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Tourist taxes you will need to pay this 2024

by Visagov | February 8, 2024
Tourist taxes, or tourist levies, are additional charges that travelers must pay when visiting certain cities or countries. They are often used to fund local infrastructure, environmental conservation projects, or put a stop to overtourism...

Essential Information: Thailand visa for US citizens

by Carlota | February 7, 2024
Visiting Bangkok, Chiang Mai and the fantastic Islands of Thailand like Phuket are some of the things to do in Thailand waiting for you. Learn all the vital information on how to get a Thailand visa...

Your essential handbook to Thailand entry requirements

by Carlota | February 6, 2024
Are you about to travel to Thailand? Immersing oneself in the enchantment of Thailand is to delve into a captivating tapestry of tradition, exoticism, and stunning natural beauty. This Southeast Asian nation is renowned for its...

Bulgaria and Romania to enter the passport-free Schengen area

by Visagov | February 6, 2024
From March 31st on, Bulgaria and Romania will be partially admitted to the Schengen area. Air and sea border air controls between Bulgaria, Romania and the existing Schengen Member States will be lifted. Land border checks...

Zambia visa for US citizens: How to apply and requirements

by Pilar Dujan | February 2, 2024
Zambia is a country in Africa whose tourism industry keeps growing and growing. The things to do in Zambia include some of the most popular attractions throughout the continent, like the renowned Victoria Falls.  Is it necessary...

Iran: these 28 countries can now travel to Iran visa-free

by Visagov | February 2, 2024
Visiting Iran’s tourist attractions just became easier for citizens of 28 countries. Starting on February 4, passport holders of some countries can travel visa-free to Iran for tourism.  This is a unilateral visa exemption, which means that...

Digital visa to be issued for Paris Olympic games

by Visagov | February 1, 2024
Franche is issuing some digital visas for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic games. Around 70,000 digital visas are expected to be issued for the games between July 26 to August 11 and from August 28 to...

Ghana to remove its visa requirements for Africans by December

by Visagov | January 30, 2024
Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, the president of Ghana, announced during the annual Africa Prosperity Dialogue that the country plans on removing its visa requirements for all African citizens by December, 2024. President Akufo-Addo emphasized the importance...