Visa updates
Shanghai is South Koreans’ top destination
Shanghai has become the top choice for South Korean tourists, thanks to China's 240-hour transit visa-free policy.
Vietnam waives visa for three European nations
The Vietnamese government issued a resolution allowing visa-free entry for citizens of Poland, the Czech Republic and Switzerland on Wednesday, 15th January.
Mohak Nahta launches Skylane
Mohak Nahta, Founder and CEO of Atlys, announces the launch of Skylane, a business-to-government (B2G) solution designed to transform visa processing systems.
Turkish Nationals need not apply for ETIAS
The Delegation of the European Union to Türkiye has clarified that all Turkish nationals, without exception, will not be required to apply for an ETIAS travel authorisation once the new system becomes operational.
Vietnam and Thailand hold discussions on tourism collaboration
Officials from Vietnam and Thailand are working on tourism collaboration in light of the Six Countries, One Destination initiative.
Singapore still on top in updated Henley Passport Index
The latest update to the Henley Passport Index shows that Singapore reclaimed its crown as the most powerful passport in the world with visa-free access to 195 out of 227 destinations worldwide.
Spain to stop its Golden Visa Program by April 2025
On January 3, 2025, Spain’s Official State Gazette (BOE) published Organic Law 1/2025, officially confirming the abolishment of this program.
Italy makes fingerprint collection mandatory
Starting on 11 January 2025, candidates for long-term Schengen visas to Italy, including visas issued for employment and study purposes, among others, are required to visit the nearest embassy in their home country, where they will have their biometrics collected, including their fingerprints
Germany launches online portal for visa applications
The new digital platform aims to help people looking to work, study or join family in Germany, and is available to applicants from all over the world.
China anticipates travel surge for the Lunar New Year
With the Lunar New Year slated between 28th January and 4th February, several Chinese travel agencies forecast an upward trajectory for both inbound and outbound travel.
Israel introduces e-Visa for Indian Tourists
With the start of the new year, the Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) launches an electronic visa system specifically designed for Indian travellers from 1 January, 2025.
Indian Govt launches two special categories visas for international students
India has launched two special category visa for international students intending to pursue higher education in academic institutions in the country.
Taiwan introduces digital nomad visa
Taiwan’s National Development Council formally launched the new Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa at a ceremony held in Tainan City last 20th December.
Germany to roll out Digital Schengen visas for Indians by 2nd quarter 2025
Germany will be rolling out Digital Schengen visas for Indian nationals by the second quarter of 2025, said its Chennai-based Consul General Michaela Küchler.
Germany and Italy to issue more Work Visas for Foreign Workers in 2025
As the European countries are increasingly dealing with labour shortages, two countries have enhanced their efforts to address this issue.
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