Data updates: October 2026
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- Oct 4, 2026San Marino— Emergency numbers changed: from
general 112to general 112, ambulance 118, fire 115 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026San Marino— Tap water safe to drink changed: from
Trueto False (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026San Marino— Card acceptance / cash importance changed: from
widely/lowto limited/low (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026San Marino— Best time to visit changed: from
[4, 5, 6, 9, 10]to [4, 5, 6, 9, 10] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026San Marino— Customs note changed: from
San Marino sits outside the EU customs union for some goods — duty-free style shopping is popular, and Italian customs can check larger purchases on the way out.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026San Marino— Tip changed: from
San Marino has no airport or railway — fly to Rimini or Bologna and take the regular Rimini–San Marino bus (about 50 minutes) or drive; parking sits just below the historic center.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026San Marino— Tip changed: from
The tourist office in the old town sells an official souvenir passport stamp for a small fee. It has no legal effect; ask for it on a spare page if you prefer to keep visa pages clean.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026San Marino— FAQ changed: from
How do I get to San Marino?to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026San Marino— FAQ changed: from
Can I get my passport stamped in San Marino?to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Emergency numbers changed: from
general: 112to police: 113 · ambulance: 222 22 22 · fire: 112 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Best time to visit changed: from
Jan · Feb · Jun · Jul · Aug · Septo Jun · Jul · Aug (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Customs note changed: from
Exporting turtle-shell products, corals and other protected marine items is prohibited.to The UK FCDO says there are severe penalties for all drug offences: pack your luggage yourself and do not carry anything through customs for anyone else. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Tip changed: from
Bring enough cash in euros for your whole stay — ATMs are scarce and unreliable, cards are rarely accepted, and euros are exchanged everywhere at the fixed peg.to Bring enough cash: the UK FCDO says cards are not widely accepted and ATMs are few, and Canada says foreign bank cards cannot be used to withdraw money from ATMs. Banks exchange US dollars, euros and CFA francs. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Tip changed: from
International flights are few (mainly via Lisbon, Accra, Libreville and Luanda) and inter-island flights to Príncipe sell out. Book early and reconfirm, as schedules change at short notice.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Tip changed: from
Malaria has been greatly reduced but still occurs. Use repellent and nets, and consider prophylaxis for longer or rural stays.to Canada's travel advice says malaria is a risk in São Tomé and Príncipe and that antimalarial medication is recommended for most travellers — see a health professional before you go and use insect repellent. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— Tip changed: from
Services run on “léve-léve” (easy-easy) island time. Allow slack in your plans, carry some patience, and settle prices for taxis and guides before setting off.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— FAQ answer changed: from
Cash, ideally euros. The dobra is pegged to the euro and euros are accepted or exchanged everywhere, while ATMs are few and cards work only at a handful of hotels.to Bring cash. The UK FCDO says credit cards are not widely accepted and ATMs are few; Canada says foreign bank cards cannot be used at ATMs and that banks exchange US dollars, euros and Central African CFA francs. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026São Tomé and Príncipe— FAQ answer changed: from
How do I get to São Tomé and Príncipe? — By air only for practical purposes. The main links are Lisbon (TAP), plus regional connections such as Accra, Libreville and Luanda. Book early: frequencies are low and the onward hop to Príncipe island is a small plane that fills quickly.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Saudi Arabia— Emergency numbers changed: from
General: 911to General: 911; Alternative: 112 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Saudi Arabia— Tap water changed: from
Safe to drinkto Not confirmed safe (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Saudi Arabia— Payments changed: from
Cards and contactless (mada, Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay) accepted almost everywhereto No official description of card acceptance (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Saudi Arabia— Best time to visit changed: from
Summer temperatures regularly exceed 45°C inlandto Summer temperatures may exceed 50°C (UK FCDO) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Senegal— Emergency numbers changed: from
police 17, fire 18, medical 1515to police 17, fire 18, ambulance 15 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Senegal— Languages changed: from
French, Wolofto French (cia.gov )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Senegal— Payments changed: from
cards widely-in-cities, cash mediumto cards limited, cash medium (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Senegal— Best time to visit changed: from
[11, 12, 1, 2, 3]to [12, 1, 2, 3] (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Senegal— Customs notes changed: from
Drones require prior authorization from the Senegalese aviation authority — flying one without a permit risks confiscation.to (removed) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Senegal— Tip changed: from
