The Visamundi teams keep abreast of frequent legislative changes in immigration policy and share trends, news, announcements, rumors and other relevant information with you.
Travel formalities are changing at British borders. If you're planning a trip to the Channel Islands (Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Sark or Herm), a new digital control rule comes into force. This is in line with the system already in force for entering the UK. The procedure is therefore the same if you are planning to ... Read the article
The process for traveling to the USA without a visa just got tougher. The US authorities have officially added a new biometric step to the Visa Waiver Program: the mandatory uploading of a passport photo or selfie when applying for a ESTA. Until recently, obtaining an electronic travel authorization (ESTA) for U.S. citizens ... Read the article
You've probably seen the scare on TikTok or X over the Easter weekend: Germany is suddenly preventing its citizens from traveling freely. At Visamundi, where we process hundreds of visa applications every day for travelers from all over the world, tracking down obscure administrative reforms is our daily business. Faced with the cries ... Read the article
President John Mahama has announced that Ghana will open its borders to all African passport holders on Africa Day, May 25, 2026. But this promise has been made several times before.
Sri Lanka steps up a gear to boost its tourism sector. In a move eagerly awaited by the travel industry, the Sri Lankan government has confirmed the introduction of a free tourist visa program for nationals of 40 countries. Travelers will be able to benefit from this program if they are staying in Sri Lanka for a ... Read the article
Planned, postponed, then confirmed: Thailand's notorious 300-baht entry tax is back in the news. For those of you planning a trip to Thailand, understanding this new formality is essential to avoid any surprises at the airport or land borders. A long-standing project: initially submitted in 2020, the measure had received ... Read the article
Australia is suddenly tightening its rules on entry and border crossings for international travellers. In direct response to recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the Australian government has just activated an emergency measure blocking access to its territory for certain holders of international tourist visas. Arrival Control Determination is the name of this ... Read the article
Faced with recent airspace closures and massive flight cancellations in the region, many international travelers find themselves stranded in Saudi Arabia. To prevent a logistical crisis from turning into an administrative and financial nightmare, the Saudi Ministry of Interior (MOI) has implemented an exceptional emergency measure. The directives of the ... Read the article
With a government not recognized by almost the entire international community, obtaining a visa for Afghanistan meant juggling with often inaccessible consulates.
The days when a consular officer simply stamped your passport by looking at your pay slips are officially over. In the United States, the border is no longer just physical: it's digital.
From April 1, 2026, India will be turning the page on paper-based airport formalities once and for all. The traditional disembarkation form, initially distributed on the plane, will be replaced by a 100 % digital procedure: the e-Arrival Card. Major Indian airports such as Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and ... Read the article
On March 18, the U.S. government announced a significant tightening of its migration policy regarding short-stay visas. As of April 2, 2026, the State Department is extending its Visa Bond Program to 12 new countries. A total of 50 nationalities are now affected. This measure is ... Read the article
The UK Home Office recently unveiled its new immigration and nationality fee structure, with an official start date of April 8, 2026. For international travelers - whether they're visiting for tourism, on their way to study or as part of a professional expatriation, this ... Read the article
Geopolitical instability in the Middle East in March 2026 has severely disrupted international air traffic. Between airspace closures and massive flight cancellations, thousands of travelers find themselves stranded far from home, with one major concern: the end of their visa validity. Several governments have reacted ... Read the article
If you're planning to travel to or extend your stay in Indonesia, keep an eye on the calendar. Due to the national celebrations of Nyepi and Eid el-Fitr 1447 H, the Directorate General of Immigration has announced a temporary closure of its administrative services. 🇮🇩 Important points to remember: Depending on the type of visa chosen, the ... Read the article
India has just announced the opening of new entry points, adding to the list of airports, ports and land checkpoints. For travelers wishing to use e-visa, it will now be possible to enter India via the land borders with Nepal and Bhutan. The new authorized entry points Until recently, entering India ... Read the article
Now it's official. Japan, which is experiencing a historic tourism boom with over 42 million visitors expected this year, is about to radically transform its entry conditions, for visa-exempt travelers. ©️Andre Benz / unsplash.com On March 10, 2026, the Japanese government approved an amendment to its law on the control of ... Read the article
It's a small revolution for travelers to the Caribbean. If you've ever traveled to Trinidad and Tobago, you're probably familiar with that tedious moment when the flight attendants hand out the famous little paper immigration cards, just before landing at Piarco International Airport. Good news! The Ministry of Security ... Read the article
Whether you're planning to climb Kilimanjaro, go on safari in the Serengeti or take a seaside holiday in Zanzibar, obtaining a Tanzanian e-visa is a recommended step to facilitate your arrival in the country. Since March 4 2026, Tanzania's Department of Immigration Services has been experiencing a major computer breakdown affecting the issuance ... Read the article
The spice island modernizes its borders. If you're planning a trip to the Caribbean island of Grenada, forget the paper immigration forms handed out on the plane. The Grenadian government has just taken a major step in the digitization of its customs with the official launch of its online boarding/disembarkation pass (ED ... Read the article
Faced with the closure of its airspace since February 28 due to tensions in the Middle East, Qatar has announced the automatic one-month extension of all entry visas. Travellers do not need to complete any administrative formalities. Measures to cover accommodation costs have also been activated. Qatar ... Read the article
In view of the risks of massive congestion and interminable queues, ADP Group is officially asking the European Union to postpone the general introduction of the new entry/exit system (EES) until after the 2026 summer season. While the new automated border control system in the Schengen area, known as EES (Entry/Exit System), is due to become fully compulsory on ... Read the article
On the night of Saturday February 28, 2026, the USA and Israel launched targeted military strikes on Iranian military sites. Teheran responded by firing missiles and drones at Israel and several Gulf states. Within hours, the skies over the Middle East were closed. As a result, thousands of travellers ... Read the article
Organizing school trips to the UK, and in particular gaining entry to the country, is a complicated procedure for many French schools, especially for students from non-EU countries. The good news is that the French and British governments have introduced a simplified procedure. No more costly and time-consuming visa ... Read the article
“No permission, no travel”. The message from the UK Home Office is now unequivocal. Since February 25, 2026, the UK has applied a strict border control policy. It is no longer possible to embark for the UK, without having obtained an electronic travel authorization approved by the authorities. ... Read the article
Since February 16, 2026, the price of an electronic visa (e-Visa) for a short stay (up to 15 days) in Madagascar has tripled, from €10 to €30. A nasty surprise for visiting tourists, although other lengths of stay have been spared for the time being. The island of Madagascar is adjusting its pricing policy. ... Read the article
It's the news that has had travel groups and tourism websites in a panic for the past few days: Egypt has apparently decided to abolish visas for American, British and European nationals.
Since last December, our phones at the agency have been ringing off the hook. «Has the visa for Egypt really doubled?», «What's all this about a 45$ visa?». From our offices in Nantes, where we manage entry formalities for travellers from all over the world, we've seen dozens of contradictory articles. Today, ... Read the article
The massive arrival of humanoid robots, driven by advances from Tesla (Optimus), Boston Dynamics and Figure, raises a question that seems to come out of a Philip K. Dick novel: does a robot need a visa to cross a border?
Good news: the Canadian government has just eased up on the 2026 World Cup. Ottawa has decided to skip the biometrics and work permit stage to speed things up.
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