Egypt: new visa-on-arrival system enters testing phase
Egypt has begun the testing phase of its new tourist visa-on-arrival system, a digital program designed to streamline entry procedures and modernize the travel experience in its airports.
Egypt e-Visa: due to malfunctions on the portal, authorities are sending proof of approval by email
As the Egypt e-Visa portal continues to experience disruptions that prevent access to approved visas, the authorities have chosen to send applicants an approval certificate for their electronic visa request directly, in order to secure their travel.
Egypt: malfunction of the electronic visa application portal
A major malfunction has been affecting Egypt’s official electronic visa application website for several days, disrupting travelers’ ability to complete their procedures. While the e-Visa system remains down, eligible tourists can still obtain their visa upon arrival in the country.
South Africa: ETA application portal revealed
Announced last September, South Africa’s Electronic Travel Autorisation (ETA) system is taking clearer shape. Spotted by VisasNews, the official portal is now live, revealing the first details of a program set to transform the country’s entry procedures.
Namibia: 36 additional countries now eligible for visa on arrival
36 countries have today joined the list of nationalities eligible for a visa on arrival in Namibia. The measure comes with an increase in fees for applications made directly at the border, in order to encourage the use of the electronic visa portal.
Morocco: electronic travel authorization temporarily introduced for eight African countries during AFCON 2025
From September 25, 2025, to January 25, 2026, citizens of eight African countries will be required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (AEVM) to enter Morocco. This exceptional and temporary measure has been introduced in connection with the organization of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
South Africa: Who will be eligible for the ETA, and when?
South Africa will soon roll out its electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system. While designed primarily for travelers who are required to obtain a visa, it may eventually also be available to foreign nationals who are visa-exempt, though without being mandatory.
South Africa unveils its new ETA system
South Africa’s Minister of Home Affairs, Leon Schreiber, on Thursday unveiled the country’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, along with the first illustrations of the online platform. Designed to simplify entry procedures into South Africa, the system will go live in mid-October for G20 participants.
South Africa set to unveil ETA system
On Thursday, September 18, 2025, South Africa’s Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber will unveil the new ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) system at the Tourism Business Council’s annual conference. This ETA is designed to digitize entry procedures and automate checks through artificial intelligence technologies.
AFCON 2025: Morocco launches “Yalla,” the Fan ID and e-Visa app for supporters
For the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, CAF is banking on ‘Yalla,’ an app that combines Fan ID and e-Visa. Designed to manage stadium access and simplify procedures for international visitors, it is set to become the central tool of the fan experience during the tournament.
Namibia expands the list of countries eligible for visa on arrival
After recently introducing a visa requirement for 33 nationalities that were previously exempt, Namibia is now preparing to add 35 (or possibly 36) new countries to the list of those whose citizens can obtain a visa on arrival.
Burkina Faso: free visa for African nationals
Burkina Faso introduces free visas for African nationals, while maintaining the requirement to apply online.
Somalia: e-Visa disputed by Puntland and Somaliland
The introduction of Somalia’s new e-Visa system by the federal government has sparked strong local reactions. While Mogadishu seeks to centralize visa issuance, Puntland authorities have condemned the move as “illegal,” and Somaliland has reaffirmed its independence by maintaining its own entry regime.
Somalia officially launches its electronic visa service
Somalia has officially announced the implementation of its e-Visa/eTAS electronic visa issuance system, which will come into full effect on September 1, 2025.
Tunisia: tender for development of e-Visa platform declared “unsuccessful”
Tunisia’s Ministry of Communication Technologies has announced that the public tender launched in September 2024 for the creation of the country’s electronic visa issuance platform (e-Visa) has failed to produce a winning bid. The project, which aims to establish a fully digital platform for issuing electronic visas (e-Visa) in Tunisia,
