Italy Leads the Way in Visa Reform with Transparent Online Waiting List
The Italian Embassy in Islamabad has replaced its 'click-day' visa booking with a chronological online waiting list. This…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
Thailand Trip Visa Reforms Take Effect February 10 2026 for Longer Stays
Thailand has finalized major visa reforms effective February 2026. Key updates include longer visa-exempt stays for many nationalities,…
Indian Passport Rises in Henley Passport Index, Gains Visa-Free Access to 56 Countries
India rose 10 spots to 75th in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, granting access to 56 destinations. While…
Thailand Cuts Visa-Free Stay for Nordic Travellers
Thailand plans to reduce visa-free entry for 93 nations from 60 to 30 days in 2026. While a…
Mozambique Launches E-Visa System with VFS Global for Easier Travel
Mozambique's revamped digital visa portal, launched in early 2026, offers streamlined e-Visas and ETAs for 183 nationalities. Featuring…
Europe Shuts Door on Georgia’s Visa-Free Travel Dream
The EU has maintained its suspension of visa-free travel for Georgians after rejecting legislative concessions. Since February 2026,…
Ghana and Zambia Agree Mutual Visa Waiver to Boost Regional Travel and Trade
Ghana and Zambia have eliminated entry visa requirements for each other's citizens to promote regional trade and integration.…
Nicaragua Ends Visa-Free Entry for Cuban Citizens Under US Pressure
Nicaragua has ended visa-free access for Cubans with ordinary passports, effective February 8, 2026. Travelers must now secure…
British and French Travellers to the US Will Need to Provide More Personal Details to Enter Visa Waiver Program
New U.S. travel rules will soon require British and French ESTA applicants to provide extensive personal data, including…