Istanbul tourist place

Istanbul: A world center of great value in the past as well as in the present, Istanbul embraces Asia on the one hand and Europe on the other. Istanbul, with its historical peninsula, numerous scenic and historical beauties is a magnificently unique city that has been capital to many civilizations capital to many civilization

s from past to present and still continues to be home to residents from all over the world. This rooted city, with a history dating back to 300 thousand years before, constitutes a mosaic of many civilizations and cultures combined.
One may come across legacies and monuments of thousands of years behind any door or around any corner in Istanbul. Whether you take a round tour in Istanbul or visit any of the 39 districts nearby, you will catch hold of various historical and natural wonders any minute.

You may begin your Istanbul tour at the Grand Bazaar that will enchant you with its bright and pleasant environment while a sense of peace and security will wrap you tightly in Hagia Sophia. A tour of the pearl of the Bosporus, Ortaköy, will let you enjoy the delightful views along the deep blue coast.

With the Black Sea in the north, the Marmara Sea in the south and the Istanbul Strait running in all its glory through the middle of the city, you will experience great moments in Istanbul and witness the unique combination of the Mediterranean and Black Sea climates. You may encounter a hot and humid weather in the summer and a cold and snowy weather in the winter.

Watching the flying seagulls at Eminönü by the time the rising sun illuminates the city, you will notice the docked boats rocking gently as if to greet you. What’s more, you won’t be able to resist the fresh scent of the city when the first ray of lights illuminate the shimmering fishes swimming around the fishing twines.

The setting sun illuminates the city like a painting every evening. The candle- like silhouettes of the mosques rise above the historical peninsula to greet the city while the sun and the moon salute each other as the day turns into night. Right at that moment you will feel like a sultan in the cradle of civilizations.

Bridging two continents, this unique city, where one can encounter people from different countries and witness diverse cultures merging in harmony, will awaken completely different feelings in you.

There is a lot to experience and share in Istanbul. Are you ready to explore this magic city?

Maldive Visa Requirment

Free 30 days Visa upon arrival for all visitors

No prior visa is required to enter the Maldives and based on immigration requirements, entry permits will be granted on arrival.
However an entry permit does not permit visitors to take up employment, set up any business or conduct any professional activities (paid or unpaid) except with the consent of the government and in compliance with pertinent laws and regulations of the Maldives.

- Visitors entering the Republic of Maldives should fulfill the following requirement for the grant of an entry permit into the country.
- Possession of a valid international travel document issued by the Government of a Sovereign State.
- Possession of a valid return air ticket to a destination where the passenger has permission to enter, together with necessary visas for the onward journey to the next destination.
- Possession of minimum of US$30.00 per person per day or confirmed hotel reservation for the intended period of stay in the Maldives. Following are exempted from this requirement.

• Diplomats

• UN Personnel

• Approved persons for employment

• Technical and other experts attached to the Government

Those who have confirm bookings in registered tourist resort/hotels etc.
Those sponsored by Maldivians

- No prior visa is required to enter the Republic of Maldives. Entry permit will be granted to visitors on arrival at designated ports of entry, based on the immigration requirements.
- An entry permit does not allow an visitor to take up employment, set up any business or exercise any profession whether paid or unpaid except with the consent and in conformity with the pertinent laws and regulations of the Maldives. However, a visitor or foreign delegation visiting the Maldives to conclude business agreements, contracts or to negotiate business transactions with their counterparts do not require work permits if the stay does not exceed the duration granted on arrival.
- An expatriate must obtain a work permit from the Ministry of Human Resources Employment and Labour prior to arrival in Maldives to engage in employment.
- Visitors who stay beyond the period for which they have been approved may be deported.
- The Government of Maldives refuses admission and transit to holder of Merchant Seaman books.
- Disembarkation and Embarkation card shall be filled by every passenger and submitted to the Immigration Officer on entry.

