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Italy Work Visa Submission Procedure for Bangladeshi
Applicants applying for Italian work visas in Bangladesh under the L/N category must register through a designated online webform from 25th October 2026, according to updated submission instructions.
26.10.2026
Greece Visa Applications in Dhaka: GVCW Center Closure Update
The GVCW Visa Application Center (VAC) in Dhaka has officially ceased all operations as of January 1, 2026.
31.01.2026
Sweden Introduces Online Euro Visa Fee Payments
Applicants who apply for a Schengen visa through VFS Global’s Sweden visa application centers need to pay their visa fees online in euros on the day they submit their application, starting from October 15, 2026.
19.10.2026
Kenya Makes Mandatory Travel Insurance Available Separately From ETA
Kenya’s mandatory travel insurance requirement is now available as a separate purchase through the government’s eCitizen platform, allowing travellers to obtain insurance before applying for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).
08.10.2026
Uganda No Longer Requires Yellow Fever Certificate for Entry
Uganda has taken away a long-standing rule for international visitors: now, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is not needed to enter the country anymore.
04.10.2026
Laos Stops New Work Permits and Labour Visas for Bangladeshis
Laos has suspended new work permits, labour-import plans and labour-project approvals for Bangladeshi nationals from 1st September until the end of 2026. The Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare issued the directive on 9th September, with the measure reported by The Laotian Times on 14 September.
30.09.2026
New Zealand Expands Post-Study Work Options for International Graduates
New Zealand is making it easier for graduates to stay and work after they finish their studies starting from 16 November 2026. This change gives some graduates an option to stay in New Zealand and work. At the time New Zealand will also introduce a new six‑month Short‑Term Graduate Work Visa for graduates who are not eligible for the Post‑Study Work Visa.
23.09.2026
Solomon Islands Introduces New Electronic Visa System
The Solomon Islands Government has officially introduced a new electronic visa system, allowing individuals to apply for, process, and receive visa approvals online.This initiative aims to enhance the country's border management processes.
09.09.2026
Bangladesh Bank Raises Annual Foreign Travel Allowance
The Bangladesh Bank (BB) has increased the yearly amount of foreign currency that Bangladeshi citizens can take abroad for travel from $12,000 to $18,000. This change allows travelers more freedom to meet their real foreign exchange needs when traveling overseas.
07.09.2026