India Extends e-Visa Validity to Five Years for US Citizens
India will grant five-year multiple-entry e-visas to US passport holders starting 1 July 2026. The move expands on the existing one-year option and aims to boost bilateral tourism. US travelers gain longer flexibility without repeated applications.
Japan Simplifies Entry for Thai and Vietnamese Nationals
Japan will allow visa-free entry for Thai and Vietnamese citizens for stays up to 90 days starting 1 August 2026. The policy replaces the previous 15-day visa exemption. Both countries have reciprocal agreements with Tokyo.
Brazil Extends Visa-Free Stays for South Korean Nationals Through 2027
Brazil has extended visa-free entry for South Korean passport holders until December 2027. The policy allows stays of up to 90 days per visit with multiple entries permitted. This change supports growing tourism and business ties between the two nations.
Canada Extends 5-Year Multiple-Entry Visas to Chinese Nationals
Canada will issue 5-year multiple-entry visas to Chinese applicants starting June 15. The policy replaces single-entry options for most tourist and business travelers. Frequent visitors gain major cost and time savings on repeat trips.
Mexico Extends 180-Day Visa-Free Stay for Colombian Citizens
Mexico extended visa-free stays for Colombian passport holders to 180 days from June 1. The previous limit was 90 days. Officials cite strong tourism recovery and cultural ties.
South Africa Extends 90-Day Visa-Free Access for Indian Nationals
South Africa has extended visa-free entry to 90 days for Indian passport holders effective 1 June 2026. The policy builds on bilateral tourism agreements signed in 2025 to boost visitor numbers. Indian travellers gain easier access to major safari and coastal destinations without prior embassy visits.
Japan Scraps Visa Fees for Citizens of 12 ASEAN and Pacific Nations
Japan eliminated visa application fees for citizens of 12 ASEAN and Pacific Island nations effective 1 June 2026. The waiver covers tourist and business visits up to 90 days. Officials aim to increase regional visitor numbers by 15 percent.
India Rolls Out 10-Year E-Visa for US and UK Citizens
India has extended its e-visa validity to 10 years for nationals of the United States and United Kingdom effective 1 June. The move replaces the previous one- and five-year options with a single long-term permit priced at $80. Travellers gain multiple-entry access without repeated applications, cutting costs and paperwork for frequent visitors.
Turkey Grants 90-Day Visa-Free Access to Brazilian Citizens
Turkey extended visa-free entry to Brazilian passport holders for stays up to 90 days starting 10 June. The decision reciprocates Brazil’s earlier policy and targets summer tourism recovery. Visitors must still complete an online pre-registration form 72 hours before arrival.
Australia Extends 90-Day Visa-Free Access for UK Nationals
Australia has extended visa-free stays for UK passport holders to 90 days starting June 2026. The policy builds on existing reciprocal agreements amid post-Brexit travel negotiations. It simplifies longer holidays and business trips for British travellers exploring multiple states.
UK Extends Visa-Free Stays for South African Nationals to 90 Days
The United Kingdom will allow South African passport holders visa-free entry for up to 90 days starting July 1 2026. The policy update follows bilateral trade talks concluded in London last week. Travelers gain easier access to business and leisure trips without prior embassy visits.
South Africa Extends Visa-Free Entry for Indian Nationals to 2028
South Africa has extended visa-free travel for Indian passport holders through December 2028. The policy covers tourism and business visits up to 90 days. It boosts post-pandemic recovery for South African tourism operators.