Data updates: October 2026
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- Oct 4, 2026Portugal— Tap water changed: from
not statedto safe (environment.ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Romania— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Russia— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Rwanda— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Samoa— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Senegal— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Slovakia— Tap water changed: from
not statedto safe (environment.ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Solomon Islands— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Somalia— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Africa— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026South Sudan— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Sri Lanka— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Sweden— Tap water changed: from
not statedto safe (environment.ec.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Syria— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Taiwan— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Tajikistan— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Timor-Leste— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Trinidad and Tobago— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Tunisia— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Turkey— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Ukraine— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Uzbekistan— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Vanuatu— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Vietnam— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Yemen— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Zambia— Tap water changed: from
not statedto not safe (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— summary changed: from
Nearly every government advises against all travel: armed attacksto The UK, Canadian and Australian governments advise against all travel: armed attacks (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Afghanistan— visa policy notes (197 passports) changed: from
Nearly every government advises against all travel to Afghanistan.to The UK, Canadian and Australian governments advise against all travel to Afghanistan. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Algeria— Best time to visit (months) changed: from
3, 4, 5, 10, 11to (none) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Andorra— Travel insurance changed: from
Andorra does not require a visa. Travelers who need a Schengen visa to reach Andorra through France or Spain must hold the travel medical insurance the visa requires (minimum EUR 30,000 cover); winter-sports cover is strongly recommended for ski trips.to Andorra does not require a visa. Travelers who need a Schengen visa to reach Andorra through France or Spain must hold the travel medical insurance the visa requires (minimum EUR 30,000 cover). The UK government says the EHIC and GHIC are not valid in Andorra and advises comprehensive travel and medical insurance that covers your planned activities. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Antigua and Barbuda— summary and FAQ changed: from
Antigua and Barbuda waives visas for more than 100 nationalitiesto Antigua and Barbuda waives visas for about 90 nationalities (immigration.gov.ag )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— passportValidity changed: from
Argentina requires your passport to be valid for the duration of your stay; there is no formal 6-month rule, though airlines sometimes apply their own stricter checks.to The UK Foreign Office says your passport must be valid for the proposed duration of your stay in Argentina; it sets no 6-month rule. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— onwardTicket changed: from
Not a formal requirement, but airlines and immigration officers may ask for proof of return or onward travel and where you will stay.to Not a formal requirement, but Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask you to show a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— proofOfFunds changed: from
No fixed amount is set, but officers may ask about your means of support and travel plans when granting entry.to No fixed amount is published, but Canada's travel advice says customs officials may ask for proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Argentina— safety changed: from
Argentina is one of the safer countries in Latin America. The main risk is petty theft — pickpocketing, bag-snatching and phone theft in Buenos Aires tourist areas such as La Boca, Retiro and on public transport. Avoid displaying phones and jewellery on the street.to The UK Foreign Office says thieves and pickpockets operate on public transport and at bus and train terminals, and can snatch a mobile phone while you are using it on the street. In Buenos Aires it advises particular caution in areas including La Boca, Palermo, San Telmo and Retiro. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Armenia— FAQ changed: from
Yes — e-Visa-eligible nationalities can obtain a visitor visa on arrival at Zvartnots Airport and at open land crossings: AMD 3,000 for 21 days or AMD 15,000 for 120 days. Applying online in advance at evisa.mfa.am avoids any line.to For some nationalities. Around 20 — including Canada, Mexico, South Africa, Thailand and Türkiye — can get a visitor visa on arrival at Zvartnots Airport and open land crossings outright: AMD 3,000 for 21 days or AMD 15,000 for 120 days. Most other e-Visa nationalities qualify on arrival only if they hold a valid visa or residence permit from the EU or Schengen states, the US, the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Russia or Japan, or a residence permit from a Gulf state; Taiwanese passports cannot get one. Applying online in advance at evisa.mfa.am works for all of them. (mfa.am )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Armenia— Best time to visit (months) changed: from
