Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Onward ticket changed: from ~~ETA conditions require a confirmed onward or return ticket, and airlines and immigration officers may ask to see it.~~ to ETA holders must produce a confirmed return ticket at the port of entry. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Proof of funds changed: from ~~ETA conditions require proof of sufficient funds for the stay; no fixed amount is published, but officers may ask on arrival.~~ to ETA holders must produce sufficient funds to meet their expenses during the stay at the port of entry. No official source we could read sets an amount. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Safety changed: from Sri Lanka is generally safe for visitors. Watch for petty scams around tourist sites and tuk-tuk overcharging, take care in the ocean (strong currents), and keep an eye on local news — economic-crisis-era protests have flared occasionally. to The UK Foreign Office says violent crimes against foreigners are rare but low-level opportunistic crime has increased, and that protests can happen anywhere on the island at short notice and can become violent. The Government of Canada advises a high degree of caution because of demonstrations, the threat of terrorist attacks and crime. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— FAQ: Do US citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka? changed: from ~~it allows 30 days with double entry and is usually approved within 24–48 hours.~~ to Yes — an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) obtained before travel at eta.gov.lk. Since 25 May 2026 US citizens are among the 40 nationalities that get the tourist ETA free of charge; it allows 30 days with double entry. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— FAQ: Which nationalities get Sri Lanka's ETA free of charge? changed: from ~~The list has changed several times, and an ETA application is still required, so check eta.gov.lk for the current position.~~ to Since 25 May 2026 the tourist ETA has been free for nationals of 40 countries, including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, much of Western Europe, the Gulf states, India, China, Russia and Japan, and for Maldives, Seychelles and Singapore under reciprocal agreements. An ETA application is still required. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— FAQ: Can I extend my 30-day stay in Sri Lanka? changed: from ~~extends tourist visas online or at its head office in Battaramulla, in bands~~ to Yes. The Department of Immigration and Emigration extends tourist visas online after you arrive, in bands counted from your arrival date: to day 90, to day 180 and to day 270. Fees depend on nationality — USD 60 to reach day 90 for most passports, USD 100 for the UK, US, Canada, Australia and most of Western Europe. Apply before your current visa expires. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— FAQ: Can I extend my 30-day stay in Sri Lanka? changed: from ~~Apply before your current visa expires.~~ to Yes. The Department of Immigration and Emigration extends tourist visas online after you arrive, in bands counted from your arrival date: to day 90, to day 180 and to day 270. Fees depend on nationality — USD 60 to reach day 90 for most passports, USD 100 for the UK, US, Canada, Australia and most of Western Europe. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— FAQ: How long does the Sri Lanka ETA take? changed: from ~~Most applications are approved within 24–48 hours, and many within hours. Apply at least a few days before departure in case of extra checks, and carry a printout or PDF of the approval notice.~~ to No official source we could read states how long an online ETA application takes. Sri Lanka's overseas missions issue an ETA or short-stay visa within 3 business days, and the ETA portal advises keeping a copy of the ETA approval to produce at the port of entry. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— FAQ: What documents does Sri Lanka require on arrival? changed: from ~~Immigration does not always ask for the last two, but airlines can check the ticket at check-in.~~ to A passport valid for 6 months, the ETA approval, a confirmed onward or return ticket, and proof of sufficient funds for your stay. Canada's travel advice adds that you must also fill out an online arrival card, which you can complete 3 days before arriving. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Notes for passports paying the standard ETA fee changed: from ~~Sri Lanka has been extending its free tourist-ETA list to more nationalities, so check the portal for the current fee.~~ to ETA required before travel via eta.gov.lk: USD 50 for a 30-day double-entry tourist ETA. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Notes for NG passport changed: from ~~Applications from some countries can face extra checks. Apply well ahead of travel.~~ to ETA required before travel via eta.gov.lk: USD 50 for a 30-day double-entry tourist ETA. (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Tip: apply only at eta.gov.lk changed: from ~~Apply only at the official eta.gov.lk.~~ to (removed) (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sri Lanka— Tip: free-visa scheme changes changed: from Sri Lanka's free-visa scheme has changed repeatedly since 2024, in both the covered nationalities and its end date. Check the official portal shortly before travel rather than relying on old news articles. to (removed) (eta.gov.lk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— Summary changed: from Sudan requires an embassy visa obtained in advance for nearly every nationality, but the civil war that began in April 2023 has effectively closed the country to tourism. Many Sudanese missions abroad have suspended or scaled back visa services, and Western governments advise against all travel. to Sudan requires a visa obtained in advance from a Sudanese embassy for nearly every nationality. Sudan has been in armed conflict since April 2023: the UK advises against all travel to almost all of the country and Canada says to avoid all travel. