{ "dataset": "international", "license": "LawLert Open Law Data — CC BY 4.0. Attribute to \"LawLert (https://www.lawlertapp.com)\". General legal information from official sources, not legal advice. Verify against the linked official source before relying on it.", "generated": "2026-08-13T22:22:09.189Z", "count": 651, "rules": [ { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Transporting any arms, weapon parts, or even a single bullet of ammunition into the UAE is strictly prohibited without prior written UAE government approval.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "controlled_rx", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Narcotic and psychotropic medicines are controlled in the UAE — importing them requires prior UAE government permission, and prescriptions must be issued by a licensed doctor and authenticated to be valid.", "source_url": "https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/health-and-fitness/drugs-and-controlled-medicines", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "trace_amounts", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Possession of even trace amounts of illegal drugs — including drugs detected in your bloodstream from use before you arrived — is illegal in the UAE, and bail is generally not granted.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "pda", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Public-decency laws are far stricter than in the US; public displays of affection or immodesty can bring penalties, and sexual relations outside marriage are illegal.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "conditional", "summary": "You must declare cash or bearer monetary instruments to UAE customs if the total exceeds AED 60,000 (or foreign-currency equivalent) on arrival.", "source_url": "https://www.dubaicustoms.gov.ae/en/eServices/ServicesForIndividuals/ViewCustomsProcedure/Pages/DeclaringMoneyProcedure.aspx", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Marijuana in any form is illegal even with a medical card, CBD products are prosecuted the same as marijuana, and even poppy seeds are banned.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "The US State Department lists e-cigarettes among items whose importation into the UAE is prohibited under UAE law.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Same-sex sexual relations and cross-dressing remain illegal in the UAE, though the US Embassy reports no recent arrests or prosecutions.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Flying drones is prohibited in certain areas of the UAE without prior approval from local authorities and may result in arrest and imprisonment.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "public_intoxication", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Alcohol is sold only in licensed venues like certain hotels and restaurants, and public drunkenness is a serious offense (alcohol is fully banned in the emirate of Sharjah).", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "gestures_and_speech", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "You can be arrested, fined, and/or deported for rude gestures, swearing, touching someone without permission, or derogatory statements about the UAE, royal families, or government — including on social media.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "religious_materials", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Importing non-Islamic religious pamphlets for missionary activity is prohibited, along with ivory, pornographic material, endangered species, and objects contrary to the UAE's religious/moral values; possession can bring detention and lengthy jail.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "government_military", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Photographing UAE military facilities, sensitive civilian sites, airports, some beaches, diplomatic missions, or people without consent may bring arrest, detention, and/or prosecution; GPS mapping without authority coordination carries the same risk.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ae", "country_name": "United Arab Emirates", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "The UAE has zero tolerance for driving after consuming any alcohol regardless of your blood-alcohol level, visitors may need an international driving permit, and traffic is on the right.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/UnitedArabEmirates.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "ar", "country_name": "Argentina", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "national_symbols", "status": "info", "summary": "Offenses against Argentine national symbols carry a penalty of 6 months to 4 years in jail — be mindful when photographing or commenting on official symbols.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/argentina", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ar", "country_name": "Argentina", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or LGBTQ events in Argentina, which has strong protections including same-sex marriage (since 2010).", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Argentina.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ar", "country_name": "Argentina", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for drug offenses in Argentina are severe even for small amounts, including long prison terms; drug-facilitated robbery (via bars or dating apps) is increasingly common.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/argentina", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ar", "country_name": "Argentina", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Confirm your medication is legal with the Argentine Embassy and carry it in original packaging with the prescription; not all US medications are available in Argentina.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Argentina.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ar", "country_name": "Argentina", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "rules", "status": "conditional", "summary": "An Argentine or international driver's license is needed to drive in Argentina; driving is more dangerous than in the US, with aggressive driving common, especially in Buenos Aires.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Argentina.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ar", "country_name": "Argentina", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_import", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Travelers hunting or fishing must follow all gun and game laws; some US citizens report problems bringing firearms in and out, so check with the Argentine Embassy before traveling with one.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Argentina.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ar", "country_name": "Argentina", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Travelers 16+ may bring up to USD 10,000 (or equivalent) undeclared and under-16 up to USD 5,000; above that must be declared. Exchange money only at banks, hotels, or legitimate offices with your passport.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Argentina.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "at", "country_name": "Austria", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Possessing even small amounts of illegal drugs in Austria can lead to prison; expect long jail sentences and heavy fines for possession, use, or trafficking.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/austria.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "at", "country_name": "Austria", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "vignette_and_idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "A US license needs an International Driving Permit (or official translation) to drive in Austria; motorways require a vignette sticker, and winter tires are mandatory Nov 1–Apr 15 in winter conditions (driving without voids insurance).", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/austria.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "at", "country_name": "Austria", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex relationships are legal in Austria, couples may marry, and anti-discrimination laws apply; the community is well-established in Vienna and other cities.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/austria.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "at", "country_name": "Austria", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "narcotic_import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Austria bans importing any pharmaceuticals containing narcotic or psychotropic substances; many US-common medications are illegal even with a prescription, and non-EU residents may carry only personal-use quantities for their stay.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/austria.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "at", "country_name": "Austria", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare funds over EUR 10,000 (or equivalent, all forms) when traveling between Austria and a non-EU country; no declaration needed between EU countries.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/austria", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "at", "country_name": "Austria", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "face_covering_ban", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal in Austria to cover your face in public places or buildings so you cannot be recognized — a general public-identity law that applies to tourists.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/austria", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "au", "country_name": "Australia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "biosecurity", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Australia enforces strict biosecurity controls on importing agricultural goods, including plants, food and wood products, plus quarantine standards for animals and pets.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Australia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "au", "country_name": "Australia", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for drug possession, use and trafficking in Australia are strict.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Australia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "au", "country_name": "Australia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or LGB events; federal law bars discrimination based on sexual orientation and same-sex marriage has been legal since 2017.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Australia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "au", "country_name": "Australia", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Cannabis is illegal across Australia with one narrow exception: in the Australian Capital Territory (Canberra) adults 18 and over are exempt from criminal liability for possessing up to 50 g of dried or 150 g of fresh cannabis and growing up to 2 plants each, to a maximum of 4 per household. ACT Policing still states plainly that cannabis is not legal in the ACT — selling, sharing or gifting it, using it in public, and driving with any amount in your system all remain offences, and every other state and territory treats possession as a criminal matter.", "source_url": "https://police.act.gov.au/community-safety/alcohol-and-drugs/drugs-and-the-law", "verified_at": "2026-08-13" }, { "country_code": "au", "country_name": "Australia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "info", "summary": "Cash of AUD 10,000 or more (or foreign equivalent) must be declared when entering or leaving Australia.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Australia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "au", "country_name": "Australia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Driving under the influence of alcohol can result in jail time in Australia, and random roadside breath testing is common.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Australia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "au", "country_name": "Australia", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "biosecurity_food", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Australia enforces strict rules on importing agricultural goods — plants, food, and wood products — plus strict animal quarantine; undeclared items are a serious offense.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Australia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "au", "country_name": "Australia", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "government_military", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to photograph certain buildings, including inside parts of Australian airports, near prisons, and at military bases.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Australia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "restricted_subjects", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You may be questioned if you photograph certain buildings in Bangladesh — including military facilities, embassies, police stations, shipyards, traffic inspection facilities, and airports; use caution photographing government facilities generally.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bangladesh.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Alcohol is strictly regulated in Bangladesh: foreign visitors and non-Muslim citizens over 21 may drink only in licensed venues and may need a liquor permit; alcohol is banned for Muslims.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/bangladesh/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Consensual same-sex sexual activity is criminalized in Bangladesh, with penalties up to life imprisonment and no legal protections based on sexual orientation.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bangladesh.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "restricted", "summary": "All drones are highly regulated in Bangladesh and subject to import and flight restrictions; failing to get import/flight permission can mean detention, arrest, and confiscation.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bangladesh.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare US$5,000 or more when entering Bangladesh; on exit you must declare US$7,000 or more in foreign currency and 5,000 or more Bangladeshi taka.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bangladesh.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "ramadan_dress", "status": "info", "summary": "Bangladesh is a majority-Muslim country: dress modestly — women should cover shoulders and legs in public — and respect customs and laws during Ramadan.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/bangladesh/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "license_dui", "status": "conditional", "summary": "An International Driving Permit is required to drive in Bangladesh, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal — it can lead to immediate incarceration.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/bangladesh/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Bangladesh are particularly severe, including long jail, heavy fines, or death, with mandatory jail even for small amounts.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bangladesh.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "info", "summary": "Bangladesh has no prohibitions on specific medications, but carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription; counterfeit medication exists, so buy from major pharmacies and hospitals.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bangladesh.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "import", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Do not bring e-cigarettes or vaping devices into Bangladesh — the US embassy lists them alongside illegal drugs as items not to bring into the country.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bangladesh.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Possessing or importing drugs is illegal in Bangladesh — even medical marijuana with a US prescription.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bangladesh.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bd", "country_name": "Bangladesh", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is a serious crime to bring weapons into Bangladesh — including guns, ammunition, swords, knives, fireworks, and explosives.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bangladesh.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "be", "country_name": "Belgium", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "face_covering", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to wear clothing that hides your face partially or completely (such as a burka or niqab) in public places in Belgium — there is no exemption for tourists.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/belgium/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "be", "country_name": "Belgium", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGB events in Belgium.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Belgium.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "be", "country_name": "Belgium", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "The legal BAC limit for driving in Belgium is 0.05% (0.5 g/L). Police run breathalyzer checks, especially at night and during holidays.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Belgium.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "be", "country_name": "Belgium", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Traveling between Belgium and a non-EU country with EUR 10,000 or more (any form) must be declared; no declaration is needed between EU countries.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Belgium.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "be", "country_name": "Belgium", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with a prescription, and verify legality with the Belgian Federal Public Health Service before travel.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Belgium.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "be", "country_name": "Belgium", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Possession, use, or trafficking of illegal drugs including cannabis are serious offences in Belgium — with severe penalties even for passengers transiting through the airport.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/belgium/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "be", "country_name": "Belgium", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "speed_cameras", "status": "info", "summary": "Speed limits are 120 km/h on highways, 50 in urban areas, and 30 in central Brussels; automated radar cameras are common and fines arrive by mail.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Belgium.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "bg", "country_name": "Bulgaria", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare EUR 10,000 or more (cash, traveller's cheques, gold) when entering or leaving the EU via Bulgaria. Travelling to or from another EU country you must still declare it if a customs officer asks. Undeclared cash can be detained and fined.", "source_url": "https://customs.bg/wps/portal/agency-en/home/info-citizens", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "bg", "country_name": "Bulgaria", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "face_covering_ban", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Covering your face in public is illegal in Bulgaria (balaclavas, full veils, etc.) — including in public buildings, streets, parks, restaurants, shops and on public transport; medical masks are exempt.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/bulgaria", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "bg", "country_name": "Bulgaria", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You can be charged with DUI in Bulgaria at a BAC as low as 0.05%; penalties for an injury/fatal accident range from a fine to life imprisonment.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/bulgaria.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "bg", "country_name": "Bulgaria", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription and a doctor's letter; some medicines may be illegal in Bulgaria even if prescribed at home.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/bulgaria", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "bg", "country_name": "Bulgaria", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "restricted", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex relations or LGB events in Bulgaria, but same-sex marriage is not legal and LGBTQ+ people may face stigma and verbal abuse, especially outside Sofia.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/bulgaria.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "bg", "country_name": "Bulgaria", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "id_carry", "status": "restricted", "summary": "It is a legal requirement to carry valid photo ID at all times in Bulgaria; a printed copy of your passport photo page is accepted.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/bulgaria", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "bg", "country_name": "Bulgaria", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "vignette", "status": "restricted", "summary": "A valid digital vignette (e-vignette) is required on motorways and main roads in Bulgaria; buy it online (no printing needed).", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/bulgaria", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "bg", "country_name": "Bulgaria", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp", "status": "restricted", "summary": "A US licence is only valid in Bulgaria with an International Driving Permit, which must be obtained before travel; most rental companies require an IDP.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/bulgaria.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "bg", "country_name": "Bulgaria", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "public_intoxication", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Drunken or disorderly behaviour in Bulgaria — loud conduct or urinating in public — can result in a fine or arrest.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/bulgaria", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "bg", "country_name": "Bulgaria", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to bring marijuana, cannabis, or CBD products into Bulgaria; penalties for possession, use, or trafficking are severe.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/bulgaria.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-02" }, { "country_code": "bo", "country_name": "Bolivia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "The US State Department lists Bolivia's currency restrictions as USD 50,000 entering and USD 20,000 leaving; confirm current declaration requirements with Bolivian customs before you travel.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bolivia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "bo", "country_name": "Bolivia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex sexual activity is not illegal in Bolivia, though same-sex relationships are frowned on by many Bolivians — more so in the Altiplano than in Santa Cruz, where attitudes tend to be more liberal.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/bolivia/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "bo", "country_name": "Bolivia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "conditions", "status": "conditional", "summary": "To drive in Bolivia you must have both a 1949-version International Driving Permit and your home licence with you in the car, and recurring fuel shortages plus protest roadblocks can strand drivers for days.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/bolivia/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "bo", "country_name": "Bolivia", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Under Bolivian law carrying any amount of an illegal drug is considered drug trafficking, the minimum sentence is 8 years, and every passenger on a departing international flight has their hold and hand baggage — and their person — searched.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/bolivia/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "bo", "country_name": "Bolivia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "wildlife_export", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Many Bolivian souvenirs made from wild plants or animals - leather, crafts, even live animals - come from protected species whose export is illegal and can be seized, and bringing them into the U.S. also breaks U.S. law.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bolivia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "br", "country_name": "Brazil", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Brazil's health agency ANVISA bans all e-cigarettes/vapes; any form of import is prohibited, including for personal use and in your carry-on luggage.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.br/anvisa/pt-br/assuntos/tabaco/cigarro-eletronico", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "br", "country_name": "Brazil", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Brazil forbids importing or possessing firearms without prior authorization, and this extends even to spent shell casings or ammunition in your luggage in transit.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Brazil.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "br", "country_name": "Brazil", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "conditional", "summary": "There is no cap on cash, but amounts over US$10,000 (or equivalent) must be declared to customs via the electronic traveler declaration (e-DBV) on entry or exit.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.br/receitafederal/pt-br/assuntos/aduana-e-comercio-exterior/viagens-internacionais/guia-do-viajante/travellers-guide/arriving-in-brazill/cash-when-arriving-in-brazil", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "br", "country_name": "Brazil", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "Brazil has no legal restrictions on same-sex marriage, relations, or events; however, violence against LGB individuals is a serious concern.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Brazil.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "br", "country_name": "Brazil", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "wildlife_cites", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Brazil strictly regulates exporting tropical plants and wildlife; in the Amazon, exporting biological materials without permits can bring 'biopiracy' charges.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Brazil.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "br", "country_name": "Brazil", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription, in amounts consistent with personal use; controlled substances may need authorization.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Brazil.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "br", "country_name": "Brazil", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Under Brazil's 'Lei Seca' you cannot drive with any measurable blood-alcohol level (zero tolerance), and police run random breathalyzer checkpoints.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Brazil.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "bs", "country_name": "Bahamas", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Possession or use of illegal drugs including cocaine and ecstasy is a criminal offense; all persons 16+ are tried as adults and arrests happen even for small quantities.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bahamas.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "bs", "country_name": "Bahamas", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_ammunition", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Firearms and ammunition are strictly illegal in the Bahamas — including small quantities brought by mistake in carry-on — and laws are enforced even at the airport on departure.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bahamas.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "bs", "country_name": "Bahamas", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex sexual relations are legal in the Bahamas with no restrictions on relations or LGB events; the legal age for same-sex relations is 18.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bahamas.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "bs", "country_name": "Bahamas", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "rules", "status": "info", "summary": "Driving is on the left-hand side in The Bahamas; expect severe congestion in Nassau, frequently aggressive or careless drivers, and common accidents involving pedestrians on New Providence Island.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bahamas.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "bs", "country_name": "Bahamas", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Confirm your prescription medication is legal with the government of the Bahamas, and carry it in original packaging with your doctor's prescription.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bahamas.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "bs", "country_name": "Bahamas", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare currency or negotiable instruments of USD 10,000 or more on both entry and exit; it is also illegal to leave The Bahamas with more than BSD 200 in local currency.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bahamas.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "bs", "country_name": "Bahamas", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Marijuana and all cannabis products including CBD gummies, oils, and edibles are illegal in the Bahamas; a US medical card or prescription does not exempt you, as the law makes no medical/recreational distinction.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Bahamas.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "ca", "country_name": "Canada", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Confirm your medication is legal in Canada, carry it in original pharmacy-labeled packaging, and bring a copy of your prescription.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/canada.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "ca", "country_name": "Canada", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare CAN$10,000 or more in cash or monetary instruments when entering or leaving Canada.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/canada.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "ca", "country_name": "Canada", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of events in Canada.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/canada.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "ca", "country_name": "Canada", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "border_crossing", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Recreational cannabis is legal inside Canada, but carrying it across the border in either direction—in any amount or form, even with a medical document—is a serious criminal offence.", "source_url": "https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/cannabis-eng.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-16" }, { "country_code": "ca", "country_name": "Canada", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "import", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Canada has strict gun laws; firearms and ammunition must be declared in writing at the border on a Non-Resident Firearm Declaration, and gun-related arrests at border crossings are common.