Source : http://www.visitmaldives.info 

Maldive Island Tourist place

THE MALDIVES

- The Maldives, officially Republic of Maldives, is an island nation in the Indian Ocean formed by a double chain of twenty-six atolls stretching in a north-south direction. It stands in the Laccadive Sea, 402 km (250 mi) south-west of India
- The chain of islands is an archipelago, which are in reality the tops of a vast undersea mountain range in the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea. The atolls of the Maldives encompass a territory spread over roughly 90,000 square km (34,750 sq miles), making it one of the most dispersed countries in the world in geographic terms
- It features 1,192 islands, of which two hundred are inhabited. The Republic of Maldives’s capital and largest city is Malé, with a population of 103,693 (as of 2006)
- The Maldives are the smallest Asian country in both population and land area. With an average ground level of 1.5 metres (4 ft 11 in) above sea level, it is the lowest country on the planet. It is also the country with the lowest highest point in the world, at 2.3 metres (7 ft 7 in)

Source: Wikipedia

Langkawi Tourist Place Malaysia

Langkawi is big folks: besides the main island, the 500sqkm Pulau Langkawi, there are a bunch of offshore islets that will really draw your interest (namely Pulau Dayang Bunting, Pulau Singa Besar, Pulau Payar Marine Park and Pulau Beras Basah).
Sightseeing attractions are liberally scattered around: the island’s most developed beach is Pantai Cenang and its southern appendage of Pantai Tengah but it is in Kuah that you will find most sightseeing spots, from Lagenda Langkawi Dalam Taman to Al-Hana Mosque. Besides that, Padang Matsirat and Pantai Kok also house some interesting sights, specifically Mahsuri’s Tomb and Oriental Village.
 

Dubai Burj AL Arab tourist place

1: Burj Al Arab 

The Burj Al Arab (Tower of the Arabs) is the world's only 7 star hotel and designed to resemble a billowing sail, the Burj Al Arab soars to a height of 321 metres, dominating the Dubai skyline making it the fourth tallest hotel in the world.

It truly is one of the most iconic symbols of Dubai and is a majestic building. No trip to Dubai would be complete without at least seeing it! There are various view points you can take photos from but one of the best is from the public beach next to it... there you will get that Dubai shot of you on the beach with The Burj in the back ground.  It is one of the most photographed structures in the world, and consistently voted the worlds most luxurious hotel. It is illuminated at night by choreographed lighting making it an impressive buidling day or night!

Australia Temporary Work Visa

From 24 November 2012 the following visa subclasses were closed to new applicants:

• Government Agreement (Subclass 406) visa
• Exchange (Subclass 411) visa
• Foreign Government Agency (Subclass 415) visa
• Visiting Academic (Subclass 419) visa
• Sport (Subclass 421) visa
• Medical Practitioner (Subclass 422) visa
• Media and Film Staff (Subclass 423) visa
• Domestic Worker (Temporary) - Diplomatic or Consular (Subclass 426) visa
• Domestic Worker (Temporary) - Executive (Subclass 427) visa
• Religious Worker (Subclass 428) visa
• Occupational Trainee (Subclass 442) visa
• Professional Development (Subclass 470) visa.

Applicants who were previously eligible for the visas listed above may be eligible for one of the following five visa subclasses:

• Temporary Work (Long Stay Activity) (Subclass 401) visa
• Training and Research (Subclass 402) visa
• Temporary Work (International Relations) (Subclass 403) visa
• Temporary Work (Entertainment)(Subclass 420) visa
• Temporary Work (Skilled) (Subclass 457) visa.

There were also changes from 24 November 2012 to the way the following visas operate:

• Entertainment (Subclass 420) visa
• Business (Long Stay) (Subclass 457) visa.

Egypt Entry Visa Requirement

Visa Requirements

1- Two 2" x 2", recent high definition personal passport photos on white background.
2- Passport (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page.
3- Fees: Payments are in Cash or Money Order only (Money Order is payable to the Consulate of Egypt).
4- For Non-Americans:  Please also provide, photocopy of green card or valid U.S. Visa and photocopy of round-trip ticket or itinerary, (please only provide photocopy of your valid stay in the United States if you are one of those countries requiring pre-approval prior to Consulate granting you a visa). Student Visa Holders PLEASE ALSO PROVIDE a Registration Letter from school.

