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  1. Syria

    Passport row notes (148 rows)

    Before
    Get a visa before travel. Syria's embassy in Paris says visa applications must now be made online at evisa.sy and that it no longer accepts them, but on 3 October 2026 that site showed only “Coming soon”; ask the Syrian embassy for your country how to apply. Canada's travel advice says non-Arab nationals cannot obtain a Syrian visa at border points of entry.
    After
    Get a visa before travel. Syria's embassy in Paris says visa applications must now be made online at evisa.sy and that it no longer accepts them, but on 3 October 2026 that site showed only “Coming soon”. Canada's travel advice says non-Arab nationals cannot obtain a Syrian visa at border points of entry.

  2. Syria

    FAQ

    Before
    Israeli citizens cannot enter Syria, and the UK government warns that travelers whose passport shows previous travel to Israel may be refused entry. Travel on a passport without such evidence.
    After
    Israeli citizens cannot enter Syria, and the UK government warns that travelers whose passport shows previous travel to Israel may be refused entry.

  3. Syria

    FAQ

    Before
    Do not plan on it. Visas on arrival at Damascus airport were reported for some Western nationalities in 2025, but the UK, Canadian, German and Australian governments now all say their citizens must have a visa before travel, and Canada states that non-Arab nationals cannot get one at Syrian border points. Arrange the visa before booking; ask a Syrian embassy how to apply while evisa.sy is not yet open.
    After
    No official source we could read describes a visa on arrival. The UK, Canadian, German and Australian governments all say their citizens must have a visa before travel, and Canada says non-Arab nationals cannot get one at Syrian border points.

  4. Syria

    FAQ

    Before
    Almost certainly yes. Unless you hold a Gulf, Jordanian, Lebanese or Turkish passport, plan on getting a visa before you travel — that includes most other Arab nationalities. The UK, Canadian, German and Australian governments all say their citizens need one in advance, and Canada says non-Arab nationals cannot obtain one at Syrian border points. Syria's embassy in Paris says applications must now be made online at evisa.sy, but the site was not yet taking applications on 3 October 2026, so ask a Syrian embassy how to apply.
    After
    The UK, Canadian, German and Australian governments all say their citizens need a visa in advance, and Canada says non-Arab nationals cannot obtain one at Syrian border points. Türkiye's foreign ministry says Turkish citizens are exempt. For Gulf, Jordanian and Lebanese passports no official source we could read states the rule. Syria's embassy in Paris says applications must now be made online at evisa.sy, but the site was not yet taking applications on 3 October 2026.

  5. Syria

    Tip

    Before
    Canada says credit cards are not widely accepted and to carry enough US dollars or euros, ATMs are not always reliable and sanctions may stop foreign cards working. Exchange money only at banks or official exchange counters — street exchange is illegal.
    After
    Canada says credit cards are not widely accepted and to carry enough US dollars or euros, ATMs are not always reliable and sanctions may stop foreign cards working. It says street exchange is illegal: exchange money only at banks or official exchange counters.

  6. Syria

    Tip

    Before
    Bring US dollars or euros in cash: Canada says credit cards are not widely accepted, ATMs are not always reliable and sanctions may stop foreign cards working. Exchange money only at banks or official exchange counters — street exchange is illegal.
    After
    Canada says credit cards are not widely accepted and to carry enough US dollars or euros, ATMs are not always reliable and sanctions may stop foreign cards working. Exchange money only at banks or official exchange counters — street exchange is illegal.

  7. Syria

    Tip

    Before
    Entry rules are changing rapidly under the transitional government — reconfirm your visa, route and permits with a Syrian embassy and a reputable local operator days, not weeks, before travel.
    After
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  8. Syria

    Passport validity

    Before
    Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you arrive, according to the UK government. Germany's Federal Foreign Office tells its citizens six months, so more validity is safer.
    After
    Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you arrive, according to the UK government. Germany's Federal Foreign Office tells its citizens all travel documents must be valid for at least six months on entry.

