Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 3, 2026Kyrgyzstan— GE visa-free stay changed: from ~~visa-free 90~~ to visa-free, stay not published (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Kyrgyzstan— TJ visa-free stay changed: from ~~visa-free 90~~ to visa-free, stay not published (evisa.e-gov.kg )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— Visa on arrival fee changed: from ~~USD 40 (USD 20 for Chinese and Vietnamese citizens)~~ to Not published (null) (immigration.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— Visa on arrival: extensions changed: from 30 to 60 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— Visa on arrival processing time changed: from ~~15-60 minutes~~ to Not published (null) (immigration.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— Embassy tourist visa: stay changed: from 30 to 60 (immigration.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— Yellow fever certificate changed: from ~~required when arriving from a risk country~~ to not required (entry removed) (wwwnc.cdc.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— Travel insurance changed: from ~~Not required for entry, but strongly recommended — medical facilities are limited and serious cases are usually evacuated to Thailand.~~ to No official source makes insurance a condition of entry. The UK government advises adequate travel health insurance: medical care is basic, there are no reliable facilities for emergencies outside Vientiane, and medical evacuation is difficult to organise and very expensive. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— Onward ticket changed: from ~~Not routinely checked at the border, though airlines may ask for proof of onward travel and eVisa applications require accommodation details.~~ to No official Lao source publishes an onward-ticket requirement. Airlines may still ask for proof of onward travel. (laoevisa.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— Proof of funds changed: from ~~No fixed amount is published; border officers rarely ask tourists to show funds.~~ to No official Lao source publishes a proof-of-funds requirement or amount for tourists. (laoevisa.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— Arrival and departure card changed: from ~~Arrival and departure card: Complete the paper arrival/departure card handed out on the plane or at the border, and keep the departure portion in your passport until you leave.~~ to Lao Digital Immigration Form (LDIF): Since 1 September 2025, every foreign national entering or leaving through Wattay International Airport (Vientiane), Luang Prabang International Airport, Pakse International Airport or the first Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge must register on the Lao Digital Immigration Form at immigration.gov.la within 3 days before arrival and again before departure. At those four checkpoints it replaces the paper arrival and departure cards; at other crossings, fill in the paper card. (immigration.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— Currency declaration changed: from ~~Foreign currency above roughly the equivalent of USD 10,000 should be declared on arrival, and Lao kip may not be taken out of the country. Confirm current rules before carrying large sums.~~ to No official Lao source we could read publishes a cash-declaration threshold or the rules on taking kip out of the country. Declare large sums on arrival and ask Lao Customs before carrying them. (laoevisa.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— FAQ: eVisa or visa on arrival changed: from Both give a 30-day single-entry tourist stay. The eVisa (USD 50, about three business days online) skips the arrival line but is accepted only at designated checkpoints; the visa on arrival (USD 40 in cash for most nationalities, plus a photo) is available at all major airports and border crossings. to Both give a 30-day single-entry tourist stay. The eVisa (USD 50, about three business days online) skips the arrival line but is accepted only at designated checkpoints; the visa on arrival is paid in cash at the border, with a passport photo, and is available at all major airports and border crossings. No official page publishes its fee. (immigration.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Laos— FAQ: extending a stay changed: from Yes — 30-day tourist visas can be extended, typically by up to 30 additional days, at the immigration office in Vientiane or through local travel agents for a per-day fee. Overstays are fined per day on departure. to Yes. Tourist visas can be extended at most twice per arrival, for a total of up to 60 additional days, at the Department of Immigration in Vientiane or a provincial immigration office. Apply at least 3 days before your stay expires; the fee is 20,000 kip per day plus 40,000 kip per application, and it takes 1-2 business days. Visa-exempt stays cannot normally be extended. Overstays are fined per day on departure. (immigration.gov.la )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement changed: from ~~embassy-visa (apply at an embassy)~~ to visa-on-arrival: one month, extendable to three, with return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000 (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement changed: from ~~embassy-visa (apply at an embassy)~~ to visa-on-arrival: one month, extendable to three, with return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000 (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement changed: from ~~embassy-visa (apply at an embassy)~~ to visa-on-arrival: one month, extendable to three, with return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000 (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement changed: from ~~embassy-visa (apply at an embassy)~~ to visa-on-arrival: one month, extendable to three, with return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000 (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement changed: from ~~embassy-visa (apply at an embassy)~~ to visa-on-arrival: one month, extendable to three, with return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000 (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement changed: from ~~embassy-visa (apply at an embassy)~~ to visa-on-arrival: one month, extendable to three, with return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000 (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement changed: from ~~embassy-visa (apply at an embassy)~~ to visa-on-arrival: one month, extendable to three, with return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000 (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement changed: from ~~embassy-visa (apply at an embassy)~~ to visa-on-arrival: one month, extendable to three, with return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000 (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement changed: from ~~embassy-visa (apply at an embassy)~~ to visa-on-arrival: one month, extendable to three, with return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000 (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement changed: from ~~embassy-visa (apply at an embassy)~~ to visa-on-arrival: one month, extendable to three, with return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000 (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement (notes) changed: from ~~Apply for a visa at a Lebanese embassy or consulate before travel — approval requirements vary by nationality.~~ to Nigerian citizens need prior approval from General Security, or a visa from a Lebanese embassy, before travel. General Security's list also names this nationality among those given a one-month visa on showing a return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000, but its visa-types page names Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast as countries that require pre-approval, and the stricter rule is shown here. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement (notes) changed: from ~~Apply for a visa at a Lebanese embassy or consulate before travel — approval requirements vary by nationality.~~ to Ghanaian citizens need prior approval from General Security, or a visa from a Lebanese embassy, before travel. General Security's list also names this nationality among those given a one-month visa on showing a return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000, but its visa-types page names Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast as countries that require pre-approval, and the stricter rule is shown here. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Visa requirement (notes) changed: from ~~Apply for a visa at a Lebanese embassy or consulate before travel — approval requirements vary by nationality.~~ to Ivorian citizens need prior approval from General Security, or a visa from a Lebanese embassy, before travel. General Security's list also names this nationality among those given a one-month visa on showing a return ticket, accommodation and US$2,000, but its visa-types page names Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast as countries that require pre-approval, and the stricter rule is shown here. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Embassy tourist visa changed: from ~~fee not stated; stay 30 days~~ to fee LBP 2,000,000 (General Security tourist or visit visa); stay not stated (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Passport validity changed: from ~~Carry a passport valid for at least 6 months on arrival — Lebanese border officials commonly apply the 6-month rule.~~ to General Security asks visa applicants for a copy of a passport valid for at least 6 months, and Canada's travel advice says 6 months beyond the date you leave. The UK's travel advice says 3 months from the date you enter for visitors given a visa on arrival. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Travel insurance changed: from ~~Not required for entry, but strongly recommended. Check that your policy actually covers Lebanon, as many insurers exclude it while government advisories against travel are in force.~~ to Not required for a visa on arrival or an individual tourist visa. General Security lists private insurance among the documents for visa applications filed through a host in Lebanon. (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Onward ticket changed: from ~~not required: Not systematically checked on arrival, but airlines may ask for a return or onward ticket before boarding.~~ to required of visa applicants: General Security asks for a plane ticket with an individual tourist visa application, and a round-trip ticket from the nationalities given a one-month visa under its Eighth Article (Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia and others). (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Proof of funds changed: from ~~not required: No fixed amount is published; border officers occasionally ask visitors to show means of support and an address in Lebanon.~~ to required of visa applicants: US$2,000 for Eighth-Article nationalities; bank statement for individual tourist visas (general-security.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lebanon— Currency declaration changed: from ~~Large amounts of cash should be declared on arrival — thresholds change; check with Lebanese customs before carrying more than about USD 15,000.~~ to Anyone carrying cash or other negotiable instruments worth more than USD 15,000 (or the equivalent) into or out of Lebanon must declare them to Customs on a declaration form. (customs.gov.lb )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lesotho— Yellow fever certificate changed: from ~~A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Lesotho itself has no yellow fever.~~ to (removed — Lesotho has no yellow fever entry requirement) (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lesotho— FAQ: yellow fever changed: from ~~Only if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Coming from Europe, North America or South Africa, no certificate is needed.~~ to Lesotho itself does not require one (WHO). But South Africa, which you cross on every overland route and usually fly through, requires a certificate from travellers aged 1 or over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission or after more than 12 hours' transit in one — so if that applies to you, carry it. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Liberia— Embassy tourist visa changed: from ~~{"fee": null, "processing": {"minDays": 3, "maxDays": 10, "unit": "business-days"}, "stayDays": 30}~~ to USD 70 (New York, 1–3 months single entry); processing and length of stay not stated (liberiaconsulate-ny.