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American passport climbs to 11th in Henley ranking, less powerful than Malaysia's

American passport climbs to 11th in Henley ranking, less powerful than Malaysia's

The U.S. passport has risen one place to 11th in the latest Henley Passport Index, granting visa-free access to 180 of 227 destinations worldwide, but it remains less powerful than Malaysia's passport.
Malaysia's passport now 10th most powerful in the world

Malaysia's passport now 10th most powerful in the world

Vietnam's passport rises to 90th on global ranking

Vietnam's passport rises to 90th on global ranking

British porn star Bonnie Blue deported from Bali after small fine

British porn star Bonnie Blue deported from Bali after small fine

Controversial British adult film star Bonnie Blue has been deported from Indonesia’s Bali island, an immigration official said, after earlier receiving a small fine for traffic violations.
December 13, 2025 | 09:42 am GMT+7
US plans to order foreign tourists to disclose social media histories

US plans to order foreign tourists to disclose social media histories

The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump plans to order visa-exempt foreign tourists to disclose their social media histories from the last five years before entering the country, according to an official notice.
December 12, 2025 | 08:47 am GMT+7
Cambodia to offer visa-free entry for Chinese amid growing regional tourism competition

Cambodia to offer visa-free entry for Chinese amid growing regional tourism competition

Cambodia is set to waive visas for Chinese nationals next year under a trial program to stay competitive with other Southeast Asian destinations.
December 4, 2025 | 01:39 pm GMT+7
Vietnam adds 41 more international border gates eligible for e-visa entry including Long Thanh Airport

Vietnam adds 41 more international border gates eligible for e-visa entry including Long Thanh Airport

The Vietnamese government has added 41 more international border gates where foreigners can use e-visas for entry and exit, bringing the total number of e-visa-eligible gates to 83.
December 4, 2025 | 09:29 am GMT+7
Visa requirements remain key barrier for Asian tourists: Agoda

Visa requirements remain key barrier for Asian tourists: Agoda

A recent survey by online travel platform Agoda reveals that visa requirements continue to significantly affect travel plans for Asian tourists, with 35% of respondents citing visas as a limiting factor.
December 4, 2025 | 09:28 am GMT+7
Strict visa rules deter Vietnamese from traveling abroad: Agoda

Strict visa rules deter Vietnamese from traveling abroad: Agoda

Six out of ten Vietnamese respondents said visa restrictions affect their travel plans, according to a report by online platform Agoda.
December 1, 2025 | 07:31 am GMT+7
Thailand tightens tourist visa rules amid surge in foreigner-linked crime

Thailand tightens tourist visa rules amid surge in foreigner-linked crime

Thai immigration authorities have stepped up screening to prevent foreigners from misusing visa waivers for illegal activities.
November 20, 2025 | 01:20 pm GMT+7
President Donald Trump to make it easier for World Cup fans to get US visa appointments

President Donald Trump to make it easier for World Cup fans to get US visa appointments

The United States will expedite visas for foreign visitors with tickets to FIFA World Cup matches taking place next year in 11 U.S. cities, President Donald Trump said on Monday.
November 18, 2025 | 11:13 am GMT+7
US to deny visas to people with diabetes, obesity or chronic medical conditions

US to deny visas to people with diabetes, obesity or chronic medical conditions

A new directive by President Donald Trump's administration could make it more difficult for foreigners to visit or live in the U.S. if they have certain medical conditions such as diabetes or obesity or lack the economic resources and assets to support themselves.
November 14, 2025 | 11:13 am GMT+7
Japanese passport ranked less powerful than Malaysian

Japanese passport ranked less powerful than Malaysian

Global citizenship and financial advisory firm Arton Capital has ranked the Japanese passport fourth most powerful globally with visa-free access to 173 destinations, placing it behind Singapore and Malaysia.
November 13, 2025 | 05:55 am GMT+7
Netizens celebrate as Malaysian passport ranked more powerful than American

Netizens celebrate as Malaysian passport ranked more powerful than American

Malaysians have expressed pride after their passport stands third globally with visa-free access to 174 destinations, stronger than the U.S. passport according to a ranking by Canadian financial advisory firm Arton Capital.
November 11, 2025 | 06:04 am GMT+7
Financial advisory firm ranks Malaysian passport world's third most powerful with visa-free access to 174 destinations

Financial advisory firm ranks Malaysian passport world's third most powerful with visa-free access to 174 destinations

Global citizenship financial advisory firm Arton Capital has ranked Malaysian passport third globally with visa-free access to 174 destinations in the 2025 ranking, up seven places from last year.
November 7, 2025 | 11:28 am GMT+7
World's 2nd largest economy extends visa-free policy to end-2026, adds Sweden to scheme

World's 2nd largest economy extends visa-free policy to end-2026, adds Sweden to scheme

China, the world's second largest economy, will extend its visa-free entry policy for 45 countries including France, Germany and Spain to Dec. 31, 2026 and expand the scheme to cover Sweden, effective Nov. 10, the foreign ministry said on Monday.
November 4, 2025 | 07:13 am GMT+7
World's 'most favorite country' seeks to attract digital nomads amid overtourism

World's 'most favorite country' seeks to attract digital nomads amid overtourism

Japan, voted as "world's most favorite destination" last year by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, has stepped up efforts to attract more digital nomads to combat overtourism in major cities.
October 27, 2025 | 03:22 pm GMT+7
World's 'most favorite country' plans to raise visa fees for international visitors

World's 'most favorite country' plans to raise visa fees for international visitors

Japan, voted as "world's most favorite destination" last year by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, is considering raising visa fees for foreign visitors as early as fiscal 2026 amid an inbound tourism boom.
October 23, 2025 | 08:06 am GMT+7
Visa exemption sparks increased interest in Vietnam among Eastern European travelers

Visa exemption sparks increased interest in Vietnam among Eastern European travelers

Data from online travel platform Agoda shows a 60% rise in interest from Eastern European travelers following Vietnam's recent introduction of a visa exemption for citizens of these countries.
October 22, 2025 | 10:20 am GMT+7
These 2 Southeast Asian countries are most open in visa policy

These 2 Southeast Asian countries are most open in visa policy

Timor-Leste and Cambodia are the only two Southeast Asian representatives to be placed high on the Henley Openness Index 2025, granting visa-free entry to citizens from hundreds of countries and territories.
October 21, 2025 | 01:48 pm GMT+7
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