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
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
From April 1, 2025, citizens of several countries will need to obtain a visa on arrival or online before traveling to Namibia.
Aruba facilitates the arrival of travelers with an enhanced version of its online Embarkation/ Disembarkation card. The new system aims to reduce entry times and improve the tourist experience.
From May 1, 2025, Thailand will adopt a new digital immigration system: the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC). This system will replace the paper TM6 form, with the aim of simplifying entry procedures for foreign travelers. Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports today confirmed the preparation of a forthcoming online
As of October 18, 2024, Dominica has introduced a digital immigration and customs form allowing travelers to simplify their border crossing.
Sint Maarten is modernizing its welcome for travelers by introducing a fully digital entry form. A simplified procedure designed to streamline the passage of visitors while ensuring compliance with local requirements. Since October 8, 2024, Sint Maarten, the Dutch part of the island of Saint-Martin, has introduced a digital Embarkation/Disembarkation
The British Virgin Islands has modernized its immigration procedures with the introduction of a digital Embarkation/Disembarkation Card. From now on, travelers must complete an online form before arrival, facilitating checks and reducing waiting times. Since January 1, 2025, the British Virgin Islands has modernized its entry and exit process by
In 2025, more and more countries are adopting online procedures to simplify access to their territory. Electronic Visa (e-Visa), Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)… international travelers can now prepare their trips in just a few clicks. Find out which destinations offer these online services, as well as the official links to
As soon as he took office, Donald Trump reinstated Cuba on the list of state sponsors of terrorism. This decision blocks access to ESTA for travelers who had visited the island, forcing them to go through a more complex visa process.
Kenya will soon lift its “ETA” electronic travel authorization requirement for (almost all) Africans, and speed up application processing for other travelers. As part of its policy of openness and modernization, Kenya yesterday announced major upcoming changes to its Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system. Following the first cabinet meeting of
Since January 11, 2025, Russia and Belarus have mutually recognized each other’s visas, allowing foreign travelers to move freely between the two countries on a single visa. On January 11, 2025, the agreement on mutual recognition of visas between Russia and Belarus came into force. This long-negotiated text, finalized in
Israel has received 32,752 ETA-IL applications since January 1, 2025, the official date of entry into force of its electronic travel authorization. Since January 1, 2025, tourists from the 99 visa-exempt countries and territories have been required to obtain prior authorization, known as ETA-IL, to enter Israel. This measure, similar
Good news for travellers transiting through the UK: they will not have to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). But bad news for the wallet, the price of the ETA could soon increase… The UK government today announced a temporary exemption from Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for air transit
The removal of Cuba from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism paves the way for more peaceful diplomatic relations and simplifies procedures for travelers who have visited the island since 2021.
