Visamundi meets Olivia Grégoire, French Minister for Tourism
From September 20 to 22, one of France's biggest international tourism trade shows, IFTM Top Resa, took place at Paris Porte de Versailles.
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New Caledonia back to welcoming cruise passengers
It's a mini-event for the French-speaking island: P&0's Pacific Explorer ship will dock on the evening of October 4, marking the end of this large territory's isolation from the rest of the world since the start of the Covid-19 epidemic in March 2020.
Fiji negotiates a visa waiver agreement with the Schengen area
Fiji's Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Yogesh Karan, has asked the German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, to help the country reach a visa-free agreement with Schengen countries for its nationals, intervening within the European Union. Karaan's request was made last week in New York ... Read the article
Malaysia also launches teleworking visas
The issue of teleworking is back on the agenda in another Southeast Asian country. Malaysia now offers the telework visa. This permit for teleworkers offered by Malaysia will make it possible to work legally and move freely within the country.
eApp to replace CRPP in welcoming refugees to Canada
Canada is one of the countries that opens its doors to many refugees around the world. To facilitate access, the Canadian government has introduced the eApp to replace the much-criticized CRPP.
Canada to lift all Covid restrictions on September 30
Canada's last Covid-19 border restrictions will disappear at the end of the month with the expiry of a ministerial decree concerning mandatory vaccination, PCR testing and quarantine of international travellers. Sources confirm that the government plans not to renew it. The official announcement is expected shortly, in line with ... Read the article
Spain: health form no longer compulsory
The Spanish authorities have announced that foreign travelers are no longer required to fill in or present the health control form on arrival.
Morocco facilitates electronic visa applications for Egyptians
Morocco has recently expressed its desire to improve relations with Egypt through eVisas. Like some foreign nationals, Egyptians can now apply online for an eVisa to Morocco.
Côte d'Ivoire no longer requires Travel Declaration for vaccinated people
The Ivorian authorities have taken a major step forward. While the country was still one of the last on the continent to require a health form - and one that had to be paid for - the Abidjan authorities lifted this restriction on September 13, for vaccinated travellers only. There are no ... Read the article
Despite the war, Russia still cares about its tourists
It's been months now since Russia decided to go to war with its Ukrainian neighbor. Since then, the conflict has wreaked havoc and damaged Moscow's image in the eyes of the world. Despite this situation, Russia is determined to keep its tourism sector afloat.
Visamundi unveils its new corporate identity
Visamundi, which celebrated its 5th anniversary this year, is a company that has successfully weathered crises, demonstrating its resilience and ability to bounce back.
Colombia wants to attract digital nomads with a special visa
A visa is an official document issued by the competent authorities of a country, which a foreigner must present when crossing another territory. It is issued according to the legislation of each country, and is required either for all foreign nationals, or according to the nationality of the visitor. There are currently several ... Read the article
What is TravelDoc?
An airline that allows a poorly documented passenger to travel may be penalized by government authorities. This can seriously damage its reputation. It can also incur fines of up to tens of thousands of euros. To avoid these inconveniences and check that the passenger has the right documents ... Read the article
Bangladesh to introduce e-visa in 2023
Bangladesh is a South Asian country located on the Bay of Bengal to the east of India. Characterized by its lush green lands and numerous rivers, it is a particularly popular tourist destination. Until now, travellers from Europe and North America have been required to obtain a paper visa to enter Bangladesh. In 2023, the ... Read the article
Bhutan raises taxes for returning travelers
Bhutan is a welcoming, mountainous country visited by a multitude of tourists every year. For this reason, the government has put in place a number of measures to ensure the smooth running of the industry in the region. These include the payment of taxes by visitors. In a press release issued on ... Read the article
Oman takes advantage of the World Cup to simplify entry to the Sultanate
Like Qatar, the host country of the World Cup, Oman also intends to benefit from this sporting event. The monarchy has decided to relax entry requirements for World Cup spectators, with the aim of boosting its tourism sector.
Visamundi at IFTM 2022
Once again this year, Visamundi will be present in the Start-Up Village at IFTM Top Resa.
Belarus also to get its own e-Visa
Foreign tourists can now obtain electronic visas to travel to Belarus. The announcement was made by the National Center for Electronic Services at the 28th International ICT Forum. Find out all you need to know.
Applying for a Schengen visa will soon be 100% online
Looking for a Schengen visa? With all the paperwork and trips to the embassy of your destination country, it's easy to get discouraged. The good news is that you'll soon be able to apply for your Schengen visa entirely online. Find out all you need to know about applying for a Schengen ... Read the article
What is a Golden Visa?
Obtaining a residence permit or passport from a foreign country has a number of advantages. These include freedom of movement and access to the domestic market. To enable wealthy individuals to benefit from these advantages, many countries have introduced the Golden Visa. This is a major step towards naturalization. What are the ... Read the article
The European Union reminds us of the reflexes we need to have when traveling
Going on a trip is one of this world's greatest distractions. However, to avoid being surprised by worries that can get in the way, you need to prepare your trip well beforehand. Here's what you need to know about traveling to the European Union, as outlined in the institution's PDF brochure. Get a passport No passport, no ... Read the article
Saudi Arabia: All types of visa can be used to perform Umrah
The "Maqam" website enables pilgrims from outside the Kingdom to prepare their Umrah. The platform works in collaboration with a number of companies and approved tourist agencies. If you'd like to find out more, here are some pointers to help you.
Airbnb and Marriott confirm that travel is back on track
The travel sector is back in business, if the latest balance sheets from Airbnb and Marriott are anything to go by. Both companies are benefiting from the reopening of borders, flexible working conditions and the upturn in business travel.
South Korea: K-ETA for Jeju Island too
Tourists wishing to visit Jeju, Korea's northernmost territory, must apply for a K-ETA permit from September 1.
Taiwan could reopen to travelers in October
The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) is looking to relax disease prevention measures and reopen borders. The changes will be phased in gradually. The tourist board will lift travel bans to allow Taiwanese residents to return to normal life after the covid!
Document legalization: How do I translate and legalize a contract, certificate or permit?
Legalization of documents is an important step in any transaction. Apostilles are issued by government officials to verify the authenticity of a document with a foreign government. When a document is stamped with an apostille, it is officially recognized as legitimate by the official who stamped it. This process ensures that only authentic copies are used. ... Read the article
Thailand extends visa waiver to 45 days
The Tourism Authority of Thailand unveils its intention to propose an innovative idea to the government. The idea is to extend the visa-free period, currently reduced to 30 days for European citizens. Here are some answers to help you find out more.
Telecommuting gives color to the U.S. market
The coronavirus pandemic has triggered a transition to remote working. This has reshaped the American market. To understand this change, academics and researchers have collected data to study the situation on the other side of the Atlantic.
Sri Lanka ETA soon valid for 6 months
People wishing to travel to Sri Lanka can now benefit from a 180-day stay. This change concerns the authorization issued in the form of an ETA. This is good news from Sri Lanka's Ministry of Tourism and Territories. There are several reasons for the government's decision to increase the period of validity ... Read the article
Japan launches its eVisa for the USA and Canada
The Japanese government has decided to relax the formalities for entering the country. The aim is to attract tourists and ease the burden on embassies and consulates. To this end, an online visa for Japan will be issued from August 18, 2022. It applies to citizens of Canada and ... Read the article
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