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Dammam Airport announces new baggage policy

King Fahd International Airport in Dammam has launched a new luggage policy for checked-in baggage. As per the new policy, passengers would not be able to take round-shaped, irregular-shaped, and loose strap bags.
Dammam Airport requested everyone to check the new baggage policy before heading towards the airport to avoid any inconvenience. In case of any confusion, you can call their phone for clarification at 920011233.

Allowed Baggage

The following type of baggage is allowed to be checked in at King Fahd International Airport of Dammam.

The maximum size of any checked-in baggage is a length of 76 cm, breadth of 51 cm, and width of 31 cm.
Baggage with at least one flat surface.
Properly packed boxes/cartons with a flat surface.
Regular shaped travel bags.

Baggage Not Allowed

King Fahd International Airport of Dammam has strictly restricted and banned the following types of baggage.

Baggage with a size more than a length of 76 cm, breadth of 51 cm, and width of 31 cm.
Round and irregular-shaped baggage.
Irregular-shaped baggage tied with a rope.
Baggage with long or loose straps.
ZamZam or any liquid inside the checked-in baggage.

Thailand Fully Open to Foreign Travellers; No Thailand Pass, Insurance Required From July 01
Thailand Tourism Fee

Finally, it is time to wave goodbye to the Thailand Pass and Medical Insurance, which were formerly necessary for international visitors to enter Thailand as starting Today, July 01 the Southeast Asian country has ended most of its Covid-related travel requirements.

Thailand no longer requires registration on the Thailand Pass and has lifted the US$10,000 health insurance requirement, therefore the country is welcoming all travellers with proof of either a certificate of vaccination or a pre-arrival negative RT-PCR or professional ATK test result.

It is worth mentioning that, as of June 1, the Thai government has already eliminated the Thailand Pass and Medical Insurance requirements for Thai nationals.

Thailand Entry Requirements From July 01

Vaccinated travellers must have the following documents for entering Thailand:

A valid passport, or a border pass for arrivals via border checkpoints.
A Certificate of COVID-19 Vaccination
Everyone 18 years of age and older must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 with an approved vaccine at least 14 days before travelling to Thailand.
Travellers 5-17 years of age travelling to Thailand unaccompanied must get vaccinated with at least 1 dose of an approved vaccine at least 14 days before travelling to Thailand. Those travelling with parents are exempt from this requirement.
Unvaccinated/not fully vaccinated travellers must have the following documents for entering Thailand:

A valid passport, or a border pass for arrivals via border checkpoints.
Thailand Ended All Covid-19 Restrictions

Aside from the relaxation of entry requirements, the country has also ended all Covid-19 restrictions and completely open all public/tourist attractions by abolishing colour-coded zoning, redesignating Bangkok and the remaining 76 provinces as green zones.

Although outdoor mask use is voluntary, people are advised to wear one in congested areas such as public transit, markets, and music venues, or for people with specific health problems.

Furthermore, in accordance with existing rules and regulations, as well as communicable disease control criteria, restaurants and eateries are now permitted to provide alcoholic beverages to dine-in customers.

Pubs, bars, and karaoke lounges that have received the Thai Stop COVID 2 Plus certification from the Ministry of Public Health are also authorised to operate in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Group gatherings in congested locations are also allowed, although those with more than 2,000 people must get prior approval from the competent authorities in Bangkok or the other 76 provinces.

UK Student Visa: Types, Fess, Documents Required, How To Apply And All You Need To Know
UK Student Visa
Are you going to study in the United Kingdom? If so, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to apply for a student visa and everything else you need to know about studying in the UK.

To study in the United Kingdom, international students must get a student visa. The types of student visas available will differ depending on the study programme and duration. The types of visas are also determined by the age of the applicant.

According to the VFS Global, Student visas with priority and super-priority are presently unavailable, and visa applications can take up to five weeks to process. So, being an early bird and applying in July is your best shot; which means that now’s the perfect time to get started. So, gather your supporting documents before you begin.

UK Student Visa

Type of UK Student Visa

If you are above the age of 18 and want to study a short course in the United Kingdom, you may be able to obtain a short-term study visa. For most short courses, this will be good for up to six months. For English language classes, this can be extended for up to 11 months.

