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May 12, 2014

How to Apply for Vietnam Visa: Updated Vietnam Visa Requirement

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How to Apply for Vietnam Visa: Updated Vietnam Visa Requirement

Planning a trip to Vietnam? Bear in mind that only citizens of certain countries can gain entry into Vietnam without a visa and these are: For citizens of most ASEAN countries, no visa required if they are staying for less than 30 days For citizens of South Korea, Japan, Russia, Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland, no visa needed if they are staying for less than 15 days, This is applicable for both tourists and businessmen. Citizens of other countries other than those mentioned will need to get an entry visa for Vietnam prior to departure or an approval letter for a Visa on Arrival. To apply for a Vietnam visa, you need to visit any Vietnamese Embassies or Consulates in your country. Your passport should at least have 6 months validity. If there is no embassy or consulate or if you intend to go to Vietnam as part of a multi-destination trip, your best option is to get a Visa on Arrival. A Visa on Arrival is the best way to get a visa without the hassle of embassies or consulates. If your purpose is for tour and business, this service is the best option for you. It will be […]

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by shailany
May 9, 2014

How to Apply for Chinese Tourist Visa

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How to Apply for Chinese Tourist Visa

When applying for a Chinese tourist visa, you need to bear in mind that only the tourist (L) and transit (G) visas are the only ones that you can apply for without help from a business, government, or academic organization. In most cases, you will only need a Chinese tourist visa (L) to freely travel in most parts of China. In instances when you are traveling with in an organized tour group, you might not have an individual visa on your passport. In this case, the group will be issued a group L. However, you will still need the invitation letter by the agency. You only need to provide your details to the travel agency before your trip. If you are traveling to Hainan province via  a tour group, no visa is needed. Here now are the requirements for applying for a Chinese tourist visa: 1. Passport should for valid for at least 6 months with still available blank pages 2. Truly completed Visa Application Visa Application Form. Every column should be filled out, indicating N/A, if not applicable. Your application could be delayed or refused due to an incomplete form. 3. A recent passport-sized photo with white background pasted […]

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by shailany
March 19, 2014

Visa Requirements Depending On Your Country of Origin

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Visa Requirements Depending On Your Country of Origin

If you are thinking of heading off to a country outside of the EU, there can sometimes be important visa requirements for you to successfully enter. In collaboration with John Mason International Movers, here are the requirements for popular countries around the globe. United States The good news is that if you’re from the United Kingdom, you’ll be happy to know that a visa waiver programme is available and is valid for a maximum of 90 days. This also applies if you happen to be from Australia, Ireland, Spain, Italy or Germany. Click here to be taken through to the application process. On the other hand, if you’re not from the above, or a few other listed countries, you’ll have to pay $130 instead of a mere $14. New Zealand Like the United States, New Zealand also invites people of certain countries to enjoy a waver programme. So if you’re from pretty much the same countries mentioned above, you’ll be able to visit New Zealand for 90 days or less. However, if you’re from the UK, you can actually stay in New Zealand for up to six months without a visa, though Australians can do so for much longer, as […]

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by SHAILANY
March 5, 2014

How to Obtain Japan Tourist Visa for Filipino – No Guarantor/Inviter

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How to Obtain Japan Tourist Visa for Filipino – No Guarantor/Inviter

In order for Filipino to travel in Japan, you will need to acquire a tourist visa. Here are the requirements for obtaining Japan Tourist Visa with NO GUARANTOR 1. Valid Passport 2. Birth Certificate ( Original NSO, obtained present year only, taken from previous year will not be accepted) a. If you are Married, please provide a marriage certificate b. If you are born before 1949, no need for birth certificate 3. ITR 4. Daily Schedule in Japan (Itinerary) 5. Duly accomplished Application Form 6. COE ( Not Necessary) 7. Bank Certificate ( Amount usually depends on your Itinerary; Think about it, how much do you think you will need when you’re in Japan, be more realistic) 8. Photo (2×2) White Background There’s no need to buy the plane ticket ahead of your application. As far as I know, Japan Embassy in Manila is no longer accepting walk-in applicants; therefore, you need to opt for services from one of the accepted travel agencies. Below is the list of travel agencies that process Japan Visa, as well their address and contact no. UHI http://www.universalholidays.com https://www.facebook.com/UniversalHolidaysInc email: japanvisa@universalholidays.com uhijapanvisa@gmail.com Mezzanine Floor Dusit Thani Manila Hotel Ayala Center 1223 Makati City Direct lines […]

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by shailany
March 4, 2014

Some Mistakes Traveling Parties Commit When Applying for Vietnam Visa on Arrival

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Some Mistakes Traveling Parties Commit When Applying for Vietnam Visa on Arrival

Travelers going to Vietnam can easily obtain a visa by getting a Vietnam visa on arrival. It is said to be the most convenient way of being able to enter the country, especially since the whole process is mostly online. In fact, every Vietnam visa service can help group travelers with this option. The steps are easy; one has to fill out visa information, pay the service fee, wait for the approval letter, and then travel to a Vietnam airport and present the letter to have his or her passport stamped. Likewise, they can also be able to get an urgent Vietnam visa at an affordable price. While the whole process is quite easy to begin with, a lot of foreign travelers often commit certain mistakes when they try to get visa on arrival. Here are some of them: • A lot of travelers often fall prey to the notion that they can already get a visa directly upon arrival at the airport, only to have their flights cancelled and/or delayed or play the waiting game at the venue to have their visa approved because they failed to go online at their home country. It is very important for travelers […]

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by shailany
October 28, 2012

Korean Visa Requirement for Filipino Citizen

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Korean Visa Requirement for Filipino Citizen

Planning of Visiting South Korea? First you will need to have a  Visa. What are the requirements to get a tourist visa for Filipinos?  It’s easy.  If you are an employee, you only need the following: Ø  Original copy of your COE (Certificate of Employment) – of course, you’ll get this from you company! Ø  Photocopy of your Latest ITR (request to your HR) Ø  Original copy of your savings bank account certificate  (at least 50thousand or above) Ø  If you are invited by your relative from Korea (include it)- optional Ø  Photocopy of the first page of your passport Ø  1 – 2×2 picture, or passport size picture Ø  Accomplish visa form (will be given at the Korean Embassy) Ø  If you have New Zealand, US, British or Japan Visa, include it also (optional)   Processing is 5 days. If it’s your first time to apply, it would be better if you’d tour other country, so your visa will be approved. If you will stay in South Korea for more than 11 days, then, you have to pay 1500, I think. But if shorter than that, it’s FREE.   Where can I find Korean Embassy? Korean Embassy is now located at McKinley Hills, Taguig City. How to get there? […]

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by Shailany
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Young, spirited, and an adventurer – this is the perfect set of adjectives to describe myself. I'm an adventure-seeker and backpacker who has dreamt of traveling different countries and sharing my stories to the people.

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