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— Tourist visa fee notes changed: from Fee published by the Sudanese Embassy in Berlin, paid only once the application is approved and not refunded. A registered tour agency or sponsor in Sudan must first obtain an entry-permit number from the Ministry of the Interior. The embassy in Washington does not issue tourist visas; other missions may charge differently or have suspended services. to Fee published by the Sudanese Embassy in Berlin, paid only once the application is approved and not refunded. A registered tour agency or sponsor in Sudan must first obtain an entry-permit number from the Ministry of the Interior. The embassy in Washington says it issues entry visas for business or official travel. (sudanembassy.de )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— Business visa fee notes changed: from The processing fee at the Embassy of Sudan in Washington, which also asks for a letter from the sponsoring organisation and, from non-US passport holders, a US residence permit. Other missions may charge differently. to The processing fee at the Embassy of Sudan in Washington, which also asks for a letter from the sponsoring organisation and, from non-US passport holders, a US residence permit. (sudanembassy.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— Passport validity changed: from ~~Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Sudan.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says your passport must expire at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Sudan. Sudan's embassy in Berlin asks visa applicants for a passport valid for at least 6 months, with 3 empty pages. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— Yellow fever changed: from Sudan's embassy says yellow fever vaccination is not required but recommended, and WHO's list of countries requiring proof of vaccination does not include Sudan, although parts of the country carry a risk of yellow fever transmission. Carry the certificate if you have one, particularly if you are arriving from or travelling on to a country that asks for it. to Sudan's embassy says yellow fever vaccination is not required but recommended, and WHO's list of countries requiring proof of vaccination does not include Sudan, although parts of the country carry a risk of yellow fever transmission. (sudanembassy.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— Tip: do not travel changed: from Sudan is in armed conflict and governments advise against all travel. Canada's travel advice says drone attacks occur frequently nationwide and that the airports at Port Sudan and Khartoum may close without notice. to Sudan is in armed conflict. The UK advises against all travel to almost all of Sudan and Canada says to avoid all travel. Canada's travel advice says drone attacks occur frequently nationwide and that the airports at Port Sudan and Khartoum may close without notice. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— Tip changed: from ~~Many Sudanese embassies and consulates have suspended or scaled back visa services since the war began. Check whether the mission serving your country is actually operating before planning anything.~~ to (tip removed) (sudanembassy.de )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— FAQ: do I need a visa changed: from Yes — nearly every nationality needs a visa obtained in advance from a Sudanese embassy. The embassy in Washington issues entry visas only for business or official travel, backed by a letter from a sponsoring organisation, and many Sudanese missions abroad are not processing applications because of the civil war. to Yes — nearly every nationality needs a visa obtained in advance from a Sudanese embassy. The embassy in Washington issues entry visas only for business or official travel, backed by a letter from a sponsoring organisation. (sudanembassy.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— FAQ: open to tourists changed: from ~~Effectively no. Canada's travel advice says heavy fighting has continued across the country since April 2023 and drone attacks occur frequently, and Western governments advise against all travel.~~ to Canada's travel advice says heavy fighting has continued across the country since April 2023 and drone attacks occur frequently. The UK advises against all travel to almost all of Sudan and Canada says to avoid all travel. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— FAQ: eVisa or visa on arrival changed: from ~~No reliable one. Visas are issued in advance by Sudanese embassies; any on-arrival arrangements that existed before the war cannot be counted on. Confirm directly with a functioning Sudanese mission.~~ to No official source we could read describes an eVisa or a visa on arrival for Sudan. The UK Foreign Office says you must have a visa to enter Sudan and can apply through the Sudanese embassy in the UK or in the country you are travelling from. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— FAQ: Israeli citizens changed: from ~~No — Israeli passport holders are not admitted to Sudan. The UK and Canada add that you will be refused entry if your passport contains an Israeli visa or entry or exit stamp.~~ to The UK and Canada say you will be refused entry if your passport contains an Israeli visa or entry or exit stamp. No official source we could read states the rule for Israeli passport holders. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— FAQ: which embassy changed: from Normally the mission accredited to your country of residence, but since the war many have suspended services, so you may need to contact several to find one that is operating. Requirements and fees vary considerably between missions. to The UK Foreign Office says you can apply through the Sudanese embassy in the UK or in the country you are travelling from. Requirements and fees differ between missions: the embassy in Berlin charges EUR 80 for a tourist visa, and the embassy in Washington charges USD 154 to process an entry visa. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— Best time to visit changed: from ~~Canada's travel advice says the rainy season runs from July to September, when flooding regularly makes roads impassable, and that sandstorms occur particularly from July to October.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the rainy season runs from July to September, when driving conditions may be hazardous, and that sandstorms occur particularly from July to October. