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  1. Ecuador

    Summary

    Before
    Ecuador has one of the most open visa policies in the world: most nationalities enter visa-free for up to 90 days within a 12-month period, while a negative list of about 45, including India, the Philippines, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cuba, Nigeria, Pakistan, Venezuela and, since the 2024 suspension of its waiver, China, need a visa before travel. Andean Community citizens travel on a national ID card.
    After
    Most nationalities enter Ecuador visa-free for up to 90 days within a 12-month period, while the Foreign Ministry lists 45 nationalities that must hold a visa, including India, the Philippines, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cuba, Nigeria, Pakistan, Venezuela and China.

  2. Dominican Republic

    Passport notes (HT)

    Before
    Haitian citizens need a consular visa issued by a Dominican consulate before travel; requirements are strictly enforced and border rules can change at short notice.
    After
    Haitian citizens need a consular visa issued by a Dominican consulate before travel.

  3. Dominican Republic

    Passport notes (AZ)

    Before
    A consular tourist visa is normally required — BUT the Dominican Republic waives it for travelers holding a valid multiple-entry visa or permanent residence for the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom or the Schengen area, who can then enter visa-free as tourists (complete the e-Ticket as usual). Without such a visa, apply through a Dominican consulate. A mutual visa exemption for ordinary passports (up to 90 days in any 180) was signed on 24 September 2026 and is not yet in force.
    After
    A consular tourist visa is normally required — BUT the Dominican Republic waives it for travelers holding a valid multiple-entry visa or permanent residence for the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom or the Schengen area, who can then enter visa-free as tourists (complete the e-Ticket as usual). Without such a visa, apply through a Dominican consulate.

  4. Dominican Republic

    Passport notes (RU)

    Before
    Visa-free for tourism under the bilateral arrangement — 30 days on entry, extendable. Complete the free e-Ticket form before both arrival and departure.
    After
    Visa-free for tourism, per the Dominican Foreign Ministry's visa lookup, extendable up to 120 days with the Dirección General de Migración. Complete the free e-Ticket form for arrival and for departure.

  5. Dominican Republic

    Passport notes (UA)

    Before
    Ukrainian citizens are on the Dominican Republic's tourist visa-waiver list — 30 days on entry, extendable. The list changes periodically, so confirm with a Dominican consulate before booking. Complete the free e-Ticket form before both arrival and departure.
    After
    Visa-free for tourism, per the Dominican Foreign Ministry's visa lookup, extendable up to 120 days with the Dirección General de Migración. Complete the free e-Ticket form for arrival and for departure.

  6. Dominican Republic

    Passport notes (TR, ZA, AD, AG, AR, AT, BS, BH, BB, BE, BZ, BO, BA, BW, BN, BG, CL, CO, CR, HR, CY, CZ, DK, DM, EC, SV, EE, FJ, FI, GE, GR, GD, GT, GY, HN, HK, HU, IS, IL, JM, KZ, KI, KW, LV, LI, LT, LU, MO, MY, MT, MH, MU, FM, MC, MN, MA, NA, NR, NI, MK, NO, PA, PG, PY, PE, QA, KN, LC, VC, WS, SM, RS, SC, SG, SK, SI, SB, SR, SE, TW, TH, TO, TT, TV, AE, UY, VU, VA)

    Before
    Visa-free for tourism — 30 days on entry, extendable online with Migración up to 120 days. Complete the free e-Ticket form before both arrival and departure.
    After
    Visa-free for tourism, extendable up to 120 days with the Dirección General de Migración. Complete the free e-Ticket form for arrival and for departure.

  7. Dominican Republic

    Passport notes (US, GB, CA, AU, NZ, IE, DE, FR, ES, IT, PT, NL, PL, CH, RO, JP, KR, BR, MX)

    Before
    Visa-free for tourism — 30 days on entry, extendable online with Migración up to 120 days. The old tourist card fee is bundled into your airfare. Complete the free e-Ticket form before both arrival and departure.
    After
    Visa-free for tourism, extendable up to 120 days with the Dirección General de Migración. When you arrive by air, the tourist card is included in your airline ticket. Complete the free e-Ticket form for arrival and for departure.

