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
ETA, e-Visa: beware of “fake websites”, many travel destinations are affected…
As electronic visas (e-Visas) and online travel authorizations (ETA, ESTA, etc.) become more common, online scams are on the rise. Fraudulent websites, misleading sponsored ads, … Read more
Nigeria: e-Visa and digital arrival card to be introduced on May 1, 2025
Expected since March 1, the rollout of the electronic visa in Nigeria is finally scheduled for May 1, 2025. The Nigerian government is taking this … Read more
UK: ETA fee hike just after full deployment
The cost of the UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is increasing from £10 to £16 as of April 9, 2025. This price hike comes just … 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
Russia surpasses the milestone of one million electronic visas issued
Less than two years after launching the service for visitors from 64 countries, Russia has announced that it has passed the one million mark for … Read more
UK: ETA now mandatory for European travellers
♪ London Calling ♪, but showing up empty-handed is no longer an option. As of April 2, 2025, European citizens now need an Electronic Travel … Read more
Thailand unveils its digital arrival card, mandatory from May 1, 2025
Thailand is moving away from the paper TM6 form. Starting May 1, 2025, all foreign travelers will be required to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival … Read more
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. 📌 … Read more
Thailand: “no decision has been made so far” on reducing visa-free stays to 30 days
A measure under discussion, but nothing definite. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms that no changes have yet been made to the possible reduction of … Read more
Serbia: electronic visa system to be operational soon
Foreign nationals wishing to obtain a visa for Serbia will soon no longer have to visit a diplomatic mission. Thanks to the imminent launch of … Read more
Belarus introduces electronic visa system
As of March 20, 2025, citizens of 67 countries can apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) to travel to Belarus. Find out everything you need … Read more
UK: ETA price to rise to £16 from April 9, 2025
Travelers to the UK will soon have to pay more for their Electronic Travel Authorisation. From April 9, 2025, the price of the ETA will … Read more
Japan: Prime Minister wants to speed up introduction of electronic travel authorization
Initially planned for the long term, electronic travel authorization for Japan may see the light of day sooner than expected. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has … Read more
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 … Read more
