Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 4, 2026South Korea— Tip changed: from ~~Google Maps navigation is limited in Korea. Download Naver Map or Kakao Map (both have English versions) for directions and public transport.~~ to (removed) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— emergency changed: from ~~{"general": "999"}~~ to {"general": "777"} (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— languages changed: from ~~["English", "Juba Arabic"]~~ to ["English"] (assets.publishing.service.gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— tapWaterSafe changed: from ~~not safe~~ to not stated (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— payments changed: from South Sudan is a cash economy. Bring clean, recent US dollar notes to exchange, as cards are accepted almost nowhere and ATMs rarely work with foreign cards. The pound's street value shifts quickly, so change modest amounts at a time. to The UK Foreign Office says international cards are not widely accepted, though some newer hotels and supermarkets are starting to, and ATMs are hard to find and often do not take international cards; it advises bringing large-denomination US dollars in clean, unmarked notes dated 2017 or later. Canada's travel advice says larger expenses such as hotel bills must be paid in cash, and that changing money outside banks and exchange bureaus is illegal. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— bestTimeToVisit changed: from ~~December to February is the heart of the dry season, when roads are passable and the heat, while intense, is at its most manageable; the rains (roughly May to October) cut off much of the country.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit South Sudan. The UK Foreign Office says that during the rainy season, from April to November, most roads outside Juba become impassable and there is a risk of being cut off by floods. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— customs.notes changed: from ["Photography in public requires a permit — photographing airports, bridges, government buildings or military sites can lead to arrest even with one.", "Drones and satellite phones attract close scrutiny and may be seized without prior clearance."] to ["The UK Foreign Office says there are strict rules on goods you can take into or out of South Sudan, and you must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.", "Canada's travel advice says a permit from the Ministry of Information is required for photography, including on a mobile phone, and that even with one it is prohibited to photograph military installations, military and police personnel, government buildings and infrastructure such as roads, bridges, dams and airfields, and public utilities."] (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— tips changed: from ~~South Sudan is under do-not-travel advisories from most governments …~~ to FCDO / Canada advisories (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— tips changed: from ~~… arrests of foreigners over photos are well documented.~~ to Canada photography rules (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— tips changed: from ~~… your hotel or host organization can usually help.~~ to FCDO registration rule (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— tips changed: from ~~… worn or pre-2013 bills are often refused.~~ to Notes dated 2017 or later (FCDO); pre-2006 refused (Canada) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— faq changed: from ~~No — most governments advise against all travel …~~ to FCDO / Canada advisories (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Spain— Languages changed: from ~~Spanish, Catalan, Galician, Basque~~ to Spanish, Catalan, Galician, Basque, Valencian, Aranese (mptmd.gob.es )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Spain— Payments changed: from ~~Cards and contactless payments are accepted almost everywhere, including small purchases. Some small bars and markets remain cash-only.~~ to No official source we could read describes card acceptance in Spain. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Spain— Best time to visit changed: from ~~April–June and September–October offer warm weather without the peak-summer heat and crowds; the south is pleasant even in winter.~~ to No official source we could read gives seasonal travel guidance for Spain. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Spain— Customs note changed: from ~~Duty-free from outside the EU: 200 cigarettes, 1 liter of spirits, goods up to €300 (€430 arriving by air/sea).~~ to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Spain— Customs note changed: from ~~No limits on goods for personal use when arriving from another EU country.~~ to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Spain— Tip changed: from ~~First-time EES biometric registration can add wait time at airports. Arrive with margin on your first Schengen entry.~~ to Canada's travel advice says that under the EU's Entry/Exit System you may be asked to give biometric details each time you enter or exit the Schengen area, so allow extra time at the border. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Spain— Tip changed: from ~~Keep valuables secure on the Madrid and Barcelona metro and around major sights — pickpocketing is the most common tourist crime.~~ to Canada's travel advice says pickpocketing and bag snatching are common, especially in Madrid and Barcelona, and that thieves often target tourists at weekends, holidays and festivals. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sri Lanka— emergency changed: from ~~{"police": "119", "ambulance": "1990", "fire": "110", "touristPolice": "1912"}~~ to {"police": "119", "ambulance": "110", "fire": "110", "touristPolice": "+94 11 242 1052"} (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sri Lanka— payments.text changed: from ~~Cards are accepted in hotels, supermarkets and tourist restaurants in Colombo and resort areas, but tuk-tuks, guesthouses, small shops and rural areas run on cash. ATMs are widespread in towns.~~ to The Government of Canada says credit cards are widely accepted in major urban and tourist centres, but you may have difficulty making credit card cash withdrawals, and while there are ATMs in major cities, some do not accept international cards. The UK Foreign Office adds that most major banks allow Visa and Mastercard cash withdrawals. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sri Lanka— customs.notes changed: from ~~Duty-free allowance includes 2 bottles of wine and 1.5 liters of spirits per adult; cigarettes are not part of the duty-free allowance and attract high duty.~~ to (deleted) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sri Lanka— customs.notes changed: from ~~No arrival card is currently required for air arrivals — passenger details are captured through the ETA.~~ to (deleted) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sri Lanka— tips changed: from ~~Apply only at the official eta.gov.lk. Lookalike ETA websites rank high in search results and charge double or triple the official fee, or sell authorisations that never arrive.~~ to Apply only at the official eta.gov.lk. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sudan— Payments changed: from The banking system has largely broken down during the war — international cards and ATMs do not work for foreign visitors, so US dollars in cash are essential. Exchange rates vary widely between official and market channels. to Canada's travel advice says foreign debit and credit cards are not accepted, ATMs serve only local accounts, and international flights and hotel bills must be paid in cash, so bring enough US dollars for your stay. The UK government adds that only US dollar notes dated 2006 or later may be exchanged. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sudan— Best time to visit changed: from ~~November to February is the cooler dry season — in normal times the window for Nile valley trips and the Meroë pyramids, though tourism is suspended by the war.~~ to 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. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sudan— Customs notes changed: from ~~Alcohol may not be brought into Sudan. | Photographing bridges, airports, military sites and infrastructure can lead to detention.~~ to Canada's travel advice says it is prohibited to import or consume alcohol, even in private. | Australia's Smartraveller says you need a permit for photography of any kind, and that even with one you may not photograph military areas, infrastructure or slums. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sudan— Tip changed: from Sudan is in active civil war — governments advise against all travel. Khartoum airport and much of the capital have been battlegrounds, land routes are dangerous, and no meaningful consular assistance is available in-country. to 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. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sudan— Tip changed: from Travelers who do enter must register with the Aliens Department of the Ministry of Interior within three days of arrival (some larger hotels do it for you), and need a travel permit, applied for in the country, to leave the Red Sea State. to Canada's travel advice says foreigners must register with the Ministry of the Interior's Aliens' Registration Office within 3 days of arrival (some larger hotels do it for a fee), and the UK government says you need a travel permit, applied for in the country, to leave the Red Sea State. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sudan— Tip changed: from ~~Evidence of travel to Israel in your passport can lead to refusal of a visa or entry.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the authorities will automatically deny you entry if your passport contains an Israeli stamp. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sudan— FAQ changed: from ~~Effectively no. Since fighting broke out in April 2023 the country has been in civil war — tourism has stopped, scheduled flights are minimal, and Western governments advise against all travel.~~ to 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. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Suriname— Languages changed: from ~~["Dutch", "Sranan Tongo"]~~ to ["Dutch"] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Suriname— Tap water safe to drink changed: from ~~Yes~~ to No (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Suriname— Payments changed: from Cards are accepted in Paramaribo's larger hotels, supermarkets and a few restaurants, but foreign cards are often declined and ATMs do not always accept them. Bring US dollars or euros in cash to change at a bank or licensed cambio, and carry Surinamese dollars for the interior, where there is no banking at all. to Canada's travel advice says Suriname's economy is primarily cash-based and only major hotels and some restaurants accept credit cards, and that exchanging money on the street is illegal — use hotels, banks or official exchanges (cambios). The UK government says some cash machines in Paramaribo accept international cards, and to bring US dollars or euros. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Suriname— Best time to visit (months) changed: from ~~2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 11~~ to 3, 4, 9, 10 (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Suriname— Best time to visit changed: from Suriname has two dry seasons — a short one in February and March and a long one from August to November. The long dry season is best for river trips, jungle lodges and the sea-turtle beaches at Galibi. 