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— Passport notes (AF, AL, DZ, AD, AO, AG, AR, AM, AU, AT, AZ, BS, BH, BD, BB, BY, BE, BZ, BJ, BT, BO, BA, BW, BR, BN, BG, BF, BI, CV, KH, CM, CA, CF, TD, CL, CN, CO, KM, CR, CI, HR, CU, CY, CZ, CD, DK, DJ, DM, DO, EC, SV, GQ, ER, EE, SZ, ET, FJ, FI, FR, GA, GM, GE, DE, GH, GR, GD, GT, GN, GW, GY, HT, HN, HK, HU, IS, IN, ID, IR, IQ, IE, IT, JM, JP, JO, KZ, KE, KI, XK, KW, KG, LA, LV, LB, LS, LR, LY, LI, LT, LU, MO, MG, MW, MY, MV, ML, MT, MH, MR, MU, MX, FM, MD, MC, MN, ME, MA, MZ, MM, NA, NR, NP, NL, NZ, NI, NE, NG, KP, MK, NO, OM, PK, PW, PS, PA, PG, PY, PE, PH, PL, PT, QA, CG, RO, RU, RW, KN, LC, VC, WS, SM, ST, SA, SN, RS, SC, SL, SG, SK, SI, SB, SO, ZA, KR, SS, ES, LK, SR, SE, CH, SY, TW, TJ, TZ, TH, TL, TG, TO, TT, TN, TR, TM, TV, UG, UA, AE, GB, US, UY, UZ, VU, VA, VE, VN, YE, ZM, ZW) changed: from A visa must be obtained in advance from a Sudanese embassy. The embassy in Washington issues entry visas only for business or official travel, backed by a letter from a sponsoring organisation, and many Sudanese missions abroad have scaled back visa services since the civil war began. The embassy in Berlin issues tourist visas once a registered tour agency or sponsor in Sudan has obtained an entry-permit number from the Ministry of the Interior. to A visa must be obtained in advance from a Sudanese embassy. The embassy in Washington issues entry visas only for business or official travel, backed by a letter from a sponsoring organisation. The embassy in Berlin issues tourist visas once a registered tour agency or sponsor in Sudan has obtained an entry-permit number from the Ministry of the Interior. (sudanembassy.de )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sudan— Passport notes (IL) changed: from ~~Israeli passport holders are not admitted to Sudan. The UK and Canada add that any passport containing an Israeli visa or entry or exit stamp is refused entry.~~ to No official source we could read states the rule for Israeli passport holders. The UK and Canada say any passport containing an Israeli visa or entry or exit stamp is refused entry. (sudanembassy.de )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— visaPolicy.byPassport.AF.notes changed: from Visa required since 1 May 2023 — the Entry Fee is not open to this nationality. Apply online for a tourist eVisa (USD 60 for three months, multiple entry, plus an 18 service fee). These applications are closely checked and can take longer than 72 hours, so apply well ahead. to Visa required since 1 May 2023 — the Entry Fee is not open to this nationality. Apply online for a tourist eVisa (USD 60 for three months, multiple entry, plus an 18 service fee). The eVisa service says these applications are subject to meticulous scrutiny, may take longer than 72 hours, and should be submitted well in advance. (suriname.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— visaPolicy.byPassport.CU.notes changed: from Visa required since 1 May 2023 — the Entry Fee is not open to this nationality. Apply online for a tourist eVisa (USD 60 for three months, multiple entry, plus an 18 service fee). These applications are closely checked and can take longer than 72 hours, so apply well ahead. A single-entry e-Tourist Card (USD 40 plus an 18 service fee) is also offered to this nationality. to Visa required since 1 May 2023 — the Entry Fee is not open to this nationality. Apply online for a tourist eVisa (USD 60 for three months, multiple entry, plus an 18 service fee). The eVisa service says these applications are subject to meticulous scrutiny, may take longer than 72 hours, and should be submitted well in advance. A single-entry e-Tourist Card (USD 40 plus an 18 service fee) is also offered to this nationality. (suriname.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— visaPolicy.byPassport.VE.notes changed: from Visa required since 1 May 2023 — the Entry Fee is not open to this nationality. Apply online for a tourist eVisa (USD 60 for three months, multiple entry, plus an 18 service fee). These applications are closely checked and can take longer than 72 hours, so apply well ahead. A single-entry e-Tourist Card (USD 40 plus an 18 service fee) is also offered to this nationality. Venezuelan nationals ma... to Visa required since 1 May 2023 — the Entry Fee is not open to this nationality. Apply online for a tourist eVisa (USD 60 for three months, multiple entry, plus an 18 service fee). The eVisa service says these applications are subject to meticulous scrutiny, may take longer than 72 hours, and should be submitted well in advance. A single-entry e-Tourist Card (USD 40 plus an 18 service fee) is also offered to this nationality. (suriname.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— visaPolicy.byPassport.HT.notes changed: from Suriname's eVisa service states that the Government of Suriname will not issue visas to Haitian citizens and that direct flights from Haiti to Suriname are not allowed. The same service's CARICOM list still shows Haiti as visa-exempt with other member states; we publish the stricter statement, since a traveller relying on the list could be refused. Confirm with a Surinamese mission before plann... to Suriname's eVisa service states that the Government of Suriname will not issue visas to Haitian citizens and that direct flights from Haiti to Suriname are not allowed. The same service's CARICOM list still shows Haiti as visa-exempt with other member states. (suriname.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— visaPolicy.byPassport.MY.notes changed: from No visa needed for tourism or family visits, but the Entry Fee must be paid online before travel — USD or EUR 50 for one entry, or 75 for up to five entries within three months, plus an 8 service fee. The eVisa service's country list gives Malaysia a 'visa waiver for 30 days stay touristical purposes' while its Short Stay column shows 90 days; plan on 30 days for a tourist visit. Business trips... to No visa needed for tourism or family visits, but the Entry Fee must be paid online before travel — USD or EUR 50 for one entry, or 75 for up to five entries within three months, plus an 8 service fee. The eVisa service's country list gives Malaysia a 'visa waiver for 30 days stay touristical purposes' while its Short Stay column shows 90 days. Business trips need a business eVisa. (suriname.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— entryRequirements.passportValidity.text changed: from Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you leave Suriname, and have at least one blank page for the immigration stamp. If it has less than 6 months left, renew it before applying for an eVisa. to Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you leave Suriname, and have at least one blank page for the Immigration Officer. If it has less than 6 months' validity, the eVisa service says you have to renew it before you can apply for an eVisa. (suriname.