  8. Dominican Republic

    Safety

    Before
    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.
    After
    The UK government describes the crime rate as high, from bag-snatching and pickpocketing to violent crime and carjacking. It says thieves on motorcycles snatch bags from pedestrians and reach into cars stopped at red lights, and that assaults on foreigners have occurred, including at beach resorts. It advises avoiding remote areas, particularly after dark, and not wearing expensive jewellery or carrying large amounts of cash.

  9. Dominican Republic

    FAQ: visa exemption

    Before
    Yes. Nationals of visa-required countries (such as China, India, the Philippines or Vietnam) can enter the Dominican Republic visa-free as tourists if they hold a valid multiple-entry visa or permanent residence for the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom or the Schengen area. They complete the normal e-Ticket and enter under the tourist regime.
    After
    Yes. Under Decree No. 691-07, nationals of visa-required countries (such as China, India, the Philippines or Vietnam) who hold permanent residence or a valid multiple-entry visa for the United States, the European Union (Schengen), Canada or the United Kingdom can enter for tourism with just a valid passport and a tourist card.

  10. Dominican Republic

    FAQ: tourist card

    Before
    No. The USD 10 tourist card was rolled into airline ticket taxes years ago, so travelers arriving by air no longer buy one separately. Nothing needs to be paid on arrival — only the free e-Ticket form is required.
    After
    The Government of Canada says that if you arrive by air, the cost of the tourist card is included in your airline ticket, and that if you arrive by sea you obtain the card at the point of entry from the Dirección General de Impuestos Internos. It says the e-Ticket does not replace the tourist card.

  11. Dominican Republic

    FAQ: extending a stay

    Before
    Yes. You can request an extension online from the Dirección General de Migración for up to 120 days in total. Many visitors instead simply pay the overstay surcharge at the airport when leaving — it is a sliding fee that grows with the overstay — but the formal extension is the correct route.
    After
    Yes. The Government of Canada says you can apply for an extension of up to 120 days at the Dirección General de Migración in Santo Domingo, after you arrive and before your tourist card expires, and that overstaying can lead to deportation or refusal of re-entry.

  12. Dominican Republic

    FAQ: US citizens

    Before
    No. US citizens enter visa-free as tourists for 30 days, and the old USD 10 tourist card is now included in airline tickets. You just need a valid passport and the free e-Ticket form. Stays can be extended online up to 120 days.
    After
    No. US citizens enter visa-free as tourists for 30 days; when you arrive by air, the tourist card is included in your airline ticket, according to the Government of Canada. You need a valid passport and the free e-Ticket form. The UK government says a visit can be extended for a fee up to 120 days.

  13. Dominican Republic

    FAQ: e-Ticket

    Before
    The e-Ticket is a free mandatory digital form combining migration, customs and health declarations. Every air traveler must complete one before arriving AND another before departing, at the official site eticket.migracion.gob.do, and show the QR code at check-in and the border. It is completely free. Avoid third-party sites that charge.
    After
    The e-Ticket is a free, mandatory digital form required by the Dirección General de Migración and the Dirección General de Aduanas. Every passenger entering or leaving the country must complete it, at the official site eticket.migracion.gob.do; Migration says lookalike sites charge for it.

  14. Dominican Republic

    Tip: hurricanes

    Before
    The UK government says the Caribbean hurricane season normally runs from June to November. Buy insurance that covers weather disruption and follow local guidance if a storm approaches.
    After
    The UK government says the Caribbean hurricane season normally runs from June to November.

  15. Dominican Republic

    Tip: motorbike taxis

    Before
    The UK government says motorbike taxis (motoconchos) are often driven badly and do not always provide passengers with a helmet. Prefer registered taxis.
    After
    The UK government says motorbike taxis (motoconchos) are often driven badly and do not always provide passengers with a helmet, and advises using an authorised airport or hotel taxi service or booking from a registered provider.

  16. Dominican Republic

    Tip: e-Ticket

    Before
    The e-Ticket entry/exit form is free at eticket.migracion.gob.do — lookalike websites charge for the same form. Fill in one for arrival and one for departure and save the QR codes on your phone.
    After
    The e-Ticket entry and exit form is free at eticket.migracion.gob.do; the Dirección General de Migración says lookalike websites charge for it.

