Data updates: October 2026
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- Oct 4, 2026Uzbekistan— Plugs and voltage changed: from
C/F, 220 V, 50 Hzto C/I, 220 V, 50 Hz (iec.ch )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Vanuatu— Plugs and voltage changed: from
I, 220 V, 50 Hzto C/G/I, 220 V, 50 Hz (iec.ch )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Vietnam— Plugs and voltage changed: from
A/C/D, 220 V, 50 Hzto A/B/C, 220 V, 50 Hz (iec.ch )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Yemen— Plugs and voltage changed: from
A/D/G, 230 V, 50 Hzto D/G/M, 240 V, 50 Hz (iec.ch )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— emergency changed: from
{"police": "119", "ambulance": "102"}to {"police": "119", "ambulance": "102", "fire": "112"} (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— payments changed: from
rareto limited (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— bestTimeToVisit changed: from
Spring (April–May) and fall (September–October) …to No official seasonal guidance; Canada's rainy season March–May (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— customs.notes changed: from
Drones are banned for visitors, and satellite phones or professional camera equipment can attract suspicion and detention. Leave them at home.to withdrawn (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— tips changed: from
The US, UK, EU states, Canada and Australia all advise against ALL travel …to UK, Canada and Australia advise against all travel (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— tips changed: from
… Women travelers report being refused service when unaccompanied …to UK and Canada rules on mahram and dress, attributed (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— tips changed: from
Some provinces require permission letters for foreigners …to withdrawn (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— tips changed: from
… behavior that is unremarkable elsewhere (music in public, mixed-gender socialising) can cause serious trouble.to UK statement on dress codes, banned goods and detention (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— faq changed: from
Nearly every government advises against all travel …to UK, Canada and Australia advise against all travel (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— faq changed: from
… Solo women travelers report being refused hotels and services …to UK and Canada rules, attributed (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— faq changed: from
Visas issued by Afghan missions now operating under Taliban administration are accepted at Kabul airport and land borders …to deleted (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— faq changed: from
Realistically, no. … US dollars exchange readily into afghani at money markets …to Canada and UK statements, with the cash limits (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Albania— Emergency numbers changed: from
general 112to general 112, ambulance 127, fire 128 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Albania— Best time to visit changed: from
[5, 6, 9, 10]to [5, 6, 9, 10] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Albania— Customs note changed: from
Flying a drone requires prior authorization from the Albanian civil aviation authority — do not fly without a permit.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Albania— Tip changed: from
Summer lines at the land borders with Montenegro and North Macedonia can run to hours around weekends — cross early in the morning if you can.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Albania— FAQ answer changed: from
Euros are widely accepted in tourist areas but usually at an unfavourable rateto (removed) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Algeria— Emergency numbers changed: from
police: 17 · ambulance: 14to police: 17 · ambulance: 1021 · fire: 14 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Algeria— Customs note changed: from
The Algerian dinar is not convertible abroad — change money inside Algeria, keep exchange receipts and spend or re-exchange dinars before departure.to Canada's travel advice says you must declare all foreign currency on arrival and report each exchange during your stay, and show the declaration form and bank exchange receipts when you leave. Algerian dinars cannot be taken out of the country. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Algeria— Customs note changed: from
Drones may not be brought in without prior authorization and are routinely confiscated at the border.to The UK FCDO says it is illegal to bring drones, binoculars, telescopes and certain types of photography equipment into Algeria without authorisation; check with Algerian customs before you travel. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Algeria— Tip changed: from
Plan around cash: exchange euros or dollars at banks or hotels, keep the receipts, and re-exchange leftover dinars before you leave. The dinar cannot be changed abroad.to Plan around cash: Canada's travel advice says cards are rarely accepted outside major hotels. Change money only at banks or official exchange bureaus, keep the receipts — you must show them when you leave — and do not take dinars out of the country. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Algeria— Tip changed: from
Avoid areas close to the borders with Libya, Mali, Mauritania and Niger — governments warn of terrorism and kidnapping risk there, and travel in much of the deep Sahara requires escorts arranged through your agency.to Australia's Smartraveller advises against all travel within 450 km of the borders with Mali and Niger and within 100 km of the borders with Mauritania, Libya and Tunisia because of terrorism and kidnapping. It also says that, by law, police must approve road travel outside city limits in advance. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Algeria— Tip changed: from