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 names a best season; the months shown fall between the two. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Suriname— Customs notes changed: from Gold cannot simply be carried out of the country — exports are controlled and require documentation. | Wildlife products, including caiman and jaguar items and untreated feathers, are prohibited under CITES rules. | Fresh food, plants and seeds are restricted; declare anything agricultural rather than risk a penalty. to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Suriname— Tip changed: from Dutch is the official language and the one used on signs and paperwork, with Sranan Tongo as the everyday lingua franca. English is widely understood in Paramaribo's tourism trade but much less so in the interior. to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Suriname— Tip changed: from Carry cash. The Surinamese dollar has been through heavy devaluations, foreign cards are often refused, and prices for tours are frequently quoted in US dollars or euros. Bring clean, undamaged notes to change at a bank or cambio. to 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. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Suriname— Tip changed: from The rainforest interior — Bigi Pan, the Upper Suriname river villages, Raleighvallen — is reached by shared taxi and dugout canoe or by a small plane, and effectively has to be booked as a package. Allow a spare day either side of an international flight. to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Suriname— Tip changed: from Suriname drives on the left, a legacy it shares with neighboring Guyana, and the road east into French Guiana ends at a ferry across the Marowijne river. If you plan to drive on, check the ferry timetable and the French border requirements in advance. to Canada's travel advice says traffic in Suriname drives on the left and that driving conditions may be hazardous during the rainy season. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sweden— tapWaterSafe changed: from ~~true~~ to false (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sweden— payments changed: from ~~Sweden is close to cashless. Cards and the Swish app are accepted virtually everywhere, and many cafés, buses and attractions no longer take cash at all. There is little reason to change money.~~ to The UK government's travel advice says many shops, cafes and restaurants do not accept cash, so make sure you have a debit or credit card with you. Canada's travel advice also says many shops and restaurants no longer accept cash. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sweden— bestTimeToVisit changed: from ~~May–September brings long days, archipelago trips and midsummer festivities; December is atmospheric for Christmas markets, and the far north offers northern lights through the winter.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Sweden. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sweden— customs.notes changed: from ["Duty-free from outside the EU: 200 cigarettes, 1 liter of spirits, goods up to €430 arriving by air or sea.", "No limits on goods for personal use when arriving from another EU country; note that strong alcohol is sold only through the state monopoly inside Sweden."] to ["Arriving from outside the EU, the EU's Your Europe portal lists the duty-free allowance as 4 litres of still wine and 16 litres of beer, plus 1 litre of spirits over 22% (or 2 litres of fortified or sparkling wine), 200 cigarettes in countries applying the higher tobacco limit, and other goods worth up to €430 for air and sea travellers (€300 otherwise).", "Between EU countries no further tax is due on goods for your own use, but each country may set guideline quantities, which may not be lower than 800 cigarettes, 10 litres of spirits, 90 litres of wine and 110 litres of beer (EU Your Europe). Under Sweden's Alcohol Act, retail sale of spirits, wine and strong beer is reserved for a state-owned company."] (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sweden— tips changed: from ~~... close early on Saturdays and all day Sunday; the minimum purchase age there is 20.~~ to State retail monopoly and purchase age 20 per the Alcohol Act (riksdagen.se )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sweden— tips changed: from ~~hike, forage and wild-camp on most open land for a night or two~~ to Canada: camping on public land, not within 70 m of a dwelling or cultivated land (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Sweden— tips changed: from ~~polar night and serious cold from December to February~~ to Winter road conditions and winter-tyre rule (UK advice) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Switzerland— Tap water safe to drink changed: from ~~True~~ to False (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Switzerland— Card acceptance / cash importance changed: from ~~widely/low~~ to limited/low (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Switzerland— Best time to visit changed: from ~~[1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12]~~ to [1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Switzerland— Currency changed: from ~~Swiss Franc (CHF)~~ to Swiss franc (CHF) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Switzerland— Customs note changed: from ~~Switzerland is outside the EU customs union: allowances apply even when arriving from EU neighbors — 250 cigarettes, 5 liters of alcohol up to 18% and 1 liter above 18% per adult per day.