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.
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
St. Kitts and Nevis, the Caribbean archipelago, is set to modernize its entry procedures with the introduction of an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system planned for 2025 for visa-exempt nationalities. The initiative, announced by Prime Minister Terrance Drew in his December 16, 2024 budget speech, aims to simplify the traveler experience while strengthening ... Read the article
The Panamanian government has just published a decree that considerably extends visa exemption for certain foreign travelers. The measure, which will come into force on January 1, 2025, is designed to simplify entry into the country for holders of visas or residence permits issued by nations considered "safe". Until now, travelers ... Read the article
Do you dream of living the famous "American Dream"? The Diversity Visa Program, also known as the "Green Card Lottery", could be your ticket to the United States. Administered by the U.S. Department of State, this program offers up to 55,000 immigrant visas a year to people from countries with a low ... Read the article
Qatar has just joined the prestigious club of countries benefiting from the visa waiver program for the United States. This historic announcement makes the small emirate the first Gulf country to join this coveted scheme. From December 1, 2024, Qataris will be able to travel across the Atlantic without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. ... Read the article
Travelers beware: if you've got a tourist card for Cuba sitting in a drawer, it's time to dust it off! The Cuban authorities have just announced an extension to the validity of these precious sesames. Originally scheduled to expire at the end of 2024, the deadline has now been set for June 30, 2025. A ... Read the article
Cuba has just relaxed its entry procedures for foreign visitors, news that should delight travelers and tourism professionals alike. No more last-minute stress about completing formalities online! From now on, tourists will be able to register on the D'Viajeros platform up to one week (7 days) before their arrival on the island. This ... Read the article
In a landmark announcement for U.S.-Qatari relations, the U.S. State Department has confirmed that Qatar will become, as of December 1, 2024, the 42nd country to join the prestigious U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP). This decision makes Qatar the first Gulf Arab state to benefit from ... Read the article
On September 18, 2024, the U.S. State Department officially launched its online passport renewal system. The announcement, made by Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma at the Skift Global Forum, is the culmination of months of rigorous development and testing. The new system is based on a secure platform accessible via the ... Read the article
Dreaming of discovering Cuba? Great news: the launch of the new Cuban e-visa website makes organizing your trip a whole lot easier. No more administrative hassles, now it's time for adventure! Here's all the information you need to plan your getaway to the island of ... Read the article
Ecuador has taken a significant step towards modernizing its immigration procedures by launching an electronic visa and apostille system. This initiative, implemented by Ecuador's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility, aims to simplify and speed up the visa process for international travelers.
Cuba has officially launched its website for the transition from the traditional tourist card to an electronic visa (e-Visa). This change marks an important step in the modernization of entry procedures for international travelers. The new system, accessible via evisacuba.cu, aims to simplify and speed up the process of obtaining visas for ... Read the article
Starting May 6, 2024, Cuba will replace the traditional tourist card (green and pink) with a modern eVisa system. Announced at the FITCuba 2024 international tourism fair after some rumors, this initiative reflects the adaptation of Cuban consular services to the digital age.
The Biden administration recently implemented regulations aimed at strengthening consumer protections in the airline industry. The new guidelines, which are being phased in over two years, require airlines to provide automatic refunds to passengers affected by significant delays, cancellations and other specific disruptions.
The Cuban government plans to implement an electronic visa system to replace traditional tourist cards starting in 2025.
Finding your way around airports can be a real headache, especially when it comes to customs and immigration checks. However, thanks to the Mobile Passport Control (MPC) app, this process is simplified for travelers to the USA. Find out how this application works and how it can save you time ... Read the article
The U.S. government has allocated $50 million to the State Department, with the aim of reducing waiting times and delays in obtaining visas and passports. The funding package was signed by President Joe Biden, with the support of the U.S. Travel Association, which advocates measures ... Read the article
The Brazilian government has announced the postponement of the introduction of electronic visas for Australian, Canadian and American nationals until April 10, 2025. Originally scheduled for October 1, 2023, this decision had already been postponed earlier this year, and was due to come into force on April 10, 2024.
Originally scheduled for March 1, 2024, the implementation of the electronic visa application system by the Trinidad and Tobago Immigration Division 🇹🇹 has been postponed until further notice. This change impacts travelers who require a visa to enter the country.
The Galapagos National Park government has decided to take steps to limit the impact of mass tourism on this fragile ecosystem. Raising the entrance fee to access these islands, located off the coast of Ecuador, should help preserve the environment while developing sustainable tourism and stimulating the economy ... Read the article
As of February 29, 2024, the eligibility criteria for the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) have been modified for Mexican nationals, accused by Ottawa of abusing the overstay in Canada or using the ETA to subsequently enter the USA.
From now on, travelers wishing to visit Suriname🇸🇷 must take into account a new regulation concerning entry fees. Since January 15, 2024, it has been compulsory to pay these fees before boarding a flight to this South American country.
From April 10, 2024, all nationals of several Western countries, including the USA, Canada or Australia, will need a visa for any reason when visiting Brazil. One clarification has caused considerable concern and drawn the attention of the general public: travelers must now prove that they have access to a ... Read the article
Brazilian authorities have announced a further postponement of the visa requirement for citizens of the USA, Canada and Australia. Originally scheduled for January 10, 2024, this measure has now been postponed to April 10, 2024.
The Government of Canada will implement the Apostille Convention on January 11, 2024. This system is designed to simplify the authentication of public documents. This means that a single certificate, called an Apostille, will be required to authenticate Canadian public documents, such as birth and marriage certificates, educational documents, export records and ... Read the article
El Salvador has launched a program aimed at attracting investors from around the world willing to participate in the country's economic and social development. In collaboration with Tether, the company behind the first stablecoin on the market, USDT, the Salvadoran government has created the Adopting El Salvador Freedom Visa Program. ... Read the article
After having postponed it, Brazil has announced the reactivation of its electronic visa application system (e-Visa) for nationals of 3 countries from December 1, 2023. Travelers from the United States Unis🇺🇸, Canada🇨🇦 and Australie🇦🇺 will now need to obtain this document to enter the country.
Good news for E visa holders and applicants! As of Thursday November 16, the duration of this entrepreneur and investor visa will be extended from 2 to 4 years.
The Dominican government, in its constant concern to offer the best possible services to the country's citizens living abroad, is reviewing the cost of the various types of visa as well as other consulate-related services. Transparency in the management of fees is also being promoted.
Peru has just announced the creation of a new visa specifically for self-employed workers and employees working remotely: the digital nomad visa. With this initiative, the South American country joins a growing club of nations that see these workers of the future as an economic and cultural opportunity.
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