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/canada.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "ca", "country_name": "Canada", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Canadian law bans possession and sale of drugs, including some that are legal in certain U.S. states.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/canada.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "ch", "country_name": "Switzerland", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "vignette", "status": "restricted", "summary": "To drive on Swiss motorways or expressways your vehicle must display a valid annual vignette (windscreen sticker or e-vignette) that costs CHF 40; there are no daily or weekly versions, and rental cars usually already have one.", "source_url": "https://www.ch.ch/en/travel-and-emigrate/holidays-in-switzerland/how-to-behave-in-road-traffic/motorway-vignette/", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ch", "country_name": "Switzerland", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Switzerland's blood-alcohol limit is 0.05%, but it drops to 0.01% (effectively zero) for new/probationary, learner and professional drivers and driving instructors.", "source_url": "https://www.ch.ch/en/travel-and-emigrate/holidays-in-switzerland/how-to-behave-in-road-traffic/alcohol-in-road-traffic-and-navigation/", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ch", "country_name": "Switzerland", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "You may drive in Switzerland on your valid US license for up to one year after arrival; headlights must stay on at all times and turning right on a red light is not allowed.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Switzerland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ch", "country_name": "Switzerland", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You can carry unlimited cash into or out of Switzerland with no declaration, but if customs question you while you carry CHF 10,000 or more you must truthfully disclose your identity and the cash's source, intended use and beneficial owner.", "source_url": "https://www.bazg.admin.ch/en/cash-foreign-currency-securities", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ch", "country_name": "Switzerland", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "status", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Cannabis with more than 1% THC is an illegal drug in Switzerland; carrying up to 10g for personal use is not fined, but using it brings a 100-franc fine, and only CBD products under 1% THC are sold legally.", "source_url": "https://www.ch.ch/en/health/medicines-and-narcotic-substances/cannabis/", "verified_at": "2026-07-11" }, { "country_code": "ch", "country_name": "Switzerland", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "cannabis_thc", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Switzerland has zero tolerance for THC behind the wheel - even legal low-THC or CBD products can leave a measurable level in your blood, so do not drive after using any cannabis product.", "source_url": "https://www.ch.ch/en/health/medicines-and-narcotic-substances/cannabis/", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "cl", "country_name": "Chile", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare cash or bearer instruments over USD 10,000 (or equivalent) when entering or leaving Chile.", "source_url": "https://www.uaf.cl/es-cl/sujetos-obligados/sector-publico/declaracion-de-porte-y-transporte-de-efectivo-dpte", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "cl", "country_name": "Chile", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking of illegal drugs in Chile are severe — convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines.", "source_url": "https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/chile", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "cl", "country_name": "Chile", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "license_idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Visitors can drive in Chile with a valid US license for the duration of their tourist permit (usually 90 days), but rental insurance may not be available in some forms without a Chilean or international driver's license.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Chile.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "cl", "country_name": "Chile", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Check with the Chilean health authority (ISP) to confirm your prescription medication is legal, and carry it in original packaging with your prescription.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Chile.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "cl", "country_name": "Chile", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "agriculture", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare all agricultural items on your Chilean customs form when arriving — including packaged food, fruit, seeds, and plants — or you can be detained and heavily fined.", "source_url": "https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/chile", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "cl", "country_name": "Chile", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "open_fires", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Open fires are illegal in Chilean national parks outside permitted camping areas — including cooking burners — and starting one can cost you your tourist permit or get you deported.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/chile/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "cl", "country_name": "Chile", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex marriage has been legal in Chile since 2022; there are no legal restrictions on adult same-sex relations or LGB events, though discrimination and violence have been reported.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Chile.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "cl", "country_name": "Chile", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Chile enforces a zero-tolerance policy for drinking and driving — penalties include license suspension, fines, and detention, and driving under the influence can result in incarceration.", "source_url": "https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/chile", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "cn", "country_name": "China", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You may carry a maximum of RMB 20,000 in Chinese currency in or out of China, and you must use the red channel to declare foreign cash worth US$5,000 or more.", "source_url": "http://english.customs.gov.cn/statics/88707c1e-aa4e-40ca-a968-bdbdbb565e4f.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "cn", "country_name": "China", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "China punishes drug possession, use, and trafficking severely — up to the death penalty — including marijuana and any vape or edible containing illegal-drug oils even if legal elsewhere, and random drug tests can charge you for use before you even arrived.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/China.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "cn", "country_name": "China", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on consensual same-sex sexual relations in China, but same-sex marriage is not recognized and there are no anti-discrimination protections based on sexual orientation.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/China.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cn", "country_name": "China", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "speech_and_religion", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Security personnel may detain or deport you for private electronic messages critical of the government, and religious proselytizing is effectively illegal — unapproved religious activity can lead to arrest.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/China.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cn", "country_name": "China", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "satellite_phone", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Using a satellite phone in China requires a permit; an unpermitted device may be confiscated and you may face a fine or detention.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/china.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cn", "country_name": "China", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "religious_materials", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Religious literature brought into China must be a 'reasonable amount' for personal use only; larger quantities can be confiscated and bring fines, detention, or deportation.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/china.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cn", "country_name": "China", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Flying a drone in China requires a permit or license and may be restricted or illegal depending on location; restricted areas are often poorly marked and drones may be confiscated.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/china.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cn", "country_name": "China", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "vpn", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Using a VPN in China is illegal in most cases and can lead to your device being confiscated, a fine, or detention — assume no privacy on any network there.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/China.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "cn", "country_name": "China", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "exit_ban", "status": "restricted", "summary": "China can impose exit bans that block you from leaving — over business or family disputes, court orders, or investigations — and relatives, including minor children, can be barred too; travelers often find out only at the airport.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/China.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "cn", "country_name": "China", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "restricted", "summary": "China has strict laws against driving under the influence of alcohol.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/China.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "co", "country_name": "Colombia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Cash over US$10,000 (or equivalent) must be declared on entry and exit, and you must prove the legal source of the funds.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/colombia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "co", "country_name": "Colombia", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Colombia has severe penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs, with sophisticated detection at airports.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/colombia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "co", "country_name": "Colombia", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal for tourists and business travelers to bring guns or bullets into Colombia.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/colombia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "co", "country_name": "Colombia", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription; Colombia does not allow the sale of certain psychiatric medications, so bring enough supply for your trip.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/colombia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "co", "country_name": "Colombia", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "scam_warning", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Criminals use scopolamine ('Burundanga') and other sedatives slipped into food and drinks to incapacitate and rob victims, often luring foreigners through online dating apps.", "source_url": "https://co.usembassy.gov/security-alert-for-u-s-citizens-u-s-embassy-bogota-increase-in-crimes-involving-use-of-sedatives/", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "co", "country_name": "Colombia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or events; the law bars discrimination based on sexual orientation, though enforcement is uneven and violence remains a concern in rural areas.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Colombia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cr", "country_name": "Costa Rica", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Driving while drunk or on drugs is illegal in Costa Rica.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/CostaRica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cr", "country_name": "Costa Rica", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Having, using, or selling illegal drugs is a crime, and hallucinogens like ayahuasca and kambo offered in spiritual ceremonies are unregulated by Costa Rica's health ministry.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/CostaRica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cr", "country_name": "Costa Rica", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "To drive you must carry a valid passport plus a U.S. driver's license or an international driving permit.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/CostaRica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cr", "country_name": "Costa Rica", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Marijuana and marijuana-related products are illegal in Costa Rica.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/CostaRica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cr", "country_name": "Costa Rica", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "methanol_risk", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Reports of tainted or unregulated alcohol have caused serious illness and deaths in Costa Rica; if you feel sick after drinking, call 911 and report suspect alcohol to the Investigative Police (OIJ).", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/CostaRica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cr", "country_name": "Costa Rica", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "The currency limit for entry and exit is US$10,000; amounts at or above this must be declared.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/CostaRica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "cu", "country_name": "Cuba", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "dui_liability", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Zero tolerance — it is illegal to drive with any alcohol in your blood in Cuba. Drivers in accidents causing injury or death face severe penalties regardless of fault, may get long prison sentences, and can be barred from leaving Cuba until claims settle.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/cuba", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "cu", "country_name": "Cuba", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "speech_demonstrations", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Peaceful assembly and free speech are not protected rights in Cuba; avoid protests and demonstrations, which can draw violent responses. The government has detained US citizens for activities not criminal in the US, including anything seen as undermining state security.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cuba.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "cu", "country_name": "Cuba", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex relations or gay and lesbian events in Cuba; same-sex marriage has been legal since 2022.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cuba.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "cu", "country_name": "Cuba", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "restricted_subjects", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to photograph military or police installations/personnel, or harbor, rail, or airport facilities in Cuba; penalties are particularly severe — check with officials first.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cuba.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "cu", "country_name": "Cuba", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare cash over the equivalent of USD 5,000 on entry to Cuba; leaving with more than USD 5,000 requires proof it came legitimately from a Cuban bank. US-issued credit/debit cards do not work — bring euros or other non-USD cash.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cuba.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "cu", "country_name": "Cuba", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Importing weapons or ammunition into Cuba carries particularly severe penalties under Cuban law.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cuba.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "cu", "country_name": "Cuba", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cuban penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs are particularly severe; you can be arrested for carrying even a very small amount or for being with someone using them, and border officials screen on departure too.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cuba.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "cu", "country_name": "Cuba", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "art_export", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Cuban law requires authorization to remove souvenir paintings and sculptures from Cuba; authorized galleries provide the paperwork (or apply via the Cuban Fund of Cultural Assets). Items without a valid export permit are confiscated at departure and the US Embassy cannot help.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cuba.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "cu", "country_name": "Cuba", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "gps_internet", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Stand-alone GPS devices are not allowed in Cuba, and internet access is limited and state-controlled (and may be blocked during unrest); download offline maps before you travel.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cuba.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "cy", "country_name": "Cyprus", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Confirm your prescription medication is legal with the Republic of Cyprus embassy and carry it in original packaging with your prescription; some home-country medications may be illegal in Cyprus.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cyprus.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cy", "country_name": "Cyprus", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Cyprus regulates drone use, including which drones can fly without a licence and where and when they may be flown.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/cyprus", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cy", "country_name": "Cyprus", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "insurance_north_south", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Car insurance bought in the government-controlled south is NOT valid in the Turkish Cypriot-administered north; buy separate insurance at the UN buffer-zone crossing points.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cyprus.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cy", "country_name": "Cyprus", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "military", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Photographing military installations or anything of security interest is strictly forbidden throughout Cyprus; obey 'no photography' signs — police and military on both sides enforce this.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cyprus.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cy", "country_name": "Cyprus", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cyprus strictly enforces zero tolerance on illegal drugs including cannabis and laughing gas; carrying even small amounts can mean jail, including during airport transit.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/cyprus", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cy", "country_name": "Cyprus", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex sexual relations are legal in Cyprus, and there are no legal restrictions on same-sex relations or LGBTQ+ events in either the Republic of Cyprus or the Turkish Cypriot-administered north; societal discrimination can still occur.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cyprus.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cy", "country_name": "Cyprus", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "disputed_property", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Buying, selling, or renting property without the owner's consent is a crime in Cyprus, and intending to buy disputed property in the north is also a crime — officials may treat property pamphlets as evidence of intent.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/cyprus", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cy", "country_name": "Cyprus", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "north_south_goods", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Strict controls apply to items bought in northern Cyprus when crossing south (food/goods may be quarantined); live animals including pets cannot be moved between north and south.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/cyprus", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cy", "country_name": "Cyprus", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "side_of_road", "status": "info", "summary": "Traffic moves on the left in Cyprus — the opposite of most of Europe; look both ways carefully before crossing.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cyprus.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cy", "country_name": "Cyprus", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare EUR 10,000 or more (or equivalent in other currencies or gold) between Cyprus and any non-EU country; no declaration needed to/from another EU country.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/cyprus", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cz", "country_name": "Czechia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "winter_tires", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Winter tires are obligatory in Czechia from November 1 to March 31 in wintery conditions or if such conditions are expected during your drive.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/czechia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cz", "country_name": "Czechia", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "public_drunkenness", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You may be arrested or fined for drunken or offensive behavior in Czechia and taken to a sober-up facility at your own cost.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/czech-republic", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cz", "country_name": "Czechia", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "restricted_buildings", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Photography is illegal in some Czech buildings including indoor shopping centers; look for posted signs and ask if unsure.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/czech-republic", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cz", "country_name": "Czechia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGBTI events in Czechia, though outside Prague such relations or events are less socially accepted.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/CzechRepublic.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cz", "country_name": "Czechia", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with a prescription and verify legality with the Czech Ministry of Health; customs enforces strict rules on temporary import of medications.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/czechia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cz", "country_name": "Czechia", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "The sale, possession, or use of illicit drugs is against the law in Czechia, with severe penalties that may include long jail terms.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/czechia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cz", "country_name": "Czechia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Czechia strictly enforces a zero-tolerance policy for drinking and driving — any detected alcohol is illegal — and police can breathalyze drivers stopped for any reason.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/czechia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cz", "country_name": "Czechia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp_vignette", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You need an International Driving Permit plus your home license to drive in Czechia; cars must carry a reflective jacket, warning triangle, and first-aid kit, and a motorway vignette is required.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/czechia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cz", "country_name": "Czechia", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Czechia partly legalised cannabis on 1 January 2026, but not in the way the headlines suggest: only adults aged 21 and over are covered, and there is still no legal way to buy it. Adults 21+ may keep cannabis for their own use — up to 100 g in their own dwelling but only 25 g outside it — and grow up to 3 plants in a property they have a legal right to. Selling, supplying, importing or exporting cannabis remains a crime carrying up to 18 years.", "source_url": "https://vlada.gov.cz/cz/ppov/zavislosti/media/dekriminalizace-drogovych-trestnych-cinu-pokracuje-220720/", "verified_at": "2026-08-13" }, { "country_code": "cz", "country_name": "Czechia", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "jaywalking", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Jaywalking may be enforced in Prague's city center, and streetcars have right of way over pedestrians at crosswalks.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/czechia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "cz", "country_name": "Czechia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare EUR 10,000 or more in cash or equivalent when entering or leaving Czechia across an EU external border; no declaration is needed when traveling between EU countries.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/czechia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "de", "country_name": "Germany", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "seatbelt", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Seat belts are mandatory in both front and back seats, and children under 12 may not ride in the front and must use a child safety seat.", "source_url": "https://de.usembassy.gov/driving-in-germany/", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "de", "country_name": "Germany", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "emission_zone", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Most major German cities have low-emission zones (Umweltzonen) you may enter only with a green Umweltplakette emissions sticker displayed on the windscreen.", "source_url": "https://www.bundesumweltministerium.de/en/topics/air/emissions-control-sticker-and-low-emission-zone", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "de", "country_name": "Germany", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Entering or leaving Germany to/from a non-EU country with €10,000+ in cash (incl. banknotes, securities and gold) must be declared in writing to German Customs.", "source_url": "https://www.zoll.de/EN/Private-individuals/Travel/Entering-Germany/Restrictions/Cash/Entering-Germany-from-non-EU-country/entering-germany-from-non-eu-country.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "de", "country_name": "Germany", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Germany's blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 mg/ml (0.05%) for standard drivers, but there is a total alcohol ban (0.0) for novice drivers in their probation period, drivers under 21, and professional drivers.", "source_url": "https://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/travel/driving-abroad/road-rules-and-safety/germany/index_en.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "de", "country_name": "Germany", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "status", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Adults in Germany may carry up to 25g of cannabis in public and keep 50g and grow up to three plants at home, but there are still no recreational shops and buying or importing cannabis commercially remains illegal.", "source_url": "https://www.bundesgesundheitsministerium.de/en/themen/cannabis/faq-cannabis-act", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "dk", "country_name": "Denmark", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGB events in the Kingdom of Denmark.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Denmark.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "dk", "country_name": "Denmark", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "license_idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "A valid US state driver's license is acceptable in Denmark for up to 90 days; you must be 18 to drive, and long-term residents must obtain a Danish license.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Denmark.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "dk", "country_name": "Denmark", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription — from 1 January 2026 Denmark applies new import rules: medicine containing narcotic substances (lists B–E) is limited to 30 days' personal supply, and antibiotics from outside the EU/EEA to 3 months' treatment.", "source_url": "https://laegemiddelstyrelsen.dk/en/pharmacies/medicines-imported-from-abroad/", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "dk", "country_name": "Denmark", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Driving any vehicle — including a bicycle — under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a strictly enforced serious offense in Denmark.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Denmark.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "dk", "country_name": "Denmark", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Denmark are strict; driving any vehicle — including a bicycle — under the influence of drugs is a serious offense.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Denmark.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "dk", "country_name": "Denmark", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "knives", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Possession of weapons of any kind in Denmark — including pocketknives and pepper spray — may result in criminal penalties; carrying pointed or sharp weapons requires a police-issued certificate.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Denmark.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "dk", "country_name": "Denmark", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "road_rules", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Danish road rules differ from the US: right turns on a red light are illegal, headlights must be on at all times day and night, and handheld phone use while driving is banned.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Denmark.