The Americas Travel Information category provides up-to-date information on travel formalities in the countries of Central, South and North America. This category is designed to publish information on visas, passports, required vaccinations, travel restrictions and customs regulations for travelers visiting various American countries. Articles published in this category will contain useful tips for travelers, information on precautions to take, recent changes in laws and regulations, as well as updates on known incidents that could affect the safety of travelers to various U.S. destinations.
With the 2026 World Cup fast approaching, the US authorities and FIFA have just launched a crucial scheme for international fans: the «FIFA Pass». On January 20, 2026, FIFA officially announced the launch of applications. The aim is to reduce the backlog of visa applications ... Read the article
The Direction Générale de la Migration (DGM) has announced the extension of a measure eagerly awaited by international travelers and tourism professionals. The relaxation of entry rules, which exempts certain tourists from the «six-month validity» rule, has been extended for a further year. The measure has been in force since December 1. Read the article
The US State Department has announced an indefinite pause in the processing of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, a measure that will take effect on January 21. The purpose of this decision is to re-evaluate entry procedures and visa issuance for the nationalities concerned. A far-reaching measure The suspension concerns a ... Read the article
If you're used to crossing the Atlantic for business or pleasure, you'll know the procedure by heart: an online request, around forty dollars, and 72 hours later (often less), the famous ESTA lands in your mailbox. But did you know that this comfort, which we've been taking for granted for almost ... Read the article
You're planning a trip to the Caribbean and want to know more about travel formalities. We explain the latest government updates. Depending on the islands you visit, the authorities may require you to pay a tourist tax. This may be a tourist tax, depending on your accommodation, or a ... Read the article
The US military operation that led to the capture and exfiltration of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores has thrown travel formalities to and around Venezuela into turmoil.
U.S. border control is undergoing a major change. The United States will now check travelers' social media history. This decision marks a turning point in homeland security management. A notice has been published by the Federal Register, the official journal of the U.S. federal government. The ... Read the article
On November 27, the Canadian government announced the introduction of digital visas. More specifically, the services provided by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) will be modernized. This project will be developed and tested for a limited period. Not all citizens eligible for a visa will be affected by this change. Find out more... 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
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
From September 30, 2025, Hungarian citizens will once again have full access to the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for the United States. This decision marks the end of the restrictions introduced in 2023, which limited the validity of the ESTA authorization to one year and a single entry into ... Read the article
On September 19, 2025, the White House clarified the new $100,000 fee for the H-1B work visa, a measure that has caused considerable concern in India and the international technology sector. This visa, prized by foreign engineers, computer scientists and scientists, allows professionals to ... Read the article
From September 30, 2025, the price of the ESTA electronic travel authorization will almost double, from $21 to $40. This increase, confirmed by the U.S. authorities, will apply to all travelers under the Visa Waiver Program wishing to visit the United States. Reasons for the increase A proposal ... Read the article
July 29, 2025 marks a change for all travelers to and from Ecuador: the online Customs Register Form (Formulario de Registro Aduanero), previously required only in specific cases, will become mandatory for absolutely everyone crossing the country's borders.
Spanish influencers Mery Caldass and Alejandro Cid recently experienced a mishap that was much commented on on social networks. Preparing a trip to Puerto Rico to attend a Bad Bunny concert, they relied on ChatGPT to check whether they needed a visa as European citizens. The artificial intelligence ... Read the article
Argentina has officially applied to rejoin the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP). If accepted, this measure would enable millions of Argentines to travel to the United States for tourism or business without having to apply for a visa, as was already the case between 1996 and 2002 before the ... Read the article
Donald Trump's U.S. administration has announced a new anti-immigration measure that could significantly impact U.S. entry requirements for nationals of certain countries. Starting in mid-August 2025, a one-year pilot project will require certain applicants for tourist (B-2) and business (B-1) visas to post a financial deposit of up to... Read the article
On July 25, 2025, the Mexican government published new guidelines for the issuance of visitor visas, as well as temporary and permanent residence visas. The text aims to modernize migration legislation, which was last revised in 2014. Visas to be obtained in digital format (e-visas) The new rules for obtaining ... Read the article
The Cuban Ministry of Tourism (MINTUR) has issued essential information via its official social networks as the new mandatory electronic visa for certain travelers to Cuba approaches. As of July this year, all travelers wishing to visit Cuba for tourism purposes will be required to obtain an electronic visa via the ... Read the article
The Cuban government has recently modified its entry requirements, requiring certain travelers from Miami and other U.S. cities to obtain an electronic visa prior to departure. This measure, announced by the Cuban Ministry of Tourism (Mintur), marks a significant change in Cuba's entry procedures and concerns ... Read the article
The U.S. Embassy in India recently issued a strong warning to Indian citizens, alerting them to the consequences of overstaying their U.S. visas. The message is aimed specifically at Indian travelers currently in the U.S. or planning to visit the country, whether on visas ... Read the article
On June 5, 2025, President Trump signed two major presidential proclamations restricting access to U.S. territory for certain foreign nationals and international students. Travel ban for 19 nationalities As of June 9, 2025, a ban on visas and entry into the United States applies to nationals of 19 countries. For 12 ... Read the article
On May 27, 2025, Washington decided to suspend the processing of student visas for foreigners, plunging thousands of young people into uncertainty as the start of the academic year approaches. This information was communicated by the American political media, Politico. An immediate, across-the-board freeze U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ordered the ... Read the article
Since May 5, Cuban citizens wishing to travel to Europe have benefited from a simplified procedure for obtaining a Schengen visa, thanks to an initiative by the Swedish Embassy in Havana. This change facilitates access to one of the most popular visas for Cuban travelers wishing to visit the European continent. Travelling with a ... Read the article
With just over a month to go before the start of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the USA, Boca Juniors are facing a major challenge: defender Ayrton Costa has been denied an entry visa to the USA on several occasions, seriously jeopardizing his presence at the ... Read the article
Travelers preparing to visit the United States under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) could soon face a significant increase in the cost of their Electronic Travel Authorization (ESTA). A proposal currently being considered by U.S. lawmakers suggests raising the ESTA fee from 21 ... Read the article
The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) allows nationals of participating countries to travel to the United States for tourism or business for up to 90 days without having to apply for a traditional visa (but rather a ESTA). It is a key facilitator of cross-border trade, and a potential driver ... Read the article
For many years, Uruguay🇺🇾 has stood out for an administrative practice that is unique in the world, with serious consequences for thousands of naturalized citizens: their Uruguayan passports were unusable for international travel due to an error in the mention of their nationality. A misinterpretation of international standards At the root of the problem was a ... Read the article
Since April 10, 2025, nationals holding an Australian, Canadian or American passport have been required to obtain a visa to enter Brazil, following the entry into force of the executive decree establishing this requirement. Reasons for the decision According to the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this measure, decided in May 2023, is based on the principle ... Read the article
The Cuban Ministry of Tourism (MINTUR) has announced that from July 1, 2025, entry to Cuba will only be possible with an electronic visa, known as an e-visa. This new regulation aims to modernize and centralize procedures for entering the country. The official announcement was made via the Ministry's Instagram page and since ... Read the article
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