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  1. Switzerland

    Summary: Schengen membership

    Before
    Switzerland is not in the EU but is a member of the Schengen area, and follows Schengen area rules. Under the EU–Switzerland agreement on the free movement of persons, EU nationals enter simply upon production of a valid identity card or passport. Nationals of the countries listed in Annex II of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of no more than 90 days in any 180-day period, and nationals of the countries listed in Annex I need a visa; the State Secretariat for Migration gives the Schengen visa fee as EUR 90 for adults. ETIAS is not yet in operation.
    After
    Switzerland is not in the EU but is a member of the Schengen area. Under the EU–Switzerland agreement on the free movement of persons, EU nationals enter simply upon production of a valid identity card or passport. Nationals of the countries listed in Annex II of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of no more than 90 days in any 180-day period, and nationals of the countries listed in Annex I need a visa; the State Secretariat for Migration gives the Schengen visa fee as EUR 90 for adults. ETIAS is not yet in operation.

  2. Sweden

    Summary: Schengen membership

    Before
    Sweden is in the Schengen area, and EU nationals have the right to travel freely there. Under Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, nationals of the countries in its Annex II are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of no more than 90 days in any 180-day period, and nationals of the countries in Annex I must hold a visa; the Schengen Visa Code sets the visa fee at EUR 90. The Swedish Migration Agency says applications go to a Swedish embassy or consulate-general, or in some countries to another Schengen country representing Sweden. The EU says ETIAS is currently not in operation.
    After
    The EU lists Sweden among the Schengen area countries, and says EU nationals have the right to travel freely there. Under Regulation (EU) 2018/1806, nationals of the countries in its Annex II are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of no more than 90 days in any 180-day period, and nationals of the countries in Annex I must hold a visa; the Schengen Visa Code sets the visa fee at EUR 90. The Swedish Migration Agency says applications go to a Swedish embassy or consulate-general, or in some countries to another Schengen country representing Sweden. The EU says ETIAS is currently not in operation.

  3. South Sudan

    FAQ: Is South Sudan safe to visit?

    Before
    No. The UK Foreign Office advises against all travel to South Sudan because of the risk of armed violence and criminality, and Canada says to avoid all travel because of the volatile security situation, armed conflicts, inter-ethnic violence and high levels of violent crime.
    After
    The UK Foreign Office advises against all travel to South Sudan because of the risk of armed violence and criminality, and Canada says to avoid all travel because of the volatile security situation, armed conflicts, inter-ethnic violence and high levels of violent crime.

  4. Somalia

    FAQ: Is Somaliland's visa different from Somalia's?

    Before
    Yes. The UK government says that if you are travelling to Hargeisa International Airport you may be asked to present the Somali eVisa to board your flight, but it will not be considered valid for entry in Hargeisa; you must buy a single-entry visa on arrival at Hargeisa International Airport, valid for one month.
    After
    The UK government tells people travelling on a full British citizen passport that if they are travelling to Hargeisa International Airport they may be asked to present the Somali eVisa to board your flight, but it will not be considered valid for entry in Hargeisa; they must buy a single-entry visa on arrival at Hargeisa International Airport, valid for one month.

  5. Somalia

    FAQ: Is it safe to travel to Somalia?

    Before
    No. The UK government advises against all travel to Somalia, including Somaliland, except the regions of Awdal, Maroodijeh and Sahil, where it advises against all but essential travel, and says terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks; Canada advises avoiding all travel to Somalia. The UK says it can offer only limited consular support.
    After
    The UK government advises against all travel to Somalia, including Somaliland, except the regions of Awdal, Maroodijeh and Sahil, where it advises against all but essential travel, and says terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks; Canada advises avoiding all travel to Somalia. The UK says it can offer only limited consular support.

  6. Slovenia

    FAQ: Is Slovenia in the Schengen Area?

    Before
    Yes. The UK government says the Schengen area includes Slovenia and that visits to Schengen countries in the 180 days before you travel count towards the 90-day visa-free limit. Canada's travel advice says member states may temporarily reintroduce controls at internal borders, so you may have to pass through immigration controls when entering Slovenia even from another Schengen country.
    After
    Yes. The EU lists Slovenia among the Schengen area countries. The UK government tells people travelling on a full British citizen passport that visits to Schengen countries in the 180 days before they travel count towards the 90-day visa-free limit. Canada's travel advice says member states may temporarily reintroduce controls at internal borders, so you may have to pass through immigration controls when entering Slovenia even from another Schengen country.

  7. Slovakia

    FAQ: Is Slovakia in the Schengen Area?

