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Paraguay Visa Requirements for Tourists

Friday, August 27th, 2010

When you imagine taking a vacation in South America, odds are that you aren’t imagining yourself in Paraguay. The landlocked country doesn’t have any tropical beaches to beckon tourists, and its tourist facilities are not as well-developed as those of its neighbors.

Still, for backpackers and other travelers who’d like to get off the beaten path, Paraguay is worth a visit. Attractions include remote national parks where you can truly leave civilization behind (just make sure that you have a guide and the proper gear), charming Mennonite enclaves, bustling cities and the dry plains and scrub of the Chaco.

Paraguay is best avoided during the summer months, when the entire country turns into an oven and temperatures soar to as high as 109 degrees Fahrenheit.  Note: Since Paraguay is in the southern hemisphere, their summer runs from December through February. Winter in Paraguay is much more temperate, with highs in the 70s.

To visit Paraguay, American citizens are required to carry both a valid passport and a Paraguay visa. Paraguay doesn’t do visas on arrival, so you will need to apply for your visa before you leave the US. Once you have obtained your passport, here are the documents required to apply for a Paraguay visa:

  • 2  visa application forms
  • 2 passport photos
  • 2 copies of the pages of your passport that contain your photos and identifying information.
  • 2 copies of your round-trip airline tickets or itinerary.

RushMyTravelVisa can help you apply for your visa to visit Paraguay, as well as any other visas you might need for your trip. We’ll take a look at your itinerary and research the visa requirements, ensuring that you have the appropriate documents in hand before you leave the country. Then, we’ll help you with the paperwork and submit your application to the appropriate embassy or consulate for the fastest possible service.

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Tanzanian Visa Requirements For Tourists

Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

Tourism is one of Tanzania’s most rapidly-growing industries. According to Wikipedia, Tanzania’s tourist sector employs 27,000 workers and generates one quarter of the country’s foreign exchange.

Tanzania has been blessed with  a rich variety of natural and cultural attractions. Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain on the entire continent, while the Serengeti features some of the most spectacular wildlife viewing in the world. Zanzibar features spectacular beaches, and Gombe is one of the best places to  see our wild chimpanzee cousins-in fact, it is the place where Jane Goodall first began to study the animals.

The best tourist facilities, naturally, are located in the major cities or popular wildlife preserves. However, according to the Lonely Planet guide, it is both rewarding and relatively safe to travel off the beaten path to see lesser-known gems like ancient Swahili villages and the Katavi wilderness.

Tanzanian visas are required for American citizens. You can get one ahead of time or at the airport on arrival. Either way, here’s what you need:

  • 1 Tanzanian visa application form
  • 2 passport photos
  • A copy of a  recent bank statement
  • A yellow fever vaccination certificate
  • A travel itinerary. If you don’t have one yet, you can substitute a bank statement showing a minimum balance of $2,000.
  • If you’re going on an organized tour, you will need a letter from the tour operator showing you are paid in full.
  • Your US passport, which be valid for at least 6 more months after the date you obtain the visa.

Many travelers prefer to have all their visas in order before they attempt to travel so far from home. RushMyTravelVisa can help you by researching your itinerary, ensuring that you have the necessary paperwork for each stage of the journey.  You’ll also get one-on-one attention and help from a knowledgeable visa specialist, reducing the chance of common application mistakes that can delay the Tanzanian visa process.  Finally, we hand-deliver your visa application to the appropriate embassy or consulate to keep processing times as low as possible.

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Cameroon Visa Requirements For Tourists

Sunday, April 25th, 2010

Since the 1970’s, Cameroon’s government has been encouraging the development of the country’s tourism industry, which has been growing slowly but steadily.

There’s a lot to love about Cameroon-fascinating people, flawless beaches, and an amazing variety of wildlife. What keeps people away? According to Lonely Planet’s guide to the country, “Cameroon’s tourist industry is a victim of geography. It sits in a tough neighbourhood, bordered by some problematic countries.”

According to the US Department of State, Cameroon also has a high crime rate, so do be careful, especially if you decide to venture out of the well-known tourist industries.

