Philippines supports ASEAN unified visa project
The Philippines has confirmed its support for the creation of a unified visa for visiting ASEAN member countries, a project that could facilitate regional cooperation … Read more
Taiwan: arrival card to become 100% digital from October 2025
Starting October 1, 2025, Taiwan will eliminate paper arrival cards and require a digital declaration called “TWAC” for most foreign travelers.
Visa-free travel to China: eligible countries and conditions
Dreaming of visiting China without a visa? Thanks to a strengthened open-door policy, China now allows citizens of many countries to travel without a visa. … Read more
Yemen introduces electronic visa system
Yemen is modernizing its immigration system by introducing an electronic visa (e-Visa) for foreign visitors. In recent years, Yemen has faced ongoing instability due to … Read more
Traveling to Oman: visa-free or e-Visa? What you need to know before you go
Visiting Oman has never been easier. With a visa-free policy for many nationalities and a convenient online e-Visa system, the Sultanate is opening its doors … Read more
India adds 32nd airport for e-Visa holders
A new international airport has just been added to the list of entry points to India available to travelers holding an electronic visa (e-Visa). India … Read more
Indonesia: Stay Permit extensions now require in-person visit to Immigration office
Starting May 29, 2025, foreign nationals in Indonesia will be required to appear in person at an immigration office to renew their stay permits. This … Read more
China expands visa-free policy to four Gulf countries
China has announced the expansion of its visa-free policy to four member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), continuing its strategy of openness and … Read more
Japan officializes “JESTA”, its electronic travel authorization system
Japan has officially adopted the name “JESTA” (Japan Electronic System for Travel Authorization) for its upcoming electronic travel authorization system, which will apply to nationals … Read more
Thailand: financial evidence once again required for tourist visas
After dropping this requirement in 2023, Thailand has reinstated the need to show proof of financial means for tourist visa applicants. As of May 2025, … Read more
China grants visa-free entry to five Latin American countries
Starting June 1, 2025, citizens from five South American countries will be able to enter China without a visa for short stays. China’s Ministry of … Read more
Japan brings forward the introduction of its electronic travel authorization
Originally slated for 2030, Japan’s electronic travel authorization system, temporarily named “JESTA”, is now expected to launch by fiscal year 2028. The program will apply … Read more
Myanmar resumes issuance of tourist visas
After several days of suspension following the devastating March 28 earthquake, Myanmar has announced that it will resume issuing tourist visas starting April 22, 2025. … Read more
Turkmenistan considers creation of electronic visa system
Turkmenistan’s Parliament is currently reviewing a draft bill aimed at introducing an electronic visa system—a move that could signal a significant shift for a country … Read more
Myanmar earthquake: tourist visas suspended
The Burmese government has announced the temporary suspension of tourist visa applications following the violent earthquake that struck the country on March 28. While humanitarian … Read more
