Data updates: October 2026
32,750 changes logged in October 2026. page 314 of 328.
- Oct 3, 2026Comoros— Proof of funds changed: from
{'required': False, 'appliesTo': None, 'amount': None, 'text': 'No fixed amount is published; officers may ask visitors to show means of support and accommodation details for their stay.'}to required (visa applicants), EUR 30 per day (diplomatie.gouv.fr )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Comoros— Onward ticket: source changed: from
https://diplomatie.gouv.km/to https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/information-par-pays/comores/conseils-aux-voyageurs-entree-sejour (diplomatie.gouv.fr )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Costa Rica— Venezuela: where to apply changed: from
Costa Rica reintroduced a consular visa requirement for Venezuelan citizens in 2022. Apply through a Costa Rican consulate before travel.to Venezuelan citizens need a consular visa for tourism, applied for at a Costa Rican consulate in a third country (not in Venezuela). Visas for family reunification, or requested by companies and institutions registered with the immigration directorate, follow the ordinary procedure at its Visa Unit. (migracion.go.cr )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Costa Rica— Honduras: police certificate changed: from
Visa-free for a shorter stay (second-group nationality, typically up to 30 days on entry, extendable in-country). Groupings change periodically. Confirm with a consulate before booking.to Visa-free for up to 30 days (second-group nationality), extendable in-country up to 90 days in total; the passport must be valid for at least 90 days. Hondurans aged 18 and over must also show a police certificate from their country of origin (no apostille needed) proving they have no criminal record; air transit passengers are exempt. (migracion.go.cr )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Costa Rica— FAQ: entry with a US or Schengen visa changed: from
Often yes. Nationals of visa-required countries who hold a valid multiple-entry visa or residence permit for the United States, Canada or the Schengen area can generally enter Costa Rica without a consular visa, for up to 30 days (or until the visa expires, if sooner). Confirm the current rules for your nationality with a Costa Rican consulate before booking.to Often yes. Nationals of visa-required countries can enter Costa Rica without a Costa Rican visa for up to 30 days, never beyond the visa's expiry, if they hold a valid multiple-entry US or Canadian visa (not a C1, C2 or C3 transit visa) or US or Canadian residence, a multiple-entry Schengen C or D visa, or a residence permit from the UK, the EU, Iceland, Norway or Switzerland valid for at least 90 more days. Confirm the current rules for your nationality with a Costa Rican consulate before booking. (migracion.go.cr )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— Mali changed: from
{"requirement": "freedom-of-movement", "maxStayDays": 90, "notes": "ECOWAS citizens enter freely under the Community's free-movement protocol — up to 90 days with a valid passport or ECOWAS travel document.", "source": {"url": "https://diplomatie.gouv.ci/userfiles/file/Conseil%20aux%20voyageurs/Annexe.pdf", "name": "Ministère des Affaires Étrangères de Côte d'Ivoire — annex to the biometric-visa order (countries exempt from visa)", "type": "government", "lastVerified": "2026-10-03", "archiveUrl": "https://web.archive.org/web/20160904033407/http://diplomatie.gouv.ci/userfiles/file/Conseil%20aux%20voyageurs/Annexe.pdf", "instrument": "Arrêté interministériel n°093/MEMIS/MEMAE/MPMCEF du 15 mars 2013 (visa biométrique), annexe", "unverifiable": {"lastAttempt": "2026-10-03", "reason": "gone", "status": 404}}}to {"requirement": "freedom-of-movement", "maxStayDays": 90, "notes": "Mali left ECOWAS on 29 January 2025, but the ECOWAS Commission has told member states, Côte d'Ivoire included, that its citizens keep the right to move, reside and settle without a visa under the ECOWAS free-movement protocols until further notice — up to 90 days per visit.", "source": {"url": "https://www.ecowas.int/burkina-faso-mali-and-nigers-withdrawal-from-ecowas-is-now-a-reality/", "name": "ECOWAS Commission — Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger's withdrawal from ECOWAS is now a reality (30 January 2025): transitional measures member states must apply until further notice", "type": "igo", "lastVerified": "2026-10-03", "lastChanged": "2026-10-03", "instrument": "ECOWAS Protocol A/P.1/5/79 on Free Movement of Persons, Residence and Establishment, applied to Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger by the Commission's transitional measures of 29 January 2025"}} (ecowas.int )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— Burkina Faso changed: from
