Azerbaijan and Maldives introduce reciprocal visa exemption
Citizens of Azerbaijan and the Maldives who hold valid ordinary passports can now travel visa-free between the two countries for stays of up to 90 days.
Malians exempt from Morocco’s AEVM travel authorization starting April 27, 2026
As of April 27, 2026, Malian nationals will no longer be subject to Morocco’s Electronic Travel Authorization, known as AEVM.
France removes airport transit visa requirement for Indian nationals
Indian travelers connecting through a French airport no longer need an airport transit visa, provided they remain in the international transit area and continue onward to a third country. The measure took effect on April 10, 2026, following the publication of an official order in the Journal officiel.
Turkey lifts visa requirement for Australians effective April 17, 2026
Australian citizens holding ordinary passports no longer need a visa to travel to Turkey for tourism or transit.
China: Canada and the United Kingdom added to the list of visa-free countries
Starting February 17, 2026, holders of ordinary passports from Canada and the United Kingdom will be able to stay in China for up to 30 days without a visa. This decision, now officially confirmed by the Chinese government, will remain in effect through December 31, 2026.
China: toward visa-free entry for British citizens
During UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to China, Beijing indicated that it is considering granting visa-free entry for British citizens traveling for short stays.
Canadians soon exempt from visa requirements to travel to China
While on an official visit to Beijing, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canadian citizens will soon be able to enter China without a visa.
Canada waives visa requirement for Qatari citizens
Canada announces the removal of the visa requirement for Qatari citizens, a measure that has taken effect immediately. This decision, accompanied by the mandatory eTA requirement for Qatari travelers, marks a new step in the strengthening of bilateral ties between Ottawa and Doha and aims to facilitate travel between the two countries.
U.S.: Hungary regains full access to ESTA under the Visa Waiver Program
After several years of restrictions on Hungarian travelers, the United States is restoring standard ESTA validity for Hungary. Starting September 30, 2025, Hungarian citizens will once again be eligible for two-year authorizations valid for multiple entries into the U.S.
China grants visa exemption to Russian citizens
Starting September 15, 2025, Beijing will grant Russian citizens a visa exemption allowing them to stay in China for up to 30 days.
US: Visa Waiver Program for Qatari citizens begins today
Qatar officially joins the US Visa Waiver Program this November 22, 2024. Qataris can now apply for ESTA authorization to travel to the USA.
Qatar joins the US Visa Waiver Program
“No later than December 1, 2024”, Qatar will become the 42nd country included in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program and ESTA electronic travel authorization system.