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "dk", "country_name": "Denmark", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare cash and other monetary instruments worth EUR 10,000 (about DKK 75,000) or more to the Danish Customs Agency whenever you enter or leave Denmark — the duty applies even if you are only in transit.", "source_url": "https://toldst.dk/en-us/individuals/travel/if-you-are-travelling-with-large-amounts-of-valuables", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "dk", "country_name": "Denmark", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "face_covering_ban", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to wear clothing that conceals your face in a public place in Denmark — the ban applies to visitors, with legal exemptions such as masks worn for health reasons.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/denmark/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "do", "country_name": "Dominican Republic", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare US$10,000 or more (or equivalent) both when entering and when leaving the Dominican Republic.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/DominicanRepublic.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "do", "country_name": "Dominican Republic", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Confirm your medication is legal and listed by the Ministry of Public Health, carry it in original labeled packaging, and bring a copy of your prescription.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/DominicanRepublic.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "do", "country_name": "Dominican Republic", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Drug-related offenses, including those involving marijuana, carry severe penalties in the Dominican Republic.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/DominicanRepublic.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "do", "country_name": "Dominican Republic", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "rules", "status": "info", "summary": "Seat belts and motorcycle helmets are required, and in car-vs-motorcycle collisions the car driver is usually found at fault regardless of circumstances.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/DominicanRepublic.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "do", "country_name": "Dominican Republic", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_ammo", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Traveling to the Dominican Republic with a firearm - or even a stray bullet or spent shell casing in your luggage - can get you arrested; U.S. citizens have been arrested in the Caribbean over shell casings in suitcases, and the U.S. Embassy cannot get you out of jail.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/safety-tips/firearms.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "ec", "country_name": "Ecuador", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Confirm your medication is legal with Ecuador's Ministry of Public Health, carry it in original packaging with your prescription, and buy only from reputable pharmacies (counterfeits are common).", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Ecuador.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ec", "country_name": "Ecuador", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "license_idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "A valid US license is recognized in Ecuador for up to 90 days; carrying an international driving permit is recommended, and longer stays require a license from the National Transit Agency.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Ecuador.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ec", "country_name": "Ecuador", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare USD 10,000 or more when entering or leaving Ecuador — and on exit, amounts of USD 1,200 or more are subject to a 5% currency-exit tax.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Ecuador.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ec", "country_name": "Ecuador", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of events focused on sexual orientation in Ecuador.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Ecuador.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ec", "country_name": "Ecuador", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "galapagos_biosecurity", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Ecuador restricts certain items entering the Galápagos Islands; check the Galápagos Biosecurity Agency (ABG) prohibited-items list before traveling there.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Ecuador.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ec", "country_name": "Ecuador", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Drone and satellite-phone use is regulated in Ecuador; research the rules (civil aviation / ARCOTEL) before bringing them into the country.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Ecuador.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ec", "country_name": "Ecuador", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Ecuador are severe — offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines, and drivers can be held responsible for drugs passengers carry in their luggage.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Ecuador.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "eg", "country_name": "Egypt", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "controlled_rx", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Not all medications legal in the U.S. are allowed in Egypt; the Ministry of Health inspects medication on arrival, so carry it in original packaging with a doctor's letter stating it is for personal use, the dosage, and the condition.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/egypt.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "eg", "country_name": "Egypt", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "criminalization", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Same-sex relationships are not explicitly illegal in Egypt, but authorities use 'debauchery' laws to arrest gay and lesbian individuals — often via social-media or dating-app entrapment — and have detained people for displaying rainbow flags.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/egypt.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "eg", "country_name": "Egypt", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Bringing more than US$10,000 into or out of Egypt is illegal, and Egypt also limits how much gold individuals may import.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/egypt.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "eg", "country_name": "Egypt", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "antiquities", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to remove antiquities from archaeological sites or to buy, trade, sell, or export them; travelers can be prosecuted for looting, damaging sites, or smuggling.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/egypt.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "eg", "country_name": "Egypt", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Traffic laws are loosely enforced but foreigners may face extra scrutiny, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is treated seriously.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/egypt.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "eg", "country_name": "Egypt", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "government_military", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to photograph police stations, military barracks, and certain other sensitive public buildings in Egypt.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/egypt.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "eg", "country_name": "Egypt", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "satellite_phone", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "The Egyptian government does not allow visitors to enter with satellite phones; any brought in will be confiscated and not returned.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/egypt.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "eg", "country_name": "Egypt", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Bringing any drone into Egypt, including small personal ones, is strictly prohibited; drones are confiscated and not returned.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/egypt.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "eg", "country_name": "Egypt", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "trafficking", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Drug offenses in Egypt carry severe penalties, and police can stop, question, and detain you without cause.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/egypt.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-01" }, { "country_code": "es", "country_name": "Spain", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Spain's blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/L (0.05%) for standard drivers and 0.3 g/L for novice (first 2 years) and professional drivers.", "source_url": "https://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/travel/driving-abroad/road-rules-and-safety/spain/index_en.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "es", "country_name": "Spain", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of gay or lesbian events in Spain.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/spain.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "es", "country_name": "Spain", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Spain has no legal cannabis shops and a tourist cannot lawfully buy cannabis anywhere in the country. Spain's Ministry of Health states that mere possession is not a crime unless it is intended for trafficking — but consuming or carrying cannabis in a public place, street, public establishment or on public transport is a serious administrative offence fined between €601 and €30,000. The \"cannabis clubs\" tourists are offered in Barcelona have no legal protection.", "source_url": "https://pnsd.sanidad.gob.es/ciudadanos/legislacion/delitos/home.htm", "verified_at": "2026-08-13" }, { "country_code": "es", "country_name": "Spain", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must obtain an International Driving Permit before arriving in Spain and to rent a car; it is valid for only 1 year.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/spain.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "es", "country_name": "Spain", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "mobile_phone", "status": "restricted", "summary": "It is illegal to use a mobile phone without a hands-free device while driving in Spain.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/spain.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "es", "country_name": "Spain", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "public_drinking", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Most cities in Spain ban drinking alcohol in the street, except at registered cafes and bars.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/spain.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "es", "country_name": "Spain", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Bringing or taking EUR 10,000 (about $10,600) or more in cash or other payment methods into or out of Spain requires a tax declaration with Spanish Customs.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/spain.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "es", "country_name": "Spain", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Spain does not permit the international shipment of medications; carry prescription medicine in its original packaging with your doctor's prescription, and check with the Spanish embassy that your medication is legal in Spain.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/spain.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "fi", "country_name": "Finland", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for drug offences in Finland, even for possession of small amounts, include heavy fines and jail terms of up to 10 years, and apply even when transiting through airports.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/finland/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "fi", "country_name": "Finland", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare EUR 10,000 or more (any currency) when traveling between Finland and a non-EU country; no declaration is needed to/from another EU country.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/finland", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "fi", "country_name": "Finland", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "You may bring up to a 3-month personal supply of prescription medication into Finland with your prescription and a dated letter from your doctor; prescribed narcotics are limited to a 14-day supply and require a medical certificate.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Finland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "fi", "country_name": "Finland", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "winter_tyres", "status": "restricted", "summary": "In Finland, cars and vans must use winter tyres (minimum 3.0mm tread) whenever weather or road conditions require during 1 November to 31 March, and the rule applies to foreign-registered vehicles too.", "source_url": "https://www.traficom.fi/en/transport/road/winter-tyres", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "fi", "country_name": "Finland", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "headlights", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Headlights must always be on in Finland, even in daylight — a legal requirement for all vehicles.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/finland", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "fi", "country_name": "Finland", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "The blood-alcohol limit for driving in Finland is 0.05%; over the limit you may be arrested.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/finland", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "fi", "country_name": "Finland", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Under EU drone rules in Finland, operators of drones over 250 g or with a camera must register and in most cases pass an online exam before flying.", "source_url": "https://www.traficom.fi/en/unmanned-aviation/registration-and-theoretical-examination", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "fj", "country_name": "Fiji", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "dress_conduct", "status": "info", "summary": "Outside tourist areas Fiji's dress code is conservative — dress respectfully in village areas — and you can be arrested for being drunk and disorderly, including at the airport or on a plane.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/pacific/fiji", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "fj", "country_name": "Fiji", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Driving while intoxicated is illegal in Fiji, using a mobile phone while driving is illegal, and traffic moves on the left.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Fiji.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "fj", "country_name": "Fiji", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "biosecurity", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Strict customs and biosecurity rules apply to importing food, plant material, animals and agricultural products into Fiji — declare all such items on arrival.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/pacific/fiji", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "fj", "country_name": "Fiji", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Currency over FJD 10,000 (or the US-dollar equivalent) must be declared when entering or leaving Fiji.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Fiji.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "fj", "country_name": "Fiji", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex relationships are legal in Fiji, but some locals hold conservative attitudes and open displays of affection could cause offence, particularly in rural areas.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/pacific/fiji", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "fj", "country_name": "Fiji", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "You can go to jail in Fiji for possession of any quantity of illegal drugs.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/pacific/fiji", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "fr", "country_name": "France", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare cash, gold or equivalent of €10,000 or more to customs when entering or leaving France (or the EU).", "source_url": "https://www.douane.gouv.fr/en/fiche/cash-reporting-obligation", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "fr", "country_name": "France", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "You may bring personal medication into France only in quantities matching your prescription (up to 3 months for ordinary drugs), and narcotic or psychotropic medicines require the original prescription and roughly a 1-month limit.", "source_url": "https://www.douane.gouv.fr/en/demarche/you-are-traveling-medicines", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "fr", "country_name": "France", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex relationships or the organization of events in France.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/france.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "fr", "country_name": "France", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cannabis is illegal in France and using it is a criminal offence, not a fine-only infraction. The law sets a maximum of 1 year in prison and a €3,750 fine for use alone, and selling or supplying — even giving it to a friend — is treated as trafficking. Cannabis bought legally in another country does not become legal on arrival in France.", "source_url": "https://www.drogues.gouv.fr/en-matiere-de-stupefiants", "verified_at": "2026-08-13" }, { "country_code": "fr", "country_name": "France", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones_and_sensitive_sites", "status": "restricted", "summary": "French law restricts drone use and photography/video of sensitive sites — airports, military bases, prisons, nuclear plants — and large gatherings such as concerts and parades.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/france.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "fr", "country_name": "France", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Using or possessing drugs including cannabis is illegal in France even in private, and police can issue an immediate flat-rate fine of €200.", "source_url": "https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F33341?lang=en", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "fr", "country_name": "France", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "France's drink-drive limit is 0.5 g of alcohol per litre of blood (0.25 mg/L of breath), dropping to 0.2 g/L for novice drivers with a probationary licence.", "source_url": "https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F2881", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "fr", "country_name": "France", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "In France you must give way to traffic approaching from your right at most intersections and roundabouts, and driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol can lead to immediate arrest.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/france.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "gb", "country_name": "United Kingdom", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "side_of_road", "status": "info", "summary": "Traffic in the UK drives on the LEFT side of the road, the opposite of the US.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/united-kingdom.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "gb", "country_name": "United Kingdom", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "The drink-drive limit is 80mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, but lower at 50mg per 100ml in Scotland.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/drink-drive-limit", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "gb", "country_name": "United Kingdom", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cannabis is illegal in the UK as a Class B drug, including types legal in some US states.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/penalties-drug-possession-dealing", "verified_at": "2026-07-16" }, { "country_code": "gb", "country_name": "United Kingdom", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare cash of £10,000 or more (or equivalent) when carrying it between Great Britain and any country outside the UK.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/bringing-cash-into-uk", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "gb", "country_name": "United Kingdom", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "knives", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to carry most knives in public without good reason, including any lock knife or any folding blade over 3 inches; banned knives (flick, butterfly, zombie) cannot even be brought into the UK.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/buying-carrying-knives", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "gb", "country_name": "United Kingdom", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Some medications approved in the US are controlled substances in the UK and need a licence to bring in; carry them in original labelled packaging with a copy of your prescription.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/united-kingdom.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "gr", "country_name": "Greece", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to bring mace, pepper spray, guns, ammunition, or even spent shells or casings into Greece.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/greece.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "gr", "country_name": "Greece", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Greece's drink-drive limit is 0.5 mg/ml of blood for standard drivers, dropping to 0.2 mg/ml for novice, professional, motorbike and moped drivers.", "source_url": "https://ec.europa.eu/transport/road_safety/going_abroad/greece/alcohol_limits_en.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "gr", "country_name": "Greece", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Cash of EUR 10,000 or more (or equivalent) must be declared when entering or leaving Greece / the EU.", "source_url": "https://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/travel/carry/carrying-cash/index_en.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "gr", "country_name": "Greece", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Marijuana is illegal in Greece, and penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking any illegal drugs are severe.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/greece.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "gr", "country_name": "Greece", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on consensual same-sex sexual relations; same-sex marriage has been legal since 2024 and anti-discrimination protections apply, though social discrimination persists in rural areas.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/greece.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "gr", "country_name": "Greece", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "prescription", "status": "info", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in its original packaging with your doctor's prescription and check with the Greek embassy before travel; medications must be for personal use and approved for use in the United States.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/greece.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "gr", "country_name": "Greece", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "security_and_heritage", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Unauthorized photography of law enforcement, military personnel, or military installations is prohibited and may lead to arrest, and removing anything (even rocks) from archaeological sites is strictly prohibited.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/greece.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-05" }, { "country_code": "gt", "country_name": "Guatemala", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Same-sex sexual activity is not illegal in Guatemala, but no law guarantees freedom from discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation and same-sex marriages are not recognised.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/guatemala/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "gt", "country_name": "Guatemala", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "license_dui", "status": "conditional", "summary": "A valid US driver's licence is accepted in Guatemala for the first 30 days of a visit and an International Driving Permit is needed for longer stays; it is illegal to use a phone while driving.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Guatemala.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "gt", "country_name": "Guatemala", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Guatemala sets no cap on currency entering or leaving, but if you are carrying USD 10,000 or more you must identify the source of the money and its purpose.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Guatemala.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "gt", "country_name": "Guatemala", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "travel_ban", "status": "info", "summary": "If you are charged with a crime in Guatemala you may be banned from leaving the country until the case is resolved, and after a traffic accident causing injury you can be held regardless of who was at fault.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Guatemala.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "gt", "country_name": "Guatemala", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription and confirm legality with Guatemala's Ministry of Public Health; counterfeit medication is common, so buy only from trusted places.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Guatemala.html", "verified_at": "2026-06-26" }, { "country_code": "hk", "country_name": "Hong Kong", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Most people in Hong Kong accept or are indifferent to LGBTQIA+ travellers, but community attitudes toward LGBTQIA+ people are generally more conservative than in Western countries.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/hong-kong", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "hk", "country_name": "Hong Kong", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "trafficking", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking dangerous drugs in Hong Kong are severe; do not consume drugs in Hong Kong or before arriving.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/HongKong.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "hk", "country_name": "Hong Kong", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "side_of_road", "status": "info", "summary": "Traffic moves on the left in Hong Kong; you may drive on a valid US license for up to one year, and vehicles must carry valid third-party liability insurance.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/HongKong.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "hk", "country_name": "Hong Kong", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Travelers arriving in Hong Kong with currency or bearer negotiable instruments totaling more than HKD 120,000 must declare to a Customs officer via the Red Channel; there is no limit on the amount itself.", "source_url": "https://www.customs.gov.hk/en/faqs/currency-and-bearer-negotiable-instruments/index.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "hk", "country_name": "Hong Kong", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Bringing any e-cigarette, vape or heated-tobacco product into Hong Kong is banned for arriving travellers - and since April 30, 2026, possessing e-cigarette capsules, liquids or heat sticks in public places is also an offence.", "source_url": "https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202604/29/P2026042900589.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "hk", "country_name": "Hong Kong", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "cannabis_cbd", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Hong Kong has zero tolerance for illegal drugs including marijuana and CBD; CBD is a dangerous drug under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/hong-kong", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "hk", "country_name": "Hong Kong", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "controlled", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Hong Kong strictly controls transit/import of arms, ammunition, fireworks, dangerous drugs, antibiotics, animals, plants, endangered species, telecom equipment, meat, poultry, eggs, and powdered infant formula; permits are required.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/HongKong.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "hk", "country_name": "Hong Kong", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "protests_police", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Avoid photographing protesters or police without permission; photographing or joining protest activity authorities consider provocative may bring arrest under national-security laws.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/HongKong.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "hk", "country_name": "Hong Kong", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "national_security_law", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Hong Kong national-security laws — the 2020 National Security Law and the 2024 Safeguarding National Security Ordinance — are applied broadly and can reach acts outside Hong Kong, including social-media posts; joining unauthorized protests or posting content authorities deem subversive can bring criminal charges, and some cases may be transferred to mainland China.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/HongKong.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "hk", "country_name": "Hong Kong", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "self_defense_items", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Mace, pepper spray, stun guns, switchblades, knuckle-dusters, self-defense batons, handcuffs, and similar items are banned in Hong Kong — including for transit passengers, as airport luggage is screened.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/HongKong.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "hr", "country_name": "Croatia", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Some medicines may be illegal in Croatia even if prescribed at home; verify legality, carry enough for the trip, and bring a prescription plus a doctor's letter.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/croatia", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "hr", "country_name": "Croatia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Travel to/from any non-EU country with cash or instruments over EUR 10,000 (or equivalent) must be declared; no declaration needed between EU countries.