Visa trouble
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This page is about problems that may arise from evidence of travel to or visa for certain territories. For the issue of visas in general, see Visa.
UnderstandIt is a sad reality that diplomatic conflicts and wars often adversely affect travel.
Israel and Muslim countriesg. visa (stamps) in a passport).
United States of AmericaA. under the Visa Waiver Program, otherwise commonly used by visitors from Western Europe.
ChinaBeginning in the fall of 2016, travellers began to report being denied visas to China because of their previous visits to Turkey and Pakistan.
AfghanistanSince the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in 2021, visas issued by the previous Islamic Republic of Afghanistan are no longer accepted.
Entities with limited recognitionSome territories while de facto being under the control of one administration are considered by others (and often the international community) to be de jure under the administration of another country.
Border disputesEntering Crimea from Ukraine requires special permission and passing through the active battlezone.
Home country restrictions2 area" if they are satisfied that there are active terrorist activities (especially armed conflict) within these areas. Entering or remaining in a current such area can be punished by a 10-year imprisonment.
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