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The service is available to clients across the country as all applications are done electronically. Midlands Visa is a personalised Visa and Passport service which serves South Africans country wide
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What qualifies for a skilled visa Australia?
The most important visa requirements at a glance:
*Aged under 45.
*Valid passport.
*Sufficient English language skills.
*Nomination by an Australian employer.
*Full-time contract for at least two years.
*Occupation is listed on the relevant list.
*At least three years of relevant work experience.
*Health check.
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North Korea will open to tourism from December this year.
Chinese tour operators, KTG Tours and Koryo Tours, who specialise in tours to North Korea, confirmed that the country would open the city of Samjiyon to tourists in December 2024.
“So far, just Samjiyon has been officially confirmed, but we think that Pyongyang and other places will open too,” KTG Tours said on a social media post.
Koryo Tours shared this optimism, saying it hoped the rest of the country would be open to tourism by December as well.
The opening of the borders comes after four years, when the country was closed to tourists in January 2020 to limit the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to bbc.com, North Korea has only allowed Russian visitors to enter the country since the closure, as the two nations forge closer ties.
According to Koryo Tours, North Korea has been working for years on the tourism development of Samjiyon, which is the most significant and sacred place in the whole Korean Peninsula, and is said to be the birthplace of Kim Jong II, the father of the present ruler Kim Jong Un
South Africans need visas for most major destinations. Find some information on getting a visa on our Midlands Visa website
https://www.midlandsvisa.co.za/2022/09/23/visas-for-south-africans/
Whilst we are fortunate to travel to around 100 countries without a visa, the majority of major destinations require us to have a visa. However, travelers forget about the most important thing when planning a trip overseas – the visa! When should we apply and how?
In an ever-changing world it is necessary to know the ins and outs of what is happening in travel today. The UK visa process which used to take 15 working days to process, now takes up to 40 working days to be processed. Schengen visas are quite on time within 15 working days, some even quicker, however, getting an appointment is a problem! Some countries have no availability till next year March. The same is true for the US. At present the explosion in the travel industry has created chaos at visa centres and embassies that are, either understaffed or don't have the capacity to deal with the influx of applications. SO the best thing to do is to plan your travel way in advance! Don't book and pay for anything until you have a visa appointment and know how long it will be to get the visa! Bon voyage!!
Student and remaining visitor visas open on July 2022
Applications for visitor and student visas open on 31 July 2022.
The maritime border reopens on 31 July 2022.
Call us today to apply for your visa!
UKVI is under great strain at the moment and instead of processing visas in 3 weeks, the time is now closer to 7 weeks. This has placed a strain on holiday makers and other visa applicants as their holiday plans have to postponed or cancelled. This comes at a time when travelers have had to contend with two years of little or no travel!
Portugal became the latest European nation to rescind all entry requirements for international arrivals related to COVID-19.
Visiting mainland Portugal, Madeira and Porto Santo is now the same as during pre-pandemic times, for all tourists.
So far, the southern European country has administered 24,6 million vaccine doses, with 86,2% of eligible people in the region now fully vaccinated.
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The Australian Government has announced that travellers will no longer have to complete the Digital Passenger Declaration giving their COVID-19 vaccination status. This follows changes to the Biosecurity Act which comes into force from midnight on Wednesday, July 6.
The changes mean that all visa holders can travel to Australia without needing a travel exemption and that vaccination status is no longer a criterion determining entry to the country.
When travelling around Australia, visitors should be aware that there are also state-specific regulations concerning mask-wearing and vaccination requirements for specific industries/situations.
Most state-level governments continue to require facemasks on public transport and in high-risk settings, such as medical facilities.
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As countries open their borders and welcome back travellers, there are still some that have restrictions in place. On our website we discuss the five Schengen countries that are not yet fully open.
https://www.midlandsvisa.co.za/2022/07/04/schengen-countries-covid-restrictions/
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Whilst most of the World has opened up for Tourism, there are still Schengen countries that have some Covid restrictions in place. We take a look at the five countries that still have some restrictions in place.
London tours and excursions. Check out Viator's reviews and photos of London tours
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With global travel having been paused for two years, the focus now has shifted to be more responsible when travelling. The emphasis is on Sustainable Travel! What does it mean? We will publish an article on our website tomorrow - check this space!
(A sneak peek - get off the beaten path!)
Why are visa applications denied?