Around Dakar's sights, polite-but-firm refusals handle persistent touts and "guides"; agree taxi fares before getting in, as meters are not used.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Serbia— emergency changed: from
{"police": "192", "fire": "193", "ambulance": "194"}to {"general": "112", "police": "192", "ambulance": "194", "fire": "193"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Serbia— tapWaterSafe changed: from
safeto not stated (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Serbia— payments changed: from
Cards are accepted in practically all city shops, restaurants and supermarkets, but keep dinars for markets, kiosks, taxis and rural areas. Euros are not legal tender — exchange at banks or licensed exchange offices.to No official source we could read describes card acceptance in Serbia. Canada's travel advice says euros are not legal tender but all banks and exchange offices readily convert them; the UK Foreign Office says to change money only at banks or official exchange offices, never with street dealers. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Serbia— bestTimeToVisit changed: from
May, June and September–October are pleasantly warm for Belgrade, Novi Sad and the monasteries; July is hot and lively around the EXIT and Guča festivals.to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Serbia. The CIA World Factbook describes a continental climate in the north, with cold winters and hot, humid summers, and continental and Mediterranean conditions elsewhere; the UK Foreign Office says wildfires are possible from April to October. (cia.gov )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Serbia— customs.notes changed: from
["Taking Serbian dinars out of the country is limited to RSD 120,000 per person — exchange leftover dinars before departure."]to ["The UK Foreign Office says you must declare personal items of value you are carrying, such as jewellery, cameras and computers; they are exempt from customs duties. Canada adds that you must take them with you when you leave.", "The UK Foreign Office says that if you bring Serbian dinars into the country you must show the receipt from the bank where you bought them, and advises exchanging unwanted dinars before you leave."] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Serbia— tips changed: from
… It rarely causes travelers real problems, but avoid volunteering your Kosovo travel plans …to FCDO: isolated cancellations and refusals (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Serbia— tips changed: from
… Rates are good and commission-free …to FCDO exchange advice (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Serbia— tips changed: from
… one reason Belgrade is a popular long-stay and remote-work base.to (clause removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Seychelles— Emergency numbers changed: from
general: 999to police: 999 · fire: 999 · ambulance: 151 (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Seychelles— Tap water changed: from
safe to drinkto not for drinking (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Seychelles— Payments changed: from
Cards are accepted at hotels, restaurants and larger shops, and tourism prices are often quoted (and payable) in euros; keep some rupees for market stalls, buses and small vendors.to Canada's travel advice says most hotels, restaurants and shops in tourist areas accept debit and credit cards, and that goods and services can be paid for in rupees, euros or US dollars. ATMs at the airport and in the main tourist areas generally issue only rupees, and exchanging money at anything other than the official rate is prohibited. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Seychelles— Best time to visit changed: from
April–May and October–November — the calm spells between the trade winds — bring the flattest seas and best visibility for beaches and diving; the islands are warm all year.to Canada's travel advice says the rainy season runs from December to March, when strong winds and torrential rain can hamper overland travel. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Seychelles— Customs note changed: from
Spearfishing equipment and spear guns may not be brought into Seychelles.to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Seychelles— Customs note changed: from
Fruit, vegetables, plants and animal products must be declared and may be seized to protect the islands' ecosystems.to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Seychelles— Tip changed: from
Rip currents claim lives every year, and conditions shift with the trade-wind seasons — swim at beaches with lifeguards where possible and heed warning flags, especially May to September on south- and west-facing beaches.to The UK Foreign Office says beaches can be safe at some times of year and dangerous at others: the west coast is generally unsafe during the north-west monsoon (around December to March) and the east coast during the south-east winds (around May to September), and Beau Vallon can have dangerous rip currents when the sea is rough. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Seychelles— Tip changed: from
Ferries and short flights between Mahé, Praslin and La Digue sell out in high season. Book inter-island transport ahead rather than on the day.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Seychelles— FAQ changed: from
There are no routine vaccination requirements. A yellow fever certificate is only demanded if you arrive from a country with transmission risk. Seychelles is malaria-free.to There are no routine vaccination requirements. A yellow fever certificate is only demanded if you arrive from a country with transmission risk. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Sierra Leone— emergency changed: from
{"general": "999"}to {"general": "117"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Sierra Leone— languages changed: from