5, 6, 9, 10to (none) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Australia— tips changed: from
Use SPF 50+, a hat and sunglasses, and swim only between the red-and-yellow flags at patrolled beaches.to Canada's travel advice says riptides are common on Australia's coast and several drownings occur each year: avoid unsupervised beaches, follow lifeguards' instructions and respect the beach flag warning system. The UK's says rip currents can happen at any beach. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Australia— tips changed: from
Distances are vast. Fly between regions, plan fuel and water for outback drives, and avoid driving rural roads at dawn or dusk.to Canada's travel advice says outback settlements are far apart and isolated: plan your overland route carefully, carry sufficient fuel, water and food, and take care driving in rural areas at night, when roaming animals and road trains are hazards. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Australia— Safety changed: from
Australia is a very safe destination with low crime. The real risks are natural: extreme UV, rip currents at beaches (swim between the flags), remote-area driving, and seasonal bushfires and floods. Check local warnings.to Canada's travel advice says violent crime is low, while petty crime occurs mostly in larger cities and vehicle break-ins are common. The main hazards the Canadian and UK governments describe are natural: rip currents at beaches, remote outback driving, and seasonal bushfires, floods and cyclones. Check local warnings. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Australia— Best time to visit (months) changed: from
Mar · Apr · May · Sep · Oct · Novto May · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Austria— Customs notes changed: from
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.to Goods for your own use bought in another EU country carry no further duty. Above the guide levels each EU country sets, which may not be lower than 800 cigarettes or 10 litres of spirits, customs may ask you to show they are for your own use. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Azerbaijan— Visa policy (Armenia) changed: from
Azerbaijan refuses entry to citizens of Armenia. Travelers of Armenian descent or with evidence of visits to Nagorno-Karabakh also face refusal or removal.to Azerbaijan refuses entry to citizens of Armenia. The UK government's travel advice adds that anyone who has visited certain areas in south-western Azerbaijan, including the town of Khankendi, without the Azerbaijani authorities' permission could be denied entry. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Azerbaijan— Safety changed: from
Baku is safe with low street crime. Keep well away from the border with Armenia and do not enter the Karabakh region or other restricted zones without government authorization — landmines and closed military areas remain.to The UK government's travel advice says crime levels in Baku are generally low. It advises against all travel within 5 km of the closed border with Armenia (Nakhchivan excepted) and against all but essential travel to some areas in south-western Azerbaijan, in and around the former Nagorno-Karabakh region, because of mines and unexploded weapons; entering certain areas there without the authorities' permission is illegal. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bahrain— faq changed: from
If you are eligible for both, the visa on arrival is quickest. It is issued at the airport or the King Fahd Causeway in minutes. The eVisa (evisa.gov.bh) is worth getting in advance if you prefer certainty before boarding, want a longer or multi-entry option, or are only eligible for the eVisa and not for the visa on arrival.to If you are eligible for both, the visa on arrival needs no application in advance: it is issued at Bahrain International Airport or the King Fahd Causeway, and the passport officer may ask for a confirmed return ticket. The eVisa (evisa.gov.bh) is worth getting in advance if you prefer certainty before boarding, want a longer or multi-entry option, or are only eligible for the eVisa and not for the visa on arrival. (npra.gov.bh )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bangladesh— Summary changed: from
Citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the countries of Europe, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Turkey, Egypt and the Gulf states can obtain a 30-day visa on arrival (US$50 plus processing fees) at Dhaka and other international airports, while other nationalities — including Indian citizens — must arrange a visa through a Bangladeshi mission, starting on the official portal visa.gov.bd, before traveling. Maldivian citizens are visa-free under a bilateral agreement, and the immigration police say citizens of Barbados, Bhutan, Fiji, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Trinidad and Tobago need no visa for stays of up to 90 days.to Citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the countries of Europe, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Turkey, Egypt and the Gulf states can obtain a 30-day visa on arrival (US$50 plus processing fees) at Dhaka and other international airports, while other nationalities — including Indian citizens — must arrange a visa through a Bangladeshi mission, starting on the official portal visa.gov.bd, before traveling. Maldivian citizens are visa-free under a bilateral agreement, and the immigration police say citizens of Barbados, Bhutan, Fiji, Ghana, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Trinidad and Tobago need no visa for stays of up to 90 days. (immi.specialbranch.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bangladesh— FAQ changed: from
