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.
Russia: electronic visa validity to be extended soon
Russia is preparing to modify its legislative framework for electronic visa. “In the near future”, its validity will be increased from 60 to 120 days, while the authorized length of stay will be extended from 16 to 30 days, according to Maria Zakharova. In addition, Vladimir Putin intends to introduce
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
Iraq imposes electronic visa requirements on 37 countries
Iraq has abolished visas on arrival for 37 nationalities, including Europeans, Americans and Britons. Since March 1, 2025, travelers must obtain an electronic visa (e-Visa) before departure. Four years after implementing this solution, Iraq officially eliminated its visa-on-arrival option for citizens of 37 countries. In a statement, the Iraqi Ministry
Vietnam extends visa exemption for visitors from 12 countries until 2028
Vietnam announces the renewal of its unilateral visa waiver policy for citizens of 12 countries until 2028. This measure is designed to boost the country’s tourist appeal and encourage international trade. In a strategic decision aimed at boosting its tourist appeal and diplomatic relations, the Vietnamese government has announced the
EU officially postpones ETIAS and EES
The European Union has announced a further postponement of the ETIAS and EES systems, designed to modernize border control in the enlarged Schengen area. Faced with technical and organizational challenges, their implementation is now scheduled for October 2025 and the end of 2026.
UK: massive influx on the ETA portal, a digital queue set up
Assailed since its opening yesterday to European travelers, the UK ETA system has faced some technical difficulties… To avoid a complete blockage, the authorities have set up a digital queue, slowing down access but ensuring smooth management of requests. Since it opened to European citizens yesterday, the UK’s Electronic Travel
UK: ETA now accessible to European citizens
As of today, European citizens can apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the UK. From April 2, 2025, this new requirement will become compulsory for travel to the country. Today marks another milestone in the reform of UK border controls. As of March 5, 2025, nationals of
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.
Indonesia: 5 reasons why you should opt for an e-VOA
Indonesia, a popular destination for travelers, encourages tourists to opt for the electronic visa on arrival (e-VOA), a system that greatly facilitates entry procedures. Discover the five main reasons put forward by the Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration for choosing this option before your trip.
South Korea launches its e-Arrival Card system
From February 24, 2025, travelers to South Korea will be able to complete an electronic arrival card (e-Arrival Card) prior to arrival. This online formality will replace the traditional paper form by the end of the year.
Ukraine resumes issuing electronic visas for foreigners
After a suspension of more than two years due to the conflict in the country, Ukraine has announced that it will resume issuing its electronic visa from February 17, 2025. After more than two years of interruption, Ukraine is relaunching its electronic visa program (e-Visa) as of this February 17,
Russia: a new border checkpoint accessible with an electronic visa
Russia today announced the expansion of the list of checkpoints accessible to international travelers with an electronic visa (e-Visa). The Russian government has just added a new checkpoint for entering Russia with an electronic visa (e-Visa), bringing the total number to 105. “Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has signed a directive
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