However, these cautions aside, Cameroon does have a lot to offer the careful traveler.  Cameroon encompasses a diverse variety of habitats and cultures, so much so that Cameroon’s government describes the country as ” “Africa in miniature.”

US citizens traveling to Cameroon need a valid passport and a Cameroon visa, plus evidence of yellow fever vaccination and shot records.

Here’s what you’ll need to apply for a Cameroon visa:

  • 2 Cameroon visa application forms
  • 2 passport photos
  • Your yellow fever vaccine certificate
  • A copy of your itinerary
  • A copy of a recent bank statement or someone, either at home or in Cameroon, who is willing to vouch for you and provide financial support if needed.

You must apply for your visa in advance-you can’t just pick one up on your way into the country. RushMyTravelVisa can help you with your Cameroon visa application by connecting you with a trained visa specialist who will walk you through the process, step by step, and provide you with clear, easily comprehensible instructions.

Once we’ve helped you with the necessary paperwork, we’ll deliver your application to the appropriate embassy or consulate for the fastest possible processing.

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Bangladesh Visa Requirements For Tourists

Sunday, April 25th, 2010

Bangladesh is a small country (about the size of Wisconsin), surrounded by India to the north, east and west and the Bay of Bengal to the South.  Although tiny, relatively poor and prone to natural disasters, Bangladesh is nonetheless an intriguing place to visit, with an abundance of natural parks, ancient ruins and unspoiled beaches.

However, US visitors to Bangladesh do need to obtain a Bangladesh visa. In theory, you should be able to get a visa on arrival. However, as the US Department of State notes, “Bangladesh has not widely publicized their policies for visas on arrival.  Travelers may encounter delays in airport visa issuance or refused entry if they do not have visas prior to arrival.”

Also, visas issued on arrival are valid for a maximum of 14 days, while visas issued ahead of time can be valid for longer periods.

So, it’s best to get your Bangladesh visa from an embassy or consulate before you travel.  Here are the documents you will need to apply:

  • Your US passport
  • 1 Bangladesh visa application  form
  • 1 passport photo
  • Roundtrip airline tickets or itinerary. If you are traveling by land, you’ll need a letter explaining when and where you will be entering and leaving the country.

Also, while some countries will allow you to travel with a valid visa in an expired passport, in Bangladesh your visa is only valid if it is inside a valid US passport. If your passport has expired, you need both a new passport and a Bangladesh visa.

RushMyTravelVisa makes it easy to obtain a Bangladesh visa, as well as any other visa documents you might need for your journey. We review your itinerary and research the visa requirements for every country you plan to stop in, ensuring that you don’t run into any unpleasant surprises along the way.

Then, we provide you with personal attention and simple instructions to make filling your visa application as easy and painless as possible.  This also reduces your chance of making common mistakes that could delay your application.

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Gabon Visa Requirements For Tourists

Sunday, April 18th, 2010

While tourism in Gabon is still an underdeveloped industry, it is definitely on the rise as more and more travelers discover the country’s mix of exotic wildlife and breathtaking vistas.

According to Wikipedia, roughly 85 percent of Gabon is covered in tropical rainforests, creating habitats for everything from gorillas to elephants to many different types of birds. Starting in 2000, the Gabonese government began promoting ecotourism and luxury tourism to further develop this sector of the economy. Approximately 155,000 tourists came to Gabon that year, a tremendous increase from the previous year.

However, the US Department of State notes the the availability of tourist facilities is spotty outside of Libreville, the capital city. Where available, accommodations outside of Libreville can also be quite expensive.

Both a valid passport and a visa is required for American citizens visiting Gabon.  Gabon visas are not available on arrival, so you need to apply for your visa in time to have it in hand before you leave for Gabon.

If you’re traveling as a tourist, here’s what you need to get a Gabon visa:

  • 2 Gabon visa application forms
  • 2 passport photos
  • A copy of your plane tickets or itinerary
  • Your US passport (must have at least 6 months left before it expires-otherwise, you will have to renew.)

In addition, you also need to bring proof that you have been vaccinated for yellow fever. This is required for you to enter the country.

