Malaysia Visa on Arrival Update : Malaysia has extended its Visa on Arrival facility to include business travelers, not just short-term tourists. No e-visa is required if you’re opting for Visa on Arrival. However, all travelers using this facility must complete the Malaysia Arrival Card process before departure. A smoother
USA Visa Update : For all types of U.S. visa applications, it is now mandatory to provide your National ID number. This information must be entered at the time of filling out your visa application form. Ensure your National ID is valid and readily available during the application process to
Austria Visa Update : Flexible and faster submission process now available for Austria visa applicants.
Portugal Visa Update : For Portugal visa applications, hotel bookings on plain company letterheads are no longer accepted. Only official hotel bookings from platforms like Booking.com or Agoda are accepted by the Portugal Consulate/Embassy. Ensure valid proof of accommodation from recognized platforms to avoid rejection.
UK Visa Application Center Update – May 2025 : A new UK Visa Application Center (VAC) is being launched in Haryana. This center will be operational from 31st May 2025. Applicants from Haryana and nearby regions can now submit their UK visa applications locally. Improved convenience and accessibility for North
France Visa Update – May 2025 : For family visit visa applications, a Town Hall Letter (Lettre de la Mairie) is now mandatory regardless of whether the host family is sponsoring your trip or not. This applies to all applicants visiting family members in France. Ensure this document is obtained
Switzerland Visa Fee Update : The short-term visa fee for Switzerland has been increased to €90. This applies to all Schengen (Type C) visa categories including tourism, business, and family visits. Ensure updated payment is made at the time of application to avoid delays
Italy Long-Term Visa Update – May 2025 : Italy has launched a new pre-verification portal for long-term visa applicants: 🔗 visa.helloverify.com How it works: 1. Upload your documents on the website. 2. The authorities will verify and cross-check your documents. 3. If approved, you will proceed to the next step
Portugal Visa Update – May 2025 : A Birth Certificate is now mandatory for both minors and adults applying for a Portugal visa. If an adult applicant does not possess a birth certificate, they must provide a self-declaration explaining the reason for its absence. Ensure this document is included to
Czech Republic Visa Update – May 2025 : Personal submission is mandatory for every visa application, even if the applicant has submitted biometrics previously. This means you must visit the VFS center in person each time you apply—regardless of prior submissions. No exemptions are allowed. Plan your visit accordingly.