5- For Business visa: a letter from the company indicating the detailed purpose of the trip and financial guarantee of the company.

6- Diplomatic Passport Holder: Please provide diplomatic note stating detailed purpose and dates of travel.

 Note: In cases Biometric data is required an appointment will be set for personal appearance.

7- Official Passport Holder: Please provide official note stating detailed purpose and dates of travel.

Note: In cases Biometric data is required an appointment will be set for personal appearance.

8- United Nations Laissez Passer Holder: Please provide official note stating detailed purpose and dates of travel.

9- MAILED APPLICATIONS: please provide a Self-Addressed Stamped certified envelope for the return of the passport, such as Express Mail or Certified Mail. Via ANY OVERNIGHT COURIER, please send money order. We do not take responsibility for any loss that may occur in mailing passports.

 9- Mailing Address: Consulate of the Arab Republic of Egypt

                                    3521 International Court, N.W.

                                    Washington, D. C.  20008

10- Telephone #     :  1 (202) 966-6342    ,     Fax:  1(202) 895-5478

MOST Applications are processed in 10 business days (plus mailing for mailed application).

VISA FEES­

Nationalities	Single Tourist	Multiple Tourist	Single Business	Multiple Business
United States of America	$ 15.00	$15.00	$ 25.00	$ 40.00
Russia	$ 15.00	$15.00	$ 25.00	$ 40.00
Denmark	$ 15.00	$15.00	$ 25.00	$ 40.00
Finland	$ 15.00	$15.00	$ 25.00	$ 40.00
Norway	$ 15.00	$15.00	$ 25.00	$ 40.00
Sweden	$ 15.00	$15.00	$ 25.00	$ 40.00
Cyprus	$ 15.00	$15.00	$ 25.00	$ 40.00
Guinea	$ 15.00	$15.00	$ 25.00	$ 40.00
Germany	$ 20.00	$ 25.00	$ 25.00	$ 40.00
Canada	$ 20.00	$ 25.00	$ 50.00	$ 70.00
United Kingdom	$ 20.00	$ 25.00	$ 80.00	$ 145.00
South Africa	Gratis	Gratis	Gratis	Gratis
Other Nationals	$20.00	$ 25.00	$25.00	$ 40.00
Diplomatic Passport Holder			Gratis	Gratis
UN Laissez Passer			Gratis	Gratis
Official Passport Holder			Gratis	Gratis

Nationalities required Pre Approval prior to the Consulate granting a visa are as follows :

-         Eritrea

-         Ethiopia                     

-         Burundi

-         Rowanda

-         Liberia

-         Ghana

-         Sierra Leone

-         Mali

-         Niger

-         Chad

-         Afghanistan

-         Iraq

-         Palestine

-         Philippines

-         Lebanon - (ages 16 to 50 years old)

-         Morocco

-         Mauritania

-         Nigeria

-         Tunis

-         Bosnia - ( of Egyptian Origin)

-         Congo

-         Peoples Republic of China

-         Somalia

-         Algeria

-         Cyprus

-         Sudan

-         Thailand

-         Kosovo

-         Libya-(men ages 18-45 years old)

-         Pakistan

-         Moldova - (Female ages 15 to 35 years old)

Tourist Visa in Thailand

Thailand is a beautiful country. Her tropical weather and rich culture act as natural magnets for those who dwell in the far-side of the world. A big chunk of Thailand’s revenues are obtained from the tourism industry, making her the tourism hub of the far-east. What if you live on a different country and would want to have a vacation in Thailand? For sure, it wont be as easy as going for a walk in a park, roam around and get off the place after. Guidelines are followed, and documents are needed before you board the plane bound for the land of smiles.
Visiting Thailand as a Tourist
When you visit Thailand for the purpose of leisure, sight-seeing and personal enlightenment, you are a tourist. A tourist is not allowed to work or conduct business in Thailand. A tourist needs a tourist visa so you can stay in Thailand for a period of 15 or 30 days while doing her own explorations and excursions in the kingdom.
What is a Tourist Visa?
A tourist visa is a stamp or document needed so you can stay in Thailand for a specific period of time, on the purpose of tourism. It is stamped on your passport upon arrival at the airport in Thailand, or it can be obtained in your home country through the Thai embassy or consulate located there. The tourist visa can also be extended if necessary. There are certain countries who made agreements with the government of Thailand so their citizens can benefit from the visa exemption when entering Thailand as tourists.

