Travel Smart, Travel Ready
Essential tips every traveller should know before departure. We help you prepare so your journey is smooth from start to finish.
Check your passport is valid
Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months after your return date and has enough blank pages.
Confirm all visa requirements
Check whether you need a visa, the required documents and the processing time well before travelling.
Purchase travel insurance
Choose comprehensive cover for medical emergencies, cancellations, delays and lost luggage.
Keep copies of important documents
Save digital and printed copies of your passport, visa, tickets, insurance and accommodation bookings.
Travel Document News
Up-to-date travel advisories and document news sourced from the IATA Travel Centre.
Ebola Update – Travel Measures and Ongoing Monitoring
Timatic continues to closely monitor the evolving Ebola outbreak situation and associated travel measures introduced by authorities worldwide. The outbreak has been declared a public health emergency of international concern, with cases primarily reported in the Congo (Dem. Rep.) and Uganda.
China (People's Rep.): Facilitation Measures for Foreign Passengers
The National Immigration Administration (NIA) has introduced key resources designed to make travel and living in China (People's Rep.) easier for foreign passengers. These facilitation measures provide clear guidance and practical tips to ensure a smooth experience.
20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 and the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games
From 31 July to 8 November 2026, passengers traveling to Japan for the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games or the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games do not need a visa if they have an Accreditation Card (ACR Card) and a valid passport.
Health Notice: Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is a viral respiratory illness caused by a coronavirus (MERS‑CoV). The majority of global MERS cases have been reported in Saudi Arabia.
Visa Free Travel for Participants of the 6th Asian Beach Games Sanya 2026
Participants of the 6th Asian Beach Games Sanya 2026 are exempt from visa requirements when travelling to China (People's Rep.) for the event. Instead, passengers must hold a valid Games Identity Registration Card issued by the Olympic Council Asia.
Are you traveling to Europe? Here's what you need to know about EES and ETIAS
Big changes are coming to European travel from October 12th 2025. Over the next two years, the European Union is rolling out two major border systems designed to modernize entry procedures, improve security, and make travel more efficient in the long run.