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Bahrain:
Gulf Air's scheduled services to and from Bahrain International Airport remain temporarily suspended. The airline currently operates temporary commercial flights to and from Bahrain via King Fahad International Airport in Dammam. Gulf Air (Mar 17)
Special Updates on the Ongoing Situation in West Asia
Jordan:
Royal Jordanian flights will be operating as long as Jordanian airspace remains open. Passengers should keep checking their flight status at https://www.rj.com/en/plan-and-book/before-you-fly/book-your-ticket?tab=4 Royal Jordanian (Mar 10)
Kuwait:
Jazeera Airways announced it will resume commercial flights to and from Sohag in Egypt via Saudi Arabia’s Qaisumah Airport, starting March 29. Gulf News (Mar 22)
Kuwait Airways resumes flights to and from Cairo, Egypt, operating 4 times a week via Dammam. Arab Times Kuwait News (Mar 22)
Qatar:
Qatar Airways announced in an update that it will operate a revised limited number of flights from March 18 to March 28, 2026. The Peninsula Qatar (Mar 17)
Qatar Airways has announced a limited number of flights to and from Doha for passengers whose original bookings were disrupted by the conflict in West Asia. Condé Nast Traveler (Mar 9)
Saudi Arabia:
The King Khalid International Airport (RUH) (KKIA) in Riyadh remains open.
Saudia has partially resumed flight operations to and from Dubai, but flights to and from certain destinations will remain cancelled.
Saudi’s low-cost carrier Flynas flights to Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dubai, Doha, Kuwait, Iraq, Sharjah, and Syria will remain suspended until March 31; Another low-cost Saudi airline, Flyadeal, has also announced the cancellation of some of its flights. Time Out Riyadh (Mar 17)
Flynas, Flyadeal and major international airlines extend cancellations. Time Out (Mar 17)
The Embassy of India in Riyadh is obtaining individual transit visa approvals from the Saudi Government. Priority is given to stranded Indian nationals, especially those on tourist or short-term visas to transit through Saudi Arabia from Bahrain. These transit visa requests are referred by the Embassy of India in Bahrain to the Embassy of India in Riyadh.
Indian and Saudi carriers have resumed normal operations in Jeddah and Madinah. Indian nationals can travel to India by checking flight availability. Embassy of India, Bahrain, Embassy of India, Riyadh (Mar 9)
The UAE:
Etihad Airways resumes limited flights and it is operating a limited schedule of commercial flights between Abu Dhabi and select destinations. Gulf News (Mar 20)
Following the partial reopening of regional airspace, Emirates is operating a reduced flight schedule. Emirates (Mar 16)
The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority has announced the gradual resumption of flights from Dubai International Airport. Time Out Dubai (Mar 16)
Relevant updates from more destinations within the Asia Pacific region available below.
Canada
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Travellers can now stay in Canada for longer periods without repeated extensions after Ottawa’s new visitor-visa policy took effect on 5 January 2026. Travellers can stay typically up to one year, when they demonstrate sufficient funds and a clear exit plan.
Source: VisaHQ News Jan 6, 2026
IRCC will not accept any new sponsorship applications for parents and grandparents until further notice, effective from January 1, 2026.
Source: Government of Canada Dec 29, 2026
Regarding the Situation in West Asia
Air Canada extends flexible rebooking policy for West Asia travel.
Source: Travel Pulse Mar 18, 2026
Air Canada extends Dubai suspension, maintains extra Delhi flights.
Source: Travel Market Report Mar 17, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Canadians are still avoiding U.S. travel, but not vice versa: StatCan.
Source: Global News Mar 11, 2026
B.C. travel across U.S. border declines for 13th straight month.
Source: BIV Mar 2, 2026
Travel Updates:
Canada and Japan team up on free flights to regional Japan.
Source: The Traveler Mar 23, 2026
Canadian FIFA World Cup 2026™ travel trends revealed.
Source: Airbnb Feb 4, 2026
Mexico
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Starting in August, Mexico will launch an electronic visa platform for foreign tourists eliminating the need for in-person visits to consular offices. The e-visa costing 32 USD is not valid for travel by land or sea. It only applies to foreigners entering via air for tourism, cultural or family purposes and require a visa to enter mexico. It does not allow any work activities and is valid for a maximum of 180 days. Infants under two years old are exempt from the payment.
Source: Mexico News Daily Jul 29, 2025
From February 5, Mexico will accept exclusively electronic visas (e-Visas) for Brazilian passport holders entering for tourism, business or transit.
Source: VisaHQ Feb 3, 2026
Destination Headlines:
IHG Hotels & Resorts accelerates growth in Mexico.
Source: Travel Mole Mar 23, 2026
Mexico to host UN Tourism’s Fourth World Sports Tourism Congress for the first time.
Source: Gobierno de Mexico Mar 17, 2026
Travel Updates:
Airlines expand flights to Mexico’s 2026 World Cup cities.
Source: Mexico Business Mar 5, 2026
Volaris expands Mexico and US network with 33 new routes, starting June 2026.
Source: Travel and Tour World Feb 8, 2026
USA
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Beginning 21 January 2026, Bangladeshi nationals approved for new B-1/B-2 visitor visas will have to post a U.S.$15,000 “departure bond” before they can travel to the United States. Only visas issued on or after 21 January will be subject to the bond.
Source: VisaHQ Jan 20, 2026
The visa bond programme is being expanded to apply to a total of 50 countries on April 2 and will require foreign nationals from these countries to post a bond of up to $15,000 before receiving B1 or B2 visas for business and tourism in the United States. The bond will be returned to visa recipients who return home in compliance with the terms of the visa and the bond or does not travel.
The 12 new countries include: Cambodia, Ethiopia, Georgia, Grenada, Lesotho, Mauritius, Mongolia, Mozambique, Nicaragua, Papua New Guinea, Seychelles, and Tunisia.
Source: U.S. Embassy in Nicaragua Mar 18, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Domestic travel demand surges 160% in US.
Source: Travel Daily Media Mar 23, 2026
Trump administration restores US Global Entry system after industry backlash.
Source: Travel Weekly Mar 12, 2026
Travel Updates:
US to require $15K bond to visa recipients from 12 more countries.