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— entryRequirements.vaccinations.malaria.text changed: from Not an entry requirement. Paramaribo and the coastal strip are essentially malaria-free, but the interior and the gold-mining districts are not. Take advice from a travel clinic if you are going upriver. to Not an entry requirement. WHO says Paramaribo and the other seven coastal districts have been free from malaria transmission since 1968, while malaria occurs throughout the year in the interior beyond the coastal savannah, with the highest risk along the eastern border and in gold-mining areas. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— entryRequirements.declarations.tourist-card-print.text changed: from The Entry Fee voucher or eVisa is emailed to you as a PDF; there is no passport stamping before travel. Keep a copy — printed as well as on your phone — to show at check-in and at immigration in Paramaribo. to The Entry Fee voucher or eVisa is emailed to you as a PDF; there is no passport stamping before travel. The eVisa service says to keep the copy for your reference when travelling to Suriname. (suriname.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— countryFacts.bestTimeToVisit.text changed: from Canada's travel advice says the rainy seasons run from May to August and from November to February, when flooding can make roads impassable. No official source names a best season; the months shown fall between the two. to Canada's travel advice says the rainy seasons run from May to August and from November to February, when flooding can make roads impassable. No official source we could read names a best season. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— tips.pay-entry-fee-early.text changed: from Pay the Entry Fee (or get your eVisa) before you leave home, and only through the government's official service at suriname.vfsevisa.com, linked from gov.sr. The search results are full of look-alike commercial sites charging more than the real price. to The Entry Fee and the eVisa are paid online through suriname.vfsevisa.com, the Government of Suriname's authorised partner for the eVisa and Entry Fee. (suriname.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— tips.cash-economy.text changed: from Carry cash: Canada's travel advice says the economy is primarily cash-based and only major hotels and some restaurants take credit cards. Change US dollars or euros only at hotels, banks or official cambios — street exchange is illegal. to Canada's travel advice says the economy is primarily cash-based and only major hotels and some restaurants take credit cards, and that exchanging money on the street is illegal: use hotels, local banks or official cambios. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— faq.pay-on-arrival.answer changed: from ~~Plan to pay it before you travel. The Entry Fee is paid online through the official service and the voucher is emailed to you as a PDF; keep a copy to show at check-in and on arrival.~~ to No official source we could read says the Entry Fee can be paid on arrival. It is paid online through the official service and the voucher is emailed to you as a PDF. (suriname.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— faq.caricom.answer changed: from No. Holders of passports from CARICOM countries are exempt from the Entry Fee and listed as visa-exempt. Haiti is the exception in practice: Suriname's eVisa service states that direct flights from Haiti are not allowed and that it will not issue visas to Haitian citizens. to No. Holders of passports from CARICOM countries are exempt from the Entry Fee and listed as visa-exempt. For Haiti, Suriname's eVisa service also states that direct flights from Haiti are not allowed and that the government will not issue visas to Haitian citizens. (suriname.vfsevisa.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— faq.yellow-fever.answer changed: from It is required from age 1 if you are arriving from — or have transited — a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Suriname is itself a risk country, so vaccination is recommended for everyone, and the certificate is checked when you travel on to Brazil, Guyana or French Guiana. to WHO says proof of vaccination is required from travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission, or after more than 12 hours in transit at an airport in one, and that WHO recommends the vaccination for Suriname. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Suriname— faq.extend-stay.answer changed: from Yes, in principle. Apply to the immigration authorities in Paramaribo before your permitted stay runs out; extensions are usually granted in short blocks. It is simpler to plan the trip within the 90 days allowed on entry than to extend later. to Canada's travel advice says that after 30 days in Suriname all foreigners must report within one week to the police Immigration Section to obtain an extension-of-stay stamp, and that anyone intending to stay more than 3 months must apply for an Authorization for Temporary Stay (MKV) from a Surinamese embassy before travelling. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sweden— Notes for EU passports changed: from ~~; register if staying over 3 months.~~ to EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sweden— Notes for RU passport changed: from ~~The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; fees are higher (€90) and processing is slower.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sweden— Notes for VU passport changed: from ~~The EU suspended Vanuatu's visa waiver over its citizenship-by-investment scheme; a Schengen short-stay visa is required.~~ to Vanuatu is on the EU's list of countries whose nationals need a visa (Regulation 2018/1806 as amended), so a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sweden— Entry/Exit System changed: from ~~There is nothing to submit in advance, but allow extra time on your first entry.~~ to Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. Registration happens at the border. There is nothing to submit in advance; the EU says registration can be quicker if you register some data beforehand at a self-service kiosk or through a national app, where available. