AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUS Visa Policy: The U.S. has made its visa bond programme permanent, effective 3 August 2026, meaning consular officers may require refundable deposits of $10,000–$20,000 for B1 business and B2 tourism visas for travellers from 50 countries—with 30 African nations included. The bond is refunded if rules are followed and forfeited for overstays. Seychelles Link: Seychelles is among the African countries named, while the same week also highlights that Seychellois passport holders are among the only two African nations (with Mauritius) reported as enjoying visa-free short stays in Finland and Spain under Schengen rules. Regional Health Funding: 14 African countries, including Seychelles, pledged over US$45m to support WHO’s first-ever Investment Round, backing sustainable financing for global health. Tourism Spotlight: Seychelles’ former tourism minister Alain St. Ange is set to deliver a keynote on tourism’s impact at Clevenard Open Project 2026 in Spain.
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