Namibia now imposes visa requirements on 33 nationalities
As of April 1, 2025, nationals of 33 countries, including several European and Western countries, must now obtain a visa to travel to Namibia.
ECOWAS moves ahead with implementation of ECOVISA
ECOWAS is speeding up the introduction of ECOVISA, a single visa designed to simplify the entry of foreign travelers into the West African region. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is pursuing its commitment to the free movement of people with a significant step forward in the implementation
Travel to Morocco: a new visa requirement for Europeans?
Could Morocco require visas from Europeans? Faced with the difficulties Moroccans face in obtaining a Schengen visa, some parliamentarians are calling for reciprocity.
Liberia activates its electronic visa on arrival service
Since March 11, 2025, international travelers can apply for an electronic visa on arrival to visit Liberia. Visitors from 23 countries with Liberian embassies, including the US, the UK, France and Belgium, are not eligible for this new online process. On March 11, the government of Liberia officially launched its
Namibia launches its new electronic visa system
Travelers from the 33 countries affected by the introduction of the Namibia entry visa requirement on April 1, 2025 can now apply for their electronic visa. Find out more about the procedure.
Namibia to launch new visa system on March 3, 2025
Faced with recent accusations of malfunctioning of its e-Visa portal, Namibia clarifies the situation and announces the launch of its electronic visa on arrival system for March 3, 2025.
Nigeria: e-Visa officially launched on March 1, 2025
From March 1, 2025, tourists, businessmen and foreign investors will be able to apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) to travel to Nigeria. Nigeria is set to take the next step in modernizing its immigration system with the introduction of the electronic visa (e-Visa), an initiative designed to make entry
Somalia modernizes its electronic visa service
Somalia recently updated its electronic visa system with the launch of eTAS, a more “user friendly” site to simplify the process for travelers.
Liberia prepares to launch its electronic visa on arrival system
Liberia is modernizing its immigration system with the imminent launch of an electronic Visa On Arrival system. This initiative will simplify procedures for international travellers and enhance the effectiveness of border controls. Liberia will shortly be taking a major step towards modernizing its immigration services with the launch of an
Namibia’s new visa policy is moving forward
From April 1, 2025, citizens of several countries will need to obtain a visa on arrival or online before traveling to Namibia.
Kenya relaxes its ETA system
Kenya will soon lift its “ETA” electronic travel authorization requirement for (almost all) Africans, and speed up application processing for other travelers. As part of its policy of openness and modernization, Kenya yesterday announced major upcoming changes to its Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system. Following the first cabinet meeting of
Mauritania launches electronic visa system
Starting January 5, 2025, international travelers will be able to apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) to visit Mauritania. In a significant step toward modernizing its administrative processes, Mauritania has officially announced the launch of its electronic visa system (e-Visa). In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation,
Tunisia: passport mandatory from January 1, 2025
From January 1, 2025, European tourists will no longer be able to travel to Tunisia with their national identity card, and will have to present a passport valid for at least three months to visit the country. As of January 1, 2025, Tunisia will require all foreigners entering the country
Zambia extends visa waiver policy to 53 new countries
From January 2025, citizens of 53 countries will no longer need a visa to travel to Zambia. In a move aimed at boosting its tourist appeal and stimulating foreign investment, the Zambian government has just announced that it will be extending its visa-free policy to 53 new countries. Speaking to
Chad launches electronic visa system
International tourists can now apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) to visit Chad. Introducing this new online visa system. A new African country has taken a significant step towards administrative modernization and international openness with the introduction of an electronic visa system (e-Visa): Chad. The country officially launched its “eVisa.td”
