The Visamundi teams keep abreast of frequent legislative changes in immigration policy and share trends, news, announcements, rumors and other relevant information with you.
Burundi has recently launched its brand new electronic visa to facilitate travel for tourists and professionals. This document is used to submit the visa application, which will be finalized on arrival in Burundi.
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.
We're delighted to introduce you to a unique and enchanting destination: Myanmar, also known as Burma. Nestled in the heart of Southeast Asia, this country offers an authentic and memorable experience for travelers in search of adventure and authentic cultural discovery.
As of January 1, 2024, the Kenyan government has introduced a new electronic travel authorization application system called ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) following its visa waiver announcement. Anyone wishing to travel to Kenya must now obtain an ETA before departure. To simplify the process, the country has ... Read the article
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.
Since March 21, 2024, Libya has officially offered an electronic visa system to facilitate international travelers wishing to visit, live or work in the country. This is the culmination of a multi-year project aimed at boosting the flow of people entering the country.
According to the local authorities, demand for visas to Russia is rising sharply, thanks in part to the growing interest in the country on the part of foreign tourists. In 2023, statistics show an impressive increase in the number of visas issued by Russian diplomatic missions and consulates abroad. What's more, access to the Russian e-Visa ... Read the article
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.
The certificat d'hébergement, now known as the attestation d'accueil, is a compulsory document in France for non-European foreigners coming to the country for a private or family stay of less than 3 months.
Citizens of Dominique🇩🇲, Honduras🇭🇳 and Vanuatu🇻🇺 have seen new visa restrictions put in place to enter Ireland since March 7, 2024. This decision was taken to align Irish visa policy with that of the UK and the Schengen area.
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
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.
Passeport Talent is a French program designed to attract highly qualified professionals from around the world, offering them 4 years to live and work in France. To be eligible, candidates must possess exceptional skills likely to contribute to France's economy or cultural landscape.
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.
On March 1, 2024, following a meeting between the Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Fariz Rzayev, and his Albanian counterpart Besart Kadia, an agreement was signed to end the visa regime between Azerbaijan and Albania. The agreement stipulates that holders of ordinary passports from both countries ... Read the article
Faced with tense relations in the Caucasus region and Armenia's desire to draw closer to Europe, the European Union (EU) has recently initiated discussions with a view to lifting visa requirements for Armenian citizens.
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
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.
The Working Holiday Program (WHP) between France and Australia celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, launched in 2004. Since then, more than 330,000 young French people aged between 18 and 35 have had the opportunity to explore Australia while working there.
The French government is planning to abolish the specific territorialized visa for the Indian Ocean island of Mayotte. This measure should ease the constraints associated with travel to mainland France, and reduce the attractiveness of neighboring Comoros as a place to settle.
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
The Israeli government has officially announced the launch of its e-Visa and ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) to facilitate the entry of foreign tourists into its territory. This long-awaited measure will be implemented in the coming weeks.
The Kenyan government recently decided to exempt nationals of 7 countries, including one in Europe, from paying the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) fee to enter the country.
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.
South Africa is considering the creation of a digital nomad worker visa to support the development of the national economy and attract foreign talent. This type of visa would offer numerous advantages to professionals in the technology sector, while strengthening the country's competitiveness on the international stage.
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.
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