21.   But Ms. Marsh said all related expenses must be guaranteed before Artur is granted a special visa.

22.   Cuba requires foreign journalists to obtain special visas before traveling to the island.

23.   Foreigners seeking to act as human rights observers in Chiapas must obtain a special visa from the Mexican government.

24.   However, journalists covering specific news events and those coming for religious or political reasons will still need the special visas.

25.   Immigration officials would stamp special visas to cross from one side or the other.

26.   Immigration officials have begun demanding special visas for international observers and set up checkpoints to question Mexicans and foreigners heading into Zapatista areas.

27.   Journalists are required to apply for special visas to work in the country, but the government has approved almost none in recent months.

28.   Members of the observation delegation, the International Civil Commission to Observe Human Rights in Chiapas, this week received special visas for their work.

29.   Mexican law prohibits foreigners from becoming involved in or stating opinions about Mexican politics and requires special visas for foreigners acting as human rights observers or aid workers.

30.   Special visiting visas will be issued for those coming to the festival, Bu Khamseen said.