The Visamundi teams keep abreast of frequent legislative changes in immigration policy and share trends, news, announcements, rumors and other relevant information with you.
Saudi Arabia has announced a new measure allowing visitors whose visas have expired a 30-day grace period to leave the country legally. To avoid incurring additional penalties for overstaying, travelers must have paid any outstanding fees associated with their visas, in ... Read the article
As of July 01, 2025, the VFS Global centers are closed and no longer process applications for visas, passports, OCI cards and other consular services for the Indian Embassy. If you are concerned by this process, it is now necessary to contact the consular service of the Indian embassy in ... Read the article
On July 23, the Russian government announced amendments to Federal Law No. 257-FZ (the Law of the Russian Federation on the State Border of the Russian Federation and the Federal Law on the Procedure for Exit from and Entry into the Territory of the Russian Federation). ... Read the article
As part of its economic recovery, Sri Lanka has decided to considerably expand its free tourist visa scheme for travelers from 40 countries, including Europe, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia and the United Arab Emirates. This announcement was confirmed by the Minister ... Read the article
After a five-year suspension, India is officially reintroducing tourist visas for Chinese travelers, effective July 24, 2025. This measure, announced by the Indian Embassy in China via its Sina Weibo account, marks a major turning point in the country's migration policy towards China, and paves the way for ... Read the article
This month, the Visamundi team has selected two key destinations for the summer: Kenya and Tanzania. Both countries offer a complete travel experience, from the heart of the national parks to the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Are you planning a trip to one (or both) of these destinations? Have you booked ... Read the article
The European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) will soon be a must for all travelers from visa-exempt countries wishing to visit most Schengen states. The system, which is similar to the ESTA system in the USA and the ETA system in the UK, is designed to enhance the security of ... Read the article
The European Commission has distributed to EU member states a new framework to simplify and accelerate Schengen visa procedures for Turkish nationals, an announcement made on July 18 by Turkish Trade Minister Omer Bolat. This is an important decision after years of challenges faced by Turkish citizens ... Read the article
Yemen takes a major step forward with the official launch of an electronic visa system (e-Visa), designed to facilitate the entry of foreign travelers, whether tourists or professionals. The e-Visa project has been under study since 2021, and has been in force since June 2025. A single portal for online applications The ... Read the article
The Kenyan government has officially lifted the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirement for nationals of South Africa and other southern African countries. Earlier this year, the authorities had announced the exemption of the majority of African countries (our previous article). This decision has now evolved and aims to reinforce free movement on the continent ... Read the article
Electronic visas (e-visa) are now available for several member countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Kuwait and Qatar have been added to the list of eligible countries. This is an important step towards simplifying consular procedures and strengthening bilateral relations between India and the GCC countries. This initiative, ... Read the article
India has announced the launch of an electronic visa system (e-Visa) for Bahraini nationals wishing to travel to India. The news was shared on Thursday, July 10, 2025 by the Indian Ambassador to the small Middle Eastern country, Vinod K. Jacob, via a social media post.
Kuwait recently launched a new electronic visa platform (e-visa), marking an important step in its strategy of digital modernization and enhanced international connectivity. The initiative aims to facilitate and accelerate entry procedures for both travelers and residents, while supporting the country's ambition to become a hub for ... Read the article
On July 08, 2025, maintenance was carried out on Cameroon's official consular services portal. The e-Visa application form has been updated. Discover in this article, the new required information that could impact your next online visa application. e-Visa application form update ... Read the article
With effect from September 8, 2025, Hong Kong will be increasing fees for many immigration services, including visas, entry permits, passports and travel documents. This measure affects both travelers and foreign residents, with increases ranging from 3% to 51% depending on the service concerned. Why should you ... Read the article
Gabon has announced the introduction of a free tourist e-visa for all international travelers between July 1 and September 30, 2025. The measure was presented at a press conference in Libreville on June 30, 2025 by Tourism Minister Pascal Ogowe Siffon and Interior Minister Hermann Immongault. ... Read the article
From October 1, 2025, all international travelers arriving in Taiwan will be required to complete an electronic arrival card, which will permanently replace the traditional paper form. This move is designed to simplify procedures for entering the country and improve the efficiency of border control. Travelers have already been able to use the electronic version of the card since ... Read the article
The Cuban Ministry of Tourism (MINTUR) has issued essential information via its official social networks as the new mandatory electronic visa for certain travelers to Cuba approaches. As of July this year, all travelers wishing to visit Cuba for tourism purposes will be required to obtain an electronic visa via the ... Read the article
As of July 1, 2025, VFS Global centers in France will cease all processing of visa applications, passports, OCI cards and other consular services on behalf of the Embassy of India. The centers will be closed to the public. It will no longer be possible to contact VFS services by telephone or e-mail. ... Read the article
In a move aimed at boosting tourism and international economic exchanges, China has extended its visa-free transit policy to 240 hours (or 10 days) for nationals of 55 countries, according to a statement from the state news agency Xinhua. The measure took effect on June 12, 2025. This initiative ... Read the article
Thailand continues to boost its tourist appeal by expanding its visa-free policies. According to recent government announcements, travelers from over 90 countries can now enjoy an extended visa-free stay, with the aim of boosting tourist numbers and supporting the local economy. As of July 15, 2024, the ... Read the article
From June 30, 2025, Russia will be imposing a new procedure on foreigners wishing to enter its territory without a visa: from now on, they will have to fill in an electronic application to obtain a compulsory QR code to present when crossing the border. This is one of a series of restrictive measures adopted by the Russian government, ... Read the article
The countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are about to launch their unified tourist visa, which is set to transform the region's tourism sector. This new visa, comparable to the European Schengen system, will enable visitors to explore the 6 member states - the United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪, Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦, Bahrain ... Read the article
The Cuban government has recently modified its entry requirements, requiring certain travelers from Miami and other U.S. cities to obtain an electronic visa prior to departure. This measure, announced by the Cuban Ministry of Tourism (Mintur), marks a significant change in Cuba's entry procedures and concerns ... Read the article
New Zealand recently extended access to its e-gates kiosks to 11 new, mainly European, countries, including Andorra, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Norway and the Vatican, as well as Macau (Special Administrative Region of China) and several Middle Eastern countries, including Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. Progressive deployment ... Read the article
Saudi Arabia has reopened its e-visas portal for tourists and Umrah pilgrims. The reopening, effective June 10, is aimed at eligible international travelers wishing to enter Saudi territory, according to the Saudi Tourism Authority. The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has confirmed that the issuance of visas ... Read the article
On May 16, 2025, Mozambique announced the immediate and temporary suspension of the requirement for travelers from 29 visa-exempt countries to register at least 48 hours before arriving in the country. This measure, introduced at the end of April 2025, was intended to strengthen border security and improve ... Read the article
South Africa is set to transform its immigration processes with the launch in September 2025 of a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system. The system, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), is designed for tourists on short stays of less than 90 days. Interior Minister Leon Schreiber presented the ... Read the article
For certain nationalities, an electronic visa or e-Visa is required to travel to Botswana. Find out the latest news and requirements 🇧🇼 An electronic visa application portal Botswana's electronic visa application system (e-Visa), which was suspended at the end of April 2025, is once again accessible. Travelers ... Read the article
It is now possible to arrive in India via Surate International Airport. The electronic visa (e-Visa) has been introduced. On May 30, 2025, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) confirmed this new formality, which is aimed directly at travelers wishing to enter India via this airport. New accessibility Surate International Airport ... Read the article
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