Requirements for a Tourist Visa
When applying for a tourist visa, certain documents and fees are needed to obtain one. The documents and the fee are subject to change anytime and without prior notice, so it would be a good idea for an aspiring thai tourist to inquire for the right information before flying off to Thailand.
Documents required:

• Passport or travel document with a validity not less than 6 months
• Visa application form (filled out)
• One(1) recent 4x6cm. photograph of the applicant
• Round-trip air ticket or e-ticket (paid in full)
• Proof of financial means (20,000 baht per person/40,000 baht per family)

Don’t forget that consular officers reserve the rights to request for additional documents when they deemed it necessary, so it is advisable that you present yourself when you are in a good shape and state, together with your papers and documents.
Visa Fee:

• US $ 30.00 per entry or equivalent. The tourist visa fee is subject to change without the prior notice, so it is a good idea to be updated by visiting the nearest Thai Embassy or consulate in your area, or by visiting the Siam Legal website for online updates.

Validity of the Visa/Period of Stay
The validity of a tourist visa ranges from 3 months to 6 months, depending on the number of entries you make across the land border, or from the airport. If you arrived on Thailand through an international airport, you will be stamped a 30 or 60-day permission of stay depending whether your country made a bilateral agreement on visa exemption with Thailand.
If you enter Thailand via land border, you will be stamped a 15-day permission of stay as a tourist in the immigration post, after which you will have to exit the country again on or before the expiration of your permission of stay. However, the tourist visa can also be extended if you wish or need to stay longer in Thailand. You will have to file an application for an extension of stay at the Office of Immigration Bureau located at Soi Suan Plu, off South Sathorn Road, Bangkok 10120 , Tel (662) 287-3101-10. Bear in mind that the success for an ext

Indonesia Visit Visa Requirement

Visit Visas are given to Regular Passport holders.

Most of regions and cities in Indonesia are very safe to travel for US citizen. However, with respect to certain domestic conditions and for their own safety, the visa applicant is advised to contact the Indonesian Embassy or Consulate Generals or through the travel agency on the situation and information of the region that would be visited in Indonesia.

There are regions in Indonesia that the foreign national is not allowed to visit without special written permission and approval. The four regions are: Poso, and Irian Jaya/West Papua. The Applicant who wishes to enter the restricted regions must obtain special authorization from Indonesian authorities. Important: Please advise to the Embassy/ Consulate Generals about the intention to visit restricted regions.

To initiate and to expedite the process of the Authorization, it is advisable that the sponsor/individual/organization in Indonesia submit the request for the applicant's authorization from the Directorate General of Immigration in Jakarta, Indonesia. As there would be considerable amount of time needed for the process, we strongly suggested that the applicant apply for a visa as early as possible. It may take two weeks or longer before such permission been granted (or denied). Visitor who enters these restricted regions without permission is subject to arrest, detention, and will be prosecuted according to Indonesian law.

