Data Sources
VisaScan uses authoritative, globally recognized data sources to provide accurate visa information:
Henley Passport Index
Authoritative global passport rankings covering all UN member states, territories, and special administrative regions. Source for all passport nationalities in VisaScan.
IATA (International Air Transport Association)
Global travel authority providing commercial aviation data and destination codes. Source for all travel destinations accessible via commercial airlines in VisaScan.
Official government sources
Embassy and consulate websites, ministry of foreign affairs publications, and official government travel information
Data Coverage: Passport nationalities based on 200+ countries from Henley Passport Index. Destinations based on all countries with IATA-recognized commercial aviation infrastructure (~195 countries).
Real-Time AI Analysis
Every visa query uses advanced AI analysis that examines multiple country combinations, cross-references current government policies, and searches real-time travel restrictions at the moment of your request. This ensures you receive the most current visa information available.
Our system analyzes visa requirements across different scenarios—considering your existing visas, bilateral agreements, and exemptions—to give you personalized, accurate results that go beyond simple lookup tables.
When visa information cannot be confidently determined through real-time analysis, we apply conservative assumptions and clearly flag results as unverified to protect your safety. While AI-powered analysis is sophisticated, we always recommend verifying final details with official sources before travel.
Data Accuracy & Updates
Visa and entry policies change frequently and without notice. VisaScan combines:
- Real-time AI analysis of current visa policies and travel restrictions
- Multi-combination analysis considering existing visas and exemptions
- Verified static database updated from official sources monthly
- Henley Passport Index updates (quarterly or as released)
- IATA destination data (continuously maintained)
Important: Always verify current requirements directly with official embassy websites, government travel advisories, and your airline before travel. VisaScan is for informational purposes only.