{"requirement": "freedom-of-movement", "maxStayDays": 90, "notes": "ECOWAS citizens enter freely under the Community's free-movement protocol — up to 90 days with a valid passport or ECOWAS travel document.", "source": {"url": "https://diplomatie.gouv.ci/userfiles/file/Conseil%20aux%20voyageurs/Annexe.pdf", "name": "Ministère des Affaires Étrangères de Côte d'Ivoire — annex to the biometric-visa order (countries exempt from visa)", "type": "government", "lastVerified": "2026-10-03", "archiveUrl": "https://web.archive.org/web/20160904033407/http://diplomatie.gouv.ci/userfiles/file/Conseil%20aux%20voyageurs/Annexe.pdf", "instrument": "Arrêté interministériel n°093/MEMIS/MEMAE/MPMCEF du 15 mars 2013 (visa biométrique), annexe", "unverifiable": {"lastAttempt": "2026-10-03", "reason": "gone", "status": 404}}}to {"requirement": "freedom-of-movement", "maxStayDays": 90, "notes": "Burkina Faso left ECOWAS on 29 January 2025, but the ECOWAS Commission has told member states, Côte d'Ivoire included, that its citizens keep the right to move, reside and settle without a visa under the ECOWAS free-movement protocols until further notice — up to 90 days per visit.", "source": {"url": "https://www.ecowas.int/burkina-faso-mali-and-nigers-withdrawal-from-ecowas-is-now-a-reality/", "name": "ECOWAS Commission — Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger's withdrawal from ECOWAS is now a reality (30 January 2025): transitional measures member states must apply until further notice", "type": "igo", "lastVerified": "2026-10-03", "lastChanged": "2026-10-03", "instrument": "ECOWAS Protocol A/P.1/5/79 on Free Movement of Persons, Residence and Establishment, applied to Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger by the Commission's transitional measures of 29 January 2025"}} (ecowas.int )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— Niger changed: from
{"requirement": "freedom-of-movement", "maxStayDays": 90, "notes": "ECOWAS citizens enter freely under the Community's free-movement protocol — up to 90 days with a valid passport or ECOWAS travel document.", "source": {"url": "https://diplomatie.gouv.ci/userfiles/file/Conseil%20aux%20voyageurs/Annexe.pdf", "name": "Ministère des Affaires Étrangères de Côte d'Ivoire — annex to the biometric-visa order (countries exempt from visa)", "type": "government", "lastVerified": "2026-10-03", "archiveUrl": "https://web.archive.org/web/20160904033407/http://diplomatie.gouv.ci/userfiles/file/Conseil%20aux%20voyageurs/Annexe.pdf", "instrument": "Arrêté interministériel n°093/MEMIS/MEMAE/MPMCEF du 15 mars 2013 (visa biométrique), annexe", "unverifiable": {"lastAttempt": "2026-10-03", "reason": "gone", "status": 404}}}to {"requirement": "freedom-of-movement", "maxStayDays": 90, "notes": "Niger left ECOWAS on 29 January 2025, but the ECOWAS Commission has told member states, Côte d'Ivoire included, that its citizens keep the right to move, reside and settle without a visa under the ECOWAS free-movement protocols until further notice — up to 90 days per visit.", "source": {"url": "https://www.ecowas.int/burkina-faso-mali-and-nigers-withdrawal-from-ecowas-is-now-a-reality/", "name": "ECOWAS Commission — Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger's withdrawal from ECOWAS is now a reality (30 January 2025): transitional measures member states must apply until further notice", "type": "igo", "lastVerified": "2026-10-03", "lastChanged": "2026-10-03", "instrument": "ECOWAS Protocol A/P.1/5/79 on Free Movement of Persons, Residence and Establishment, applied to Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger by the Commission's transitional measures of 29 January 2025"}} (ecowas.int )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— ECOWAS rows: source for entry and 90-day stay changed: from
annex to the 2013 biometric-visa order (GN: inherited defaultSource)to ECOWAS Commission, 5 June 2024 (ecowas.int )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— MA changed: from
90to null (diplomatie.gouv.ci )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— TN changed: from
90to null (diplomatie.gouv.ci )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— Onward ticket changed: from
{"required": true, "appliesTo": "all", "text": "The eVisa pre-enrollment asks for flight details, and border officers may ask for a return or onward ticket on arrival.", "source": {"url": "https://snedai.com/e-visa/", "name": "SNEDAI — Côte d'Ivoire e-visa: procedure and documents", "type": "government", "lastVerified": "2026-10-03"}}to {"required": true, "appliesTo": "visa-applicants", "text": "E-visa applicants must upload proof of a round-trip flight booking when they pre-enrol — without it the application is rejected. No official source states an onward-ticket check for other arrivals.", "source": {"url": "https://snedai.com/e-visa/", "name": "SNEDAI — Côte d'Ivoire e-visa: procedure and documents", "type": "government", "lastVerified": "2026-10-03", "lastChanged": "2026-10-03"}} (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— e-Visa processing time changed: from
{"minDays": 1, "maxDays": 3, "unit": "business-days"}to {"minDays": 2, "maxDays": 2, "unit": "business-days"} (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— Yellow fever certificate changed: from
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from all travelers aged 9 months and over and is systematically checked at Abidjan airport.to An international yellow fever vaccination certificate is required: it is one of the four documents e-visa holders must present at Abidjan airport to collect their visa. (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Côte d'Ivoire— FAQ: yellow fever changed: from
