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The British Virgin Islands has modernized its immigration procedures with the introduction of a digital Embarkation/Disembarkation Card. From now on, travelers must complete an online form before arrival, facilitating checks and reducing waiting times. Since January 1, 2025, the British Virgin Islands has modernized its entry and exit process by
As soon as he took office, Donald Trump reinstated Cuba on the list of state sponsors of terrorism. This decision blocks access to ESTA for travelers who had visited the island, forcing them to go through a more complex visa process.
The removal of Cuba from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism paves the way for more peaceful diplomatic relations and simplifies procedures for travelers who have visited the island since 2021.
Saint Kitts and Nevis is preparing to modernize its border management with the introduction of an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system in 2025. Saint Kitts and Nevis plans to strengthen border security and facilitate travel by introducing an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system in 2025. Prime Minister and Minister of
The Dominican Republic is once again extending its measure to facilitate entry for travelers: until November 30, 2025, tourists from eligible countries will be able to present a passport that is simply valid for the duration of their stay.
Belize launches a new digital customs and immigration declaration system for travelers. In an initiative to improve the traveler experience and modernize its digital infrastructure, Belize has officially launched a new digital declaration system for immigration and customs. The system, designed for all travelers entering or leaving the country, represents
Qatar officially joins the US Visa Waiver Program this November 22, 2024. Qataris can now apply for ESTA authorization to travel to the USA.
Election day in the US, but defection for travelers heading to Uncle Sam’s country after a breakdown in the ESTA system.
In the last fiscal year, the United States issued over 11 million visas, including 8.5 million visitor visas.
Cuba is granting more flexibility for registration on the D’Viajeros platform as well as for travelers holding a tourist card issued before the introduction of the e-Visa. Cuba has just announced two important measures aimed at facilitating travel for foreign visitors. One concerns the use of the digital registration platform
“No later than December 1, 2024”, Qatar will become the 42nd country included in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program and ESTA electronic travel authorization system.
For citizens of certain countries, it may already be too late to obtain a visa to enter the United States to attend the 2026 Soccer World Cup.
International tourists must now apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) before traveling to Cuba. Announced last May and after a gradual roll-out that began in some embassies in July 2024, the system for issuing electronic entry visas to Cuba is now fully active. “The new electronic Tourism visa platform eVisaCuba
Cuba is set to launch its new electronic visa issuance system, replacing the tourist card. Since the introduction of the tourist card in 1993, Cuba has welcomed millions of foreign visitors. The tourist card, also known as the tourist visa, allowed travelers to stay on the island for up to
Ecuador has just launched an electronic visa system “eVISAS” to simplify the entry of foreign visitors into the country. “Ecuador welcomes visitors with an easy and secure option: the electronic visa”. With these words, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility of Ecuador (MREMH) proudly announces the launch of
