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UK: transit passengers escape ETA (for now)

UK: transit passengers escape ETA (for now)

Good news for travellers transiting through the UK: they will not have to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). But bad news for the wallet, the price of the ETA could soon increase… The UK government today announced a temporary exemption from Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for air transit

UK: ETA now mandatory for 48 non-European countries

UK: ETA now mandatory for 48 non-European countries

From today, citizens of 48 non-European countries must have an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to travel to the UK. The United Kingdom is taking a further step towards tightening its border controls by requiring citizens of 48 non-European countries to have an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the country

Israel introduces electronic visa system

Israel introduces electronic visa system

After rolling out an electronic travel authorization (ETA-IL) for visa-exempt travelers, Israel continues to digitize its entry procedures with the launch of an electronic visa (eVisa). Since January 1, 2025, Israel has implemented two new electronic procedures designed to streamline and secure travelers’ entry into the country: the electronic travel

Mauritania launches electronic visa system

Mauritania launches electronic visa system

Starting January 5, 2025, international travelers will be able to apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) to visit Mauritania. In a significant step toward modernizing its administrative processes, Mauritania has officially announced the launch of its electronic visa system (e-Visa). In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation,

Kuwait relaunches its electronic visa service

Kuwait relaunches its electronic visa service

Tourists from 53 eligible countries can once again apply for an electronic visa before traveling to Kuwait. After a temporary suspension lasting a few weeks to improve its system, Kuwait has resumed issuing electronic visas. Applications can now be submitted through the updated website: kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw. As explained last month by

Cambodia lowers electronic visa prices

Cambodia lowers electronic visa prices

Good news for travelers: Cambodia has decided to revise its electronic visa prices downwards, making access to the country more affordable for international tourists and professionals.

Tunisia: passport mandatory from January 1, 2025

Tunisia: passport mandatory from January 1, 2025

From January 1, 2025, European tourists will no longer be able to travel to Tunisia with their national identity card, and will have to present a passport valid for at least three months to visit the country. As of January 1, 2025, Tunisia will require all foreigners entering the country

Thailand extends e-Visa worldwide

Thailand extends e-Visa worldwide

Thailand fully adopts e-Visa from January 2025, making the visa application process simpler, faster and more accessible for foreign travelers. Thailand takes a significant step in modernizing its entry procedures by expanding its electronic visa system (e-Visa) worldwide. From 1ᵉʳ January 2025, foreign nationals from all over the world will

Zambia extends visa waiver policy to 53 new countries

Zambia extends visa waiver policy to 53 new countries

From January 2025, citizens of 53 countries will no longer need a visa to travel to Zambia. In a move aimed at boosting its tourist appeal and stimulating foreign investment, the Zambian government has just announced that it will be extending its visa-free policy to 53 new countries. Speaking to

Saint Kitts and Nevis to launch ETA in 2025

Saint Kitts and Nevis to launch ETA in 2025

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

Introduction of electronic visa in Belarus

Introduction of electronic visa in Belarus

By 2025, citizens of 67 countries will be able to apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) to travel to Belarus. While the country has just extended its air and land visa waiver policy for European travelers by one year, Belarus is preparing to digitalize its visa formalities. Announced in 2022,