Starting in September 2025, South Africa will launch an electronic travel authorisation (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.
Starting October 1, 2025, Taiwan will eliminate paper arrival cards and require a digital declaration called “TWAC” for most foreign travelers.
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. Unilateral exemption, bilateral agreements, or transit: here’s everything you need to know for a hassle-free trip. In a context of strategic reopening after the pandemic,
Until September 30, 2025, Gabon is facilitating entry for foreign visitors by launching a free tourist e-Visa issued within 48 hours.
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 internal conflicts, humanitarian crises, and diplomatic restrictions. The country remains under international scrutiny, with consular services sometimes suspended or limited, particularly in certain foreign embassies.
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 holders of physical tourist cards, who will now be able to use them until December 31, 2025. While they were initially set to expire on
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, spearheaded by Foreign Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, promises to greatly simplify the process of traveling to the DRC. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is
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 headed upward. The reason? The European Union is looking for ways to tackle its post-COVID debt. Set to take effect at the end of 2026,
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 authorization in the form of a personalized QR code. In line with other major international destinations, Russia is strengthening its border security through digital means.
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 Tanzania is preparing to follow Zanzibar’s example by introducing mandatory travel insurance for foreign visitors. The measure, proposed as part of an amendment to the
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 to more travelers than ever before. Once considered a hidden gem tucked between desert and sea, the Sultanate of Oman is now gaining popularity among
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 border queues, fraud, and administrative burdens.
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 $1,000 fee to expedite access to tourist visa interviews.
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 threats, the measure imposes a full entry ban on 12 countries and partial restrictions on seven others.
Travelers heading to the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Program must now meet a new requirement when submitting their ESTA application online.