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/croatia", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "hr", "country_name": "Croatia", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Possessing, using, or trafficking illicit drugs is illegal in Croatia; police actively patrol music festivals and drug arrests are common.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/croatia", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "hr", "country_name": "Croatia", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "dress_code", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Police can fine you on the spot for being shirtless or in swimwear in Croatian tourist towns with posted signs banning it.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/croatia", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "hr", "country_name": "Croatia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex relationships are legal in Croatia, though attitudes vary outside tourist areas and discretion is advised in public.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/croatia", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "hr", "country_name": "Croatia", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "public_drinking", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Drinking alcohol in public outside bars and restaurants is prohibited in tourist cities including Split and Dubrovnik; on-the-spot fines apply for drunken or disorderly behavior.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/croatia", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "hr", "country_name": "Croatia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Driving in Croatia requires both a valid foreign license and an International Driving Permit; driving without one can void insurance, and a fluorescent vest must be carried and worn during a roadside breakdown.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/croatia", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "hu", "country_name": "Hungary", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Drones are legal in Hungary but heavily zoned: No Drone Zones cover the controlled airspace of Budapest (LHBP), Kecskemet (LHKE), Szolnok (LHSN) and Papa (LHPA) airports, and you may not fly within 300 m of protected state facilities, prominent national heritage sites or designated critical infrastructure.", "source_url": "https://ais-en.hungarocontrol.hu/uas-airspace-restrictions", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "hu", "country_name": "Hungary", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare funds over EUR 10,000 (or equivalent) on entry and exit between Hungary and a non-EU country; no declaration needed to/from other EU countries.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Hungary.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "hu", "country_name": "Hungary", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Illegal drugs carry severe penalties in Hungary — expect a long jail sentence and heavy fines for possessing, using or smuggling them, including when transiting through the airport.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/hungary/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "hu", "country_name": "Hungary", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cannabis is illegal in Hungary — expect a long jail sentence and heavy fines for possessing, using or smuggling it, including when transiting through a Hungarian airport.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/hungary/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "hu", "country_name": "Hungary", "category": "tobacco", "subcategory": "public_smoking", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Smoking is banned on all public transport and at stops in Budapest, within 5 m of school entrances, and in restaurants, bars, and cafes.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/hungary", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "hu", "country_name": "Hungary", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Hungary has a no-alcohol driving policy — it is illegal to drink any alcohol at all and then drive.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/hungary/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "hu", "country_name": "Hungary", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in its original packaging with your doctor's prescription, and check with the government of Hungary that your medication is legal there before you travel.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Hungary.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "hu", "country_name": "Hungary", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "license_idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "You may drive on a valid US license for up to one year only if a certified Hungarian translation is attached; an AAA-issued International Driving Permit used with your state license is also accepted.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Hungary.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "hu", "country_name": "Hungary", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Same-sex sexual activity is legal, but Hungary has passed legislation allowing the banning of rallies and marches that depict or promote LGBT+ identities to minors — the government classified Budapest Pride 2025 as illegal under it.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/hungary/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "id", "country_name": "Indonesia", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "dress_code", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Sharia law is enforced in Aceh province and may exist via local legislation elsewhere; dress modestly in public. The 2026 revised criminal code also penalizes defamation and blasphemy.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Indonesia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "id", "country_name": "Indonesia", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Marijuana, cannabis, hash, edibles and products containing CBD or THC are illegal in Indonesia, even with a medical prescription.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Indonesia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "id", "country_name": "Indonesia", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs in Indonesia is severely punished, even for small amounts.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Indonesia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "id", "country_name": "Indonesia", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "methanol_risk", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Serious illnesses and deaths have been reported from drink-spiking and methanol-contaminated alcohol, especially in clubs and nightspots in Bali, Lombok, the Gili Islands, and Sumatra.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Indonesia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "id", "country_name": "Indonesia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "restricted", "summary": "LGB conduct is not illegal nationally, but some local governments criminalize it, and a revised criminal code effective January 2026 penalizes cohabitation and sex outside marriage, with unclear implementation.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Indonesia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "id", "country_name": "Indonesia", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Some prescription medications legal in the US, including those for ADHD, are illegal in Indonesia, and any drug may be treated as an illegal narcotic.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Indonesia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "ie", "country_name": "Ireland", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to bring marijuana, cannabis, or CBD products or derivatives into Ireland.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/ireland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "ie", "country_name": "Ireland", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Entering or leaving the EU via an Irish airport or port with EUR 10,000 or more in cash or equivalent — including cheques, travellers' cheques, money orders, and high-purity gold — must be declared to Customs.", "source_url": "https://www.revenue.ie/en/customs/individuals/travelling-with-sending-cash/index.aspx", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "ie", "country_name": "Ireland", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "rules", "status": "info", "summary": "Cars drive on the left in Ireland — tourists driving on the wrong side cause serious accidents every year; a US license is valid for visits up to 1 year, and penalties for driving under the influence can be severe.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/ireland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "ie", "country_name": "Ireland", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in its original packaging with your doctor's prescription, bring only personal-use quantities, and check with the Government of Ireland that your medication is legal there.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/ireland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "ie", "country_name": "Ireland", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to bring guns, ammunition, and even spent shells or casings into Ireland; strictly enforced at entry.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/ireland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "ie", "country_name": "Ireland", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations, services related to sexual orientation, or LGB events in Ireland.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/ireland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "il", "country_name": "Israel", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "narcotics", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking of illegal drugs in Israel are severe; convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/IsraeltheWestBankandGaza.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "il", "country_name": "Israel", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare if carrying 50,000 shekels or more (or equivalent) when entering/exiting Israel by air, and 12,000 shekels (or equivalent) by land.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/IsraeltheWestBankandGaza.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "il", "country_name": "Israel", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "driving_bac", "status": "restricted", "summary": "The acceptable blood-alcohol limit for driving in Israel is lower than in the US; drivers may not consume alcohol before driving.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/IsraeltheWestBankandGaza.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "il", "country_name": "Israel", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or LGBTQ events in Israel, which has anti-discrimination protections; note the West Bank and Gaza operate under laws that prohibit same-sex activity.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/IsraeltheWestBankandGaza.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "il", "country_name": "Israel", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "social_media_speech", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Expressing views on social media that the Government of Israel considers incitement to violence or hate speech may bring criminal penalties, even if such expression would be lawful in the US.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/IsraeltheWestBankandGaza.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "il", "country_name": "Israel", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with a prescription and confirm legality with the Israel Ministry of Health; counterfeit medications are common in local markets.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/IsraeltheWestBankandGaza.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "il", "country_name": "Israel", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "road_rules", "status": "info", "summary": "All occupants must wear seat belts; headlights are required during intercity travel including daytime; a fluorescent vest and safety triangle must be carried (vest worn when exiting for repairs); handheld phone use while driving is prohibited.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/IsraeltheWestBankandGaza.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-13" }, { "country_code": "in", "country_name": "India", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "trafficking", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "U.S. citizens have been arrested at Indian airports for smuggling narcotics — many said they didn't know they were carrying drugs, so never transport or mail packages that aren't yours.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/India.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "in", "country_name": "India", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "local_rules", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Each Indian state sets its own alcohol laws; some sell alcohol only for medicinal use or require a liquor permit, a few states (e.g. Gujarat, Bihar) are dry, and legal drinking ages range 18–25.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/India.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "in", "country_name": "India", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "antiquities", "status": "restricted", "summary": "India strictly regulates importing/exporting antiquities, electronics, currency, ivory and gold objects; restricted items need Government of India permission.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/India.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "in", "country_name": "India", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "gps", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Carrying a standalone GPS device in India is illegal and can result in fines, detention, or arrest — penalties can reach US$200,000 and up to 3 years in jail.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/India.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "in", "country_name": "India", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "India's Supreme Court decriminalized same-sex relationships in 2018 and the law bars discrimination based on sexual orientation, but enforcement is inconsistent and harassment is reported, especially in rural areas.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/India.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "in", "country_name": "India", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "prohibited_import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Possessing a satellite phone (e.g. Thuraya/Iridium) or GPS device in India is illegal; travelers have faced fines, detention or arrest.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/India.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "in", "country_name": "India", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "satellite_phone", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Bringing a satellite phone into India is illegal and can lead to fines, detention, or arrest — penalties reach up to US$200,000 and 3 years in jail.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/India.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "in", "country_name": "India", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Foreigners may not bring Indian rupees into India (only residents returning from abroad may carry up to Rs 25,000), and you must file a Currency Declaration Form if you arrive with foreign cash over US$5,000 or total foreign exchange over US$10,000.", "source_url": "https://chennaicustoms.gov.in/passenger-clearance-faq/", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "in", "country_name": "India", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Bringing any e-cigarette or vape into India is illegal — the 2019 ban prohibits importing and storing all vaping devices, including nicotine-free ones, e-hookah and heat-not-burn products.", "source_url": "https://ntcp.mohfw.gov.in/assets/document/The-Prohibition-of-Electronic-Cigarettes-Production-Manufacture-Import-Export-Transport-Sale-Distribution-Storage-and-Advertisement)-Act-2019.pdf", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "is", "country_name": "Iceland", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "satellite_phones", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal for tourists to use satellite phones in Iceland; using one can lead to arrest and seizure of the device.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Iceland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "is", "country_name": "Iceland", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Iceland has no legal restrictions on consensual same-sex relations or LGBTQ+ events and is widely regarded as one of the most LGBTQ+-inclusive countries in the world.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Iceland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "is", "country_name": "Iceland", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Drunk-driving laws are very strict in Iceland (BAC threshold as low as 0.05%); a physical US license is accepted (digital is not), and some rentals require an IDP for licenses from outside Europe/North America.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Iceland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "is", "country_name": "Iceland", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to bring guns, ammunition, or even spent shell casings into Iceland.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Iceland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "is", "country_name": "Iceland", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Iceland are severe — even small amounts of recreational drugs or some prescription medications can trigger penalties.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Iceland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "is", "country_name": "Iceland", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to bring marijuana, cannabis, CBD products, or any derivatives into Iceland.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Iceland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-02" }, { "country_code": "is", "country_name": "Iceland", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare cash or monetary instruments of EUR 10,000 or more (or equivalent) when entering or leaving Iceland.", "source_url": "https://www.skatturinn.is/english/individuals/customs-matters/travelling-to-iceland/cash-declaration/", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "is", "country_name": "Iceland", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Drones are legal in Iceland but strictly regulated: operators must register with the Transport Authority, drones over 250 g require an online exam, flying near airports (within 2 km), over crowds, or in national parks needs permission, and max altitude is 120 m.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Iceland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "it", "country_name": "Italy", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "ztl", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Many Italian historic city centers are limited-traffic zones (ZTL) requiring a permit; cameras photograph plates of cars driving illegally and mail fines to the driver's US home.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/italy.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "it", "country_name": "Italy", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Italy's blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/L (0.05%) for standard drivers and 0.0 for professional drivers and novice drivers.", "source_url": "https://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/travel/driving-abroad/road-rules-and-safety/italy/index_en.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "it", "country_name": "Italy", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Foreigners may bring up to a 30-day supply of personal prescription medication into Italy and should carry a copy of the prescription; you cannot bring drugs for other people, and shipments by mail/courier are tightly controlled.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/italy.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "it", "country_name": "Italy", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "counterfeit_goods", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Tourists can be fined or detained for buying counterfeit goods (usually fashion accessories) in Italy.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/italy.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "it", "country_name": "Italy", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Italy applies a EUR 10,000 (or equivalent) cash limit on both entry and exit, above which a declaration is required.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/italy.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "it", "country_name": "Italy", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Cannabis is not legal in Italy, but holding a personal amount is an administrative matter rather than a crime — no arrest, no criminal record and no fine. The sanctions still bite travellers: the authorities can suspend your passport and driving licence for 1 to 3 months where cannabis is involved, and non-EU visitors can have their tourist residence permit suspended. Selling, supplying or growing cannabis remains a criminal offence.", "source_url": "https://prefettura.interno.gov.it/sites/default/files/90/2025-11/art-75-d.p.r-309_90-possesso-per-uso-personale.pdf", "verified_at": "2026-08-13" }, { "country_code": "it", "country_name": "Italy", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "driving_drugs", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Driving under the influence of drugs is prohibited in Italy, with THC (cannabis), methamphetamine and MDMA (ecstasy) expressly listed as forbidden substances.", "source_url": "https://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/travel/driving-abroad/road-rules-and-safety/italy/index_en.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "jm", "country_name": "Jamaica", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Importing or possessing any firearm or ammunition without prior Jamaican authorization is strictly forbidden, and a U.S. concealed-carry permit does not apply.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jamaica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "jm", "country_name": "Jamaica", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "criminalization", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Jamaican law prohibits 'acts of gross indecency' — any physical intimacy — between persons of the same sex, in public or private. Reports of discrimination and violence against LGB individuals are widespread.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jamaica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "jm", "country_name": "Jamaica", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "knives", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Bringing mace, pepper spray, or knives into Jamaica without authorization is not allowed.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jamaica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "jm", "country_name": "Jamaica", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "side_of_road", "status": "info", "summary": "Jamaicans drive on the left side of the road, and front-seat seat belts and motorcycle helmets are required.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jamaica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "jm", "country_name": "Jamaica", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare US$10,000 or more (or equivalent) when entering Jamaica.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jamaica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "jm", "country_name": "Jamaica", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Possessing 2 ounces or less of ganja is a non-arrestable ticketed offence (J$500 fine), but over 2 ounces remains a criminal offence and public smoking is also ticketed.", "source_url": "https://jis.gov.jm/media/Fact-Sheet-Booklet-weed.pdf", "verified_at": "2026-07-16" }, { "country_code": "jm", "country_name": "Jamaica", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "airport_export", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Taking ganja (marijuana) through the airport or out of Jamaica is illegal even though small amounts are decriminalized inside the country, and Jamaica Customs explicitly bans importing or exporting it.", "source_url": "https://jca.gov.jm/business/imports/passengers/", "verified_at": "2026-07-16" }, { "country_code": "jo", "country_name": "Jordan", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "royal_family", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Insulting the King or the Royal Family is illegal in Jordan, and commenting on local or political events on social media has led to arrests.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jordan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "jo", "country_name": "Jordan", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Personal drone use is illegal in Jordan without pre-authorization before entry; drones are restricted imports requiring prior approval.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jordan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "jo", "country_name": "Jordan", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "dress_ramadan", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Jordan is socially conservative — dress modestly in public, especially near mosques — and during Ramadan eating, drinking, or smoking in public during daylight is illegal; proselytizing to Muslims is illegal.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/middle-east/jordan", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "jo", "country_name": "Jordan", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cannabis and all its derivatives are illegal to use, possess, or distribute in Jordan, which treats drug offenses as a state-security matter.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jordan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-02" }, { "country_code": "jo", "country_name": "Jordan", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare cash or equivalent exceeding JOD 10,000 (about USD 14,000) when entering Jordan; there is no currency restriction on exit.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jordan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "jo", "country_name": "Jordan", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Using, possessing, or distributing any drug including marijuana is illegal in Jordan; drug cases are tried in the State Security Court, where a suspect can be held in investigative detention for up to two months.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jordan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "jo", "country_name": "Jordan", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medications in original packaging with a prescription and check with the Jordan Food and Drug Administration, as some medications legal elsewhere may be controlled or prohibited.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/middle-east/jordan", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "jo", "country_name": "Jordan", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "license_idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry a valid foreign license plus an International Driving Permit to drive in Jordan; a US license alone is only valid for green-plated rental cars, and mobile-phone use while driving is prohibited.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jordan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "jo", "country_name": "Jordan", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Same-sex relations are not explicitly criminalized in Jordan, but adultery and 'breach of modesty' laws may be applied; public same-sex affection is not culturally accepted and may bring harassment, arrest, or violence.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Jordan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "jp", "country_name": "Japan", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no restrictions in Japanese law on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of gay and lesbian events.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Japan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "jp", "country_name": "Japan", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "stimulants", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Adderall and other amphetamine stimulants cannot be brought into Japan — even with a prescription. Risk of arrest.", "source_url": "https://jp.usembassy.gov/services/importing-medication/", "verified_at": "2026-07-15" }, { "country_code": "jp", "country_name": "Japan", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "cold_medicine", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Common cold and allergy medicines containing pseudoephedrine (Sudafed, Actifed, Vicks inhalers) or codeine are banned in Japan — a US prescription does not make them legal.", "source_url": "https://jp.usembassy.gov/services/importing-medication/", "verified_at": "2026-07-15" }, { "country_code": "jp", "country_name": "Japan", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "You may drive in Japan only with an International Driving Permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention — IDPs issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention are not accepted here.", "source_url": "https://www.keishicho.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/multilingual/english/finding_services/faq/drivers_license/drivers_license01.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "jp", "country_name": "Japan", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare to Japan Customs if you carry cash or monetary instruments worth more than 1,000,000 yen (about US$6,500) into or out of the country.", "source_url": "https://www.customs.go.jp/english/c-answer_e/keitaibetsuso/7305_e.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "jp", "country_name": "Japan", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "status", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Bringing any cannabis into Japan — including edibles, CBD oil that contains THC, or vape cartridges — is strictly prohibited with no exception for tourists, and possessing or using cannabis in Japan is itself a crime that can bring years in prison.", "source_url": "https://www.customs.go.jp/english/summary/passenger.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "jp", "country_name": "Japan", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "nicotine_liquid", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Nicotine e-liquid is regulated as a medicine in Japan - you may bring in only a personal-use amount (up to about a two-month supply; one month for prescription-class drugs) without an import certificate, and importing it for sale requires a license.", "source_url": "https://www.customs.go.jp/english/c-answer_e/imtsukan/1806_e.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "ke", "country_name": "Kenya", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "public_intoxication", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Kenya regulates public alcohol consumption; a person found intoxicated or disorderly near public areas may be arrested without warrant, and repeat offenses can trigger mandatory rehabilitation at your own cost.