Passports
ABTA urges holidaymakers to check their passport meets validity rules for travel to Europe
With the start of the Easter holidays just a few weeks away, ABTA – The Travel Association is encouraging anyone with plans to travel to Europe to make sure their passport will be valid for their trip.
UK passport fees to increase further
From 10 April, the fee for a standard online application made from within the UK will rise from £88.50 to £94.50 for adults and £57.50 to £61.50 for children.
China offers visa-free entry to Xishuangbanna to Southeast Asian travellers
China announced that it is offering visa-free entry to Xishuangbanna in Yunnan Province to travellers from countries that are part of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Japan reduces visa slots for Filipino travellers to mitigate overtourism
As part of the Japanese government’s drive against overtourism, the Japanese Embassy in the Philippines recently decreased application slots for Filipinos seeking to enter the country as tourists.
Vietnam and Thailand hold discussions on tourism collaboration
Officials from Vietnam and Thailand are working on tourism collaboration in light of the Six Countries, One Destination initiative.
Singapore still on top in updated Henley Passport Index
The latest update to the Henley Passport Index shows that Singapore reclaimed its crown as the most powerful passport in the world with visa-free access to 195 out of 227 destinations worldwide.
Philippines reports 5.44 million tourist arrivals for 2024
The Philippines received approximately 5.44 million tourist arrivals for the full length of 2024, showing an increase of 8.7 percent from the end of 2023.
Taiwan introduces digital nomad visa
Taiwan’s National Development Council formally launched the new Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa at a ceremony held in Tainan City last 20th December.
South Korea extends K-ETA exemption for Singaporeans till 2025
The South Korean government announced the extension of its Korea Electronic Travel Authorisation (K-ETA) exemption for Singaporean travelers till the end of 2025.
Thai e-Visa system goes online on 1st January
Beginning Wednesday, 1st January 2025, global travellers may apply for a Thai electronic visa (e-Visa) through the official website.
Digi Yatra sets the stage for an exciting 2025
The year 2024 saw Digi Yatra, a Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) based ecosystem utilising face biometric technology for contactless and seamless passenger processing at airports, changing the travel game.
Nepal government renews travel advisory to Southeast Asia
The Nepal government renewed its travel advisory for citizens planning to visit Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos on Monday, 23rd December.
BLS International partners with CIBT to redefine U.S. Passport Renewal Services
In a bid to simplify and expedite the U.S. passport renewal process, BLS International has partnered with CIBT, a renowned provider of travel document services
Malaysian passport moves to 11th place on the Henley Passport Index
The Henley Passport Power Index reports that the Malaysian passport surged into 11th place in its rankings in October of this year.
Henley & Partners to host 18th annual Global Citizenship Conference in Singapore
Over 400 delegates from over 50 countries are expected to attend the 18th annual Global Citizenship Conference hosted by Henley & Partners in Singapore this month.
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