The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) recently laid the foundations for a radical transformation of air travel with its Digital Travel Credential (DTC). This initiative would eventually eliminate traditional boarding passes and potentially simplify, if not eliminate, check-in procedures. By enabling travelers to store verified passport data on their ... Read the article
Since April 10, 2025, nationals holding an Australian, Canadian or American passport have been required to obtain a visa to enter Brazil, following the entry into force of the executive decree establishing this requirement. Reasons for the decision According to the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this measure, decided in May 2023, is based on the principle ... Read the article
The Cuban Ministry of Tourism (MINTUR) has announced that from July 1, 2025, entry to Cuba will only be possible with an electronic visa, known as an e-visa. This new regulation aims to modernize and centralize procedures for entering the country. The official announcement was made via the Ministry's Instagram page and since ... Read the article
From May 1, 2025, Nigeria will take the next step in the modernization of its immigration policy with the official launch of two major innovations: the electronic visa (e-Visa) and the arrival card. These measures are designed to simplify, speed up and secure entry into Nigeria for international travelers, whether tourists, men ... Read the article
Perhaps you're planning a trip to the UK soon, or have just returned from a holiday in an EU country? The British government has recently extended the ban on personally importing meat and dairy products from all European Union countries. This measure, which came into force on Saturday April 12, 2025, ... Read the article
Myanmar's Ministry of Immigration and Population has announced the temporary suspension of tourist visa applications from April 3, 2025, due to the devastating earthquake that struck the country on March 28. The decision was confirmed by the Malaysian Embassy in Yangon in a Facebook post, ... Read the article
A single visa for free travel in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan? This is the proposal of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, an ambitious project inspired by the Schengen model that could transform Central Asia by facilitating travel and boosting tourism and the economy. Regional cooperation The idea of a single visa is not ... Read the article
From today, April 9, 2025, the cost of Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to travel to the UK will rise from £10 to £16, an increase of 60 %. This decision, announced by the UK Home Office in January, is still being criticized. The Visamundi teams were able to confirm that the ... Read the article
Serbia is about to launch an electronic visa system, enabling eligible travelers to apply for a visa online, to simplify the process of entering the country before traveling. Thanks to the official "Welcome to Serbia" online platform, it will no longer be necessary to go to a visa ... Read the article
Plan your next trip to Thailand! The landscape of entry formalities in the Kingdom of Siam is changing. A new digital procedure, the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC), will become compulsory for all foreign travelers from May 1, 2025. Goodbye to the TM6 paper form! We already announced this in ... Read the article
As of April 1, 2025, Namibia requires visas from citizens of 33 countries, including several European and Western nations, due to the principle of diplomatic reciprocity. Applications can be made via a new online e-Visa system. The fee is 1,600 N$ (approx. €82) for countries ... Read the article
From April 02, European nationals will be concerned by the ETA application. To enter the UK, travelers will need to apply for Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). It is therefore advisable to make your application well in advance, so as to have received approval to travel, before your departure and arrival on British territory. The authorization ... Read the article
Since March 20, 2025, the new electronic visa (e-Visa) has been available for travel to Belarus. No more lengthy consular procedures, just digital simplicity! The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced this new measure on its official platform. The visa waiver for 38 nationalities is still valid, and will be extended until ... Read the article
A recent directive from the United States concerning the indication of "sex at birth" on visa and ESTA (Electronic Travel Authorization System) applications requires special attention from our travelers. This new measure, which came into force following a presidential decree signed on January 20, 2025, stipulates that ... Read the article
At Visamundi, we keep a close eye on news from the world of travel and technology. Recently, an article from Clubic particularly caught our attention: the story of an Australian traveler stranded at the airport for trusting ChatGPT's erroneous information about visa requirements for Chile. The story highlights ... Read the article
From March 31, 2025, French citizens applying for a visa to China will have to familiarize themselves with a new procedure. The Chinese authorities are implementing a mandatory online verification stage, which represents a potential technological advance, but could also complicate administrative procedures. An official press release has been ... Read the article
As of March 24, the U.S. Embassy in Morocco has introduced a new requirement for visa applicants. From now on, it is imperative that the confirmation number/bar code (starting with "AA") on the DS-160 form corresponds exactly to the one used when booking an appointment online. If the confirmation number/bar code on ... Read the article
Japan is moving ahead ahead of schedule with the roll-out of its new electronic visa system, aimed at streamlining application processes for international travelers. The initiative is expected to significantly simplify visa procedures, making Japan more accessible to tourists and business travelers alike. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba ... Read the article
The landscape of travel formalities in the UK is undergoing another price jolt. Following the gradual introduction of Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), the digital permission that has become essential for many visa-exempt visitors, the UK Home Office has just announced a significant increase in its cost. As of April 9, 2025, the ETA application ... Read the article
Capago International has officially launched its operations in Algeria to manage Schengen visa applications for France. This transition marks a major turning point in the visa application process for Algerians wishing to travel to France. Since March 16, Capago International has been operating as ... Read the article
As of January 01, 2025, the Royal Thai Embassy in Pakistan has introduced the e-visa system for Pakistani citizens. This new policy will make it easier for these nationals to apply for a visa for Thailand online, without having to visit an embassy or consulate. To obtain ... Read the article
Attention travelers! If you're planning to visit Azerbaijan at the end of March 2025, Azerbaijani consulates will be closing their doors from March 20 to March 31, 2025 due to the Nowruz and Ramadan holidays. This closure will have an impact on the processing of electronic visas (e-Visas) for the country, as ... Read the article
As of March 11, 2025, Liberia has implemented an electronic visa-on-arrival system for international travelers, marking an important step in the modernization of its immigration services. This initiative, led by the Liberian Immigration Service (LIS), aims to facilitate the entry of foreign visitors by air. A request ... Read the article
The business world is once again vibrating to the rhythm of rolling suitcases and boarding passes. After a period of uncertainty, business travel spending is up sharply, signalling a robust recovery and a recognition of the inestimable value of face-to-face meetings. Companies are recognizing that moving their teams ... Read the article
Airports around the world could soon be the scene of new scenes of confusion and uncertainty. According to reports in various media, the Trump administration is preparing to unveil a new salvo of travel restrictions to the United States, already prompting strong reactions and major questions about formalities for travelers from certain ... Read the article
A decision approved by Thai authorities Thailand is considering reducing the duration of visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days, following concerns about illegal business activities exploiting the visa waiver program. The Ministry of Tourism and Sports has confirmed that the relevant authorities have accepted the principle ... Read the article
A recent proposal from the Moroccan parliament has sparked a lively debate on the possible introduction of a compulsory visa for European citizens wishing to visit Morocco. The initiative, put forward by two members of parliament from the Union Nationale des Travailleurs du Maroc, aims to establish reciprocity with European countries that impose visas on Moroccans. ... Read the article
From April 1, 2025, international airlines operating flights from Bali will require passengers to show proof of payment of the tourist tax before boarding. This measure follows the Balinese government's decision to step up enforcement of this tax, introduced in February 2024. The tourist tax, amounting to ... Read the article
EU interior ministers approved a revised timetable for the implementation of the entry/exit system (EES) and the European travel information and authorization system (ETIAS) on March 5. The EES should be operational in October 2025. ETIAS should follow in the last quarter of 2026. After several postponements, the timetable has been approved The ... Read the article
Donald Trump has reinstated Cuba on the list of state sponsors of terrorism upon his return to the presidency, reversing Joe Biden's decision to remove the island from the list just days before the end of his term. This decision has important consequences for international travelers, particularly those who have visited ... Read the article
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