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.
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The Kenyan government recently decided to exempt nationals of 7 countries, including one in Europe, from paying the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) fee to enter the country.
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.
After a test phase, Nepal has officially launched its electronic visa system. The government's main objective is to attract more tourists by facilitating travel formalities.
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 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.
In response to the impact of COVID-19 on its tourism sector, Thailand has launched an innovative initiative to boost tourist safety and confidence. The "Thailand Traveller Safety" program, in effect from January 1 to August 31, 2024, offers up to 500,000 baht () of medical coverage for visitors in ... Read the article
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 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, 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.
In a bid to promote tourism and encourage foreign investment, Malawi recently announced visa-free entry for visitors from 79 countries. This decision aims to exploit the country's untapped potential and attract visitors from all over the world.
Indian travelers can rejoice: the Sri Lankan government is reportedly considering extending the visa waiver period beyond March 2024. The initiative aims to position Sri Lanka as an easily accessible destination for neighboring Indian tourists.
To further boost trade and tourism between Turkey and India, Turkey would like to obtain e-Visas for its citizens traveling to India.
Designated host city last November, Riyadh and Saudi Arabia are preparing to welcome the World Expo 2030 with great fanfare, an event expected to attract millions of visitors. To facilitate their arrival, the Saudi government wants to introduce a dedicated visa, similar to the one offered during the World Cup in ... Read the article
The Land of the Rising Sun is becoming a popular destination for independent workers and freelancers from all over the world, thanks to the recent introduction of a visa specially designed for them. The digital nomad visa will enable individuals from 49 countries to live and work in Japan for a period of ... Read the article
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.
The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs recently launched a mobile application designed to facilitate access to consular services. The app offers a range of information and services, including an alert system, Internet calls, an automated question-and-answer system and embassy location services.
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.
The French Constitutional Council recently rejected an amendment to the Immigration Act that would have allowed British expatriates with a second home in France to automatically obtain a long-stay visa.
Ghanaian President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced that the country will implement a policy allowing visa-free entry for all African nationals by the end of 2024. The reduction in visa fees from 50% was one of the first steps towards this goal.
After numerous announcements to this effect, Libya is about to launch an electronic visa system for all types of visa, including tourist and work visas. This initiative aims to simplify the visa application process and attract more tourists and foreign workers to the country. Read the article
At a time when the EU is trying to push member countries to limit the use of "golden visas" or "golden passports", Hungary recently relaunched its "Golden Visa" program, offering residence permits to non-EU and non-EEA citizens thanks to investments in the country. This initiative ... Read the article
From February 1, 2024, the United Arab Emirates will no longer require entry visas for nationals of the Republic of Armenia. The two delegations met in mid-January in Armenia, as both are major economic partners.
Following on from the separatist Kurdistan region last February, Irak🇮🇶 recently announced the introduction of an electronic visa system, simplifying the visa application process for its visitors. Here's a roundup of the essential information you need to know about this new initiative.
Recent changes to UK visa policies have simplified entry procedures for citizens of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Jordan. On February 1, the UK will offer its Electronic Travel Authorization to a number of new nationalities.
China has announced a visa-free policy for Swiss citizens, strengthening diplomatic ties between the two countries. Switzerland now joins a select group of European nations enjoying visa-free access to China.
From April 10, 2024, all nationals of several Western countries, including the USA, Canada or Australia, will need a visa for any reason when visiting Brazil. One clarification has caused considerable concern and drawn the attention of the general public: travelers must now prove that they have access to a ... Read the article
On January 9, the Indonesian government launched a new website for electronic visa applications.
As announced many months ago, the borders of the European Union (EU) will be opened to Bulgaria and Romania for partial accession to the Schengen area on March 31. Let's take a look at this important new stage in the development of both countries.
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