Kyrgyz Official Sees High Barriers in U.S. Visa Bond Policy
Kyrgyzstan may end visa-free travel for Americans after the U.S. introduced mandatory bonds of $5,000 to $15,000 for…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
Tanzania Visa Suspension Begins Jan 1, 2026 Under Proclamation 10998
A new U.S. policy effective January 2026 partially suspends visa issuance for Tanzanians. It impacts tourists, students, and…
GNR Soldiers Deployed at Lisbon Airport Over Border Security Deficiencies
Portugal has mobilized military-status GNR soldiers and suspended the EU's biometric EES system at Lisbon Airport for three…
Pensacola Hosts Global Entry Enrollment Event at Pensacola International Airport
Pensacola International Airport will host its first Global Entry enrollment event January 19–23, 2026. This provides a local…
Over 400 Tourists Stranded on Socotra as Flights Suspended
Over 400 foreign tourists are trapped on Socotra Island following a state of emergency declaration on December 30.…
Canada Expands Visa-Free Entry to 13 Countries with eTA Policy
Canada permits visa-free air travel for citizens of 13 countries who meet 'known traveler' criteria—specifically those with past…
US Expands Visa Bond Rule: Up to $15,000 for New B-1/B-2 Visas
The U.S. has expanded a pilot program requiring $5,000 to $15,000 refundable bonds for B-1/B-2 visa applicants from…
Bali Travel Rules 2026: Visa, All Indonesia App & Tourism Levy Explained
Bali's 2026 entry process centers on a digital-first approach. Visitors must secure a visa, pay a 150,000 IDR…
Malawi Tightens Visa Exemption Policy Under Reciprocity Regime
Malawi has revoked visa exemptions for countries like the US and UK, citing a need for reciprocity. Starting…