Saudi Arabia Slaps Heavy Fines on Hajj Visa Hosts
During Hajj 2025, Saudi Arabia enforces fines up to SAR 100,000 for helping visit visa holders access Makkah…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
China’s visa exemptions drive sharp rise in international tourism
China’s new visa exemptions led to 64.88 million foreign entries and over 20 million visa-free trips in 2024.…
Kuwait opens e-Visa access to more GCC expatriates
Kuwait's new e-Visa lets skilled GCC expatriates travel more easily using a faster, digital process. Applicants must have…
Schengen Visa appointments limited at Greek Consulate in New York
Getting a Schengen Visa via US consulates, especially in New York, involves long waits, strict in-person appointments, and…
Schengen Visa Applications from India to Europe Jump 29%
Schengen Visa applications from India soared 29%, led by Gen Z and millennial travelers. Relaxed rules and long-term…
TSA airport security: Clothing choices can slow you at checkpoints
For faster TSA airport security, wear basic, metal-free clothing, slip-on shoes, and avoid belts or layers. Simple dress…
Foreign Passport for Domestic U.S. Flights: Essential Guidelines
A valid foreign passport is a primary ID for U.S. domestic flights in 2026, bypassing REAL ID issues…
REAL ID is not a national ID card, says Department of Homeland Security
REAL ID is a state-issued identification standard, not a national ID card, and becomes necessary for domestic flights…
Italy National Type D Re-Entry Visa: Essential Steps to Regain Status
The Type D Re-entry Visa helps legal residents return to Italy when their residence permit is missing or…