Almost everyone needs one, but many tourists get it at the airport: citizens of the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the countries of Europe, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Turkey, Egypt and the Gulf states can obtain a 30-day visa on arrival for US$50 plus processing fees. Other nationalities apply through a Bangladeshi mission, starting online at visa.gov.bd, where the fee schedule lists the fee for each nationality. Maldivian citizens are visa-free under a bilateral agreement, and the immigration police say citizens of Barbados, Bhutan, Fiji, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Trinidad and Tobago need no visa for stays of up to 90 days.to Almost everyone needs one, but many tourists get it at the airport: citizens of the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the countries of Europe, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Turkey, Egypt and the Gulf states can obtain a 30-day visa on arrival for US$50 plus processing fees. Other nationalities apply through a Bangladeshi mission, starting online at visa.gov.bd, where the fee schedule lists the fee for each nationality. Maldivian citizens are visa-free under a bilateral agreement, and the immigration police say citizens of Barbados, Bhutan, Fiji, Ghana, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Trinidad and Tobago need no visa for stays of up to 90 days. (immi.specialbranch.gov.bd )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Belarus— payments changed: from
to Canada (travel.gc.ca, updated 2 July 2026): credit cards are accepted by many hotels, restaurants and stores, especially in Minsk (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Belize— Safety changed: from
The main tourist areas — the cayes, Placencia, San Ignacio — are generally safe. Belize City has a high rate of gang-related violent crime concentrated on its south side; avoid walking there after dark and use licensed taxis (green plates).to The UK Foreign Office says Belize has one of the highest per capita murder rates in the world, with serious gang-related violence most frequent in Belize City south of the Haulover Creek (Southside); tourists are not normally the targets but anyone nearby could be affected. It says tourists are vulnerable to theft, including in San Pedro, Caye Caulker, Placencia and San Ignacio. Canada advises against non-essential travel to Southside Belize City. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Botswana— Best time to visit (months) changed: from
5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10to (none) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Brazil— Best time to visit (months) changed: from
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9to (none) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Brazil— FAQ changed: from
It is not an entry requirement when arriving from most countries, but vaccination is strongly recommended for the Amazon, the Pantanal, Iguaçu Falls and most inland states, and some countries you travel to afterward will demand the certificate because you have been in Brazil.to No, it is not an entry requirement: Brazil's Ministry of Health says no proof of vaccination is required to enter the country. Vaccination is recommended at least 10 days before travel to areas where it is advised, including the Amazon, the Pantanal, Iguaçu Falls and most inland states, and some countries you travel to afterward will demand the certificate because you have been in Brazil. (gov.br )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Brunei— faq changed: from
A free digital arrival declaration that all foreign visitors must submit online before traveling to Brunei. It replaced the paper disembarkation card — complete it on the Immigration Department's website shortly before your trip.to A digital arrival declaration that foreign visitors must submit online before travelling to Brunei: the UK government says it may be requested at check-in, and that you do not need one if you are not passing through immigration. Register on the Immigration Department's portal, imm.gov.bn, then create the card under 'Travel Cards'. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Bulgaria— safety.text changed: from
Bulgaria is a safe destination overall. Watch for pickpocketing in Sofia and at busy Black Sea resorts, taxi overcharging (use licensed or app-based taxis), and occasional rough road conditions outside main routes.to Bulgaria is a safe destination overall. Watch for pickpocketing in Sofia and at busy Black Sea resorts, taxi overcharging (the UK Foreign Office advises official, licensed taxis, and at Sofia airport the official taxi booking office in the arrivals hall), and occasional rough road conditions outside main routes. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Burkina Faso— Tip changed: from
Canada's travel advice says terrorist attacks on major roads and transport routes are increasing, including with landmines and other explosive devices, particularly where terrorist groups operate and near border areas.to The UK Foreign Office says attacks on major roads and transport routes by terrorists are increasing, including through the use of landmines and other explosive devices, particularly where terrorist groups operate and near border areas. Canada's travel advice adds that improvised explosive devices pose a real threat on the roads outside Ouagadougou. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Burkina Faso— Summary changed: from
Apart from ECOWAS citizens, who enter freely, visitors to Burkina Faso need a visa arranged in advance through a Burkinabè embassy or the government's online visa service, and most Western governments currently advise against all travel because of widespread jihadist violence.to Apart from ECOWAS citizens, who enter freely, visitors to Burkina Faso need a visa arranged in advance through a Burkinabè embassy or the government's online visa service; visas for US citizens are suspended. The UK and Canadian governments advise against all travel because of the threat of terrorism and kidnapping. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Burkina Faso— Safety changed: from