The following table provides a thorough look at the several types of international student visas in the UK and whether one would be best for you:

UK Student Visa Population Schedule
Tier 4 (General) Student Visa Students aged 16 or over, are offered a conditional offer letter for pursuing a course at a UK educational institution Three months before the start of the respective course
Tier 4 (Child) Student Visa Students aged between 4 and 17, are offered a course at a UK-recognized educational institution with a valid Tier 4 sponsor, such as an independent fee-paying school Three months before the start of the respective course
Short-term Study Visa Students offered a short-term course in the UK, such as an English language course or vocational course Three months before your date of arrival in the UK
Tier 4 (General) Student Visa Students offered a course at a UK-recognized educational institution with a valid Tier 4 sponsor or scholarship Three months before the start of your course
Types of United Kingdom’s Student Visas
Documents you’ll need to apply for UK Student Visa

When you apply for your Student visa you must provide:

a current passport or other valid travel documentation
a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from your course provider
You may also need to provide:

proof you have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course – this will vary depending on your circumstances
a valid ATAS certificate if your course and nationality require it
proof of parental or other legal guardian consent if you’re under 18
proof of your relationship to your parent or guardian if you’re under 18
your tuberculosis test results
written consent for your application from your financial sponsor if you’ve received sponsorship for your course fees and living costs in the last 12 months
You need a blank page in your passport for your visa if you need to give your biometric information (fingerprints and a photograph) at a visa application centre. You’ll be told if you need to do this when you apply.

If you’re under 18

If you’re under 18 you’ll need written consent from both parents or legal guardians (or one parent if they have sole responsibility).

This must include their consent for:

your visa application
your living and care arrangements in the UK
your travel to the UK
You’ll also need to provide a copy of your birth certificate (or another government-issued document) that shows the names of your parents.

UK Student Visa Fees

The current Tier 4 (General) student visa fee is 348 GBP (440 USD), plus an extra 348 GBP charge for any dependents. Fees for a United Kingdom student visa from India are shown in the table below:

Visa Type Visa Fee
General student visa (Tier 4) Costs 348 GBP as the application fee for the visa from when applied outside the UK + 348 GBP per person for any dependants
Tier 4 (Child) student visa Costs 348 GBP as an application fee for a Tier 4 (Child) student visa when applied outside the UK + healthcare surcharge
Short-term study visa 97 GBP for a 6-month visa or 186 GBP for an 11-month visa
United Kingdom Student Visa Fees
How to apply for UK Student Visa

A student visa must be applied for online. You will be required to prove your identity as part of your application. This is determined by where you are from and the type of passport you hold.

You’ll either:

give your fingerprints and a photograph (biometric information) at a visa application centre
use the ‘UK Immigration: ID Check’ app to scan your identity document – you’ll also create or sign in to your UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account.
A step-by-step guide to applying for United Kingdom Student Visa

Step 1: Apply as early as possible on a Student visa: Apply – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Step 2: Book an appointment at VFS’s Visa Application Centre (VAC).
Step 3: Submit your biometrics and supporting documents required for UK Student Visa.
Step 4: Wait for the decision and collect your passport.
Step 5: If your application is successful, you’ll get either: a biometric residence permit or a digital immigration status which you can view and prove online.
Please Note:

Once you’ve started your application, you can save your form and complete it later.
In any case, if you need to change something in your application after you’ve sent it to contact UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
You can ask to withdraw your application by contacting UKVI. Your fee will only be refunded if UKVI has not started processing your application.
You’ll usually get a decision within 3 weeks. You may be able to pay to get a faster decision– you’ll be told if you can when you apply.
UK Student Visa Interview

A UK student visa interview is a personal interview that is required as part of the student visa application procedure. All candidates for a Tier 4 student visa, both from abroad and from within the UK, are likely to be examined by UK officials. Typically, a student visa interview follows the completion of their online application and document submission.

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Passport Ranking: Indian Passport Ranked 87th, With Visa-Free Access to 60 Countries
Indian Passport
According to the most recent Henley Passport Index reports, the Indian passport has dropped four places to 87th on the list of the world’s most powerful passports, with Visa-Free access to 60 countries.

It is worth mentioning that the Indian passport ranks 83rd in the first quarter of 2022, although the visa-free destinations remain the same. This means Indian passport holders can now travel to 60 countries across the world without the need for a prior visa.

Visa-Free Destinations For Indian Passport Holders

The full list of Visa-free access destinations for Indian passport holders is shared below; the list includes 33 destinations that offer Visa On Arrival (VOA) services to Indian passport holders.

