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Visas & Passports

South Africa Eyes Visa Waiver for Indian and Chinese Tourists

The South African government is considering a visa waiver for Chinese and Indian nationals in an effort to boost tourism from the world's most populous nations. Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille said that she intends to meet with Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi ahead of a visit to Beijing next month to discuss whether visas can be waived for Chinese and Indian visitors for limited duration stays.

Manish Khandelwal
28/10/2023

Visas & Passports

South Africa Revises Work Visa System to Streamline Process, and Attract Foreign Workers

The government will introduce a Trusted Employer Scheme and a points-based system to make it easier for foreign workers to obtain work visas. The e-visa system will also be expanded to cover new visa categories such as study, business, and intra-company transfer visas.

Manish Khandelwal
25/04/2023

International

Emirates and Airlink Enters Codeshare Partnership; More Connectivity Across Eight South African Cities

Emirates and Airlink have officially activated their codeshare partnership. The Emirates and Airlink partnership makes it easier for customers to create their ideal itinerary and benefit from seamless connections and a single booking reference across eight domestic South African cities via…

Manish Khandelwal
07/06/2022

International

US To Reopen For Fully Vaccinated Travelers From 33 Countries Starting Nov 08

Finally, a piece of good news coming for those who wish to travel to the United States, starting from 08th Nov 2021 the country is now planning to reopen its borders for fully vaccinated travelers. The announcement made by Kevin…

Manish Khandelwal
16/10/2021

International

Saudi Arabia Lifts Travel Ban On UAE and 2 Other Countries Starting Sep 08

As per the report of Saudi Press Agency (SPA), Saudi Arabia has decided to lift the travel ban on United Arab Emirates (UAE), South Africa, and Argentina effective from 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 8. The Ministry of Interior said…

Manish Khandelwal
08/09/2021

International

Turkey Suspends Flights From India And 5 Other Countries

The Turkish Govt on Tuesday announced that it is suspending direct flights from India and five other countries amid the spike in the cases of new Coronavirus variants in those countries. The Interior Ministry of Turkey in a circular said…

Manish Khandelwal
30/06/2021

International

Dubai Airport To Reopen Terminal 1 From June 24

Dubai’s state airport operator on Sunday said it might reopen Terminal 1 at Dubai International Airport on Thursday after a 15-month closure because of the coronavirus pandemic. Over 40 international airlines will now gradually shift operations to the reopened terminal,…

Manish Khandelwal
21/06/2021

International

UAE Eases Travel Restrictions For India And 2 Other Countries

In a major relief, Dubai on Saturday allowed holders of UAE residency visas who stuck outside the country to return from certain nations if they have received two doses of a UAE-approved vaccine. The Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster…

Manish Khandelwal
19/06/2021

Travel Advisory

Mumbai Issues New Guidelines For Passengers Arriving From UK, Europe, Middle East, South Africa and Brazil

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Wednesday updates its quarantine guidelines for international passengers arriving from UK, Europe, Middle East, South Africa, and Brazil. Mandatory Quarantine For Passengers From Brazil The Central government had made it mandatory for incoming passengers…

Manish Khandelwal
04/03/2021

International

Emirates Suspends Flights To Australia And South Africa

Emirates, the largest airline and flag carrier of UAE on Friday announced that it has suspended the flight operations for Australia and South Africa. Due to this suspension hundreds of Australians have been left stranded in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.…

Manish Khandelwal
17/01/2021