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Liberia— Yellow fever changed: from ~~A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required of all arriving travelers and is checked at Roberts International Airport.~~ to A copy of your yellow fever vaccination record is required with every visa application. (liberiaconsulate-ny.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Liberia— Travel insurance changed: from ~~Insurance is not checked at the border, but medical coverage including evacuation is strongly advised — hospital care in Liberia is very limited and serious cases are evacuated abroad.~~ to Not an entry requirement. The UK's travel advice says there is no effective emergency or ambulance service anywhere in the country, and to have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds for treatment, medical evacuation and repatriation; most providers take only cash. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Liberia— Onward ticket changed: from ~~appliesTo all: Airlines flying into Monrovia commonly require a confirmed return or onward ticket, and visa applications ask for travel itineraries.~~ to appliesTo visa-applicants: Visa applications must include a copy of a round-trip air ticket or itinerary. (liberiaconsulate-ny.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Liberia— Proof of funds changed: from ~~No fixed amount is published; officers may ask visitors to show sufficient means for their stay.~~ to No official source we found states a proof-of-funds requirement or amount for Liberia. (mofa.gov.lr )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Liberia— Currency limits changed: from ~~Cash of USD 10,000 or more (or the equivalent) should be declared on arrival and departure. Confirm current thresholds with a Liberian embassy before carrying large sums.~~ to Declare cash or travellers' cheques worth USD 10,000 or more when you arrive. You cannot take more than USD 7,500 in cash out of Liberia. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Libya— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Libya— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Libya— Business visa — processing, validity, stay changed: from ~~10–40 business days; valid 90 days; stay 30 days~~ to not stated (evisa.gov.ly )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Libya— Yellow fever certificate changed: from ~~A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travelers over 1 year of age arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.~~ to no requirement (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Libya— Travel insurance changed: from Insurance is not checked at the border, but comprehensive coverage including medical evacuation is essential. Most mainstream insurers exclude Libya, so specialist conflict-zone cover is usually needed. to No official source states a travel-insurance requirement for entry to Libya. Comprehensive cover including medical evacuation is still essential, and most mainstream insurers exclude Libya, so specialist cover is usually needed. (foreign.gov.ly )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Libya— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Libya— Onward ticket changed: from ~~Not formally published as a requirement. Entry is in practice controlled by the approved invitation and visa arranged in advance; airlines may still ask for onward bookings.~~ to Libya's eVisa portal lists a valid return ticket among the requirements for the Temporary Assignment (business) Visa, and a confirmed ticket to the final destination for the Transit Visa. The Tourist Visa requirements do not include one. (evisa.gov.ly )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Lithuania— Safety summary changed: from Lithuania is a very safe destination with low crime; the usual pickpocketing precautions apply in Vilnius' old town and at bus stations. The border zones with Belarus and Russia's Kaliningrad region are the only areas to avoid. to The UK government has no warning against travel to any part of Lithuania. Petty crime is common, so watch for pickpockets in busy places and on public transport. Drink spiking has been reported in Vilnius and at festivals, and drones from the war in Ukraine have strayed into Lithuanian airspace. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Luxembourg— Long-stay (Type D) visa changed: from {"fee": {"amount": 80, "currency": "EUR", "notes": "For stays over 90 days: work, study, family reunification and other long-stay purposes. Most applicants must first obtain a temporary authorization to stay from the Immigration Directorate before applying. Confirm the process and current fee with the Luxembourg mission."}, "processing": {"minDays": 30, "maxDays": 90, "unit": "calendar-days"}, "validityDays": 365, "stayDays": 365} to fee: not published (null); processing: not published as one figure (null); valid 180 days; stay 180 days (guichet.public.lu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Luxembourg— FAQ: visa cost changed: from The Schengen short-stay visa costs €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6–11, allowing up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries. A national long-stay (Type D) visa costs around €80. to The Schengen short-stay visa costs €90 for adults and €45 for children aged 6–11, allowing up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries. Guichet.lu does not publish a fee for the national long-stay (Type D) visa; once approved it is valid for 6 months, during which you apply for your residence permit in Luxembourg. (guichet.public.lu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Luxembourg— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Macau— Travel insurance text changed: from ~~"No insurance requirement for visitors"~~ to says plainly that no official source states a requirement (gov.mo )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Madagascar— Travel insurance changed: from Insurance is not checked at the border, but medical facilities are basic outside Antananarivo and serious cases require evacuation to Réunion or South Africa — comprehensive coverage with medical evacuation is strongly recommended. to No official source states a travel-insurance requirement for entry to Madagascar. Medical facilities are basic outside Antananarivo, so comprehensive cover with medical evacuation is strongly recommended. (evisamada-mg.