EU Reaches Landmark Deal to Suspend Visa-Free Travel for Third Countries
By fall 2025, the EU will enforce stricter visa-free travel suspensions for 61 countries due to risks from…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
Kyrgyzstan and U.S. Discuss Potential Visa Restrictions Amid Review
Kyrgyzstan is under U.S. review for possible visa restrictions due to security concerns. No new restrictions apply as…
UAE Visitors Urged to Renew Visas Early Amid Flight Delays and Demand
The UAE removed its 10-day visa grace period, imposing fines for overstays starting mid-2025. Visitors now benefit from…
Germany Work Visa: Positive Updates Announced for Pakistani Applicants
Germany’s new Consular Services Portal lets Pakistani workers apply online for work visas, reducing delays and improving transparency.…
GCC Tourist Visa Officially Approved, Launch Expected Soon
Approved in June 2025, the GCC Tourist Visa allows entry to six Gulf countries with one visa, easing…
Land Border Crossings with Armenia and Turkey Remain Open Amid Airspace Closures
As Iranian airspace stays closed due to conflict, land borders to Armenia and Turkey are vital evacuation points.…
Which Countries Have Issued Travel Advisories for Israel and Iran in 2025?
US and allies issued highest-level travel warnings for Israel and Iran amid military conflict and terrorism. Israel suspended…
US Expands Travel Restrictions on Seven Citizenship-by-Investment Nations
The U.S. demands seven countries improve Citizenship by Investment program security by August 16, 2025, or face visa…
Clarifying Indonesia’s New Bali Visa Changes for Tourists
Indonesia simplified its visa system in 2025 by merging categories and requiring all visa extensions to be in…