Plain-English explainers

Visa guides

Plain-English explainers and local-only planning tools for the rules people confuse most: passport validity, ETIAS, ETA, eVisa, visa-on-arrival and Schengen short stays. Guides link back to matching verified corridors instead of standing alone as generic advice.

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Latest update

29 Jul 2026

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Interactive tools

Calculate before you rely on a rule

This tool keeps travel dates in your browser, links its official method and explains the boundary of the calculation.

Free planning tool Schengen 90/180 calculator Count previous stays, test a future trip and find an earlier compliant entry date.

Disclaimer. Visa and entry requirements change frequently and without notice and may depend on your specific circumstances (nationality, passport type, purpose and length of stay, residence in other countries, onward route and current diplomatic situation). The information here is for general guidance only, may be out of date, and is not legal, immigration, or travel advice. All cost, duration, and popularity figures are estimates. Always confirm the exact, current requirements with the official source for the destination country — its embassy, consulate, immigration service, or official e-visa portal (linked where available) — and with your airline before booking or travelling. We do not guarantee accuracy or completeness and accept no liability for any loss, denied boarding, refused entry, or other consequences. Last-verified dates are shown for each record; a record without a recent verification date should be treated as unconfirmed.