Yes. A yellow fever certificate is required from all travelers aged 9 months and over, whatever country you arrive from, and it is checked on arrival.to Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required to enter Côte d'Ivoire, whatever country you arrive from; e-visa holders must show it at Abidjan airport together with their passport and pre-enrolment approval. (snedai.com )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Croatia— EES advance registration changed: from
Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. Registration happens at the border. There is nothing to submit in advance, but allow extra time on your first entry.to Non-EU travelers are registered biometrically (fingerprints and photo) in the EU Entry/Exit System at Schengen external borders. Registration happens at the border. There is no mandatory advance step (where a self-service kiosk or a national app is offered, some data can be pre-registered to speed things up), but allow extra time on your first entry. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Cuba— Tourist card processing/validity changed: from
{"processing": {"minDays": 5, "maxDays": 20, "unit": "business-days"}, "validityDays": 180}to {"processing": null, "validityDays": null} (cubaminrex.cu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Cuba— Extension processing changed: from
{"minDays": 1, "maxDays": 5, "unit": "business-days"}to null (cubaminrex.cu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Cuba— Yellow fever 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 A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers aged 9 months and over arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission, including those who transited for more than 12 hours through an airport in such a country. (cdn.who.int )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Cuba— Onward ticket changed: from
A confirmed return or onward ticket is required, together with proof of accommodation. A hotel booking or the address and details of the casa particular you are staying in.to You must show proof of onward or return travel. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Cuba— Payments changed: from
Cuba runs on cash for visitors. Cards issued by US banks do not work at all, and other foreign cards are unreliable. Bring euros, Canadian dollars, pounds or US dollars in cash and change what you need. Some hotels and state shops take payment only by card in foreign currency, so carry both if you can. (cardsAccepted limited)to Cuba runs on cash for visitors. Cuba's Central Bank has announced that international cards such as Visa and Mastercard are no longer accepted, and you cannot withdraw cash from ATMs with a foreign card; the other way to pay is a Cuban prepaid card. Bring enough US dollars or euros in cash for the whole stay and for emergencies, and change money only at official exchange points. (cardsAccepted rare) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Cyprus— Short-stay visa processing changed: from
5–30 calendar daysto 15–45 calendar days (gov.cy )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Cyprus— Long-stay visa extendable changed: from
possible: trueto withdrawn (not stated) (gov.cy )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Cyprus— Proof of funds required changed: from
falseto true (all arrivals, may be asked) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Cyprus— ETIAS status changed: from
Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter Cyprus. It is being phased in. Check the official EU site for the current status and apply only there.to Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter Cyprus. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Check the official EU site for the current status and apply only there. (travel-europe.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Democratic Republic of the Congo— Safety — travel advice 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 to much of the rest of the country. Kinshasa itself sees high crime and occasional unrest; travel with experienced local support.to 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. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Democratic Republic of the Congo— Passport validity changed: from
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months on arrival with at least two blank pages.to Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date you arrive in the DRC. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Denmark— Safety changed: from
Denmark has very low crime and consistently ranks among the world's safest countries. The main tourist nuisances are pickpocketing around Copenhagen Central Station, Strøget and Nørreport, and bicycle traffic — look both ways before crossing cycle lanes.to Crime levels are generally low, but pickpockets and bag-snatchers operate in crowded areas, mainly in Copenhagen: the central station, Nørreport, Strøget, Nyhavn, Christiania and Kastrup Airport. Take extra care in Christiania and Nørrebro late at night. Cyclists often have the right of way, so check cycle lanes before crossing or turning. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Djibouti— Passport validity changed: from
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Djibouti and have at least one blank page for the entry stamp.to Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Djibouti. (evisa.gouv.dj )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Djibouti— Onward ticket changed: from