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Madagascar— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Madagascar— Onward ticket changed: from ~~A return or onward ticket is a condition of the tourist visa and airlines routinely check it before boarding.~~ to Be ready to show onward or return tickets on arrival, according to the UK FCDO. The eVisa portal itself does not state the rule. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Madagascar— Proof of funds changed: from ~~No fixed amount is published; immigration officers rarely ask, but be prepared to show means of support for longer stays.~~ to No official source states a proof-of-funds requirement or amount for visitors to Madagascar. (evisamada-mg.com )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Malawi— Visitor's permit extension: processing and length changed: from ~~1–5 business days; 30 days~~ to not published (null) (immigration.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Malawi— Blank passport pages changed: from 1 to removed — no official source states a blank-page requirement (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Malawi— Insurance, onward ticket, funds and currency texts changed: from ~~"not an entry requirement" / "not formally required" / "kwacha is subject to exchange controls"~~ to say plainly that no official source states a requirement or limit (evisa.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Malawi— Passport rows BF, CM, LK: source and notes changed: from ~~eVisa, citing the portal front page~~ to eVisa unchanged; cites the Category One list, records the Category Two listing as a conflict (stricter wins) (evisa.gov.mw )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Malaysia— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Malaysia— Yellow fever changed: from ~~A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if you arrive from, or transited through, a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.~~ to A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required of travellers aged 1 year or over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission, or who transited for more than 12 hours through an airport in one. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Malaysia— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Malaysia— Ukraine stay changed: from 90 days: Ukrainian citizens are listed as visa-free, though sources differ on whether the stay is 30 or 90 days. Confirm with a Malaysian mission before booking. MDAC required within 3 days before arrival. to not published: Ukraine is not on the Immigration Department's list of nationalities that need a visa, so Ukrainians enter visa-free, but no official Malaysian page states how long the stay is. Confirm with a Malaysian mission before booking. MDAC required within 3 days before arrival. (imi.gov.my )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Malaysia— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Malaysia— Russia visa-free stay changed: from ~~90 days~~ to 30 days (kln.gov.my )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Malaysia— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Maldives— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Maldives— Visa-on-arrival extension changed: from ~~{'possible': True, 'days': 60}~~ to {'possible': True, 'days': None} (and extendableDays 60 → null on 30 passport rows) (immigration.gov.mv )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mali— Tourist visa (online): processing, validity, stay changed: from ~~3–10 business days; valid 90 days; stay 30 days~~ to not published (null); online application and electronic entry permit confirmed (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mali— Business visa: processing, validity, stay changed: from ~~3–10 business days; valid 365 days; stay 90 days~~ to not published (null) (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mali— Insurance, onward ticket, funds and currency texts changed: from ~~"not checked at the border" / "not systematically checked" / "limits apply to exporting CFA francs"~~ to say plainly that no official source states a requirement or limit (diplomatiemdc.gouv.ml )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Malta— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Marshall Islands— Travel insurance (text) changed: from Insurance is not required for entry and is not checked. It is nonetheless close to essential: Majuro Hospital and the Ebeye clinic provide basic care only, dental and specialist services are minimal, and serious cases are flown to Honolulu or Guam. Confirm your policy covers air ambulance from a remote Pacific island, and diving cover if you plan wreck dives. to No official source we could find states whether travel insurance is required to enter the Marshall Islands. Majuro Hospital and the Ebeye clinic provide basic care only and serious cases are flown to Honolulu or Guam, so cover with air evacuation is worth having. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Marshall Islands— Arrival card (text) changed: from All arrivals complete a paper immigration arrival card and customs declaration, given out on the flight. It asks for your address in Majuro and your departure flight. The same details the immigration officer uses to set your stay. to No official source we could find describes the arrival or customs form. UK government advice says you must declare anything prohibited or subject to tax or duty, and cash worth more than USD 10,000. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mauritania— Travel insurance changed: from ~~Not required for entry, but strongly recommended — medical facilities are very limited outside Nouakchott and serious cases need evacuation, so carry cover that includes medical evacuation.~~ to No official source makes insurance a condition of entry. The UK government advises insurance for local treatment and medical evacuation: medical facilities are extremely limited, particularly outside Nouakchott and Nouadhibou, and clinics charge for care, sometimes in euros or US dollars. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mauritania— Currency rules changed: from ~~Import and export of the ouguiya is restricted, and large amounts of foreign currency should be declared on arrival. Confirm current thresholds with Mauritanian customs before travel.