Africa Visa and Travel News
Since July 1, 2026, travelers entering or leaving South Africa must complete an online declaration before their trip. This customs formality, separate from visa requirements, is used to declare goods, currency, or items subject to control.
Mauritius’ 2026-2027 budget confirms plans for a future electronic pre-travel system. Described as an e-Visa in the Budget Speech and as an ETA in the official annex, the system is expected to allow non-citizens to obtain digital authorization before traveling to the island.
Libya has temporarily suspended the system allowing visas to be issued on arrival at airports and air entry points. The measure, announced by the Government of National Unity, is intended to allow authorities to review visa issuance procedures and strengthen controls on entry into the country.
Togo has confirmed its new visa-free entry regime for nationals of African states. The decree adopted by the Council of Ministers sets out the rules for visa-free stays of up to 30 days.
Ghana has officially launched its national electronic visa portal, a reform designed to replace manual procedures with a faster, more secure and more transparent online application system.
The Republic of Congo plans to lift visa requirements for African travelers starting January 1, 2027.
The future common tourist visa for SADC is emerging as one of the region’s major initiatives to make travel across Southern Africa easier and boost tourism arrivals.
Namibia’s Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security e-services portal, which is used in particular for online visa applications, remains disrupted after a maintenance operation announced by the authorities.
Starting May 18, 2026, Togo is granting visa-free entry to nationals of all African countries who hold a valid national passport. The measure applies to stays of up to 30 days, but it does not eliminate pre-travel formalities.
Ghana has brought online the official portal that will be used for electronic visa applications starting May 25, 2026. Spotted by VisasNews, the platform reveals several visa categories, relatively high fees for international travelers, and a free electronic travel authorization (ETA) for African nationals.
Egypt is preparing to roll out its new digital visa on arrival system at Cairo International Airport. The system, based on a QR code and electronic payment, is expected to be deployed first across all terminals at Cairo Airport in August 2026 before being gradually extended to other Egyptian airports.
Chad is expanding its e-Visa system for foreign travelers. Starting May 11, 2026, all new visa applications must be submitted exclusively online through the official platform, evisa.td.
Three years after launching its electronic visa, Cameroon is highlighting more than 541,000 visitors welcomed through the e-Visa system.
Egypt has updated its tourist e-Visa fees, with a $5 increase for both single-entry and multiple-entry visas.
Ghana’s Cabinet has approved the country’s future e-Visa policy. The system is expected to launch on May 25, 2026, for travelers visiting Ghana for tourism or business.