There are many reasons why Visa applications fail. Most applications fail due to bank statements that do not reflect a regular income, which means that most countries may feel that you will be coming to their shores to look for work and then stay in their country illegally. It is therefore important to show that you do get money into the account on a regular basis and that there are sufficient funds to travel. The embassies consider whether you have pre-booked accommodation, flights and excursions. On average one should have at least R1000.00 per day if you have pre-booked all these. Also bank statements should be dated within a couple of days from the day that application is submitted.
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Now, more than ever, it is time to use a travel agent! Why, you ask? With so many restrictions still in place in various countries and different airlines, checking all of these become a nightmare. However, your travel professional has all these restrictions in hand when using travel systems and can help you navigate the daunting task of having to fill out entry forms. obtain documents to be shown on entry into a foreign country, etc. Travellers are shown the door if they do not comply - so don't get caught - be penny wise!
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One week only! We are offering a discount of R150.00 per visa application. Coupon code has to be mentioned in the inquiry. Code can be used for any amount of applications.
Discount on Service Fee
Travel Thought for the day: "I have found out that there ain't no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them than to travel with them".
Mark Twain
We visit Italy - the first time in ages that we can travel. With most restrictions lifted, it is time to get traveling again. Celebrate by getting a visa!
https://www.midlandsvisa.co.za/2022/03/07/welcome-to-italy/
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Plunging Rouble, war in Ukraine.... have you booked your tickets for Rugby World cup 2023? Time to think about the future and forget about the rest!
What is flying fish and Coucou? The cou cou is a combination of of cornmeal and okra. The two ingredients muddle together to form a sort of savory porridge. Coucou in Barbados is a warming and comforting dish that goes perfectly with some of the spicier Bajan dishes - like flying fish! So if you love seafood - visit Barbados and experience this exotic dish!!
This week the UK lifted Covid restrictions stating that they have reached the peak of the Omicron infections. Meanwhile back in the good old RS of A, we peaked a while ago and yet we are still stuck with restrictions. It may be time for to look at the use of masks to be lifted and allow us to move on with our lives and start to earn a living again? It would also be nice to attend a rugby, soccer or cricket match!
Looking for a destination that will blow your mind? Summer of 2022 in the Northern Hemisphere!
https://www.midlandsvisa.co.za/2022/01/19/consider-croatia/
It is time to plan the summer holidays! Charming coasts. Bright blue waters. Medieval magnificence. Heaps of sun. Croatia has enticed explorers for centuries and isn’t stopping anytime soon.
The ridiculousness of the Omicron variant killing the travel industry continues.
Emirates has announced that the suspension of passenger services on its flights from Johannesburg to Dubai will continue for at least another two weeks, until January 31.
A new recommencement date will be announced as soon as the airline has the necessary government approvals.
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So the World shuns South Africa for letting them know about a new variant! The mind boggles as little is known about it and most of the countries that have closed their borders to South Africans already have the variant!! What would have happened if America were the first country to tell the rest of the world, or Australia! These are also countries that are very willing to take our hard earned cash when we visit even though the rate of exchange is exorbitant and we have to pay a fortune for their visas! Catch a wake-up people and open those borders!
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When travelling Internationally, remember to get travel insurance! This is needed for lost luggage but more importantly if you should have a health scare, you are covered! This could save you thousands in medical bills! Contact us today to find out how!
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Feeling the need to travel? South Africans are not home bound any longer! We can safely travel to a number of destinations which include the Schengen States, UK, Canada and the US. Please contact us to find out what restrictions are still in place!
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The world is opening its borders to South Africans! Soon we will be able to fly to Sydney! Important to remember that you apply for your visa well in advance as some visa centres are only functional on certain days and limited operating hours. Contact us to find out how we can assist with appointments.
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World travel is essentially open to most countries. It is important to remember that when you go for your biometric appointment or interview you need to take all relevant documents. We are here to assist in your application and will guide you through the process and document list. Contact us today!
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By making sure that you apply well before you travel, we can ensure that your visa is ready before you leave!
I was applying for the Australia Visa. And the interviewer asked Interviewer: Sir, do you have a criminal record? My dumbass: No, is that still required?
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Midlands Visa is a personalised Visa service that started in the KZN Midlands area. We are now based in Pretoria and, thanks to the digital age, we are able to service our clients around the country. We also assist with UK Passport applications and renewals, as well as immigration and work permits in a variety of countries.
