Travel Fines in 2026: What Tourists Can’t Afford to Ignore
€450 for 5 Minutes of Relaxation — and a 10-Year Entry Ban
In 2026, travel has become more expensive — not because of airline tickets, but because of fines. Border control is stricter. Laws are enforced faster. Deportations happen without warning.
⚠️ Most tourists realize this too late. One careless mistake — and your vacation is over.
We reviewed key destinations and outlined the most severe penalties travelers face this year.
🇹🇷 Turkey (2026)
Up to 10-year entry ban. Heavy fines. Real prison sentences.
- 🚫 Insulting state symbols: Insulting Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the national flag, or religious values can lead to criminal prosecution.
- 🚁 Drones: Filming strategic or restricted facilities without permission may result in detention, confiscation, and fines.
- 💨 Vapes: Sales are prohibited, and usage is restricted. Confiscation is possible.
- ⏳ Visa violations: Overstaying more than 180 days can result in an entry ban of up to 10 years.
- 💊 Drugs: Penalties can reach up to 30 years in prison depending on the offense.
📌 Important: In 2026, ignorance of local regulations does not protect you from immediate deportation.
🇹🇭 Thailand
Up to 15 years imprisonment
- 👑 Lèse-majesté law: Insulting the monarchy may result in up to 15 years in prison.
- 💨 Vapes: Up to 10 years in prison or fines up to 1 million baht.
- 🚭 Smoking outside designated areas: Fines up to 100,000 baht.
- 💊 Drugs: Severe long-term imprisonment.
🇮🇩 Indonesia (Bali)
Up to 3 years imprisonment
- ⛩ Cultural violations: Entering temples without proper attire (e.g., sarong) may lead to fines or deportation.
- 🏛 Insulting the president: Up to 3 years imprisonment under recent legal amendments.
- 🌋 Mount Agung restrictions: Climbing during restricted periods can lead to deportation.
- 🚁 Drones: Confiscation and fines without proper permits.
🇴🇲 Oman
Violating dress codes or public conduct norms may result in fines and deportation.
🇪🇬 Egypt
- 🪸 Exporting coral: Fine of approximately $1,000.
- 📷 Photographing military sites: Detention possible.
Other Key Restrictions in 2026
Maximum Penalties Overview (Selected Examples)
💡 Important Notice: Regulations are subject to change. Always verify current laws before traveling.
2026 has shown one clear reality: tourism is no longer about unlimited freedom.
⚠️ €450 for five minutes in the wrong place.
⚠️ $750 for a wrapper.
⚠️ 10 years banned for overstaying.
Save this. It may save you money — and your trip.