Source: The Straits Times Mar 18, 2026
United Airlines issues east coast thunderstorms travel waiver ahead of March 16–17 storm front.
Source: Visa HQ Mar 16, 2026
China
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Starting from February 17, 2026, ordinary passport holders from Canada and UK can be exempted from visa to enter China and stay for up to 30 days for business, tourism, family/friends visit, exchange and transit purposes. The policy will be effective until December 31, 2026.
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs People's Republic of China Feb 15, 2025
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced a major extension on November 3-4, 2025. The unilateral visa-free entry policy has been extended through December 31, 2026. The policy now covers 46 countries, including the newly added Sweden
Source: gov.cn Nov 3, 2025
Destination Headlines:
Hotel giant H World reports $726 million net income in 2025, up by 66.7% year-on-year.
Source: China Travel News Mar 19, 2026
China to see record 9.4B trips in 2026 Spring Festival travel rush.
Source: China Daily Mar 13, 2026
Travel Updates:
Air China restarts Beijing–Pyongyang route.
Source: The Traveler Feb 14, 2026
China adds 41 new duty free shops to boost inbound shopping.
Source: Global Travel Magazine Feb 4, 2026
Chinese Taipei
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Effective from January 1st, 2026, Graduates with an Associate degree or higher can now apply to extend their residency in Chinese Taipei for 1 year post-graduation. This extension can be renewed for a second year, allowing a total residency extension of 2 year.
Source: Talent Taiwan Jan 6, 2026In accordance with WHO recommendations, applicants for Chinese Taipei visas must submit proof of having been administered the oral polio vaccine (OPV) or the inactivated polio vaccine (IPV) from four weeks to one year before applying if they have resided in or visited countries or regions at high risk for polio transmission—namely, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Mozambique, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, French Guiana, and Guinea—for four weeks or longer within the past year.
Source: BOCA TaiwanSep 15, 2025
Destination Headlines:
Taoyuan Airport ranks 24th best airport; Starlux Airlines placed fifth in Airline Ratings’ best airlines list.
Source: Taipei Times Mar 20, 2026
France sees booming interest in Chinese Taipei tourism.
Source: Rti Mar 3, 2026
Travel Updates:
tigerair Taiwan expands Japan network with new Taichung–Okinawa flights.
Source: Travel and Tour World Feb 6, 2026
Shanlan tourist train arrives in Tainan ahead of new route launch.
Source: Taipei Times Feb 5, 2026
Hong Kong SAR
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The Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Hong Kong SAR confirmed its pandemic-era reduction in visa fees for travel to mainland China will remain in place for another 12 months, through December 31, 2026.
Source: VisaHQ Jan 14, 2025
HK SAR passport holders may visit Azerbaijan visa-free up to three times, with a stay of up to 30 days at each entry, during the period from February 2, 2026, to February 2, 2027.
Source: HK SAR Immigration Department Jan 30, 2026
Regarding the Situation in West Asia
Cathay Pacific’s daily Dubai and Riyadh passenger flights, as well as Cathay Cargo's freighter flights to Dubai and Riyadh, have been cancelled up to and including March 31.
Source: Cathay Pacific Airways Mar 11, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Hong Kong SAR rolls out new 3D tourism plan.
Source: Travel Weekly Asia Mar 23, 2026
Labubu, Blackpink’s Jennie draw thousands to ComplexCon in Hong Kong.
Source: SCMP Mar 21, 2026
Travel Updates:
Hong Kong's Michelin-starred restaurants hit 77, surpassing 2025 record.
Source: The Standard Mar 19, 2026
HK Express claims world’s top low-cost carrier title for the first time.
Source: China Travel News Mar 22, 2026
Japan
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Starting July 1, 2025 nationals of Peru will be able to visit Japan visa-free for short-term stays not greater than 90 consecutive days.
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan Jun 2, 2025
Japan will begin pre-arrival screening of visa-free travellers starting in FY 2028.
Source: VisaGuide ; Travel and Tour World May 19, 2025
Travel Updates:
JR East launches expanded rail pass to boost travel beyond Tokyo.
Source: TTG Asia Mar 20, 2026
Tokyo approves bill to introduce JESTA electronic travel authorisation.
Source: Visas News Mar 11, 2026
Korea (ROK)
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Korea unveiled a plan granting visa-free entry to travelers from Indonesia and expanding automated entry processing to nationals from European Union member states.
Source: The Korea Times Feb 25, 2026
The Korean Embassy has waived the requirement to submit three months’ worth of bank statements for visa applications to ease visa application requirements for Filipinos
Source: Philippine News Agency Feb 19, 2026
Regarding the Situation in West Asia
Korea (ROK) to allow Iranians to overstay visas until conflict eases.
Source: The Korea Times Mar 8, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Korea (ROK) witnesses 103% surge in hotel bookings by foreign tourists ahead of BTS concert.
Source: VnExpress Mar 20, 2026
Korea (ROK) unveils “quality growth” tourism strategy for 2026.
Source: Travel Daily News Mar 9, 2026
Travel Updates:
Gov't offers 100% cashback on selected domestic trips for 'Spring Travel Month' campaign.
Source: Korea JoongAng Daily Mar 18, 2026
Korea (ROK) launches its first coast-to-coast hiking trail.
Source:Wanderlust Magazine Feb 9, 2026
Macao, China
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Nationals of Saudia Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman will be exempted from visa requirements. This policy will begin July 16, 2025
Source: Macau Daily Times Jun 17, 2025
Foreign visitors entering Macao via H-Z-M bridge are allowed to go through immigration without needing to leave their vehicle, if they are from visa-free countries with a valid passport.
Source: Macau Business Jun 11, 2024
Destination Headlines:
Macao tops annual visitor milestone 12 days early as mainland arrivals surge.
Source: Macau Daily Times Mar 23, 2026
Macao gets two more Michelin-starred restaurants, both in Grand Lisboa Palace.
Source: Platforma Media Mar 20, 2026
Travel Updates:
Melco to open REM luxury hotel in Macao in the second half of 2026.
Source: The Macao News Mar 28, 2026
Air Macau to resume flights to and from the Philippines on July 1 after near-two-year halt.
