U.S. may offer $1,000 fast-track option for tourist visa interviews
As visa appointment wait times at U.S. embassies stretch into several months in some locations, the Trump administration is reportedly considering a new proposal: a … Read more
Donald Trump reinstates travel ban: 12 countries barred from entering the U.S.
President Donald Trump has signed a new proclamation restricting entry into the United States for nationals of multiple countries. Framed as a response to security … Read more
Travel to the U.S.: new requirement for ESTA application
Travelers heading to the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Program must now meet a new requirement when submitting their ESTA application online. In April 2024, … Read more
India adds 32nd airport for e-Visa holders
A new international airport has just been added to the list of entry points to India available to travelers holding an electronic visa (e-Visa). India … Read more
New Zealand expands eGates access to 11 new countries and territories
New Zealand Customs Service has announced the expansion of access to its automated eGates border control system to 11 additional countries and territories, making entry … Read more
Indonesia: Stay Permit extensions now require in-person visit to Immigration office
Starting May 29, 2025, foreign nationals in Indonesia will be required to appear in person at an immigration office to renew their stay permits. This … Read more
China expands visa-free policy to four Gulf countries
China has announced the expansion of its visa-free policy to four member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), continuing its strategy of openness and … Read more
Namibia welcomes over 70,000 visitors since launch of new visa policy
Since the introduction of its new e-visa and visa-on-arrival system, Namibia has welcomed over 70,000 visitors and generated N$100 million in revenue. In a move … Read more
Japan officializes “JESTA”, its electronic travel authorization system
Japan has officially adopted the name “JESTA” (Japan Electronic System for Travel Authorization) for its upcoming electronic travel authorization system, which will apply to nationals … Read more
UK: 5.4 million ETAs approved – which countries are the main applicants?
The UK has approved over 5.4 million Electronic Travel Authorizations (ETAs) since the system was launched. Find out which nationalities are among the biggest applicants. … Read more
Botswana: Electronic visa application system restored
After being suspended at the end of April 2025, Botswana’s electronic visa application portal (e-Visa) is once again up and running. Suspended without notice at … Read more
Saint Kitts and Nevis launches ETA system
Starting May 26, 2025, all foreign travelers will be required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before entering Saint Kitts and Nevis. As of … Read more
Lesotho soon to be visa-free for European travelers
Lesotho has approved a visa exemption for all citizens of the European Union. This decision, announced during the annual Lesotho-EU Partnership Dialogue, is expected to … Read more
Ghana reduces visa application processing time
Ghana has introduced a new visa policy, cutting the maximum processing time for applications to five business days. This initiative aims to boost the country’s … Read more
U.S. may increase ESTA fee to $40
Congress is currently reviewing a proposal that would nearly double the cost of the ESTA, the essential travel authorization required for visa-exempt visitors to the … Read more