Most Western governments advise against all travel to Burkina Faso. Jihadist groups contest large parts of the country, attacks and kidnapping occur including on main roads, and a state of emergency covers many regions; the situation can change quickly.to The UK and Canadian governments advise against all travel to Burkina Faso. Jihadist groups contest large parts of the country, attacks and kidnapping occur including on main roads, and a state of emergency covers many regions; the situation can change quickly. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cabo Verde— tips changed: from
Each island is distinct and connections take planning: book internal flights and inter-island ferries ahead, and check ferry schedules close to departure.to (deleted) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cabo Verde— tips changed: from
Canada's travel advice says strong currents and powerful waves make swimming dangerous in some places, and that several drownings occur every year, especially in Praia and on Sal. Swim only where locals recommend and heed flag warnings.to Canada's travel advice says strong currents and powerful waves make swimming dangerous in some places, and that several drownings occur every year, especially in Praia and on Sal. The UK government's travel advice says to follow the lifeguard's instructions and respect the warning flags. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cambodia— Tip changed: from
The Cambodia e-Arrival card is free (UK government). If you arrive by air, complete it at arrival.gov.kh within 7 days before you arrive.to The Cambodia e-Arrival card is free. If you arrive by air, complete it within 7 days before you arrive, at arrival.gov.kh or in the official Cambodia e-Arrival app. (arrival.gov.kh )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cambodia— Summary changed: from
Cambodia issues a 30-day tourist eVisa online (30 USD) and a 30 USD visa on arrival to most nationalities, while ASEAN neighbors enter visa-free. All arrivals are asked to complete the free Cambodia e-Arrival card within 7 days before travel.to Cambodia issues a 30-day tourist eVisa online (30 USD) and a 30 USD visa on arrival to most nationalities, while ASEAN neighbors enter visa-free. Travellers arriving by air must complete the free Cambodia e-Arrival card within 7 days before arrival. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cambodia— Cambodia e-Arrival Card changed: from
Cambodia's e-Arrival card combines the immigration, customs and health declarations in one free online form (web or CeA mobile app), submitted within 7 days before arrival. It has replaced the paper forms at the international airports; enforcement at land borders is still uneven — complete it in advance to be safe.to Cambodia's e-Arrival card combines the immigration, customs and health declarations in one free online form (web or Cambodia e-Arrival app). Travellers arriving by air at Phnom Penh (Techo), Siem Reap Angkor or Sihanoukville must submit it within 7 days before arrival; the portal says any traveller can submit it. (arrival.gov.kh )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cambodia— FAQ changed: from
The Cambodia e-Arrival (CeA) is a free online form combining immigration, customs and health declarations, submitted within 7 days before arrival at arrival.gov.kh or via the CeA app. It replaces the paper arrival forms at the international airports.to The Cambodia e-Arrival (CeA) is a free online form combining immigration, customs and health declarations, submitted within 7 days before arrival at arrival.gov.kh or via the Cambodia e-Arrival app. It is required if you arrive by air at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap or Sihanoukville. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cambodia— Visa on arrival fee notes changed: from
Payable in cash (crisp USD notes) at the border; bring a passport photo. Available at international airports and most land crossings — border officials sometimes ask for unofficial extras at land posts, so insist on the official fee and a receipt.to Paid at the border. Available at international airports and major land crossings, but the land crossings with Thailand are currently closed. Canada's travel advice (updated 26 May 2026) says no photo is needed and the fee can be paid by card, though cash may be needed if electronic systems are down; the UK government's older page asks for a photo and payment in US dollars, so carry both. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cambodia— FAQ changed: from
They cost the same (30 USD online or at the border) and both give 30 days. The eVisa skips the arrival line and avoids border overcharging, but it is accepted only at the Techo (Phnom Penh), Siem Reap Angkor and Sihanoukville airports and the Bavet and Trapeang Kriel land crossings — Cham Yeam and Poipet on the Thai border are temporarily closed to eVisa entry — so check your entry point first.to They cost the same (30 USD online or at the border) and both give 30 days. The eVisa is accepted only at the Techo (Phnom Penh), Siem Reap Angkor and Sihanoukville airports and the Bavet and Trapeang Kriel land crossings — Cham Yeam and Poipet on the Thai border are temporarily closed to eVisa entry — so check your entry point first. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cambodia— FAQ changed: from
Yes. US passport holders need a tourist visa: either the eVisa (30 USD, applied for at evisa.gov.kh) or a visa on arrival (30 USD in cash) at airports and major land borders. Both allow a 30-day stay, extendable once by 30 days.to Yes. US passport holders need a tourist visa: either the eVisa (30 USD, applied for at evisa.gov.kh) or a visa on arrival (30 USD) at airports and major land borders; the land crossings with Thailand are currently closed. Both allow a 30-day stay, extendable once by 30 days. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cambodia— Safety changed: from
