Benin: free 72-hour visa for cruise passengers
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 … Read more
Canada: towards the collection of biometric data from visa-exempt travelers applying for an eTA?
Canada is considering changing the conditions for obtaining its Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). A biometric step may soon be required for visa-exempt travelers. Many countries, … Read more
Russia extends validity of electronic visa
Starting August 23, 2025, the validity of the electronic visa (e-Visa) for Russia will increase from 60 to 120 days, while the maximum length of … Read more
South Africa: ETA coming soon, but will it also apply to visa-exempt travelers?
Starting in September 2025, South Africa will launch an electronic travel authorization (ETA) to digitize the issuance of tourist visas. For now, this measure will not apply to visa-exempt travelers, but questions are already being raised about its future extension.
Taiwan: arrival card to become 100% digital from October 2025
Starting October 1, 2025, Taiwan will eliminate paper arrival cards and require a digital declaration called “TWAC” for most foreign travelers.
Visa-free travel to China: eligible countries and conditions
Dreaming of visiting China without a visa? Thanks to a strengthened open-door policy, China now allows citizens of many countries to travel without a visa. … Read more
Gabon launches new free tourist e-Visa system
Until September 30, 2025, Gabon is facilitating entry for foreign visitors by launching a free tourist e-Visa issued within 48 hours. As part of the … Read more
Yemen introduces electronic visa system
Yemen is modernizing its immigration system by introducing an electronic visa (e-Visa) for foreign visitors. In recent years, Yemen has faced ongoing instability due to … Read more
Cuba extends the validity of tourist cards until the end of 2025
While the electronic visa (e-Visa) has been the standard for entering the island since July 2024, Cuba has has just granted an unexpected reprieve to … Read more
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Foreign Minister “very ambitious” regarding e-Visa
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is preparing to introduce an electronic visa (e-Visa), which was announced for launch in early 2025. This ambitious project, … Read more
Towards an increase in the price of ETIAS… even before it comes into force?
Even though the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) has yet to be rolled out, its original price tag of €7 might already be … Read more
Russia: mandatory electronic travel authorization required starting June 30 for visa-free travelers
Russia is modernizing its border controls: starting June 30, 2025, all foreign nationals eligible for visa-free entry will be required to obtain an electronic travel … Read more
After Zanzibar, mainland Tanzania considers mandatory insurance for foreign travelers
Following Zanzibar’s lead, which has enforced this rule for several months now, mainland Tanzania is considering requiring international travelers to purchase mandatory health insurance. Mainland … Read more
Traveling to Oman: visa-free or e-Visa? What you need to know before you go
Visiting Oman has never been easier. With a visa-free policy for many nationalities and a convenient online e-Visa system, the Sultanate is opening its doors … Read more
South Africa: ETA to be launched in September 2025
South Africa will launch its new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system in September 2025, aimed at short-term tourists. This AI-based system is designed to eliminate … Read more