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Kenya.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "ke", "country_name": "Kenya", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Kenyan law criminalizes same-sex sexual activity — the penal code prohibits 'carnal knowledge against the order of nature' with a maximum penalty of 14 years, and a separate statute criminalizes sex between men with a maximum of 21 years.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Kenya.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "ke", "country_name": "Kenya", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Importing firearms (including sporting guns) is prohibited except under permit, and possessing any ammunition without a firearms certificate carries a mandatory minimum sentence.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Kenya.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "ke", "country_name": "Kenya", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You may depart Kenya with a maximum of 100,000 Kenyan shillings, and destroying Kenyan currency — even in small amounts — is illegal.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Kenya.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "ke", "country_name": "Kenya", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Kenya are severe.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Kenya.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "ke", "country_name": "Kenya", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "wildlife", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Strict rules apply to importing or exporting ivory, rhino horn, and other wildlife products (hides, skins, teeth) under Kenya's Wildlife Act.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Kenya.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "ke", "country_name": "Kenya", "category": "tobacco", "subcategory": "public_smoking", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Smoking in public places is prohibited except in designated areas under Kenya's Tobacco Control Act, which strictly regulates tobacco sale and marketing.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Kenya.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "ke", "country_name": "Kenya", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "road_rules", "status": "conditional", "summary": "You can drive in Kenya on your home photocard licence for up to 3 months; after that you need a 1968-version International Driving Permit together with your licence, and you cannot buy an IDP once you have left home.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/kenya/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "ke", "country_name": "Kenya", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "dress_pda", "status": "info", "summary": "Kenya's coastal areas are mainly Muslim — dress conservatively away from tourist resorts and hotels, particularly in Mombasa, and avoid public displays of affection.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/kenya/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "kh", "country_name": "Cambodia", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "lese_majeste", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cambodia criminalizes defamation and lèse-majesté: criticism or insults of the King by any means — including online and on social media — can bring 1 to 5 years in prison.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cambodia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "kh", "country_name": "Cambodia", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "methanol_risk", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Deaths and serious illness have been caused by alcoholic drinks containing methanol in Cambodia; methanol cannot be identified by taste or smell — buy drinks only from licensed stores, bars, restaurants, and hotels, and avoid homemade or streetside alcohol.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cambodia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "kh", "country_name": "Cambodia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "safety", "status": "info", "summary": "Drivers must obtain an International Driving Permit; accidents are common due to poor roads and intoxicated driving, and driving outside cities is best limited to 6:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cambodia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "kh", "country_name": "Cambodia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex sexual activity is legal in Cambodia with no restrictions on relations or LGBTQ events, though same-sex marriage is not legal and societal discrimination occurs, especially outside cities.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cambodia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "kh", "country_name": "Cambodia", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cambodia has a zero-tolerance drug policy; possession, trafficking, and manufacturing of any illegal drugs — including cannabis, methamphetamine, heroin, and MDMA — are serious offenses even in very small quantities.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cambodia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "kh", "country_name": "Cambodia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Import and export of Cambodian riel is prohibited; declare foreign currency over US$10,000 on entry — on exit you may take out foreign currency only up to the amount you declared on arrival.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cambodia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "kh", "country_name": "Cambodia", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "drugged_drinks", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Crimes targeting tourists in Cambodia often involve drugged drinks; do not accept drinks from strangers or leave drinks unattended, and methanol poisoning from bootleg alcohol has caused deaths.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cambodia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "kh", "country_name": "Cambodia", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Drone use is strictly prohibited in Cambodia.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Cambodia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "kr", "country_name": "South Korea", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "prohibited_import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Poppy seeds and foods containing them (including some bagel seasoning blends) are illegal to bring into South Korea and can bring criminal charges.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/south-korea.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "kr", "country_name": "South Korea", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "South Korea enforces drug laws strictly — even mailing illegal drugs to or from Korea is commonly prosecuted, and you can be charged over drug use no matter where it happened.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthKorea.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "kr", "country_name": "South Korea", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "biosecurity_food", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "South Korea bans importing poppy seeds or any food containing them (e.g., certain bagel seasoning blends); bringing them in risks criminal charges.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/south-korea.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "kr", "country_name": "South Korea", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on consensual same-sex sexual relations in South Korea, though same-sex marriage is not legally recognized.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/south-korea.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "kr", "country_name": "South Korea", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Narcotics, amphetamines, and opioids need written pre-approval from Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (K-MFDS), and even poppy seeds — including bagel seasoning blends — are illegal to bring into South Korea.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthKorea.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "kr", "country_name": "South Korea", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp_and_bac", "status": "restricted", "summary": "All drivers need an International Driving Permit (or a Korean license), and a blood-alcohol level of 0.03% or higher is legally intoxicated — police run DUI checkpoints and refusing a breathalyzer cancels your license.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthKorea.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "la", "country_name": "Laos", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "conditions", "status": "conditional", "summary": "To drive in Laos you must carry both your home licence and a 1949-version International Driving Permit (get it before you travel), and if you are in an accident you are liable for third-party damage and injury even when you are not at fault.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/laos/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "la", "country_name": "Laos", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription, verify it is legal in Laos before traveling, and bring enough for the whole trip.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Laos.html", "verified_at": "2026-06-26" }, { "country_code": "la", "country_name": "Laos", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "demonstrations", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Protests and demonstrations are illegal in Laos; foreigners arrested for unruly conduct or property damage are typically held without charge until they pay an indemnity to the injured party, usually a minimum of two to three weeks.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/laos", "verified_at": "2026-06-26" }, { "country_code": "la", "country_name": "Laos", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Lao kip may not be imported or exported at all, and USD 2,500 or more (or the equivalent in other foreign currency) must be declared both entering and leaving Laos.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Laos.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "la", "country_name": "Laos", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations in Laos.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/laos/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "la", "country_name": "Laos", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "relations_with_locals", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Lao law prohibits sexual relationships between foreign and Lao nationals unless the couple is married under Lao family law, and marriage or engagement to a Lao national requires a formal application to the Lao authorities.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/laos/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "la", "country_name": "Laos", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Laos has a zero-tolerance drug policy that expressly includes cannabis: possessing even a very small amount brings arrest and a long jail sentence, and drug trafficking can carry the death penalty.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/laos/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "lb", "country_name": "Lebanon", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Possessing, using and trafficking illegal drugs — including small quantities — are all serious offences in Lebanon, punishable with prison.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/lebanon.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "lb", "country_name": "Lebanon", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Same-sex relationships are criminalised in Lebanon and punishable by up to one year in prison.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/lebanon.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "lb", "country_name": "Lebanon", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp_dui", "status": "conditional", "summary": "An International Driving Permit is required to drive in Lebanon and you must carry your licence, vehicle registration and proof of insurance; vehicles with diesel engines are banned.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/lebanon.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "lb", "country_name": "Lebanon", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "restricted", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Take photographs only at tourist sites in Lebanon: you could be arrested for photographing military sites, may be detained for taking photos in Hizballah areas, and flying a camera drone without permission is illegal.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/lebanon/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "lb", "country_name": "Lebanon", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "controlled", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Lebanese customs may strictly regulate import/export of firearms, military paraphernalia, professional camera equipment, other communications equipment, and antiquities.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Lebanon.html", "verified_at": "2026-06-26" }, { "country_code": "lb", "country_name": "Lebanon", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription and confirm legality with Lebanon's Ministry of Health; Lebanon has significant medication shortages, so bring enough for the whole trip.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Lebanon.html", "verified_at": "2026-06-26" }, { "country_code": "lb", "country_name": "Lebanon", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "dress_ramadan", "status": "info", "summary": "During Ramadan in Lebanon do not eat, drink, smoke or chew gum in public during daylight hours — including in your car — and avoid playing loud music, dancing or swearing in public.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/lebanon/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "lk", "country_name": "Sri Lanka", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Weapons, ammunition, and explosives are prohibited items that may not be brought into Sri Lanka.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/sri-lanka.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "lk", "country_name": "Sri Lanka", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with a prescription; counterfeit medication is common, so buy only from reputable establishments with medical guidance.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/sri-lanka.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "lk", "country_name": "Sri Lanka", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "security_zones", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Photography is prohibited in designated high-security zones and near many government and military installations (restrictions not always posted); drones are restricted near sites like the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and military installations.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/sri-lanka.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "lk", "country_name": "Sri Lanka", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "The maximum cash that may be brought into Sri Lanka is USD 15,000; the maximum that may be taken out is USD 10,000.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/sri-lanka.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "lk", "country_name": "Sri Lanka", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "prohibited_items", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Sri Lanka prohibits importing e-cigarettes, vaping devices, weapons, ammunition, explosives, gold, narcotics, and pornography; unlicensed export of antiques is also a criminal act.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/sri-lanka.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "lk", "country_name": "Sri Lanka", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "rules", "status": "info", "summary": "Driving is on the left in Sri Lanka; many visitors hire a car with driver, and if using a tuk-tuk agree the price first or use a working meter. Request seatbelts when renting as they may be absent.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/sri-lanka.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "lk", "country_name": "Sri Lanka", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "narcotics", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Sri Lanka are severe; convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/sri-lanka.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "lk", "country_name": "Sri Lanka", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "buddha_image", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Posing for a photo with your back to a Buddha statue is a serious offense in Sri Lanka, and displaying religious images such as Buddha tattoos may result in arrest or denial of entry.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/sri-lanka.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "lk", "country_name": "Sri Lanka", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Same-sex sexual relationships and marriages are criminalized in Sri Lanka.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/sri-lanka.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "lk", "country_name": "Sri Lanka", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "import_ban", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "E-cigarettes and vaping devices are explicitly prohibited items that must not be brought into Sri Lanka.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/sri-lanka.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "ma", "country_name": "Morocco", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "government_military", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Photographing anything of military or security interest — palaces, diplomatic missions, government buildings, sensitive facilities — without permission may cause problems with Moroccan authorities.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Morocco.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ma", "country_name": "Morocco", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "religious_materials", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Proselytizing is prohibited in Morocco; customs enforce strict rules on religious materials, and US citizens have been arrested, detained, or expelled for trying to engage Moroccans about Christianity.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Morocco.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ma", "country_name": "Morocco", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "antiquities", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Moroccan customs may enforce strict rules on importing or exporting antiquities; contact the Embassy of Morocco for specific requirements.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Morocco.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ma", "country_name": "Morocco", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Drugs are illegal in Morocco and penalties for drug offences are severe, including long-term prison sentences.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/africa/morocco", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ma", "country_name": "Morocco", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "import", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Moroccan customs strictly regulate the temporary import or export of firearms, along with drones, religious materials, and antiquities.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Morocco.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ma", "country_name": "Morocco", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "criminalization", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Consensual same-sex sexual relations are criminalized in Morocco.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Morocco.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ma", "country_name": "Morocco", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "The dirham is a closed currency: declare 100,000 MAD or US$10,000 on entry, exporting dirhams is prohibited, and you can only reconvert dirhams on departure with an exchange receipt.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Morocco.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ma", "country_name": "Morocco", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription, and verify with Moroccan authorities that the medication is legal in Morocco.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Morocco.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "mt", "country_name": "Malta", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "antiquities", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Malta may strictly regulate temporary import/export of antiquities or items with resale value; an ATA Carnet is encouraged for professional equipment and commercial samples.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malta.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "mt", "country_name": "Malta", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Confirm your prescription medication is legal with Malta's Medicines Authority and carry it in original packaging with your prescription; some home-country medications may be illegal in Malta.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malta.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "mt", "country_name": "Malta", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare EUR 10,000 or more (any currency) when entering, transiting, or exiting Malta.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/malta", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "mt", "country_name": "Malta", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_customs", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Malta strictly regulates temporary import/export of firearms; hunting with firearms is common in rural Malta in spring and autumn. Contact the Maltese Embassy for requirements before traveling with one.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malta.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "mt", "country_name": "Malta", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGB events in Malta.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malta.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "mt", "country_name": "Malta", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Malta are severe, with lengthy trials (5–7 years) and pre-trial detention of months to years for foreign nationals.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malta.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "mt", "country_name": "Malta", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "side_of_road", "status": "info", "summary": "In Malta, vehicles drive on the left; roads are often narrow, winding, congested, and flood in heavy rain.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malta.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "mt", "country_name": "Malta", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Malta legalised personal cannabis use in 2021, but it is not a shop-based market and visitors are not covered. Adults may carry up to 7 g in public, keep 50 g at home and grow up to 4 plants — but the UK FCDO states this applies to Maltese residents only, and the non-profit cannabis associations that are the sole legal supply route accept residents of Malta only. There is no legal retail sale, so a tourist has no lawful way to obtain cannabis in Malta.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/malta/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-08-13" }, { "country_code": "mv", "country_name": "Maldives", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "restricted_buildings", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Photography of certain buildings in the Maldives is illegal; be cautious before photographing government, military, or religious structures.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/maldives.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "mv", "country_name": "Maldives", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Same-sex sexual conduct is illegal in the Maldives; conviction can bring up to 8 years imprisonment and 100 lashes, and there are no anti-discrimination protections or recognition of same-sex couples.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/maldives.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "mv", "country_name": "Maldives", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "dress_religion", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Dress modestly in Malé and on non-resort islands (cover shoulders and knees; bikinis only on resort beaches); public practice of non-Islamic religions is banned and inviting Maldivians to non-Islamic gatherings is illegal. Ramadan public eating/drinking/smoking may be illegal.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/maldives.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "mv", "country_name": "Maldives", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for carrying or using illegal drugs in the Maldives are severe, including mandatory jail and life imprisonment; even a small amount can bring a trafficking charge.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/maldives.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "mv", "country_name": "Maldives", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "import_ban", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Bringing alcohol into the Maldives is prohibited and possession on non-resort islands is not allowed; alcohol is available only on licensed resort islands — do not take any off your resort.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/maldives.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "mv", "country_name": "Maldives", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "import_ban", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "The Maldives has banned the import, sale, and use of vaping devices and all vaping solutions (effective 15 November 2024); e-cigarettes are confiscated at the border and travelers may not bring them in.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/maldives.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "mv", "country_name": "Maldives", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "prohibited_items", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Prohibited imports include weapons, ammunition, alcohol, pornography, vaping devices, and religious material offensive to Islam; importing religious idols is not allowed — restrictions apply even to transiting travelers.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/maldives.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "mv", "country_name": "Maldives", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Cash or monetary instruments over USD 10,000 must be declared on entry to the Maldives; there is no exit restriction.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/maldives.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "mx", "country_name": "Mexico", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Bringing ANY firearm or ammunition into Mexico without a Mexican permit is a serious crime — even a single round. U.S. carry permits are NOT valid.", "source_url": "https://mx.usembassy.gov/bringing-items-into-mexico-u-s/", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "mx", "country_name": "Mexico", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Marijuana is illegal in Mexico. Drug possession and use is a crime — including marijuana, even if its use is allowed in the U.S. state where you live — and importing drugs, including medical marijuana, is illegal.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/mexico.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "mx", "country_name": "Mexico", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Do not get involved with drugs of any kind in Mexico — penalties for drug offences are severe and convictions carry sentences of up to 25 years.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/mexico/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "mx", "country_name": "Mexico", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "blades_other", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is almost always illegal in Mexico to carry weapons such as knives, swords, brass knuckles, or fireworks and explosives - bringing them into Mexico without a Mexican government permit is a serious crime.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Mexico.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "mx", "country_name": "Mexico", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to bring e-cigarettes, vapes, or vaping liquids into Mexico — do not pack them even for personal use; violations bring entry delays, fines, or criminal charges.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/mexico.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "mx", "country_name": "Mexico", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "controlled", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Some common US over-the-counter medicines are illegal to bring into Mexico — anything containing stimulants such as pseudoephedrine (Actifed, Sudafed, Vicks inhalers) or codeine is prohibited.", "source_url": "https://mx.usembassy.gov/bringing-items-into-mexico-u-s/", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "mx", "country_name": "Mexico", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare to Mexican customs if you enter or leave Mexico carrying US$10,000 or more (or the equivalent) in cash or monetary instruments.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/mexico.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "mx", "country_name": "Mexico", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex relationships or events in Mexico, though there are occasional reports of violence against gay and lesbian people.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Mexico.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "my", "country_name": "Malaysia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Homosexual acts are illegal under Malaysian law; police sometimes raid venues popular with LGBTQ travelers, and some states add separate Sharia penalties for Muslims.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malaysia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "my", "country_name": "Malaysia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Cash exceeding USD 10,000 (or equivalent in Ringgit) must be declared on both entry and exit.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malaysia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "my", "country_name": "Malaysia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "You may drive in Malaysia only with both a valid International Driving Permit (obtained before arrival) and a valid US license; traffic drives on the left.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malaysia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "my", "country_name": "Malaysia", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "proselytizing", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to proselytize another faith to Malaysian Muslims; religious police and authorities sometimes raid nightspots and hotels to enforce rules against activities contrary to Muslim custom.