Source: IAG Mar 19, 2026
Mongolia
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Australians can enter Mongolia for stays of up to 30 days without a visa and must register with the Mongolian Immigration Agency within 48 hours of arriving in Mongolia.
Source: Smartraveller.gov.au Jan 20, 2026
Mongolia has officially announced the extension of its visa-free entry policy for citizens of 34 countries through January 1, 2027.
Source: Immigration Agency of Mongolia Dec 31, 2025
Destination Headlines:
Mongolia among world’s top 20 in tourism recovery.
Source: Kazinform Jan 2, 2026
Mongolia issues e-visas to 7,330 foreigners in January.
Source: Myanmar DIgital News Feb 9, 2026
Travel Updates:
Hilton signs first hotel in Mongolia.
Source: Travel Daily Media Mar 17, 2026
Ulaanbaatar-Shanghai direct flight route launched.
Source: Azertag Mar 4, 2026
Bangladesh
Destination Headlines:
Shahjalal International Airport’s third terminal may open within nine months: state minister.
Source: BdNews24 Mar 11, 2026
Domestic tourism booms as seven-day Eid holiday begins, hotels report 50-70% advance bookings.
Source: The Business Standard Mar 17, 2026
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Bangladesh will resume issuing tourist visas to Indian nationals from Monday.
Source: The Economic Times Feb 22, 2026
The government of Bangladesh has suspended the “Visa on Arrival” facility for all eligible countries until February 15, 2026.
Source: The Financial Express Jan 14, 2026
Travel Updates:
Bangladesh cuts airlines surcharge to 14 from 72%.
Source: BSS News Jan 23, 2026
Tourist travel to Saint Martin closed for 9 months from Jan 31.
Source: Dhaka Tribune Feb 1, 2026
Bhutan
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Bhutan visitors are eligible to apply for Russian e-Visa
Source: Travel Tour World Dec 9, 2024
All visitors require a visa before travelling to Bhutan except those from India, Bangladesh and the Maldives.Source: Department of Tourism Mar 31, 2025
Destination Headlines:
Bhutan introduces webinar series for travel advisors.
Source: Travel Weekly Mar 10, 2026
Bhutan International Marathon saw strong participation from local and international runners.
Source: Daily Bhutan Mar 9, 2026
Travel Updates:
Taj brand returns to Bhutan.
Source: TTR Weekly Mar 16, 2026
Drukair reintroduces Bangkok flights via Guwahati, adds third Singapore frequency from April 2026.
Source: Travel Trade Journal Mar 16, 2026
India
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Thailand doubles visa-free stay for Indians to 60 days, introduces 30-day extension.
Source: VisaHQ Feb 19, 2026
India’s e-Tourist Visa scheme now covers 166 countries on 2026, up from 156 a year ago. Under the expanded list, travellers from Kenya, Algeria, Fiji, Uruguay, Armenia, and North Macedonia—among others—can apply online, pay by card and receive an electronic travel authorisation within 72 hours.
Regarding the Situation in West Asia
India resumes flights to Riyadh as Civil Aviation Ministry monitors West Asia air travel.
Source: DD News Feb 12, 2026
Indian budget airline SpiceJet launches special flights from Fujairah in UAE to India to help stranded travellers amid Iran vs US-Israel war.
Source: The Times of India Mar 16, 2026
Destination Headlines:
88% Indian travellers prioritise sustainable travel in 2026, ranking third in Asia: Agoda.
Source: Travtalk Mar 20, 2026
Netflix and Ministry of Tourism, India unveil ‘Flavours of India’ campaign at ITB Berlin.
Source: Bollywood Hungama Mar 6, 2026
Travel Updates:
'India removes domestic airfare cap; flight tickets cost likely to rise.
Source: TravelBiz Monitor Mar 23, 2026
Five new entry points opened to travellers holding an e-Visa.
Source: Visas News Mar 16, 2026
Maldives
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The Government of the Republic of Maldives and the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan signed the Agreement on the Mutual Exemption of Visa Requirements, granting visa-free entry for holders of Ordinary Passports from both countries, for a period of 90 days.
Source: MOFA Maldives Sep 25,2025
Effective from August 15, 2024, all outbound travellers from the Maldives will no longer be required to complete the ‘Traveller Declaration’ form.
Tourist visa was last updated on August 15, 2024.
Source: Maldives Immigration Aug 15, 2024
Regarding the Situation in West Asia
Tourist visas will be extended for visitors currently in the country who are unable to depart before their authorised stay expires due to flight cancellations.
Source:Visa News Mar 2, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Two new visas planned to boost longer tourist stays.
Source: The Edition Mar 22, 2026
Maldives arrivals top 500K despite flight disruptions.
Source: Bernama Mar 7, 2026
Travel Updates:
Condor Airlines to resume summer flights to Maldives.
Source: The Edition Mar 22, 2026
Maldivian resumes Male-Dhaka-Male flights ahead of Eid travel rush.
Source: The Daily Star Mar 13, 2026
Nepal
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No updates.
Regarding the Situation in West Asia
Nepal stops on-arrival visas for Iranians.
Source: The Kathmandu Post Mar 14, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Nepal’s Mountain Lodges of Manang recognised by TIME’s World’s Greatest Places of 2026.
Source: Travel and Tour World Mar 15, 2026
Nepal welcomes over 105,000 tourists in February.
Source: The Himalayan Mar 3, 2026
Travel Updates:
Nepal immigration eases rules for solo trekkers in restricted areas.
Source: Asia News Network Mar 23, 2026
Nepal launches new cross-border payments in Thamel for tourists.
Source: Travel and Tour World Mar 23, 2026
Pakistan
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The Ministry of Interior has withdrawn from the authority to issue visa-on-arrival and prior-to-arrival visas. Pakistani visas will now be issued only by the country’s relevant embassies and diplomatic missions.
Source: ProPakistani Mar 12, 2026
Launched in the summer of 2024 to facilitate travel to Pakistan, the “Visa Prior to Arrival” (VPA) program, which allowed citizens of 126 countries to quickly obtain a free visa, has been unavailable since January 1, 2026.
Source: visasnews Jan 6, 2026
Regarding the Situation in West Asia
Pakistan restores full flight operations to Saudi Arabia, partial services to Gulf countries.
Source: Pakistan Today Mar 6, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Pakistan rejects reports of Hajj flights’ suspension due to Middle East war.
