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India expands categories of its electronic visa

The Indian government recently announced the expansion of its electronic visa (e-visa) categories to include new reasons for travel, thereby significantly simplifying the process for many international travelers. This initiative is in line with the Indian government's ongoing efforts to streamline and expedite immigration processes. By expanding access to electronic visas, India... Read the article

South Korea extends K-ETA exemption until December 2026

South Korea, which continues to assert its status as a major global destination, is simplifying access to its territory in order to attract more visitors. In a strong move to promote post-crisis tourism recovery, the country has not only extended the exemption from its electronic travel authorization, the K-ETA, but has also accelerated digitization... Read the article

Jordan: Police registration does not apply to tourists

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

Algeria sets up new mobile consular offices in Europe

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

Google adds passport to automatic form-filling on Chrome

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

China to launch digital arrival card on November 20

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

South Africa: What are the differences between e-visa and ETA?

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

What are the current procedures for renewing identity documents?

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'identitรฉ (France titres), a number of unforeseen obstacles often make the process laborious and costly. Here's a look ... Read the article

Faced with a tourism boom, Iceland plans to increase its tax to finance sustainable tourism

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

Hong Kong airport offers free excursions to transit passengers

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