There are several types of the Visit Visa, based on the purpose of visit: Tourist (Single or Multiple Entries) Business (Single or Multiple Entries) Social Visit, e.g. to visit family/relative, social or cultural exchange, etc (Single or Multiple Entries) Journalist Visa, please contact the Information Division of the Embassy/ Consulate Generals to proceed. For the Embassy of Indonesia in Washington, D.C., please contact (202) 775 5306 or (202) 775 5300. For telephone number of the Consulate Generals, please find on the other section of this website or contact the numbers. Research Visa (Single Entry), the Embassy/Consulate Generals would not be able to process research visa without an official notification or a formal approval from the State Ministry of Research and Technology and the Directorate General of Immigration. The Applicants should directly contact to: Office of Coordination Team of Foreign Researcher Clearance, the Agency for Research and Technology Implementation Secretariat PP41, BPPT Building #2, 8th Floor Jl. MH. Thamrin No. 8, Jakarta Pusat 10340 Tel.: 62-21-3169293 Fax.: 62-21-39836180 Homepage: www.ristek.go.id email:frp@ristek.go.id Applicants should write a formal letter to the Office by providing all details about the research. The Office may assist the applicant with proper clearance and authorization from related agencies including immigration in Indonesia. Please verify this matter to the Office regarding the necessary document that need to be required for further assistance. Note (please read carefully): Single Entry means that you could only use the visa one time to enter Indonesia, and then the visa expired/void. The Indonesian Embassy and the Consulate Generals may issue a Single Entry Visa for up to 60 days visit. (The fee for single entry is US $45.00). Multiple Entries means that you could use the visa to enter Indonesia several times within one year (the visa is valid for a year). However, the visitor could only stay no longer than 60 (sixty) days in Indonesia. For the Multiple Entries, the applicant's passport must be valid at least 1 year. The fee for multiple entries is US$ 100.00. Visa Fee may be paid by Cashier Checks or Money Order from US Postal Service or Company Check payable to Embassy of Indonesia. Personal Check would not be accepted. Please be advised that all Indonesian Representative (Embassy or Consulate Generals) hold the right to deny any applicant that deemed ineligible without disclosing the reason. The Visa processing completed in three working days or longer, starting the date when the visa application dropped off directly (by hand) at the Visa Window, Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia. However, it takes five working days or longer when the visa application obtained by mail/package, starting the date when we received the visa application Please be advised that Indonesian Visa must be used within 90 (ninety) days from the Date of Issuance. Non-US Citizen applicants who hold certain US Visa may not be processed at the Embassy/Consulate Generals (read the requirements).

