AGP Executive Report

Visa-Free Travel: Bruneian passport holders can visit Macao visa-free for up to 14 days. Taiwan has extended its visa-free trial for Bruneians through July 31, 2027, while Brunei is also among the 42 countries in the US Visa Waiver Programme for business and tourism visits. Tourism Ties: India and Brunei discussed tourism cooperation, trade fairs and reciprocal business visits at their latest Joint Trade Committee meeting; Brunei will host the next meeting. Flight Update: Royal Brunei Airlines cancelled its Oct. 13 Jeddah flights after reviewing security risks in Saudi Arabia. Passengers were advised to check flight status and follow airline updates.

Visa-Free Travel: Bruneian passport holders can visit Macao for up to 14 days without a visa. Taiwan has also extended visa-free entry for Bruneians through July 31, 2027. Tourism Cooperation: India and Brunei discussed tourism, trade fairs and reciprocal business visits at their latest Joint Trade Committee meeting, with the next meeting set for Brunei. Flight Update: Royal Brunei Airlines cancelled its October 13 flights to and from Jeddah after a security assessment and says it is monitoring conditions; travellers should check for updates before departure. Umrah Travel: Brunei is among the countries whose citizens can apply for a Saudi e-visa, though RB’s Jeddah services remain under review.

US Travel: Brunei citizens are among 42 nationalities eligible to visit the United States for business or tourism without a visa under its Visa Waiver Programme. Labuan Investment: Invest Labuan’s new CEO says tourism and the blue economy are among the subsidiary’s early investment priorities. India-Brunei Tourism: The countries discussed tourism, trade fairs and business delegations at their latest trade committee meeting, with the next meeting set for Brunei. Passport Access: Brunei ranked second in a comparison of passports from 21 OPEC+ countries, based on access to destinations without a visa, with an electronic authorisation or on arrival. Taiwan Entry: Taiwan extended visa-free entry for Bruneians until July 31, 2027. Saudi Flights: Royal Brunei Airlines cancelled its Oct. 13 Jeddah flights after a security review; other Saudi services remain under review, affecting pilgrims and other travellers.

US Travel: Brunei citizens are among 42 nationalities eligible to visit the United States for business or tourism without a visa in advance; permanent residency alone does not qualify. India Ties: Brunei and India agreed to expand trade and discussed tourism cooperation, including trade fairs and reciprocal business delegations. Taiwan Access: Taiwan extended visa-free entry for Bruneian travellers until July 31, 2027. Saudi Flights: Royal Brunei Airlines cancelled its October 13 Jeddah flights after assessing security risks; other Saudi routes remain under review. Singapore Partnership: A new supply-chain pact between Singapore and Brunei also identifies tourism as an area for future cooperation.

Tourism Links: India and Brunei agreed to explore tourism cooperation, trade fairs and reciprocal business visits at their latest trade committee meeting. The next meeting will be held in Brunei. Regional Investment: Labuan’s new investment chief will prioritize projects including tourism and the blue economy, potentially creating opportunities across the region. Flight Updates: Royal Brunei Airlines cancelled its Oct. 13 Jeddah flights after a security review; other Saudi services remain under review. Passengers should check with the airline before travelling. Visa-Free Travel: Taiwan extended visa-free entry for Bruneian citizens through July 31, 2027.

India–Brunei Tourism Links: At their latest trade committee meeting, India and Brunei discussed tourism, trade fairs and business delegations to build commercial ties; their next meeting will be held in Brunei. Travel to Taiwan: Bruneian citizens can continue visiting visa-free under Taiwan’s extended trial scheme, running through July 31, 2027. Saudi Flight Update: Royal Brunei Airlines cancelled its Oct. 13 Jeddah flights after a security review; other Saudi services remain under review, so Umrah travellers should check for updates. Passport Access: Brunei ranked second in an OPEC+ passport comparison and ninth among Commonwealth countries, reflecting broad international travel access. Regional Investment: Labuan’s new investment subsidiary CEO will prioritise projects including tourism, potentially adding momentum to the island’s visitor economy.

Passport Access: Brunei ranked second among 21 OPEC+ passports and ninth among Commonwealth passports in recent comparisons of visa-free, electronic-authorisation and visa-on-arrival access. Jeddah Flights: Royal Brunei Airlines cancelled its Brunei–Jeddah flights scheduled for Oct. 13 after reviewing security risks in Saudi Arabia. Other Saudi services remain under review; Umrah travellers should check RB updates before heading to the airport. Taiwan Travel: Taiwan extended visa-free entry for Bruneian visitors through July 31, 2027, continuing a useful travel option for the coming year.

