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Types of Vietnamese Visas

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

Planning a trip to Vietnam? Before you say “Good Morning, Vietnam,” make sure you have a valid Vietnamese visa! The country does not issue visas on arrival, and if you show up without one, you can expect to be sent back home, immediately.

To keep your trip on schedule, apply for your visa well in advance, and make sure you apply for the right type of visa.  For your reference, here’s a quick primer on the different types of Vietnamese travel visas:

Tourist/visitor visas are for travelers who want to explore Vietnam and see the sights as tourists, or for people who are traveling to Vietnam to stay with friends or family.

Business visas are for travelers entering Vietnam for a business trip.

If you are working in Vietnam, you’ll need an employment visa. Students planning to attend school in Vietnam need a student visa. For both of these visas, you will need to go to a Vietnamese embassy or consulate for an interview.

Also, Vietnamese visas can be either single-entry or multiple-entry. If your itinerary requires you to enter or leave Vietnam more than once, make sure you request a multiple-entry  visa.

Vietnamese visas are usually issued based on your planned dates of travel. However, you can apply for a visa extension from inside Vietnam if necessary.

Most Vietnamese visas are only valid when you enter from these specific airports: Hanoi Airport, Ho Chi Minh City Airport or Ba Nang Airport.  If you entering Vietnam by land or sea instead of through one of these airports, you’ll need to send in a special request with your visa application.

Finally, the US State Department cautions travelers who are continuing on to Laos from Vietnam to make sure they get Vietnamese visas that are permanently affixed to their passports. Otherwise, the Vietnamese immigration officers will remove your visa from your passport when Vietnam. However, since evidence of your stay in Vietnam is required for you to get into Laos, the immigration authorities there won’t let you in without it.  They’ll ship you straight back to Vietnam.

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Types of Nigerian Visas

Monday, September 14th, 2009

If you want to travel to Nigeria, you need to apply for a visa beforehand. All US citizens traveling to Nigeria need a visa before they leave the US. You are not allowed to apply for a visa when you get there!

In  fact, if anyone tells you any differently, you should walk very quickly in the opposite direction-the US State Department says that “Promises of entry into Nigeria without a visa are credible indicators of fraudulent commercial schemes in which the perpetrators seek to exploit the foreign traveler’s illegal presence in Nigeria through threats of extortion or bodily harm.” Trust me, that is not the way you want to spend your vacation!

Fortunately, compared to some countries at least, the Nigerian visa system is relatively straightforward. However, there are several different types of Nigerian visas, and you will need to make sure you apply for the correct type. To help you out, here’s a list of the most common Nigerian travel visas:

  • Business visas are for businesspeople visiting Nigeria for a meeting or conference.
  • Tourist visas are for tourists who want to see the sights, or for people who are traveling to Nigeria to visit friends or relatives.
  • Temporary work visas are for workers hired for temporary positions in Nigeria, usually by companies who need to bring in experts to complete jobs like installing and maintaining equipment.
  • Subject to regularization visas are for those who have been offered more permanent employment with a Nigerian company.
  • Transit visas are for those who stop in Nigeria on the way to another country.

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Types of Indian Travel Visas

Sunday, September 13th, 2009

When traveling to India, it’s extremely important to make sure you have your visa paperwork in order before your plane leaves. India requires all American citizens visiting the country to have an appropriate visa before they attempt to enter the country. Once you arrive in India, it’s way too late to apply, and according to the US State Department’s website, you will be subject to immediate deportation.

It’s also important to ensure you have the right type of visa.  There are several different types of Indian travel visas.  You should apply for the type of visa that corresponds to the purpose of your trip:

1.Tourist visas are for people traveling to India as tourists.

2. Business visas are for people traveling to India on business. There are different types of business visas, too, depending on whether you are going for a business trip or conference, as a journalist or as a crew member.

3. Employment visas are for people who plan to work in India. If you take a job with a company there,  you will need an employment visa. Be careful-according to the US Department of State, if youwork in “designated institutes and technology areas,” you may have to wait two weeks extra for your visa and submit additional paperwork with your application.

4. If you are planning to study in India, you’ll need a student visa.

5. If you are going to India to conduct religious activities of any sort, you will need to apply for a missionary visa. According to the US Department of State, trying to conduct missionary activities without the proper visa could get you deported.

6. If you are stopping in an Indian airport en route to another country, you will need a transit visa, even if you are simply walking from one plane to another.

7. Research visas are for people conducting research of some sort, whether it be scientific research or working on a book.

One other important fact about Indian visas is that you can apply to have your visa be valid for different lengths of time, up to 10 years. Even better, Indian visas can be transferred from your expired passport to your new passport when you renew.

