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  1. North Korea

    summary

    Before
    North Korea is essentially closed to tourism: borders shut in 2020 and have reopened only for limited, state-organized group tours aimed chiefly at the Russian market. Tourists normally travel only on organised tours whose state-approved operator arranges the visa, independent travellers need a sponsor and permission from the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, and US and South Korean passport holders cannot visit at all.
    After
    North Korea is essentially closed to tourism: the UK government says its borders have been closed to general entry since 2020 and only limited tourism has restarted. Tourists normally travel only on organised tours whose state-approved operator arranges the visa, independent travellers need a sponsor and permission from the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, and US and South Korean passport holders cannot visit at all.

  2. North Korea

    FAQ: money

    Before
    Cash only. The UK government says credit cards and international mobile payments are not accepted, that the US dollar and the euro are the most widely accepted currencies with Chinese yuan taken in some places, and that importing or exporting the won is illegal. Canada's travel advice adds that there are no ATMs.
    After
    Mostly cash. The UK government says credit cards and international mobile payments are not accepted, that the US dollar and the euro are the most widely accepted currencies with Chinese yuan taken in some places, and that importing or exporting the won is illegal. Canada's travel advice says cash is the most accepted form of payment and there are no ATMs, though some hotels accept credit cards if you give them advance notice.

  3. Nigeria

    Safety

    Before
    Risk varies sharply by state. Lagos, Abuja and much of the south-west are visited routinely with sensible precautions, but the FCDO advises against all travel to Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Gombe, Katsina and Zamfara states and to the riverine areas of the Niger Delta, and against all but essential travel to much of the rest of the north, the Middle Belt and parts of the south-east, because of terrorism, banditry and kidnapping. Plan state by state against current advisories.
    After
    Risk varies sharply by state. The FCDO advises against all travel to Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Gombe, Katsina and Zamfara states and to the riverine areas of the Niger Delta, and against all but essential travel to much of the rest of the north, the Middle Belt and parts of the south-east, because of terrorism, banditry and kidnapping. Plan state by state against current advisories.

  4. Nigeria

    FAQ

    Before
    Most travelers do. Since May 2025 short tourist and business visits are handled through Nigeria's official e-Visa, open to more than 180 nationalities including the US, UK, Canada and the EU. ECOWAS citizens enter without a visa under the bloc's free-movement protocol, as do citizens of Cameroon and Chad under visa-abolition agreements, and a small number of nationalities must still apply at a Nigerian embassy.
    After
    Most travelers do. Since May 2025 short tourist and business visits are handled through Nigeria's official e-Visa, open to more than 180 nationalities including the US, UK, Canada and the EU. ECOWAS citizens enter without a visa under the bloc's free-movement protocol, as do citizens of Cameroon and Chad under visa-abolition agreements.

  5. Nigeria

    Travel insurance

    Before
    Not a condition of entry, but strongly recommended — private healthcare in Lagos and Abuja is decent but expensive, and serious cases may need evacuation.
    After
    Not a condition of entry. Canada's travel advice says public and private medical facilities usually require a cash deposit, a payment guarantee or confirmation of medical insurance, that you will likely need medical evacuation in case of serious illness or injury, and recommends travel insurance that covers evacuation and hospital stays.

  6. Nigeria

    Onward ticket

    Before
    A return or onward ticket is part of the e-Visa application and is checked by airlines before boarding.
    After
    The Nigeria Immigration Service lists evidence of a return ticket among the requirements for a tourism visa.

  7. Niger

    Visa policy notes (176 embassy-visa rows)

    Before
    Check the latest security advisories: most of Niger is rated do-not-travel.
    After
    Check the latest security advisories: the UK and Canadian governments advise against all travel to Niger.

  8. New Zealand

    Tip

    Before
    Declare all food and any outdoor gear when you arrive. The UK says it is illegal to import most food products, that tents, fishing equipment and golf clubs can carry pests, and that breaking the rules can mean a fine of up to NZ$100,000 or a prison sentence.
    After
    Declare any food or outdoor gear that may be prohibited, and if in doubt, declare it. The UK says it is illegal to import most food products, that tents, fishing equipment and golf clubs can carry pests, and that breaking the rules can mean a fine of up to NZ$100,000 or a prison sentence.

