NCAA Meets Kenya Airways and Passengers Over Compensation for Stolen Baggage
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has stepped in to address concerns from travellers about stolen baggage on Kenya Airways flights, holding a formal engagement in Abuja on 11 February 2026 with the airline and affected passengers. What Happened Reports emerged that travelers flying with Kenya Airways had missing iPhones and other valuables taken from their checked‑in […]
US International Scholar Pool Set to Shrink — Experts Warn
Experts in international education are sounding the alarm that the United States may soon face a decline in its international scholar population, despite a modest recent increase in numbers. New data and forecasting models show that while the number of international scholars — researchers, postdocs, visiting professors, and other academic experts — grew slightly in […]
The Netherlands Sees Third Year of Falling International Enrolments
The Netherlands has recorded its third consecutive year of declining international student enrolments, reflecting a broader trend of decreasing student numbers both domestically and abroad. New data from Universities of The Netherlands (UNL) shows that international bachelor’s enrolments fell by 3.6 % this year, while overall student numbers (including Dutch students) also declined by 3.3 % — […]
Armenia Introduces 180-Day Visa-Free Stay for Residents of 113 Countries in 2026
Armenia has launched a significant temporary visa exemption initiative for 2026, allowing eligible travellers from 113 countries to enter and stay in the country for up to 180 days (about six months) without a visa — as long as certain conditions are met. This policy is designed to boost tourism, encourage longer visits, and strengthen […]
South Africa Explains New ETA Entry Rules for 2026
South Africa is rolling out its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system as part of a major modernisation of its visa and immigration processes, with full implementation expected through 2026. This digital travel authorisation will change how visitors from visa-required countries enter the country — streamlining entry while strengthening security. What Is the South Africa ETA? […]
Thailand’s 60-Day Visa-Free Stay in 2026 — What You Need to Know
Thailand has updated its 60-day visa-free entry rules for 2026, giving eligible travellers a longer stay without the need for a traditional visa. The changes aim to encourage tourism while standardising entry conditions for visitors from many countries. Under the revised policy: Visa-exempt travellers can now stay in Thailand for up to 60 days on […]
Vietnam Visa Processing to Pause for Lunar New Year 2026 — Expect Delays
Vietnam’s immigration services will temporarily pause visa processing in mid-February 2026 as the country observes Lunar New Year (Tet) — one of the longest and most significant public holidays in the Vietnamese calendar. During this period, government offices, consulates, and embassies will close, which means applications submitted close to or during the holiday may not […]
China Visa Applications Likely to Face Delays During February 2026 Spring Festival Holiday
If you’re planning to apply for a China visa in February 2026, expect processing slowdowns and operational disruptions because of the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) holiday period, which is one of the busiest travel seasons in the world. During this time, many visa centres and government offices close for the holiday and resume work […]
U.S. Spent Over $40 Million Deporting Migrants to Third Countries — Report
A recent Senate Foreign Relations Committee report reveals that the U.S. government spent more than $40 million on a controversial policy of sending migrants to countries other than their home nations — often far from their place of origin. The practice, expanded under the current administration’s immigration enforcement strategy, has drawn sharp criticism from lawmakers […]
Panama Opens Permanent Residence Pathway for Long-Term International Students
Panama has introduced a significant immigration reform that, for the first time, allows long-term international students who have studied in the country for more than six consecutive years to apply for permanent residence — creating a clear pathway from student status to long-term settlement. Previously, foreign students in Panama could only hold temporary student permits […]