Do not photograph government buildings, police, military sites or infrastructure. It can lead to questioning or detention.to Do not photograph military sites, government buildings, bridges or security personnel — Canada says photographing sensitive installations is prohibited, and Australia says it is illegal. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Algeria— FAQ answer changed: from
Rarely — only some upscale hotels and a few ATMs accept international cards. Bring cash in euros or dollars, exchange as needed, and keep receipts so you can re-exchange dinars before leaving, as the dinar is not convertible abroad.to Rarely. Canada's travel advice says credit cards are usually accepted at major hotels but rarely in restaurants and other businesses, and that ATMs taking foreign cards are unreliable. It also says you must keep bank receipts for every exchange and that dinars cannot be taken out of the country. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Algeria— Languages changed: from
Arabic, Tamazight, Frenchto Arabic, Tamazight (joradp.dz )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Andorra— Emergency numbers changed: from
General: 112to General: 112; Police: 110; Ambulance: 116; Fire: 118 (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Andorra— Languages changed: from
Catalan, Spanish, Frenchto Catalan (govern.ad )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Andorra— Tap water changed: from
Safe to drinkto Not confirmed safe (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Andorra— Payments changed: from
Cards widely accepted; cash rarely neededto No official description of card acceptance (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Andorra— Customs notes changed: from
Andorra is outside the EU customs union — duty-free allowances on tobacco, alcohol and fuel are enforced when you drive back into France or Spain, and customs checks with lines are common.to Rewritten to the UK FCDO wording: taxes and duties on re-entry to France or Spain; excess tobacco and the vehicle may be impounded. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Angola— Emergency numbers changed: from
general 113to ambulance 112, fire 118, police 110 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Angola— Payments changed: from
cards widely-in-cities, cash mediumto cards limited, cash high (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Angola— Customs notes changed: from
Diamonds and other minerals may not be taken out of Angola without an official license.to Canada's travel advice says it is illegal to take turtle shells or ivory out of Angola, and that customs may keep handicrafts considered to be of cultural value. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Angola— Customs notes changed: from
Photography of government buildings, ports, airports and military sites is prohibited.to Canada advises against photographing airports, major roads, bridges, communications installations, military personnel and government buildings, and the UK warns not to use cameras, binoculars or GPS equipment near government buildings. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Antigua and Barbuda— emergency changed: from
{"general": "911", "police": "911", "ambulance": "911"}to {"general": "999 / 911"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Antigua and Barbuda— tapWaterSafe changed: from
safeto not stated (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Antigua and Barbuda— payments changed: from
Hotels, restaurants and larger shops take cards, and US dollars are accepted almost everywhere at a rate near EC$2.60 (banks give EC$2.70). Carry small East Caribbean notes for buses, beach bars and market stalls.to Canada's travel advice says the currency is the East Caribbean dollar (XCD) and that US dollars are widely accepted. No official source we could read describes card acceptance. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Antigua and Barbuda— bestTimeToVisit changed: from
December to April is dry, breezy and reliably sunny. May to November is hotter and wetter, with the hurricane peak from August to October, but far cheaper.to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit. Canada's travel advice says the hurricane season runs from early June to the end of November. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Antigua and Barbuda— customs.notes changed: from
["Firearms and ammunition are strictly controlled — bringing any into the country without a permit leads to arrest, including for cruise and yacht passengers.", "Fresh produce, plants, meat and dairy are restricted to protect local agriculture; declare anything you are carrying.", "Drones must be declared and may require permission from the authorities before use."]to ["The UK Foreign Office says there are strict rules on goods you can take into or out of Antigua and Barbuda, and you must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.", "Canada's travel advice says it is an offence to wear camouflage clothing or to carry or import items made from camouflage material; items are confiscated and offenders can be fined or jailed."] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Antigua and Barbuda— tips changed: from
… temporary Antiguan driving permit (around EC$50) …to IDP not recognized; temporary local licence (Canada, FCDO) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Antigua and Barbuda— tips changed: from
… peaking in August and September …to June–November (Canada) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Antigua and Barbuda— tips changed: from
Barbuda is a separate island — reached by a short flight or the ferry …to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Antigua and Barbuda— tips changed: from
… change is usually given in East Caribbean dollars …to USD widely accepted (Canada); agree taxi fares (FCDO) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— Emergency numbers changed: from
