EU Extends Schengen Entry to 120 Days for Select Long-Stay Visitors
The European Commission approved a pilot allowing 120-day stays within any 180-day period for travelers from five countries starting September 2026. The change targets remote workers and extended leisure visitors. Standard 90-day limits remain for most nationalities.
US Launches Visa Waiver Program for 8 Latin American Nations in July
The United States will implement a visa waiver program for citizens of eight Latin American countries starting July 15 2026. The program allows 90-day stays without prior visa approval for eligible passport holders. It aims to boost tourism and business travel between the regions amid post-pandemic recovery.
Canada Extends eTA Validity to 10 Years for EU Citizens
Canada updates its Electronic Travel Authorization to 10-year validity for EU passport holders from July 2026. The change simplifies repeat visits for tourism and business. Over 4 million EU travelers benefit annually from the streamlined process.
Australia Launches Digital Nomad Visa for 10 Asian Nations
Australia introduces a new 12-month digital nomad visa for citizens of 10 Asian countries starting August 2026. The policy aims to boost tourism and remote work in regional areas. Travellers gain easier access to live and work in Australia without traditional employment sponsorship.
Argentina Extends Remote Worker Visas to 36 Months
Argentina extended its remote worker visa to a maximum stay of 36 months starting July 2026. Applicants must prove 2 400 USD monthly remote income. The change applies to nationals of 42 countries including the US Canada and EU states.
Brazil Launches E-Visa for EU Travelers From July 2026
Brazil will require EU citizens to obtain an e-visa starting July 15 2026. The online system processes applications in under 72 hours for 90-day stays. Travelers gain streamlined entry but must plan ahead to avoid airport delays.
Chile Extends Temporary Work Visas for Remote Workers Through 2027
Chile extended its temporary remote worker visa program until December 2027 with expanded eligibility. The visa allows stays of up to 12 months and covers digital nomads from 40 countries. Application fees remain at 120 US dollars with online processing.
US Launches Digital ESTA Expansion for Brazilian Nationals
The United States will roll out an expanded ESTA digital authorization for Brazilian passport holders effective August 1 2026. The program increases visa-free stays to 90 days and processes applications in under 24 hours. This shift directly affects millions of leisure and business travelers planning US trips this year.
Thailand Waives Visa Fees for 12 New Countries Through 2027
Thailand eliminated visa fees for citizens of 12 additional countries effective August 1 2026. The list includes Poland Hungary and Chile among others. The waiver runs through December 2027 to stimulate tourism recovery.
Canada Extends 10-Year Multiple-Entry Visas for Indian Nationals
Canada has extended multiple-entry visas to 10 years for Indian passport holders starting July 2026. The change aligns with bilateral talks to boost tourism and business travel. It simplifies repeated visits for frequent flyers between the two nations.
Japan Extends Visa-Free Access for ASEAN Nationals Through 2028
Japan will waive visa requirements for citizens of Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam starting August 2026. The policy builds on post-pandemic recovery efforts to boost tourism numbers. It matters because it removes a major barrier for millions of regional travelers planning trips to Tokyo and Kyoto.
China Extends Multiple-Entry Visas to Five Years for US Citizens
China announced five-year multiple-entry visas for US passport holders effective August 1. The policy replaces the previous one-year limit and applies to tourism and business travel. It aims to boost bilateral tourism flows after years of restrictions.