Since October 1 of this year, a new Jordanian regulation concerning the registration of foreigners after a 14-day stay has raised concerns among travelers, who point to constraints similar to those imposed in other countries for the monitoring of foreign residents. It should be stressed that this obligation does not apply to the vast majority of tourists. ... Read the article
India has added a new nationality to its Visa on Arrival (VoA) program. Citizens of the United Arab Emirates are now eligible for this new facility for entry into India. Eligible travelers can now use this facility at nine international airports, and make an unlimited number of ... Read the article
The main announcement made by President Trump concerned a system enabling ticket holders for matches in the USA to obtain their US visa more quickly. The process of obtaining a visa would be accelerated, particularly with regard to making an appointment at a US embassy. The program is officially known as «FIFA priority ... Read the article
On November 03, the New Zealand government announced a new visa waiver policy for Chinese citizens traveling from Australia. This measure, which facilitates entry into New Zealand for these travelers, creates a favorable atmosphere just before Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's visit to China, and reflects the great importance that ... Read the article
Algerian consulates in Europe are organizing a series of mobile consular offices during November and December 2025, designed to bring administrative services closer to Algerian nationals living abroad. These offices will provide local access to a number of essential services for members of the diaspora. This initiative, announced by the Secretary of State ... Read the article
Travel to GCC member countries is about to get smoother and more connected. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) recently approved the first phase of a «one-stop» travel system, which will be kicked off by a pilot project between the ... Read the article
The Federal Government of Somalia (GFS) has embarked on a reform of its immigration policy, marked by the imminent transition from its e-Visa system to an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), due to come fully into effect from November 27. This initiative comes against a backdrop of serious concerns about digital security and ... Read the article
India could soon be making access to its international healthcare services much smoother. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced at the 22nd CII Annual Health Summit in New Delhi that the government was exploring the possibility of offering visa-on-arrival facilities for international patients seeking treatment ... Read the article
At Visamundi, we're delighted with the Mountain View firm's latest announcement for its Google Chrome browser, which promises to drastically simplify online administrative procedures, especially for our traveling customers. Thanks to an overhaul of its auto-fill function, the browser is now able to handle information that was previously ... Read the article
Against a backdrop of heightened geopolitical tensions, the European Union (EU) has officially confirmed the adoption of stricter visa rules aimed at Russian nationals. This November 6, 2025 decision, announced in a press release the following day, comes as security concerns and warnings of a new era of confrontation reach a fever pitch... Read the article
China is modernizing its entry procedures for international travelers by launching a fully digital arrival card from November 20, 2025. According to an official announcement from the National Immigration Administration (NIA) dated November 3, this new measure will enable foreign travelers, with or without visas, to fill in their information in advance ... Read the article
From January 1, 2026, Uzbekistan will introduce a visa-free regime for all American citizens, allowing them to stay for up to 30 days without having to obtain a visa in advance. Until now, only Americans aged 55 and over have benefited from this facilitated access for tourist stays, as well as minors ... Read the article
China recently announced the extension of its visa-free entry policy for citizens of forty-five countries, a measure that will remain in force until December 31, 2026. This initiative was introduced with the specific aim of encouraging tourism, cultural exchanges and business, following the easing of travel restrictions related ... Read the article
Here's some feedback from my visit to Jersey this weekend (10/31 -> 11/01 2025): a sign in front of immigration control still seems to allow French nationals with a valid CNI (carte nationale d'identité) to enter the Channel Island of Jersey for the day, from France only. What it says... Read the article
This Friday, October 31, 2025, Sri Lanka has abolished the requirement for foreign tourists to obtain ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization). Sri Lanka's Ministry of Immigration and Emigration issued an official statement, via their website. The authorities had recently communicated in early October 2025, to request the requirement from all nationals ... Read the article
As of October 31, 2025, here's a precise, up-to-date overview of the formalities for traveling to the Channel Islands (Jersey, Guernsey, Sark, Alderney, Herm) as a French citizen, with a focus on the current situation and the changes planned for 2026.
Hurricane Melissa, considered to be one of the most violent storms of the 2025 season, crossed the Caribbean causing major damage in its path, notably in Jamaica and Cuba earlier this week. Although downgraded to Category 1 from Category 5, the storm hit the southeast ... Read the article
Since September 25, 2025, the South African government has been developing its new digital ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) system, with a phased launch. This procedure is designed to facilitate entry into the country for foreign travelers. Depending on your nationality, you may be exempted from a visa for a defined length of stay, or a visa may be ... Read the article
Since July, Kuwait has been undergoing a major change in its travel policy, with the introduction of the new "Kuwait Visa" digital platform, launched by the Ministry of the Interior. This system aims to simplify and speed up the issuance of tourist, family, business and government visas. This transformation is in line with Kuwait's ... Read the article
On October 21, 2025, Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced that Ghana would implement an electronic visa system by 2026. The main objective is to simplify entry processes for technology professionals, investors and business travelers. The initiative also aims to position the country ... Read the article
For many citizens, renewing their identity card or passport in France remains a real obstacle course, well beyond the usual summer periods. Despite an average processing time of 17 days announced by the Agence nationale des titres d'identité (France titres), a number of unforeseen obstacles often make the process laborious and costly. Here's a look ... Read the article
Iceland, world-renowned for its unspoiled natural environment, geothermal activity and spectacular northern lights, may soon be proposing an increase in its tourism tax. This measure is being considered in response to the massive influx of visitors and aims to generate additional revenue dedicated to the development of sustainable tourism in the country. Since January 01 ... Read the article
Recently, the Egyptian Embassy in Morocco announced a major change in the conditions of entry to Egypt for Moroccan citizens. The Egyptian authorities wish to simplify and facilitate travel, notably by easing the visa application procedure. At present, Moroccan nationals can apply for a conventional visa at the Egyptian Embassy, ... Read the article
Travelling is an exciting adventure... but also a source of stress for many. Between preparing documents, planning activities and dealing with the unexpected, organizing a trip can quickly become a headache. To address this need, Visamundi is launching its new mobile app, available on iOS and Android, which helps ... Read the article
Hong Kong International Airport is launching a new experience for travelers in transit: guided excursions, entirely free of charge, now enable them to discover the city during a long layover, transforming the wait between flights into an unforgettable cultural adventure. Available to all passengers with a connecting flight of more than seven hours, this new program ... Read the article
Russia has officially announced the launch of a reciprocal visa-free travel agreement with China and Saudi Arabia, a strategic initiative aimed at transforming its tourism sector and strengthening diplomatic ties. Malaysia is also part of this new proposed reciprocal visa-free regime. This major change was unveiled ... Read the article
As part of the "Visit Korea Year (2023-2024)" program, which has been in place since April 1, 2023, the Ministry of Justice is granting K-ETA exemption to travelers of various nationalities, for a defined, fixed period. Initially, this measure was due to expire on December 31, 2024. An extension has been granted by the government, ... Read the article
Are you planning a trip to the Philippines and would like to know more about the formalities for entering the country? In this article, we explain the current procedures and the new ones introduced by the Department of Foreign Affairs. The current procedures are designed to make it easier and simpler for travelers to enter ... Read the article
Against a backdrop of heightened global competition for technological talent, China has taken a major step forward by launching its new K visa on October 1, 2025. This initiative aims to attract young foreign graduates and professionals in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields, while the United States is tightening its migration policy ... Read the article
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has confirmed a significant reform aimed at simplifying access to the Umrah rites. From now on, all visa holders, regardless of their type, can perform the Umrah pilgrimage during their stay in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This information was relayed by the ... Read the article
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