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Switzerland— Customs note changed: from ~~Goods worth more than CHF 150 per person per day are subject to Swiss VAT on the full value.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Switzerland— Tip changed: from ~~Switzerland is one of the world's most expensive destinations. Budget roughly double what you would spend in neighboring countries; a simple lunch can cost CHF 20–30.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Syria— Emergency numbers changed: from ~~police: 112 · ambulance: 110~~ to police: 112 · ambulance: 110 · fire: 113 (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Syria— Customs note changed: from ~~Satellite phones, drones and professional camera equipment can be confiscated or require permits — journalists need prior accreditation.~~ to The UK FCDO says security forces may confiscate phones, cameras and other recording equipment, and that foreign journalists should check Syrian requirements with the authorities before entering. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Syria— Customs note changed: from ~~Any evidence of travel to Israel in your passport or belongings leads to refused entry.~~ to The UK FCDO says Israeli and Iranian citizens cannot enter Syria, and that you may be refused entry if your passport shows previous travel to Israel. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Syria— Tip changed: from ~~Most governments still advise against all travel to Syria — if you go anyway, use an experienced local guide, share your itinerary with someone at home and register with your embassy where possible.~~ to The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Syria because of unpredictable security conditions and the threat of terrorist attacks. It warns that landmines and other unexploded weapons remain in less populated and rural areas: do not step off roads and paved areas without an experienced guide. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Syria— Tip changed: from ~~Travelers with Israeli stamps, visas or any other evidence of travel to Israel are refused entry. Use a clean passport.~~ to The UK FCDO says you may be refused entry if your passport shows previous travel to Israel, and that Israeli citizens cannot enter Syria. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Syria— Tip changed: from ~~Bring US dollars or euros in cash for the entire trip — foreign cards and ATMs do not work, and crisp, undamaged notes get the best rates.~~ to Bring US dollars or euros in cash: Canada says credit cards are not widely accepted, ATMs are not always reliable and sanctions may stop foreign cards working. Exchange money only at banks or official exchange counters — street exchange is illegal. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Syria— Tip changed: from ~~Expect frequent checkpoints between cities. Carry your passport, visa and any permits at all times, and never photograph military or government sites.~~ to Canada says roadblocks and checkpoints are common, including on the highways linking Damascus with Aleppo, Jordan and Beirut. The UK FCDO says you must carry copies of your passport photo page and visa, and Canada says photographing military or government installations is prohibited. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Syria— FAQ answer changed: from No — most governments advise against all travel. Damascus, Aleppo and the coast are calmer than during the war years, and organized tours do run, but unexploded ordnance, sporadic fighting, terrorism and detention risks remain real, and consular support is minimal. Anyone going should use experienced local guides and follow conditions daily. to No. The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Syria because of unpredictable security conditions and the threat of terrorist attacks, and says terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks. It also warns of unexploded weapons in less populated and rural areas and of the risk of detention for journalists and other foreign nationals. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Syria— FAQ answer changed: from Cash only. Bring US dollars or euros for your whole stay — international cards and ATMs do not work for visitors — and exchange into Syrian pounds in small amounts as needed. Clean, recent-series banknotes are strongly preferred. to Cash. Canada's travel advice says the economy is primarily cash-based, credit cards are not widely accepted and you should carry enough US dollars or euros; ATMs in major cities are not always reliable. Exchange only at banks or official exchange counters. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Taiwan— Payments changed: from ~~Cards and mobile payments widely accepted in cities; EasyCard for transport and shops~~ to No official description of card acceptance (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Taiwan— Best time to visit changed: from ~~Summer typhoon risk from July to September~~ to Typhoons usually May to November (Government of Canada, UK FCDO) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Taiwan— Customs notes changed: from Bringing in meat products is banned under African swine fever controls — undeclared pork products carry very heavy fines. | Duty-free allowances for adults are 1 liter of alcohol and 200 cigarettes. | Fresh fruit and plants may not be brought in without quarantine clearance. to Do not bring animal products into Taiwan without authorisation: the UK FCDO says you may face a heavy fine, and customs have increased inspections because of African swine fever in pork products. