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  1. Iceland

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    Before
    Crime levels are low, though petty theft and antisocial behaviour occur, particularly around bars in downtown Reykjavík. The bigger risks are natural: weather that changes quickly and makes driving hard, strong winds that can damage rental cars, and the volcanic eruptions on the Reykjanes peninsula since December 2023 — follow the authorities' latest advice.
    After
    The UK FCDO says crime levels are low but petty theft and antisocial behaviour can occur, particularly around bars in downtown Reykjavík; that weather can change quickly and strong winds can damage rental cars; and that there have been a series of volcanic eruptions on the Reykjanes peninsula since December 2023, so follow the authorities' advice.

  2. Iceland

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    Before
    €90 (children 6–11: €45; under 6: free), paid in local currency where you apply. Iceland has few missions abroad — in many countries applications are handled by another Schengen state representing Iceland.
    After
    €90 (children 6–11: €45; under 6: free). Icelandic embassies issue visas in four cities; in about 120 other cities other Schengen states issue visas on Iceland's behalf.

  3. Iceland

    visaPolicy.byPassport.RU.notes

    Before
    A Schengen visa is required, and Iceland has suspended accepting tourist-visa applications from Russian citizens; the EU’s visa facilitation agreement is also suspended (higher fees, slower processing). Entry with a Schengen visa issued by another state is assessed at the border. Confirm before traveling.
    After
    A Schengen short-stay visa is required.

  4. Iceland

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    Before
    A Schengen short-stay visa is required. Iceland has few missions abroad — in many countries the application is lodged with another Schengen state representing Iceland; check which mission serves your place of residence.
    After
    A Schengen short-stay visa is required. Iceland's Directorate of Immigration says Icelandic embassies issue visas in London, New Delhi, Beijing and Washington, D.C., and that in about 120 other cities other Schengen states issue visas on Iceland's behalf.

  5. Iceland

    summary

    Before
    Iceland applies Schengen rules through its EEA/EFTA membership: EU and EFTA citizens enter freely, around 60 visa-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180-day period (ETIAS is not yet in operation), and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa — often applied for via another Schengen state representing Iceland.
    After
    Iceland is one of the 29 Schengen states: EEA/EFTA citizens enter with a valid passport or accepted identity card, visa-exempt nationalities get 90 days in any 180-day period (ETIAS is not yet in operation), and everyone else needs a €90 Schengen short-stay visa. Icelandic embassies issue visas in four cities; in about 120 other cities other Schengen states issue them on Iceland's behalf.

  6. Iceland

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    Before
    Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter the Schengen Area. 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.
    After
    Visa-exempt travelers will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter the Schengen Area. It is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU says it will announce the start date several months before launch.

  7. Iceland

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    Before
    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.
    After
    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.

  8. Iceland

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    Before
    Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000, valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. Visa-exempt visitors are not required to show it but border officers may ask about cover.
    After
    Schengen visa applicants must hold travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000, valid across the Schengen Area for the whole stay. No official source we could read states an insurance requirement for visa-exempt visitors.

  9. Iceland

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    Before
    The EU suspended Vanuatu’s visa waiver over its citizenship-by-investment scheme; a Schengen short-stay visa is required.
    After
    Vanuatu is on the EU's list of countries whose nationals need a visa (Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, Annex I); a Schengen short-stay visa is required.

  10. Iceland

    visaPolicy.byPassport.UA.notes

    Before
    Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. Temporary protection arrangements for those fleeing the war are separate.
    After
    Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period.

  11. Iceland

    visaPolicy.byPassport.LI.notes

    Before
    EFTA citizens enjoy free movement equivalent to EU citizens.
    After
    Iceland's Directorate of Immigration says EEA/EFTA citizens visiting Iceland must carry valid travel documents or identity cards accepted for border crossing, valid beyond their stay.

  12. Iceland

    visaPolicy.byPassport.AT.notes

    Before
    EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa; register if staying over 3 months.
    After
    EU citizens can travel to Iceland with a valid passport or national identity card and need no visa.

  13. Hungary

    Passport notes (VU)

    Before
    The EU suspended Vanuatu’s visa waiver over its citizenship-by-investment scheme; a Schengen short-stay visa is required.
    After
    Vanuatu is on the EU list of countries whose nationals need a visa; a Schengen short-stay visa is required.

