Brazil: reintroduction of the visa requirement from April 10, 2025
09/04/2025 08:00

As of April 10, Brazil will again require visas for US, Canadian and Australian citizens. This will end open entry for people of these nationalities after six years.

The United States Embassy in Brasilia announced that Americans entering the country from April 10 will still be able to apply for visas electronically.

The GCS (Global Consular Services) portal will provide a user-friendly application option.

If you have any questions, the GCS / DVKG consular advisors will be happy to help you.

Your GCS / DVKG team

THAILAND - from 01.05.2025 the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is required to enter the country
02/04/2025 09:30

Dear ladies and gentlemen

From 01.05.2025, all travelers must apply for a Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 72 hours before entry

.

This digital form replaces the previous paper-based entry card and applies to both visa-free travelers and those who require a visa.

Transit passengers who do not leave the transit area are exempt.

Please take this into account when traveling to Thailand from 01.05.2025.

Your DVKG Team

Saudi Arabia: Visa Dates
21/03/2025 13:00

Good afternoon,

We would like to inform you that in calendar week 14 (31.03.2025 - 04.04.2025) there will be no appointments for Saudi Arabia visas at the provider.

We recommend that you take this into account when planning your trip.

If you have any questions, the DVKG consular advisors will be happy to help.

Your DVKG

Entering the USA - Federal Foreign Office warns of arrests when entering the USA
19/03/2025 08:00

Good afternoon,

The Foreign Office warns after arrests of individual Germans entering the USA that "previous convictions in the USA, false information on the purpose of stay or even a slight overstay" can lead to arrest and detention pending deportation.

Please bear this in mind when applying for the appropriate visa category and entering the USA.

Best regards

Your DVKG Team

China: Visa application processing time
10/03/2025 13:00

Currently, the preliminary check of visa applications by the provider in Berlin can take up to 14 days.

Please bear this in mind when applying for a visa.

Please contact us to find out what options - e.g. express processing - are available in urgent cases.

Your DVKG team