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A Brief History of the Visa

A Brief History of the Visa

Travelling and exploring the world is a popular pastime, but a visa will be required to visit most countries. These can either be granted on arrival or need to be applied for in advance. The visa process enables governments to control who comes into their countries and is used to ensure safe and legal travel….

The 5 Most Difficult Visas to Apply for in the World

The 5 Most Difficult Visas to Apply for in the World

They say the world is your oyster, but that is not strictly true. Many countries have visa regulations, and to visit, you must apply and be granted a tourist visa in advance. With over 195 countries ripe for exploration, the temptation to get as many stamps on the passport as possible is a real challenge…

Culture and Great Outdoors in Hong Kong

Culture and Great Outdoors in Hong Kong

Culture Revitalised Historic Buildings — In recent years, Hong Kong conducted several major revitalisation projects to promote heritage conservation, giving historic buildings around the city a new lease of life through transforming them into arts, cultural and shopping hotspots. Central Market, PMQ, Tai Kwun (Former Central Police Station Compound) and The Mills are some great examples,…

Themed Attractions in Hong Kong

Themed Attractions in Hong Kong

Hong Kong contains a diverse wealth of attractions for visitors of all tastes. Its busy urban streets are home to both historical treasures and modern themed attractions, while just outside the city, sandy beaches and green hills offer a relaxing escape. Hong Kong Disneyland — A world of fantasy that kids and families cannot miss! An…

Hong Kong – Getting Around the City

Hong Kong – Getting Around the City

The transport system in Hong Kong is well established and has a large variety of choices. It is also internationally famous for being safe, affordable, reliable and efficient. Mass Transit Railways (MTR) The MTR system extends from the heart of Central and Causeway Bay to the New Territories and Lantau Island, covering all major districts…

Travelling to Hong Kong

Travelling to Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s world-class infrastructure links it to the rest of the world, offering travellers a host of attractive arrival and departure options. By Air The award-winning Hong Kong International Airport on Lantau Island commenced operations in July 1998. The 24-hour airport is connected to about 220 destinations all over the world through about 1,100 daily…

Can 2 foreigners get married in Thailand? (With steps illustrated)

Can 2 foreigners get married in Thailand? (With steps illustrated)

There have been popular for foreigners to marry a local Thai, but what if both of them are foreigners, are they allowed to get married in Thailand? The answer is YES. And the following with explain how is the procedures and what documents you will need to get a marital status in Thailand. How 2…

What will happen if you overstay in Thailand? (with Solution)

What will happen if you overstay in Thailand? (with Solution)

While some foreigner passport holders do not need a visa to enter Thailand, they are eligible to stay with their tourist visas for only 30 days. Some may be able stay for 60 –  90 days, but only if they are holding other types of visas. For those who want to stay in Thailand for…

Visa – Residence as Dependant in Hong Kong

Visa – Residence as Dependant in Hong Kong

For a sponsor who has been admitted into the HKSAR to take up employment (as a professional, for investment to establish/join in business, or for training) or studies (in full-time undergraduate or post-graduate local programmes in local degree-awarding institutions), or who is permitted to remain in the HKSAR as an entrant under the Capital Investment…