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
UK: ETA application website temporarily unavailable [UPDATE: the portal is back online]
The official website for applying for a UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is currently down. However, travelers can still use the mobile app “UK ETA” … Read more
Egypt to launch emergency visa-on-arrival system at Cairo airport starting mid-June
Egypt will roll out a pilot phase of its new digital emergency visa-on-arrival system in mid-June, initially testing it at Cairo International Airport. On May … Read more
Mozambique temporarily suspends ETA requirement for visa-exempt travelers
Due to technical difficulties, Mozambique has temporarily suspended the recently implemented Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirement for citizens of 29 visa-exempt countries. Since early May, … Read more
Thailand: financial evidence once again required for tourist visas
After dropping this requirement in 2023, Thailand has reinstated the need to show proof of financial means for tourist visa applicants. As of May 2025, … Read more
China grants visa-free entry to five Latin American countries
Starting June 1, 2025, citizens from five South American countries will be able to enter China without a visa for short stays. China’s Ministry of … Read more
Mozambique: ETA now mandatory for travelers from 29 visa-exempt countries
Mozambique now requires travelers from 29 visa-exempt countries to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). This online process must be completed at least 48 hours … Read more
Egypt prepares to issue electronic visas on arrival
As part of its goal to welcome 30 million annual visitors by 2028, Egypt is streamlining airport entry procedures with the gradual rollout of a … Read more
Nigeria launches new e-Visa system and digital Landing & Exit Cards
On May 1, 2025, Nigeria officially launched its e-Visa and Landing & Exit Cards services. A new era for immigration in Nigeria With the official … Read more
Egypt extends free transit visa program for another year
Egypt has announced the extension of its 96-hour free transit visa program through the end of April 2026, an initiative that allows layover passengers to … Read more
Visas, EES, ETIAS: the new digital era of the Schengen area
As the Schengen Area marks its 40th anniversary, the European Commission has unveiled a bold roadmap to modernize border management. With a focus on digitizing … Read more
Japan brings forward the introduction of its electronic travel authorization
Originally slated for 2030, Japan’s electronic travel authorization system, temporarily named “JESTA”, is now expected to launch by fiscal year 2028. The program will apply … Read more
European Parliament approves gradual roll-out of EES system
Members of the European Parliament’s Civil Liberties Committee have given the green light to the phased implementation of the Entry/Exit System (EES) at the European … Read more
Myanmar resumes issuance of tourist visas
After several days of suspension following the devastating March 28 earthquake, Myanmar has announced that it will resume issuing tourist visas starting April 22, 2025. … Read more