["English", "Krio"]to ["English"] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Sierra Leone— bestTimeToVisit changed: from
{"months": [11, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4], "text": "November to April is the dry season — best for the peninsula beaches, Tiwai Island and up-country roads; May to October brings some of the heaviest rainfall in Africa."}to {"months": [12, 1, 2, 3, 4], "text": "The Government of Canada says the rainy season runs from May to November, when seasonal flooding, mudslides and landslides can make roads impassable; the UK Foreign Office notes that rough seas in the rainy season can delay or cancel the Freetown–Lungi water taxis."} (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Sierra Leone— customs.notes changed: from
Diamond and precious-mineral exports are tightly controlled — buying or carrying uncertified stones is a criminal offense.to You need an export licence to leave Sierra Leone with precious stones, according to the UK Foreign Office; the Government of Canada says the licence is issued by the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources and warns of fraud, including fake export certificates. The UK Foreign Office says diamond smuggling carries heavy penalties, including prison. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Sierra Leone— tips changed: from
lungi (night crossings); rainy season "among the heaviest in Africa"; yellow card "checked on arrival"; worn or small US notes "refused"to (removed) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Sierra Leone— faq changed: from
Generally yes. The country has been at peace since 2002 and the beach and wildlife circuit is relaxed and friendly…to The UK Foreign Office says the political situation has improved since the civil war ended in 2002, but it can change and protests can turn violent, so avoid political gatherings and follow any curfews. It reports robberies of British nationals, sometimes at knifepoint, in parts of Freetown and at peninsula beach resorts, and says serious road accidents are common. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Singapore— Payments changed: from
Cards and contactless payments are accepted almost everywhere, including public transport (foreign contactless bank cards work directly at MRT gates). Cash is only occasionally useful at hawker stalls and small kiosks.to Australia's Smartraveller says ATMs are available across the country and hotels, restaurants and shops accept international credit cards, but hawker centres and small retailers may not, so cash may be required there. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Singapore— Best time to visit changed: from
Singapore is hot and humid year-round; February–April tends to be slightly drier, while November–January brings the wettest monsoon months.to Canada's travel advice says the monsoon season runs from December to March (northeast monsoon) and from June to September (southwest monsoon). (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Singapore— Customs notes changed: from
There is NO duty-free allowance for cigarettes or tobacco — every stick brought in must be declared and duty paid. | E-cigarettes and vaping products are completely banned — bringing them in is an offense with heavy fines. | Chewing gum (other than therapeutic gum) may not be imported. | Drug offenses carry extremely severe penalties, including the death penalty for trafficking.to The UK government says vapes and e-cigarettes are banned: it is illegal to bring them into Singapore, including for personal use, and those found with them have them confiscated and could be fined. | Australia's Smartraveller says you may not bring in any chewing gum, including nicotine gum, even if you stay within the airport transit zone. | Australia's Smartraveller says penalties for drug offences include caning and the mandatory death sentence for some trafficking offences. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Singapore— Tip changed: from
Vapes and e-cigarettes are illegal in Singapore — possession or import brings fines that can reach thousands of dollars. Leave them at home.to The UK government says vapes and e-cigarettes are banned in Singapore: bringing them in is illegal even for personal use, and they are confiscated, with a possible fine. Leave them at home. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Singapore— Tip changed: from
Singapore has zero duty-free allowance for tobacco. Declare and pay duty on any cigarettes you carry in — undeclared packs found at the checkpoint mean heavy fines.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Singapore— Tip changed: from
Fines apply to littering, eating or drinking on the MRT, and importing chewing gum; drug offenses carry the death penalty. Singapore's rules are famous for a reason — follow them and you will find the city extremely easy to visit.to Australia's Smartraveller says Singapore has strict laws and penalties for acts that are legal or minor offences elsewhere, including smoking in public, spitting, importing or chewing gum, littering and jaywalking, and that drug trafficking can carry the mandatory death sentence. Follow the rules and the city is easy to visit. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Singapore— FAQ changed: from
Cigarettes: only if you declare them and pay duty — Singapore grants no duty-free tobacco allowance at all. Vapes and e-cigarettes: no, they are banned outright, and importing or possessing them is an offense with heavy fines.to Vapes and e-cigarettes: no — the UK government says they are banned and illegal to bring in, even for personal use. Cigarettes: you must declare anything that may be subject to tax or duty; we could not confirm Singapore's tobacco allowance from an official source. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovakia— Emergency numbers changed: from
{"general": "112"}to {"general": "112", "police": "158", "ambulance": "155", "fire": "150"} (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovakia— Payments changed: from
