ESTA Rules to Tighten for Visa Waiver Program Travelers
CBP has proposed major ESTA changes for Visa Waiver travelers, but no final rule is in effect yet.…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
Saudi Arabia Begins Issuing Hajj Visas for 2026 Hajj Season
Saudi Arabia opened 2026 Hajj visa applications on February 8, with a final processing deadline of March 20.…
£17 Charge to Visit Europe Introduced Through European Travel Information and Authorisation System
Beginning in late 2026, visa-exempt visitors to Europe must obtain ETIAS authorization for a €20 fee. This digital…
U.S. Embassy in Uganda Warns Visa Applicants About New Visa Bond Payment Rules
Ugandan visa applicants face new rules under the U.S. Visa Bond Pilot Program. The embassy emphasizes that bond…
Aer Lingus to Require Passports on Ireland–uk Flights from February
Beginning February 2026, Aer Lingus will require passports for all Ireland–UK flights. This uniform policy applies to all…
Sri Lanka Digital Nomad Visa Opens for Remote Workers
The Sri Lanka Digital Nomad Visa provides a 12-month legal framework for remote workers earning from foreign sources.…
U.S. Tightens Entry Rules for Visa-Free Travelers with Photo and Social Media Checks
The U.S. and other Western nations have significantly tightened border controls. As of February 2026, visa-free travelers to…
U.S. and Australia Expand EBSP Access to Biometric Data Under VWP
The U.S. has tied Australia's visa-free travel status to a new biometric data-sharing agreement. Under the Enhanced Border…
Baggage Rules 2026 Allow Up to 40 Grams Gold Jewellery Duty-Free for Women
India's Baggage Rules 2026 replace gold jewellery value caps with weight-based limits of 40g for women and 20g…