The eVisa application asks for a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation, and airlines check tickets before boarding flights to Djibouti.to The eVisa application asks for a flight reservation (or other means of transport), an accommodation address (hotel or host) and an invitation letter. (evisa.gouv.dj )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Djibouti— Safety summary changed: from
Djibouti City and the main tourist sites are generally safe, with petty theft the main concern. Stay well away from the Eritrean border area and be cautious in remote regions. Carry ID, expect checkpoints, and check current advisories for the wider region before travel.to The UK advises against all travel to the Djibouti–Eritrea border. Elsewhere the main risk is petty crime, so keep valuables, particularly cameras and passports, out of sight, and avoid travelling outside city centres after dark. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Dominica— text changed: from
Cash or bearer instruments worth XCD 10,000 or more (roughly USD 3,700) must be declared to customs on arrival and departure.to Cash or travellers' cheques worth XCD 10,000 or more (roughly USD 3,700) must be declared to customs when you bring them in; you receive a certified declaration showing you brought the money with you. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Dominican Republic— text changed: from
For tourists, the Dominican Republic requires your passport to be valid for the duration of your stay. There is no formal 6-month rule, though airlines sometimes apply stricter checks of their own.to For tourists, the Dominican Republic requires your passport to be valid for the duration of your stay. There is no formal 6-month rule, though airlines sometimes apply stricter checks of their own. The UK government says this rule applies up to 31 December 2026 and may change after that date. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Dominican Republic— text changed: from
Resort areas such as Punta Cana are heavily policed (CESTUR tourist police) and generally safe; petty theft, bag-snatching from motorbikes and occasional armed robbery are risks in cities, especially after dark. Keep valuables out of sight, use trusted transport, and stick to well-lit areas at night.to The UK government describes the crime rate as high, from bag-snatching and pickpocketing to violent crime and carjacking. Thieves on motorcycles snatch bags from pedestrians and reach into cars stopped at red lights, and assaults on foreigners have occurred at beach resorts. Keep valuables out of sight, use trusted transport, and avoid remote areas after dark. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Dominican Republic— visaTypes changed: from
nullto ["tourist-embassy"] (consultas.mirex.gob.do )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ecuador— Safety — travel advice changed: from
Ecuador's security situation deteriorated sharply from 2023, with gang violence, armed robbery, express kidnappings and repeated states of emergency. The UK advises against all but essential travel to the coastal provinces of Esmeraldas, Manabí, Santa Elena, Guayas (including Guayaquil, except airside transit at its airport), El Oro, Los Ríos and Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, and to within 20 km of the Colombian border. A 60-day state of emergency declared on 15 September 2026 covers eight provinces, including Pichincha (Quito), with night curfews in four. The highlands outside those areas and the Galápagos are not covered by the advice against travel, but check current advice before you go.to Ecuador's security situation deteriorated sharply from 2023, with gang violence, armed robbery, express kidnappings and repeated states of emergency. The UK advises against all but essential travel to the coastal provinces of Esmeraldas, Manabí, Santa Elena, Guayas (including Guayaquil, except airside transit at its airport), El Oro, Los Ríos and Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, and to within 20 km of the Colombian border. A 60-day state of emergency declared on 15 September 2026 covers eight provinces, including Pichincha (Quito), with midnight-to-5am curfews in four of them (El Oro, Guayas, Los Ríos and Manabí) from 17 to 30 September. The highlands outside those areas and the Galápagos are not covered by the advice against travel, but check current advice before you go. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ecuador— Tourist Visa — processing and validity changed: from
{"processing": {"minDays": 10, "maxDays": 30, "unit": "business-days"}, "validityDays": 180}to {"processing": null, "validityDays": null} (gob.ec )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ecuador— Extension of Tourist Stay — processing time changed: from
{"minDays": 5, "maxDays": 20, "unit": "business-days"}to null (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ecuador— Onward ticket changed: from
A confirmed onward or return ticket is expected and is checked by airlines at check-in.to At border control you may be asked to show proof of a return or onward journey and to give your reason for travel. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Egypt— requirement, maxStayDays, notes changed: from