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malaysia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "my", "country_name": "Malaysia", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cannabis, marijuana, and CBD products — including those prescribed as medication in the US — are strictly prohibited; Malaysia does not allow importing CBD or THC products.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malaysia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "my", "country_name": "Malaysia", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to bring guns, ammunition, and even spent shells or casings into Malaysia.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malaysia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "my", "country_name": "Malaysia", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "trafficking", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Drug laws are very strict in Malaysia; penalties for using, having, or selling illegal drugs include the death penalty, long jail sentences, or heavy fines.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malaysia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "my", "country_name": "Malaysia", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Prescription medications must be in original packaging with a prescription; controlled substances need a written prescription and a 30-day limit, and CBD/THC products are absolutely prohibited even with a US prescription.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malaysia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "my", "country_name": "Malaysia", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "restricted_buildings", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to photograph certain buildings in Malaysia, including military and government buildings and Ministry of Health facilities such as public hospitals and clinics.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malaysia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "my", "country_name": "Malaysia", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "drones_satellite", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Drone use is restricted (check the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia) and satellite phone use is restricted (check the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission).", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Malaysia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-19" }, { "country_code": "nl", "country_name": "Netherlands", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "It is an offence to drive with a blood alcohol level of 0.05% or above; for drivers licensed less than five years the limit is just 0.02%.", "source_url": "https://www.government.nl/topics/mobility-public-transport-and-road-safety/road-safety/alcohol-drugs-and-driving", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "nl", "country_name": "Netherlands", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGB events in the Netherlands.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Netherlands.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "nl", "country_name": "Netherlands", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Entering or leaving the EU (including the Netherlands) with EUR 10,000 or more in cash or equivalent (cheques, gold) requires a customs cash declaration.", "source_url": "https://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/travel/carry/carrying-cash/index_en.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "nl", "country_name": "Netherlands", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "hard_drugs", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is against the law to possess, sell or produce drugs in the Netherlands; only small quantities of soft drugs are tolerated, and hard drugs are never tolerated.", "source_url": "https://www.government.nl/topics/drugs/toleration-policy-regarding-soft-drugs-and-coffee-shops", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "nl", "country_name": "Netherlands", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Cannabis is technically illegal in the Netherlands, but possession of up to 5 grams for personal use is tolerated and not prosecuted.", "source_url": "https://www.government.nl/themes/family-health-and-care/drugs/toleration-policy-regarding-soft-drugs-and-coffee-shops", "verified_at": "2026-07-11" }, { "country_code": "nl", "country_name": "Netherlands", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "public_use", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Coffeeshops may sell cannabis only under strict conditions — no sales to minors, no advertising, no hard drugs, and no more than 5 grams per transaction — and some municipalities restrict purchases to Dutch residents.", "source_url": "https://www.government.nl/themes/family-health-and-care/drugs/toleration-policy-regarding-soft-drugs-and-coffee-shops", "verified_at": "2026-07-11" }, { "country_code": "no", "country_name": "Norway", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Norway's legal BAC limit is 0.02%, alcohol laws are very strict, and police run frequent mandatory roadside breathalyzer checks.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/norway", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "no", "country_name": "Norway", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Norway bans importing some medications legal by prescription in the US; carry medication in original packaging with a prescription and check the Norwegian Customs website.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Norway.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "no", "country_name": "Norway", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare cash or equivalent of 25,000 Norwegian Kroner or more (not including traveler's checks) when entering or leaving Norway; carrying more without prior approval is an offense.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Norway.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "no", "country_name": "Norway", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on consensual same-sex sexual relations or the organization of events focused on sexual orientation in Norway.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Norway.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "no", "country_name": "Norway", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for drug offenses in Norway — even small amounts of recreational drugs or some prescription medications — include heavy fines and jail.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/norway", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "no", "country_name": "Norway", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "winter_tires", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Winter tires are mandatory on all motor vehicles in Norway from November to April; check the Norwegian Public Roads Administration for seasonal requirements.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Norway.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "no", "country_name": "Norway", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Drone use in Norway is highly regulated; it is forbidden to fly over areas with air traffic, city and town centers, nature conservation areas, prisons, embassies, and military areas, and violators risk fines, arrest, imprisonment, or deportation.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Norway.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "no", "country_name": "Norway", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "knives", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is generally illegal to carry knives or other sharp objects in Norway.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Norway.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "np", "country_name": "Nepal", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare cash over USD 5,000 (or USD 10,000 in notes and travellers cheques combined) and keep the stamped form. Gold jewelry over 50 g (women) / 25 g (men) and silver over 100 g is not allowed; Indian notes larger than 100 rupees are illegal.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/nepal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "np", "country_name": "Nepal", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "antiquities", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Do not carry articles of archaeological or religious significance, wildlife items, or valuable metals through ports of entry without authorization; exporting antiques/cultural artifacts without a government certificate is illegal.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/nepal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "np", "country_name": "Nepal", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on consensual same-sex relations or LGB events in Nepal, but it is a conservative society where discrimination and non-violent harassment occur; discretion and avoiding public displays of affection are advised.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/nepal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "np", "country_name": "Nepal", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Do not bring any firearm or ammunition into Nepal, including imitation firearms or items in jewelry form.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/nepal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "np", "country_name": "Nepal", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "proselytizing", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Religious conversion and proselytizing are illegal in Nepal — a criminal offense — so faith-based travelers including those doing mission work should be aware.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/nepal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "np", "country_name": "Nepal", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Buying, possessing, or consuming cannabis or hashish in Nepal can bring both fines and jail time, despite hash's cultural history there.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/nepal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-02" }, { "country_code": "np", "country_name": "Nepal", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "license_idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "To drive legally in Nepal you need a Nepali licence or a 1968-Convention International Driving Permit with your home licence (the 1949 permit is no longer accepted); traffic drives on the left and police may ask for documents.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/nepal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "np", "country_name": "Nepal", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Drones are strictly regulated throughout Nepal: register the drone with CAAN for a Unique Identification Number, then get flight permission from the Home Ministry and other authorities — registration alone is not authorization to fly.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/nepal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "np", "country_name": "Nepal", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Confirm your medication is legal with the Embassy of Nepal (enforcement of restrictions is irregular) and carry medications in original packaging with your prescription.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/nepal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "np", "country_name": "Nepal", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Driving in Nepal after consuming any amount of alcohol can result in arrest (zero tolerance).", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/nepal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "nz", "country_name": "New Zealand", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "biosecurity_food", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare all goods that are a biosecurity risk, including honey, fresh fruit, seeds, and plants; failing to declare brings an instant fine.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/new-zealand.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "nz", "country_name": "New Zealand", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "biosecurity", "status": "restricted", "summary": "New Zealand strictly enforces biosecurity at the border: declare all risk goods such as honey, fresh fruit, seeds, and plants — ignoring this brings an instant fine.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/new-zealand.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "nz", "country_name": "New Zealand", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using or trafficking illegal drugs in New Zealand are severe.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/new-zealand.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "nz", "country_name": "New Zealand", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "info", "summary": "You must file a Border Cash Report when carrying NZD 10,000 or more in cash or equivalent (including foreign currency, cheques, and travellers' cheques) into or out of New Zealand.", "source_url": "https://www.customs.govt.nz/travel-to-and-from-new-zealand/border-cash-report", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "nz", "country_name": "New Zealand", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Recreational cannabis is illegal in New Zealand — the 2020 legalisation referendum failed, so nothing changed. New Zealand Police put the range at a $500 fine for possession up to a 14 year jail term for supply or manufacture. Medicinal cannabis is legal, but only on a New Zealand prescription.", "source_url": "https://www.police.govt.nz/advice-services/drugs-and-alcohol/cannabis-and-law", "verified_at": "2026-08-13" }, { "country_code": "nz", "country_name": "New Zealand", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "side_and_dui", "status": "restricted", "summary": "All traffic moves on the left in New Zealand, and the blood-alcohol limit is lower than in most US states with common roadside sobriety checks.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/new-zealand.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "dress_ramadan", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Oman has strict dress and behavior codes: cover the tops of arms and legs (below the knee) in public including malls; swimwear is only for tourist beaches/pools; during Ramadan, eating, drinking (even water), or smoking in public during daylight may be illegal.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/oman/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "defamation", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Swearing, making rude gestures (including while driving), and posting obscene or offensive content on social media are criminal offences in Oman.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/oman/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones_sites", "status": "restricted", "summary": "It is illegal to fly drones without a valid licence or in restricted airspace in Oman, photographing some government and military sites is illegal, and you should not photograph people without permission.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/oman/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Same-sex sexual activity is illegal in Oman (jail term of six months to three years), and cross-dressing is also illegal.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Oman.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "import_ban", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to import or use e-cigarettes or vape products in Oman.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/oman/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "import", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Non-Muslim travelers may bring up to 2 litres of duty-free alcohol into Oman; Muslim travelers may not bring alcohol.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Oman.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "vpn_voip", "status": "restricted", "summary": "VPN and VoIP usage is restricted in Oman and could result in penalties.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Oman.html", "verified_at": "2026-06-26" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for importing, trafficking, smuggling, and possessing drugs in Oman are severe — even residual amounts can mean lengthy jail and, in some cases, the death penalty — and the law makes no distinction between 'soft' and 'hard' drugs.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/oman/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "license_dui", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Visitors on a visit visa should hold an International Driving Permit to drive a rental car in Oman (rental companies often require one); drink-driving is a serious offence and any detected alcohol can mean a fine and imprisonment.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/oman/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "public_use", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Alcohol may only be bought and consumed in licensed venues (hotels, restaurants, and bars) in Oman; drinking in public, being drunk in public, and drink-driving are illegal, and you may be arrested for possession of alcohol or driving under the influence.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Oman.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription, buy medicines only from licensed pharmacies, and check the Oman Ministry of Health rules before travel — some narcotics and medications legal elsewhere are controlled or prohibited in Oman.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Oman.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "om", "country_name": "Oman", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare precious metals and local or foreign currency worth OMR 6,000 or more when arriving in or departing Oman (the US State Dept cites a reporting threshold over USD 20,000).", "source_url": "https://www.customs.gov.om/en/traveller-services", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "pa", "country_name": "Panama", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Many drugs are illegal in Panama and penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking are severe.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Panama.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "pa", "country_name": "Panama", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "protests", "status": "restricted", "summary": "It is illegal for foreigners to take part in political demonstrations or protests in Panama.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/panama", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "pa", "country_name": "Panama", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "public_buildings", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to photograph public buildings in Panama; ask an official if unsure, and ask permission before photographing individuals.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/panama", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "pa", "country_name": "Panama", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Using a cell phone while driving and driving while intoxicated or drinking alcohol are illegal in Panama; foreigners may drive on a valid foreign license for 90 days.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Panama.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "pa", "country_name": "Panama", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "customs", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Panamanian customs strictly enforces rules on firearms and ammunition, cultural property, endangered wildlife, narcotics, biological material, and food products; contact the Panamanian Embassy for requirements.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Panama.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "pa", "country_name": "Panama", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "pseudoephedrine_ban", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Medication containing pseudoephedrine is banned in Panama; check all medications before travel and carry a valid prescription for controlled medications.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/panama", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "pa", "country_name": "Panama", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Panama requires declaration of cash amounts of USD 10,000 or more on both entry and exit.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Panama.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "pa", "country_name": "Panama", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Same-sex relationships are legal in Panama but same-sex marriages are not recognized; there is no anti-discrimination law, society is socially conservative, and public displays of affection are best avoided.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/panama", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "pe", "country_name": "Peru", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Peru are severe, with long pre-trial detention and lengthy prison sentences; airports use strict narcotics screening.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Peru.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "pe", "country_name": "Peru", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Amounts over USD 10,000 must be declared on entry and the source proven; the maximum permitted is USD 30,000 (or equivalent) in cash or instruments on entry or exit.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Peru.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "pe", "country_name": "Peru", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "rules", "status": "conditional", "summary": "An international permit is valid up to 1 year (home license ~30 days); night driving outside cities is very hazardous, and after an accident you must not move your vehicle until police arrive.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Peru.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "pe", "country_name": "Peru", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "antiquities", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Peruvian law forbids exporting pre-Columbian objects and protected artifacts; US customs must seize such items, and it is also illegal to remove certain flora/fauna including coca leaves and coca tea.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Peru.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "pe", "country_name": "Peru", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "wildlife", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Avoid products made of wild plants or animals; Peruvian authorities seize protected species (live or as food, leather, handicrafts, garments), and importing them to the US violates the Lacey Act.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Peru.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "pe", "country_name": "Peru", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with a prescription; counterfeit medication is common, so buy only from trusted sources with medical help, and confirm legality before traveling.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Peru.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "pe", "country_name": "Peru", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex sexual relations are legal in Peru with no restrictions on LGBTQ events, but same-sex marriage is not recognized.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Peru.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "pe", "country_name": "Peru", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "ayahuasca", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Ayahuasca and kambo are marketed to tourists as spiritual rituals but are unregulated; travelers have suffered illness, death, robbery, and assault, and ayahuasca contains DMT (illegal in the US and many countries).", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Peru.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "pe", "country_name": "Peru", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "military_sites", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to photograph military or police sites and personnel in Peru; indecent behavior at cultural, historical, or sacred sites is also unlawful.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/peru", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "pe", "country_name": "Peru", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "coca_leaves", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Do not leave Peru with coca leaves, coca tea bags, or similar coca products — taking them out of the country is illegal.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/peru", "verified_at": "2026-07-12" }, { "country_code": "ph", "country_name": "Philippines", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is treated harshly in the Philippines.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Philippines.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "ph", "country_name": "Philippines", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "government_military", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You may be questioned by authorities for photographing certain buildings, especially government buildings or military installations in the Philippines.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Philippines.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "ph", "country_name": "Philippines", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "info", "summary": "Local currency is capped at PHP 50,000 and foreign currency over USD 10,000 (or equivalent) must be declared on entry and exit.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Philippines.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "ph", "country_name": "Philippines", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in its original packaging and confirm with the Philippine Bureau of Customs that it is legal before bringing it in.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Philippines.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "ph", "country_name": "Philippines", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Medical marijuana is illegal in the Philippines even with a foreign prescription, and bringing marijuana or cannabis products (including vape cartridges) can be charged as drug trafficking.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Philippines.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "ph", "country_name": "Philippines", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Same-sex relationships are not illegal but lack legal recognition, and no national law bars discrimination, though some cities have protective ordinances.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Philippines.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "ph", "country_name": "Philippines", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using or trafficking illegal drugs in the Philippines are strictly enforced.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Philippines.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-14" }, { "country_code": "pk", "country_name": "Pakistan", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "drones_gps", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Drone use in Pakistan is restricted and drones may be confiscated by customs officials on arrival; GPS devices with tracking capabilities are not permitted in the country at all.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/pakistan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "pk", "country_name": "Pakistan", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "There is no cap on cash entering Pakistan; on exit adults (18+) may take a maximum of USD 5,000 per trip (USD 30,000/year) and minors (under 18) USD 2,500 per trip (USD 15,000/year).", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/pakistan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "pk", "country_name": "Pakistan", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "blasphemy", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Insulting or disrespecting religion (blasphemy) is illegal in Pakistan, applies to public and private comments including social media, and can bring severe penalties including death plus public-violence risk; travelers have also been detained for posts critical of the government or military.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/pakistan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "pk", "country_name": "Pakistan", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "pseudoephedrine", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription; many common US medications are unavailable in Pakistan, and pseudoephedrine is strictly controlled and may be confiscated at the border.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/pakistan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "pk", "country_name": "Pakistan", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Pakistani law prohibits same-sex sexual conduct; conviction carries a fine and imprisonment from 2 years to life, with no anti-discrimination protections.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/pakistan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "pk", "country_name": "Pakistan", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Bringing alcohol into Pakistan is illegal for residents, visitors, and tourists; even with approval, import is only permitted in limited situations, and travelers entering with alcohol face severe penalties.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/pakistan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "pk", "country_name": "Pakistan", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Pakistan are severe, potentially including long prison sentences, heavy fines, and capital punishment.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/pakistan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "pk", "country_name": "Pakistan", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "military", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Photographing military buildings, cantonments and nuclear sites is illegal in Pakistan; also avoid airports, bridges, dams, other infrastructure and photos from aircraft — foreigners have been arrested on suspicion of spying. The law is vague and inconsistently applied.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/pakistan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "pk", "country_name": "Pakistan", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "license_dui", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Driving in Pakistan requires your home licence plus a 1968-Convention International Driving Permit (get it before you travel); traffic drives on the left, and DUI can mean jail time and harsh penalties.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/pakistan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "pk", "country_name": "Pakistan", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "internet_sim", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Pakistan has disabled cellular and internet service during security incidents; tourists cannot buy a SIM at Islamabad airport (registration requires an in-person provider store visit), and tracking GPS devices are not permitted.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/pakistan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "pl", "country_name": "Poland", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Poland are severe, including mandatory prison sentences.