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On May 27, 2025, Washington decided to suspend the processing of student visas for foreigners, plunging thousands of young people into uncertainty as the start of the academic year approaches. This information was communicated by the American political media, Politico. An immediate, across-the-board freeze U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ordered the ... Read the article
Since May 5, Cuban citizens wishing to travel to Europe have benefited from a simplified procedure for obtaining a Schengen visa, thanks to an initiative by the Swedish Embassy in Havana. This change facilitates access to one of the most popular visas for Cuban travelers wishing to visit the European continent. Travelling with a ... Read the article
China recently announced a major extension of its visa waiver policy, facilitating access to its territory for travelers from many countries. This measure aims to boost tourism and international exchanges, while strengthening economic and cultural ties. Chinese President Xi Jinping announced the new policy at the beginning of ... Read the article
The government has introduced a new online visa application platform, enabling travelers from visa-requiring countries to complete all their procedures via the Internet, replacing the old system based on paper forms. Expansion of the border management system This initiative is part of the expansion of the Border Management System ... Read the article
Visamundi, a French agency specialized in helping travelers obtain electronic visas and administrative documents, announces the launch of its podcast dedicated to travel formalities news. This new format is designed to meet the growing demand for reliable, up-to-date information on administrative formalities, at a time when procedures are changing rapidly and ... Read the article
Vietnam recently introduced a 10-year, renewable golden visa designed to attract long-term tourists, investors and foreign professionals. This long-term residency program is aimed at people who contribute to Vietnam's tourism sector, innovation or economy, with the aim of strengthening ... Read the article
Since the introduction of the tourist tax in February 2024, Balinese authorities have sought to ensure that all international visitors pay the mandatory fee of IDR 150,000 (around 9 euros) before leaving the island. Yet figures show that just 35 % of tourists actually paid this tax in the first ... Read the article
Less than two weeks after suspending tourist visa applications, the government has announced the resumption of the eVisa service from April 22. This decision follows the resolution of technical problems caused by the powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar and Thailand on March 28. ... Read the article
IndiGo, India's largest airline, has announced the cancellation of over 165 flights to and from several of the country's airports, at least until May 10. Cities affected include Srinagar, Jammu, Amritsar, Leh, Chandigarh, Dharamshala, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Gwalior, Kishangarh and Rajkot. In a press release published on X, IndiGo specified ... Read the article
Egypt will extend its free 96-hour transit visa until the end of April 2026, enabling travellers stopping over at the country's international airports to discover Egypt free of charge and without complex formalities. Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly recently announced, at an official meeting on April 23, the extension ... Read the article
As of today, a new travel formality is in force for entering Thailand. All travellers arriving by air, land or sea must complete the electronic form (Thailand Digital Arrival Card - TDAC). This new measure was announced at the beginning of April by the Thai Immigration Office, with the aim of replacing ... Read the article
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah recently reiterated its warning about any attempt to perform the Hajj pilgrimage without an official permit, as the 1446-2025 season approaches. The measure, implemented in coordination with the Saudi Ministry of the Interior, aims to reinforce the security and organization of the largest religious gathering ... Read the article
Saudi Arabia has suspended the issue of electronic visas for citizens of Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, according to the Saudi Ministry of Tourism. From now on, nationals of these two countries are no longer among the nationalities eligible for the online visa procedure to enter the kingdom. Background to the suspension Although no public statement ... Read the article
Russia recently took a major step forward in its policy of opening up to international travelers, issuing over a million electronic visas (e-Visas) since the system was introduced. This increase illustrates the strong demand, particularly from Asia, for this simplified means of entry into Russia. An attractive option for travelers ... Read the article
Turkmenistan's parliament is considering a major overhaul of the country's immigration policy, traditionally considered one of the most restrictive in Central Asia. The aim of this reform is to introduce a system of electronic visa issuance (e-Visa), marking a possible significant opening-up of Turkmenistan to the international market. Towards the modernization of entry procedures On April 12, the ... 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
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
Update June 16, 2025: the website is now up and running to receive Digital Travel Authorization (DTA) applications! Serbia is about to launch an electronic visa system, enabling eligible travelers to apply for a visa online, in order to simplify the process of entering the country... 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
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
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
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
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
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