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How to extend your visa if you are stranded due to COVID-19

Updated: May 19, 2022 2 Comments

The world is facing an unprecedented situation today. Travel has come to a standstill. Stay home, stay safe is the new mantra. If you have been staying at home, great! But what if you have been traveling and stranded in a foreign country? Flights are suspended. Borders are closed. And, your visa is about to expire.  I was in this exact situation a month ago. I researched. I figured my options. And, I extended my visa. Today I want to talk about how you can extend your … [Read more...]

How to fill Colombia eVisa application – A step-by-step guide

Updated: July 5, 2021 105 Comments

Colombia eVisa application is quite easy to complete. It would take about 30 minutes. Keep in mind that Colombia eVisa processing takes about 5 business days. But in certain situations, it can take up to 30 calendar days. So make sure to complete your eVisa application at least 30 days prior to your travel dates.  TABLE OF CONTENTS Documents needed before startingSteps for Colombia eVisa application01. Start02. Application03. Applicant04. Visa05. Additional information06. Supporting … [Read more...]

How to get a British Airways email price quote for UK visa application- A step-by-step Guide

Updated: May 19, 2022 6 Comments

British Airways offers emailing a price quote for any of their flights. It's a free service and a price quote for the flight is sent to your email. You can print this email and use it as a flight itinerary for your UK visa application.  Keep in mind that a flight itinerary is not required for UK visa applications for most nationalities. But for some nationalities, a flight itinerary is still required and British Airways email price quote is a quick and inexpensive option.  I … [Read more...]

30-day Thailand Visa on Arrival (VOA) in 2022: A complete guide

Updated: December 12, 2022 13 Comments

Thailand is the most popular tourist destination in South East Asia. Partially due to the hassle-free Thailand Visa on Arrival, which is available to 18 nationalities including India, China and Mexico. The availability of plenty of budget airlines also makes Thailand an attractive and budget-friendly holiday destination. I have applied for Thailand Visa on Arrival several times at various international airports and land borders. I have researched, analyzed and documented every detail of it. … [Read more...]

11 Reasons for UK visa refusal (and how to overcome them)

Updated: July 6, 2021 1,046 Comments

UK visa application is the most strict and highly scrutinized visa process. The UK Visas and Immigration receives thousands of visa applications every year that do not meet visa requirements. Once you have a UK visa refusal, it remains permanently in the records of the UK Home Office. Each time you re-apply, your previous UK visa refusal comes up. It becomes an unavoidable hindrance to all of your future UK visa applications. Therefore, you must get approval in the first attempt at all … [Read more...]

How to turn your weak passport into a strong passport (with examples)

Updated: July 9, 2021 59 Comments

There are many reasons why some passports are strong and some are weak. Economic and political stability, bilateral agreements, reciprocity, and many other factors affect the strength of a passport. Passports from war-torn countries tend to suffer a lot these days. Countries with population issues also seem to have weaker passports. TABLE OF CONTENTS What makes a passport strong or weak?What are some of the strong and weak passports in the world?How to turn your weak passport into strong … [Read more...]

52 non-Schengen countries you can travel VISA-FREE with a Schengen visa [2023 edition]

Updated: December 12, 2022 103 Comments

There are 26 countries you can visit with a Schengen visa. But, there are also 52 non-Schengen countries and territories that you can travel VISA-FREE with a Schengen visa. Most people think that a Schengen visa is only for the Schengen zone. Yes, of course, it is. But many non-Schengen countries also honor Schengen visa as their own visa. TABLE OF CONTENTS *** Why do non-Schengen countries honor Schengen visa? There are several reasons why non-Schengen countries honor Schengen … [Read more...]

How to schedule US visa appointment- A step-by-step guide

Updated: July 9, 2021 655 Comments

After completing your DS-160, the next step in your visa application is to schedule US visa appointment. This requires paying the visa fee and selecting the location and date for your visa interview. Some countries require an additional appointment for biometrics at a Visa Application Center. The US visa appointment available dates vary from country to country and location to location. You can check the current wait times for visa appointments at the Bureau of Consular Affairs website. You … [Read more...]

How to fill DS-160 form online for US visa – A step-by-step guide

Updated: June 9, 2022 869 Comments

The first step in your US visa application process is to fill DS-160 form online. It is also the most important step as the result of your visa to the most part depends on your DS-160 form. DS-160 is a very lengthy form, so it can take you a few days to complete. So, start your US visa process early. You can also save and come back to your DS-160 form at any time. TABLE OF CONTENTS Why is DS-160 form very important in US visa applicationHow to use this step-by-step guideSteps to fill … [Read more...]

5 ways to get proof of onward travel for your next trip

Updated: May 19, 2022 30 Comments

When you are heading to a new country, the boarding airline usually asks for proof of onward travel. At the arriving airport, the immigration officers also ask for a return or onward ticket. If you are unsure of where you will be heading next, booking a return or onward ticket can be difficult. Especially if you are a digital nomad or traveling long term, it’s difficult to know your next destination several weeks in advance. The airline's staff at the check-in insist on showing a return or … [Read more...]

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About Thirumal Motati, founder and travel writer at visa traveler
Hi! I’m Thirumal Motati. I’m on a mission to travel to every country in the world on my “weak” passport. As a digital nomad, I have been traveling full-time for over 6 years. My knowledge and experience have helped many secure their visas and fulfill their travel dreams. Want to learn how to travel the world on a weak passport? Start here

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