  9. Syria

    Summary

    Before
    Most travelers need a Syrian visa arranged before arrival: the UK, Canadian, German and Australian governments all tell their citizens to get one in advance, and Canada says non-Arab nationals cannot obtain one at Syrian border points. Gulf, Jordanian and Lebanese passports are shown as visa-free, but no official source we could read confirms the current rule for them; other Arab nationalities are shown as needing a visa through an embassy. Syria's embassy in Paris says visa applications must now be made online at evisa.sy, but the site was not yet taking applications on 3 October 2026 — ask a Syrian embassy how to apply shortly before travel.
    After
    The UK, Canadian, German and Australian governments all tell their citizens to get a Syrian visa before they travel, and Canada says non-Arab nationals cannot obtain one at Syrian border points. Türkiye's foreign ministry says Turkish citizens are exempt; for Gulf, Jordanian and Lebanese passports no official source we could read states the rule. Syria's embassy in Paris says visa applications must now be made online at evisa.sy, but the site was not yet taking applications on 3 October 2026.

  10. South Korea

    FAQ

    Before
    Individual Chinese travelers need a C-3 short-term visit visa. A trial visa-free scheme for Chinese tour groups was announced to run from 29 September 2025 to 30 June 2026; we have found no official notice extending it. Group tourist visas for Chinese nationals stay fee-free until 31 December 2026. Confirm current conditions with a Korean embassy.
    After
    Individual Chinese travelers need a C-3 short-term visit visa. The Ministry of Justice announced a trial visa-free scheme for Chinese tour groups of 3 or more, recruited by designated agencies, for stays of up to 15 days, from 29 September 2025 to 30 June 2026; we have found no official notice extending it.

  11. South Korea

    FAQ

    Before
    Canadian citizens get the longest visa-free stay Korea offers — up to 180 days — under the bilateral arrangement. The K-ETA requirement is temporarily waived for Canadians, and the waiver has been extended to December 31, 2026; confirm the current status before flying.
    After
    The K-ETA portal gives Canadian citizens an allowed stay of 6 months, the longest it lists. The K-ETA requirement is temporarily waived for Canadians, and the Ministry of Justice has extended the waiver to December 31, 2026.

  12. South Korea

    FAQ

    Before
    The Korea Electronic Travel Authorization is an online pre-clearance for visa-free visitors, costing KRW 10,000 (about USD 7–8 according to the portal) plus a 3% online card-payment charge, and valid for 3 years for multiple visits. Apply at k-eta.go.kr at least 72 hours before boarding. K-ETA holders also skip the arrival card at immigration.
    After
    The Korea Electronic Travel Authorization is an online pre-clearance for visa-free visitors, costing KRW 10,000 (about USD 7–8 according to the portal) plus a 3% online card-payment charge, and valid for 3 years for multiple visits. The portal says approval must be obtained before boarding and that assessment typically takes 72 hours or less. K-ETA holders also skip the arrival card at immigration.

  13. South Korea

    FAQ

    Before
    US citizens do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days. A K-ETA is normally required, but it has been temporarily waived for US passport holders (along with 21 other countries), and the Ministry of Justice has extended the waiver to December 31, 2026. Check k-eta.go.kr shortly before travel.
    After
    US citizens do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days. A K-ETA is normally required, but it has been temporarily waived for US passport holders (along with 21 other countries), and the Ministry of Justice has extended the waiver to December 31, 2026.

  14. South Korea

    Tip

    Before
    Check whether your passport currently needs a K-ETA before booking. The temporary waiver for 22 countries now runs to December 31, 2026, and requirements can be reinstated. Apply only at k-eta.go.kr (10,000 KRW); third-party sites charge large mark-ups.
    After
    The Ministry of Justice has extended the temporary K-ETA exemption to December 31, 2026 for the countries currently exempt. Apply only through the official K-ETA website, k-eta.go.kr (10,000 KRW); the UK Foreign Office says other sites offering K-ETA applications are generally scams.

  15. South Korea

    Safety

    Before
    South Korea is one of the safest destinations in the world, with very low street crime. Follow civil-emergency guidance during occasional North Korea-related drills.
    After
    The UK Foreign Office says crime against foreigners is rare but there are occasional thefts, and there have been cases of assault, including sexual assault, around bars and nightlife areas. South Korean authorities sometimes hold civil emergency exercises marked by sirens; the UK says to follow any instructions given.