Cards and contactless are accepted almost everywhere, including small-town shops and supermarkets; keep a few euro coins for mountain huts, small kiosks and public toilets.to No official source we checked describes card acceptance in Slovakia specifically. The European Central Bank's 2024 payments survey found that across the euro area 89% of in-store transactions were, or could have been, paid without cash, and 95% could be paid in cash. Australia's Smartraveller says ATMs may be rare in mountain areas and small villages. (ecb.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovakia— Best time to visit changed: from
May to September is best for Bratislava, the castles and High Tatras hiking; December to March is ski season in the Tatras and Low Tatras.to 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. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovakia— Customs notes changed: from
Standard EU allowances apply to alcohol and tobacco brought from outside the EU.to Duty-free from outside the EU: 1 litre of spirits and other goods up to €300 (€430 arriving by air or sea). Slovakia applies the EU's lower tobacco limit to land and sea travellers — 40 cigarettes instead of 200. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovakia— Tip changed: from
Driving on Slovak motorways requires an electronic vignette (eznamka.sk). Buy it online before crossing the border; enforcement is by camera and fines are steep.to Driving on Slovak motorways requires a vignette, sold online at eznamka.sk and at border crossings, petrol stations and post offices. The UK government says you could get a heavy fine without one. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovakia— Tip changed: from
Mountain rescue in the Tatras can be charged to uninsured hikers. Carry insurance that covers mountain rescue, check avalanche and storm warnings, and note the rescue number 18 300.to The UK government says that if you need the Slovak Mountain Rescue Service (HZS) you will have to meet costs of up to €1,000, and that ignoring HZS rules or instructions can bring a fine of up to €3,320. Make sure your insurance covers mountain rescue. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovakia— Tip changed: from
Bratislava is under an hour from Vienna by train or bus with no border checks inside Schengen — the two capitals pair easily in one trip.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovakia— FAQ changed: from
The euro, since 2009 — unlike neighboring Czechia, Poland and Hungary, which keep their own currencies. Cards are accepted almost everywhere.to The euro, which Slovakia adopted in 2009 (European Central Bank). (ecb.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovakia— FAQ changed: from
No. Many high-mountain trails close seasonally from November 1 to June 15 for safety and conservation, and snow lingers into early summer. Valley walks and ski resorts operate through winter; check trail status locally before setting out.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovenia— emergency changed: from
{"general": "112"}to {"general": "112", "police": "113"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovenia— payments changed: from
Cards are accepted nearly everywhere, from Ljubljana cafés to Lake Bled boat rentals; a little cash is handy at farmers' markets, mountain huts and rural guesthouses.to No official source we could read describes card acceptance in Slovenia. Canada's travel advice says ATMs are rare in mountain regions and small villages, and advises carrying sufficient cash. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovenia— bestTimeToVisit changed: from
May to September is ideal for Lake Bled, Ljubljana and hiking in the Julian Alps; winter brings skiing at Kranjska Gora and quiet karst towns.to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Slovenia. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovenia— customs.notes changed: from
["Standard EU allowances apply to alcohol and tobacco brought from outside the EU."]to ["The UK government's travel advice says you cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into EU countries, with exceptions such as powdered baby milk, baby food and special foods or pet feed needed for medical reasons."] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovenia— tips changed: from
July and August crowds at Lake Bled and Vintgar Gorge are heavy ...to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovenia— tips changed: from
... mountain rescue can be charged to uninsured hikers.to UK hiking advice; mountain rescue 112 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovenia— faq changed: from
There are no border checks when arriving from Italy, Austria, Hungary or Croatiato Internal border controls may be temporarily reintroduced (Canada) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovenia— faq changed: from
no border checks; Trieste, Zagreb and Istria within a couple of hoursto Schengen membership; internal controls may be reintroduced (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Solomon Islands— Emergency numbers changed: from
general 999, police 999to police 999, ambulance 111, fire 988 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Solomon Islands— Languages changed: from
English, Solomon Islands Pijinto English (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Solomon Islands— Best time to visit changed: from
[5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10]to [5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Solomon Islands— Customs note changed: from
Biosecurity is strict — fresh food, seeds, plants, timber, and unwashed dive or hiking gear must be declared and may be treated or seized.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Solomon Islands— Customs note changed: from
Firearms, ammunition and offensive weapons are prohibited without a permit issued in advance by the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Solomon Islands— Customs note changed: from
