UAE
UAE visa and residency updates — Golden Visa criteria, freelancer permits, investor visas, and employment regulations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Covers Emirates ID, labor card requirements, and expat tax rules.
Egyptian Chamber Pushes for Multiple-Entry Emergency Entry Visa
Egypt raises emergency entry visa fees at ports to $30 starting March 1, 2026, while standard airport visa-on-arrival fees remain unchanged at $25.
Georgia Bars Foreign Tour Guides Without Permanent Residence Permit or Work Permit
Starting March 2026, Georgia restricts foreign nationals without permanent residency from working as guides, taxi drivers, or couriers.…
Electronic Travel Authorisation Adds New Rule for Dual British Citizens with Certificate of Entitlement
From Feb 25, 2026, the UK mandates dual citizens use British passports or Entitlement Certificates as ETA enforcement…
OFAC General Licenses GL 46A Guide Oil Firms on Foreign Government Deposit Funds
New U.S. Treasury rules require oil companies in Venezuela to route royalties through FGDF accounts while allowing direct…
Canada-Ukraine Authorisation for Emergency Travel Cuaet Temporary Residents Expected to Return After War
Canada reaffirms temporary status for 300,000 Ukrainians under CUAET, facing a March 31 extension deadline as advocates push…
United Airlines Flight 1511 Boeing 737 Gets Security Sweep at Newark
A security sweep on United Flight 1511 at Newark highlights traveler options and operational impacts when prohibited items…
Madagascar Triples 15-Day E-Visa Fee for Visitors
Madagascar has tripled its 15-day e-Visa fee to €30. This sudden price hike affects short-term tourists and business…
JKIA Strike Forces Kenya Airways Delays as Kenya Civil Aviation Authority Intervenes
A two-day strike at Nairobi's JKIA has ended, but travelers face a complex recovery period. To minimize risk,…
Azerbaijan Expands Visa-Free Entry Pilot Programs for Travelers
Azerbaijan has updated its 2026 entry rules, blending permanent visa-free access with new one-year pilot programs for specific…
Armenia Expands Temporary Visa-Free Entry Policy for Indians with 180 Days and Residence Permits
Eligible Indian passport holders with residency in the US, EU, or GCC can enter Armenia visa-free from January…