{"requirement": "visa-on-arrival", "maxStayDays": 30, "visaTypes": ["tourist-voa"], "notes": "Lebanese citizens can obtain a visa on arrival subject to conditions (confirmed hotel booking or organized tourism is commonly required); otherwise apply at an Egyptian consulate."}to embassy-visa, null (visa2egypt.gov.eg )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Egypt— requirement, maxStayDays, notes changed: from
{"requirement": "visa-on-arrival", "maxStayDays": 30, "visaTypes": ["tourist-voa"], "notes": "Jordanian citizens can generally obtain a 30-day visa on arrival; conditions can apply to some traveler categories. Confirm before flying."}to embassy-visa, null (visa2egypt.gov.eg )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Egypt— fee notes changed: from
Paper visa sticker: 30 USD in cash at the kiosks before immigration at approved airports. Since 1 August 2026 Cairo International Airport also issues the visa on arrival as a QR code, bought by card for 36 USD (including a 6 USD digital service fee) on the official Visa on Arrival portal, its mobile app or self-service kiosks in the arrival halls; the QR code is valid for seven days from issue and is shown to the passport officer. Cairo is a pilot before other airports. Only nationalities on the eVisa-eligible list qualify, apart from the conditional arrangements for Jordanian and Lebanese citizens.to Paper visa sticker: 30 USD in cash at the kiosks before immigration at approved airports. Since 1 August 2026 Cairo International Airport also issues the visa on arrival as a QR code, bought by card for 36 USD (including a 6 USD digital service fee) on the official Visa on Arrival portal, its mobile app or self-service kiosks in the arrival halls; the QR code is valid for seven days from issue and is shown to the passport officer. Cairo is a pilot before other airports. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Egypt— onward ticket text changed: from
Onward travel is not systematically checked at the border, but airlines and the eVisa application may ask for return or onward ticket details and accommodation information.to The eVisa portal lists a travel itinerary and hotel bookings or details of the places you will visit among the documents to show on arrival. It does not say a return or onward ticket is required, but airlines may ask for one. (visa2egypt.gov.eg )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Egypt— safety text changed: from
Main tourist areas (Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, the Nile Valley and Red Sea resorts) are heavily policed and generally safe for visitors, but avoid the North Sinai governorate and the Western Desert near the Libyan border, and expect security checkpoints when traveling between cities.to The UK advises against all travel to North Sinai and to within 20 km of the Libyan border, and against all but essential travel to most of the Western Desert, northern South Sinai beyond the St Catherine–Nuweiba road, Ismailiyah east of the Suez Canal and the Hala'ib Triangle. Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, the Nile Valley and the Red Sea coast lie outside these areas. Expect security checkpoints when traveling between cities. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026El Salvador— Stay Extension — processing time changed: from
{"minDays": 3, "maxDays": 10, "unit": "business-days"}to null (migracion.gob.sv )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026El Salvador— Passport validity changed: from
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months on arrival. The rule airlines apply, even though some visa-exempt visitors are admitted with less.to Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the day you arrive. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Equatorial Guinea— US row: when to apply changed: from
Apply at least 60 days before travel.to A visa is required. Equatorial Guinea cancelled visa-free travel for US passport holders on 24 April 2023, and its Embassy in Washington states that all visitors with a foreign passport must present a valid visa. An older government information page still describes the exemption; we follow the Embassy, since travelling without a visa risks being refused boarding or entry. The US Embassy in Malabo says to apply at least 60 days before travel, and the Embassy of Equatorial Guinea says a visa must be used within 60 days of issuance, so time the application with both in mind. (gq.usembassy.gov )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Equatorial Guinea— FAQ: is it safe changed: from
Broadly yes in terms of crime, which is low by regional standards. The friction points are bureaucratic: frequent police checkpoints, strict photography rules and document checks. Keep your papers on you, avoid photographing anything official, and travel patiently.to Take care. The UK government says crime ranges from petty theft and mugging to carjacking and armed robbery, with greater risk after dark in remote parts of Malabo and Bata. Police and military roadblocks are common, with regular reports of requests for bribes, and photographing government or military buildings or airports is illegal. Keep your papers on you and travel patiently. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Equatorial Guinea— Safety changed: from
