The Africa Travel Information category aims to provide up-to-date information on travel formalities in Africa. This category is dedicated to publishing information on visas, passports, mandatory vaccinations, travel restrictions and customs regulations for travelers visiting various African countries. Articles published in this category will contain useful tips for travelers, information on possible pitfalls, recent changes in laws and regulations, as well as updates on known incidents that could affect the safety of travelers to Africa.
Somalia has launched an electronic visa application system designed to simplify entry procedures, enhance security and modernize migration management. This new system, Electronic Visa and Travel Authorisation System (E-Visa/eTAS), has been accessible since September 1, 2025 via a dedicated online portal. How e-Visa/eTAS works All ... Read the article
Since Morocco launched its electronic visa service (e-visa) in July 2022, almost half a million applications have been processed in three years. The third year saw a significant increase, with nearly 187,900 applications, up sharply on the previous year. The electronic visa (e-visa) The e-visa can ... Read the article
Senegal has recently modified its immigration policy by introducing an electronic visa system (e-visa) for nationals of countries that apply visas to Senegalese nationals. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko announced that the travelers concerned will now have to pay their visa application fees online before arrival. This reform is part of the ... Read the article
This month, the Visamundi team has selected two key destinations for the summer: Kenya and Tanzania. Both countries offer a complete travel experience, from the heart of the national parks to the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Are you planning a trip to one (or both) of these destinations? Have you booked ... Read the article
The Kenyan government has officially lifted the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirement for nationals of South Africa and other southern African countries. Earlier this year, the authorities had announced the exemption of the majority of African countries (our previous article). This decision has now evolved and aims to reinforce free movement on the continent ... Read the article
On July 08, 2025, maintenance was carried out on Cameroon's official consular services portal. The e-Visa application form has been updated. Discover in this article, the new required information that could impact your next online visa application. e-Visa application form update ... Read the article
Gabon has announced the introduction of a free tourist e-visa for all international travelers between July 1 and September 30, 2025. The measure was presented at a press conference in Libreville on June 30, 2025 by Tourism Minister Pascal Ogowe Siffon and Interior Minister Hermann Immongault. ... Read the article
On May 16, 2025, Mozambique announced the immediate and temporary suspension of the requirement for travelers from 29 visa-exempt countries to register at least 48 hours before arriving in the country. This measure, introduced at the end of April 2025, was intended to strengthen border security and improve ... Read the article
South Africa is set to transform its immigration processes with the launch in September 2025 of a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system. The system, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), is designed for tourists on short stays of less than 90 days. Interior Minister Leon Schreiber presented the ... Read the article
For certain nationalities, an electronic visa or e-Visa is required to travel to Botswana. Find out the latest news and requirements 🇧🇼 An electronic visa application portal Botswana's electronic visa application system (e-Visa), which was suspended at the end of April 2025, is once again accessible. Travelers ... Read the article
The Minister of the Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has warned that airlines carrying passengers to Nigeria without valid entry visas, landing or exit cards, will be sanctioned. The statement was made during a sensitization program in Lagos, dedicated to the implementation of the electronic visa system (E-Visa) ... Read the article
The government has introduced a new online visa application platform, enabling travelers from visa-requiring countries to complete all their procedures via the Internet, replacing the old system based on paper forms. Expansion of the border management system This initiative is part of the expansion of the Border Management System ... Read the article
Good news for families. The Algerian Consulate in Nanterre has announced a measure that will make things simpler for some applicants by doing away with the need to make an appointment.
