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Types of Ghanaian Visas
September 18th, 2009
Traveling to Ghana is definitely an adventure that requires planning ahead. One important step in preparing for a trip to Ghana is obtaining the correct type of travel visa.
Fortunately, determining what type of Ghanaian visa to apply for is pretty simple. Ghana's visa classification system is straightforward, especially compared to some other countries. Unless you are traveling to Ghana on official government business, you'll need one of the following types of visas:
A tourist visa if you are a tourist or visiting friends or family.
A business visa if you traveling on business.
A student visa if you are going to Ghana to study.
Ghanaian visas can also be either single-entry or multiple-entry. A single entry visa is valid for 3 months and only allows you to enter and leave
Types of Brazilian Visas
September 17th, 2009
Whether you're going to Brazil to spend time on the beach, enjoy the nightlife in Rio de Janeiro or explore the Amazon rainforest, two items should be at the very top of your packing list: your passport and your visa.
All American citizens traveling to Brazil are required to carry the appropriate type of Brazilian travel visa. There are quite a few different types of Brazilian visas, so make sure you apply for the right one! To help you out, we've listed some common travel situations along with the corresponding types of visas.
Tourism
The first type of Brazilian visa is the tourist visa. Obviously, if you're traveling to Brazil as a tourist, you'll need one of these. However, there are several other situations that also require a tourist visa.
For example, scientists an
Types of Bolivian Visas
September 16th, 2009
Each country has its own rules regarding visits from American citizens. Bolivia requires that any American citizen traveling in to the country have the appropriate type of visa.
The type of visa you'll get is based on the purpose of your trip. Fortunately, Bolivia's visa system is relatively straightforward. Unless you are a diplomat on official business, there are three types of visas to choose from:
Tourist visas- Bolivian tourist visas are for people who want to visit Bolivia as tourists or who want to visit friends or relatives. Tourist visas are valid for a period of 5 years. During that 5 year period, you can visit Bolivia 3 times, but each visit can be no longer than 90 days.
Business visas- Bolivian business visas are for people entering Bolivia on business. Th
Types of Vietnamese Visas
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 atte
Types of Nigerian Visas
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 differen