  14. Hungary

    Passport notes (IN)

    Before
    A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Hungarian embassy or visa center (VFS Global) serving your place of residence.
    After
    A Schengen short-stay visa is required.

  15. Hungary

    Passport notes (CN, PH, ID, VN, PK, NG, ZA, AF, DZ, AO, AM, AZ, BH, BD, BY, BZ, BJ, BT, BO, BW, BF, BI, CV, KH, CM, CF, TD, KM, CI, CU, CD, DJ, DO, EC, EG, GQ, ER, SZ, ET, FJ, GA, GM, GH, GN, GW, GY, HT, IR, IQ, JM, JO, KZ, KE, KW, KG, LA, LB, LS, LR, LY, MG, MW, MV, ML, MR, MN, MA, MZ, MM, NA, NP, NE, KP, OM, PS, PG, QA, CG, RW, ST, SA, SN, SL, SO, SS, LK, SD, SR, SY, TJ, TZ, TH, TG, TN, TM, UG, UZ, YE, ZM, ZW)

    Before
    A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Hungarian embassy or visa center serving your place of residence.
    After
    A Schengen short-stay visa is required.

  16. Hungary

    Passport notes (TR)

    Before
    A Schengen short-stay visa is required, applied for at the Hungarian embassy or consulate serving your place of residence.
    After
    A Schengen short-stay visa is required.

  17. Hungary

    Passport notes (RU)

    Before
    A Schengen short-stay visa is required. The EU suspended its visa facilitation agreement with Russia; fees are higher (€90) and processing is slower.
    After
    A Schengen short-stay visa is required.

  18. Hungary

    Passport notes (UA)

    Before
    Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period. Temporary protection arrangements for those fleeing the war are separate.
    After
    Visa-free with a biometric passport: 90 days in any 180-day period.

  19. Hungary

    Passport notes (IE, DE, FR, ES, IT, PT, NL, PL, RO, AT, BE, BG, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, GR, LV, LT, LU, MT, SK, SI, SE)

    Before
    EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa; register if staying over 3 months.
    After
    EU citizens can enter with a passport or national ID card and stay without a visa.

  20. Hungary

    Road vignette

    Before
    Hungarian motorways are paid for with the e-matrica, an electronic vignette registered to the number plate. There is no sticker to display. Besides the national vignettes above there are cheaper annual county vignettes, worth comparing if your driving stays within one or two counties. Buy from the national toll operator or its resellers; the price is the same everywhere.
    After
    Hungarian motorways are paid for with the e-vignette (e-matrica), bought for a specific registration number and country code. Besides the national vignettes above there are annual county vignettes, valid on the toll expressways of one county.

  21. Hungary

    Best time to visit

    Before
    No official seasonal guidance; the months shown are not an official recommendation. The CIA World Factbook describes Hungary's climate as temperate, with cold, cloudy, humid winters and warm summers.
    After
    No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Hungary. The CIA World Factbook describes Hungary's climate as temperate, with cold, cloudy, humid winters and warm summers.

  22. Hungary

    Safety

    Before
    Hungary is one of Europe's safest destinations. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing on Budapest transport and around sights, and overcharging by unofficial taxis and some bars.
    After
    The Government of Canada says pickpocketing and bag snatching occur and thieves target tourists. It reports overcharging by taxi drivers and bill scams in bars and restaurants, sometimes with taxi drivers as accomplices.

  23. Hungary

    FAQ: length of stay

    Before
    Visa-exempt non-EU visitors can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area. EU and EFTA citizens can stay indefinitely but must register locally after 3 months.
    After
    Visa-exempt non-EU visitors can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area.

  24. Hungary

    FAQ: ETIAS

    Before
    ETIAS for visa-exempt travelers is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Once mandatory, the €20 online authorization will be required before boarding. Check the official EU website for the current status.
    After
    ETIAS for visa-exempt travelers is not yet in operation, and no applications are being collected; the EU will announce the start date several months before launch. Once mandatory, the €20 online authorization will be required before travel.

  25. Hungary

    Tip: currency

    Before
    Pay in forint (HUF). Canada's travel advice says euros are accepted only in Budapest and some other major cities where a sign is posted, often at uncompetitive rates, and warns against unofficial moneychangers.
    After
    Hungary's currency is the forint (HUF). Canada's travel advice says euros are accepted only in Budapest and some other major cities where a sign is posted, often at uncompetitive rates, and warns against unofficial moneychangers.