Israel : ETA-IL system now open to visa-exempt travelers
Citizens from 99 countries exempt from short-stay visas in Israel can now apply for an ETA-IL authorization to visit the Jewish state. Last April, Israeli … Read more
Laos eases visa policies
Until the end of the year, Laos is extending its visa exemption policy and increasing visa validity for tourists from certain countries.
Namibia : visa requirements to come into force in 2025
The current visa exemption granted by Namibia to citizens of 31 countries will end in spring 2025.
Indonesia: visa exemption to soon be extended to more countries?
By the end of the year, citizens from 10 to 20 additional countries could benefit from visa-free travel to Indonesia.
Mongolia: immigration authorities urge tourists to respect the purpose of their visit
The Immigration Agency of Mongolia advises foreigners traveling for tourism to refrain from engaging in activities beyond the purpose of their visit. In a bid … Read more
Frontex warns travellers about risks of fake ETIAS application websites
Frontex is alerting future visitors to Europe about the dangers of using unofficial websites for their ETIAS applications. At a time when the security of … Read more
China : visa exemption policy extended to three new countries
Starting July 1, 2024, tourists from three new countries will be eligible for visa-free stays in China for up to 15 days. China is set … Read more
Japan to launch electronic travel authorization soon
Foreign visitors exempt from entry visas to Japan will soon be required to obtain an ESTA-type electronic travel authorization to visit the Land of the … Read more
Indonesia: immigration system down this Thursday
Indonesia’s immigration services are down on June 20th, causing an inability to apply for visas online and delays at airports across the archipelago.
China closes some of its visa application centers
In France and Italy, various Chinese Visa Application Service Centers are ceasing operations. In recent months, China has unprecedentedly simplified its travel procedures. Among the … Read more
Ecuador : electronic visa planned for June 2024
From June 2024, travelers requiring a visa to visit Ecuador will be able to apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa). Ecuador will introduce electronic visa … Read more
Nigeria to launch new e-Visa system
Nigeria Immigration Service will soon inaugurate “a user-friendly e-Visa system to stimulate economic growth and tourism”. The General Controller (GC) of Nigeria Immigration Service, Kemi … Read more
Russia might soon overhaul its visa policies
Visa on arrival, very long-stay multiple-entry visas, lower prices and extended validity and length of stay for e-Visa, visa exemption for cruise tourists… Russia is … Read more
Liberia prepares transition to e-Visa
A system for issuing electronic visas (e-Visa) is being prepared in Liberia. Liberia, a small but ambitious country in West Africa, is about to take … Read more
Laos : more nationalities to be exempt from visa soon?
To boost its tourism industry, Laos might expand its list of visa-exempt countries.
