November 25, Covid-19 Update from Asia

Relatively Little Dramatic Change In some ways, the lack of dramatic changes is welcome.  It also means that there have not been any major border openings or expansion of visa processing. There was some activity this week, mostly in the category of additional preventative measures.  Starting 1 December, travelers to Taiwan of all nationalities including […]

October 30, Covid-19 Update from Asia

More Extensions of Existing Measures. Several countries continued or extended already-existing measures as a defense from cases either within our outside their borders. In some locations, further restrictions were strengthened such as in Metro-Manila and other regions of the Philippines, Myanmar and Malaysia.  Traditional face-to-face destination services continue to be the norm, however in-person service […]

October 23, Covid-19 Update from Asia

Visas and New Procedures. In the biggest news for the week, India is opening its borders to foreign nationals with the exception of tourists. Effective immediately, India is now processing non-tourist visas for all nationalities which permits business travelers and new employees to enter.  Flights remain restricted, however and those wishing to enter India must […]