Passports and visas

China extends visa-free policy to 9 more countries — including South Korea

China extends visa-free policy to 9 more countries — including South Korea

Bob Elliott

From Friday, citizens of nine more countries can enter China without needing a visa to visit. Holders of ordinary passports ...

Sri Lanka visa problem was a ‘technical issue’ says tourism minister

Sri Lanka visa problem was a ‘technical issue’ says tourism minister

Bob Elliott

The cost to obtain a short-term visa to visit Sri Lanka rose from $50 to $100 in April. But the ...