Visa updates
Internet searches for ‘digital nomad visas’ SKYROCKET 1,135% – as demand hits an all-time high worldwide
A new analysis of Google search data has discovered that searches for ‘digital nomad visas’ have soared an immense 1,135% worldwide – highlighting that demand for these is higher than ever before in 2024.
Thailand extends visa waiver for Indian and Taiwanese tourists till 1 November
Thailand’s cabinet approved a plan to extend visa exemption programs for tourists from India and Taiwan for six more months, as the Southeast Asian nation seeks to boost the number of foreign arrivals to shore up its sluggish economy.
Bhutan’s Department of Tourism announces the lift of the mandatory travel insurance requirement for visitors
Bhutan’s Department of Tourism has withdrawn the requirement for travel insurance to apply for a travel visa.
Italy introduces Digital Nomad Visa
Remote workers can now head to Italy to live and work from there for companies or clients located outside the country after Italy has officially introduced its Digital Nomad Visa program.
UK hikes family visa income threshold by 55%
The minimum income requirement for sponsoring a family member on a family visa in the United Kingdom has been increased, further tightening the criteria for immigration. The income benchmark has been increased from 18,600 pounds to 29,000 pounds - an increase of more than 55 per cent.
3 simple tips for that seamless visa application journey
Sumanth Kapoor, Head – KSA and Bahrain, VFS Global shares simple tips for that seamless visa application journey.
VFS Global witnesses 15% increase in visa volume in 2023
With the growing demand for international travel over the past few years, VFS Global has witnessed a 15% surge in visa applications in 2023 v/s 2022, and a whopping 145% growth since borders reopened post-pandemic
Japan to launch six-month visa for digital nomads
Japan is set to launch a six-month digital nomad visa in late March, offering remote workers the opportunity to work and stay in the country for an extended period.
France visa services in Qatar now available through VFS Global
VFS Global is bringing France visa services closer to home for the residents of Qatar through its new France Visa Application Centre in Doha.
Trip.com Group welcomes first batch of Chinese Visa-free travellers to Singapore
Trip.com Group is pleased to welcome the first batch of Chinese tourists to Singapore under the Singapore-China mutual 30-day visa-free arrangement.
VFS Global wins seven global contracts in 2023 to further strengthen its global leadership position
VFS Global, the world’s largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions, significantly added to its business footprint in 2023.
New Study Reveals the countries with the most “in-demand” visas
Remitly, a leading digital financial services provider for immigrants and their families, has delved into Google searches worldwide to find which country’s visas people are searching for the most.
Tourists could face 14-hour queues at borders under EU Entry-Exit scheme, Committee warned
The EU’s proposed Entry-Exit Scheme (EES) could cause queues of 14 hours or more, the European Scrutiny Committee has been warned.
FCM Travel Asia foresees an increase in Business Travel as China and Singapore reach a 30-day Visa-Free Entry Agreement
China and Singapore have reached an agreement to grant a 30-day visa-free entry for their citizens from 9th February 2024, a day before the Golden Week holidays.
Explore Türkiye effortlessly with new visa exemption rule, e-visa and complimentary stopover services
Türkiye to extend visa-free entry to the nationals of UAE, Oman, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia, as of December 23, 2023.
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