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.
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
A recent directive from the United States concerning the indication of "sex at birth" on visa and ESTA (Electronic Travel Authorization System) applications requires special attention from our travelers. This new measure, which came into force following a presidential decree signed on January 20, 2025, stipulates that ... Read the article
At Visamundi, we keep a close eye on news from the world of travel and technology. Recently, an article from Clubic particularly caught our attention: the story of an Australian traveler stranded at the airport for trusting ChatGPT's erroneous information about visa requirements for Chile. The story highlights ... 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
Airports around the world could soon be the scene of new scenes of confusion and uncertainty. According to reports in various media, the Trump administration is preparing to unveil a new salvo of travel restrictions to the United States, already prompting strong reactions and major questions about formalities for travelers from certain ... Read the article
Donald Trump has reinstated Cuba on the list of state sponsors of terrorism upon his return to the presidency, reversing Joe Biden's decision to remove the island from the list just days before the end of his term. This decision has important consequences for international travelers, particularly those who have visited ... Read the article
U.S. President Donald Trump is considering closing several U.S. consulates in France, including the one in Strasbourg, as part of a State Department cost-cutting policy. This decision, if implemented, could have repercussions both for travelers and for Franco-American diplomatic relations. According to information revealed ... Read the article
Belize is launching a new digital immigration and customs declaration system, accessible online from December 1, 2024, to facilitate travel. The free, confidential system allows inbound and outbound travelers to submit their forms prior to arrival at Philip Goldson International Airport, then progressively at all points ... Read the article
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