Sébastien Couix

As CEO of Visamundi, I am dedicated to facilitating international travel by helping our customers obtain visas worldwide. By staying at the forefront of ever-changing regulations, I ensure that our agency is a trusted pillar in the field of visa services.

China: visa exemption confirmed for 6 new European countries

Having already begun its "test" of visa-free travel for many nationalities, China continues to open up to international travelers, recently announcing the extension of its visa-free policy to 6 new European countries. Discover the details of this new measure and its implications for nationals of the countries concerned.

France: what is the Talent Passport and how to obtain it?

Passeport Talent is a French program designed to attract highly qualified professionals from around the world, offering them 4 years to live and work in France. To be eligible, candidates must possess exceptional skills likely to contribute to France's economy or cultural landscape.

Canada raises visa requirements for Mexicans

As of February 29, 2024, the eligibility criteria for the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) have been modified for Mexican nationals, accused by Ottawa of abusing the overstay in Canada or using the ETA to subsequently enter the USA.

Mutual visa exemption between Albania and Azerbaijan

On March 1, 2024, following a meeting between the Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Fariz Rzayev, and his Albanian counterpart Besart Kadia, an agreement was signed to end the visa regime between Azerbaijan and Albania. The agreement stipulates that holders of ordinary passports from both countries ... Read the article

Israel: e-Visa and ETA officially announced

The Israeli government has officially announced the launch of its e-Visa and ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) to facilitate the entry of foreign tourists into its territory. This long-awaited measure will be implemented in the coming weeks.

Singapore: remarkable upturn in tourism in 2023

In 2023, Singapore's tourism sector enjoyed an impressive recovery, exceeding initial forecasts. With the arrival of 13.6 million international visitors and tourism revenues estimated at nearly S$26 billion, the sector's performance proved to be a success beyond expectations.

South Africa: the country is also tempted by a digital nomad visa

South Africa is considering the creation of a digital nomad worker visa to support the development of the national economy and attract foreign talent. This type of visa would offer numerous advantages to professionals in the technology sector, while strengthening the country's competitiveness on the international stage.

India: Ayush e-Visa for travel involving traditional medicines

India has introduced a new type of electronic visa, called the e-Ayush Visa, specially designed for foreigners wishing to benefit from traditional Indian medicine. The initiative is designed to encourage medical tourism and boost global recognition of India's traditional healthcare systems.

How to pay the Love Bali tax, mandatory in Indonesia since February 14th?

Since February 14, 2024, the island of Bali has finally rolled out its new tourist tax aimed at foreign visitors. To facilitate payment, the authorities have developed the Love Bali portal and a dedicated mobile application. In this article, we explain how to pay this compulsory tax, and which categories of travelers can benefit from an exemption.

Cambodia / Thailand: A common visa soon?

Cambodia and Thailand are working together to set up a joint visa scheme to encourage tourism between the two countries. The project also aims to include other Southeast Asian countries, to facilitate tourist travel within this dynamic region of cultural and natural riches.

Russell Cook runs across Africa... and encounters visa problems

Russell Cook, an Englishman from West Sussex, set himself the goal of running 360 marathons in 240 days across Africa. The aim of this titanic challenge was to raise funds for The Running Charity. Unfortunately, this ambitious project was disrupted by visa problems, health concerns and geopolitical issues.

Mauritius drastically increases its HH entry tax

Mauritius has recently decided to significantly increase its HH entry tax for travelers, from 35 $ to 60 $ per adult and from 17.5 $ to 30 $ per child. This surprise decision not only affects future travel, but also applies retroactively to bookings already made.

France welcomes Indian students with a 5-year Schengen visa

France has taken a number of steps to attract and welcome Indian students by offering a new 5-year Schengen visa for Master's degree holders. This initiative will enable Indian students who have graduated in France to benefit from an extended visa and apply for a 5-year multi-entry Schengen visa.