Source: Arab NewsMar 15, 2026
Pakistani hotel named on the World’s Greatest Places of 2026 list.
Source: Pro PakistaniMar 13, 2026
Travel Updates:
PIA suspends Fujairah flights, limits UAE routes as Gulf tensions disrupt air travel.
Source: Pakistan Today Mar 19, 2026
Pakistan moves to open skies for private mountain helicopters.
Source: The Traveler Mar 15, 2026
Sri Lanka
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Sri Lanka grants free 7-day visa extension to stranded foreign nationals following Middle East bound flight cancellations.
Source: The Economic Times Mar 1, 2026
Sri Lanka has expanded its tourist visa validity from 90 to 180 days. Travellers can apply online through the country’s Electronic Tourist Visa Activation System via a mobile app.
Source: Propakistani Feb 6, 2026
Regarding the Situation in West Asia
Foreign nationals who are unable to depart Sri Lanka due to the cancellation of West Asia–bound flights with effect from February 28, 2026 will be granted a free visa extension. Accordingly, a visa extension of up to four weeks from the date of expiry of the current visa will be granted on a case-by-case basis.
Source: Department of Immigration and Emigration Mar 18, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Sri Lanka records over 109,000 tourist arrivals in first 18 days of March.
Source: Adaderana Mar 21, 2026
Highest in SL hotel occupancy recorded during India-Pakistan match.
Source: Daily Mirror Mar 21, 2026
Travel Updates:
Sri Lanka’s Mattala Airport proposed as a contingency hub for Gulf carriers.
Source: Air Cargo Week Mar 20, 2026
FitsAir launches direct Ahmedabad–Colombo flights with Sri Lanka tourism partners.
Source: The Economic Times Mar 12, 2026
Southeast Asia:
Cambodia
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From January 1, 2025, Cambodia has lowered the cost of its electronic visas
> Tourist e-Visas now cost $30, down from $36
> Business e-Visas are reduced to $35, down from $42
Source: IndiaToday Jan 3, 2025
From 1 September 2024, Cambodia will implement an electronic Arrival Card, travelers heading to Cambodia will be able to pay their visa-on-arrival fees online before their departure.
Source: TuktukRental; VisaNews Aug 27, 2024
Destination Headlines:
Ankor Wat welcomes over 14,000 Chinese tourists in the first 2 months of 2026.
Source: Khaosod English Mar 14, 2026
Cambodia's tourism makes US$3.87B revenue in 2025.
Source: The Star Mar 19, 2026
Travel Updates:
Ratanakiri plans four new border checkpoints with Lao PDR, Vietnam.
Source: Khmer Times Mar 16, 2026
Cambodia and China launch tourist debit card to ease payments.
Source: Khmer Times Mar 19, 2026
Indonesia
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Indonesia has updated their extension process for tourist and long-stay foreign nationals in Indonesia to require a online registration followed by an in-person interview.
Source: Travel and Tour WorldMay 30, 2025 ; Bali Legals Group May 29, 2025The European Union (EU) has announced a new visa policy for indonesian citizens allowing them for a multiple entry schengen visa when entering the EU countries for a second time.
Source: Antara News Jul 14, 2025
Regarding the situation in West Asia
Indonesia has implemented a fine exemption for travellers who overstay due to flight disruptions, provided they can present documentation from the airline or airport authority.
Source: Visa News Mar 2, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Bali topped the Asia's 10 best travel destinations list.
Source: VnExpress Mar 20, 2026
Eid Passengers surge 8.6% to 10.9 million in Indonesia.
Source: Jakarta Globe Mar 23, 2026
Travel Updates:
A new NIHI resort is opening on Indonesia’s Rote Island in May 2026.
Source: Time Out Mar 6, 2026
AirAsia and Indonesia AirAsia to end Darwin flights in April 2026.
Source: Travel and Tour World Mar 4, 2026
Lao PDR
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Lao PDR has also recently introduced visa exemptions for citizens from 36 countries, including key markets such as China, Japan, Indonesia, and Vietnam.
Source: Laotian Times Oct 8, 2024
Destination Headlines:
Lao PDR’s Luang Prabang named among Asia’s most beautiful cities in 2026 ranking.
Source: Vientiane Times Mar 19, 2026
Lao PDR celebrates Hin Nam No National Park gaining world heritage status.
Source: The Star Mar 21, 2026
Travel Updates:
Marriott entering Lao PDR with The Luxury Collection signing.
Source: Latte Luxury News Mar 13, 2026
New bus service hits the streets of Vientiane; free travel for first two months.
Source: The Star Mar 11, 2026
Malaysia
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Citizens of Kosovo can now visit Malaysia for stays of up to 30 days visa exempt.
Source: Visa Guide News Apr 25, 2025
Malaysia and China will implement a mutual visa-free policy agreement effective from July 17, 2025, allowing citizens of both countries to visit each other visa free for leisure travel, visiting relatives/friends, and business activities, with permitted stays of up to 30 days per entry and a maximum cumulative stay of 90 days within a 180-day period.
Source: Embassy of China in Malaysia Jul 10, 2025
Travel Updates:
AirAsia adds daily Kuala Lumpur–Batam flights amid ASEAN boom.
Source: The Traveler Mar 20, 2026
Batik Air, Sarawak plan new route expansion, festive travel support.
Source: Borneo Post Online Mar 12, 2026
Myanmar
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The ordinary passport holders of Russia and Myanmar can enjoy a 30-day visa exemption starting from 27 January 2026.
Source: Ministry of information Jan 23, 2026
Myanmar has announced a visa-on-arrival policy for holders of the Macau SAR Passport, allowing them to apply for a Tourist Visa upon arrival at international airports for a maximum stay of 30 days. This measure is put into use on a trial basis for one year starting from 21st October 2024.
Source: GOV.MO; Macaudailytimes Nov 8, 2024
Destination Headlines:
Myanmar airfares triple and baggage allowances slashed amid global fuel crisis.
Source: BNI Mar 23, 2026
Myanmar welcomes over 800,000 foreign visitors in 10 months.
Source: Myanmar Digital News Nov 24, 2025
Travel Updates:
Myanmar to restrict private vehicle use as fuel shortages emerge.