Egypt will extend its free 96-hour transit visa until the end of April 2026, enabling travellers stopping over at the country's international airports to discover Egypt free of charge and without complex formalities. Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly recently announced, at an official meeting on April 23, the extension ... Read the article
From May 1, 2025, Nigeria will take the next step in the modernization of its immigration policy with the official launch of two major innovations: the electronic visa (e-Visa) and the arrival card. These measures are designed to simplify, speed up and secure entry into Nigeria for international travelers, whether tourists, men ... Read the article
As of April 1, 2025, Namibia requires visas from citizens of 33 countries, including several European and Western nations, due to the principle of diplomatic reciprocity. Applications can be made via a new online e-Visa system. The fee is 1,600 N$ (approx. €82) for countries ... Read the article
As of March 24, the U.S. Embassy in Morocco has introduced a new requirement for visa applicants. From now on, it is imperative that the confirmation number/bar code (starting with "AA") on the DS-160 form corresponds exactly to the one used when booking an appointment online. If the confirmation number/bar code on ... Read the article
Capago International has officially launched its operations in Algeria to manage Schengen visa applications for France. This transition marks a major turning point in the visa application process for Algerians wishing to travel to France. Since March 16, Capago International has been operating as ... Read the article
As of March 11, 2025, Liberia has implemented an electronic visa-on-arrival system for international travelers, marking an important step in the modernization of its immigration services. This initiative, led by the Liberian Immigration Service (LIS), aims to facilitate the entry of foreign visitors by air. A request ... Read the article
A recent proposal from the Moroccan parliament has sparked a lively debate on the possible introduction of a compulsory visa for European citizens wishing to visit Morocco. The initiative, put forward by two members of parliament from the Union Nationale des Travailleurs du Maroc, aims to establish reciprocity with European countries that impose visas on Moroccans. ... Read the article
Morocco launches "Yalla", the must-have mobile app for CAN 2025 fans In the run-up to the African Cup of Nations (CAN) 2025, to be held in Morocco from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026, the country is preparing to welcome fans with innovative initiatives. Among these, the "Yalla" mobile application is ... Read the article
Kenya to introduce multiple-entry electronic travel authorization (eTA). Kenyan President William Ruto has announced that the government will review visa and eTA requirements for passengers arriving at the port of Mombasa, in a bid to stimulate growth in cruise tourism. ... Read the article
Nigeria is modernizing its visa application process with the upcoming launch of an e-Visa mobile application. The initiative aims to make it easier for international visitors to obtain visas, and to make the experience faster and simpler. Improving the visa application process The Minister of the Interior of ... Read the article
Namibia is about to launch its new e-visa system, following allegations that its online visa system was malfunctioning. The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security (MHAISS) denied the allegations, explaining that the system had not yet been launched. It ... Read the article
The latest news comes from the Sahel, a region where borders, identities and alliances are being redefined. At the heart of these changes, the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), made up of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, has distinguished itself with a bold initiative: the creation of a single visa, dubbed the "Liptako Visa". ... Read the article
Kenya recently announced a major change to its travel policy, removing the requirement for electronic travel authorization (eTA) for the majority of African citizens. Travelers from many African countries can enter Kenya without the need for a prior eTA. This exemption does not apply to Somalia and Libya ... Read the article
The Mauritanian government has just announced a radical simplification of administrative procedures for travelers. Gone are the days of long queues at embassies and consulates, as Mauritania enters the digital age for visa applications. As of January 5, 2025, the electronic visa, or e-Visa, will be compulsory for all foreign travelers requiring ... Read the article
The dynamic West African country of Ghana🇬🇭 recently decided to abolish visa requirements for all African citizens. The decision, announced by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, marks a new step towards continental unity and integration. The decision to make Ghana visa-free for Africans was announced ... Read the article
In 2024, Kenya took the important step of abolishing visa requirements for all visitors from around the world, replacing this system with an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). Yet barely a year later, the idea of revising this policy is already gaining ground, motivated by criticism and fallout ... Read the article
Contrary to information relayed by certain sources or travelers' Facebook groups, the Seychelles authorities have confirmed to our agency that the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) remains compulsory for all travelers, including those in transit cruising in the archipelago. This clarification puts an end to the uncertainties caused by negotiations between some of the ... Read the article
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