Violent crime is comparatively rare, but travelers face frequent police checkpoints, document checks and occasional petty extortion; photography rules are strictly enforced. Carry certified copies of your passport and visa at all times.to Crime ranges from petty theft and mugging to carjacking and armed robbery, with greater risk after dark in remote parts of Malabo and Bata. Police and military roadblocks are common, with regular reports of requests for bribes, and photographing government or military buildings or airports is illegal. Always carry your passport or residence permit, or copies. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Equatorial Guinea— Tourist visa (embassy): validity and stay changed: from
validity 90, stay 30to validity 60, stay null (not stated) (egembassydc.com )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Equatorial Guinea— Business visa (embassy): validity and stay changed: from
validity 90, stay 90to validity 60, stay null (not stated) (egembassydc.com )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Equatorial Guinea— Tourist eVisa: stay changed: from
30to null (not stated) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Equatorial Guinea— GB row visa types changed: from
['embassy-tourist']to ['embassy-tourist','evisa-tourist'] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Eritrea— blank pages changed: from
none (passport text said only "blank pages")to 3 (home.eritreaembassy.ch )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Eritrea— safety text changed: from
Day-to-day street crime in Asmara is low, but Eritrea is a tightly controlled state where several governments advise heightened caution or against non-essential travel: movement outside the capital requires permits, border areas with Ethiopia and Djibouti are militarised with landmine risks, communications are restricted and consular assistance is extremely limited.to Asmara is a relatively safe city, though there is a risk of street crime, especially at night. The UK advises against all travel within 25 km of Eritrea's land borders, where there are landmines; foreign nationals need a permit to travel outside the Asmara region, and consular assistance is severely limited. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Eritrea— FAQ answer changed: from
Street crime in Asmara is rare, but the wider picture demands caution: several governments advise against non-essential travel, border zones are militarised with landmine risks, movement is controlled by permits, communications are restricted and consular help is extremely limited. Travel with a reputable operator and follow the rules precisely.to Asmara is a relatively safe city, though there is a risk of street crime at night, but the wider picture demands caution: the UK advises against all travel within 25 km of the land borders, where there are landmines, movement outside the Asmara region needs a permit, international SIM cards do not work, and consular help is severely limited. Travel with a reputable operator and follow the rules precisely. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Estonia— National Long-Stay Visa (Type D) — processing time changed: from
{"minDays": 15, "maxDays": 30, "unit": "calendar-days"}to null (vm.ee )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Eswatini— Bulgaria row: corroboration changed: from
table Y onlyto table Y + Bulgarian MFA: visa required (mfa.bg )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Eswatini— Romania row: corroboration changed: from
table Y onlyto table Y + Romanian MFA: visa required (mae.ro )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Eswatini— China row: source changed: from
https://www.gov.sz/ (portal front page)to https://www.gov.sz/index.php/component/content/article/314-immigrants-requiring-visas-to-enter-the-kingdom-of-swaziland (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Eswatini— South Korea row: source and extension changed: from
visa-free 30, cites gov.sz front page, no extension figureto visa-free 30, extendable 30, cites Korean MOFA list (0404.go.kr )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Eswatini— Serbia row: requirement changed: from
embassy-visa 30to visa-free (stay not stated) (mfa.gov.rs )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Eswatini— Montenegro row: requirement changed: from
embassy-visa 30to visa-free 30 (gov.me )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Eswatini— Kosovo row: basis changed: from
cites gov.sz front page, states visa requiredto visa required kept as the stricter reading; source marked not-stated (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Eswatini— São Tomé and Príncipe row: basis changed: from
unsourcedto gov.sz table: SAO TOME AND PRINCIPE Y (gov.sz )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ethiopia— Tourist eVisa — 30 days — processing time changed: from
{"minDays": 1, "maxDays": 3, "unit": "business-days"}to {"minDays": 3, "maxDays": 3, "unit": "calendar-days"} (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ethiopia— Tourist eVisa — 30 days — fee note changed: from
Single entry; fees were raised sharply in 2024. Confirm the current amount on evisa.gov.et before applying.to Single entry. e-Visa application fees are not refundable. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ethiopia— Tourist eVisa — 90 days — processing time changed: from