general: 911 · ambulance: 107 · fire: 100to police: 911 / 101 · ambulance: 107 · fire: 100 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— Tap water changed: from
safe to drinkto not for drinking (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— Payments changed: from
Foreign cards are now widely accepted and charged at a market exchange rate, so paying by card is usually the simplest option; the old "blue dollar" cash premium has largely disappeared since the exchange-rate unification, though US dollar notes remain useful as backup. Inflation means peso prices change quickly.to Canada's travel advice says foreign credit and debit cards are accepted in main cities, and that you may be asked for photo ID, such as a copy of your passport, when paying by card. ATM withdrawals from foreign bank accounts are subject to low per-withdrawal and daily limits, and substantial service charges may apply. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— Best time to visit changed: from
October to April (the southern spring, summer and fall) suits most itineraries — essential for Patagonia, pleasant in Buenos Aires and the wine regions; June–August is ski season in the Andes.to No official source we could read gives seasonal travel guidance for Argentina. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— Customs note changed: from
Personal electronics such as a laptop and phone enter duty-free; keep receipts for expensive new items.to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— Customs note changed: from
Strict controls apply to fresh food, plants and animal products, especially when crossing into Patagonia.to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— Tip changed: from
Pay by foreign card where possible — international cards are settled at a market exchange rate since the FX unification, so the old need to carry stacks of US dollars for the "blue" rate has mostly gone. Keep some USD notes as backup and expect peso prices to move with inflation.to Canada's travel advice says ATM withdrawals on foreign bank cards are subject to low per-withdrawal and daily limits and can carry substantial service charges, so check with your bank before you travel. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— Tip changed: from
Ferries from Buenos Aires reach Colonia del Sacramento and Montevideo in Uruguay in 1–2 hours. Bring your passport, as you clear both countries' immigration at the terminal (Mercosur nationals can use ID cards).to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— Tip changed: from
Tap water is safe to drink in Buenos Aires and most Argentine cities; in remote rural areas ask locally or use bottled water.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— Tip changed: from
Keep phones off café tables and be alert for distraction thefts ("mustard scam") in Buenos Aires tourist areas — petty theft, not violent crime, is the main visitor risk.to The UK Foreign Office reports distraction thefts in Buenos Aires such as the "mustard scam": thieves take your bags while an accomplice offers to clean off mustard they have sprayed on you. If it happens, politely but firmly refuse help and walk away. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— FAQ changed: from
Cards now work well: foreign Visa and Mastercard payments are converted at a market exchange rate, so card payments are usually as good as cash. Carry some US dollars or pesos as backup for small vendors and rural areas, and expect prices in pesos to rise frequently with inflation.to Canada's travel advice says foreign credit and debit cards are accepted in main cities, but ATM withdrawals on foreign cards are subject to low limits and substantial service charges may apply. You may be asked for photo ID, such as a copy of your passport, when paying by card. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— FAQ changed: from
It is not an entry requirement for Argentina, but the Ministry of Health counts Misiones (where Iguazú is), Corrientes, Formosa and parts of Jujuy, Salta and Chaco as yellow fever risk areas and recommends vaccination at least 10 days before visiting areas with transmission. Brazil-side visits make it even more advisable.to It is not an entry requirement for Argentina, but the Ministry of Health counts Misiones (where Iguazú is), Corrientes, Formosa and parts of Jujuy, Salta and Chaco as yellow fever risk areas and recommends vaccination at least 10 days before visiting areas with transmission. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Armenia— languages changed: from
["Armenian", "Russian"]to ["Armenian"] (arlis.am )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Armenia— tapWaterSafe changed: from
trueto false (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Armenia— payments.cardsAccepted changed: from
widely-in-citiesto limited (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Armenia— customs.notes changed: from
Exporting antiques, old carpets and artworks requires a certificate from the Ministry of Culture. Buy from shops that can provide export paperwork.to The Government of Canada notes that the import and export of cultural and historical items is regulated in Armenia, including archaeological objects, sculptures and paintings, ancient books and documents, musical instruments, furniture and carpets. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Armenia— tips changed: from
Yerevan's public drinking fountains (pulpulaks) are safe and everywhere — tap water throughout Armenia is generally excellent.to (deleted) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Armenia— faq changed: from
Armenia does not refuse entry over Azerbaijani visas or stamps…to (deleted) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Australia— Payments changed: from
