A new visa regime has entered into force on the island of Sri Lanka | TURIZM

Russians planning a trip to Sri Lanka will be pleased with the free visas that the island’s government has introduced until March 31 next year. In addition to Russia, the changes will affect residents of six other countries. The island’s government explained that the measure is necessary to increase the demand for tourism in the […]

Thailand simplified the procedure for VAT refund at customs | TURIZM

According to the new rules, a tourist who wants to return part of the funds under the VAT Refund program will not need to unpack and show the goods to employees if their cost does not exceed $ 580. The equivalent in the national currency is 20,000 baht. The previous limit was set at $145.

A ticket system has been introduced in Istanbul at the Hagia Sophia Mosque | TURIZM

The Turkish authorities refer to the country’s Ministry of Culture, which decided to divide visitors into tourists and Muslim parishioners. The government said that restoration work is planned at the mosque, and different entrances will reduce queues. The Minister noted that religious residents of the country do not need to pay for admission.    

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