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In the first five months of 2023, Indonesia recorded the arrival of 4.12 million international visitors, representing a 4-fold increase over the same period in 2022, according to figures from the National Bureau of Statistics.
A meeting with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation concerning visa regulations took place at the end of June at the Libyan Passport and Nationality Department in Tripoli.
In a press release from the South Korean Immigration Service on June 29, 2023, a major announcement was made concerning K-ETA, the electronic travel authorization for South Korea. From July 3, 2023, the validity of the K-ETA travel authorization will be extended from 2 to 3 years.
The current situation in Eastern Europe has prompted thousands of people to take to the roads to neighboring countries such as Moldavia and Romania. This strong exodus is having an impact on the Balkan countries, while many exiles from Africa, the Near East and the Middle East are crossing the region on their way to Europe. At the same time, ... Read the article
In an effort to boost tourism, South Korea has begun accepting applications for electronic group visas, also known as e-Group Visas. This new initiative was introduced on June 27, and has opened up a more convenient and efficient avenue for group travel ... Read the article
RwandAir, Rwanda's national airline, has announced the opening of a new direct service between Paris and Kigali from today, June 27, 2023. The French capital thus becomes the ninth European destination served by the Rwandan airline. This new route reflects Rwanda's and Africa's determination to open up to the rest of the world. Read the article
In response to the global health crisis, Vietnam has decided to extend the validity of its visa waiver and electronic visa (e-visa) in order to boost tourism and attract more international travelers. The new provisions include a visa waiver for stays of 45 days and an e-visa valid for up to ... Read the article
Discussions are currently underway at Indonesian government level regarding a possible increase in visa-on-arrival fees. Indonesia's Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, recently confirmed that discussions are ongoing and that a significant increase, potentially a tripling of current fees, could be on the cards.
In a recent statement, EgyptAir announced that travelers can now obtain a free transit visa to enter Egypt and stay for between 8 and 96 hours.
A visa is a compulsory travel document for certain countries, depending on your nationality. While European nationals are exempt from visa requirements when traveling from one European country to another, the majority of countries in the world require travelers wishing to stay on their soil to present a ... Read the article
Travelers to the United States now have a new option to facilitate the administrative process. The "ESTA Mobile" mobile application has been launched by the U.S. government to allow users to scan their passport, verify information and take a selfie to complete their Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) application. Read the article
Known for its unique approach to development based on Gross National Happiness rather than Gross Domestic Product, the small Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan has long maintained a highly selective tourism policy. To preserve the integrity of its cultural and natural heritage, and to protect the tranquillity of its inhabitants, the local authorities ... Read the article
July 1, 2023 marks a significant turning point in the history of Equatorial Guinea, with the introduction of e-Visa, a new travel formality for tourists and business travelers. Initially scheduled for 2019, this step forward has suffered several delays, notably due to the Covid health crisis, but is now all set ... Read the article
Although a visa is required to enter the U.S., it does not exempt you from having to pass before U.S. immigration officials, whatever your reason for coming to the U.S. (tourism, work, study).
Indonesia has suspended its visa-free visit policy for 159 nationalities. The decision, announced by the Minister of Justice and Human Rights, Yasonna Laoly, follows concerns about disruption to public order and the possible transmission of diseases from countries not certified disease-free by the WHO.
The Kazakh government recently approved a visa waiver agreement with Vietnam, allowing citizens of both nations to travel visa-free between the two countries. The agreement aims to strengthen bilateral relations and encourage tourism, economic and cultural exchanges between Kazakhstan and Vietnam. This measure is ... Read the article
A political agreement was reached this week between the European Parliament and the Council to enable the digitization of the Schengen visa procedure. This agreement is seen as a key element of the Schengen strategy presented by the Commission in June 2021. The rules agreed aim to modernize, simplify and harmonize procedures ... Read the article
An agreement is about to be reached between the Maldivian government and the European Union on visa-free travel for Maldivian citizens within the Schengen area. As the economic situation of the Maldives is considered stable and prosperous, Europe sees no risk of immigration and will grant this facility in a few weeks' time. Maldivians will be able to ... Read the article
Since May 1, 2023, tourists of 29 nationalities no longer need a visa to travel to Mozambique. This tourist and business visa exemption was announced in March 2023 and came into force on May 1, 2023.
The UK government announced last Tuesday that the UK's new Visa Waiver Scheme is expected to be fully operational by the end of 2024. The scheme, which is an integral part of the country's new digital border strategy, will allow nationals of certain countries to benefit from Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) at ... Read the article
Jordan, via its embassy in Rabat, recently announced the availability of the e-Visa, designed to facilitate entry procedures for Moroccan nationals wishing to visit the country. This is a reciprocal measure to the recent opening of the Moroccan e-Visa for Jordanians.
For several years, the Covid-19 crisis placed severe constraints on entry conditions to countries around the world. At the height of the epidemic, every country in the world had implemented stringent sanitary measures to halt the spread of Covid.
Nationals of 13 countries are now eligible to use the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to travel to Canada. These include Morocco, which can now take advantage of this facility to visit the North American country.
In a world where information is more accessible than ever, the best visitor experiences are those that offer rich, captivating content. It was with this in mind that start-up Narrated Tours was born, with the aim of reinventing the way web users discover tourist attractions, thanks to artificial intelligence ... Read the article
The sky is no longer the limit for Emirates, the United Arab Emirates' flagship airline. In its constant drive for innovation, it has introduced Sara, the world's first autonomous robot dedicated to self-service passenger check-in.
A few years ago, Junior Bidounda would never have imagined that he would be at the head of one of today's most promising start-ups. Originally from Africa, he traveled to Europe to pursue his higher education, and quickly came to understand the financial difficulties faced by many young people in traveling and discovering new cultures. That's how ... Read the article
After the passport, which serves as an identity document, the visa, which is equivalent to a residence permit, is undoubtedly the most frequently requested travel document for international travel.
The latest guidelines from the Saudi General Authority for Civil Aviation (GACA) specify the conditions for visa access to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj.
At a time when the energy transition and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions are key concerns, the air transport industry is constantly seeking to innovate. With this in mind, start-up MagPie Aviation has set itself apart by developing an electric tug plane for long-haul flights. This ambitious project ... Read the article
Indonesia recently promised to introduce a new type of visa, known as the golden visa, to attract foreign investors and skilled workers. The measure aims to support the country's economic growth and encourage investment in key areas such as tourism, infrastructure and energy. It is expected to be ... Read the article
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