~~ to It is illegal to take Mauritanian ouguiyas out of the country, and the authorities may confiscate them. No official source we could read publishes a threshold for declaring foreign currency; exchange US dollars or euros only at banks, hotels or official bureaux de change. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mauritius— Yellow fever certificate changed: from ~~required when arriving from a risk country~~ to not required (entry removed) (wwwnc.cdc.gov )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mauritius— Travel insurance changed: from ~~Insurance is not an entry requirement, but visitors use private clinics and costs add up — standard travel cover is recommended.~~ to No official source makes insurance a condition of entry. The UK government advises adequate travel health insurance: good private healthcare is available but can be expensive, and complex cases may need evacuation to Réunion or South Africa. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mauritius— Currency declaration changed: from ~~Cash or bearer instruments worth MUR 500,000 or more (roughly USD 10,000) must be declared on arrival and departure.~~ to No official source we could read publishes Mauritius's cash-declaration threshold. Declare large sums of cash to Customs on arrival and departure. (passport.govmu.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mauritius— Ebola entry restriction (new) changed: from ~~not listed~~ to Foreign nationals who have travelled from, transited through or been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo or South Sudan within the previous 21 days are not allowed to enter Mauritius, unless they hold a valid work, residence or occupation permit, business visa or student visa. Those permit and visa holders, and Mauritian nationals, may enter but must complete 21 days of mandatory quarantine. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— Visa-holder waiver (who qualifies) changed: from ~~Travelers of any nationality holding a valid US visa (or a valid visa/residence permit of Canada, the UK, Japan or a Schengen country) may enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days.~~ to Travelers of any nationality holding a valid visa of the US, Canada, Japan, the UK or a Schengen country, or permanent residence in one of those countries or in Chile, Colombia or Peru (Pacific Alliance), may enter Mexico without a Mexican visa for up to 180 days. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— FMM tourist card (where it is still required) changed: from The paper FMM tourist card has been phased out at all major airports and most land crossings in favor of a passport stamp or digital record. If you receive a stamp, note the number of days written in it — that, not 180, is your permitted stay. Some minor land crossings may still issue an FMM. to At international airports you no longer fill in an FMM: the immigration officer stamps your passport with your expected departure date, and you can download the digital FMM (FMMd) afterwards. Note the date in the stamp — that, not 180 days, is your permitted stay. If you enter by land, you must present a completed FMM at the immigration filter. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— Tip: FMM changed: from ~~Entry to Mexico is free for visa-free tourists. The paper FMM has been phased out at airports, and third-party websites selling "Mexico tourist cards" or "entry registrations" are unnecessary.~~ to Entry to Mexico is free for visa-free tourists. Air arrivals no longer fill in an FMM, and third-party websites selling "Mexico tourist cards" or "entry registrations" are unnecessary. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— FAQ: is the FMM still required changed: from The paper FMM has been phased out at all major airports and most land crossings — your passport stamp (or digital record) is now the proof of legal entry. Note the number of days written in the stamp; that is your permitted stay. A few minor land crossings may still issue the paper form. to Only if you enter by land: INM requires a completed FMM at land crossings. At international airports there is no form to fill in — your passport stamp, showing your expected departure date, is the proof of legal entry, and you can download the digital FMM (FMMd) during your stay. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— SAE processing time changed: from ~~{"minDays": 0, "maxDays": 1, "unit": "calendar-days"}~~ to null (not stated) (embamex.sre.gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— Kosovo row notes changed: from ~~Consular visitor visa required — BUT holders of a valid visa for the US, Canada, the UK, Japan or a Schengen country are exempt and can enter visa-free for up to 180 days.~~ to No official source we could find states whether Kosovar citizens need a visa: INM's lists of nationalities that do and do not need a visa name neither Kosovo. We show the stricter rule — a consular visitor visa — and holders of a valid visa of the US, Canada, Japan, the UK or a Schengen country (or permanent residence there or in Chile, Colombia or Peru) can enter without a Mexican visa for up to 180 days. Confirm with a Mexican consulate before booking. (gob.mx )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Mexico— official source URL updated
Oct 3, 2026Micronesia— Business entry permit terms changed: from ~~{"processing": {"minDays": 5, "maxDays": 20, "unit": "business-days"}, "validityDays": 90, "stayDays": 30, "extendable": {"possible": true, "days": 30}}~~ to {"processing": null, "validityDays": null, "stayDays": null, "extendable": null} (fsmgov.org )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 3, 2026Micronesia— Travel insurance (text) changed: from Insurance is not checked at the border, but hospital facilities across the four states are basic and serious cases are flown to Guam, Hawaii or Manila — travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage is strongly advised. to No official source we could find states whether travel insurance is required to enter the FSM. Hospitals across the four states are basic and serious cases are flown to Guam, Hawaii or Manila, so cover with medical evacuation is worth having. (fsmgov.org )(opens in a new tab)