America Visa and Travel News
Bolivia has announced a major diplomatic opening by gradually eliminating visa requirements for eight countries. The decision, part of a broader strategy to strengthen the country’s appeal, aims to boost international exchanges and support economic growth.
Canada has announced the launch of a digital visa trial, marking the beginning of a technological shift aimed at simplifying and securing entry procedures into the country.
Canada announces the removal of the visa requirement for Qatari citizens, a measure that has taken effect immediately. This decision, accompanied by the mandatory eTA requirement for Qatari travelers, marks a new step in the strengthening of bilateral ties between Ottawa and Doha and aims to facilitate travel between the two countries.
After nearly doubling a few weeks ago, the ESTA fee will soon undergo another adjustment. This change, scheduled every year, remains very modest and is simply the result of applying the inflation-indexing mechanism.
Announced jointly by Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino, the “FIFA PASS” promises expedited visa interview appointments at U.S. consulates for holders of 2026 World Cup tickets.
After several years of restrictions on Hungarian travelers, the United States is restoring standard ESTA validity for Hungary. Starting September 30, 2025, Hungarian citizens will once again be eligible for two-year authorizations valid for multiple entries into the U.S.
As of September 6, 2025, the U.S. Department of State has implemented a new rule: nonimmigrant visa applications must now be filed in the applicant’s country of residence or nationality. This measure comes as part of a broader series of recent reforms tightening entry requirements to the United States.
The American dream will cost a little more: authorities have just confirmed that the price of ESTA will increase from $21 to $40 starting September 30, 2025. This is a significant increase that all travelers wishing to visit the US without a visa should anticipate.
Since September 1, 2025, Ecuador has required a temporary visitor visa for transit passengers from 45 countries.
Brazil will issue free electronic visas (e-Visas) to accredited participants at COP 30, which will be held in Belém from November 10 to 21, 2025.
Starting September 30, 2025, the fee for the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) to enter the U.S. will increase from $21 to $40.
In the coming weeks, Mexico will roll out an electronic visa (e-Visa) system for foreign travelers who require a visa and enter the country by air. Currently, foreign nationals who need a visa to visit Mexico must apply in person at a Mexican embassy or consulate. This process is about
The South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands archipelago will soon introduce a mandatory electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system for all visitors. This measure aims to strengthen environmental protection while regulating tourism and scientific activities in this preserved territory in the South Atlantic. South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
Canada is considering changing the conditions for obtaining its Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). A biometric step may soon be required for visa-exempt travelers.
While the electronic visa (e-Visa) has been the standard for entering the island since July 2024, Cuba has has just granted an unexpected reprieve to holders of physical tourist cards, who will now be able to use them until December 31, 2025. While they were initially set to expire on