Tap-to-pay by card or phone is the default everywhere, including buses and market stalls; many venues are effectively cashless. Tipping is not expected.to No official source we could read describes how widely cards are accepted in Australia. Canada's travel advice notes only that the currency is the Australian dollar (AUD). (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Australia— Best time to visit changed: from
Spring (September–November) and fall (March–May) suit most of the country; December–February is beach season in the south but wet season in the tropical north, where June–August is the prime dry season.to Canada's travel advice says the rainy season runs from November to April, when severe flooding hits inland areas and cyclones can strike the coasts of Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia; bush fires are common between October and April. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Australia— Customs notes changed: from
Australia has some of the strictest biosecurity rules in the world: declare ALL food, plants, seeds, wooden items and animal products — undeclared items mean instant fines of hundreds of dollars and possible visa cancellation. | Duty-free allowance: 25 cigarettes and 2.25 liters of alcohol per adult. | Clean soil off shoes, camping and sports equipment before you fly — dirty gear can be seized for treatment.to Declare all food, animal products and plant material (including wooden articles), and any footwear, clothing and equipment used in rural areas or near animals. Australia's Department of Agriculture says a false or misleading declaration can bring an infringement notice of up to AUD 7,280, civil penalty proceedings or prosecution, and visa cancellation. | Duty-free alcohol: 2.25 litres of alcoholic beverages per traveller aged 18 or over, according to the Australian Border Force. Most tobacco products are prohibited imports, though travellers aged 18 or over may bring tobacco products in without a permit. | The Department of Agriculture asks travellers to make sure footwear and sporting and recreational equipment are clean and free from soil, seeds and grass. (agriculture.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Australia— Tip changed: from
Declare every food item, plant product and wooden souvenir on your Incoming Passenger Card — even packaged snacks. Undeclared biosecurity items bring on-the-spot fines in the hundreds of dollars, and serious breaches can cancel your visa on the spot.to Declare every food item, plant product and wooden souvenir on your Incoming Passenger Card. Australia's Department of Agriculture says declared goods are inspected and returned if they pose no biosecurity risk, while a false or misleading declaration can bring an infringement notice of up to AUD 7,280 and cancellation of your visa. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Australia— Tip changed: from
Australian UV levels are extreme even on cool or cloudy days. Use SPF 50+, a hat and sunglasses, and swim only between the red-and-yellow flags at patrolled beaches.to Use SPF 50+, a hat and sunglasses, and swim only between the red-and-yellow flags at patrolled beaches. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Australia— Tip changed: from
Distances are vast: Sydney to Perth is further than London to Moscow. Fly between regions, plan fuel and water for outback drives, and avoid driving rural roads at dawn or dusk when kangaroos are active.to Distances are vast. Fly between regions, plan fuel and water for outback drives, and avoid driving rural roads at dawn or dusk. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Australia— FAQ changed: from
Only if you declare it. Australia's biosecurity rules are among the strictest in the world: all food, plant material and animal products must be declared on the Incoming Passenger Card. Many items are then allowed after inspection, but failing to declare brings immediate fines and can cancel your visa.to Only if you declare it. All food, plant material and animal products must be declared on the Incoming Passenger Card. Australia's Department of Agriculture says declared goods are inspected and may be treated, exported or destroyed, and those that pose no biosecurity risk are returned; a false or misleading declaration can bring an infringement notice of up to AUD 7,280, civil penalties or prosecution, and visa cancellation. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Austria— Payments changed: from
Cards are widely accepted in cities and chains, but Austria keeps a strong cash culture. Many small restaurants, cafés, market stalls and mountain huts are cash-only.to Canada's travel advice says credit cards are widely accepted at main hotels, shops and restaurants, but smaller establishments may only accept cash. Australia's Smartraveller likewise says some businesses may only accept cash. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Austria— Best time to visit changed: from
May–September for cities, lakes and Alpine hiking; December for Christmas markets and the start of the ski season, which runs to March or April.to No official source we checked gives seasonal guidance for Austria; the months shown are not an official recommendation. Australia's Smartraveller warns of avalanches, flash floods and mudslides in alpine areas, and says winter tyres are mandatory from 1 November to 15 April in winter conditions. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Austria— Customs notes changed: from
Duty-free from outside the EU: 200 cigarettes, 1 liter of spirits, goods up to €300 (€430 arriving by air/sea). | No limits on goods for personal use when arriving from another EU country.to Duty-free from outside the EU: 200 cigarettes, 1 liter of spirits, goods up to €300 (€430 arriving by air/sea). | Goods for your own use bought in another EU country carry no further duty. Above the EU guide levels (for example 800 cigarettes or 10 litres of spirits), customs may ask you to show they are for personal use. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Austria— Tip changed: from