RushMyTravelVisa.com specializes in helping people get the documents they need to travel.  Our visa specialists assist you by researching your itinerary to make sure you know exactly what documents you need before you go.  Then, we provide detailed, easy-to-understand instructions that make it super-simple to apply for the visas you need and reduce the chance of common mistakes that can keep your visa from being issued in a timely manner.

Finally, we submit your application to the appropriate embassy or consulate for the fastest possible processing.

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Bolivian Visa Requirements For Business Travelers

Friday, April 16th, 2010

Bolivia has a slowly growing economy primarily based around energy, mining and forestry. The US is Bolivia’s main trading partner, although new trade agreements have increased trade with neighboring countries as well.

Business travelers to Bolivia should follow local business etiquette. According to WorldTravelGuide.net, that means dressing formally, in either a suit or at least a shirt and tie.  Also, appointments with your business contacts in Bolivia should be made in advance.

American citizens traveling to Bolivia need to obtain a Bolivian business visa before leaving the US. Here’s what you need to get one:

  • 1 Bolivian visa application
  • 1 passport-sized photo of yourself
  • A copy of your itinerary
  • A copy of your certificate  of vaccination for yellow fever
  • A business letter of responsibility from your employer. The letter must state the purpose of your trip and the name of the business contacts you will be visiting in Bolivia. The letter must also state that your company will assume financial responsibility for you while you are in Bolivia and pay for your return transportation.

Bolivian visas for business travelers are good for a single entry into Bolivia and valid for 30 days.

RushMyTravelVisa.com can make getting a Bolivian visa for your next business trip must quicker and easier. We help you with the application, making sure you have all the necessary documents and reducing the chance of common mistakes that could cause your application to be delayed or rejected.

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Nepal Visa Requirements for Tourists

Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

Long a favorite haunt of backpackers, Nepal has a thriving tourist industry. According to Nepalese government statistics, in 2007 5,260,705 foreign tourists arrived in Nepal, up 37.2% from 2006. Although most of those tourists were from Asia or Western Europe, approximately 7.1% were from North America.  Most tourists came for recreational purposes, although adventure tourism is also common and adventure tourists tended to stay in Nepal for longer periods of time.

American citizen tourists are required to obtain Nepal visas, either at a Nepalese embassy or consulate before they leave the US or on arrival. You can obtain a visa-on-arrival at the following points of entry:

  • Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu
  • Kakarvitta, Jhapa District (Eastern Nepal)
  • Birgunj, Parsa District (Central Nepal)
  • Kodari, Sindhupalchowk District (Northern Border)
  • Belahia, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi District, Western Nepal)
  • Jamunaha, Nepalgunj (Banke District, Mid-Western Nepal)
  • Mohana Dhangadhi (Kailali District, Far Western Nepal)
  • Gadda Chauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur District, Far Western Nepal)

No matter where you apply, to get a Nepal visa you need the following documents:

  • One Nepal visa application
  • One passport photo
  • The appropriate visa fees for your desired length of stay.  A 15-day multiple entry visa is $25, a one-month visa is $40, and a three-month multiple entry visa is  $100.

If plan to backpack through Nepal, you may also need to apply for a trekking permit.

RushMyTravelVisa can make it easier to obtain the visas you need for your next international adventure. We review your itinerary and check the visa requirements for each country, ensuring that you have all of the appropriate visas and that there are no unpleasant surprises. Then, we assist you with the paperwork, helping you avoid common mistakes that could delay your visa application. Finally, we submit your application to the appropriate embassy or consulate for the fastest possible service.

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Zimbabwe Visa Requirements for Tourists

Sunday, April 4th, 2010

Due to a repressive government and general political instability, tourism in Zimbabwe has dropped significantly since its high point in the 1990’s. According to Wikipedia, from 1999 to the year 2000, the number of foreign tourists visiting Zimbabwe dropped 75%.

The US Department of State notes that “much of country’s infrastructure has collapsed, and Americans should carefully evaluate the decision to travel to Zimbabwe at this time.”

However, Zimbabwe does have many fascinating tourist destinations, including ancient cultural sites and amazing game parks.  For example, you can visit the impressive stone structures of Great Zimbabwe, or wander around Mana Pools National Park, the only African game park that currently allows unguided hiking.  Although, considering the park is home to a healthy population of lions, that might not be the best idea.