Passport Access: Brunei ranked second among 21 OPEC+ countries in a passport comparison measuring visa-free, electronic-authorisation and visa-on-arrival access. Flight Update: Royal Brunei Airlines cancelled its 13 October flights to and from Jeddah over security concerns in Saudi Arabia; other Saudi services remain under review. Taiwan Travel: Taiwan extended visa-free entry for Bruneian citizens through 31 July 2027, making short visits easier for another year.

Flight Update: Royal Brunei Airlines cancelled its 13 October Jeddah flights after assessing security risks in Saudi Arabia. Other Saudi services remain under review; passengers, including Umrah pilgrims, should check RB updates before travelling. Regional Travel: Brunei nationals can visit Taiwan visa-free under an arrangement extended through 31 July 2027. Saudi Entry: Brunei passport holders are eligible to apply for a Saudi e-visa or obtain one on arrival. Tourism Links: Singapore and Brunei signed a supply-chain resilience pact, with tourism among the wider areas of economic cooperation discussed at their ministerial meeting.

Flight Update: Royal Brunei Airlines cancelled its 13 October Brunei–Jeddah and return flights after assessing security concerns in Saudi Arabia. Other Saudi services remain under review; passengers, including Umrah pilgrims, should check RB updates before travelling. Visa Access: Bruneians can continue to visit Taiwan visa-free under an extended trial arrangement through 31 July 2027. Brunei is also among 67 nationalities eligible for Saudi Arabia’s e-visa. Passport Ranking: Brunei placed ninth among 56 Commonwealth passports in a ranking based on visa-free, electronic-authorisation and visa-on-arrival access.

Flight Update: Royal Brunei Airlines cancelled its 13 October flights between Brunei and Jeddah after assessing security concerns in Saudi Arabia. Other Saudi services remain under review; passengers should check RB’s updates before travelling. Taiwan Travel: Bruneian citizens can continue visiting Taiwan visa-free under an extended trial arrangement running through 31 July 2027. Regional Cooperation: Singapore and Brunei signed a supply-chain resilience pact, with tourism among the areas identified for deeper economic cooperation. Travel Access: Brunei ranked ninth among Commonwealth passports in a recent comparison of international travel access. Bruneian citizens are also listed as eligible for Saudi Arabia’s e-visa.

Regional Cooperation: Singapore and Brunei signed a supply-chain resilience pact on Oct. 12, with tourism among the wider areas flagged for future economic cooperation. Taiwan Travel: Bruneian citizens can visit Taiwan visa-free under an arrangement extended through July 31, 2027. Saudi Arabia Access: Brunei is included among nationalities eligible to apply for a Saudi e-visa or obtain one on arrival. Passport Ranking: Brunei placed ninth among 56 Commonwealth passports in a ranking of international travel access.

Visa-Free Travel: Taiwan has extended trial visa-free entry for Brunei citizens through July 31, 2027, keeping the destination accessible for another year. Saudi Entry: Brunei passport holders are among the nationalities eligible to apply for Saudi Arabia’s e-visa or obtain a visa on arrival. Passport Access: Brunei ranks ninth among 56 Commonwealth passports, behind Singapore and Malaysia, in a ranking based on destinations accessible visa-free, with an electronic authorisation or on arrival.

Brunei Stays: A Brunei-based footballer praised the Empire Hotel’s beach and opulent setting, describing it as a popular place to unwind between matches. Travel Planning: Brunei nationals are eligible for 30 days of visa-free travel to Japan, according to the country’s foreign ministry. Local Rhythm: Brunei is among the countries with a non-standard working week, a useful detail for visitors planning around local schedules.

Travel Planning: A new guide to unusual working weeks includes Brunei, a reminder for visitors to check local schedules when planning errands and bookings. Visa Access: Japan grants Brunei nationals visa-free stays of up to 30 days, according to its foreign ministry. Borneo Tourism: Indonesia is positioning Kalimantan and Nusantara as a growth hub, with ecotourism and wellness among six development priorities and improved road, rail and air links planned. Brunei Stay: A professional footballer’s account of life in the Sultanate singles out the Empire Hotel and its beach as a place to unwind between matches.

Regional Tourism Promotion: Brunei is among 27 countries invited to India’s International Tourism Mart in Tawang on October 29–31, where the Northeast’s nature, culture and adventure offerings will be promoted to overseas travel trade. New Air Link: Shenzhen Airlines began direct round-trip service between Bandar Seri Begawan and Shenzhen on September 30, adding travel options and strengthening links with China’s Greater Bay Area.