Government Sources & References
The visa fees, processing times, and eligibility rules published across eVisa Team are sourced from official government authorities. This is the complete list of primary sources we consult when preparing visa guidance for each destination.
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We do not represent, act on behalf of, or receive endorsement from any of the authorities listed below. These are the official government portals where you can independently verify visa requirements, apply directly, or contact the responsible authority. Our role is to help you prepare a strong application — these are the authorities that decide whether it's approved.
Schengen Area
View our Schengen Area visa guide →Primary authority: European Commission and individual Schengen member states
- European Commission — Migration and Home Affairs
Official EU policy on Schengen visas, EES, and ETIAS
https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/
- EU Travel Portal
Official EU information for travelers, including ETIAS status
https://travel-europe.europa.eu/
- European Council — Entry/Exit System
Official EES documentation (fully operational since April 2026)
https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/policies/entryexit-system/
- IATA Travel Centre
Airline industry authority on cross-border travel requirements
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/
United States
View our United States visa guide →Primary authority: US Department of State
- US Department of State — Travel
Official US visa information, fees, and application procedures
https://travel.state.gov/
- IATA Travel Centre
Airline industry authority on cross-border travel requirements
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/
Primary authority: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
- IRCC — Visitor Visa (TRV)
Official IRCC page for Temporary Resident Visa applications
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada.html
- Canada Visa Application Centres
Official IRCC VAC locator for biometrics and applications
https://ircc.canada.ca/english/information/where-to-apply.asp
- IATA Travel Centre
Airline industry authority on cross-border travel requirements
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/
Australia
View our Australia visa guide →Primary authority: Australian Department of Home Affairs
- Home Affairs — Business Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)
Official Business Visitor Visa page
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/visitor-600
- Home Affairs — ETA (Subclass 601)
Official Australian ETA information
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/electronic-travel-authority-601
- IATA Travel Centre
Airline industry authority on cross-border travel requirements
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/
Primary authority: Ministério das Relações Exteriores (Brazilian Foreign Ministry)
- Portal Consular
Brazilian Foreign Ministry visa information
https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consulado-virtual
- IATA Travel Centre
Airline industry authority on cross-border travel requirements
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/
Primary authority: Bureau of Immigration, Ministry of Home Affairs (India)
- IATA Travel Centre
Airline industry authority on cross-border travel requirements
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/
Primary authority: Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores (SRE)
- Mexican FMM (Tourist/Business Card)
Instituto Nacional de Migración — FMM information
https://www.gob.mx/inm
- IATA Travel Centre
Airline industry authority on cross-border travel requirements
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/
United Arab Emirates
View our United Arab Emirates visa guide →Primary authority: Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP)
- GDRFA Dubai
General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (Dubai)
https://www.gdrfad.gov.ae/
- IATA Travel Centre
Airline industry authority on cross-border travel requirements
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/
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