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Pakistan unveils SIFC Visa to facilitate foreign investment

The Executive Committee of Pakistan's Special Investment Facilitation Board recently approved the introduction of a SIFC visa, designed to encourage foreign investors to set up business in Pakistan. This decision represents a major step forward in the creation of an enabling environment for business and investment.

ETIAS and EES: what are the differences?

As the year draws to a close, let's take a look at the main differences between two major European border management initiatives that will come into force in 2025: the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) and the Entry/Exit System (EES).

Introduction of the Apostille in Canada in January 2024

The Government of Canada will implement the Apostille Convention on January 11, 2024. This system is designed to simplify the authentication of public documents. This means that a single certificate, called an Apostille, will be required to authenticate Canadian public documents, such as birth and marriage certificates, educational documents, export records and ... Read the article

Africa Visa Openness Index 2023 reaches a record high

According to a report published on Thursday December 7 by the African Union and the African Development Bank, the African Visa Openness Index has improved significantly since the seventh edition of the report was published in December 2022. The index score is now higher than that observed before the Covid-19 pandemic.

LOT Polish Airlines to land in Saudi Arabia in 2024

Polish airline LOT Polish Airlines continues to expand its network, announcing the addition of Saudi Arabia to its destinations from June 2024. This strategic decision aims to strengthen the company's position in the tourism market, particularly in Central Europe.

Brazil: e-Visa mandatory for several nationalities from January 2024

After having postponed it, Brazil has announced the reactivation of its electronic visa application system (e-Visa) for nationals of 3 countries from December 1, 2023. Travelers from the United States Unis๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ, Canada๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ and Australie๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ will now need to obtain this document to enter the country.