  16. South Korea

    e-Arrival Card

    Before
    Korea's free electronic arrival card can be submitted online within 3 days before arrival, replacing the paper arrival card (K-ETA holders and registered foreign residents are already exempt from the arrival card). A customs declaration is only needed if you have goods to declare.
    After
    Korea's free e-Arrival Card can be submitted online starting 3 days before arrival and holds the same validity as the paper arrival card. K-ETA holders are exempt from submitting an arrival card.

  17. South Korea

    Onward ticket

    Before
    Visitors entering visa-free must have an onward or return ticket; airlines routinely check before boarding.
    After
    The UK Foreign Office says visitors entering visa-free for up to 90 days must have an onward or return ticket.

  18. South Korea

    Passport validity

    Before
    Korea publishes no 6-month rule: for a visa-free visit your passport must be valid beyond the date you leave Korea. Airlines may apply stricter checks, so 6 months of validity is the safe margin.
    After
    The UK Foreign Office says that to enter South Korea as a tourist for up to 90 days, your passport must have an expiry date after the date you leave South Korea; for a long-term visa it should be valid at least 6 months after the date you arrive.

  19. South Korea

    K-ETA notes

    Before
    About USD 7–8 according to the K-ETA portal, plus a 3% online card-payment charge, paid online by card; not refunded if the application is refused. Not a visa — an electronic travel authorization for visa-free nationals. Temporarily waived for 22 countries; check the official site for the current waiver list.
    After
    About USD 7–8 according to the K-ETA portal, plus a 3% online card-payment charge, paid online by card; not refunded if the application is refused. Not a visa — an electronic travel authorization for visa-free nationals. Temporarily waived for 22 countries.

  20. South Korea

    Passport row notes (1 rows)

    Before
    Entry from North Korea is handled under special inter-Korean procedures rather than the ordinary visa system.
    After
    No official source we could read states the entry rule for North Korean passport holders.

  21. South Korea

    Passport row notes (1 rows)

    Before
    A visa is required for individual travel (C-3). Korea's trial visa-free scheme for Chinese tour groups (3 or more travellers through designated agencies, up to 15 days) was announced to run from 29 September 2025 to 30 June 2026, and we have found no official notice extending it. The Ministry of Justice did extend the fee waiver on group tourist visas for Chinese nationals to 31 December 2026. Confirm current rules before booking.
    After
    A visa is required for individual travel (C-3). The Ministry of Justice's trial visa-free scheme for Chinese tour groups (3 or more travellers recruited by designated agencies, up to 15 days) was announced to run from 29 September 2025 to 30 June 2026; we have found no official notice extending it.

  22. South Korea

    Passport row notes (1 rows)

    Before
    Visa-free for up to 60 days with K-ETA under the bilateral arrangement.
    After
    Visa-free for up to 60 days with K-ETA, per the K-ETA portal.

  23. South Korea

    Passport row notes (1 rows)

    Before
    Visa-free for up to 60 days per visit under the Korea–Russia mutual agreement (maximum 90 days within any 180-day period). A K-ETA is required before boarding.
    After
    Visa-free for up to 60 days in a row, not exceeding 90 days within 180 days, per the K-ETA portal. A K-ETA is required before boarding.

  24. South Korea

    Passport row notes (1 rows)

    Before
    Visa-free for up to 90 days under the bilateral agreement. Mexico is not on the temporary K-ETA waiver list, so Mexican citizens should obtain a K-ETA before departure.
    After
    Visa-free for up to 90 days per the K-ETA portal's list of eligible countries. Mexico is not on the temporary K-ETA waiver list, so Mexican citizens should obtain a K-ETA before departure.

  25. South Korea

    Passport row notes (1 rows)

    Before
    Visa-free for up to 90 days under the bilateral agreement. Brazil is not on the temporary K-ETA waiver list, so Brazilian citizens should obtain a K-ETA before departure.
    After
    Visa-free for up to 90 days per the K-ETA portal's list of eligible countries. Brazil is not on the temporary K-ETA waiver list, so Brazilian citizens should obtain a K-ETA before departure.