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Vietnam extends visa exemption for visitors from 12 countries until 2028

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

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

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

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

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

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: 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

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

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: 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

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

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