Cambodia is generally safe for visitors, but the UK advises against all but essential travel within 20 km of the land border with Thailand, where landmines and unexploded ordnance also remain. Watch for bag-snatching by thieves on motorbikes, especially in Phnom Penh and Sihanoukville, and be alert to scams, including organized-crime compounds advertised as easy, well-paid jobs. Stick to marked paths in remote areas.to The UK advises against all but essential travel within 20 km of the land border with Thailand, where landmines and unexploded ordnance also remain; Canada and Australia advise against all travel within 50 km of it, and the land crossings with Thailand are closed. Australia advises a high degree of caution in the rest of the country. Watch for bag-snatching by thieves on motorbikes, and be alert to scams, including organized-crime compounds advertised as easy, well-paid jobs. Stick to marked paths in remote areas. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cameroon— Safety changed: from
Most visits to Douala, Yaoundé and the coast are trouble-free, but governments advise against travel to the Far North (Boko Haram activity), the Northwest and Southwest regions (armed separatist conflict) and border areas with Chad and the Central African Republic. Petty crime and road accidents are the main everyday risks.to The UK government advises against all travel to the Far-North Region (except around Maroua), the North-West and South-West regions (except Limbé), the Bakassi Peninsula and within 40 km of the borders with Nigeria, Chad and the Central African Republic. It says terrorist attacks could occur anywhere, including Yaoundé and Douala, and that there is a risk of armed robbery and mugging throughout the country; Canada says violent crime occurs frequently, especially at night, in major cities and on main roads. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cameroon— Best time to visit (months [11,12,1,2] -> [12]) changed: from
No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Cameroon. Canada's travel advice says the rainy seasons run from mid-March to mid-June and mid-September to mid-November in the central and southern regions, and from mid-January to mid-March and mid-June to mid-September in the north, and that seasonal flooding can make roads impassable.to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Cameroon. Canada's travel advice says the rainy seasons run from mid-March to mid-June and mid-September to mid-November in the central and southern regions, and from mid-January to mid-March and mid-June to mid-September in the north, and that seasonal flooding can make roads impassable. The month shown, December, is the only one outside all of these rainy seasons. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Chile— FAQ answer changed: from
Yes. Rapa Nui limits visitors to 30 days and requires a return ticket, a reservation with a registered tourist establishment or an invitation from a Rapa Nui resident, and a completed entry form submitted before departure. The mainland agricultural rules also apply on the flight over.to Yes. Rapa Nui limits visitors to 30 days and requires a return ticket, a reservation with a registered tourist establishment or an invitation from a Rapa Nui resident, and a completed entry form submitted before departure. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Chile— Declaration changed: from
Every arriving traveler must complete a sworn declaration for the agricultural service (SAG) stating whether they carry food, plants, seeds, wood or animal products. It can be filed online before arrival or on the form handed out on the flight. Undeclared items — including fruit taken from the plane — carry fines that can run into hundreds of US dollars.to Every arriving traveler must complete a sworn declaration for the agricultural service (SAG) stating whether they carry food, plants, seeds, wood or animal products. It can be filed online before arrival or on the form handed out on the flight. SAG says that failing to declare risk products leads to sanctions and fines. (sag.gob.cl )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026China— Safety changed: from
Violent crime against foreigners is rare and cities are generally very safe. Be aware of local laws: authorities enforce them strictly, and Western governments note risks around arbitrary enforcement and exit bans in specific cases.to The UK Foreign Office says serious crime against foreign nationals is relatively rare, but incidents can happen; Canada adds that petty crime such as pickpocketing and phone theft targets foreigners in major cities and tourist areas. Local laws are strictly enforced, and the UK warns that foreign nationals involved in business or civil disputes can be stopped from leaving by an exit ban. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Colombia— FAQ answer changed: from
It is not required for regular entry from most countries, but it is strongly recommended for lowland regions and REQUIRED to enter several national parks, including Tayrona and the Amazon. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel and carry the ICVP certificate.to Only if you arrive from certain countries with a risk of yellow fever transmission, when you must show a vaccination certificate. The UK Foreign Office says you may also be asked to show it if you are travelling to areas of Colombia considered high risk, so carry the certificate at all times. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Costa Rica— Safety changed: from
Costa Rica is one of the safer countries in Central America, but petty theft is the main visitor risk — never leave belongings visible in a parked rental car or unattended on a beach. Rip currents cause more tourist deaths than crime; swim only at beaches with lifeguards or ask locally about conditions.to The UK Foreign Office says muggings and theft are significant problems, particularly on the Atlantic coast: watch your valuables on the beach and avoid leaving luggage in a parked car, either in view or in the boot. It adds that gang-related violence, including shootings, has become more frequent in urban areas. Rip currents are very common and there are often no lifeguards, so get reliable local advice before swimming. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— Languages source changed: from