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sweden— 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, 2026Sweden— FAQ: Is ETIAS required? changed: from ~~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 mandatory, the €20 online authorization will be required before boarding. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sweden— National visa fee notes changed: from ~~For stays over 90 days; most long stays in Sweden instead require a residence permit applied for before travel. The fee is set in euro, not kronor.~~ to For stays over 90 days. The Swedish Migration Agency says a visit of more than 90 days requires a visitor's residence permit. (riksdagen.se )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sweden— 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. The Swedish Migration Agency recommends that visa-exempt visitors also hold individual medical travel insurance covering at least €30,000 and valid in all Schengen countries. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sweden— Onward ticket changed: from ~~Border officers may ask non-EU visitors for proof of return or onward travel and accommodation details.~~ to The Swedish Migration Agency says that even visitors who do not need a visa may be required to show a valid round-trip ticket with a return within 90 days, and a written invitation from the people they will stay with or a hotel booking. (migrationsverket.se )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sweden— Safety changed: from ~~Sweden is a safe destination for visitors. Pickpockets target tourists~~ to The UK government's travel advice says pickpockets often target tourists for passports and cash in the major cities, and gang-related crime, including shootings and explosions, has been reported in Malmö, Stockholm and Gothenburg. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Sweden— FAQ: How much does a Sweden Schengen visa cost? changed: from ~~Long stays generally require a Swedish residence permit instead, applied for before travel.~~ to The Schengen short-stay visa costs €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6–11, and allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries. For visits of more than 90 days, the Swedish Migration Agency says you need a visitor's residence permit. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— summary changed: from Switzerland is not in the EU but joins the Schengen Area through association agreements: EU and EFTA citizens enter freely, around 60 visa-exempt nationalities can stay 90 days in any 180-day period (the ETIAS travel authorization is not yet in operation), and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa. to Switzerland is not in the EU but joins the Schengen Area through association agreements: EU and EFTA citizens enter freely, visa-exempt nationals of 59 countries can stay 90 days in any 180-day period (the ETIAS travel authorization is not yet in operation), and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa. (sem.admin.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (27 rows: IE,DE,FR,ES,IT,PT,NL,PL,RO,AT,BE,BG…) changed: from ~~EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa under the EU–Switzerland free movement agreement; register if staying over 3 months.~~ to No visa needed: EU citizens benefit from the EU–Switzerland free movement agreement. Anyone taking up residence, or working for more than three months, registers with the commune within 14 days of arrival. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Home country. No entry requirements for Swiss citizens.~~ to Home country. Swiss citizens have a right to enter Switzerland. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. Switzerland's temporary protection status S for those fleeing the war is 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, 2026Switzerland— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required. Switzerland, aligning with the EU, suspended visa facilitation for Russia; fees are higher and processing is slower.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Swiss embassy or visa center (VFS Global) serving your place of residence.~~ to A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Swiss embassy or visa center serving your place of residence. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes (3 rows: IS,LI,NO) changed: from ~~EFTA citizens enjoy free movement in Switzerland under the EFTA Convention; register if staying over 3 months.~~ to No visa needed: EFTA citizens benefit from free movement in Switzerland. Anyone taking up residence, or working for more than three months, registers with the commune within 14 days of arrival. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— visaPolicy.byPassport.*.notes changed: from ~~The Schengen states ended Vanuatu's short-stay visa waiver over concerns with its investor-citizenship scheme. A Schengen short-stay visa is now required.~~ to Vanuatu is on the EU list of countries whose nationals need a visa (Regulation 2018/1806, Annex I), so a Schengen short-stay visa is required. (eur-lex.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— visaTypes.student.fee.notes changed: from The Swiss-franc equivalent of EUR 90 (EUR 45 for children aged 6–12; free under 6), collected in the currency the Swiss representation sets. For courses longer than 90 days; the cantonal migration authority must approve the stay before the visa is issued. Proof of enrollment, funds and accommodation required. Holders of scholarships from the federal institutes of technology, the Federal Scholarship Commission or the Swiss National Science Foundation get the visa free of charge. to The Swiss-franc equivalent of EUR 90 (EUR 45 for children aged 6–12; free under 6), collected in the currency the Swiss representation sets. For courses longer than 90 days; the cantonal migration authority must approve the stay before the visa is issued. Holders of scholarships from the federal institutes of technology, the Federal Scholarship Commission or the Swiss National Science Foundation get the visa free of charge. (fedlex.admin.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— visaTypes.work.fee.notes changed: from The Swiss-franc equivalent of EUR 90 (EUR 45 for children aged 6–12; free under 6), collected in the currency the Swiss representation sets. The Swiss employer must first obtain a work permit from the canton; annual quotas apply to non-EU/EFTA workers, and priority is given to the domestic labor market. to The Swiss-franc equivalent of EUR 90 (EUR 45 for children aged 6–12; free under 6), collected in the currency the Swiss representation sets. The State Secretariat for Migration says people entering to work need both a visa and a work permit. (fedlex.admin.