Category: Australia

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

7 More Countries Can Now Visit China Without a Visa

China is opening its doors wider than ever with a recent expansion of its visa-free entry program, now allowing citizens from seven additional countries to visit for up to 15 days without needing a visa.  This move is part of China’s broader effort to revive international tourism and stimulate economic growth after the pandemic years…
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More European Countries to Enjoy Visa-Free Travel to China

Over the last year, China has taken an unusual step of relaxing its requirements for foreign tourists. Citizens of Greece, Slovenia, Norway and Denmark will soon be able to visit China without a visa for up to 15 days. This move is part of China’s broader effort to strengthen diplomatic ties and boost tourism. During…
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EU’s Entry/Exit System Faces Fresh Delays Ahead of November 2024 Launch

The European Union’s much-anticipated Entry-Exit System (EES), which aims to revolutionise the way non-EU travellers enter and exit its borders, is once again under scrutiny as doubts grow over its readiness for the November 10 launch. EES, a cutting-edge biometric system designed to streamline border crossings, will use digital photographs and fingerprints to register travellers…
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EU Citizens Required to Get UK Travel Authorisation in 2025

The UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) will soon apply to visitors from Europe, Australia, the US and Canada. The Home Office began rolling out the scheme last November for nationals of Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. From April 2, 2025, EU citizens travelling to the UK without a…
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UK Among the Top 5 in World’s Most Powerful Passports – Latest Global Ranking July 2024

In an impressive climb, the UK’s passport has secured fourth place on the Henley Passport Index, which ranks the world’s best passports based on the number of countries where they are allowed visa-free entry. This is the UK’s highest position on the list since 2017, putting it alongside Belgium, Denmark, New Zealand, Norway, and Switzerland.…
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