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This listing is for U.S. citizens traveling on tourism/business and does not apply to persons planning to emigrate to foreign countries. Persons traveling on official business for the U.S. Government should obtain visa information from the agency sponsoring their travel. For purposes of this publication, a visa is an endorsement or stamp placed by officials of a foreign country on a U.S. passport that allows the bearer to visit that foreign country. Note: Wherever you see the words “photo(s) required” in this publication, it generally means that you will need to submit passport-size (2"x2") photographs.

IMPORTANT: THIS LISTING IS PREPARED FROM INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM FOREIGN EMBASSIES PRIOR TO OCTOBER 2004. THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. CHECK ENTRY REQUIREMENTS WITH THE CONSULAR OFFICIALS OF THE COUNTRIES TO BE VISITED WELL IN ADVANCE.

HAITI - *Passport required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay of up to 90 days. For further information, consult the Embassy of Haiti, 2311 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/332-4090) or nearest Consulate: FL (305/859-2003), MA (617/266-3660), NY (212/697-9767), PR (809/764-1392), or IL (312/922-4004). Internet: www.haiti.org

HOLY SEE, VATICAN CITY STATE - *Passport required for entry into Italy. (See entry requirements under “ITALY.”) For further information, consult: Apostolic Nunciature, 3339 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/333-7121).

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HONDURAS -

U.S. Embassy in Honduras to stop issuing most visas August 26, 2009
Americas - Honduras The United States will stop issuing most visas on Wednesday at the U.S. Embassy in Honduras because the current government is standing by its refusal to sign an accord that would bring back overthrown President Manuel Zelaya.

*Passport and onward/return ticket required. Visa not required for a stay of up to 90 days; holders of U.S. passports are issued a 30-day permit, which can be renewed every 30 days for up to a maximum 90-day stay. Departure tax US $30. For additional information, contact the Consular Section of the Embassy of Honduras, 2nd Floor, 1528 K St., NW, Washington, DC 20006 (202/737-2972/78), or nearest Consulate General: CA (213/383-9244 and 415/392-0076), FL (305/447-8927), IL (773/342-8281), LA (504/522-3118), NY (212/269-3611) or TX (713/622-7911). Internet: http://www.hondurasemb.org

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HONG KONG, SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGION - *Passport and onward/return transportation by sea/air required. Visa not required for tourist/business stay of up to 90 days. Confirmed hotel and flight reservations recommended during peak travel months. Departure tax is 80 Hong Kong dollars (approx. $10.30) and airport security tax 33 HK dollars (approx. $4.29) paid at airport. Visa required for work or study. For other types of travel, consult the Visa Section of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China, 2300 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC (202/328-2500). Internet: www.china-embassy.org

HUNGARY - *Passport, onward/return ticket, and proof of sufficient funds required. Visa not required for stay of up to 90 days. AIDS test required for persons staying longer than 1 year. For longer stays and employment, visas must be obtained before you travel. For more information check with the Embassy of the Republic of Hungary, 3910 Shoemaker St., NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/362-6730), or the nearest Consulate General: New York (212/752-0661) or Los Angeles (310/473-9344). Internet: www.hungaryemb.org

Source: The State Department

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Mexico Ends Swine-Flu Alert After 14 Months July 1, 2010
The Mexican government announced on Tuesday the end of the health alert for the AH1N1 flu virus after 14 months in which 1,289 people died in this country and 72,000 cases were registered. . .

Thai protesters disrupt Bangkok commuter service April 27, 2010
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Army moves into key Bangkok area April 20, 2010
The Thai army moves into the business district of Bangkok to prevent anti-government protesters entering the area. The protests by the "red-shirts", now in their fifth week, are currently focused in the city's shopping hub. The red-shirts are trying to force Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva to step down and call an election.

U.S. Embassy in Honduras to stop issuing most visas August 26, 2009
Americas - Honduras The United States will stop issuing most visas on Wednesday at the U.S. Embassy in Honduras because the current government is standing by its refusal to sign an accord that would bring back overthrown President Manuel Zelaya.

H1N1 flu cases pass 500 in Australia, state's alert level raised June 3, 2009
East Asia / Pacific - Australia Australia raised the H1N1 flu alert level in the worst hit state of Victoria on Wednesday and warned more areas would follow as the national total topped 500.

Worried About Flu, China Confines U.S. Students May 29, 2009
When 21 students from a private school in Silver Spring, Md., arrived in the Chinese city of Kaili last Friday, they enjoyed a weekend of exploring the regional province of Guizhou. . . At lunch on Monday, Chinese officials quarantined the group to their rooms in the Heaven Sent Dragon hotel, Mike Kennedy, interim head of the school, the Barrie School, said Thursday.

Japan reports 135 swine flu cases, closes schools May 19, 2009
Japan on Monday reported 135 swine flu cases and shuttered more than 2,000 schools and kindergartens in a bid to slow the spread of the virus that may already have infected hundreds.

Europe - Russia
Registration Rules Stir Up Confusion Feb. 5, 2007
Moscow, Russia: According to a new law that came into effect Jan. 15, foreigners are now required to hand over their registration papers to migration officials -- via their employer or other sponsor -- every time they leave the country and re-register upon subsequent entry into the country.

Thai airport hit by runway cracks 1/29/07
Bangkok - Thailand's transport ministry is to recommend some domestic flights be transferred from Bangkok's new airport to the decommissioned old one.

Union calls off British Airways strike action 1/29/07
UK - A planned two-day strike by British Airways cabin crew has been called off.

Islamabad Marriott Hotel Attack
Pakistan - It was reported that on January 26, 2007, at approximately 2:37 p.m. local time, a bomb exploded at the back area of the Marriott Hotel in Islamabad, Pakistan..

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