    Before
    Yes. The UK government says Slovakia follows Schengen area rules, that the Schengen area includes Slovakia, and that visits to Schengen countries in the 180 days before you travel count towards your 90 days.
    After
    Yes. The EU lists Slovakia among the Schengen area countries. The UK government tells people travelling on a full British citizen passport that visits to Schengen countries in the 180 days before they travel count towards their 90 days.

  8. Singapore

    FAQ: Do US citizens need a visa for Singapore?

    Before
    No visa is required: the US State Department gives the tourist visa requirement as not required for stays under 90 days. Singapore's ICA says the period of stay is set by the Visit Pass issued as an e-Pass at the checkpoint on entry, and that all travellers must submit the free SG Arrival Card within three days, including the day of arrival, before arriving.
    After
    The US State Department gives the tourist visa requirement as not required for stays under 90 days. Singapore's ICA says the period of stay is set by the Visit Pass issued as an e-Pass at the checkpoint on entry, and that all travellers must submit the free SG Arrival Card within three days, including the day of arrival, before arriving.

  9. Sierra Leone

    FAQ: Is yellow fever vaccination required for Sierra Leone?

    Before
    Yes. The UK Foreign Office says you must have a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination to enter Sierra Leone.
    After
    The UK Foreign Office tells people travelling on a full British citizen passport that they must have a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination to enter Sierra Leone.

  10. Saudi Arabia

    FAQ: Is alcohol allowed in Saudi Arabia?

    Before
    No. The UK FCDO lists alcohol among the items it is illegal to import and says not to bring alcohol into Saudi Arabia. It says it is illegal to drink alcohol or be drunk in public, and that you can face severe penalties, including prison, for brewing, possessing or selling alcohol.
    After
    The UK FCDO lists alcohol among the items it is illegal to import and says not to bring alcohol into Saudi Arabia. It says it is illegal to drink alcohol or be drunk in public, and that you can face severe penalties, including prison, for brewing, possessing or selling alcohol.

  11. St. Lucia

    FAQ: Is camouflage clothing really banned in Saint Lucia?

    Before
    Yes. The UK government says it is illegal for anyone, including children, to dress in camouflage clothing in Saint Lucia.
    After
    The UK government says it is illegal for anyone, including children, to dress in camouflage clothing in Saint Lucia.

  12. Romania

    FAQ: Does Romania use the euro?

    Before
    No. Canada's travel advice says the currency of Romania is the leu (RON), that the economy is primarily cash-based but credit cards are widely accepted in major urban centres, that euros may be exchanged in recognized establishments such as exchange shops, banks and hotels, and that exchanging money on the street is illegal.
    After
    Canada's travel advice says the currency of Romania is the leu (RON), that the economy is primarily cash-based but credit cards are widely accepted in major urban centres, that euros may be exchanged in recognized establishments such as exchange shops, banks and hotels, and that exchanging money on the street is illegal.

  13. Congo - Brazzaville

    FAQ: Is yellow fever vaccination required for the Republic of the Congo?

    Before
    Yes. The UK government says that to pass border control you must have certificates proving yellow fever vaccination and polio vaccination.
    After
    The UK government tells people travelling on a full British citizen passport that to pass border control they must have certificates proving yellow fever vaccination and polio vaccination.

  14. Congo - Brazzaville

    FAQ: Is this the same country as the DRC?

    Before
    No. The UK government's factfile says Congo is often called Congo-Brazzaville to distinguish it from its neighbour, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (sometimes called Congo-Kinshasa), and lists the Democratic Republic of the Congo among the countries it shares land boundaries with; its travel advice describes the river border crossing between Brazzaville and Kinshasa.
    After
    The UK government's factfile says Congo is often called Congo-Brazzaville to distinguish it from its neighbour, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (sometimes called Congo-Kinshasa), and lists the Democratic Republic of the Congo among the countries it shares land boundaries with; its travel advice describes the river border crossing between Brazzaville and Kinshasa.

  15. Congo - Brazzaville

    Quotes behind the text

    Before
    5 quotes incl. unnamed foreign advice
    After
    4 quotes; removed: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/congo/entry-requirements

  16. Portugal

    Quotes behind the text

    Before
    3 quotes incl. unnamed foreign advice
    After
    2 quotes; removed: https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/portugal

  17. Portugal

    Summary: Schengen membership

    Before
    Portugal follows Schengen area rules. EU nationals can travel there with a valid passport or a national identity card. Nationals of the countries listed in Annex II of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of no more than 90 days in any 180-day period, and nationals of the countries listed in Annex I need a visa; the Visa Code sets the visa fee at EUR 90. ETIAS is not yet in operation. Portugal's visa portal lists residency visas for people living from passive income and for a professional activity done remotely (digital nomads).
    After
    The EU lists Portugal among the Schengen area countries. EU nationals can travel there with a valid passport or a national identity card. Nationals of the countries listed in Annex II of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of no more than 90 days in any 180-day period, and nationals of the countries listed in Annex I need a visa; the Visa Code sets the visa fee at EUR 90. ETIAS is not yet in operation. Portugal's visa portal lists residency visas for people living from passive income and for a professional activity done remotely (digital nomads).