(none)to {"url": "https://www.conseil-constitutionnel.ci/sites/default/files/constitution_2016.pdf", "name": "Conseil constitutionnel de Côte d'Ivoire — Constitution of 8 November 2016, Article 48 (\"La langue officielle est le français\")", "type": "government", "lastVerified": "2026-10-04"} (conseil-constitutionnel.ci )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Croatia— FAQ: Schengen and euro changed: from
Yes to both. Croatia joined the Schengen Area and adopted the euro on January 1, 2023, so there are no border checks when arriving from other Schengen countries and prices are in euros.to Yes to both. Croatia joined the Schengen Area and adopted the euro on January 1, 2023, so prices are in euros and there are normally no border checks when arriving from other Schengen countries. Checks can still happen: the UK government's travel advice says there are checks at Slovenia's borders with Croatia, and Canada's says Schengen states may temporarily reintroduce internal border controls. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cyprus— tips changed: from
The UK FCDO says that if you enter through the north (for example Ercan Airport), the Republic of Cyprus considers you to have entered illegally: you could be fined or prevented from crossing back into the north. Entering through the south, you can use any crossing point to move between north and south.to The UK FCDO says that if you enter through the north (for example Ercan Airport), the Republic of Cyprus considers you to have entered illegally: you could be fined, refused entry to or exit from the Republic, or prevented from crossing back into the north. Entering through the south, the FCDO says you can use any crossing point between north and south, but Australia's Smartraveller says non-EU citizens are barred from the Pergamos and Strovilia crossing points, which lie in UK sovereign territory, and will be turned away. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cyprus— customs.notes changed: from
["Duty-free from outside the EU: 200 cigarettes, 1 liter of spirits, goods up to €300 (€430 arriving by air or sea).", "No limits on goods for personal use when arriving from another EU country."]to ["Arriving from outside the EU, the EU's Your Europe portal gives a duty-free allowance of 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 (or 250 g of tobacco); and other goods worth up to €300, or €430 by air or sea. Under-17s get no alcohol or tobacco allowance.", "Between EU countries there is no fixed limit on goods for your own use, but Cyprus may set guideline quantities for alcohol and tobacco, which cannot be lower than 800 cigarettes or 10 litres of spirits."] (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Cyprus— passportValidity changed: from
nullto {"url": "https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/cyprus", "name": "Government of Canada — Cyprus travel advice: entry and exit requirements", "states": "valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Cyprus", "resolvedBy": "hierarchy"} (gov.cy )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Democratic Republic of the Congo— Safety changed: from
Governments advise against all travel to eastern DRC — North Kivu, South Kivu and Ituri, where the M23 conflict and other armed groups are active — and the UK also advises against all travel to Haut-Uélé, Maniema, Tanganyika and Haut-Lomami provinces, the Kwamouth territory of Mai-Ndombe and within 50 km of the Central African Republic border. Kinshasa itself sees high crime and occasional unrest; travel with experienced local support.to Canada advises against all travel to the DRC, citing the fragile security situation and an Ebola outbreak. The UK advises against all travel to North Kivu, South Kivu, Ituri, Haut-Uélé, Maniema, Tanganyika and Haut-Lomami provinces, the Kwamouth territory of Mai-Ndombe and within 50 km of the Central African Republic border, where the M23 conflict and other armed groups are active. In Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and other cities the UK says foreign nationals are at particular risk of street robbery. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Denmark— Best time to visit changed: from
No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Denmark. The CIA World Factbook describes a temperate, humid and overcast climate with mild, windy winters and cool summers.to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Denmark; the months shown are not an official recommendation. The CIA World Factbook describes a temperate, humid and overcast climate with mild, windy winters and cool summers. (cia.gov )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Dominica— bestTimeToVisit changed: from
The UK Foreign Office says the hurricane season normally runs from June to November, and that tropical storms and hurricanes can develop suddenly. Road conditions can deteriorate significantly during and after heavy rain, and the main road from Douglas-Charles Airport is prone to landslides.to The UK Foreign Office says the hurricane season normally runs from June to November, and that tropical storms and hurricanes can develop suddenly. Canada's travel advice says road conditions can deteriorate significantly during and after heavy rain, and that the main road from Douglas-Charles Airport is prone to landslides. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Dominica— safety changed: from