Source: Bangkok Post Mar 4, 2026
Philippines
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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on November 3 announced the official rollout of the eVisa platform for Chinese tourists traveling to the Philippines, a key step toward modernizing consular services and promoting inbound travel.
Source: Philippine News Agency Nov 3, 2025The Philippines will allow Chinese nationals to enter the country visa-free for up to 14 days beginning January 16, the Department of Foreign Affairs announced on Thursday. Under the new policy, Chinese nationals traveling to the Philippines for tourism or business purposes may avail of the visa-free entry privilege.
Source: ABS-CBN Jan 15, 2026
Regarding the Situation in West Asia
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has temporarily suspended its flights between Manila and major West Asia destinations, such as Dubai and Doha, until April 30 amid the ongoing tensions in the region.
Source: Gulf News Mar 21, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Christina Frasco steps down as Philippine tourism secretary; to lead initiatives for community resilience, local development.
Source: Travel Daily Media; Inquirer.net Mar 13, 2026
Philippines notes 6.32% increase in Taiwanese tourist arrivals.
Source: Travel Daily Media Mar 3, 2026
Travel Updates:
Travel tax abolition bill gets final House nod.
Source: Manila Bulletin Mar 17, 2026
Royal Air Philippines enters administration with flights cancelled.
Source: Swindon Advertiser Mar 21, 2026
Singapore
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Singaporeans are required to apply for and obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before making a UK trip from Jan 8, 2025.
Source: The Straits Times Jan 8, 2025Singapore and Timor Leste reached a mutual agreement on visa waiver: Holders of Diplomatic, Official, and Ordinary passports issued by Singapore can stay of up to 30 days in Timor-Leste, while holders of Diplomatic, Official, Service and Ordinary passports issued by Timor-Leste will enjoy up to 30 days visa-free stay in Singapore.
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Jun 27, 2024
Regarding the situation in West Asia
Singapore Airlines (SIA) extends flight cancellations until April 30 amid West Asia conflict.
Source: VnExpress Mar 22, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Hari Raya travel drives 33% rise in Singapore outbound trips: Trip.com.
Source: TTG Asia Mar 20, 2026
Singapore welcomes Disney Adventure.
Source: TTR WeeklyMar 6, 2026
Travel Updates:
Singapore Airlines to launch Hangzhou flights from June 1.
Source: Travelbiz Monitor Mar 23, 2026
Quantum of the Seas to return to Singapore for 2027-28 season.
Source: TTG Asia Mar 20, 2026
Thailand
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Thailand doubles visa-free stay for Indians to 60 days, introduces 30-day extension.
Source: VisaHQ Feb 19, 2026
Thailand has introduced the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) to attract high-quality visitors, digital nomads, and participants in cultural activities.
Source: The Government Public Relation Departmen Feb 11, 2026
Regarding the situation in West Asia
Travellers who remain in Thailand with an expired permission to stay and wish to depart the Kingdom will have their overstay fines waived. No penalty payment will be required when exiting Thailand under these circumstances.
Foreign nationals who wish to remain in Thailand may apply for a temporary stay extension for a period of up to 30 days per permission.
If the traveller’s permission to stay has already expired, immigration officers will first process the fine settlement before considering the request for an extension.
Source: TAT Mar 5, 2026
Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports is offering special accommodation rates in key destinations across the country to support travellers affected by recent flight cancellations due to the current situation in West Asia.
Source: TAT Mar 11, 2026
Thailand offers discounted hotel stays for travellers affected by flight cancellations.
Source: Pattaya Mail Mar 12, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2026 set for June in Pattaya.
Source: Travel Daily News Mar 23, 2026
Bangkok ranks #8 in Time Out’s World's Best Cities list 2026.
Source: Time Out Mar 11, 2026
Travel Updates:
Thailand plans to cut visa-free stay for foreigners from 60 to 30 days.
Source: Khaosod English Mar 22, 2026
Timor-Leste
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The Government of Timor-Leste and Lao People's Democratic Republic (LPDR), have signed a visa-free agreement for holders of official and diplomatic passports between Timor-Leste and Lao DPR.
Source: Timor-Leste Customs Authority Oct 9, 2024
Thailand and Timor-Leste mutually agreed to waive visas for their citizens to promote tourism in both countries. The visa exemption is good for visits of up to 30 days.
Source: The Government Public Relations Department, Thailand Jun 25, 2024
Destination Headlines:
Timor-Leste eyes tourism growth as ASEAN’s newest member.
Source: TTG Asia Feb 2, 2026
Timor-Leste tourism strategy revealed.
Source: Travel Daily News Feb 9, 2026
Travel Updates:
Timor-Leste’s Aero Dili to add Darwin services.
Source: Australian Aviation Mar 12, 2026
Vietnam
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Effective from August 15, 2025 to August 14, 2028, citizens from 12 countries (Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Switzerland) will be granted visa-free entry for stays of up to 45 days in Vietnam for tourism purposes, regardless of their passport types.
Source: VN Express International Aug 10, 2025
Effective August 15, 2025, the Vietnamese government on Friday issued a decree on a limited-term visa waiver scheme for foreign nationals in specially designated categories whose presence is deemed beneficial to the country’s socio-economic development. The special visa waiver comes in two forms: an electronic card and a physical chip-based card, with multiple entry and five years of validity
Source: Tuoi Tre News ; Vietnam Times Aug 10, Vietnam News Aug 11 2025
Destination Headlines:
Vietnamese travellers show strongest AI travel planning interest in Asia: report.
Source: Marketech APACMar 16, 2026
Vietnam tourism soars past 2 million visitors for 3rd month.
Source: KazInform Mar 19, 2026
Travel Updates:
Marriott and Sun Group sign 10 new hotels in Vietnam.
Source: Travel Daily Media Mar 23, 2026
Vietnam Airlines adds nearly 1,000 seats on Europe flights to work around disruptions.
Source: VnExpress Mar 12, 2026
Azerbaijan
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From February 2, 2026 to February 2, 2027, HKSAR passport holders will be able to travel to Azerbaijan visa-free up to three times, with each stay lasting up to 30 days.