General requirements for Visit Visa: Expiration date of the passport must be at least 6 months at the date of entry into Indonesia. For the Multiple Entries, expiration date of the passport must be at least 1 year at the date of entry. Passport contains at least one blank visa page. Amendment and endorsement pages cannot be used for visa purposes. Application form (in duplicate) must be completed and signed by the applicant. The application form could be downloaded from the website. Two recent color photographs (passport size) on picture-quality papers with clear background. For Visa application by mail, please read carefully: Visa application by mail should enclose a self-stamped and addressed envelope for Express Mail from US Postal Service (USPS) only. The embassy of Indonesia will not process a visa application by mail unless there is an enclosed a self-stamped return envelope. The Embassy of Indonesia is not responsible for any applications or passports that are lost in transit. Before you mail the application, please remember that the application must be send along with the applicant's passport. The Embassy would attach the visa in the passport. No passport, no visa. Also remember that amendment and endorsement pages cannot be used for visa purposes. Check your passport for a blank visa page. Please be advised that we will return your application and passport if we found there are no blank visa pages on the passport. This would delay your application processing. Please remember to address the envelope to: THIS ADDRESS (CLICK HERE) Inoculation is recommended but not mandatory, and is required only if applicant had previously traveled to areas/ countries infected by yellow fever. Applicants under 18 years of age should attach a notarized copy of birth certificate. Notarized letter of consent signed by non-traveling parents/ guardian must be attached if the applicant under 18 years of age travels without the parents. Based on you purpose of visit (Tourist, Business or Social Visit), please provide the additional requirements, as follows: Tourist Visa Applicant Please provide the following additional requirements: Roundtrip Itinerary (original/copy) or a letter from travel agents, airline, steamship company, confirming the purchase of tickets into Indonesia (Note the officer may ask the copy of the original airplane ticket). Letter of Employment, indicating the employment status of the applicant. For retiree, please submit proof of the retirement fund. For students please provide letter of intent from the school stating that the student still enrolled at the school. For Non-US citizen: Please provide Copy of US Permanent Residence/Visa/Valid I-20 from schools/ universities. Please be advised that applicant with a B1/B2 visa would not be processed. Such applicant suggested for obtaining Indonesian visa from country of origin/ country of residency. Copy of bank statement, indicate the current applicant's fund at least two weeks prior to the date of obtaining visa, or a letter from the bank stating that the applicant has a sufficient fund. Visa fee is US $45.00 and may be paid by cashier check, money order or company check payable to Embassy of Indonesia. The applicant who wishes to enter the restricted regions (Poso and Irian Jaya/West Papua) must obtain special authorization from Indonesian authority. Please mention to the Embassy/Consulates Generals about the intention to visit the restricted regions. This rule also applies to those who previously work at the regions and hold immigration permission, e.g. Freeport employees. The applicant could also contact the employer/company/sponsor in Indonesia to obtain such permission through the Clearing House at the Department of Foreign Affairs (DEPLU). Please contact the Directorate for Consular Affairs at the Department. Indonesian Embassy/Consulate Generals would not issue the visa without official notification of approval from the Indonesian authority to enter such regions. Business Visa Applicant Please provide the following additional requirements: A letter of intent (in duplicate) from employer or sponsor, which describes the purpose of the visit and guaranteeing all transportation and living expenses that will incur in Indonesia. For multiple entries visa includes a letter of invitation (in duplicate) from business partner or sponsor in Indonesia, which describes the purpose of visit. Roundtrip Itinerary (original/copy) or a letter from travel agents, airline, steamship company, confirming the purchase of tickets into Indonesia (note the officer may ask the copy of the original airplane ticket). The applicant who wishes to enter the restricted regions (Poso and Irian Jaya/West Papua) must obtain special authorization from Indonesian authority. Please mention to the Embassy/Consulate Generals about the intention to visit the restricted regions. This rule also applies to those who previously work at the regions and hold immigration permission, e.g. Freeport employees. The applicant could also contact the employer/company/sponsor in Indonesia to obtain such permission through the Clearing House at the Department of Foreign Affairs (DEPLU). Please contact the Directorate for Consular Affairs at the Department. The Indonesian Embassy/Consulate Generals would not issue the visa without official notification of approval from the Indonesian authority to enter such regions. If you are a non-US citizen, includes either: copy of US Permanent Residence/Visa/ Valid I-20 from schools/ universities. Please be advised that applicant with a B1/B2 visa would not be processed. Such applicant suggested for obtaining an Indonesian visa from country of origin/ country of residency. Social Visit Visa Applicant Please provide the following additional requirements: A letter of invitation (in duplicate) from family, social organization, University (school) or Cultural residence, which describes the purpose of the visit and guaranteeing all transportation and living expenses that will incur in Indonesia. A copy of the K.T.P (Indonesian ID Card) of the principal/person who signed the letter of Invitation if the person is an Indonesian Citizen. A copy of KIMS/KITAS (Indonesian Immigration's temporary stay permit) of the principal/person who is a non-Indonesian citizen that sponsoring your visit, or Identification card for foreigner. Please be advised that foreigner who does not have KIMS/KITAS nor Identification card for foreigner could not sponsor a family visit. Roundtrip Itinerary (original/copy) or a letter from travel agents, airline, steamship company, confirming the purchase of tickets into Indonesia (note the officer may ask the copy of the original airplane ticket). The applicant who wishes to enter the restricted regions (Poso and Irian Jaya/West Papua) must obtain special authorization from Indonesian authority. Please mention to the Embassy/Consulate Generals about the intention to visit the restricted regions. This rule also applies to those who previously work at the regions and hold immigration permission, e.g. religious worker, Freeport employees. For a member of a family who wishes to join their family in such region, the rule also applied. It is more convenient if your principal in Indonesia obtains the permission before you apply for the visa. The applicant could also contact the employer/company/ sponsor in Indonesia to obtain such permission through the Clearing House at the Department of Foreign Affairs (DEPLU). Please contact the Directorate for Consular Affairs at the Department. The Indonesian Embassy/Consulate Generals would not issue the visa without official notification of approval from the Indonesian authority to enter such regions. If you are a non-US citizen, includes either: copy of US Permanent Residence/ Visa/ Valid I-20 from schools/ universities. Please be advised that applicant with a B1/B2 visa would not be processed. Such applicant suggested to obtain Indonesian visa from country of origin/country of residency.