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Taiwan— Travel tip changed: from ~~Buy an EasyCard at any metro station or convenience store. It works on the Taipei and Kaohsiung metros, buses, trains and in shops, and makes getting around effortless.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Taiwan— Travel tip changed: from ~~Submit … within 7 days before you arrive~~ to Submit … within three days before you arrive (twac.immigration.gov.tw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Tajikistan— Languages changed: from ~~Tajik, Russian~~ to Tajik (cia.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Tajikistan— Best time to visit changed: from ~~[4, 5, 6, 9, 10]~~ to [6, 7, 8, 9] (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Tajikistan— Customs notes changed: from ~~Drones may not be brought in without prior permission. They are routinely confiscated at the border.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Tajikistan— Customs notes changed: from ~~Carry a doctor's letter for strong prescription painkillers; some codeine- and tramadol-based medicines are controlled substances.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Tanzania— tapWaterSafe changed: from ~~not safe~~ to not stated (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Tanzania— payments changed: from Cards are accepted at safari lodges, larger hotels and city supermarkets, but day-to-day Tanzania runs on cash and mobile money. Carry shillings for markets and transport, plus clean, recent US dollar notes for visas, park fees and tips. to Canada's travel advice says Tanzanian shillings or US dollars are the preferred method of payment and credit cards are not widely accepted in rural areas; ATMs in the main cities occasionally run out of cash. The UK Foreign Office says US dollars are widely accepted in tourist areas. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Tanzania— bestTimeToVisit changed: from ~~[6, 7, 8, 9, 10]~~ to [1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Tanzania— bestTimeToVisit changed: from June to October — the long dry season — is prime time for safaris, Kilimanjaro treks and Zanzibar beaches, with Serengeti river crossings roughly July to September; January and February make a good second window. to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Tanzania. The UK Foreign Office says the rainy seasons generally run from the end of March to May and from October to mid-December; Canada gives March to May and November to December on the mainland. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Tanzania— customs.notes changed: from ["Plastic carrier bags are banned in Tanzania — remove them from your luggage before arrival (resealable ziplock bags for toiletries are tolerated).", "Drones require a permit from the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority, arranged before travel.", "Exporting unlicensed wildlife products, including some shells and corals sold on beaches, is prohibited."] to ["The UK Foreign Office says plastic bags are banned: if you arrive by air you will be asked to hand them over, although zip-lock bags used for airline security are not included.", "Canada's travel advice says you must obtain a permit from the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority to import a drone.", "The UK Foreign Office says exporting wildlife items, including horns and seashells, without a certified export permit from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism is illegal, and advises against bringing animal-skin accessories into the country."] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Tanzania— tips changed: from ~~… travelers have been fined at entry points.~~ to FCDO plastic-bag rule (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Thailand— Payments changed: from ~~Cards are accepted in hotels, malls and larger restaurants; markets, street food and taxis are cash-first. QR payments (PromptPay) dominate locally but usually require a Thai bank account.~~ to No official source we could read describes card acceptance in Thailand. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Thailand— Best time to visit changed: from ~~11,12,1,2~~ to 12,1,2 (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Thailand— Best time to visit changed: from ~~November to February is the cool, dry season — the most comfortable time across most of the country.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the rainy (monsoon) season runs from June to November and that typhoons usually occur from April to November. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Thailand— Customs note changed: from ~~Duty-free allowance: 200 cigarettes and 1 liter of alcohol per adult.~~ to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Thailand— Customs note changed: from ~~E-cigarettes and vaping devices are prohibited — possession can lead to fines or arrest.~~ to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Thailand— Tip changed: from ~~Overstaying costs 500 THB per day (capped at 20,000 THB); overstays of 90+ days trigger multi-year re-entry bans.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says overstaying costs 500 baht a day, up to 20,000 baht, and that you risk detention, deportation at your own expense and a re-entry ban of up to 10 years. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Thailand— Tip changed: from ~~E-cigarettes are illegal to bring into or use in Thailand.~~ to Vapes and e-cigarettes are illegal to possess or use in Thailand — the UK Foreign Office says there are no exceptions for tourists or for personal use. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Thailand— Tip changed: from ~~Thailand has strict lèse-majesté laws — never comment disrespectfully on the monarchy, online or offline.