The Visamundi teams keep abreast of frequent legislative changes in immigration policy and share trends, news, announcements, rumors and other relevant information with you.
**UPDATE July 28: service now back to normal** The Kenyan government recently announced the temporary suspension of e-Visa issuance for international travelers, following a cyber attack on the dedicated e-Visa website. This measure was taken in order to assess the extent of the damage caused by ... Read the article
In a major breakthrough for bilateral relations, Brazil and Mexico have taken a decisive step towards facilitating travel between the two nations. The Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs recently unveiled an agreement with its Mexican counterpart to set up a mutual electronic visa system. This initiative is designed to simplify ... Read the article
August 1, 2023 will mark the re-launch date of Russia's electronic visa (E-Visa). Kremlin authorities have announced that this online visa will be available to eligible travelers from the beginning of the month. This e-visa service had been suspended in 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic ... Read the article
The White House has decided to set up a dedicated task force to avoid visa chaos at the 2026 World Cup. The decision comes amid concerns about U.S. entry protocols that could affect millions of fans. The 2026 World Cup will be held in ... Read the article
The Zimbabwean government's recent announcement of an online border management system has generated considerable interest. The initiative, which aims to modernize and facilitate procedures for entering and staying in the country, is a major step towards the adoption of more advanced technologies to improve efficiency ... Read the article
To finance its preservation, the Indonesian authorities have announced that from 2024, Bali will impose a tax of 10 US dollars per holidaymaker.
Focus on the different steps you need to take to obtain a visa for Turkey, depending on your nationality. Algerian, American and Canadian nationals have specific procedures for obtaining their e-Visa. It's essential to find out all you need to know before you leave.
Immigration Minister Sean Fraser has unveiled a program to attract digital talent. Canada will soon join the group of countries that allow nomadic digital workers to work remotely on their territory.
From July 5 until at least August 2024, Japan Airlines, in partnership with Sumitomo Corporation, is testing an innovative new service called "Any Wear, Anywhere", enabling travelers to rent clothes during their stay in Japan. This revolutionary concept enables customers to travel light without sacrificing their style of dress while on the move.
The Philippines has announced that it will expand its electronic visa system (e-visa) in the 3rd quarter of this year to facilitate entry into the country and stimulate foreign investment. According to Jesus Domingo, Undersecretary for Consular Affairs at the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs, the new system will greatly facilitate the application process ... Read the article
Algeria's air transport sector is about to undergo a major transformation, with air traffic forecast to grow by 50%. This announcement was made by the Minister of Transport, Youcef Chorfa.
In the first five months of 2023, Indonesia recorded the arrival of 4.12 million international visitors, representing a 4-fold increase over the same period in 2022, according to figures from the National Bureau of Statistics.
A meeting with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation concerning visa regulations took place at the end of June at the Libyan Passport and Nationality Department in Tripoli.
In a press release from the South Korean Immigration Service on June 29, 2023, a major announcement was made concerning K-ETA, the electronic travel authorization for South Korea. From July 3, 2023, the validity of the K-ETA travel authorization will be extended from 2 to 3 years.
The current situation in Eastern Europe has prompted thousands of people to take to the roads to neighboring countries such as Moldavia and Romania. This strong exodus is having an impact on the Balkan countries, while many exiles from Africa, the Near East and the Middle East are crossing the region on their way to Europe. At the same time, ... Read the article
In an effort to boost tourism, South Korea has begun accepting applications for electronic group visas, also known as e-Group Visas. This new initiative was introduced on June 27, and has opened up a more convenient and efficient avenue for group travel ... Read the article
RwandAir, Rwanda's national airline, has announced the opening of a new direct service between Paris and Kigali from today, June 27, 2023. The French capital thus becomes the ninth European destination served by the Rwandan airline. This new route reflects Rwanda's and Africa's determination to open up to the rest of the world. Read the article
In response to the global health crisis, Vietnam has decided to extend the validity of its visa waiver and electronic visa (e-visa) in order to boost tourism and attract more international travelers. The new provisions include a visa waiver for stays of 45 days and an e-visa valid for up to ... Read the article
Discussions are currently underway at Indonesian government level regarding a possible increase in visa-on-arrival fees. Indonesia's Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, recently confirmed that discussions are ongoing and that a significant increase, potentially a tripling of current fees, could be on the cards.
In a recent statement, EgyptAir announced that travelers can now obtain a free transit visa to enter Egypt and stay for between 8 and 96 hours.
A visa is a compulsory travel document for certain countries, depending on your nationality. While European nationals are exempt from visa requirements when traveling from one European country to another, the majority of countries in the world require travelers wishing to stay on their soil to present a ... Read the article
Travelers to the United States now have a new option to facilitate the administrative process. The "ESTA Mobile" mobile application has been launched by the U.S. government to allow users to scan their passport, verify information and take a selfie to complete their Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) application. Read the article
Known for its unique approach to development based on Gross National Happiness rather than Gross Domestic Product, the small Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan has long maintained a highly selective tourism policy. To preserve the integrity of its cultural and natural heritage, and to protect the tranquillity of its inhabitants, the local authorities ... Read the article
July 1, 2023 marks a significant turning point in the history of Equatorial Guinea, with the introduction of e-Visa, a new travel formality for tourists and business travelers. Initially scheduled for 2019, this step forward has suffered several delays, notably due to the Covid health crisis, but is now all set ... Read the article
Although a visa is required to enter the U.S., it does not exempt you from having to pass before U.S. immigration officials, whatever your reason for coming to the U.S. (tourism, work, study).
Indonesia has suspended its visa-free visit policy for 159 nationalities. The decision, announced by the Minister of Justice and Human Rights, Yasonna Laoly, follows concerns about disruption to public order and the possible transmission of diseases from countries not certified disease-free by the WHO.
The Kazakh government recently approved a visa waiver agreement with Vietnam, allowing citizens of both nations to travel visa-free between the two countries. The agreement aims to strengthen bilateral relations and encourage tourism, economic and cultural exchanges between Kazakhstan and Vietnam. This measure is ... Read the article
A political agreement was reached this week between the European Parliament and the Council to enable the digitization of the Schengen visa procedure. This agreement is seen as a key element of the Schengen strategy presented by the Commission in June 2021. The rules agreed aim to modernize, simplify and harmonize procedures ... Read the article
An agreement is about to be reached between the Maldivian government and the European Union on visa-free travel for Maldivian citizens within the Schengen area. As the economic situation of the Maldives is considered stable and prosperous, Europe sees no risk of immigration and will grant this facility in a few weeks' time. Maldivians will be able to ... Read the article
Since May 1, 2023, tourists of 29 nationalities no longer need a visa to travel to Mozambique. This tourist and business visa exemption was announced in March 2023 and came into force on May 1, 2023.
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