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Indonesia Fast-Tracks Golden Visa Issuance, Approaches 1,000-Goal Target
Indonesia has made significant progress with its Golden Visa Program, issuing almost 500 golden visas within two months of its official launch in July 2024. This new residency-by-investment…
Hong Kong Extends Visa Validity to Boost ASEAN Ties
Hong Kong has announced an extension of the validity of multiple-entry visas for nationals of Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam. The new policy, effective immediately, aims to strengthen…
Malaysia Seeks Visa-Free Travel to Canada as Bilateral Ties Strengthen
Malaysia is calling on Canada to allow Malaysians to travel without visas, aiming to make journeys between the two countries easier. Right now, Canadians can visit Malaysia without a visa…
Big Changes Coming to UK Visas: What Travelers Need to Know
Big changes are coming for UK visa applicants and travelers planning to visit the United Kingdom. The UK government is switching its visa application center service provider and introducing…
Estonia’s 2024 Immigration Quota Remains Unfilled Amid Declining Interest from…
Estonia's government has announced that its immigration quota for 2024 is still not fully filled, with around 300 spots remaining open. This shortfall highlights a decreasing trend in the…
Sweden Tightens Citizenship Rules with Stricter ID Checks and Security Measures
Sweden is introducing tougher regulations for individuals seeking Swedish citizenship, implementing stricter identity controls, enhanced security procedures, and more comprehensive…
France Extends Schengen Visa Processing Time to Four Weeks for Algerian Applicants…
The French Consulate in Algeria has announced that the processing time for Schengen visa applications submitted by Algerian nationals has been extended to approximately four weeks. This…
New Visa-Free Policy Allows 18 European Countries to Visit China
China has been steadily expanding its visa-free entry program throughout 2024, aiming to attract more tourists and foster international exchanges. The most recent additions include five…
Cyprus Moves Closer to US Visa Waiver Program, Aiming for 2025
Cyprus is making significant progress toward joining the United States Visa Waiver Program (VWP), which would allow Cypriots to travel to the US without needing a visa. The country is…
Australia Sees Drop in International Student Applications Amid Changes in Visa…
Australia is experiencing a significant decrease in the number of international students applying for visas, following recent policy changes aimed at reducing the migrant intake. The shift,…
South Africa Launches Points-Based Visa to Boost Skilled Immigration
South Africa is set to introduce a points-based visa system aimed at making it easier for skilled workers to enter the country. The new system will allow individuals with specific…
US Grants Visa-Free Entry to Qataris Under New Waiver Program
The United States has officially included Qatar in its Visa Waiver Program (VWP), making travel between the two nations easier for Qatari citizens. Starting no later than December 1,…