  9. Netherlands

    Safety

    Before
    The Netherlands is a very safe destination. The main visitor risks are pickpocketing in central Amsterdam and on trains, and bicycle theft.
    After
    The UK FCDO says pickpocketing and bag-snatching are common, particularly in central Amsterdam and around Amsterdam Central Station, and that thieves work in gangs on trains and trams to and from Schiphol airport. Amsterdam police have also warned of criminals posing as police to trick tourists into handing over cash and cards.

  10. Nepal

    Travel insurance

    Before
    Border officers may ask to see a travel insurance document covering healthcare costs, repatriation and other emergencies in Nepal, along with confirmation of where you will spend your first night. Nepal's Department of Immigration does not list insurance among its visa-on-arrival steps (online form, fee receipt, passport), so this rests on the UK government's advice. For trekking, choose a policy that covers your maximum altitude and helicopter evacuation: a rescue flight can cost thousands of dollars.
    After
    Border officers may ask to see a travel insurance document covering healthcare costs, repatriation and other emergencies in Nepal, along with confirmation of where you will spend your first night. Nepal's Department of Immigration does not list insurance among its visa-on-arrival steps (online form, fee receipt, passport), so this rests on the UK government's advice. For trekking, the UK FCDO advises insurance that covers mountain rescue and helicopter costs; it says helicopter evacuation usually costs between £1,000 and £2,000 or more per flying hour.

  11. Nepal

    FAQ

    Before
    On arrival you complete a form (or bring the receipt from the free online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np, submitted within 15 days before travel), pay the fee in cash and receive the visa sticker. Queues at Kathmandu airport can be long — the pre-filled form and exact cash speed things up.
    After
    On arrival you complete a form (or bring the receipt from the free online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np, submitted within 15 days before travel), pay the fee (by card, or in cash — the UK FCDO advises carrying US dollars as a back-up) and receive the visa sticker. Queues at Kathmandu airport can be long — the pre-filled form speeds things up.

  12. Nepal

    FAQ

    Before
    Yes, but it is issued on arrival: US passport holders (like almost all nationalities) get a tourist visa at Kathmandu airport or any land border — 30 USD for 15 days, 50 USD for 30 days or 125 USD for 90 days, multiple entry. Bring the fee in cash.
    After
    Yes, but it is issued on arrival: US passport holders (like almost all nationalities) get a tourist visa at Kathmandu airport or any land border — 30 USD for 15 days, 50 USD for 30 days or 125 USD for 90 days, multiple entry. You can pay by card, but bring cash as a back-up; US dollars are preferred.

  13. Nepal

    Visa fee note

    Before
    Payable at the border in major currencies (cash preferred; card terminals at Kathmandu airport are unreliable). You can pre-fill the online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np within 15 days before arrival to skip the kiosk line.
    After
    Payable at the border. The UK FCDO says you can pay by card but should have cash as a back-up, with US dollars the preferred currency. You can pre-fill the online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np within 15 days before arrival to skip the kiosk line.

  14. Nepal

    Visa fee note

    Before
    Payable at the border in major currencies (cash preferred; card terminals at Kathmandu airport are unreliable). You can pre-fill the online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np within 15 days before arrival to skip the kiosk line.
    After
    Payable at the border. The UK FCDO says you can pay by card but should have cash as a back-up, with US dollars the preferred currency. You can pre-fill the online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np within 15 days before arrival to skip the kiosk line.

  15. Nepal

    Visa fee note

    Before
    Payable at the border in major currencies (cash preferred; card terminals at Kathmandu airport are unreliable). You can pre-fill the online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np within 15 days before arrival to skip the kiosk line.
    After
    Payable at the border. The UK FCDO says you can pay by card but should have cash as a back-up, with US dollars the preferred currency. You can pre-fill the online form at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np within 15 days before arrival to skip the kiosk line.

  16. Nepal

    Best time to visit (months)

    Before
    11, 3, 4
    After
    (none)

  17. Nauru

    FAQ

    Before
    A visitor's visa can be granted for up to three months, single entry (Immigration Regulations 2014, regulation 12(7)), and the fee rises with the length: AUD 50 for one month, 150 for two and 250 for three. In practice the flight schedule sets the length of most visits. Extensions are possible through the immigration office on the island but should not be assumed.
    After
    A visitor's visa can be granted for up to three months, single entry (Immigration Regulations 2014, regulation 12(7)), and the fee rises with the length: AUD 50 for one month, 150 for two and 250 for three. Extensions are possible through the immigration office on the island but should not be assumed.