Indian Passport Visa-Free Access Destinations
S. No. Country
1 Albania
2 Armenia (VOA)
3 Barbados
4 Bhutan
5 Bolivia (VOA)
6 Botswana (VOA)
7 Cambodia (VOA)
8 Cape Verde Islands (VOA)
9 Comores Islands (VOA)
10 Cook Islands
11 Dominica
12 El Salvador
13 Ethiopia (VOA)
14 Fiji
15 Gabon (VOA)
16 Grenada
17 Guinea-Bissau (VOA)
18 Haiti
19 Indonesia
20 Iran (VOA)
21 Jamaica
22 Jordan (VOA)
23 Laos (VOA)
24 Macao (SAR China)
25 Madagascar (VOA)
26 Maldives (VOA)
27 Marshall Islands (VOA)
28 Mauritania (VOA)
29 Mauritius
30 Micronesia
31 Montserrat
32 Mozambique (VOA)
33 Myanmar (VOA)
34 Nepal
35 Niue
36 Oman
37 Palau Islands (VOA)
38 Qatar
39 Rwanda (VOA)
40 Samoa (WS) (VOA)
41 Senegal
42 Serbia
43 Seychelles (VOA)
44 Sierra Leone (VOA)
45 Somalia (VOA)
46 Sri Lanka (VOA)
47 St. Kitts and Nevis
48 St. Lucia (VOA)
49 St. Vincent and the Grenadines
50 Tanzania (VOA)
51 Thailand (VOA)
52 Timor-Leste (VOA)
53 Togo (VOA)
54 Trinidad and Tobago
55 Tunisia
56 Tuvalu (VOA)
57 Uganda (VOA)
58 Vanuatu
59 British Virgin Islands
60 Zimbabwe (VOA)
World’s Top 10 Strongest Passports

Japan’s passport has been named the most powerful passport with visa-free access to 193 destinations while Singapore and South Korea ranked second and Germany, and Spain claims the third position.

According to the Henley Passport Index, the following are the top ten strongest passports in the world.

Country Rank Visa-Free Access
Japan 1 193
Singapore 2 192
South Korea 2 192
Germany 3 190
Spain 3 190
Finland 4 189
Italy 4 189
Luxembourg 4 189
Austria 5 188
Denmark 5 188
It is worth noting that the Netherlands and Sweden have also shared the fifth position with Denmark, since its citizens also have access to 188 visa-free destinations.

World’s 10 Least Powerful Passports

Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Pakistan, and Yemen will have the highest valued (least powerful) passports in 2022, with the least access to Visa-free destinations. Afghani passports offer visa-free travel to just 27 countries, the fewest in the world, followed by Iraqi passports, which allow visa-free travel to 29 countries.

Country Rank Visa-Free Access
Libya 104 41
North Korea 105 40
Nepal 106 38
Palestinian Territory 106 38
Somalia 107 35
Yemen 108 34
Pakistan 109 32
Syria 110 30
Iraq 111 29
Afghanistan 112

Vietjet Offering Flight Tickets Between India And Vietnam Starting Rs 9: Details Here
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Vietjet, the Vietnamese international low-cost carrier has again come up with an exciting travel deal and offers international flights ticket for travel between India and Vietnam starting at just Rs 9!

The deal was announced in recognition of the recent 17 direct flights from India to Vietnam.

According to the airline’s announcement, it is offering ₹16,688 promotional tickets with super low-fare tickets starting at ₹9 on all flights connecting New Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, and Bangalore to Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and Phu Quoc.

Offer Details

Booking time: 00h00 July 19th – 23h59 July 21st, 2022
Promotional fares: Same price from just 0 USD (excluding airport tax and surcharges), Eco class.
Routes: All the routes between Vietnam – India
Travel Period: August 15th, 2022 – March 26st, 2023 (excluding public holidays and peak season… depending on each market)
Vietjet 0USD Offer
Vietjet Flights From India

Vietjet currently operates four direct flights linking New Delhi and Mumbai with Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City on 3 and 4 flights per week each. The services from New Delhi/Mumbai to Phu Quoc will begin on September 8 and 9, with 3-4 flights each week.

Recently, Vietjet has also announced 11 new India-Vietnam flights, making it the largest carrier operating between the two countries in terms of capacity, with 17 services in total.

The nine new routes connecting Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, and Bangalore with Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang will begin service in September with four weekly flights each.

The two additional new routes, including Mumbai/New Delhi to Da Nang, will also be operating in time for the year-end holidays.

Worker’s data will be permanently deleted if he fails to return after leaving Saudi Arabia on re-entry visa

Worker’s data will be permanently deleted if he fails to return after leaving Saudi Arabia on re-entry visa A worker’s data will be permanently deleted from the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD)’s data bank if the employee leaves the country on an exit and re-entry visa but does not return before the expiration of the visa, the ministry confirmed.