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ESTA System Outage Strands US-Bound Passengers in Europe
On November 6, 2024, a two-hour outage in the ESTA system caused chaos at European airports, stranding US-bound passengers. The…
Visa Waiver Program for British Residents with Portuguese Passports
British residents with Portuguese passports can travel to the US under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) using an ESTA. This…
45% Enter Korea on Visa Waivers: Unregistered Foreigner Data
Nearly 45% of unregistered foreigners in South Korea entered via visa waivers, highlighting immigration system challenges. Economic dependence on foreign…
Does Being Denied Boarding Without ESTA Count as US Visa Refusal?
Answer "no" to the question. Being unable to board a plane due to lack of an ESTA is not the…
Qatar Joins US Visa Waiver Program
Qatar's inclusion in the US Visa Waiver Program, effective December 1, 2024, is a landmark in international relations, enhancing economic…
Brexit: UK Travelers Face £6 EU Visa Waiver Next Summer
The EU will require UK travelers to obtain a €7 ETIAS visa waiver from 2025, affecting visits to most EU…
New Zealand Visa Waiver: NZeTA Requirements for Short-term Visitors
New Zealand's visa waiver program allows short-term visits from eligible countries without a visa, requiring a New Zealand Electronic Travel…
Cyprus Starts US Visa Waiver Program Application
Cyprus aims to join the US Visa Waiver Programme by 2025, allowing Cypriots to visit the US visa-free for up…