RushMyTravelVisa can help you through the process of obtaining your Indian visa. When you apply for a visa with us, you’ll work with a knowledgeable visa specialist to make sure that you are applying for the right type of visa and that all of your paperwork is in order before we turn it in to the embassy. We’ll get you the fastest possible visa processing and help you avoid costly delays.

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Types of Russian Travel Visas

Friday, September 11th, 2009

Are you planning a trip to Russia? No matter why you are going there or how long you are staying, you must have a valid visa. Not only that, but you have to have the right type of visa. Russia is known for being extremely strict about visa requirements, and if your paperwork isn’t exactly in order, you can expect to be sent home at your own expense forthwith.

Let’s take a closer look at the different types of Russian visas:

Business Visa: Business visas are for travelers coming to Russia on business.

Tourist Visa: Tourist visas are for people traveling to Russia as tourists. You’ll need to submit a voucher from your travel agency or hotel to qualify for a Russian tourist visa.

Homestay Visa: If you are traveling to Russia to stay with friends or family, you will need a homestay visa.

Transit Visa: Guess what? If you are changing planes in Russia, even if you are only there for a few hours and never leave the airport, you will need a transit visa to be able to continue on to your final destination.

Russia’s visa system has been described by none other than the US Department of State as a “restrictive and complicated visa regime for foreigners who visit, transit, or reside in the Russian Federation.”

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The ABC’s of Chinese Visas

Thursday, September 10th, 2009

If you’re planning a trip to China, it’s absolutely essential that you have the right type of visa. China is very strict about their visa policy. They do not issue visas on arrival, and according to the US State Department, if you try to enter China without the right type of visa, you’ll be “subject to a fine and immediate deportation” at your own expense.

Sounds unpleasant, doesn’t it? So, what type of Chinese visas are available, and how do you know which one to apply for?

In China, each type of travel visa is identified by a letter. The type of Chinese  visa you need depends on the purpose of your trip.  Here’s a breakdown:

Chinese work visas:

If you are coming to China to work, you will need one of the following visas:

C Visa: Issued to crewmembers to perform duties on board an international train, airliner or other vessel, and their accompanying family members.

F Visa: Issued to an alien who is invited to China for a visit, an investigation, a lecture, to do business, scientific-technological and culture exchanges, short-term advanced studies or internship for a period of no more than six months.

J-1 Visa: Issued to foreign resident correspondents in China.

J-2 Visa: Issued to foreign journalists who make short trips to China on reporting tasks.

Z Visa: Issued to an alien who comes to China for a post or employment, and his or her accompanying family members.

Chinese Student Visa

If you’re coming to China to study, you’ll need an X Visa, which is issued to an alien who comes to China for study, advanced studies or internship for a period of more than six months.

Chinese Permanent Resident Visa

If you plan to reside permanently in China, you’ll need a D visa.

Chinese Travel Visas

A G visa is necessary if your flight itinerary requires you to stop in China.  However, you don’t need a visa if you already have tickets to your final destination on an international airline that flies through China, you will be in China for less than 24 hours  and you never leave the airport.

If you’re coming to China for sightseeing, family visiting or other private purposes, you need an  L Visa.

Applying for your Chinese visa can be a complex process. RushMyTravelVisa can help you determine what visa you need and guide you through the paperwork with helpful advice and handy checklists. Then, we deliver your visa application directly to the appropriate embassy or consulate for processing.

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Can We Help You Expedite Your Visa?

Tuesday, September 8th, 2009

Applying for a visa can be a complex, time-consuming process. Applying via a visa expediting company like RushMyTravelVisa.com gets you more than just faster service. You’ll also get help sifting through the daunting amounts of application paperwork!

An expediting company will let you know exactly what you need to do to get the type of visa that you need for your trip. For example, when you apply through  RushMyTravelVisa.com, you’ll work with a professional visa specialist and get a detailed checklist to review before you send in your application.

Who can use RushMyTravelVisa.com?  We can help any American citizen who needs a visa to travel overseas get through the visa paperwork and expedite their visa. Our website makes it easy to determine whether or not you need a visa before you order, and of course you can always call us at the number below if you have any additional questions.

If you are a permanent resident but not an American citizen, we may be able to expedite your visa, as well. You will need your green card or long-term US visa, and we may not be able to expedite your visa if the country you are traveling to requires a personal interview.  Call us at (866) 241-8520, and we’ll be more than happy to research your situation to see if we can help!

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Why You Should Apply for An Express Visa: What Happens If You Try To Travel Without One

Monday, September 7th, 2009

Picture this: you’ve planning a trip to another country for months. You have your hotel booked, your itinerary planned out, and your passport. You’re completely ready to go-or are you? Did you remember to check and see if you needed a visa? What happens if you don’t have the necessary visas when it’s time to leave?