{"minDays": 1, "maxDays": 3, "unit": "business-days"}to {"minDays": 3, "maxDays": 3, "unit": "calendar-days"} (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ethiopia— Tourist eVisa — 90 days — fee note changed: from
Single entry; fees were raised sharply in 2024. Confirm the current amount on evisa.gov.et before applying.to Single entry. e-Visa application fees are not refundable. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ethiopia— Tourist Visa on Arrival — new visa type changed: from
(none; VOA existed only in row notes and the FAQ)to visa-on-arrival type, fee/stay/processing null (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ethiopia— Passport validity changed: from
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Ethiopia, with at least one blank page for the entry stamp.to Your passport must have at least six months left after the date you plan to enter Ethiopia. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ethiopia— FAQ — eVisa processing time changed: from
Apply online at evisa.gov.et with a passport scan and a photo. The single-entry tourist eVisa comes in 30-day (USD 62) and 90-day (USD 152) versions and is normally approved within one to three working days. Print the approval letter and carry it with your passport.to Apply online at evisa.gov.et with a passport scan and a photo. The single-entry tourist eVisa comes in 30-day (USD 62) and 90-day (USD 152) versions and normally takes 3 days to process. Print the approval letter and carry it with your passport. (evisa.gov.et )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Ethiopia— Safety — travel advice changed: from
The UK advises against all travel to the Tigray, Amhara and Gambela regions, to parts of Afar (within 20km of the Eritrean border and 50km of the Tigray boundary), Oromia and Somali, and to most land border areas, and against all but essential travel to the rest of Afar. Conflict and kidnapping are reported in parts of Amhara, Oromia and Somali, and mugging is on the rise in Addis Ababa. Check current government travel advice before planning any trip outside the capital.to The UK advises against all travel to the Tigray, Amhara and Gambela regions, to parts of Afar (within 20km of the Eritrean border and 50km of the Tigray boundary), Oromia, Somali and Benishangul-Gumuz, and to most land border areas, and against all but essential travel to the rest of Afar and Benishangul-Gumuz and to further parts of Oromia and Somali. All civilian flights to and from Tigray were suspended on 22 September 2026. Conflict and kidnapping are reported in parts of Amhara, Oromia and Somali, and mugging is on the rise in Addis Ababa. Check current government travel advice before planning any trip outside the capital. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Fiji— Onward ticket: text changed: from
Visitors must hold a confirmed onward or return ticket and be able to name where they are staying — both are conditions of the visitor permit granted on arrival, and airlines check the ticket before boarding.to At border control visitors must show an onward or return ticket and a valid visa for the next country they are travelling to. Fiji's immigration ministry likewise asks for an onward ticket for the next destination after Fiji. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Finland— National D visa fee — paper application changed: from
Issued mainly alongside residence-permit decisions for workers, students, researchers and their families. Most stays over 90 days are handled as residence permits through the Finnish Immigration Service (Migri). Confirm current conditions with the Finnish mission.to €95 when applied for through the electronic e-service; €120 on a paper application. Issued mainly alongside residence-permit decisions for workers, students, researchers and their families. Most stays over 90 days are handled as residence permits through the Finnish Immigration Service (Migri). Confirm current conditions with the Finnish mission. (um.fi )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Finland— Safety summary changed: from
Finland consistently ranks among the safest countries in the world, with very low crime. The main risks are environmental: severe winter cold in Lapland and slippery pavements in the cities.to Pickpockets may target tourists in crowded areas during the tourist season. Parts of Finland lie inside the Arctic Circle, where some areas are very remote and emergency medical help and search and rescue are limited. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gabon— Entry requirement (Norway) changed: from
Visa-free, 90 days (late-2023 measures)to eVisa (visa required) (regjeringen.no )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gabon— Entry requirement (Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein) changed: from
Visa-free, 90 days (late-2023 measures)to eVisa (no exemption confirmed) (evisa.dgdi.ga )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gabon— Passport validity changed: from
Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months on arrival in Gabon, with at least one blank page for the entry stamp or visa.to Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Gabon. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gabon— Yellow fever certificate changed: from