According to the Lonely Planet,  the people of Zimbabwe are desperate for your tourist dollars, so if you do go, you can “expect royal treatment.”

To enter Zimbabwe, you will need both a valid US passport and a Zimbabwe tourist visa. Visas are available at the border, or you can apply for one in advance from the Embassy of Zimbabwe.

The requirements for getting a Zimbabwe visa are quite simple-all you need is your passport, 2 completed application forms and 2 passport photos.  However, to enter the country, you also need to bring adequate funds and show your return ticket.

Also, it’s important to note that if you are planning to enter or exit Zimbabwe via South Africa, you need to have at least 2 spotlessly blank pages in the back of your passport per entry-otherwise South Africa won’t let you in.

A private visa expediting company like RushMyTravelVisa can make planning your African vacation much simpler.  We review your itinerary and research the visa requirements for each country you plan to visit. Then, we help with all the necessary paperwork and submit your applications to the appropriate embassies or consulates for the fastest service you can get!

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Sri Lanka Visa Requirements For Business Travelers

Saturday, April 3rd, 2010

Sri Lanka has a growing economy based on agricultural products like tea, rubber and coconuts, as well as textiles and gemstones.  In 2006, the Sri Lankan GDP grew 7.4% to reach the US equivalent of $27.4 billion.

According to WorldTravelGuide.net, American business travelers in Sri Lanka should feel right at home.  Many business customs in Sri Lanka are similar to those in America.  Most businesspeople speak English, punctuality is expected for meetings and appointments, and when you meet someone new, it’s considered polite to exchange business cards.

While American tourists in Sri Lanka do not need Sri Lankan visas,  business travelers do. Here are the documents required to get a Sri Lankan visa for a business trip:

  • 1 Sri Lanka visa application form
  • Your US passport, which must have a blank page and at least 6 months left before it expires.
  • 2-passport-sized  photos
  • A copy of your round-trip itinerary
  • A business letter of responsibility from your sponsor. The letter must provide the nature of your business, the purpose of your trip, the name of your contact  and the length of your stay and promise financial support for you while you are in Sri Lanka.
  • Your sponsor in Sri Lanka also needs to send a fax to the Sri Lankan Embassy in Washington, DC to confirm the details of your trip.
  • You will be required to show proof of a yellow fever vaccination if you are arriving from an area in which the disease is present.

Business travelers to Sri Lanka must apply for a visa in advance.  At RushMyTravelVisa.com, we specialize in making sure that business travelers have all the documents they need to travel. We’ll research your itinerary to ensure that you know exactly which visas are required, and we’ll provide clear, easy-to-follow instructions to help you get them. Then, we’ll deliver your Sri Lankan visa paperwork directly to the appropriate embassy or consulate for the fastest possible processing.

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Oman Visa Requirements For Tourists

Friday, April 2nd, 2010

One of the safest and friendliest Middle Eastern countries, Oman is becoming an increasingly popular place to visit. Of course, it’s still not on most people’s radar screens, so if you go soon you’ll still get the thrill of visiting an undiscovered country.

MatadorTrips named Oman as one of it’s “Next 5 Big Travel Destinations,” calling it “cheaper, friendlier, and more interesting” than nearby Dubai. Attractions include gorgeous scenery, castles, mosques and thriving markets.

American citizens visiting Oman need both a US passport and an Omani visa.  30-day, single-entry visas are available at the border for US citizens, or you can apply in advance for a multiple-entry tourist visa.

Here are the documents you need to get an Oman visa:

  • Your US passport, which must have at least 6 months validity remaining.
  • 2 passport-sized photos
  • 2 completed Oman visa applications. These are available online, so you can fill them out and print them.
  • If you are not a US citizen, you need to include proof of your US status, like a green card, as well.

If you are applying for a visa on arrival, the US Department of State recommends bringing proof that you have enough money to support yourself and proof that you have an onward ticket, even though it is not technically required.

A private visa expediting company like RushMyTravelVisa.com can make applying for a visa much easier. We’ll review your itinerary and research it to make sure you have all the visas you need for your trip. We’ll also help walk you through the application process, and submit your application to the appropriate embassy or consulate for the fastest possible processing.

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