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Asia Visitor Guide

Know the entry rules before you book

Visas, e-visas, passport validity, customs and local laws explained in plain English — and where to confirm them officially. We're independent: we don't sell visas or charge fees.

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Suggested reading order

  1. 1Visa Types for Asian Countries: A Plain-English OverviewVisa-free entry, visa on arrival, e-visas, electronic travel authorisations and embassy visas — what each means, how they differ, and how to find the rule that applies to you.3 min read
  2. 2Passport Validity Rules Explained: Six Months, Three Months and Blank PagesWhat the 'six-month rule' actually means, why some countries use three months or the length of stay, how blank-page requirements work, and why airlines check this before you board.3 min read
  3. 3Entry Requirements Travellers Often OverlookBeyond the visa: onward tickets, proof of funds and accommodation, arrival cards, health documents and biometric registration — the requirements that catch travellers out at the airport.3 min read
  4. 4How to Avoid Fake and Overpriced Visa WebsitesHow copycat e-visa and arrival-form sites work, the warning signs, how to find the official government portal, and what to do if you've already paid an unofficial site.3 min read
  5. 5Medications and Restricted Items: What to Check Before You PackWhy some everyday medicines are restricted in parts of Asia, how to travel with prescriptions, and other items that commonly cause problems at customs — from e-cigarettes to chewing gum.3 min read
  6. 6Understanding Local Laws and Customs Before You TravelLaws and social norms that differ most across Asia: drugs, photography, dress at religious sites, public behaviour, respect for monarchy and religion, and carrying ID.3 min read
  7. 7Staying Informed and Safe as a Visitor in AsiaHow to use official travel advisories, register with your embassy, prepare for emergencies, and keep up with changing conditions during your trip.3 min read
  8. 8A Regional Snapshot: Getting Oriented Across Asia's Sub-RegionsHow Asia is commonly divided for travel — East, South-East, South, Central and West Asia — with climate patterns, transport and practical differences that affect trip planning.3 min read

Questions readers ask

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Is this a government website?

No. Asia Visitor Guide is an independent information site. We don't issue visas, process applications or charge fees. Apply only through the destination government's official website or embassy.

Do I need a visa for my trip?

It depends on your nationality, destination, length of stay and purpose. Start with the destination's official immigration or foreign-ministry website, or its embassy in your country. Our visa types overview explains the categories.

How can I tell an official e-visa site from a copycat?

Official sites usually use the government's domain and are linked from the embassy or foreign-ministry website. Copycat agencies often charge much higher fees. See how to avoid fake visa websites.

What is the six-month passport rule?

Some countries require your passport to remain valid for six months beyond your departure date. Others use three months or just the length of stay. Try our passport checker.

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