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Visa exemption: why are Electronic Travel Authorizations becoming the new norm?

Visa exemption: why are Electronic Travel Authorizations becoming the new norm?

Faced with new security and technological challenges, many countries are gradually replacing traditional visa exemptions with electronic travel authorizations. Faster, safer and better adapted to the demands of the modern world, these new formalities are transforming the management of migratory flows. What are the advantages of this evolution, and why

Liberia prepares to launch its electronic visa on arrival system

Liberia prepares to launch its electronic visa on arrival system

Liberia is modernizing its immigration system with the imminent launch of an electronic Visa On Arrival system. This initiative will simplify procedures for international travellers and enhance the effectiveness of border controls. Liberia will shortly be taking a major step towards modernizing its immigration services with the launch of an

ETIAS vs. EES: Two systems, two different objectives

ETIAS vs. EES: Two systems, two different objectives

In 2025, the European Union will introduce two new systems to strengthen the management of its external borders: EES and ETIAS. The aim is to modernize controls, improve security and facilitate the flow of travelers. Find out what’s going to change and how to prepare. The European Union is preparing

Aruba introduces an optimized online Embarkation/ Disembarkation card

Aruba introduces an optimized online Embarkation/ Disembarkation card

Aruba facilitates the arrival of travelers with an enhanced version of its online Embarkation/ Disembarkation card. The new system aims to reduce entry times and improve the tourist experience. As of October 30, 2024, Aruba has introduced a redesigned version of its online embarkation and disembarkation card (Aruba Online ED

Dominica modernizes its entry system with an online immigration form

Dominica modernizes its entry system with an online immigration form

As of October 18, 2024, Dominica has introduced a digital immigration and customs form allowing travelers to simplify their border crossing. Dominica has taken another step towards modernizing its entry procedures with the recent introduction of a digital immigration and customs form. Since October 18, 2024, travelers have been required

Introduction of a digital entry form in Sint Maarten

Introduction of a digital entry form in Sint Maarten

Sint Maarten is modernizing its welcome for travelers by introducing a fully digital entry form. A simplified procedure designed to streamline the passage of visitors while ensuring compliance with local requirements. Since October 8, 2024, Sint Maarten, the Dutch part of the island of Saint-Martin, has introduced a digital Embarkation/Disembarkation

British Virgin Islands adopts digital Embarkation/Disembarkation Card

British Virgin Islands adopts digital Embarkation/Disembarkation Card

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

e-Visa, ETA,… These destinations offer travellers an electronic visa in 2025

e-Visa, ETA,… These destinations offer travellers an electronic visa in 2025

In 2025, more and more countries are adopting online procedures to simplify access to their territory. Electronic Visa (e-Visa), Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)… international travelers can now prepare their trips in just a few clicks. Find out which destinations offer these online services, as well as the official links to

Kenya relaxes its ETA system

Kenya relaxes its ETA system

Kenya will soon lift its “ETA” electronic travel authorization requirement for (almost all) Africans, and speed up application processing for other travelers. As part of its policy of openness and modernization, Kenya yesterday announced major upcoming changes to its Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system. Following the first cabinet meeting of

Russia - Belarus: agreement on mutual recognition of visas comes into force

Russia – Belarus: agreement on mutual recognition of visas comes into force

Since January 11, 2025, Russia and Belarus have mutually recognized each other’s visas, allowing foreign travelers to move freely between the two countries on a single visa. On January 11, 2025, the agreement on mutual recognition of visas between Russia and Belarus came into force. This long-negotiated text, finalized in

Israel: over 32,000 ETA-IL applications submitted in two weeks

Israel: over 32,000 ETA-IL applications submitted in two weeks

Israel has received 32,752 ETA-IL applications since January 1, 2025, the official date of entry into force of its electronic travel authorization. Since January 1, 2025, tourists from the 99 visa-exempt countries and territories have been required to obtain prior authorization, known as ETA-IL, to enter Israel. This measure, similar