Visa exemption policy update

China has announced the extension of its visa exemption policy for another year for 46 countries, including France. The measure is therefore extended until December 31, 2026. As a reminder, citizens of the following countries and territories can enjoy a 30-day...

15/10/2025 – ETA mandatory

As of October 15, 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) will become mandatory for all travelers to Sri Lanka. Please note that the visa on arrival requirement has been eliminated 🚨 Sri Lanka has also announced the possibility of ETA exemptions for 33...

Visa appointment process simplification

Beginning September 2, 2025, all nonimmigrant visa applicants, including those under the age of 14 and over the age of 79, must appear for an interview with a consular officer, except for the following: – Applicants for visas: A-1, A-2, C-3 (except escorts,...

Indonesia Arrival card mandatory

The “All Indonesia” arrival card will be officially rolled out starting September 1st in Jakarta, Bali, and Surabaya, before becoming mandatory at all Indonesian international airports starting October 1st, 2025. “All Indonesia” allows users to...

ESTA consular fees increase

The increase in consular fees for ESTA (visa-exempt travelers to the US / Visa Waiver Program participants) will take effect on September 30th. The ESTA (electronic travel authorization), required to travel to the United States for visa-exempt individuals, will...

Beware of UK ETA websites and prices!

💥 ALERT! Many clients call us because they wanted to apply for their UK ETA online on a website…??? and they paid but never received their ETA! Similarly, some order their ETA online and, when the bill arrives… €185 or more!!! At Visa Travel International,...