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Poland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "pl", "country_name": "Poland", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Polish law broadly prohibits possessing, carrying, transporting, or importing arms or ammunition — including firearm parts — without permits; the definition of 'arms' is broad.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Poland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "pl", "country_name": "Poland", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with a prescription; check legality with Poland's Ministry of Health, and for narcotic/psychotropic medicines consult the Chief Pharmaceutical Inspectorate.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Poland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "pl", "country_name": "Poland", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "public_drinking", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Drinking alcohol in public places — including parks and picnic areas — is illegal in Poland, as is being drunk in public.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/poland", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "pl", "country_name": "Poland", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare cash or equivalent of EUR 10,000 or more when entering or leaving Poland across an EU external border; no declaration is needed when traveling between EU countries.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Poland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "pl", "country_name": "Poland", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You need a valid US license plus an International Driving Permit to drive in Poland; you cannot obtain an IDP in Poland, so get one before you leave.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Poland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "pl", "country_name": "Poland", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex sexual conduct is legal in Poland but same-sex marriages and civil partnerships are not recognized; social acceptance is lower than in Western Europe and openly LGBTQ travelers may face harassment.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Poland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "pl", "country_name": "Poland", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "restricted_buildings", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Taking pictures of Polish military buildings or other national-security or restricted sites is illegal; watch for no-photo signs and ask local authorities if unsure.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Poland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "pl", "country_name": "Poland", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Poland enforces zero tolerance for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (legal BAC 0.02%); DUI or accidents caused by impaired drivers can bring prison sentences of two to twelve years.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Poland.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-18" }, { "country_code": "pt", "country_name": "Portugal", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "public_use", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Public drinking is governed by local rules in Portugal — Albufeira's code of conduct bans inappropriate public behaviour with on-the-spot fines of 150 to 1,800 euros, and shop and supermarket alcohol sales are restricted in parts of Albufeira between 11pm and 8am.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/portugal/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "pt", "country_name": "Portugal", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Entering or leaving Portugal / the EU with EUR 10,000 or more in cash or equivalent requires a customs declaration on both entry and exit.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Portugal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "pt", "country_name": "Portugal", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Illegal drugs remain prohibited in Portugal: personal-use possession is handled with administrative sanctions or mandatory treatment rather than automatic jail, but penalties for possession, use, or trafficking can be severe.", "source_url": "https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/portugal", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "pt", "country_name": "Portugal", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Portugal's drink-drive limit is 0.5 g/L (0.05%) for standard drivers and 0.2 g/L for novice and professional drivers; a reflective vest and warning triangle are mandatory in the car.", "source_url": "https://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/travel/driving-abroad/road-rules-and-safety/portugal/index_en.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "pt", "country_name": "Portugal", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your doctor's prescription and confirm it is legal in Portugal — and never mail prescription medicine there: Portuguese law prohibits mailing prescription meds, which customs will impound.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Portugal.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-17" }, { "country_code": "pt", "country_name": "Portugal", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Bringing cannabis into Portugal is treated like smuggling illegal drugs — expect a long jail sentence and heavy fines, including when transiting through the airport; transit passengers' baggage is scanned.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/portugal/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "qa", "country_name": "Qatar", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "dress_code", "status": "restricted", "summary": "In deference to local culture, avoid revealing clothing such as sleeveless shirts, halter-tops, or shorts in public; obscene language, gestures, or insulting comments often result in arrest, imprisonment, or fines.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Qatar.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "qa", "country_name": "Qatar", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Most drugs illegal in the U.S. are illegal in Qatar — including marijuana/THC, CBD products, and vape products — and importing drugs of any kind is prohibited.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Qatar.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "qa", "country_name": "Qatar", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "public_intoxication", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Alcohol-related offenses including public intoxication can lead to arrest, heavy fines, imprisonment, or deportation, and importing alcohol above the duty-free allowance is prohibited.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Qatar.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "qa", "country_name": "Qatar", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Qatar enforces a zero-tolerance policy on drinking and driving and has arrested travelers for blood-alcohol levels lower than the U.S. legal limit.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Qatar.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "qa", "country_name": "Qatar", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Same-sex sexual relations between men are illegal in Qatar even if consensual; there is no law criminalizing relations between women, though cultural norms are conservative. Selling or distributing rainbow-colored merchandise is prohibited.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Qatar.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "qa", "country_name": "Qatar", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "people", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Photographing local people in Qatar, particularly women, without their permission is illegal; journalists, vloggers, and content creators need specific visas and permissions to use photography or videography equipment, and there is no legal guarantee of press freedom.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Qatar.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "qa", "country_name": "Qatar", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "religious_materials", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Religious materials may be imported for personal use, but bringing them in for proselytizing is prohibited.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/qatar.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "qa", "country_name": "Qatar", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Qatar customs prohibit importing drones and professional photography equipment including telescopic lenses; operating a drone without prior approval may result in arrest.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/qatar.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "qa", "country_name": "Qatar", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Vape products (e-cigarettes) are treated as illegal in Qatar alongside marijuana and CBD, so do not bring them into the country.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Qatar.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "qa", "country_name": "Qatar", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Importing weapons and weapons-related articles (including handcuffs and laser pointers), ammunition, and explosives into Qatar is prohibited under customs law.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Qatar.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "qa", "country_name": "Qatar", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Travelers must declare cash, precious jewelry, or negotiable monetary instruments worth 50,000 Qatari riyals (about US$13,700) or more to Qatari customs on entry or exit.", "source_url": "https://www.customs.gov.qa/English/Procedures/UnifiedGuide/Pages/Declarations.aspx", "verified_at": "2026-07-07" }, { "country_code": "ro", "country_name": "Romania", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare cash or cheques of EUR 10,000 or more between Romania and non-EU countries; no declaration is needed to/from another EU country.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/romania", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "ro", "country_name": "Romania", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "meat_milk", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "You cannot bring meat, milk, or products containing them into Romania (or other EU states); limited exceptions apply for powdered baby milk, baby food, and medically-required special foods.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/romania", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "ro", "country_name": "Romania", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Same-sex relationships are legal in Romania but not widely accepted; most LGBTQ+ people are not open, and visitors are advised to avoid public displays of affection.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/romania", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "ro", "country_name": "Romania", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "vignette", "status": "conditional", "summary": "A road-toll vignette ('Rovinieta') is required to use national roads in Romania; buy it online, at petrol stations, or at border points.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/romania", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "ro", "country_name": "Romania", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "restricted_sites", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Most airports and military bases in Romania post signs banning photography; if you are not sure whether photography is allowed, ask permission first.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/romania", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "ro", "country_name": "Romania", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Some medications legal at home are controlled in Romania even if prescribed; check legality, carry enough for your trip, and bring your prescription and a doctor's letter.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/romania", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "ro", "country_name": "Romania", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "street_money_exchange", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to change money on the street in Romania; exchange only at banks, large hotels, or official bureaux.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/romania", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "ro", "country_name": "Romania", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to bring marijuana, cannabis, or CBD products or derivatives into Romania; you may be arrested and detained for long periods.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Romania.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "ro", "country_name": "Romania", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Romania drink-driving BAC limit is 0.0 — any detected alcohol can bring a fine and possible imprisonment, and refusing a breathalyser after an accident is itself a criminal offence.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Romania.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "ro", "country_name": "Romania", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "You need both a valid driver's licence and an International Driving Permit to drive in Romania; driving without an IDP could void your insurance.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Romania.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-23" }, { "country_code": "sa", "country_name": "Saudi Arabia", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "dress_code", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Saudi Arabia's public-decency law covers clothing; women should cover shoulders and knees and men should wear shirts, with loose-fitting clothing recommended for all. Police or guards may comment on attire.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SaudiArabia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "sa", "country_name": "Saudi Arabia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Consensual same-sex sexual relations are illegal in Saudi Arabia; you may be punished for engaging in, discussing, or supporting them, including on social media even if posted before travel, and same-sex dating apps may draw scrutiny.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SaudiArabia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "sa", "country_name": "Saudi Arabia", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "restrictions", "status": "restricted", "summary": "In Saudi Arabia it is illegal to photograph government/military buildings, embassies, police or security personnel, and women in public.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SaudiArabia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "sa", "country_name": "Saudi Arabia", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "prior_use_testing", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Saudi authorities may blood-test arriving travelers for drugs and can detain you even for drug use that happened before you entered the country.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SaudiArabia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-11" }, { "country_code": "sa", "country_name": "Saudi Arabia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare cash, gold, precious metals, jewelry, or negotiable financial instruments worth 40,000 Saudi riyals (about USD $10,600) or more when entering or leaving Saudi Arabia — the threshold was lowered from 60,000 riyals.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SaudiArabia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-11" }, { "country_code": "sa", "country_name": "Saudi Arabia", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "ban", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Alcohol is completely illegal in Saudi Arabia — importing, making, possessing, or drinking it is a serious crime that customs enforces strictly on all visitors.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SaudiArabia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-11" }, { "country_code": "sa", "country_name": "Saudi Arabia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "rules", "status": "conditional", "summary": "With a valid tourist visa and US or international license, visitors may drive a rental car for the duration of their visa; women may legally drive, and traffic fines must be paid before leaving the country.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SaudiArabia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "sa", "country_name": "Saudi Arabia", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "pre_approval", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Many common prescription medications require prior approval before you bring them into or out of Saudi Arabia — register listed drugs on the SFDA Controlled Drug System (CDS), which can take several weeks.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SaudiArabia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-11" }, { "country_code": "sa", "country_name": "Saudi Arabia", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "prohibited_items", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Pork, alcohol, drugs, weapons, ammunition, hidden cameras, pornography, and non-Islamic religious items are prohibited imports and strictly enforced; even playing cards or poker chips have caused entry trouble.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SaudiArabia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-11" }, { "country_code": "sa", "country_name": "Saudi Arabia", "category": "connectivity", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Drones are generally illegal in Saudi Arabia; check the General Authority for Civil Aviation for restrictions and import/use options.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SaudiArabia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "sa", "country_name": "Saudi Arabia", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Marijuana, cannabis, and CBD products are illegal in Saudi Arabia even if prescribed abroad or ordered online by mail; buying or selling drugs can carry the death penalty.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SaudiArabia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-11" }, { "country_code": "se", "country_name": "Sweden", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Marijuana in all forms, including CBD products, is illegal to bring into or possess in Sweden; law enforcement has zero tolerance.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Sweden.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "se", "country_name": "Sweden", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "winter_tires", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Winter tires are mandatory in Sweden between December 1 and March 31; be prepared to drive on ice and snow.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Sweden.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "se", "country_name": "Sweden", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with a prescription (up to a 3-month supply) and verify legality with Sweden's Medical Products Agency; shipping drugs to Sweden is prohibited.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/sweden", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "se", "country_name": "Sweden", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGB events in Sweden.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Sweden.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "se", "country_name": "Sweden", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare EUR 10,000 or more (or equivalent) when traveling between Sweden and any non-EU country; no declaration needed between EU countries.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/sweden", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "se", "country_name": "Sweden", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Swedish law enforcement has zero tolerance for all illegal drugs; penalties for possession, use, or trafficking are strict.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Sweden.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "se", "country_name": "Sweden", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Sweden's legal BAC limit is 0.02% — far lower than many countries — and driving on alcohol or drugs (including prescriptions) is a serious offense; roadside tests are frequent.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Sweden.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "sg", "country_name": "Singapore", "category": "tobacco", "subcategory": "cigarettes", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Singapore gives no duty-free allowance for cigarettes or tobacco — you must declare every cigarette you bring in at the Red Channel and pay duty and GST.", "source_url": "https://www.customs.gov.sg/at-customs/arriving-in-singapore/duty-free-concession-gst-relief/", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "sg", "country_name": "Singapore", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "Singapore repealed Section 377A (which criminalized sex between men), in force since 3 Jan 2023; same-sex marriage is not recognized.", "source_url": "https://sso.agc.gov.sg/Acts-Supp/39-2022/Published/20230103?DocDate=20230103", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "sg", "country_name": "Singapore", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "E-cigarettes and vapes are banned — possessing, using, buying, or bringing them in is illegal.", "source_url": "https://www.hsa.gov.sg/tobacco-regulation/vaping-enforcement/", "verified_at": "2026-07-16" }, { "country_code": "sg", "country_name": "Singapore", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "banned_publications", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Singapore bans all written materials published by the Jehovah's Witnesses (Watchtower / International Bible Students Association) and the Unification Church; possessing them is an offence.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Singapore.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "sg", "country_name": "Singapore", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "chewing_gum", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Importing chewing gum into Singapore is prohibited (only HSA-approved therapeutic/dental gum is exempt); bringing prohibited goods in is an offence.", "source_url": "https://www.customs.gov.sg/at-customs/arriving-in-singapore/prohibited-controlled-goods/", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "sg", "country_name": "Singapore", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "trafficking", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Drug-related charges in Singapore carry severe penalties, including the death penalty or caning, and permanent residents of Singapore can be arrested and convicted even for drugs consumed outside Singapore.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/singapore.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-26" }, { "country_code": "sg", "country_name": "Singapore", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cannabis is illegal in Singapore and the penalties are among the harshest in the world. Cannabis, hemp, CBD and cannabis edibles are all Class A controlled drugs under the Misuse of Drugs Act — even trace amounts count. Consumption alone carries a minimum of 1 year in prison, and trafficking more than 500 g can carry the death penalty.", "source_url": "https://www.cnb.gov.sg/singapore-drug-situation/myths-and-facts-about-drugs/cannabis/singapore-s-anti-drug-laws-on-cannabis/", "verified_at": "2026-08-13" }, { "country_code": "si", "country_name": "Slovenia", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "The legal BAC limit for drivers is 0.05%, dropping to 0.00% for drivers under 21, those with under 2 years' experience, and truck/bus drivers; police test all drivers in accidents.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovenia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "si", "country_name": "Slovenia", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_import", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Slovenia strictly regulates the import, export, and use of firearms; contact the Slovenian Embassy well in advance if traveling with one.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovenia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "si", "country_name": "Slovenia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex marriage is legal in Slovenia and LGB people are protected by anti-discrimination laws, with no impediments to organizing LGB events.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovenia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "si", "country_name": "Slovenia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "A valid licence plus an International Driving Permit is required to drive in Slovenia; some hire agencies require an IDP, and a Slovenian licence is required after one year.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovenia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "si", "country_name": "Slovenia", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cannabis is illegal in Slovenia; possessing even small amounts can lead to prison sentences.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/slovenia", "verified_at": "2026-07-02" }, { "country_code": "si", "country_name": "Slovenia", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "id_carry", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Foreigners must carry official ID (passport or residence card) at all times in Slovenia and may be asked to produce it by police.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovenia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "si", "country_name": "Slovenia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Cash worth EUR 10,000 or more must be declared in writing when you enter or leave the EU through Slovenia — and when crossing Slovenia's border with another EU country you must declare it if customs or the police ask.", "source_url": "https://www.fu.gov.si/en/life_events_individuals/travelling_with_cash/", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "si", "country_name": "Slovenia", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription and a doctor's letter; Slovenia also requires a prescription for some medicines sold over the counter in the U.S., such as ibuprofen above 200 mg.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovenia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "si", "country_name": "Slovenia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "vignette", "status": "restricted", "summary": "A highway vignette (e-vinjeta) is required for all cars and motorcycles on Slovenian highways; buy it online from the official DARS e-vinjeta site or at most major petrol stations, including before you cross the border.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovenia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "si", "country_name": "Slovenia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "winter_tyres", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Between 15 November and 15 March all cars must have winter or appropriate all-season tyres; police may require snow chains in heavy snow.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovenia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Same-sex relationships are legal in Slovakia but not recognised as unions (a 2014 amendment bans same-sex marriage); discrimination and verbal abuse have been reported, and a 2022 hate-motivated shooting targeted an LGBTQ+ venue.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovakia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "vignette", "status": "conditional", "summary": "An electronic vignette is required to drive on Slovak motorways and certain highways; buy it online, at petrol stations, post offices, or border stations.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovakia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "id_carry", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Anyone over 16 in Slovakia must carry a passport or Slovak ID at all times (a photocopy is not sufficient); authorities can request it at any time.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovakia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Slovakia accepts a foreign photocard driving licence for short visits — the UK FCDO states a photocard licence is valid for up to 6 months — and you must exchange it for a Slovak licence if you stay longer.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/slovakia/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare EUR 10,000 or more in cash when entering or leaving the EU through Slovakia; the threshold applies to each traveller individually, and there is no EU-wide rule for cash carried between EU countries.", "source_url": "https://taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu/customs/prohibitions-restrictions/eu-cash-controls_en", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Slovakia does not allow importing medication without a valid prescription and only in the amount needed for the trip; a Ministry of Health permit is required to import medication by mail, even for personal use.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovakia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Driving after any alcohol is illegal in Slovakia — the legal BAC is 0.00% (zero tolerance) — and police run frequent random breath tests.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovakia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "public_drinking", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Drinking alcohol in the street is illegal in Bratislava's Old Town, and most Slovak cities ban public drinking except in designated areas, events, and registered cafes/bars.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovakia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "winter_tyres", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Slovak law requires winter tyres in snowy conditions, and chains may be needed in certain mountainous areas; heavy snow is common November–March in the northern mountains.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovakia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "military", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to photograph security or military installations in Slovakia; authorities may confiscate images, fine or reprimand you, or expel you.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovakia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Importing guns, ammunition, or even spent shell casings into Slovakia without prior authorization is illegal; a weapons consignment note from a Slovak Embassy is required first.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovakia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "sk", "country_name": "Slovakia", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Importing marijuana, cannabis, or CBD products into Slovakia is illegal; CBD with THC 0.2% or less is legal only for topical use, not consumption.