Source: Report.Az Jan 30, 2026
From February 15, 2026 to February 15, 2027, citizens of Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain will be allowed to enter Azerbaijan up to three times a year without a visa and the duration of stay in Azerbaijan for each visit is up to 30 days.
Source: The Azerbaijan State News Agency Feb 17, 2026
Regarding the situation in West Asia
Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan airport resume operations.
Source: KazInform Mar 9, 2026
Destination Headlines:
Azerbaijan set to develop investment map of tourism regions in Khachmaz district.
Source:Trend News AgencyMar 13, 2026
Azerbaijan hosts FIFA series 2026 with revised schedule.
Source: Azer News Mar 22, 2026
Travel Updates:
FlyArystan adds Aktau–Baku direct flights for Summer 2026.
Source: The Traveler Mar 12, 2026
Azerbaijan introduces visa-free travel for Hong Kong SAR passport holders.
Source: Report.Az Jan 30, 2026
Saudi Arabia
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Morocco joins Nigeria, Egypt, Algeria, Ethiopia, Libya and other countries in facing strict changes to travel and visa suspensions in Saudi Arabia under this year's "Banned Hajj without Permit" campaign.
Source: Travel and Tour World Feb 13, 2025
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced new amendments to Umrah visa regulations, reducing the validity period of the entry visa from three months to one month from the date of issuance.
Source: Ministry of Haji, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Oct 31, 2025
Destination Headlines:
Saudi Arabia set to add 94,500 hotel rooms as tourism demand grows.
Source: Hotelier Middle East Mar 21, 2026
Saudi Red Sea Authority appoints new CEO.
Source: TTN Worldwide Mar 5, 2026
Travel Updates:
Saudi Arabia sets Umrah visa, travel deadlines ahead of Hajj.
Source: The Economic Times Mar 20, 2026
Saudi opens Ajeer platform for temporary tourism hiring.
Source: Connecting Travel Mar 9, 2026
The United Arab Emirates
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A uniform fine of AED 50 per day will be charged to anyone who remains in UAE beyond their visa’s expiration date.
Source: Pakistan Observer Feb 11, 2026
PNG and UAE elevate Bilateral Relations with landmark Visa Waiver Agreement. Citizens of Papua New Guinea holding valid diplomatic, official, and ordinary passports will be eligible to enter the United Arab Emirates without a pre-arranged Visa, with Visa-Free Entry or Visa on Arrival for a period of up to 30 days.
Source: Department of Prime Minister Feb 6, 2026
Travel Updates:
Air Arabia resumes limited UAE flights to 18 countries until April 15.
Source: Arabian Business Mar 20, 2026
Australia
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Australia has introduced new updates to the Second Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417), allowing eligible travellers to extend their stay for an additional 12 months.
Source: Travel & Tour World Feb 23, 2025
Australia activated Section 84B ‘arrival-pause’ power on March 18, 2026, making visa grants conditional on real-time border controls.
Source: VisaHQ Mar 19, 2026
Travel Updates:
Motto by Hilton debuts in Australia with Sydney CBD property.
Source: Travel Weekly Mar 16, 2026
Australia scored four spots on TIME’s list of the World’s Greatest Places for 2026.
Source: Time Out Mar 22, 2026
Federated States of Micronesia
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No visas are required for entry into the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), although visitors should have valid passports and a round-trip ticket.
Non-U.S. citizens are automatically permitted to remain as tourists for 30 days, and can extend their stay up to 90 days. Those wishing to visit the FSM for a period exceeding 30 days must also complete an entry permit. Citizens and nationals of Palau, the Marshall Islands and the USA may be issued an entry permit for the duration of the visit which shall not exceed one year.
Source: Federated States of Micronesia Oct 8, 2024
Destination Headlines:
No updates
Travel Updates:
No updates
Fiji
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Fijians who qualify for a US business or tourist visa will be required to pay a bond of US$5,000, US$10,000 or US$15,000 before the visa is approved.
Source: Fijivillage Jan 21, 2026
Visitors must apply for a visa/permit before purchasing a ticket or boarding a flight to Fiji. A Transit Visa is required for those passing through. Applications can be lodged at a Fijian Immigration office or a Fiji High Commission/Embassy abroad.
The visa is valid for a single 3-month journey and takes 14 working days to process.
Source: Fiji Immigration; Visa extempted countries
Destination Headlines:
Talks underway for turtle conservation and eco-tourism project in Fiji.
Source: FBC News Mar 23, 2026
Fiji makes National Geographic’s top 25 travel destinations list for 2026.
Source: Fijivillage Feb 6, 2026
Travel Updates:
Radisson Hotel Group signs Mana Island Resort & Spa Fiji.
Source: Travel Daily News Mar 23, 2026
Fiji’s Nadi International Airport recognised as Best in South Pacific at PATWA Travel Awards.
Source: Travel and Tour World Mar 6, 2026
French Polynesia
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In all cases, visitors must hold a valid passport. Applicants should contact their nearest embassy or consulate of their place of residence regarding necessary travel documents for international travel before arriving in French Polynesia.
All travelers are responsible for obtaining all necessary documents, visas, special permits for entry, and check the date of validity of these travel documents and to renew them as necessary.
Tourists also need to comply with all legalities as mandated by nationality, country of origin, final destination and transit conditions, as well as regulations of the Carrier providing transportation.
Source: French Polynesia Visa & Passport Entries
Destination Headlines:
French Polynesia signs agreement for World’s First “Floating City”.
Source: Vocal Media Mar 16, 2026
French Polynesia shifts tourism strategy toward high-value travel.
Source: Travel Daily News Mar 23, 2026
Travel Updates:
Air Tahiti Nui to launch direct Papeete to Sydney service in December 2026.
Source: Aerotime Mar 4, 2026
Ponant Explorations Group expands in French Polynesia with dual-ship deployment and new ‘Polynesian Bliss’ voyages.
Source: Travel Daily Media Jan 23, 2026
Guam
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Travellers to Guam or the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) under the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program (G–CNMI VWP) need to submit Form I–736 electronically in advance of travel and receive an electronic travel authorization prior to embarking on a carrier for travel to Guam or the CNMI. For more details on the visa waiver programme and ETA.
Source : G-CNMI
Starting November 30, 2024, registration for the Guam-CNMI Electronic Travel Authorization (Guam-CNMI ETA) will be required for entry into Guam if you are a national of Korea (ROK), Japan, Singapore, Australia, or other participating countries and do not possess a U.S. visa or an ESTA. Paper-based “I-736” will no longer be valid for entry into Guam.
Source: GuamReef
Destination Headlines:
GVB reports year-end tourism surge.
Source: The Guam Daily Post Jan 30, 2026
Lotte Duty Free weighs Guam exit after 13 years as airport's primary vendor.
Source: Pacific Daily News Jan 17, 2026
Travel Updates:
Philippine Airlines to launch new Guam-Cebu direct route.
Source: The Guam Daily Post Nov 22, 2025
Hawaii
Destination Headlines:
Hawaii to host U.S. Open Mini Golf Championship.
Source: Travel Weekly Jan 17, 2026
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority now accepting applications for travel industry scholarship.
Source: Kaua'i Now Feb 2, 2026
Travel Updates:
Hilton to open a Curio Collection hotel on Kauai.
Source: Travel Weekly Mar 16, 2026
Kauai Coffee Company, a popular tourist attraction, faces closure.
Source: Travel Weekly Feb 2, 2026
Kiribati
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Citizens of 64 countries and territories are currently exempt from obtaining a visa before arrival into Kiribati: mfa.gov.ki/immigration/
Travel documents tourists need to prepare when travelling to Kiribati include: return ticket, valid passport (minimum 6 months validity), COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate, visa (if required) and work Permit (if required)
Travellers must ensure they are fully healthy and vaccinated from COVID-19 before travelling to Kiribati and must present a proof of COVID-19 Vaccination certificate upon arrival. Travellers are also required to declare upon arrival, all plants, fruits, vegetables, seeds, animal meats and poultry. A permit is required for the importation of live animals and meats / poultry.
Source: Visit Kiribati
Destination Headlines:
No updates
Travel Updates:
No updates
Marshall Islands
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All visitors traveling to the Marshall Islands must have a valid passport at least 6 months, must have sufficient funds for stay, and have an onward/return air or sea ticket.
Source: Office of Commerce, Investments, and Tourism August 15, 2023
Destination Headlines:
No updates
Travel Updates:
No updates
Northern Marianas
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Travellers to Guam or the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) under the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program (G–CNMI VWP) need to submit Form I–736 electronically in advance of travel and receive an electronic travel authorization prior to embarking on a carrier for travel to Guam or the CNMI starting from September 30, 2024 - November 28, 2024.
Source: US Customs and Border Protection Oct 18, 2024
Travelers need a valid passport from an eligible country and must complete the online ETA application once they book their travel or at least seven days before they depart for Guam or the CNMI.
A new eTA must be obtained if the traveler is issued a new passport, changes their name, gender, or country of citizenship, or if their previous responses to the eligibility questions on Form I-736 change.
The G-CNMI VWP allows eligible citizens from 12 countries to travel to Guam and/or the CNMI without the need for a physical visa. Travelers must present a round-trip ticket and aconfirmed departure date not exceeding 45 days from the date of admission to be considered eligible. But if passports that expire in six months or less will not receive an approved eTA.
Source: The Marianas
Destination Headlines:
MVA eyes Philippine market with $500K tourism push.
Source: Marianas Variety Jan 28, 2026
Palau
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Effective March 30, 2026, Executive Order 499 will end visa-on-arrival privileges for nationals of Bangladesh, Cambodia, Cameroon, Ghana, Haiti, Iran, Myanmar, Nigeria, North Korea, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Sri Lanka, and Vanuatu. Travelers from these 12 nations must obtain advance clearance or a visa before traveling.
Source: Island Times News Feb 12, 2026
Palau has replaced the Health Declaration Form with Palau Entry Form. Palau Entry Form submissions must be within 72 hours or less prior to arrival time. Only ONE form is required per family or single traveller.
Source: Palau Visitors Authority Jun 21, 2023
Destination Headlines:
Palau tourism closes 2025 strong, January arrivals up 13%.
Source: Marianas Variety Mar 3, 2026
Travel Updates:
Palau tourism prepares for boost with direct Japan flights set for October.
Source: Marianas Variety Sep 14, 2025
Papua New Guinea
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UK, Canada and Singapore travellers are eligible for Visa-on-Arrival in Papua New Guinea for up to 60 days.
Source: Travel Tour World;PNG Facts Mar 6, 2025
The Papua New Guinea Immigration & Citizenship Service Authority (PNGICSA) has launched the online sponsor portal that merges work permit and working resident visa into a single application.
Source: ICSA; Public Notice Aug 14, 2024
Destination Headlines:
PNG launches long-term tourism roadmap with new National Policy.
Source: Papua New Guinea Today Nov 23, 2025
Travel Updates:
Port Moresby’s first InterContinental Hotel to open in 2028.
Source: Travel and Tour World Mar 3, 2026
PNG and UAE elevatebilateral relations with landmark visa waiver agreement.
Source: Department of Prime Minister Feb 6, 2026
Samoa
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A new Visa Application Centre will open in Apia, Samoa on Monday 4 November 2024, offering visa application services through Immigration New Zealand’s partnership with VFS Global. From Monday 4 November 2024, customers wanting to submit paper visa applications in person can do this through the Apia VAC
Source: New Zealand Immigration Oct 21, 2024
1. All travel restrictions for COVID-19 are now lifted.
2. All passengers and crew are no longer required to present vaccination cards/certificates or undergo pre-departure testing for COVID-19 before boarding.
3. Upon arrival into Samoa: All passengers are strongly advised to wear face masks at all times and continue to take precautionary and preventative measures within the first few days of arrival. Inform any healthcare provider if you feel ill if you have recently arrived into Samoa.
All passengers must truthfully complete the arrival Health declaration form in-flight and provide a valid local phone number and email/facebook address."
Source: Samoa Tourism Authority Sep 22, 2022
Destination Headlines:
No updates
Travel Updates:
No updates
Solomon Islands
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The Solomon Islands and the People’s Republic of China celebrated the signing of the Agreement on Mutual Visa Exemption for Ordinary Passports holders.
