AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoVisa & Travel Rules: The US has added 50 countries to a visa bond programme for B1/B2 tourist and business visas, requiring deposits of $10,000–$20,000; India is not on the updated list, while Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal are included. Schengen Costs: Germany published which family members of German and EU citizens qualify for Schengen visa fee waivers (standard fee is EUR 90). Winter Sun Deals: Manchester Airport is pushing October sunshine with return flights from £46, including options like Cape Verde, Tenerife and Malta. Cabo Verde Football & Travel Timing: Cabo Verde hosts Rwanda in AFCON 2027 qualifying in Cidade da Praia after a tough start in Mali; the match is set for 15:00. Tourism Value Watch: Ghana’s tourism push is being questioned as stakeholders warn its $260 e-visa fee may be too high versus regional rivals, including Cape Verde. Skills for Jobs (Cabo Verde): A UN report highlights how Cabo Verde’s Employment Promotion and Training Fund tracks outcomes and boosts employment rates for trainees.
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