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Slovakia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-28" }, { "country_code": "th", "country_name": "Thailand", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Illegal drugs carry severe penalties in Thailand — possession, use, or trafficking can mean long prison terms, heavy fines, or even execution, and some U.S. prescription medications are also illegal here.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Thailand.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "th", "country_name": "Thailand", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medicine in its original packaging with your doctor's prescription (about a 30-day personal supply), and check with the Thai FDA and Customs first because some U.S. medications are illegal in Thailand.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Thailand.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "th", "country_name": "Thailand", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no known legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or LGB events in Thailand.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Thailand.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "th", "country_name": "Thailand", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Bringing cannabis (including buds) or CBD into Thailand without a permit is illegal no matter where you bought it; effective 17 June 2026 cannabis imports are a customs offense punishable by up to 10 years in prison, a fine up to 500,000 baht, or both.", "source_url": "https://th.usembassy.gov/alert-u-s-embassy-july-8-2026-thailand-customs-policy-update/", "verified_at": "2026-07-15" }, { "country_code": "th", "country_name": "Thailand", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "info", "summary": "Foreign currency (notes and coins) exceeding USD 20,000 or its equivalent must be declared to Customs when entering or leaving Thailand.", "source_url": "https://london.thaiembassy.org/en/publicservice/84708-bringing-currency-in-and-out-of-thailand", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "th", "country_name": "Thailand", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "lese_majeste", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Making a critical or defamatory comment about the Thai royal family is a serious crime — even defacing bank notes, which carry the King's image, can qualify as lèse-majesté.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Thailand.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "th", "country_name": "Thailand", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "status", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Since 26 June 2025 cannabis in Thailand is restricted to medical use only — it can be obtained solely with a prescription from a licensed medical professional (30-day supply maximum), and recreational shop, online and vending-machine sales, plus all cannabis advertising, are banned.", "source_url": "https://thailand.prd.go.th/en/content/category/detail/id/2078/iid/401785", "verified_at": "2026-07-04" }, { "country_code": "th", "country_name": "Thailand", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "E-cigarettes and all vaping devices, e-liquids and accessories are illegal in Thailand and must not be brought in or used, by foreigners or Thais.", "source_url": "https://london.thaiembassy.org/en/publicservice/86207-prohibition-of-e-cigarettes", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "th", "country_name": "Thailand", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "side_and_dui", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Traffic moves on the left in Thailand, and driving under the influence is punishable by law.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Thailand.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "tn", "country_name": "Tunisia", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare cash over TND 10,000 (~USD 3,000) on arrival, and declare above TND 5,000 if you want to take it out. Importing or exporting Tunisian dinars is banned (max TND 3,000 re-exchanged with the bank receipt). Amounts over the limits are frequently confiscated at the airport even if declared.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Tunisia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "tn", "country_name": "Tunisia", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "firearms_import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is generally illegal to bring firearms into Tunisia other than a hunting weapon (which needs special authorization), and bringing ammunition (even used shells) without authorization is illegal; US carry permits are not valid.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Tunisia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "tn", "country_name": "Tunisia", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Consensual same-sex sexual activity is criminalised in Tunisia under Article 230 of the Penal Code, carrying up to three years in prison. LGBT+ travellers have also been targeted by criminals, and reporting an incident to police can carry prosecution risk.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Tunisia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "tn", "country_name": "Tunisia", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "drone_ban", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Importing any drone into Tunisia, including small civilian or touristic models, is strictly prohibited without prior government authorisation; drones detected at the border are confiscated and held until your departure.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Tunisia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "tn", "country_name": "Tunisia", "category": "alcohol", "subcategory": "rules", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Alcohol is sold in Tunisia but banned from supermarkets on Fridays (still available in hotels and bars); during Ramadan sale is banned and consumption is limited to fewer venues, though resort rules differ. Drink-driving is a serious offence with a strict limit.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tunisia/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "tn", "country_name": "Tunisia", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "idp_dui", "status": "conditional", "summary": "A 1968 International Driving Permit plus your home licence lets you drive in Tunisia for up to one year (get the permit before you travel); you must also carry a green card proving insurance. Drink-driving brings a fine and a prison sentence.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tunisia/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "tn", "country_name": "Tunisia", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medication in original packaging with your prescription and confirm legality with Tunisia's Ministry of Public Health; Tunisia has severe medication shortages, so bring enough for the whole trip.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Tunisia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "tn", "country_name": "Tunisia", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Tunisia are severe — convicted offenders can expect heavy fines and long jail sentences. It is illegal to bring any controlled or prohibited substance into Tunisia.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Tunisia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "tn", "country_name": "Tunisia", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "restricted", "status": "restricted", "summary": "It is against Tunisian law to photograph police, military, and government buildings — or to take photos near them; doing so can result in being taken in for questioning.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Tunisia.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-27" }, { "country_code": "tr", "country_name": "Turkey", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Turkish law enforcement is very aggressive in combating illegal drugs — penalties for possession, use, or trafficking are very strict, including heavy fines and jail sentences between four and 20 years.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Turkey.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "tr", "country_name": "Turkey", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cannabis in any amount is an illegal drug in Türkiye — expect a long prison sentence of 4 to 24 years and heavy fines for possessing, using, or smuggling it, including when transiting through airports.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/turkey/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "tr", "country_name": "Turkey", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "insulting_the_state", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to disrespect the name or image of Atatürk, or to insult the Turkish government, flag, President, or security forces — including on social media. Delete controversial content from devices before entry.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Turkey.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-15" }, { "country_code": "tr", "country_name": "Turkey", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "antiquities", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Turkey defines 'antiquities' broadly and makes it a crime to remove any from the country; buy only from authorized dealers and keep museum certificates, or risk arrest at departure.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/turkey.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-15" }, { "country_code": "tr", "country_name": "Turkey", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "antiquities", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Türkiye has strict antiquities laws — it is a crime to take antiquities (old cultural or historic items) out of the country; buy only from authorized dealers and keep a museum certificate and receipt.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/turkey.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-15" }, { "country_code": "tr", "country_name": "Turkey", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "public_safety", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Same-sex relations are not criminalized, but LGB individuals are not protected by anti-discrimination laws and authorities have used 'offenses against public morality' provisions against them.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Turkey.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "tr", "country_name": "Turkey", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "restricted", "summary": "If traveling with prescription medication, check with the Government of Türkiye that it is legal before you go — always carry it in original packaging with your doctor's prescription, and bring enough for your whole trip, since some medications are unavailable in Türkiye.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Turkey.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "tr", "country_name": "Turkey", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "government_military", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Do not photograph or video Turkish military operations or enter military installations; Mount Ararat is a special military zone requiring advance permission.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Turkey.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "tr", "country_name": "Turkey", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Türkiye limits cash entry and exit to 25,000 Turkish lira, or 10,000 euros (or foreign-currency equivalent).", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/turkey.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-15" }, { "country_code": "tw", "country_name": "Taiwan", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare cash over NTD 100,000, foreign currency over USD 10,000, or RMB over 20,000 on both arrival and departure from Taiwan.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Taiwan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "tw", "country_name": "Taiwan", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Penalties for illegal drug possession, use, or trafficking in Taiwan are severe — including the death penalty for certain offenses — and even some prescription drugs can bring heavy fines and long jail sentences.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Taiwan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "tw", "country_name": "Taiwan", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Taiwan legalized same-sex marriage in 2019 and recognizes foreign same-sex marriages; the law bars education and employment discrimination based on sexual orientation, though tolerance is lower outside Taipei.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Taiwan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "tw", "country_name": "Taiwan", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Confirm your medication is legal with Taiwan's Ministry of Health and Welfare before travel — some prescription medications are illegal and can bring jail or fines — and check Taiwan Customs limits.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/taiwan", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "tw", "country_name": "Taiwan", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "license_idp", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Obtain an International Driving Permit before arriving in Taiwan; you may drive up to 30 days with an IDP and home license. Right turns on red are not permitted unless indicated.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/taiwan", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "tw", "country_name": "Taiwan", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Taiwan's legal BAC limit is 0.03% (15 mg/100 ml), strictly enforced, with alcohol tests standard at accident scenes.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Taiwan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "tw", "country_name": "Taiwan", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "controlled", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Taiwan strictly regulates importing/exporting firearms, antiquities, medications, currency, and ivory; contact TECRO for specific customs requirements.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Taiwan.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-24" }, { "country_code": "tw", "country_name": "Taiwan", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Passengers may not bring e-cigarettes or e-liquids into Taiwan — importing them is banned under the Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act, with no personal-use exemption.", "source_url": "https://web.customs.gov.tw/en/singlehtml/3457?cntId=cus16_175758_3457", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" }, { "country_code": "tz", "country_name": "Tanzania", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "wildlife", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to import or export any animal or animal part without export certification from the Tanzanian government.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Tanzania.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "tz", "country_name": "Tanzania", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "restricted", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Photographing military installations is forbidden in Tanzania, and people have been detained or had cameras confiscated for photographing hospitals, schools, bridges, industrial sites and airports.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Tanzania.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "tz", "country_name": "Tanzania", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "dress_code", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Dress modestly throughout Tanzania — women wearing shorts or sleeveless tops away from tourist resorts in Zanzibar and Pemba, particularly Stone Town, may cause offence, and Zanzibari authorities can fine you.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tanzania/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "tz", "country_name": "Tanzania", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "side_of_road", "status": "info", "summary": "You can drive in Tanzania on your home licence for up to 6 months — beyond that you need an International Driving Permit — and driving in Zanzibar additionally requires a local Zanzibar driving permit.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tanzania/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "tz", "country_name": "Tanzania", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "plastic_bag_ban", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Single-use plastic bags are banned in Tanzania, including in your luggage — if you arrive by air you will be asked to hand them over on arrival.", "source_url": "https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/africa/tanzania", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "tz", "country_name": "Tanzania", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Consensual same-sex sexual relations are a criminal offense in Tanzania, including on Zanzibar, and those convicted may be sentenced to up to 30 years in prison.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Tanzania.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "tz", "country_name": "Tanzania", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Declare international currency worth more than USD 10,000 on both entry to and exit from Tanzania; non-resident visitors may not import or export Tanzanian Shillings.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Tanzania.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "tz", "country_name": "Tanzania", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Tanzania has strict drug laws — severe penalties including lengthy prison sentences apply to both supplying and simple possession of any drug, including when transiting through the airport.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tanzania/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-29" }, { "country_code": "tz", "country_name": "Tanzania", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cannabis is illegal in Tanzania and is specifically named as a substance airports scan for; penalties for possession or supply are severe, including lengthy prison sentences.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tanzania/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-02" }, { "country_code": "uy", "country_name": "Uruguay", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "tourist_purchase", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Uruguay's legal cannabis system is restricted to citizens and permanent residents only; tourists may not legally purchase or consume marijuana and risk arrest and prosecution.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Uruguay.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-02" }, { "country_code": "uy", "country_name": "Uruguay", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "info", "summary": "There is no restriction on the types of medication you may bring into Uruguay for personal use, but carry it in its original packaging with your doctor's prescription and bring enough for your whole stay.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Uruguay.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "uy", "country_name": "Uruguay", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You may carry up to USD 10,000 in or out of Uruguay without declaring it; any greater amount must be declared to Uruguay's customs authorities.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Uruguay.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "uy", "country_name": "Uruguay", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "bac_limit", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Uruguay enforces a zero blood-alcohol limit: if you are tested and found to have any alcohol in your system you can be fined, have your licence suspended or face imprisonment.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/uruguay/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "uy", "country_name": "Uruguay", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "restricted_items", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Uruguayan customs strictly regulate bringing in precious jewels, gold, firearms, pornography, flammable articles, acids, prohibited drugs, plants, seeds, foodstuffs, antiquities and business equipment, though tourists may import personal effects duty-free.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Uruguay.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "uy", "country_name": "Uruguay", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex marriage and civil unions are legal in Uruguay, anti-discrimination laws apply, and hostility or discrimination towards LGBT+ visitors is rare.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/uruguay/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "uy", "country_name": "Uruguay", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "rules", "status": "conditional", "summary": "A foreign photocard driving licence is valid in Uruguay for your first 90 days (after that you must get a Uruguayan licence), and the law requires seat belts front and back, a first aid kit in the car, and dipped headlights during the day.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/uruguay/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-07-30" }, { "country_code": "ve", "country_name": "Venezuela", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Cash of US$10,000 or more (or the equivalent) must be declared when entering or leaving Venezuela. The bolívar is the official currency and US dollars are widely accepted, but black-market currency exchange is banned under Venezuela's foreign-exchange controls — using it can lead to detention and criminal penalties.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Venezuela.html", "verified_at": "2026-08-11" }, { "country_code": "ve", "country_name": "Venezuela", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Illegal drugs are strictly prohibited and drug offences are treated very seriously. Do not carry narcotics or controlled substances — or anything that could be mistaken for illegal drugs — and never accept packages from others. Detection methods are sophisticated; trafficking convictions bring long prison terms (the UK FCDO cites 8 to 15 years), and Venezuelan prisons are among the harshest in the region.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Venezuela.html", "verified_at": "2026-08-11" }, { "country_code": "ve", "country_name": "Venezuela", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "possession", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Cannabis (marijuana) is illegal in Venezuela — there is no recreational or medical exception. It is treated as an illegal drug under the country's strict drug laws: possession and especially trafficking are serious crimes, with long prison sentences (the UK FCDO cites 8 to 15 years for trafficking) and notoriously harsh prison conditions. Do not carry any amount, including for personal use.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/venezuela/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-08-11" }, { "country_code": "ve", "country_name": "Venezuela", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of your doctor's prescription. Medicines that contain controlled substances may face additional entry requirements — check with Venezuela's customs authority (SENIAT) before travelling. Many medicines are unavailable locally and counterfeit medication is common, so bring enough for your whole trip.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Venezuela.html", "verified_at": "2026-08-11" }, { "country_code": "ve", "country_name": "Venezuela", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "legal_status", "status": "info", "summary": "Same-sex relationships are not illegal in Venezuela, but public displays of affection are frowned upon and can draw negative attention from police and security forces. The law does not recognise same-sex partnerships, so same-sex partners have no next-of-kin rights.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/venezuela/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-08-11" }, { "country_code": "ve", "country_name": "Venezuela", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "government_military", "status": "restricted", "summary": "It is illegal to photograph sensitive sites — including military bases and airports, government buildings, and the presidential palace (Miraflores). Avoid plane spotting. Taking such pictures can lead to arrest.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Venezuela.html", "verified_at": "2026-08-11" }, { "country_code": "ve", "country_name": "Venezuela", "category": "weapons", "subcategory": "import", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "It is illegal to bring firearms or ammunition into Venezuela — they are prohibited items. Check your luggage carefully before you pack to make sure it is completely clear of guns or bullets.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Venezuela.html", "verified_at": "2026-08-11" }, { "country_code": "ve", "country_name": "Venezuela", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "dui", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal (though common in practice). Expect frequent police and National Guard checkpoints — drive slowly and stop if asked; some officials solicit bribes. After a crash you must stay at the scene until traffic police arrive, and police can seize your vehicle if you cannot show insurance, your licence and your passport.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/venezuela/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-08-11" }, { "country_code": "ve", "country_name": "Venezuela", "category": "public_conduct", "subcategory": "id_carry", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Always carry photo ID — a copy of your passport photo page and entry stamp is acceptable. Security forces can ask for ID at any time, especially at the country's frequent checkpoints. If you cannot produce it, you could be arrested and detained pending investigation.", "source_url": "https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/venezuela/safety-and-security", "verified_at": "2026-08-11" }, { "country_code": "ve", "country_name": "Venezuela", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "drones", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Civilian drone use is heavily restricted and tightly controlled, especially for foreigners. Assume that flying a drone without prior authorization is illegal or will be treated as a serious security concern.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Venezuela.html", "verified_at": "2026-08-11" }, { "country_code": "vn", "country_name": "Vietnam", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "prohibited_export", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Vietnamese law prohibits the export of antiques, and Customs may seize items without compensation, with the definition of 'antique' applied arbitrarily.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Vietnam.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "vn", "country_name": "Vietnam", "category": "photography", "subcategory": "government_military", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Photographing near military bases or anything perceived as of military/security interest in Vietnam may bring questioning, fines, or delayed travel.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/vietnam.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "vn", "country_name": "Vietnam", "category": "imports", "subcategory": "antiquities", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Vietnamese law prohibits exporting antiques; rules are vague and unevenly enforced, and customs may seize items they deem antique without compensation.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/vietnam.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "vn", "country_name": "Vietnam", "category": "vaping", "subcategory": "use", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Vietnam bans e-cigarettes and heated tobacco — production, trade, import and use — nationwide since 2025; using one now carries a VND 3–5 million fine.", "source_url": "https://en.baochinhphu.vn/e-cigarette-smokers-shall-be-fined-up-to-vnd5-million-111260102154100822.htm", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "vn", "country_name": "Vietnam", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "Entering or leaving Vietnam you must declare to border customs if you carry more than US$5,000 (or equivalent foreign currency) or more than VND 15,000,000 in cash.", "source_url": "https://www.vietnamtradeportal.gov.vn/index.php?r=site%2Fdisplay&id=663", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "vn", "country_name": "Vietnam", "category": "drugs", "subcategory": "recreational", "status": "prohibited", "summary": "Vietnam punishes drug possession, use, and trafficking severely — up to the death penalty — and police raid nightspots to drug-test everyone present, filing charges on a positive test even if you used the drug before arriving.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Vietnam.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-03" }, { "country_code": "vn", "country_name": "Vietnam", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or attending LGB events in Vietnam.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Vietnam.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "za", "country_name": "South Africa", "category": "driving", "subcategory": "rules", "status": "info", "summary": "Traffic drives on the left in South Africa; a valid US driver's license is accepted for stays under 6 months (no international permit required).", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthAfrica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "za", "country_name": "South Africa", "category": "customs_cash", "subcategory": "currency", "status": "restricted", "summary": "You must declare cash and currency at the red channel on arrival in South Africa, and you need prior written permission from the South African Reserve Bank to enter or leave with more than R100,000 — whether in rand or the equivalent in foreign currency.", "source_url": "https://www.sars.gov.za/customs-and-excise/travellers/", "verified_at": "2026-07-20" }, { "country_code": "za", "country_name": "South Africa", "category": "lgbtq", "subcategory": "same_sex_relations", "status": "info", "summary": "South Africa has no legal restrictions on same-sex relations or LGB events, and same-sex marriage is legal.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthAfrica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "za", "country_name": "South Africa", "category": "medications", "subcategory": "import", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Confirm your medication is legal with the Embassy of South Africa and carry it in original packaging with a copy of your prescription; counterfeit medications are common.", "source_url": "https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthAfrica.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-22" }, { "country_code": "za", "country_name": "South Africa", "category": "cannabis", "subcategory": "private_use", "status": "conditional", "summary": "Adults may privately use, possess, and grow cannabis in South Africa, but buying or selling it remains illegal and you may not carry it on a flight into or out of the country.", "source_url": "https://www.justice.gov.za/m_statements/2026/20260203-CannabisDraftRegulations-Min.html", "verified_at": "2026-07-06" } ] }