EU Urges U.S. to Reverse Palestinian Official Visa Ban Ahead of UNGA 2025
The EU urged the U.S. to revoke a visa ban affecting about 80 Palestinian officials before UNGA 2025.…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
Wrocław Airport Becomes Poland’s First to Issue Biometric Passports On-Site
In August 2025 Wrocław Airport opened Poland’s first full on-site biometric passport office, offering seven-day standard processing and…
US Tourism Decline from Mexico, Argentina, India, Brazil, China Deepens Amid Tighter Immigration and
Starting Oct 1, 2025, a $250 visa integrity fee raises visitor visa costs to $442; added bonds and…
Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizens Travel Visa-Free to Nigeria in Historic Bilateral Move
From August 4, 2025, Saint Kitts and Nevis nationals may enter Nigeria visa-free for short stays, provided they…
Trump Administration Proposes Fixed Four-Year Cap on F and J Student Visas
DHS proposed ending duration-of-status, instituting a four-year cap for most F-1, J-1, and I visa holders with limited…
China launches one-year visa-free trial for Russian citizens in 2025
From Sept 15, 2025, China will allow Russian ordinary passport holders visa-free entry for one year, with 30-day…
Qantas Unveils Double Status Credits or Double Points Promo for 2025 Travel
Register before booking (28 Aug–3 Sep 2025) to receive Double Status Credits or Double Points on eligible QF‑operated…
Ecuador Announces Updated Transit Visa Rules for Passengers
Effective July 31, 2025, Ecuador requires a US$30 Transit Visa for travelers from 45 countries transiting its airports;…
Taiwan Eases Visa Rules to Attract Global Talent and Investment
Taiwan’s 2025 reforms extend visa-free entry for Thailand, Brunei and the Philippines through July 2026, mandate a digital…