  18. Poland

    FAQ: Does Poland use the euro?

    Before
    No. Canada's travel advice says the currency of Poland is the zloty (PLN).
    After
    Canada's travel advice says the currency of Poland is the zloty (PLN).

  19. Poland

    Summary: Schengen membership

    Before
    Poland is in the Schengen area. EU law says Member States let Union citizens enter with a valid identity card or passport and may impose no entry visa on them; the EEA Agreement extends this to nationals of the EFTA States. Nationals of the countries listed in Annex II of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of no more than 90 days in any 180-day period, and nationals of the countries listed in Annex I must hold a visa; ETIAS is currently not in operation. The Visa Code sets the visa fee at €90.
    After
    The EU lists Poland among the Schengen area countries. EU law says Member States let Union citizens enter with a valid identity card or passport and may impose no entry visa on them; the EEA Agreement extends this to nationals of the EFTA States. Nationals of the countries listed in Annex II of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 are exempt from the visa requirement for stays of no more than 90 days in any 180-day period, and nationals of the countries listed in Annex I must hold a visa; ETIAS is currently not in operation. The Visa Code sets the visa fee at €90.

  20. Palestinian Territories

    FAQ: Can tourists visit Gaza?

    Before
    No. The UK government advises against all travel to Gaza, says border crossings out of Gaza have been closed to civilians and general traffic since the Israeli military took control of the Rafah crossing on 6 May 2024, and says consular support is not available from within Gaza.
    After
    The UK government advises against all travel to Gaza, says border crossings out of Gaza have been closed to civilians and general traffic since the Israeli military took control of the Rafah crossing on 6 May 2024, and says consular support is not available from within Gaza.

  21. Oman

    Quotes behind the text

    Before
    8 quotes incl. unnamed foreign advice
    After
    6 quotes; removed: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/oman/safety-and-security, https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/oman/safety-and-security

  22. Nigeria

    FAQ: Does Nigeria still issue visas on arrival?

    Before
    No. The UK Foreign Office says visa on arrival is no longer available and that all visa applications must be submitted through the online portal before travel.
    After
    The UK Foreign Office tells people travelling on a full British citizen passport that visa on arrival is no longer available and that all visa applications must be submitted through the online portal before travel.

  23. Nigeria

    Yellow fever requirement text

    Before
    The UK Foreign Office says you must have a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination to enter Nigeria; infants aged 8 months or younger and adults aged 61 or older are exempt.
    After
    The UK Foreign Office says people travelling on a full British citizen passport must have a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination to enter Nigeria; infants aged 8 months or younger and adults aged 61 or older are exempt.

  24. Nigeria

    FAQ: yellow fever

    Before
    Yes. The UK government says you must have a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination to enter Nigeria; infants aged 8 months or younger and adults aged 61 or older are exempt from this requirement.
    After
    The UK government says that people travelling on a full British citizen passport must have a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination to enter Nigeria; infants aged 8 months or younger and adults aged 61 or older are exempt from this requirement.

  25. Nicaragua

    FAQ: do I need a visa

    Before
    It depends on your passport. Under Disposición 002-2026, in force from 16 February 2026, Nicaragua's migration directorate lists the nationalities that do not need a visa to enter — among them the US, Canada, the UK, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Saudi Arabia and Qatar — and those that need a consulted visa (Category C), among them Mexico, Colombia, New Zealand, China, India and Cuba (for several, ordinary passports only). The directorate's leaflet says the consulted visa is applied for, paid for and downloaded online. The UK Foreign Office says British visitors can visit for up to 90 days without a visa, and Canada says no tourist visa is required for stays of up to 90 days.
    After
    It depends on your passport. Under Disposición 002-2026, in force from 16 February 2026, Nicaragua's migration directorate lists the nationalities that do not need a visa to enter — among them the US, Canada, the UK, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Saudi Arabia and Qatar — and those that need a consulted visa (Category C), among them Mexico, Colombia, New Zealand, China, India and Cuba (for several, ordinary passports only). The directorate's leaflet says the consulted visa is applied for, paid for and downloaded online. The UK Foreign Office says British visitors can visit for up to 90 days without a visa, and Canada's travel advice says Canadians need no tourist visa for stays of up to 90 days.