Source: Solomon Islands Government Nov 8, 2024
Saudi Foreign Minister, Prime Minister of Solomon Islands sign "Mutual Visa Exemption Agreement" for diplomatic, private and official passports on October 06, 2024 in Riyadh.
Source: Solomon Island Government Oct 6, 2024
Destination Headlines:
Solomon Islanders call for sustainable, community-driven tourism.
Source: Solomon Star Oct 22, 2025
Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea sign updated border agreements.
Source: SIBC Sep 12, 2025
Tonga
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Travellers are required to hold passports with a validity of a minimum of 6 months and must proceed immediately to a Customs Officer at Passport Control booths provided for the necessary immigration clearances when entering Tonga. In addition, citizens of all other countries need visas to enter Tonga (prior to arrival) and ensure that their visas remain valid for any period for which they are in the Kingdom.
Some countries are offered a 30-day tourist visa on arrival in Tonga (listed in announcement). Visiting Tonga for a period of not less than 30 days is required to obtain an entry permit issued by the Immigration Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs prior to arriving in Tonga.
Source: Immigration and General Services
Destination Headlines:
Tonga Tourism Authority launches new online agent training portal.
Source: Travel Weekly Jan 29, 2026
Travel Updates:
No updates
Bosnia and Herzegovina
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As of Jan 16, 2025, residents of Bosnia and Herzegovina will not be able to apply for a Schengen visa at the Embassy in Sarajevo. Applications will will be processed by the Swedish Embassy in Skopje, North Macedonia.
Source: Migration Sverket Dec 20, 2024
Destination Headlines:
Bosnia and Herzegovina to face 20% drop in inbound tourism due to Iran war.
Source: Report.Az Mar 10, 2026
Sarajevo Airport sees busy February.
Source: Ex-Yu Aviation Jan 17, 2026
Travel Updates:
Sarajevo expands air connectivity: 41 destinations in the summer flight schedule.
Source: Sarajevo Times Mar 14, 2026
Sarajevo tops the list of the cheapest city break destinations in Europe.
Source: Sarajevo Times Jan 9, 2026
Germany
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Germany’s Federal Ministry of the Interior has confirmed on December 22 that the “temporary” controls re-introduced on almost all German land borders in mid-September will now run until at least March 15, 2026 – the maximum period currently authorised by the European Commission.
Source: Federal Foreign Office Dec 22, 2025
Germany has abolished the airport-transit-visa requirement for holders of Indian passports, which means that Indian travellers catching onward flights through hubs such as Frankfurt, Munich or Berlin will no longer need to obtain a Schengen ‘Type A’ transit visa—provided they remain in the international transit zone and clear their onward flight within 24 hours.
Source: VisaHQ Jan 13, 2026
Destination Headlines:
German accommodation sector sees modest growth in January 2026.
Source: Index Box Mar 11, 2026
Germany sets new tourism strategy centred on mobility and infrastructure.
Source: Hotel Management Network Feb 6, 2026
Travel Updates:
Germany lifts temporary border checks with France, easing cross-border commutes.
Source: Visa HQ Mar 17, 2026
Eurowings to launch Berlin–Heathrow route in March 2026.
Source: The Traveler Mar 22, 2026
Kenya
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The Government of Kenya has implemented entry measures requiring all travellers (including Macao passport holders) to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) before entering Kenya. Once approved, travellers can enter the country visa-free for a maximum stay of 90 days per entry.
Source: Macao SAR Government Porta Mar 6, 2026
Kenya and Senegal have signed a reciprocal visa waiver that lets their citizens visit each other visa‑free for up to 90 days.
Source: Kenyans News Oct 21, 2025
Destination Headlines:
Kenya unveils new global tourism campaign ‘Experience Wonder’, eyes 5 million visitors by 2027.
Source: The Economic TimesMar 6, 2026
Kenya Airways sees surge in demand as Middle East conflict disrupts global travel.
Source: Africa News Mar 24, 2026
Travel Updates:
Kenya Airways opens US routes through JetBlue partnership.
Source: Getaway Mar 19, 2026
Kenya offers 30% incentive to cruise tourists visiting national parks.
Source: The Eastleigh Voice Mar 17, 2026
Spain
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British nationals in Spain will be able to travel and work between the UK and Spain without visas for stays of up to 90 days.
Source: Euro Weekly News Mar 19, 2025
Spain Follows France, Italy, Portugal, Germany, and Netherlands in Implementing New Travel Rules for UK Passport Holders: What Updates You Need to Know
Source: Travel and Tour World Jul 05, 2024
Destination Headlines:
Barcelona doubling tourist tax from next month.
Source: Sky News Mar 13, 2026
Catalonia sees 6% drop in international tourists in January, but spending surges 22%.
Source: Catalan News Mar 4, 2026
Travel Updates:
Catalonia will host Formula 1 until 2032.
Source: Spain Travel News Mar 4, 2026
easyJet forecasts 6.5% capacity increase in Spain in 2026 and announces its first digital hub.
Source: Travel Mole Jan 2, 2026
Türkiye
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Holders of ordinary Chinese passports may enter Türkiye without a visa for up to 90 days within any 180-day period, effective January 2.
Source: VISA HQ News Jan 2, 2026
Türkiye to extend work permit exemption to 3 years for foreign workers who are able to provide economic, sociocultural, and technological contributions.
Source: VisaGuide Oct 17, 2024
Regarding the Situation in West Asia
Turkish Airlines passengers registered for flights to Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia (Dammam and Riyadh), Syria, and the United Arab Emirates from February 28, 2026, to March 31, 2026 (included) can change their reservations for free until May 10, 2026 (included).
Source: Turkish Airlines Mar 10, 2026
Day-trip crossings halted at Iranian border.
Source: Public Radio of Armenia Mar 2, 2026
Destination Headlines:
'Türkiye hits 4th place worldwide in tourism with $65B revenue,' Deputy Minister of Culture.
Source: Turkiye Today Mar 11, 2026
Türkiye sets 2,000-ship target for 2028 in cruise tourism.
Source: Turkiye Today Mar 22, 2026
Travel Updates:
Hyatt Introduces the Grand Hyatt Brand in Izmir, Türkiye.
Source: Breaking Travel News Mar 23, 2026
Turkiye Tourism confirms operations continue normally amid regional developments.
Source: The Economic Times Mar 14, 2026