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, Irak๐ฎ๐ถ 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.
As Cรดte d'Ivoire prepares to host the African Cup of Nations (CAN), the Consulate General of Cรดte d'Ivoire in Paris is introducing a special CAN express visa to facilitate the procedures for foreign fans wishing to attend the competition. Although late in coming, this initiative represents a step forward in simplifying access to ... Read the article
Low-cost airlines generally refuse to allow pets on their flights. In this article we'll explain the general policies of the major airlines, and tell you why it's not possible to travel with your pet.
China has once again announced measures to facilitate access to the country and boost its economy in the wake of the pandemic. These reforms mainly concern entry procedures, visa renewal and relief for frequent travelers.
Visa on arrival is now available at Katima Mulilo, Impalila Island (Zambia) and Ngoma (Botswana). The measure was officially launched by Namibia's Minister of Home Affairs and Immigration, Albert Kawana. This initiative will benefit Namibia's tourism sector, and in particular the Zambezi region directly concerned.
The South African government recently announced an extension until June 2024 of visa concessions for people with pending waiver applications, new visas and appeals. This decision is being taken to allow the country to catch up on its backlog of applications caused by a backlog of unprocessed ... Read the article
February 14th is not just a day for lovers, at least not in Bali. The provincial government recently announced the introduction of a tax for foreign tourists (Tourist Levy). The measure, which comes into force on February 14, 2024, is designed to preserve and promote the island's traditions, art, ... Read the article
After several days of uncertainty and delay, Kenya's Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system is finally up and running. This change offers a generalized exemption from entry visas for all travelers to this East African country. As of January 5, it is now possible to apply for an ETA before departure ... Read the article
The procedure for granting residence permits to citizens of member countries of the Community of Portuguese-speaking Countries (CPLP) has recently been made easier in Portugal, thanks to a new online platform. In just two months, over 113,000 immigrants, mainly Brazilians, have regularized their situation in the country. Nevertheless, this ... Read the article
A traveler of Philippine nationality applied for a Schengen visa to visit Italy over the festive season. After an initial refusal, she used an original method to make her application more convincing.
Brazilian authorities have announced a further postponement of the visa requirement for citizens of the USA, Canada and Australia. Originally scheduled for January 10, 2024, this measure has now been postponed to April 10, 2024.
If you're planning to travel with your pet, it's essential to be aware of the conditions and rules laid down by the airline. At KLM, one of the world's leading airlines, there are a number of conditions you need to take into account for a worry-free trip with your four-legged friend. In ... Read the article
Travelling with your pet can be a source of concern, especially when it comes to flying. Lufthansa offers a range of solutions to help you transport your pets in complete safety. Find out more about the various options offered by the German airline for transporting pets, the conditions to be met and how ... Read the article
The South Korean government is keen to attract teleworkers and Korean culture enthusiasts. In 2024, 2 new types of visa will be offered: the workation visa and the Korean culture training visa.
Despite President William Ruto's announcement in December, the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) said yesterday, January 2, that policy will remain uncertain until a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system is finalized.
India adds a new entry point for international travelers holding an e-visa. As of December 29, 2023, Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport in Indore is now accessible with this type of visa to facilitate access for visitors and boost local tourism.
Since January 1, 2024, citizens of Kosovo have been able to travel freely within the Schengen area. After long years of waiting, the visa-free regime has come into force, opening up new prospects for some 1.8 million Kosovars.
As of today, January 1, 2024, France is inaugurating its "Olympic Consulate" to centralize visa applications from members of the Olympic family ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The aim of this initiative without a physical entity is to prevent applications from Olympic delegations or international athletes from getting lost in the flow ... Read the article
South Korea has launched an innovative application called Trip.PASS, which considerably simplifies the lives of tourists by enabling them to travel without having to carry their passports or credit cards when moving around the country. We take a closer look at this revolutionary solution, which is proving a runaway success with travelers.
Originally approved in February 2023 by the previous government, the plan was to charge 300 baht for foreign visitors arriving by air and 150 baht for those arriving by land or sea, with part of the funds earmarked for foreign tourists' health and accident insurance. However, the implementation date ... Read the article
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