  17. Dominican Republic

    Currency limits

    Before
    Cash and monetary instruments over USD 10,000 (or equivalent) must be declared on arrival and departure. The declaration is part of the e-Ticket form.
    After
    Cash of USD 10,000 or more (or the equivalent in Dominican pesos or another currency) and bearer instruments must be declared to customs officers on entry or exit, using the form provided for that purpose, with documents showing that the money was lawfully obtained.

  18. Dominican Republic

    e-Ticket timing

    Before
    Complete online before departure — one form for arrival and another for departure; the QR code is checked at check-in and at the border
    After
    Online, for arrival and again for departure

  19. Dominican Republic

    e-Ticket

    Before
    Every traveler entering or leaving the Dominican Republic by air must complete the digital e-Ticket (a combined migration, customs and health form) and present its QR code. The Dirección General de Migración says the e-Ticket is free and that unofficial lookalike sites charge for it, so use only the official eticket.migracion.gob.do site.
    After
    Every passenger entering or leaving the Dominican Republic must complete the digital e-Ticket, a form required by the Dirección General de Migración and the Dirección General de Aduanas. The Dirección General de Migración says the e-Ticket is free and that unofficial lookalike sites charge for it, so use only the official eticket.migracion.gob.do site.

  20. Dominican Republic

    Proof of funds

    Before
    No minimum amount is published. Canada's travel advice says you may need to prove adequate funds for the duration of your stay when you enter, and give the address where you will be staying.
    After
    No official source we could read publishes a minimum amount. Canada's travel advice says you may need to prove adequate funds for the duration of your stay when you enter, and give the address where you will be staying.

  21. Dominican Republic

    Onward ticket

    Before
    Carry proof of onward or return travel. The UK government warns that you may be refused entry without it, and Canada notes that officials may ask to see it.
    After
    The UK government says you may be refused entry if you do not have proof of onward or return travel when you arrive, and the Government of Canada says customs officials may ask to see a return or onward ticket.

  22. Dominican Republic

    Travel insurance

    Before
    Travel insurance is not an entry requirement, but medical coverage is strongly recommended — private clinics in tourist areas demand payment or proof of insurance before treatment, and bills can be high.
    After
    No official source we could read states a travel insurance requirement for the Dominican Republic. The Government of Canada says medical facilities may require payment up front and that private hospitals may ask to see proof of insurance before admitting you.

  23. Dominican Republic

    Passport validity

    Before
    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.
    After
    The UK government says that up to 31 December 2026 British passport holders can enter and leave the Dominican Republic for tourism as long as their passport remains valid for the duration of their visit, and that the rules may change after that date.

  24. Dominican Republic

    Summary

    Before
    The Dominican Republic admits tourists from the US, Canada, the UK, the EU and most of the Americas visa-free for 30 days (extendable online up to 120), requires every traveler to complete the free digital e-Ticket form for both arrival and departure, and waives its visa entirely for anyone holding a valid US, Canadian, UK or Schengen multiple-entry visa or permanent residence.
    After
    The Dominican Republic admits tourists from the US, Canada, the UK, the EU and most of the Americas visa-free for 30 days (extendable up to 120), requires every traveler to complete the free digital e-Ticket form for both arrival and departure, and waives its visa entirely for anyone holding a valid US, Canadian, UK or Schengen multiple-entry visa or permanent residence.

  25. Congo - Kinshasa

    faq.safety.answer

    Before
    Large parts are not. Canada advises against all travel to the DRC, and the UK advises against all travel to parts of the east, including North Kivu and Ituri. Canada says armed groups control Goma and Bukavu, and that violent demonstrations, sometimes targeting foreign nationals, have taken place in Kinshasa.
    After
    Canada advises against all travel to the DRC, and the UK advises against all travel to parts of the east, including North Kivu and Ituri. Canada says armed groups control Goma and Bukavu, and that violent demonstrations, sometimes targeting foreign nationals, have taken place in Kinshasa.