Tag Electronic Travel Authorizations

Visas & Passports

Canada Announces Visa-Free Travel for 13 Countries

Canada introduces visa-free travel for passport holders from 13 countries, simplifying the process and diverting applications from the visa caseload. The initiative aims to improve efficiency and foster international relationships while ensuring border security.

Manish Khandelwal
27/06/2023

Visas & Passports

UK Starts Charging a £10 Entry Fee for Visa-Exempt Travellers

In a move echoing the United States’ long-standing practice, the United Kingdom (UK) has announced the introduction of an entry fee for travellers. Following in the footsteps of the US and the forthcoming European Union (EU) entry fee, the UK…

Manish Khandelwal
12/06/2023

Visas & Passports

UK Announces Major Change to Visit Visa Requirements for GCC Nationals

The UK government has announced a major change in visit visa requirements for citizens from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and Jordan. The introduction of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme brings reduced costs and streamlined entry procedures for Gulf travelers and Jordanians, aligning them with visitors from the US and Australia.

Manish Khandelwal
07/06/2023

Visas & Passports

UK Introduces Electronic Travel Authorization for Visa-Exempt Travellers

People holding passports from several countries, including the European Union, the US, Canada, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and others, will be required to apply for Electronic Travel Authorization. The scheme will be fully rolled out by the end of 2024.

Manish Khandelwal
10/03/2023

Visas & Passports

Sri Lanka To Restart On-Arrival ETA Service For Fully Vaccinated Travelers

The Sri Lankan Govt on Friday announced that it has decided to restart the on-arrival Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) service at its airports for fully vaccinated international travelers. Sarath Rupasiri, Immigration and Emigration Department Controller General in a statement said…

Manish Khandelwal
16/10/2021

Visas & Passports

Canada Starts Visitor Visa And eTA Processing From July 1

Canada is all set to start processing online applications for visitor visa and electronic travel authorizations (eTA) from July 1. As per a media release, even the travel restrictions are still in place, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) are…