International visitor levy increased to NZ$100 as New Zealand aims to boost tourism contributions
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Africa
How 3 Schengen-style visas planned in GCC, Asia and Africa could change tourism forever
Planned Schengen-style visas in South East Asia, Southern Africa and the GCC could have deliver a massive tourism boost to 17 countries
GCC
GCC leader says unified tourist visa plan has made significant headway
GCC Secretary General reveals unified tourist visa plans are making headway as bloc looks to boost tourism
Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri
Schengen-style unified GCC tourist visa ‘in place by end of 2024’ says official, plan allows travellers to spend over 30 days in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain
Unified GCC tourist visas could be available by the end of this year according to officials speaking at Arabian Travel Market
GCC
New GCC visa a major boost for tourism: minister
Unified GCC tourist visa is an historic step for developing sector in the region
Bahrain
Revealed: Gulf tourists spend 200% more than other visitors to UK
Gulf nationals contribute almost $1.2 billion to UK economy so far in 2023, largely driven by tourist and visitor spending
Employment visa
Oman suspends work visa conversion from visit visas for all nationalities
The announcement was made in a post on X, formerly Twitter
COP28
UAE visa: How to apply for special COP28 entry permit, cost – all you need to know
It is recommended to apply for the COP28 UAE Visa soon after receiving the UNFCCC registration confirmation email
EU
Saudi Arabia announces new instant visa
Saudi Arabia introduces new instant visa as it looks to attract 100m visitors a year by 2030
B1 visa
US announces hike in tourist, student visa cost
This rule change only applies to certain US consular fees and will not affect other fees
B1 visa
US announces major tourist visa update
Business and tourist visa holders can now apply for jobs and attend interviews while in the country
air travel
UAE, Russia agree to exemption of visa requirements
The move comes just weeks after His Highness Mohamed bin Zayed met with Vladimir Putin in Russia
diversify economy
Video: Could Saudi Arabia become a tourist hotspot?
Saudi tourism visas will likely be issued in April 2018, as the kingdom attempts to diversify its economy by attracting millions of tourists.
diversify economy
New tourist visa for Saudi imminent
The Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage to issue new guidelines by end of Q1
Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage
Women over 25 can enter Saudi Arabia unaccompanied, official says
Women will be able to use a 30-day single-entry tourist visa without being accompanied by a family member