Category: Europe

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Spain Cracks Down on Tourism: What It Means To Visitors

Spain is stepping up efforts to tackle overtourism by introducing strict new rules in some of its most popular destinations. In 2024, anti-tourism protests erupted across Spain, and similar demonstrations are expected in 2025. Despite these local frustrations, Spain welcomed a record-breaking 94 million tourists last year—a 10% increase, according to Tourism Minister Jordi Hereu.…
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Edinburgh Sets Precedent with UK’s First Overnight Tourism Tax

The Scottish capital city of Edinburgh is set to make history by becoming the first city in the United Kingdom to implement a tourist tax for overnight stays. Starting in mid-2026, visitors to Edinburgh will need to pay a fee for every overnight stay, a decision expected to generate millions annually for local reinvestment. The…
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New Border Measures to Simplify Travel Between Hungary and Romania

Good news for travellers! Hungary and Romania are making it easier than ever to explore both countries. A recent announcement from Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó revealed plans to significantly improve cross-border travel, bringing these neighboring nations closer together. Minister Szijjártó highlighted that the number of crossing points along the Hungarian-Romanian border has increased from…
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Home Office To Raise Immigration Fees in 2025

The Home Office has unveiled plans to significantly increase immigration and nationality fees, as announced on 16 January 2025.  These proposed changes, outlined in the draft Immigration and Nationality (Fees) (Amendment) Order 2025, are set to take effect as soon as they receive approval from both the House of Commons and the Lords. The Government…
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Spain Proposes 100% Tax on Homes Bought by Non-EU Residents: What It Means for British Nationals

Spain is taking bold steps to address its growing housing crisis, with Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez unveiling a controversial plan that includes a tax of up to 100% on properties purchased by non-European Union residents such as UK citizens. The move is part of a broader strategy to tackle skyrocketing rents, rising home prices, and…
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