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— entryRequirements.travelInsurance.text changed: from Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000 (roughly CHF 28,000–30,000), valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. Visa-exempt visitors are not required to show it, but Swiss healthcare is expensive — cover is strongly recommended. 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, 2026Switzerland— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~Border officers may ask non-EU/EFTA visitors for proof of return or onward travel and accommodation details.~~ to No official source we could read requires an onward ticket. The State Secretariat for Migration says visa-exempt third-country nationals must prove the purpose and circumstances of their stay and have enough money for the stay and for the return trip or transit to a third country. (sem.admin.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds.text changed: from Third-country visitors staying at their own expense must be able to show at least CHF 100 per day of their stay (CHF 30 for students with a valid student permit), in cash, cards or bank statements if asked. to Third-country visitors staying at their own expense must be able to show at least CHF 100 per day of their stay (CHF 30 for students with a valid student permit), in cash, traveller's cheques, credit cards or other collateral such as a bank guarantee. (sem.admin.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— entryRequirements.declarations.ees.text changed: from Switzerland participates in the EU Entry/Exit System as a Schengen associate: non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) at Schengen external borders, including Swiss airports. Registration happens at the border. Allow extra time on your first entry. to Switzerland participates in the EU Entry/Exit System as a Schengen associate: non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) at Schengen external borders, including Swiss airports. Registration happens at the border. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— entryRequirements.declarations.etias.fee.notes changed: from ~~Free for under-18s and over-70s. Valid 3 years or until passport expiry.~~ to Some travellers are exempt from the fee. Valid 3 years or until passport expiry. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— entryRequirements.declarations.etias.text changed: from ETIAS will also apply to Switzerland as a Schengen associate: visa-exempt travelers will need the authorization to enter. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Check the official EU site for the current status and apply only there. to ETIAS will also apply to Switzerland as a Schengen associate: visa-exempt travelers will need the authorization to enter. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Check the official EU site for the current status. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits.text changed: from Unlike the EU, Switzerland has no obligation to declare cash. However, customs officers can ask anyone carrying CHF 10,000 or more (or equivalent) about their identity and the origin, intended use and beneficial owner of the money — refusing to answer or giving false information is an offense, and the amount is recorded. to Switzerland has no obligation to declare cash. However, customs officers can ask anyone carrying CHF 10,000 or more (or equivalent) about their identity and the origin, intended use and beneficial owner of the money — refusing to answer or giving false information is an offense, and the amount is recorded. (bazg.admin.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Switzerland is one of the safest countries in the world, with very low crime. Petty theft can occur around train stations and tourist sights; in the mountains, the main risks are weather and terrain. Check conditions before hiking. to The UK FCDO says there is a low rate of serious crime in Switzerland but increased reports of petty theft, especially in larger cities, at Geneva airport and on trains to and from Geneva. It lists alpine hazards such as avalanches, rockfalls and sudden weather changes throughout the year. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— countryFacts.roadVignette.text changed: from Switzerland sells exactly one vignette: CHF 40, valid for 14 months from December 1 of the previous year to January 31 of the following one. There are no short-term options, so a single motorway trip costs the full CHF 40. You can choose the e-vignette linked to your number plate (e-vignette.ch) or the sticker on the windscreen; both cost the same. Buy it before entering the country — only at Basel St. Louis, Rheinfelden and Kreuzlingen may you use the motorway without one, and only as far as the first exit. to Switzerland sells exactly one vignette: CHF 40, valid for 14 months from December 1 of the previous year to January 31 of the following one. There are no short-term options, so a single motorway trip costs the full CHF 40. You can choose the e-vignette linked to your number plate or the sticker on the windscreen; both cost the same. Only at Basel St. Louis, Rheinfelden and Kreuzlingen may you use the motorway without one, and only as far as the first exit. (bazg.admin.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— faq.cash-declaration.answer changed: from There is no obligation to declare cash on entry, unlike in the EU. However, if you carry CHF 10,000 or more (or equivalent), customs officers can require you to disclose your identity and the origin, intended use and beneficial owner of the money — refusing or lying is a customs offense. to There is no obligation to declare cash on entry. However, if you carry CHF 10,000 or more (or equivalent), customs officers can require you to disclose your identity and the origin, intended use and beneficial owner of the money — refusing or lying is a customs offense. (sem.admin.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Switzerland— tips.swiss-plug changed: from ~~Switzerland uses type C and type J plugs (IEC World Plugs). Bring an adapter if your devices use a different plug.~~ to (removed) (sem.admin.ch )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— AL/AD/AU/AT/BE/BG… passport notes changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed onward or return ticket; the visa-exempt stay cannot normally be extended.