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says criticising the Thai monarchy (lèse-majesté) is illegal, that the law can be interpreted broadly and carries a long prison sentence, and that people have been charged over comments and shared articles online. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Timor-Leste— emergency changed: from ~~{"general": "112"}~~ to {"police": "112", "ambulance": "110", "fire": "115"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Timor-Leste— customs.notes changed: from ~~Duty-free allowances are modest (roughly 200 cigarettes and a small quantity of alcohol per adult). Declare anything beyond personal use.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says there are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Timor-Leste, and you must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Timor-Leste— tips changed: from ~~Malaria and dengue occur year-round. Use repellent and consider prophylaxis for rural stays. Bring any medication you need; pharmacies outside Dili are very limited.~~ to The UK Foreign Office lists dengue, chikungunya, typhoid, hepatitis and rabies (in Oecusse, Bobonaro and Covalima, and possibly elsewhere) among the health risks, and says medical services are limited, particularly outside Dili; a medical emergency is likely to mean evacuation to Australia or Singapore. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Timor-Leste— tips changed: from ~~Atauro Island, a short boat ride from Dili, sits on some of the world's most biodiverse reefs…~~ to (deleted) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Timor-Leste— faq changed: from ~~The US dollar is the official currency (with local centavo coins). Bring cash. Cards work only in a few Dili establishments, and ATMs are unreliable. Small, clean bills are the most practical.~~ to The US dollar, according to the Government of Canada, which also says the economy is primarily cash based and credit cards are not widely accepted. Older notes can be refused: Canada says many places will not accept bills issued before 2007, and the UK Foreign Office says notes printed before 2009 are usually rejected but can be changed at the Central Bank in Dili. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Togo— Payments changed: from Cash dominates. Cards are accepted only at larger hotels and supermarkets in Lomé, and ATMs are unreliable outside the capital. Mobile-money services are widely used locally; carry CFA francs for everyday spending. to The UK government says Togo is a cash-based society: credit cards are not widely accepted, card machines at the hotels and restaurants that do take cards are unreliable, and some ATMs in Lomé accept international cards. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Togo— Best time to visit changed: from ~~November to February is the main dry season — the best window for the beaches around Lomé, the Koutammakou landscape and hiking in the Plateaux region, though the harmattan can bring hazy skies.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the rainy season runs from April to November, and that the harmattan, a dusty wind from the Sahara, blows from December to March. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Togo— Customs notes changed: from ~~Large amounts of cash should be declared on arrival. Confirm current thresholds with Togolese customs before carrying significant sums.~~ to (none) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Togo— Tip changed: from ~~Avoid the Savanes region along the Burkina Faso border — foreign governments warn of a real terrorism risk there; the rest of the country is far calmer.~~ to The UK government advises against all travel within 5 km of the border with Burkina Faso and against all but essential travel to the rest of the Savanes region, and says terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Togo. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Togo— Tip changed: from ~~Keep your yellow fever certificate with your passport. It is checked on arrival and sometimes at land borders.~~ to Keep your yellow fever certificate with your passport: the UK government says you must have one to enter Togo. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Togo— Tip changed: from ~~Withdraw or exchange CFA francs in Lomé before traveling upcountry. The same currency is used in Benin, Burkina Faso and other WAEMU neighbors, so leftover notes stay useful.~~ to Withdraw or exchange CFA francs in Lomé before travelling upcountry. The UK government says Togo is a cash-based society and that some ATMs in Lomé accept international cards. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Togo— FAQ changed: from Lomé, the coast and the central Plateaux are generally safe, with petty theft the main concern. The exception is the far-northern Savanes region near Burkina Faso, where governments advise against travel due to terrorism risk. Check current advisories before planning a route north. to The UK government advises against all travel within 5 km of the Burkina Faso border and against all but essential travel to the rest of the far-northern Savanes region, and says terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Togo. Check current advisories before planning a route north. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Togo— FAQ changed: from Yes. The coastal crossings at Aflao (Ghana) and Hillacondji (Benin) are busy and straightforward for ECOWAS citizens. Other nationalities who need a visa must arrive with an approved eVisa, since visas on arrival are suspended. to ECOWAS citizens can cross freely. Other nationalities who need a visa must arrive with an approved eVisa, since visas on arrival are suspended. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)