Dominica has low crime and a strong community feel. The real hazards are natural: flash floods, landslides after heavy rain, powerful river currents and remote hiking trails with no phone signal. The island is also directly in the hurricane belt.to The UK Foreign Office says the crime rate in Dominica is low, but you could be at risk walking alone away from the main roads, particularly after dark. Canada's travel advice says petty crime such as pickpocketing, purse snatching and theft from vehicles occurs, and that crime typically increases during Carnival and the World Creole Music Festival. The hurricane season runs from June to November. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Dominica— passportValidity changed: from
Travel with a passport valid for at least six months on arrival. Shorter validity is sometimes accepted for visa-free visitors, but airlines apply the six-month rule at check-in.to The UK Foreign Office says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Dominica. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Dominica— vaccinations changed: from
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers aged one year and over arriving from — or having recently transited — a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. No vaccination is required if you fly in directly from Europe, North America or the rest of the Caribbean.to The UK Foreign Office says you need a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination if you are coming from a country listed as a transmission risk; Canada's advice adds that this also applies if you have transited through an airport of such a country. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Dominica— travelInsurance changed: from
Insurance is not an entry condition. The government hospital in Roseau can handle many treatments, but serious cases may need emergency evacuation, so cover that includes medical evacuation is strongly advisable.to Insurance is not an entry condition. Canada's travel advice recommends insurance that covers medical evacuation and hospital stays, and says you may have to pay cash immediately for medical treatment. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Dominica— faq changed: from
Yes. Visitors are expected to hold a confirmed onward or return ticket and to give the address where they will stay. Both are commonly asked for at immigration.to Yes. Visitors are expected to hold a confirmed onward or return ticket and to give the address where they will stay. (dominica.gov.dm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Ecuador— Tip changed: from
The Galápagos has its own charges on top of your flight: Canada's travel advice says you must buy the Galápagos Transit Control Card at the Galápagos Governing Council counter in Quito or Guayaquil airport, and the islands' protected areas charge a separate entrance fee. Budget for both.to The Galápagos has its own charges on top of your flight. The Galápagos Governing Council charges USD 20 for the Transit Control Card, bought at its counter in Quito or Guayaquil airport before check-in and paid again on every trip. The Galápagos National Park charges foreign tourists an entrance fee of USD 200 (USD 100 under 12, and USD 100 for adult citizens of Andean Community and Mercosur countries). Budget for both. (galapagos.gob.ec )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Ecuador— FAQ changed: from
No separate visa — the Galápagos is part of Ecuador — but there are extra steps. The UK government says you need evidence of a hotel booking or an invitation letter, a return flight to the mainland, a Transit Control Card bought at your departure airport before check-in, and travel health insurance, which is mandatory for foreign tourists. Tourists can stay up to 60 days. The islands' protected areas also charge an entrance fee.to No separate visa — the Galápagos is part of Ecuador — but there are extra steps. The UK government says you need evidence of a hotel booking or an invitation letter, a return flight to the mainland, a Transit Control Card bought at your departure airport before check-in, and travel health insurance, which is mandatory for foreign tourists. Tourists can stay up to 60 days a year. The Galápagos Governing Council charges USD 20 for the Transit Control Card, and the Galápagos National Park charges foreign tourists over 12 an entrance fee of USD 200 (USD 100 for citizens of Andean Community and Mercosur countries). (galapagos.gob.ec )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Ecuador— Galápagos Transit Control Card changed: from
Everyone flying to the Galápagos must register at the Galápagos Governing Council desk in Quito or Guayaquil, pay the transit control card fee and have their luggage inspected for biological material before check-in. Keep the card. It is collected when you leave the islands.to Everyone flying to the Galápagos needs a Transit Control Card from the Galápagos Governing Council, bought at its counter in Quito or Guayaquil airport before check-in, with your ID and a return ticket. It is paid again on every trip. Keep the card: you show it when you enter and when you leave the islands. (gobiernogalapagos.gob.ec )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Ecuador— Galápagos Transit Control Card fee changed: from
Payable at the Galápagos control desk in Quito or Guayaquil airport before check-in; some airlines and tour operators pre-register it.to Paid at the Galápagos Governing Council counter in Quito or Guayaquil airport, once per trip. Only travel agencies can buy it in advance, by pre-registering online at least 48 hours before the flight. (gobiernogalapagos.gob.ec )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Egypt— faq changed: from