  18. Nauru

    Visa policy notes (182 embassy-visa rows)

    Before
    This nationality cannot apply on arrival,.
    After
    This nationality cannot apply on arrival.

  19. Nauru

    Best time to visit (months)

    Before
    6, 7, 8, 9, 10
    After
    (none)

  20. Namibia

    FAQ answer

    Before
    Citizens of SADC countries (South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Angola and the rest) and of states that reciprocate Namibia's waiver — for example Russia, Singapore and Malaysia — continue to enter without a visa, typically for up to 90 days. Confirm your status before travel as the lists are periodically reviewed.
    After
    Citizens of most SADC countries (South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Angola and others, but not DR Congo, Comoros or Madagascar) and of states that reciprocate Namibia's waiver — for example Russia, Singapore and Malaysia — continue to enter without a visa, typically for up to 90 days. Confirm your status before travel as the lists are periodically reviewed.

  21. Namibia

    FAQ answer

    Before
    It changed in 2025. SADC citizens and nationals of countries that waive visas for Namibians still enter visa-free. Since April 1, 2025, citizens of many previously-exempt countries — including most EU states, the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Japan — must obtain a visa, available on arrival or online in advance for NAD 1,600 per adult (NAD 1,200 for African Union nationals). Nationalities not on the visa-on-arrival list must get an e-visa before travelling.
    After
    It changed in 2025. Most SADC citizens and nationals of countries that waive visas for Namibians still enter visa-free. Since April 1, 2025, citizens of many previously-exempt countries — including most EU states, the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Japan — must obtain a visa, available on arrival or online in advance for NAD 1,600 per adult (NAD 1,200 for African Union nationals). Nationalities not on the visa-on-arrival list must get an e-visa before travelling.

  22. Namibia

    Summary

    Before
    Namibia keeps visa-free entry for SADC citizens and reciprocating states, but since April 1, 2025 it requires a visa from other nationalities — including most EU states, the US, UK, Canada and Japan, which can get it on arrival or online in advance for NAD 1,600 (NAD 1,200 for African Union nationals); nationalities not on the visa-on-arrival list must obtain an e-visa before travel.
    After
    Namibia keeps visa-free entry for most SADC citizens and for reciprocating states, but since April 1, 2025 it requires a visa from other nationalities — including most EU states, the US, UK, Canada and Japan, which can get it on arrival or online in advance for NAD 1,600 (NAD 1,200 for African Union nationals); nationalities not on the visa-on-arrival list must obtain an e-visa before travel.

  23. Myanmar (Burma)

    Row note

    Before
    ASEAN visa exemption — up to 14 days visa-free arriving at the international airports; land borders are largely closed, so confirm conditions before travel.
    After
    ASEAN visa exemption — up to 14 days visa-free arriving at the international airports. Canada says land border crossings may close with little or no notice, so confirm conditions before travel.

  24. Myanmar (Burma)

    Safety

    Before
    Myanmar is in a state of armed conflict following the 2021 military coup — most governments advise against all travel, or against all nonessential travel. Fighting, airstrikes and arbitrary detention occur across much of the country, and areas under martial law are closed to foreigners.
    After
    Myanmar is in armed conflict following the 2021 military coup. Canada strongly advises against all travel to Myanmar, and the UK advises against all travel to much of the country. Canada reports regime airstrikes and drone strikes causing civilian casualties; the UK says some areas are under martial law or curfews, and both warn of a risk of arbitrary detention.

  25. Myanmar (Burma)

    Summary

    Before
    Most visitors need Myanmar's official tourist eVisa — 28 days, US$50, open to roughly 100 nationalities and valid only for arrival at the main international airports or the Kawthaung land border — while most ASEAN passport holders enter visa-free for short stays (Malaysians need the eVisa). Ongoing civil conflict keeps most land borders closed to foreigners and large parts of the country off-limits.
    After
    Most visitors need Myanmar's official tourist eVisa — 28 days, US$50, open to roughly 100 nationalities and valid only for arrival at the main international airports or the Kawthaung land border — while most ASEAN passport holders enter visa-free for short stays (Malaysians need the eVisa). Canada says land crossings may close with little or no notice or be restricted to nationals of neighbouring states, and the UK advises against all travel to much of the country.