Anna Dennis

As a consular liaison officer, I help travelers obtain their documents from administrations around the world. I also keep up to date with the latest changes in immigration policies. Former BTS Tourism ✈️

Equatorial Guinea exempts Lebanese from visa requirements

In a bold move combining diplomacy and economic opportunism, Equatorial Guinea has announced its intention to grant visas to all Lebanese wishing to settle there. The decision, announced by Vice President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue on social networks, comes against a tense geopolitical backdrop in the Middle East. A warm welcome against a backdrop of ... Read the article

Qatar eligible for ESTA as early as December

In a landmark announcement for U.S.-Qatari relations, the U.S. State Department has confirmed that Qatar will become, as of December 1, 2024, the 42nd country to join the prestigious U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP). This decision makes Qatar the first Gulf Arab state to benefit from ... Read the article

USA launches online passport renewal system

On September 18, 2024, the U.S. State Department officially launched its online passport renewal system. The announcement, made by Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma at the Skift Global Forum, is the culmination of months of rigorous development and testing. The new system is based on a secure platform accessible via the ... Read the article

Greece imposes a docking tax on Santorini and Mykonos

The Greek government recently announced the introduction of a new tax aimed specifically at cruise passengers calling at the popular islands of Santorini and Mykonos. The measure, part of a wider strategy to manage mass tourism, will see a €20 per person charge imposed on passengers on cruise ships ... Read the article

Some tips for your Indonesia Visa extension

After a few days in Indonesia, you may want to extend your stay to make the most of this fascinating country. Fortunately, Indonesia offers a number of ways to extend your stay, whether by electronic visa or in-person application. The procedures vary depending on the type of visa you ... Read the article