The Visamundi teams keep abreast of frequent legislative changes in immigration policy and share trends, news, announcements, rumors and other relevant information with you.
The UK government announced last Tuesday that the UK's new Visa Waiver Scheme is expected to be fully operational by the end of 2024. The scheme, which is an integral part of the country's new digital border strategy, will allow nationals of certain countries to benefit from Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) at ... Read the article
Jordan, via its embassy in Rabat, recently announced the availability of the e-Visa, designed to facilitate entry procedures for Moroccan nationals wishing to visit the country. This is a reciprocal measure to the recent opening of the Moroccan e-Visa for Jordanians.
Nationals of 13 countries are now eligible to use the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to travel to Canada. These include Morocco, which can now take advantage of this facility to visit the North American country.
In a world where information is more accessible than ever, the best visitor experiences are those that offer rich, captivating content. It was with this in mind that start-up Narrated Tours was born, with the aim of reinventing the way web users discover tourist attractions, thanks to artificial intelligence ... Read the article
A few years ago, Junior Bidounda would never have imagined that he would be at the head of one of today's most promising start-ups. Originally from Africa, he traveled to Europe to pursue his higher education, and quickly came to understand the financial difficulties faced by many young people in traveling and discovering new cultures. That's how ... Read the article
After the passport, which serves as an identity document, the visa, which is equivalent to a residence permit, is undoubtedly the most frequently requested travel document for international travel.
The latest guidelines from the Saudi General Authority for Civil Aviation (GACA) specify the conditions for visa access to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj.
At a time when the energy transition and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions are key concerns, the air transport industry is constantly seeking to innovate. With this in mind, start-up MagPie Aviation has set itself apart by developing an electric tug plane for long-haul flights. This ambitious project ... Read the article
Indonesia recently promised to introduce a new type of visa, known as the golden visa, to attract foreign investors and skilled workers. The measure aims to support the country's economic growth and encourage investment in key areas such as tourism, infrastructure and energy. It is expected to be ... Read the article
From June 7 to 21, six of the country's largest airports will set up dedicated security screening lines for members of the Verified Travel Program. The federal government is looking to solve the problem of airport delays as the travel season approaches.
Every year, millions of Muslims from all over the world travel to Saudi Arabia to perform the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages. These religious ceremonies are a highlight for all the faithful who wish to follow in the footsteps of the Prophet Mohammed. In this article, we'll look at the various aspects of the journey, including ... Read the article
The Japanese government hopes to stimulate consumption by foreign visitors to Japan. It is taking its cue from the growing number of countries that have introduced special visas for "digital nomads". This would make it easier for highly-skilled workers to stay in the country.
The news broke on Tuesday, May 23: Russia's Minister of Economic Development, Maxim Reshetnikov, announced that the government was "working on the issue of resuming an electronic visa" as of July 1. Indeed, a law passed in July 2020 allowed citizens of 53 countries (including the European Union) to travel ... Read the article
The countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), which includes Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and Qatar, are examining the possibility of introducing a regional visa inspired by the Schengen model for tourists. The project, aimed at further stimulating economic growth, has ... Read the article
Why settle for one trip when you can travel the world? Many travelers dream of it, but few actually make it a reality.
Russia has announced its intention to abolish the visa regime with several Muslim countries, an initiative spearheaded by Mikhail Bogdanov, the Russian president's special envoy for the Middle East and Africa and deputy foreign minister. The plan, which is said to be already underway, is aimed at facilitating travel for tourist purposes ... Read the article
While visa forms usually require precise, formal information, some countries take a slightly different approach. Their immigration applications may surprise you with unexpected, even downright funny questions.
In an age when information spreads at breakneck speed, the potential for spreading fake news is higher than ever. A recent example of this phenomenon took place in Algeria, where a video posted on TikTok by a young user known as "yacine.bylka" caused a storm ... Read the article
Since April 28, Russia has made it possible for foreign travelers and their children under the age of 18 to register their stay online.
Since the launch of the Cameroon authorities' new official e-Visa application site on April 30, many users have reported problems finalizing their payments.
The new Canadian passport introduced by the federal government will focus more on Canada's natural beauty and less on its historical significance and iconic sites. The redesign has been 10 years in the making.
South Africa's e-visa program is now open to an additional 20 nationalities, according to the country's Department of Foreign Affairs.
Thailand has agreed to postpone the application of the Thailand Tourism Fee (TTF) until September 2023. In a previous article, we spoke of a June 2023 implementation date. This is the second time the Thai government has postponed this decision.
More good news for travelers to Colombia: IATA points out that as of Thursday May 4, 2023, no proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required for this South American country.
This is one of the promises made by Kemal Kilicdaroglu's main Turkish opposition party: to allow Turks to travel within the Schengen area without a visa. At present, Turks have to apply for a long and tedious Schengen visa for even a single day in Europe. We will come to power and win the presidency, and we will make this country a ... Read the article
The White House has announced that the vaccination requirement for entering the United States will be lifted on May 11.
Flybondi is the first airline to supply tickets to consumers in the form of a non-fungible token (NFT).
The European Union is seeking to put an end to "golden passports" and to regulate the "golden visas" issued by its member countries. Golden visas" are residence permits issued to wealthy foreigners in return for money invested in EU member countries, while "golden passports" offer European citizenship in exchange for investments ... Read the article
According to recent news reports, French senator Corinne Imbert has proposed the idea of issuing special visas with a longer validity period, for owners of second homes in France. Currently, non-European owners of a residence in the country are only allowed to stay for a maximum of 90 days during their stay... Read the article
As we told you a few days ago, Cameroon has finally started rolling out its electronic visa, and has announced an official launch date: April 30, 2023.
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