Removing artefacts, war relics from the Guadalcanal campaign, coral, turtle shell or other protected wildlife products without a permit is an offense.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Solomon Islands— Tip changed: from
Domestic flights and inter-island ships are frequently delayed or canceled by weather. Leave at least one buffer day before your international departure from Honiara.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Somalia— Emergency numbers changed: from
general: 888to police: 888 · ambulance: 999 · fire: 555 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Somalia— Customs note changed: from
Alcohol is illegal in Somalia and may not be brought into the country.to The UK FCDO says drinking and selling alcohol is banned in Somalia. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Somalia— Customs note changed: from
Narcotics are strictly prohibited; khat is legal and widely traded domestically.to The UK FCDO says khat is legal in Somalia but taking it out of the country is an offence; bags are regularly searched at Hargeisa and Mogadishu airports, and anyone found with khat is likely to be prosecuted. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Somalia— Tip changed: from
Somalia is under do-not-travel advisories from virtually every government — terrorism and kidnapping risks are severe, independent tourism is effectively impossible, and visitors travel with armed escorts arranged before arrival.to The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Somalia, including Somaliland, except the regions of Awdal, Maroodijeh and Sahil, where it advises against all but essential travel; Canada advises avoiding all travel. The FCDO says road travel is dangerous and to get advice from a security firm or sponsoring organisation. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Somalia— Tip changed: from
Somaliland runs its own entry regime — flights to Hargeisa require a separate Somaliland visa (issued on arrival or through its missions for many nationalities), and federal Somali visas are not accepted there, nor Somaliland visas in Mogadishu.to The UK FCDO says that if you fly to Hargeisa you may be asked to show the Somali eVisa to board, but it is not valid for entry there: you must buy a single-entry visa on arrival at Hargeisa International Airport, valid for one month. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Somalia— Tip changed: from
Bring clean, recent US dollar notes — cash dollars and mobile money pay for nearly everything, and ATMs accepting foreign cards are scarce and unreliable.to Take cash, in US dollars: the UK FCDO says credit cards are not widely accepted and the dollar is the main currency for exchange. In Hargeisa you can withdraw dollars from ATMs with international cards. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Somalia— FAQ answer changed: from
No — Somalia is one of the highest-risk destinations in the world. Governments advise against all travel due to terrorism, kidnapping and armed conflict, and the few visitors who go travel with professional security arranged in advance.to No. The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Somalia, including Somaliland, except three north-western regions (Awdal, Maroodijeh and Sahil), and says terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks; Canada advises avoiding all travel. FCDO support is severely limited, with no in-person consular help. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Somalia— FAQ answer changed: from
Yes. The self-declared Republic of Somaliland controls its own borders: travelers flying into Hargeisa need a Somaliland visa, and a Somali federal visa or eVisa is not valid there. The two entry systems are completely separate.to Yes. The UK FCDO says the Somali eVisa is not valid for entry at Hargeisa: travellers flying in must buy a single-entry Somaliland visa on arrival, valid for one month, although airlines may still ask to see the eVisa at boarding. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Africa— Languages changed: from
English, Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaansto All 12 official languages, including South African Sign Language (assets.publishing.service.gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Africa— Tap water changed: from
Safe to drinkto Not confirmed safe (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Africa— Payments changed: from
Cards and contactless accepted almost everywhereto No official description of card acceptance (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Africa— Travel tip changed: from
Tap water is safe to drink in Cape Town, Johannesburg and other major cities. In rural areas, townships with intermittent supply, and after storms, stick to bottled or filtered water.to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Korea— Tap water changed: from
safe to drinkto no official source says it is safe (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Korea— Payments changed: from
cards widely, cash lowto cards limited, cash low (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Korea— Best time to visit changed: from
[4, 5, 9, 10, 11]to [4, 5, 10, 11] (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Korea— Customs notes changed: from
Duty-free allowance: 200 cigarettes, 2 bottles of alcohol (up to 2 liters total, under 400 USD) and goods worth up to 800 USD per adult.to (removed) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Korea— Customs notes changed: from
Fresh fruit, meat and many agricultural products cannot be brought in — fines for undeclared items are heavy.to (removed) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Korea— Tip changed: from
Buy a T-money card at any convenience store on arrival. It works on subways, buses and taxis nationwide and can pay at convenience stores too.to (removed) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)