Both grant the same 30-day stay. The eVisa costs 30 USD, paid online by card; the paper visa on arrival costs 30 USD in cash at the airport counters before immigration, and at Cairo International Airport it is also sold as a QR code by card for 36 USD (including a 6 USD digital service fee). The eVisa avoids the airport queue and is safer if your airline checks visas before boarding. The two lists are not identical: Chinese, Indian and Vietnamese citizens, among others, can use the eVisa but not the visa on arrival, while Jordanian and Lebanese citizens can get the visa on arrival under conditions.to Both grant the same 30-day stay. The eVisa costs 30 USD, paid online by card; the paper visa on arrival costs 30 USD in cash at the airport counters before immigration, and at Cairo International Airport it is also sold as a QR code by card for 36 USD (including a 6 USD digital service fee). The eVisa avoids the airport queue and is safer if your airline checks visas before boarding. The two lists are not identical: Chinese, Indian and Vietnamese citizens, among others, can use the eVisa but not the visa on arrival. (visa2egypt.gov.eg )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Egypt— summary changed: from
Egypt issues a 30-day tourist eVisa through its official portal visa2egypt.gov.eg (30 USD single entry, 65 USD multiple entry) and sells the same visa on arrival for 30 USD cash to a broad list of nationalities, including the US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia and Japan; visitors flying directly to the Sinai Red Sea resorts can instead use a free 15-day Sinai-only entry stamp.to Egypt issues a 30-day tourist eVisa through its official portal visa2egypt.gov.eg (30 USD single entry, 65 USD multiple entry) and sells the same visa on arrival for 30 USD cash to a broad list of nationalities, including the US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia and Japan; visitors who fly into Sharm El-Sheikh and stay under 15 days at the South Sinai resorts of Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba get a free entry stamp instead. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026El Salvador— Safety changed: from
El Salvador's security situation has improved dramatically since 2022 — homicide rates are now among the lowest in the Americas and travel advisories have been relaxed accordingly. The state-of-exception security regime remains in force: carry ID, cooperate at checkpoints, and steer clear of anything that could be read as gang imagery, including certain tattoos.to The UK FCDO says security has improved considerably with significant reductions in crime, but the risks of violent and petty crime still exist. A state of exception in force since 2022 gives police additional powers, and the police may detain you if they suspect you are a gang member, so always carry identification. Canada says officers at checkpoints may consider tattoos an indication of gang membership. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Eritrea— emergency changed: from
{"police": "113", "fire": "116"}to {"police": "113", "ambulance": "114", "fire": "116"} (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Eritrea— faq changed: from
Yes — virtually every nationality needs a visa arranged in advance through an Eritrean embassy; there is no eVisa or visa on arrival. Apply well before your trip: processing regularly takes weeks, approval often depends on referral to Asmara, and it is not guaranteed.to Yes — virtually every nationality needs a visa arranged in advance through an Eritrean embassy; there is no eVisa or visa on arrival. Apply well before your trip: the Eritrean Embassy in Switzerland says a visa is issued ten working days after it receives the application and fee, and approval is not guaranteed. (home.eritreaembassy.ch )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Estonia— Customs note changed: from
Arriving from outside the EU, the EU's Your Europe portal gives a duty-free allowance of 4 litres of still wine and 16 litres of beer, plus 1 litre of spirits (or 2 litres of fortified or sparkling wine), and other goods worth up to €300 (€430 by air or sea). Tobacco limits depend on the country, and travellers under 17 get no alcohol or tobacco allowance.to Arriving from outside the EU, the EU's Your Europe portal gives a duty-free allowance of 4 litres of still wine and 16 litres of beer, plus 1 litre of spirits (or 2 litres of fortified or sparkling wine), and other goods worth up to €300 (€430 by air or sea). It lists Estonia among the countries applying the lower tobacco limit to all travellers: 40 cigarettes, 20 cigarillos, 10 cigars or 50 g of tobacco. Travellers under 17 get no alcohol or tobacco allowance. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Eswatini— customs.notes changed: from
The UK Foreign Office says a vehicle not registered in Eswatini needs a customs declaration at the border and a road fund levy of 150 emalangeni (E80 for a motorcycle), payable in South African rand; carry proof of both in the vehicle.to The UK Foreign Office says a vehicle not registered in Eswatini needs a customs declaration at the border and a road fund levy of 150 emalangeni (E80 for a motorcycle), which can be paid in South African rand; carry proof of both in the vehicle. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Eswatini— safety changed: from
Canada advises a high degree of caution because of the risk of civil unrest. Pro-democracy protests have recurred since 2021 and further demonstrations are likely, particularly in Mbabane and Manzini; security forces have used force to disperse crowds, so avoid gatherings. Petty crime, including robbery, is common but lower than elsewhere in southern Africa.to Canada advises a high degree of caution because of the risk of civil unrest. Waves of pro-democracy protests took place across the country in 2021 and further demonstrations are likely, particularly in Mbabane and Manzini; security forces have used force to disperse crowds, so avoid gatherings. Petty crime, including robbery, is common but lower than elsewhere in southern Africa. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 4, 2026Eswatini— faq changed: from
ثلاثون يوماً عادةً، تُختم عند الوصول. ويمكنك التقدم بطلب تمديد إقامتك في مكتب الهجرة بوزارة الداخلية في مبابانه قبل انتهاء الختم.to ثلاثون يوماً عادةً، تُختم عند الوصول. ويمكنك التقدم بطلب تمديد إقامتك في مكتب الهجرة بوزارة الداخلية في مبابان قبل انتهاء الختم. (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab)