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NewsSouth Korea ends pension back-payments for expats without 15 days of stay
South Korea's National Pension Service now mandates that foreign nationals prove physical presence of at least 15 days per month to qualify for retroactive pension contributions. The rule prevents non-residents from making lump-sum back-payments to claim Korean pension benefits without residing in the country. Expats planning pension contributions must verify their immigration entry and exit records before applying.
NewsUnited Kingdom expands visitor training and workshop rules starting Oct. 8
The UK Home Office published Statement of Changes HC 584, revising entry requirements for visitors, Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) applicants, and EU Settlement Scheme holders. The updates take effect Oct. 8, introducing new application effective-date rules and compliance standards for foreign arrivals. International travelers and nomads planning UK stays must account for the updated procedural requirements before entry.
NewsKenya ends Electronic Travel Authorization for African nationals under new tiered stay rules
Kenya has eliminated the Electronic Travel Authorisation requirement for most African citizens, streamlining short- and medium-term travel. East African Community nationals can now stay up to 6 months, while other eligible African passport holders receive 60 or 90 days visa-free depending on nationality.
NewsUnited States sends I-94 expiry alerts 10 days before authorized stays end
US Customs and Border Protection is emailing foreign visitors 10 days before their authorized stay expires to prevent accidental overstays. The notice introduces a Voluntary Self-Reported Exit feature that lets travelers digitally confirm departure via geolocation and selfie verification.
NewsNomads face 90 minute delays as 4 EU countries extend border checks through March
The European Commission’s Schengen border-control notifications updated on 18 August 2026 list temporary internal-border controls affecting several Central Europe and Balkan-facing routes, including Austria with the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia and Slovenia; Germany with the Czech Republic and Poland; Italy with Slovenia and Spain; and Poland with Germany and Lithuania.[1] For travelers, expats, and digital nomads, this means checks may still occur at affected internal borders and crossing times can be longer, even inside Schengen.[1]
NewsHere is the catch with Brazil's VITEM XIV nomad visa process
Brazil has transitioned consular temporary visa issuance, including its digital nomad visa, to an electronic format starting Sept. 1. Eligible nationals from visitor visa-exempt countries no longer need physical visa stamps in their passports prior to entry.
NewsIndia ends boarding pass stamps at all international airports Sept. 1
The Bureau of Immigration will no longer require physical immigration stamps on boarding passes for international departures starting Sept. 1. Departing travelers and digital nomads can use digital e-boarding passes on smartphones to clear airport exit controls.
NewsIndia raises 5-year e-Tourist Visa fees to $200 for standard travelers
India has increased the government fee for its 5-year multiple-entry e-Tourist Visa. The cost hike directly impacts remote workers, expats, and frequent travelers who rely on long-validity visitor visas for regular access to the country.
NewsBangladesh police launched the online ED Card system for foreign travelers Aug. 19
Bangladesh's Special Branch has launched an online portal where foreign passport holders can fill out mandatory arrival and departure cards before travel. Paper cards remain available at airport immigration desks and no cutoff date has been announced.
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