No official source we could read states the conditions for a work visa. (boe.es )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— 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, 2026Spain— Onward ticket changed: from ~~Border officers may ask … for proof of return or onward travel and accommodation details.~~ to Spain's Interior Ministry lists, among the documents a visitor may be asked for, a return or tour ticket in all cases and proof of accommodation, such as a hotel booking or a letter of invitation from a private host. (interior.gob.es )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— 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, 2026Spain— 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, 2026Spain— 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, 2026Spain— Safety changed: from ~~(unattributed FCDO advice)~~ to The UK Foreign Office says to be alert to street crime: thieves use distraction techniques and often work in teams, so take care of passports, money and belongings, particularly when checking in or collecting luggage at the airport and while arranging car hire. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— Source changed: from ~~https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/spain~~ to https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/spain/safety-and-security (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— Driving changed: from ~~…and have not been checked for Spain yet.~~ to Spain 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 license, or for how long a foreign license may be used. (treaties.un.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— Tip: ETIAS changed: from ~~Apply for ETIAS only at the official … site once it becomes mandatory — unofficial sites charge inflated fees.~~ to ETIAS is not in operation yet, and no applications are being collected. The EU's official ETIAS website is travel-europe.europa.eu. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— FAQ: ETIAS changed: from ~~…required before boarding. Check the official EU website for the current status.~~ to ETIAS for visa-exempt travelers is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Once it starts, the online authorization costs €20 (under-18s and over-70s are exempt from the fee) and is valid for three years or until your passport expires. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— FAQ: Is travel insurance mandatory? changed: from ~~Visa-exempt visitors are not required to present insurance, though it is strongly recommended.~~ to It is mandatory for Schengen visa applicants: medical coverage of at least €30,000 valid throughout the Schengen Area. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— FAQ: How long without a visa? changed: from ~~EU and EFTA citizens can stay indefinitely but must register locally after 3 months.~~ to Visa-exempt non-EU visitors can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area — time in Spain and other Schengen countries shares the same allowance. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— Passport notes (IE,DE,FR,IT,PT,NL…) 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, 2026Spain— 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, 2026Spain— 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, 2026Spain— 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 Spanish consulate or visa center serving your place of residence. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— Passport notes (IN) changed: from ~~(BLS International)~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Spanish consulate or visa center serving your place of residence. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Spain— 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, 2026Sri Lanka— Summary changed: from ~~Apply only at the official eta.gov.lk.~~ to Sri Lanka requires almost all visitors to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before arrival — USD 50 for a 30-day double-entry tourist visit (USD 20 for South Asian nationals) — while a free tourist-ETA list of 40 countries, including India, China and Russia, has made the ETA free for many travelers. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Tourist ETA fee notes changed: from ~~The covered list has been extended several times, so check eta.gov.lk before paying anyone.~~ to Standard fee for non-SAARC nationals; SAARC nationals pay USD 20. Free for the 40 nationalities on Sri Lanka's free tourist-ETA list (from 25 May 2026), for Singapore and Seychelles (30 days) and the Maldives (90 days) under reciprocal agreements, and for children under 12. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Business ETA fee notes changed: from ~~For meetings, conferences and short business visits; no local employment permitted.~~ to Business visa with multiple entry for 30 days; SAARC nationals pay USD 30. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Transit ETA fee notes changed: from ~~Free of charge for transits of up to 48 hours when leaving the airport; airside transit needs no ETA.~~ to Free of charge: a single-entry transit visa for 2 days, for all nationalities. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Tourist extension fee notes changed: from ~~Apply online or at the Department's head office in Battaramulla before your current visa expires; the extension is single entry and ends when you leave.~~ to USD 60 is the fee for extending to day 90 for most nationalities. The Department of Immigration and Emigration's extension fee chart runs in three bands counted from arrival — days 31–90, 91–180 and 181–270 — at USD 60, 150 and 200 for most nationalities; USD 100, 150 and 200 for the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Japan, Switzerland, Norway and most EU states; and free, then USD 150 and 200, for Singapore, the Maldives, Seychelles and the Czech Republic. The United States has its own rates (USD 100 and USD 200). Apply online at eservices.immigration.gov.lk after arriving in Sri Lanka. (immigration.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Travel insurance changed: from ~~No official source makes travel insurance a condition of entry.~~ to No official source we could read makes travel insurance a condition of entry. The UK government advises insurance for local treatment and medical evacuation: emergency treatment outside the main cities is not readily available, private hospitals can be expensive, and repatriation options in an emergency are limited. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)