Category: Travel

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Switch to UK eVisa Before Year-End: What You Need to Know

The UK Home Office is phasing out physical immigration documents, such as Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) and visa vignettes, in favor of a digital system known as eVisa.  Here’s what you need to do before the end of the year to ensure a smooth transition. An eVisa is a digital proof of immigration status in…
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EU To Reevaluate Visa-Free Travel for Georgia

The European Union’s foreign ministers are set to deliberate on Georgia’s visa-free travel agreement during the Council of Foreign Affairs meeting on December 16, according to EU Ambassador to Georgia, Pawel Herczynski.  Discussions will explore all possible options, including the suspension of the visa-free regime. Since March 28, 2017, Georgian citizens with biometric passports have…
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UK Reimposes Visa Requirement for Colombian Nationals

Starting December 24, 2024, Colombian nationals will again need a visa to enter the United Kingdom (UK), reversing a 2022 decision to lift the requirement.  This move comes amidst concerns over a significant rise in Colombian travelers using visitor entry for purposes not permitted under UK Immigration Rules, such as living, working, or seeking asylum.…
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Romanians to Travel Visa-Free to the US Starting in 2025

Starting in 2025, Romanian citizens will be able to travel to the United States without needing a visa for tourism and business purposes.  This milestone was announced by the Romanian Embassy in Washington, following confirmation that Romania has met the stringent criteria to join the US Visa Waiver Program (VWP). The US State Department recently…
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China Revamps Visa-Free Program Adding More Nations On The List

China has expanded its visa-free entry program to include citizens from nine additional countries, bringing the total to 38 eligible nations.  Starting November 30, 2024, visitors can stay visa-free for up to 30 days, double the previous limit of 15 days. This policy, effective until the end of 2025, aims to revive China’s inbound tourism…
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