Kuwait Bars Visit Visa Holders From Public Healthcare Starting August 2025
From August 2025, Kuwait bars visit and temporary visa holders from public healthcare; visitors must use private hospitals,…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
Nefesh B’Nefesh Flies First Charter Aliyah Since Oct. 7, 2023
On August 20, 2025, Nefesh B’Nefesh’s 65th charter brought 225 olim from JFK to Ben Gurion, including healthcare…
US Scrutinizes Visa Bid by Alleged Terror Supporter to Speak in Detroit
A June 2025 presidential proclamation suspends visa issuance for nationals of 19 countries from June 9; pre-June 9…
5 Travel Hacks to Survive Your Next Long Flight Comfortably
Prepare weeks ahead: confirm entry rules and complete DS-160 if needed. Pack a Flight Essentials Pouch, choose an…
Airlines Adjust Bookings, Routes and Policies Amid U.S. Immigration Crackdown
Effective June 9, 2025, the travel ban bars entry and visas for nationals of 19 countries, leading to…
Visa Barriers Threaten Turkish Exporters Despite Record 2025 Exports
Record Turkish exports ($265B annualized) clash with Schengen visa delays and a 16.1% refusal rate in 2023. Turkey’s…
Romania and Bulgaria Join Schengen — Golden Visa Options for Indians
With Schengen membership from January 1, 2025, Romanian and Bulgarian Golden Visa programs now enable visa‑free travel across…
Belgium to implement EU-mandated 90-day single permit deadline
Directive (EU) 2024/1233 requires Belgium to deliver single permit decisions within 90 days after admissibility, with transposition due…
Brazil Reinstates E-Visa for US, Canada, Australia: $80.90 Fee
Effective April 10, 2025, Brazil requires an $80.90 online e-visa for US, Canada, Australia citizens, valid ten years…