Nearly all shops and supermarkets close on Sundays and public holidays — stock up on Saturday; only bakeries, station shops and restaurants stay open.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Azerbaijan— emergency changed: from
{"general": "112"}to {"police": "102", "ambulance": "103", "fire": "101"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Azerbaijan— languages changed: from
["Azerbaijani", "Russian"]to ["Azerbaijani"] (fhn.gov.az )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Azerbaijan— payments changed: from
widely-in-citiesto limited (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Azerbaijan— bestTimeToVisit changed: from
April–June and September–October are comfortable …to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Azerbaijan. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Azerbaijan— customs.notes changed: from
Medications containing controlled substances should be carried with a prescription.to Canada: check legality, original container and a copy of the prescription (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Azerbaijan— tips changed: from
Travelers with Armenian citizenship are refused entry, and those of Armenian descent … face refusal or intense questioning …to UK: unauthorised visits to south-western Azerbaijan (Khankendi) can lead to refusal (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Azerbaijan— tips changed: from
… third-party visa websites charge large markups for the same USD 29 e-Visa.to Apply on the official portal, evisa.gov.az. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Azerbaijan— faq changed: from
An ordinary visit to Armenia … is generally tolerated … Armenian citizens cannot enter at all.to UK: unauthorised visits to south-western Azerbaijan can lead to refusal; treatment of Armenia visits not stated (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahamas— Emergency numbers changed: from
general 911, police 919, ambulance 911to general 911, alternative 919 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahamas— Tap water safe to drink changed: from
Trueto False (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahamas— Best time to visit changed: from
[12, 1, 2, 3, 4]to [12, 1, 2, 3, 4] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahamas— Customs note changed: from
Spear guns, conch and crawfish out of season, and marine products are controlled. Check before taking anything home.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahamas— Customs note — duty-free allowances changed: from
roughly one liter of spirits and 200 cigarettes for visitors aged 18 and overto one quart of spirits and one quart of wine; one pound of tobacco or 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars; $100 exemption (bahamascustoms.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahamas— Customs note — firearms changed: from
Firearms and ammunition are illegal without a Bahamian permit; a single stray round leads to arrest and prosecutionto Firearms and fireworks are restricted: only with special authorization from the Commissioner of Police (bahamascustoms.gov.bs )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahamas— Tip changed: from
Preclearance at Nassau and Freeportto Preclearance at Nassau (cbp.gov )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahamas— Tip changed: from
The Bahamas is 700 islands: getting between them means a domestic flight or the mail boat, and schedules are thin. Build a buffer day before an international departure.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahrain— Tap water safe to drink changed: from
trueto false (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahrain— Customs note changed: from
Non-Muslim adults may bring in a limited duty-free alcohol allowance — unlike some Gulf neighbors, alcohol is legal in licensed venues.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahrain— Customs note changed: from
Narcotics offenses carry severe penalties, and some prescription medicines need prior approval. Carry prescriptions for any medication.to The UK FCDO says illegal drugs are strictly forbidden, even in residual amounts, and that you may need prior agreement from the authorities to bring prescription drugs into Bahrain — carry a doctor's note and check with a Bahraini embassy before you travel. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahrain— Tip changed: from
Arriving from Saudi Arabia over the King Fahd Causeway? Visas on arrival and eVisas are accepted at the causeway border post too, but expect long lines on Thursday and Friday evenings when weekend traffic peaks.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahrain— Tip changed: from
Alcohol is legal in licensed hotels, bars and restaurants, but there is zero tolerance for drink-driving and public drunkenness can lead to arrest.to The UK FCDO says alcohol is legal in Bahrain, but drunken public behaviour is against the law and can lead to a fine, prison or deportation. Drivers found with any alcohol in their system can be fined, banned from travel and jailed. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahrain— Tip changed: from
During Ramadan, eating, drinking or smoking in public in daylight hours is an offense — hotels serve visitors discreetly, and many restaurants open only after sunset.to During Ramadan the UK FCDO advises not eating, drinking, smoking or chewing gum in public in the daytime, including in your car. Hotels and restaurants that serve food in fasting hours may seat non-fasting guests separately. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahrain— Tip changed: from
Hotel prices and flight loads spike around the Bahrain Grand Prix in spring. Book well ahead if your dates overlap the race weekend.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bangladesh— Payments changed: from
Cards at upmarket hotels, restaurants and malls; cash and bKash elsewhereto Rewritten to what the UK FCDO says about ATMs and cash (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)