The Visamundi teams keep abreast of frequent legislative changes in immigration policy and share trends, news, announcements, rumors and other relevant information with you.
Obtaining a visa for the United States has just reached a new level of complexity. At the end of April 2026, an internal memo from the US State Department revealed a major change to the embassy interview procedure. From now on, every applicant for a temporary visa will be subject to a strict filter linked to asylum and security in ... Read the article
Egypt, a key destination in the Mediterranean basin and on the Red Sea, is restructuring its tourism policy for 2026. Faced with rapidly growing international demand - particularly from India, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan - the immigration authorities have introduced significant changes to entry fees. The fees ... Read the article
As of today, April 27, 2026, Thailand has officially rolled out a major revision of its visa and consular service fees for Indian applicants. Announced by the Royal Thai Embassy in New Delhi, this fee increase is part of a broader drive by the Thai government to restructure its welcome policy on a global scale ... Read the article
Arriving by sea in India has always represented an administrative challenge for travelers from all over the world and for tourism professionals. Good news for cruise passengers and crews: India's Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has just officially extended e-visa access to 14 new seaports. However, the regulations governing ... Read the article
After four years of total closure following the events of February 2022, a glimmer of hope is emerging for commercial aviation in Eastern Europe. The Ukrainian authorities, in close collaboration with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), are actively preparing the reopening of their airspace. Lviv: The ... Read the article
Since April 2026, the Maldives archipelago has considerably simplified its immigration system. In response to the recent global air disruptions, the Maldivian government has revised its policy to make it much easier for international travelers to extend their stay. Here's everything you need to know to manage your Maldivian visa with complete peace of mind, whatever ... Read the article
The Saudi authorities have just launched the “No Hajj without a permit” plan. If you travel to Saudi Arabia in the next few weeks on a visitor's visa (tourism, business, family), you will be strictly denied access to Mecca. The Saudi Ministry of the Interior has taken a tougher stance for the Hajj 2026 season. Faced with ... Read the article
Faced with ever-increasing international traffic and notoriously long customs queues, Vietnam is modernizing its entry procedures. Since April 15, 2026, the Vietnamese authorities have introduced a new compulsory formality: the Digital Arrival Card for travelers landing in Ho Chi Minh City. What is it? Read the article
Russia is modernizing its borders. If you are one of the travelers benefiting from a visa exemption for the Russian Federation, a new digital step is now mandatory before your departure. The RuID (Gosuslugi RuID) system transforms entry into a digitized process, and here's our practical guide to anticipating this step and avoiding ... Read the article
Japan is experiencing an unprecedented tourist craze. While the shrines of Kyoto and the bustling streets of Tokyo continue to inspire travelers from around the world, this massive influx is not without consequences. To preserve its heritage and modernize its infrastructure, Japan has introduced new tourist taxes effective ... Read the article
Uganda has just announced some important news for future international travelers. In anticipation of the African Cup of Nations (CAN / AFCON), to be held from June 19 to July 18 2027, the Ugandan authorities have officially announced a three-month visa waiver for all international travelers. Whatever the reason ... Read the article
For eleven years, obtaining a visa for Venezuela was an obstacle course. An American had to go through Mexico. A Canadian had to wait six weeks. A Peruvian navigated between closed consulates, ghost appointments and a paper form that clearly dated from another era. And then, on April 9, 2026, the Venezuelan Ministry ... Read the article
As of this Friday, April 10, 2026, the European Union has definitively updated its migration policy: the entry/exit system, or EES, is now fully operational in all 29 participating European countries. The major airports were the first to be equipped with self-service check-in kiosks as part of the gradual launch at the end of 2025. If you're traveling ... Read the article
Travel formalities are changing at British borders. If you're planning a trip to the Channel Islands (Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Sark or Herm), a new digital control rule comes into force. This is in line with the system already in force for entering the UK. The procedure is therefore the same if you are planning to ... Read the article
The process for traveling to the USA without a visa just got tougher. The US authorities have officially added a new biometric step to the Visa Waiver Program: the mandatory uploading of a passport photo or selfie when applying for a ESTA. Until recently, obtaining an electronic travel authorization (ESTA) for U.S. citizens ... Read the article
You've probably seen the scare on TikTok or X over the Easter weekend: Germany is suddenly preventing its citizens from traveling freely. At Visamundi, where we process hundreds of visa applications every day for travelers from all over the world, tracking down obscure administrative reforms is our daily business. Faced with the cries ... Read the article
President John Mahama has announced that Ghana will open its borders to all African passport holders on Africa Day, May 25, 2026. But this promise has been made several times before.
Sri Lanka steps up a gear to boost its tourism sector. In a move eagerly awaited by the travel industry, the Sri Lankan government has confirmed the introduction of a free tourist visa program for nationals of 40 countries. Travelers will be able to benefit from this program if they are staying in Sri Lanka for a ... Read the article
Planned, postponed, then confirmed: Thailand's notorious 300-baht entry tax is back in the news. For those of you planning a trip to Thailand, understanding this new formality is essential to avoid any surprises at the airport or land borders. A long-standing project: initially submitted in 2020, the measure had received ... Read the article
Australia is suddenly tightening its rules on entry and border crossings for international travellers. In direct response to recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the Australian government has just activated an emergency measure blocking access to its territory for certain holders of international tourist visas. Arrival Control Determination is the name of this ... Read the article
Faced with recent airspace closures and massive flight cancellations in the region, many international travelers find themselves stranded in Saudi Arabia. To prevent a logistical crisis from turning into an administrative and financial nightmare, the Saudi Ministry of Interior (MOI) has implemented an exceptional emergency measure. The directives of the ... Read the article
With a government not recognized by almost the entire international community, obtaining a visa for Afghanistan meant juggling with often inaccessible consulates.
The days when a consular officer simply stamped your passport by looking at your pay slips are officially over. In the United States, the border is no longer just physical: it's digital.
From April 1, 2026, India will be turning the page on paper-based airport formalities once and for all. The traditional disembarkation form, initially distributed on the plane, will be replaced by a 100 % digital procedure: the e-Arrival Card. Major Indian airports such as Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and ... Read the article
On March 18, the U.S. government announced a significant tightening of its migration policy regarding short-stay visas. As of April 2, 2026, the State Department is extending its Visa Bond Program to 12 new countries. A total of 50 nationalities are now affected. This measure is ... Read the article
The UK Home Office recently unveiled its new immigration and nationality fee structure, with an official start date of April 8, 2026. For international travelers - whether they're visiting for tourism, on their way to study or as part of a professional expatriation, this ... Read the article
Geopolitical instability in the Middle East in March 2026 has severely disrupted international air traffic. Between airspace closures and massive flight cancellations, thousands of travelers find themselves stranded far from home, with one major concern: the end of their visa validity. Several governments have reacted ... Read the article
If you're planning to travel to or extend your stay in Indonesia, keep an eye on the calendar. Due to the national celebrations of Nyepi and Eid el-Fitr 1447 H, the Directorate General of Immigration has announced a temporary closure of its administrative services. 🇮🇩 Important points to remember: Depending on the type of visa chosen, the ... Read the article
India has just announced the opening of new entry points, adding to the list of airports, ports and land checkpoints. For travelers wishing to use e-visa, it will now be possible to enter India via the land borders with Nepal and Bhutan. The new authorized entry points Until recently, entering India ... Read the article
Now it's official. Japan, which is experiencing a historic tourism boom with over 42 million visitors expected this year, is about to radically transform its entry conditions, for visa-exempt travelers. ©️Andre Benz / unsplash.com On March 10, 2026, the Japanese government approved an amendment to its law on the control of ... Read the article
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