On July 25, Sri Lanka announced that 33 additional countries would soon be added to the list of travelers exempt from paying ETA visa fees. The news was widely shared, sometimes as if it were already in effect. But the measure has not yet been implemented, and travelers concerned must
A couple thought they had all the travel info they needed thanks to ChatGPT. But one incomplete answer about a visa was enough to derail their entire trip… Mery Caldass, a Spanish influencer and content creator with thousands of followers, was planning a romantic trip to Puerto Rico with her
In the coming weeks, Mexico will roll out an electronic visa (e-Visa) system for foreign travelers who require a visa and enter the country by air. Currently, foreign nationals who need a visa to visit Mexico must apply in person at a Mexican embassy or consulate. This process is about
Starting August 15, 2025, citizens of twelve additional European countries will be able to travel to Vietnam visa-free for stays of up to 45 days. The Vietnamese government has just announced a major policy aimed at attracting more international visitors: starting August 15, 2025, citizens of twelve European countries will
Starting on October 12, 2025, the new Entry/Exit System (EES) for travelers will begin to be rolled out at the external borders of European countries. Designed to modernize controls, this system will be fully operational by April 2026. The Entry/Exit System (EES) is a European program aimed at automating the
The fee for the ETIAS electronic travel authorization, expected at the end of 2026, will increase from €7 to €20. This decision by the European Commission aims to cover the system’s costs and align it with international standards. However, several European tourism stakeholders have expressed reservations… On July 17, 2025,
Since 2020, India has issued more than 9.6 million electronic visas (e-Visa) to travelers from around the world. This achievement reflects the ongoing reforms to its visa regime, which is now simplified, paperless, and accessible to 174 nationalities.
Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has called for the accelerated implementation of the electronic visa (e-Visa) as part of the modernization of the country’s border services. Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama took advantage of the inauguration of a new aviation control center in Accra to send a strong message: it
As a reciprocal measure, Senegal will soon implement an electronic visa (e-Visa) for nationals of countries that require visas for Senegalese citizens. On Friday in Dakar, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, accompanied by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, unveiled an ambitious National Economic and Social Recovery Plan. Adopted by the Council
Missing visa, expired passport… and a vacation at all costs. At the Barcelona airport, a couple headed abroad left their 10-year-old son behind. The story might be amusing if it weren’t so disturbing… At Barcelona-El Prat airport, a couple made a decision that was as swift as it was incomprehensible:
The South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands archipelago will soon introduce a mandatory electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system for all visitors. This measure aims to strengthen environmental protection while regulating tourism and scientific activities in this preserved territory in the South Atlantic. South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
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 and boost tourism.
Between late 2025 and early 2026, Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man plan to introduce their own electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system, which will be legally distinct from the UK’s system. Introduced in stages since 2023, the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system is now in place for entry into
Benin announces the introduction of a free 72-hour visa for cruise passengers, a measure designed to encourage maritime tourism. The government of Benin has announced a major measure to boost maritime tourism: cruise passengers stopping over in the country will now be granted a 72-hour visa waiver. This measure, reserved
Canada is considering changing the conditions for obtaining its Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). A biometric step may soon be required for visa-exempt travelers.
