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IATA Adds Visa Support to Timatic Solutions

The aviation organization partners with OneVasco to simplify complex visa application processes for global travelers.

Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Business Travel

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IATA has partnered with OneVasco to integrate comprehensive visa application services directly into its existing Timatic Solutions platform. This move aims to streamline how passengers navigate entry requirements and secure necessary travel documentation.

Why it matters

Visa complexity remains a significant barrier for many international travelers, with recent data highlighting a growing trend of passengers being deterred from trips due to administrative burdens. By embedding expert support, the partnership intends to reduce these frictions and improve the overall travel experience.

The 2025 IATA Global Passenger Survey shows 33% of passengers feel deterred by visa requirements, a three percentage point increase compared to 2024. Among these deterred travelers, 53% point to process complexity as the primary reason for avoiding travel.

The players

IATA

The International Air Transport Association is a trade association for the world's airlines based in Geneva that sets standards for the aviation industry.

OneVasco

OneVasco is a specialized service provider that offers travel document support and visa processing assistance to international travelers.

The details

The integration connects IATA's existing entry requirements data with OneVasco's concierge services, offering users eligibility checks, document verification, application assistance, and status tracking. Airlines will be able to offer these services as a supplement to their current Timatic Web and Timatic Widget platforms.

Timeline

  1. The IATA Global Passenger Survey was conducted in 2025.

  2. The survey used 2024 as the baseline year for its comparison.

  3. The announcement of this partnership occurred on October 27, 2026.

Travel Outlook

This move reflects a broader industry response to findings in the 2025 IATA Global Passenger Survey, which identified increasing friction in international travel. It signals a shift where airlines are taking a more active role in managing pre-travel administrative burdens to combat rising passenger deterrence.

International travelers using platforms powered by Timatic may soon see integrated visa application support, which can help eliminate guesswork regarding documentation. This should make the pre-trip planning phase more efficient by allowing users to handle eligibility checks and tracking in one place.

The takeaway

Travelers struggling with international entry requirements can look for new, integrated support options appearing on airline websites. Simplifying the document process early in your trip planning can significantly reduce the risk of delays or denied boarding.

Further reading

Learn more about corporate travel trends in our Business Travel section.

Source note: This article includes information reported by TravelDailyNews International.

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