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
Cuba makes electronic visas mandatory from July 1, 2025
As of July 1, 2025, Cuba will put a definitive end to the use of tourist cards. All international travelers will be required to obtain … Read more
AirAsia introduces automatic visa check for stress-free boarding
Malaysian low-cost carrier AirAsia revolutionizes online check-in with a groundbreaking automated visa verification technology. An intelligent response to the challenges of fluidity and compliance in … Read more
Antigua and Barbuda launches new digital arrival and departure system
In a major move toward modernization, Antigua and Barbuda has introduced a fully digital arrival and departure card. With the launch of the ArriveAntigua.com platform, … Read more
Turkmenistan considers creation of electronic visa system
Turkmenistan’s Parliament is currently reviewing a draft bill aimed at introducing an electronic visa system—a move that could signal a significant shift for a country … Read more
ETA, e-Visa: beware of “fake websites”, many travel destinations are affected…
As electronic visas (e-Visas) and online travel authorizations (ETA, ESTA, etc.) become more common, online scams are on the rise. Fraudulent websites, misleading sponsored ads, … Read more
Nigeria: e-Visa and digital arrival card to be introduced on May 1, 2025
Expected since March 1, the rollout of the electronic visa in Nigeria is finally scheduled for May 1, 2025. The Nigerian government is taking this … Read more
UK: ETA fee hike just after full deployment
The cost of the UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is increasing from £10 to £16 as of April 9, 2025. This price hike comes just … Read more
Myanmar earthquake: tourist visas suspended
The Burmese government has announced the temporary suspension of tourist visa applications following the violent earthquake that struck the country on March 28. While humanitarian … Read more
Russia surpasses the milestone of one million electronic visas issued
Less than two years after launching the service for visitors from 64 countries, Russia has announced that it has passed the one million mark for … Read more
UK: ETA now mandatory for European travellers
♪ London Calling ♪, but showing up empty-handed is no longer an option. As of April 2, 2025, European citizens now need an Electronic Travel … Read more
Thailand unveils its digital arrival card, mandatory from May 1, 2025
Thailand is moving away from the paper TM6 form. Starting May 1, 2025, all foreign travelers will be required to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival … Read more
Namibia now imposes visa requirements on 33 nationalities
As of April 1, 2025, nationals of 33 countries, including several European and Western countries, must now obtain a visa to travel to Namibia. 📌 … Read more
Thailand: “no decision has been made so far” on reducing visa-free stays to 30 days
A measure under discussion, but nothing definite. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms that no changes have yet been made to the possible reduction of … Read more