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from all travelers aged 1 year and over and is routinely checked on arrival. Keep the yellow card with your passport.to A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required to enter Gabon. Keep the yellow card with your passport. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gabon— FAQ: US/EU exemption changed: from
No. Gabon announced visa exemptions for several Western countries in late 2023, but they no longer cover EU, UK, Canadian or US citizens: Spain's foreign ministry says EU citizens are no longer exempt, France and the Netherlands tell their citizens to get a visa through the DGDI, and the UK and Canada list a visa as required. The US State Department reports that Gabon announced on 18 December 2025 that it would suspend visa issuance to US citizens, in reciprocity for US restrictions that took effect on 1 January 2026.to No. Gabon announced visa exemptions for several Western countries in late 2023, but they no longer cover EU, Norwegian, UK, Canadian or US citizens: Spain's foreign ministry says EU citizens are no longer exempt, France and the Netherlands tell their citizens to get a visa through the DGDI, Norway says Norwegians need a visa, and the UK and Canada list a visa as required. No official source confirms an exemption for Swiss, Icelandic or Liechtenstein citizens either. The US State Department reports that Gabon announced on 18 December 2025 that it would suspend visa issuance to US citizens, in reciprocity for US restrictions that took effect on 1 January 2026. (regjeringen.no )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gabon— FAQ: yellow fever changed: from
Yes. Gabon requires a yellow fever vaccination certificate from all travelers aged 1 year and over, regardless of where you are arriving from, and it is checked on arrival.to Yes. You must have a yellow fever vaccination certificate to enter Gabon, whatever country you are arriving from. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gabon— Safety summary changed: from
Gabon is calmer than much of the region, but petty crime occurs in Libreville and Port-Gentil, and the political situation has been in transition since 2023. Avoid demonstrations and keep documents on you.to Robbery, armed attacks and rape have occurred in Gabon, including assaults on taxi passengers, so avoid remote areas and isolated beaches after dark. Since the August 2023 military takeover the authorities may scrutinise tourists closely, and some have been held and questioned. Avoid protests and rallies and carry your documents. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— Entry clearance changed: from
(none)to entry clearance, validity 30 days, fee/processing not published (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
A visa is required in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Sudan is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
A visa is required in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to South Sudan is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
A visa is required in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Chad is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
A visa is required in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to the Central African Republic is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
A visa is required in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to DR Congo is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
A visa is required in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Congo (Brazzaville) is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
A visa is required in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Gabon is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
A visa is required in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Angola is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
South Africa is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to South Africa is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
Lesotho is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Lesotho is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
Cameroon is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Cameroon is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
Mozambique is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Mozambique is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
A visa is required in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Burundi is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
Rwanda is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Rwanda is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
A visa is required in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Somalia is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab) - Oct 3, 2026Gambia— notes / visaTypes changed: from
A visa is required in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission; where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying.to Algeria is on the Immigration Department’s list of countries whose citizens need both a visa and an entry clearance. Obtain the visa in advance from a Gambian embassy or high commission (where there is no Gambian mission nearby, ask your airline about arrangements before flying); your host in The Gambia must also obtain the entry clearance from the Immigration Department. (gid.gov.gm )(opens in a new tab)