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NewsPeru plans 250,000 biometric Carné de Extranjería cards, starting with foreign minors
Peru began issuing a chip-based Carné de Extranjería on July 20 in a pilot for foreign minors at two Lima offices. Police can verify the card in real time, and Migraciones plans to print about 250,000 of them before a gradual rollout to all residents.
NewsSouth Africa proposes R500 electronic processing fee for online visas Aug. 17
South Africa's Home Affairs Department proposed a R500 electronic processing fee for online visa, permit and ETA applications in draft regulations, with comments open until Aug. 11 and a start proposed for around Aug. 17.
NewsKenya sets $50,000 minimum health insurance floor for tourists and nomads
Kenya now requires all non-citizens staying less than 12 months to purchase inbound travel health insurance from Kenya-licensed insurers. The policy mandates a minimum coverage of $50,000, significantly increasing the entry costs and compliance burden for digital nomads and tourists.
NewsVietnam e-visa applicants must use 2 official .gov.vn portals to avoid fraud
Vietnamese authorities are alerting travelers to a rise in sophisticated fraudulent websites using AI to mimic official portals. Foreigners must use only '.gov.vn' domains to avoid the theft of personal data and payment information during the e-visa application process.
NewsCzech Republic hotel stays rose 6.3% as Prague demand hits 3.8 million nights
The Czech Republic has become the fastest-growing tourist destination in Europe, with hotel occupancy rates now exceeding 60%. Digital nomads and expats should prepare for increased crowding and rising accommodation costs as demand continues to surge.
NewsJapan adds 5-year Specified Skilled Worker Type 2 stays starting Jan. 7
Japan is introducing a standardized five-year residency period for Type 2 Specified Skilled Workers starting in early 2027. This update replaces shorter, variable stay durations and provides a more stable path for long-term foreign professionals in the country.
NewsGermany moves toward AI-assisted visa processing for 28 national categories
The German government has approved a bill to integrate artificial intelligence into the processing of visa and residence permit applications. This move aims to standardize decisions and significantly reduce wait times for foreigners applying to live or work in Germany.
NewsBelgium Visa D fee rises to €250 as Flanders adds €180 charge Sept. 1
Belgium has increased the government handling fee for long-stay Visa D applications from €180 to €250. Additionally, a new €180 regional retribution fee applies to Single Permit work and residence applications in Flanders for non-EU workers and nomads.
NewsUnited States raises B-1/B-2 visa bond ceiling to $20,000
The United States has finalized a permanent visa bond program that requires B-1 and B-2 visa applicants from designated high-overstay countries to post a deposit of up to $20,000. While Mexico is currently excluded, travelers from affected nations must provide these funds as a guarantee of their departure.
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