New Zealand Simplifies Entry for UK Visitors With Digital Waiver
New Zealand will introduce a simplified digital entry waiver for UK passport holders from July 10 2026. The change replaces the previous visitor visa requirement for stays under six months. Processing will complete in under 48 hours online.
Thailand Extends Visa Exemption to 45 Nations From August
Thailand will allow visa-free entry for citizens of 45 additional countries starting August 1 2026. The policy expands the current 60-day exemption to include nations across Africa and Latin America. Travellers gain easier access to the kingdom amid post-pandemic tourism recovery.
Japan Extends Visa-Free Stays to 12 Additional Nations From July
Japan will grant 90-day visa-free entry to citizens of 12 new countries starting July 1. The policy aims to boost tourism recovery and business travel after pandemic restrictions. Travellers gain easier access to popular destinations like Tokyo and Kyoto without prior applications.
Canada Extends Visa-Free Stays to 90 Days for South Korean Visitors
Canada will allow South Korean passport holders visa-free stays of up to 90 days starting August 1. The change builds on existing eTA requirements and aims to boost bilateral tourism. Travelers gain more flexibility for extended business and leisure trips across provinces.
New Zealand Extends Visa-Free Access to 60 Days for US Citizens
New Zealand will allow US passport holders 60-day visa-free stays starting July 15. The policy update follows bilateral talks aimed at boosting tourism recovery. US travellers gain more flexibility for extended South Pacific itineraries.
Japan Extends Visa-Free Entry to 45 Days for 12 European Nations
Japan will allow 45-day visa-free stays for citizens of 12 European countries from July 1. The change replaces the previous 30-day limit under reciprocal agreements. The policy aims to boost summer tourism recovery in regional destinations.
Australia Extends Visa-Free Stay to 90 Days for Canadian Citizens from July
Australia will allow Canadian passport holders up to 90 days visa-free starting 1 July 2026. The change builds on existing Electronic Travel Authority rules and aims to boost post-pandemic tourism recovery. Travellers gain longer flexible stays without extra paperwork or fees.
UK Launches 10-Year Visitor Visa for Gulf Nationals
The United Kingdom introduced a new 10-year multiple-entry visitor visa for citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council countries from 1 July 2026. The visa costs £1,200 and allows stays of up to six months per visit. The scheme aims to boost premium tourism.
EU Extends Visa-Free Entry to 180 Days for South African Passport Holders
The European Union will allow South African citizens up to 180 days visa-free stay starting July 15. The change aligns with updated Schengen rules to boost tourism recovery. It opens easier access for leisure and business travelers from the region.
Morocco Extends Visa-Free Stay for EU Citizens to 90 Days From July
Morocco will allow visa-free stays of up to 90 days for all EU passport holders starting 1 July 2026. The previous limit was 30 days. The change aims to stimulate post-pandemic tourism recovery.
Australia Launches 5-Year Multiple Entry Visa for Indian Nationals From August
Australia will issue 5-year multiple-entry visitor visas to Indian passport holders starting 1 August 2026. The change follows bilateral talks aimed at boosting tourism and business travel. Frequent flyers between the two nations stand to save significantly on repeat applications.
New Zealand Extends Working Holiday Visa to 35 Nations From July
New Zealand will expand its working holiday visa to citizens of 35 additional countries starting July 1. The 12-month visa allows part-time work and travel. Annual quotas range from 100 to 2,000 per nation depending on reciprocity agreements.