Sri Lanka Launches Free Visa Program for 40 Countries with Electronic Travel Authorization
Sri Lanka fast-tracks a free visa program for 40 countries to boost tourism arrivals, targeting parliamentary approval and…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
Japan Cuts Passport Fee to 9,000 Yen Starting July 1st, Trade Minister Toshimitsu Motegi
Japan will cut 10-year passport fees to 9,000 yen and reduce minor fees starting July 1, 2026, while…
Home Affairs Enforces Immigration Act of 2002, Ends Passport-Free Travel to Lesotho
South Africa reaffirms that valid passports are mandatory for Lesotho nationals, debunking false reports that national ID cards…
Spanish Airports Enforce 25-Minute Passport Rule as Entry-Exit System Sparks Chaos
Spanish airports face 3-hour delays as the EU's new biometric Entry-Exit System replaces passport stamps, leading to calls…
U.S. Embassy in Nairobi Explains FIFA Pass Rules for Kenyans Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Kenyan 2026 World Cup fans get priority U.S. visa interviews via FIFA PASS. Apply now to secure 60-day…
Thailand Raises Visa Fees for Indian Travellers, Prompting Concerns at Embassies
Thailand is raising visa fees for Indian applicants on April 27, 2026, but the 60-day visa-free entry for…
Indian Passport Holders Skip Airport Transit Visa at Paris Charles-De-Gaulle
France ends airport transit visa requirements for Indian nationals as of April 10, 2026, for airside connections under…
Montenegro Opens Visa-Free Travel for Kazakh Citizens Until Further Notice
Montenegro reinstates visa requirements for Kazakh citizens in 2026 following the expiration of the 2025 temporary visa-free travel…
Ghana Adds Three Countries to Visa Waiver List as Foreign Minister Sam Ablakwa Boosts Passport Power
Ghana added four countries to its visa waiver list in July 2025, strengthening reciprocal travel access and expanding…