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return ticket (or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination). The stay starts the day after arrival and cannot be extended. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— visaPolicy.byPassport.GB.notes changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return ticket (or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination). The stay starts the day after arrival and cannot be extended.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return ticket (or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination). UK (British Citizen) and Canadian passport holders can apply to extend the stay up to 180 days. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— visaPolicy.byPassport.CA.notes changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return ticket (or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination). The stay starts the day after arrival and cannot be extended.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return ticket (or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination). UK (British Citizen) and Canadian passport holders can apply to extend the stay up to 180 days. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— visaPolicy.byPassport.SZ.notes changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return ticket (or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination). The stay starts the day after arrival and cannot be extended.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return ticket (or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination). The stay starts the day after arrival and cannot be extended. Passports showing a place of birth in Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Libya, Nigeria, Pakistan, the People's Republic of China, Syria or Yemen do not qualify. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— visaPolicy.byPassport.TV.notes changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return ticket (or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination). The stay starts the day after arrival and cannot be extended.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return ticket (or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination). The stay starts the day after arrival and cannot be extended. Passports showing a place of birth in Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Libya, Nigeria, Pakistan, the People's Republic of China, Syria or Yemen do not qualify. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— HN passport notes changed: from Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed onward or return ticket; the visa-exempt stay cannot normally be extended. Diplomatic and official passports are excluded, as are passports showing a place of birth in the People's Republic of China. to Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return ticket (or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination); the stay cannot be extended. Diplomatic and official passports are excluded, as are passports showing a place of birth in the People's Republic of China. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— MK passport notes changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed onward or return ticket; the visa-exempt stay cannot normally be extended. The exemption runs until 31 March 2030.~~ to Visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return ticket (or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination). The stay starts the day after arrival and cannot be extended. The exemption runs until 31 March 2030. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— BN/PH/TH passport notes changed: from ~~Visa-free for up to 14 days under a trial program that has been repeatedly extended. Confirm it is still in force before travel.~~ to Visa-free for up to 14 days on an ordinary passport, effective until 31 July 2027. You must show a hotel booking, your host's or sponsor's contact details and sufficient travel funds. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— CN passport notes changed: from Mainland Chinese citizens need entry permits issued by both sides rather than a visa; individual tourist travel has been suspended since 2019, and only limited categories such as business, family visits and approved group programs are processed. to No official source we could read states the entry rules for mainland Chinese citizens. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— HK/MO passport notes changed: from ~~Hong Kong and Macao permanent residents apply online for an entry permit rather than a visa; those not eligible online apply through the National Immigration Agency.~~ to Hong Kong and Macao residents can apply online to the National Immigration Agency for an entry permit rather than a visa. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— IN/ID/LA/MM/VN passport notes changed: from Travelers who hold a valid (or recently expired) visa or residence permit from designated countries can use the free online travel authorization for a 14-day stay; otherwise a visitor visa is required. to Citizens of India, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam can apply online to the National Immigration Agency for a Travel Authorization Certificate; otherwise a visitor visa is required. No official page we could read states the certificate's conditions, fee or stay. (niaspeedy.immigration.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— visaTypes[travel-authorization].fee.notes changed: from Free — for nationals of India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Laos and Myanmar who hold a valid (or recently expired) visa or residence permit from designated countries such as the US, UK, Schengen states, Japan, Korea, Australia or New Zealand. to No official page we could read states the fee or the eligibility conditions. BOCA says citizens of India, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam can apply online. (niaspeedy.immigration.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— visaTypes[visitor-visa].fee.notes changed: from Single-entry visitor visa applied for overseas (USD 100 for multiple entry). Nationals of countries that charge Taiwanese passport holders a special handling fee pay the equivalent extra. Applications go through the nearest Taipei Economic and Cultural Office. to Single-entry visitor visa applied for overseas (USD 100 for multiple entry); rush handling adds 50%. Nationals of countries that charge Taiwanese passport holders a special handling fee pay the equivalent extra. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— summary changed: from Taiwan waives visas for around 60 nationalities — 90 days for the EU, UK, US, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand among others — with free online travel authorisations or eVisas for several more. Remaining nationalities apply for a visitor visa at a Taipei representative office, and mainland Chinese travelers need special entry permits. to Taiwan waives visas for 65 nationalities — 90 days for the EU, UK, US, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand among others — and 20 more can apply online for an eVisa. Remaining nationalities apply for a visitor visa at a Taiwan overseas mission. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— entryRequirements.passportValidity.text changed: from ~~Passports must generally be valid for at least 6 months on arrival. US and Japanese passport holders are exempt from the 6-month rule and need validity only for the length of their intended stay.~~ to Visa-exempt entry requires a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. US and Japanese nationals need a passport valid only for the intended stay. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— entryRequirements.onwardTicket.text changed: from ~~Visa-free entry requires a confirmed onward or return ticket — airlines check before boarding and immigration officers may ask to see it.~~ to Visa-free entry requires a confirmed return ticket, or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination, and a confirmed seat reservation for the departure flight. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— entryRequirements.proofOfFunds.text changed: from No fixed amount is published; immigration officers occasionally ask about means of support for the stay. Visa-exempt visitors from Thailand, the Philippines and Brunei must show a hotel booking, their host's contact details and sufficient travel funds. to No fixed amount is published. Visa-exempt visitors from Thailand, the Philippines and Brunei must show a hotel booking, their host's contact details and sufficient travel funds. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— entryRequirements.customs.currencyLimits.text changed: from ~~Cash over USD 10,000 (or over TWD 100,000 in local currency) must be declared on arrival. Confirm current thresholds with Taiwan Customs before carrying large sums.~~ to The UK FCDO says you must declare cash or travellers cheques worth more than NT$100,000 or US$10,000 on arrival. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— countryFacts.safety.text changed: from Taiwan is one of Asia's safest destinations, with very low crime. The main considerations are natural: typhoons, which the Government of Canada and the UK FCDO say usually occur between May and November, and occasional earthquakes. to The UK FCDO says crime rates are extremely low in Taiwan, and the Government of Canada says violent crime is rare but petty crime such as pickpocketing occurs. Both say typhoons usually occur between May and November, and the UK says earthquakes are a risk. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— tips[onward-ticket].text changed: from ~~Visa-free travelers must hold a confirmed onward or return ticket — airlines routinely refuse boarding without one.~~ to Visa-free travelers must hold a confirmed return ticket, or an onward ticket and a visa for the next destination. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— tips[typhoon-season].text changed: from The Government of Canada and the UK FCDO say typhoons usually occur between May and November, with a risk of road blockages and landslides afterwards. Build slack into itineraries and monitor Central Weather Administration warnings. to The Government of Canada and the UK FCDO say typhoons usually occur between May and November, with a risk of road blockages and landslides afterwards. The UK FCDO advises monitoring Central Weather Administration warnings and keeping your itinerary flexible. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— faq[need-visa].answer changed: from Around 60 nationalities do not: the EU, UK, US, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and others get 90 days visa-free; Singapore, Malaysia, the Dominican Republic, Belize, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines get 30 days; and Thailand, the Philippines, Brunei and Oman get 14 days. About 20 nationalities, including the Gulf states, can apply online … to 65 nationalities do not: the EU, UK, US, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and others get 90 days visa-free; Singapore, Malaysia, the Dominican Republic, Belize, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines get 30 days; and Thailand, the Philippines, Brunei and Oman get 14 days. 20 nationalities, including the Gulf states, can apply online for an eVisa,… (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— faq[us-stay].answer changed: from ~~US passport holders enter visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed onward or return ticket. The visa-exempt stay cannot normally be extended — leaving and re-entering resets the clock.~~ to US passport holders enter visa-free for up to 90 days with a confirmed return or onward ticket. The stay starts the day after arrival and cannot be extended. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— faq[mainland-china].answer changed: from Not as ordinary tourists at present. Mainland residents need entry permits issued by both sides, individual tourist travel has been suspended since 2019, and only limited categories such as business, family visits and approved group programs are processed. to No official source we could read states the entry rules for mainland Chinese citizens. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 6, 2026Taiwan— faq[hk-mo].answer changed: from ~~Not a visa — eligible Hong Kong and Macao permanent residents apply online for an entry permit through Taiwan's National Immigration Agency, which allows a stay of up to 30 days.~~ to Not a visa — Hong Kong and Macao residents can apply online to Taiwan's National Immigration Agency for an entry permit. (boca.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)