Transit Schengen Visas: A Guide for Travellers to the US, Canada, and the UK
By: natasha / September 25, 2024
When traveling to the United States or Canada with a layover in a Schengen country, it’s essential to be aware of the transit Schengen visa requirements. This visa allows you to pass through the international transit areas of airports in the Schengen Zone without entering the country. Understanding the eligibility criteria, necessary documents, and application […]
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Thailand to Launch Mandatory ETA for 93 Visa-Exempt Countries including South Africa
By: natasha / September 11, 2024
Thailand is set to launch a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system for visa-exempt travelers. Starting from December 2024, visitors entering by air, land, or sea will need to obtain an ETA. The system aims to enhance security and streamline entry procedures, with confirmation typically issued within 24 hours.
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South African assport holders no longer require a visa to enter Thailand even if travelling for business
By: natasha / July 18, 2024
Nationals of South Africa are entitled to visa exemption for the purpose of tourism business engagements or urgent work or ad-hoc work, for a up to 60 days period of stay and can be extended for another period not exceeding 30 days. Extension of stay is solely at the discretion of the immigration officer. Before […]
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South African passport holders will require a visa to travel to Ireland from the 10th July 2024!
By: natasha / July 8, 2024
Nationals of Botswana and South Africa will be required to obtain a visa before travelling to Ireland from Wednesday, Minister for Justice Helen McEntee has said. New visa requirements announced for Botswana, S Africa (rte.ie)
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Schengen Visa fees to rise 12% globally starting June 11, says EU
By: natasha / May 23, 2024
If you are planning a short trip to Europe, specifically in the Schengen Zone countries, your visit is going to cost you more as the European Commission has announced a global increase in visa (type C) fees by 12% for the area, effective from June 11, 2024, ANI reported on Tuesday. https://www.livemint.com/news/world/schengen-visa-fees-hike-europe-trips-to-get-costlier-as-european-commission-hikes-fee-by-12-11716298849793.html
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Romania and Bulgaria will enter the Schengen zone in 2024. What will change for travellers?
By: natasha / March 7, 2024
By Rebecca Ann Hughes, Published on 20/01/2024 for euronews.travel Bulgaria and Romania will be part of the Schengen area from 31 March. As of 31 March this year, Romania and Bulgaria will join the Schengen zone, which allows free movement between member states for 400 million citizens. The two countries have been members of the European […]
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Fed Govt of Nigeria installs 30-second biometric gates for Immigration at airports
By: visas / February 26, 2024
The Federal Government has installed 30-second biometric clearance gates for the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) at all international airports across the country. The biometric gates have the capacity to screen and clear a passenger within 30 seconds without any interface or contacts with Immigration personnel. When inaugurated, the gates would provide seamless clearance services for passengers entering […]
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Travelers Might Soon Have to Pay More for a Schengen Visa
By: natasha / February 20, 2024
Those who need a Schengen visa might soon have to pay a 12 percent higher fee. The EU proposed for the Schengen visa application fee to be increased from €80 to €90 for adults and from €40 to €45 for children. The increase will not affect nationals of countries that have facilitation agreements with Schengen […]
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Chinese Visa Application Centers closed for “Chinese New Year”
By: visas / February 12, 2024
The Chinese Visa Application Service Center in Johannesburg and the two visa offices in Durban and Cape Town will be closed from Monday, 12th to Wednesday, 14th February for Chinese Spring Festival holiday. Please be kindly reminded your collection date will be postponed. Please note that usually the peak days will start right after the […]
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