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South Africa continues to maintain a visa exemption policy for citizens of 22 African countries, allowing eligible travellers to enter for tourism, business, or short visits without obtaining a visa before travel. The policy applies to selected African nationalities, including Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Botswana, and others. The permitted duration of stay varies between 30 and 90 days depending on nationality and passport type. Although the arrangement has recently received renewed attention, it is not a newly introduced policy. It is an existing long-term visa exemption system maintained by South Africa's Department of Home Affairs. This exemption does not apply to Indian passport holders. Indian travellers visiting South Africa must continue following the applicable visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) process before departure. Travellers should verify the latest requirements through official South African immigration sources before making travel plans. ...

Qatar Airways has extended the temporary suspension of passenger flights to Bahrain, Kuwait, and Erbil (Iraq) until and including August 7, 2026. The extension was announced through an official travel alert issued on July 30, marking the third time the airline has extended the suspension. Passengers travelling to any of the affected destinations are advised to check the latest flight status through the official Qatar Airways website or mobile app before leaving for the airport. Given the pattern of repeated extensions, travellers may also wish to allow additional flexibility in their travel plans. As airline operations can change at short notice, passengers should rely on official Qatar Airways updates for the latest flight schedules, travel advisories, and booking information.

Mozambique has reinstated its mandatory Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirement for citizens of 29 visa-exempt countries, effective July 31, 2026. The system had been suspended since 2025 because of technical issues and has now resumed following the introduction of a new VFS Global-supported digital visa platform launched in February 2026. The ETA requirement applies only to nationals of the 29 visa-exempt countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, the United Arab Emirates, and several European countries. An approved ETA allows a single entry and a stay of up to 30 days. There is no change for Indian travellers. India is not included in the list of 29 visa-exempt countries, so Indian passport holders must continue obtaining a Mozambique eVisa before departure through the same digital platform. Travellers should also note that airlines are expected to verify valid travel authorization before boarding. To avoid last-minute travel disruptions, applica...

An overseas job application does not remain in one place after it is submitted. Before a candidate receives an employment offer, the application typically moves through several stages, including document checks, verification procedures, employer evaluation, and recruitment requirements. Because every recruitment process follows multiple steps, transparency is essential. Clear communication helps applicants understand where their application stands and what to expect during the hiring journey. Trust in overseas recruitment is built through consistent processes, accurate information, and responsible communication rather than promises alone. Job seekers should always work through legitimate recruitment channels, verify important information, and stay informed throughout the application process before making employment decisions.

Canada has tightened the eligibility requirements for the C20 Reciprocal Employment work permit category, an LMIA-exempt pathway administered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The updated guidance, introduced in February 2026, is now having a wider impact on applicants. Under the revised rules, applicants must already be employed by the same multinational company outside Canada before they can qualify for the C20 work permit. Individuals hired only after arriving in Canada are no longer eligible under this category. The updated guidance also applies to applications that are already in process, as eligibility is assessed when a final decision is made rather than on the application submission date. IRCC has also strengthened form-matching requirements and now evaluates reciprocity based on the worker's country of origin. Applicants who do not meet the C20 eligibility requirements may still be able to use the standard LMIA-based Temporary Foreign Worker Program w...

SriLankan Airlines suspended all flights to and from Kuwait between July 20 and July 26, 2026, citing escalating tensions in the Middle East. This suspension has been confirmed by the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka and multiple news reports. Reports claiming that the suspension has been extended until August 7, 2026, could not be independently verified at the time of writing. Travellers should therefore avoid relying on unconfirmed information and instead check their flight status directly through SriLankan Airlines' official website or customer support before travelling to the airport. It is important to note that Kuwait International Airport remains operational. The confirmed disruption applies only to SriLankan Airlines' Kuwait services and should not be interpreted as a general closure of the airport or all flights on the route. As airline schedules and operational decisions can change quickly, passengers should always refer to official airline announcements for the ...