The Asia Travel Information category provides up-to-date information on travel formalities in Asian countries such as China, Japan, India, Thailand, Malaysia and other popular destinations. This category is dedicated to publishing information on visas, passports, mandatory vaccinations, travel restrictions and customs regulations for travelers visiting various Asian 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 Asian destinations.
Travelers from Malaysia to Thailand will no longer have to fill in departure and arrival forms, as the Thai government plans to do away with the need for the T.M.6 form. This exemption is intended to further encourage tourism between Malaysia and Thailand by reducing inconvenience for travellers.
As the country seeks to facilitate entry and exit for foreigners as well as its own citizens, the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that it is in the process of negotiating visa waiver agreements with 15 countries.
Having already begun its "test" of visa-free travel for many nationalities, China continues to open up to international travelers, recently announcing the extension of its visa-free policy to 6 new European countries. Discover the details of this new measure and its implications for nationals of the countries concerned.
We still don't know whether to laugh or cry, and what symbolism we can find in it when we know how difficult it is to get a USA visa for certain nationalities. In any case, the U.S. Embassy in Japan invited Japanese baseball star Shohei Ohtani in January ... Read the article
China's Hainan province has recently expanded visa-free travel for a variety of reasons beyond simple tourism. From now on, people wishing to travel to this region for business, family visits, medical treatment, exhibitions or sporting events will be able to do so without having to ... Read the article
In 2023, Singapore's tourism sector enjoyed an impressive recovery, exceeding initial forecasts. With the arrival of 13.6 million international visitors and tourism revenues estimated at nearly S$26 billion, the sector's performance proved to be a success beyond expectations.
After a test phase, Nepal has officially launched its electronic visa system. The government's main objective is to attract more tourists by facilitating travel formalities.
India has introduced a new type of electronic visa, called the e-Ayush Visa, specially designed for foreigners wishing to benefit from traditional Indian medicine. The initiative is designed to encourage medical tourism and boost global recognition of India's traditional healthcare systems.
In response to the impact of COVID-19 on its tourism sector, Thailand has launched an innovative initiative to boost tourist safety and confidence. The "Thailand Traveller Safety" program, in effect from January 1 to August 31, 2024, offers up to 500,000 baht () of medical coverage for visitors in ... Read the article
Since February 14, 2024, the island of Bali has finally rolled out its new tourist tax aimed at foreign visitors. To facilitate payment, the authorities have developed the Love Bali portal and a dedicated mobile application. In this article, we explain how to pay this compulsory tax, and which categories of travelers can benefit from an exemption.
Cambodia and Thailand are working together to set up a joint visa scheme to encourage tourism between the two countries. The project also aims to include other Southeast Asian countries, to facilitate tourist travel within this dynamic region of cultural and natural riches.
Indian travelers can rejoice: the Sri Lankan government is reportedly considering extending the visa waiver period beyond March 2024. The initiative aims to position Sri Lanka as an easily accessible destination for neighboring Indian tourists.
To further boost trade and tourism between Turkey and India, Turkey would like to obtain e-Visas for its citizens traveling to India.
The Land of the Rising Sun is becoming a popular destination for independent workers and freelancers from all over the world, thanks to the recent introduction of a visa specially designed for them. The digital nomad visa will enable individuals from 49 countries to live and work in Japan for a period of ... Read the article
The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs recently launched a mobile application designed to facilitate access to consular services. The app offers a range of information and services, including an alert system, Internet calls, an automated question-and-answer system and embassy location services.
China has announced a visa-free policy for Swiss citizens, strengthening diplomatic ties between the two countries. Switzerland now joins a select group of European nations enjoying visa-free access to China.
On January 9, the Indonesian government launched a new website for electronic visa applications.
China has once again announced measures to facilitate access to the country and boost its economy in the wake of the pandemic. These reforms mainly concern entry procedures, visa renewal and relief for frequent travelers.
February 14th is not just a day for lovers, at least not in Bali. The provincial government recently announced the introduction of a tax for foreign tourists (Tourist Levy). The measure, which comes into force on February 14, 2024, is designed to preserve and promote the island's traditions, art, ... Read the article
The South Korean government is keen to attract teleworkers and Korean culture enthusiasts. In 2024, 2 new types of visa will be offered: the workation visa and the Korean culture training visa.
India adds a new entry point for international travelers holding an e-visa. As of December 29, 2023, Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport in Indore is now accessible with this type of visa to facilitate access for visitors and boost local tourism.
South Korea has launched an innovative application called Trip.PASS, which considerably simplifies the lives of tourists by enabling them to travel without having to carry their passports or credit cards when moving around the country. We take a closer look at this revolutionary solution, which is proving a runaway success with travelers.
Originally approved in February 2023 by the previous government, the plan was to charge 300 baht for foreign visitors arriving by air and 150 baht for those arriving by land or sea, with part of the funds earmarked for foreign tourists' health and accident insurance. However, the implementation date ... Read the article
Focus on the recent change concerning access to the Indian e-Visa system for holders of British passports issued in territories such as Gibraltar. After encountering problems in 2019, this situation has been resolved thanks to the joint efforts of the Indian and British authorities. From now on, residents of Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey and ... Read the article
The Executive Committee of Pakistan's Special Investment Facilitation Board recently approved the introduction of a SIFC visa, designed to encourage foreign investors to set up business in Pakistan. This decision represents a major step forward in the creation of an enabling environment for business and investment.
Electronic Travel Authorization for South Korea, also known as K-ETA, is required for travelers of various nationalities wishing to visit this Asian country. However, according to an update provided by Korean Air citing Timatic, the exemption from this process no longer concerns only 22 nationalities as ... Read the article
The Malaysian government recently introduced a digital arrival card system for foreign travelers, making it compulsory to fill in the card from December 1, 2023. In this article, we'll explain what this means and how to fill in the arrival card.
Planning a trip to China? Good news! French nationals can now take advantage of a temporary visa exemption for tourist stays of less than 15 days in force between today, December 1, 2023 and November 30, 2024. This announcement was made by the Chinese Embassy in France on Friday ... Read the article
The Thai authorities in France have announced new arrangements to simplify visa formalities for French nationals.
From December 1, nationals of six countries, including France🇫🇷, Allemagne🇩🇪, Italie🇮🇹, Bas🇳🇱, Espagne🇪🇸 and Malaisie🇲🇾, will be able to visit China without needing a visa for stays of up to 15 days. The aim of this measure is to promote economic exchanges and tourism between these countries and ... Read the article
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