The European Commission has proposed a gradual rollout of the EU’s long-delayed biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) starting in 2025. Initially set to launch on November 10, 2024, the system was postponed after France, Germany, and the Netherlands cited technological readiness issues. Under the new plan, EES operations will begin progressively over six months, with member…
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China has expanded its visa-free entry program to include citizens from nine additional countries, bringing the total to 38 eligible nations. Starting November 30, 2024, visitors can stay visa-free for up to 30 days, double the previous limit of 15 days. This policy, effective until the end of 2025, aims to revive China’s inbound tourism…
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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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In 2023, the United States (US) was once again recognised as the world’s most powerful travel and tourism market, contributing a record $2.36 trillion to the economy, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 2024 Economic Impact Trends Report. Even with slower spending from international visitors, the U.S. nearly doubled the economic contribution…
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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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