Q // As a UK citizen, what do I need to know about the recent changes to South Africa’s visa requirements?

Tourist taxes

As of November 2019, it’s now significantly easier for families to visit South Africa. Minister of home a‚airs, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, has signed a waiver that allows foreign children to enter the country without the need for additional supporting documents. This means that children from countries where visas aren’t required, such as the UK and Ireland, are no longer required to bring consent letters or unabridged birth certificates (containing information of both biological parents or legal guardians) to travel to and from South Africa.

From comfortable lodges to family-friendly safaris, adventure tours and dining experiences, there’s a lot on o‚er for families visiting the country. The visa updates are great news for the destination as the relaxation of entry requirements will undoubtedly encourage families and more visitors to visit the country in 2020 and beyond.

UK and Irish travellers who are visiting South Africa for tourism or business purposes for a period of up to 90 days don’t require a visa. dha.gov.za southafrica.net KGOMOTSO RAMOTHEA

AMSTERDAM

As of January 2020,

hotel guests in the Dutch capital must pay €3 (£2.55)

per person per night, as well as the established 7% tax.

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Highland Council has voted to introduce a £1-per-night tax on campers, which

will go towards maintaining local towns and villages.

NEW ZEALAND

An ‘admission fee’ of NZ$35 (£18) was introduced in 2019 for most foreign visitors; Australians and some Pacific Islanders

are exempt.