An eVisa and an eTA are both digital travel authorizations, but they differ in scope: an eVisa is a digital visa for longer stays and specific activities like work or study, while an eTA is for shorter, often visa-exempt, visits for purposes like tourism or transit. eVisas are generally more complex to apply for and have stricter requirements, while eTAs are typically faster and simpler. Both are electronic and linked to your passport, so no physical label is placed in the document before travel
A visa on arrival (VOA) or arrival visa is a type of entry visa granted at the airport or border entry point of the destination country, immediately after you land or enter.
Visa requirements refer to the set of rules established by countries specifying the criteria foreign nationals must meet to gain permission to travel, work, study, or live in the country.
Countries have visa restrictions in order to check and control the flow of visitors in and out of the country and to prevent illegal immigration and other criminal activities. Forcing travellers to apply for a visa allows the authorities to vet potential visitors.
Yes, visas are differentiated by passport type, with different rules for ordinary, diplomatic, and official passports. For example, holders of ordinary passports need a visa to enter many countries, while diplomats holding diplomatic passports may be exempt from visa requirements for official travel. The visa category also depends on the purpose of the trip, such as tourism, work, or study
This tool uses trusted sources and aims to show the latest visa and entry rules. However, immigration policies can change quickly and sometimes without notice. While this tool is helpful for planning and understanding general requirements, it should not be your only source for final travel decisions.
NOTE: Always verify your visa and entry rules directly with official government or embassy websites before traveling.
Our mission is to support global travelers and digital nomads by making important travel information easier to access.