Maldives Visa Requiremnts

  Maldives Passport and Visa / Entry Requiremnts

Free 30 days Visa upon arrival for all visitors

No prior visa is required to enter the Maldives and based on immigration requirements, entry permits will be granted on arrival.
However an entry permit does not permit visitors to take up employment, set up any business or conduct any professional activities (paid or unpaid) except with the consent of the government and in compliance with pertinent laws and regulations of the Maldives.

- Visitors entering the Republic of Maldives should fulfill the following requirement for the grant of an entry permit into the country.
- Possession of a valid international travel document issued by the Government of a Sovereign State.
- Possession of a valid return air ticket to a destination where the passenger has permission to enter, together with necessary visas for the onward journey to the next destination.
- Possession of minimum of US$30.00 per person per day or confirmed hotel reservation for the intended period of stay in the Maldives. Following are exempted from this requirement.

• Diplomats

• UN Personnel

• Approved persons for employment

• Technical and other experts attached to the Government

Those who have confirm bookings in registered tourist resort/hotels etc.
Those sponsored by Maldivians

- No prior visa is required to enter the Republic of Maldives. Entry permit will be granted to visitors on arrival at designated ports of entry, based on the immigration requirements.
- An entry permit does not allow an visitor to take up employment, set up any business or exercise any profession whether paid or unpaid except with the consent and in conformity with the pertinent laws and regulations of the Maldives. However, a visitor or foreign delegation visiting the Maldives to conclude business agreements, contracts or to negotiate business transactions with their counterparts do not require work permits if the stay does not exceed the duration granted on arrival.
- An expatriate must obtain a work permit from the Ministry of Human Resources Employment and Labour prior to arrival in Maldives to engage in employment.
- Visitors who stay beyond the period for which they have been approved may be deported.
- The Government of Maldives refuses admission and transit to holder of Merchant Seaman books.
- Disembarkation and Embarkation card shall be filled by every passenger and submitted to the Immigration Officer on entry.

Kuwait Tourist Visa

How to apply for a Tourist Visa:

1. If you intend to stay in a hotel, then the hotel will send you your visa. You will receive a copy of your visa by fax and the original one will be added to your passport upon your arrival to Kuwait.
2. If you are invited by a Kuwaiti citizen there are two ways to obtain your visa:
   1. The person inviting you to Kuwait has to issue the visa and send it to you by fax.
   2. The person inviting you has to send an invitation letter to the consulate by fax, and after the consulate has receieved approval from the Ministry of Interior of Kuwait, the visa can be issued. (A process which takes 7-10 days.)

How to obtain a Business Visa:

1. The company inviting you should arrange for your visa, and upon arrival to Kuwait, it is given to you at the airport.
2. In the case that the company doesn't arrange the visa for you, you can obtain one directly upon arrival at the airport in Kuwait as long as you have your official invitation letter with you from your company in Kuwait.
   This is the case for citizens of the following countries: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and the Vatican. In addition, nationals from Australia, Brunei, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore and South Korea in Asia, as well as those from the United States of America and Canada.
3. If you are not a citizen of the above-mentioned countries and your inviting company does not arrange you your visa, you can obtain it from our consulate.

Documents necessary to obtain a visa:

• One visa application form filled in and signed [Download Form]
• One photo
• Passport valid for at least 3 more months.
• An envelope with stamp (adressed) to resend the passport.
• A certificate of your company mentioning the activities of your society as well as a letter or fax of your Kuwaiti contact, signed by a Kuwaiti citizen and addressed directly to our consulate, confirming your arrival to Kuwait.
• For foreigners (not Swiss nationals) a copy of their residential permit.

Please notice that the cost of the visa is depending on your nationality.
The visa is valid for one entry and for a maximum stay of one month. Once you have obtained your visa, you have a three month validity period to use it before it expires. For an eventual stay after these three months you have to obtain a new visa.

