Avoid Travel Disruptions:
Key Visa Updates & Faster Online Alternatives
š³š¬ Nigeria eVisa Update – New System in Place
TheĀ Visa on Arrival (VoA)Ā option for Nigeria has officially been discontinued. AĀ new online eVisa platformĀ is now active and relatively stable, though experiencing occasional system errors due to high volumes.
Hereās a breakdown of the currentĀ eVisa timelines:
- Single Entry eVisa:~7ā10 business days
- Multiple Entry eVisa:~10ā15 business days
- Expedited processingoptions available upon request
šĀ Other visa categoriesĀ are also available. Enquire directly with us for more personalized support.
Plan ahead. Avoid delays. Travel with confidence.
šØš¦ Canada & š®šŖ Ireland Visa Delays
South African travellers are currently experiencing significant delays in visa processing for both Canada and Ireland. Some application categories are taking anywhere fromĀ 6 to 12 monthsĀ to be finalised.
Whatās Causing the Delays:
The delays are due to a combination of high application volumes from South Africa, enhanced security screening for non-EU and non-visa-exempt applicants, and postal transit delays between Pretoria, VFS centres, and Dublin or Ottawa.
What You Should Do:
If youāre planning to travel, work, or study in either country within the next year, we strongly advise that youĀ start your visa application as early as possible. Ensure all required documents are submitted correctly and prepare for longer wait times.
Our team is here to assist you with the process from start to finish.
Plan ahead. Avoid delays. Travel with confidence.
šŖšŗ Schengen Visa Delays – Apply Early!
Due to increased demand during the current peak travel season,Ā Schengen visa appointments are heavily backlogged, andĀ processing times have extendedĀ across most consulates.
Hereās what you need to know:
- Appointments are limitedand being booked out weeks in advance – Lodgment CentreĀ Backlog and struggling to keep up with high volume pressure.Ā
- Processing timesnow range fromĀ 15 to 30+ business daysĀ depending on the destination.
- AdditionalĀ administrative checksandĀ increased documentation requirementsĀ are causing further delays.
ā Ā Visa Tip:Ā Start your application processĀ 8ā10 weeks before departure and speak to your Consultant about walk-in optionsĀ to avoid travel disruptions.
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No queues. No paperwork. No consulate visits.
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Whether youāre planning a quick getaway or a business trip, we help you secureĀ authorised e-VisasĀ for countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.
Why Choose an e-Visa?
āļø Fully online application
āļø Fast turnaround times
āļø Secure, expert assistance
āļø No embassy appointments
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