If you need a visa and you don’t have one, your wisest course of action would be to apply for an express visa to make sure that you have it in hand before your plane leaves. If you try to leave without the visa, a couple of things could happen:

  • You may be able to apply for a visa when you arrive in the foreign country. However, only certain countries will allow this option. Many will not. Plus, who wants to spend time filling out visa applications after a long international flight? And what if you don’t have everything you need to apply in your suitcase? If you’re going to try applying for a visa upon arrival, you need to find  out what the country’s procedures are and make sure you pack everything you need. Really, even if the country you’re flying to allows visas on arrival, it’s much, much safer to get your visa before you step on the plane.
  • If you don’t have your visa paperwork in order, you might not be allowed on your international flight at all, especially if the country you are flying to does not allow foreigners to apply for visas in the airport.

When you apply for an express visa with RushMyTravelVisa, we make it a priority to get you the necessary documents as quickly as possible. You’ll work with a professional visa specialist and receive a detailed checklist to minimize the chance of delays in processing your express visa application.

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Do You Need a Travel Visa?

Saturday, September 5th, 2009

How do you know if you need a travel visa, anyway? That can be a hard question to answer, since each country has different entry rules for different situations.  Some countries have agreements with the US that exempt US citizens from having to apply for a visa in certain circumstances.  Other countries require a travel visa for anyone who enters the country. How can you find out which rules apply to you? And if you do need a visa, how can you find out what type of visa to apply for?

One helpful source of information is the US State Department’s Country-Specific information page. This page lists helpful information for Americans traveling abroad, including basic information about visa requirements.

If you need more information about visa requirements,  you can also contact the embassy or consulate of the country you are visiting. A complete list of foreign embassies and consulates in the United States can be found here.

Perhaps the easiest way to learn about the visa requirements for the country you are visiting is to use RushMyTravelVisa.com. Our website is set up to allow you to select the country you are visiting and get a breakdown of its visa requirements. If you don’t need a visa to travel there, we will let you know to ensure that you don’t place an order for something you don’t need. If you do need a visa, we’ll let you know what type  you need.

After you order your travel visa, you’ll also work with a professional visa specialist to help ensure that you are applying for the correct type of visa and that you have all the paperwork in order before your application goes to the appropriate embassy or consulate.  We’ll also provide you with a checklist, to help ensure that you have everything you need before you send the application in to us.

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Lack of a Brazilian Visa Keeps TechCrunch Writer Away From Brazil

Friday, September 4th, 2009

Getting a travel visa can be complicated.  So complicated, in fact, that it’s tempting to put off until the last minute. However, as TechCrunch writer Sarah Lacy found out when she applied for a Brazilian visa, putting it off until the last minute can cause big problems.

That’s because processing times can change in the blink of an eye, without any notice.  This can cause problems whether you use an expediting company to submit your visa application or apply on your own. In Sarah Lacy’s case, the Brazilian government switched computer systems right after she submitted her application. There were problems associated with the switch that kept the consulates from processing Brazilian visa applications, so her visa wasn’t there when it was supposed to be.

Now, Lacy still doesn’t have her Brazilian visa and she’s out money for the trip. That’s why it’s a good idea to apply for your visa as far in advance as possible.  RushMyTravelVisa cuts through the confusion and simplifies the visa application process by providing clear, helpful instructions, personal assistance from a visa specialist and an easy-to-follow checklist.

With RushMyTravelVisa.com, the visa application process is so simple that there’s no excuse to put it off! Our process also helps you avoid mistakes that could cause your visa to be delayed.

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The Top 5 Most Common Mistakes People Make When Applying for Travel Visas

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009

Nobody ever said applying for a visa was easy. All it takes is one little mistake to cause a delay in processing your travel visa application. Here are the top 5 most common mistakes people make when applying for travel visas-make sure they don’t happen to you!

  1. Not filling out the visa application completely: Sometimes, applicants don’t fill out certain fields in the application, usually because they don’t think a question applies to them. When you fill out an application for a travel visa, don’t leave anything blank. If a question doesn’t seem applicable, at least try to explain why it isn’t applicable to your situation.

  2. Forgetting your “John Hancock:” Believe it or not, another common mistake made when applying for a visa is simply forgetting to sign the visa application.

  3. Not having an original signature on all copies of the visa application: Many countries require multiple copies of the same form when you apply for travel visas.  Filling out the same form and over an over again can be tedious. It’s fine if the rest of the application is photocopied, but your original signature needs to be on all copies of the visa application. Don’t forget to  sign each one by hand!

  4. Not sending in your passport with the visa application: Travel visas go on the inside of your passport.  You have to send your passport in when you apply, otherwise the embassy or consulate that’s processing your application can’t issue the visa.

  5. Not reading the application directions thoroughly: The visa application process can be complicated. It’s all to easy to skim through the instructions and forget to do something important. Read all the directions slowly, preferably more than once, to avoid having to resubmit.

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