China Tourist Visa (L Visa)

Updated: 23/04/2009 Tourist Visa (L Visa) is issued to an alien who comes to China for sightseeing or visiting family members or friends or for other personal affairs. Ⅰ.Please submit the following materials for your application:  1.A valid passport as well as a copy of its information page: Your valid passport must have at least six (6) months of remaining validity and at least one blank visa page in it.  2.Application form: One completed Visa Application Form.   3.Photo: one recent photo of 2x2 square inch (black & white or color is acceptable) glued or stapled on the application form.  4.First time applicants whose former nationality was Chinese, shall write down his Chinese name in the application form and submit his original Chinese passport and the photocopy of the information page of the passport. Applicant who was formerly Chinese and has acquired a new US passport, if there is a Chinese visa in the old passport, shall submit his old US passport or the photocopy of the Chinese visa.  5.Chinese-American child born in US applying for Chinese visa,please read 在美国出生具有中国血统儿童赴华签证须知.   6.About Multiple Visa:  ▲US citizens may apply for a Single Entry (valid for 3-6 months), Double Entry (valid for 6 months), Multiple Entry (valid for 6 months or 12 months) "L" Visa as needed.  ▲A Chinese-American born in China (Taiwan, HongKong and Macau included)may apply for a Multiple Entry "L" Visa valid for 24 months.The photocopy of the personal information page of his/her passport is required to provide.   ▲Foreign spouse and children of a Chinese citizen may apply for a Multiple Entry "L" Visa valid for 24 months.The original and photocopy of relevant Marriage Certificate,Birth Certificate, Kinship Certificate and other necessary documents are required to provide.   7.Temporary foreign visitors with a valid US visa or foreign residents with legitimate status in the US, may apply for Chinese visa to the Visa Office of the Chinese Embassy. The visa officer may ask the applicant to provide the original and photocopy of their US Green Card,Work Permit,I-20 Form, valid US Visa or other additional documents and make a decision on whether to issue the visa case by case. Ⅱ.How to apply  1.You may submit the application to the Visa Office of the Embassy or Consulate -General which holds consular jurisdiction over the state where you reside;   2.If you cannot come in person, you may entrust someone else or a travel/visa agent to drop off your application at the visa office of the Embassy or Consulate -General which holds consular jurisdiction over the state where you reside; ▲No appointment is required. ▲Mailed applications are not acceptable and will be returned. Ⅲ.Processing Time1.The regular processing time is 4 working days. 2.Express service: 2-3 working days processing,additional fee of $20 will be charged per visa.3.Same day rush service:emergency only, additional fee of $30 will be charged per visa (applications shouldl be submitted before 12:30pm, and may be picked up between 2:30pm-3:00pm on the same day). Ⅳ.Visa fees1.Please pay by Visa, MasterCard, Money Order, Cashier's Check or Company Check. Cash or Personal checks are not acceptable.  2.Please make the company check, cashier's check or money order payable to Chinese Embassy. 3.Fee list: Number of Entry American Citizens of other countries* Single Entry $130 $30 Double Entry $130 $45 Multiple Entry for 6 Months $130 $60 Multiple Entry for 12 Months $130 $90 Multiple Entry for 24 Months $130 $90   *Visa fees for Romanian passport holders are: $75 for single or double entry, $150 for multiple entry. Ⅴ.Visa Validity and Duration of Stay Usually the validity of a Single Entry or Double Entry "L" visa is 90 days or 180 days from the date of issue. This means the holder of the visa shall enter China no later than 90 days or 180 days from the date of issue, otherwise the visa will be expired and is null and void. Normally the duration of stay of a "L" visa is 30 days, which means the holder of the visa may stay in China for up to 30 days from the date of entry. If your estimated stay in China is longer than 30 days, please make it clear in the application form and ask for the Visa Officer's approval when you submit your application.. Ⅵ.Additional Information  1.If the visa application form is not filled out completely, correctly and legibly, your visa application may be delayed or rejected.   2.Usually applicant submit his visa application one month earlier before his trip.  3.Visa Officers are empowered to make final decision on the validity,duration of stay and times of entry of a visa and may require the applicants provide relevant documents.  4.Any person suffering from a mental disorder, leprosy, AIDS, venereal diseases, contagious tuberculosis or other such infectious diseases shall not be permitted to enter China. All regulations are subject to change without notice.