Category: UK

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Paris Olympics 2024: Key Tips for Last-Minute Travellers

The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics are set to be an extraordinary celebration of sports, culture, and global unity.  From July 26 to August 11, the City of Light will host athletes and spectators from around the world, showcasing its historic charm alongside cutting-edge athletic competitions.  This marks the third time Paris will host the Summer…
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Japan to Introduce Electronic Travel Authorisation for Visa-Free Visitors

The Japanese government has announced plans to implement an online system for travel authorization for visa-exempt travellers. This new system was adopted during a meeting of Cabinet ministers at the Prime Minister’s Office. Under the new system, foreign visitors who do not require short-stay visas will need to provide their information online, including the purpose…
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Barcelona Plans To Ban Tourist Vacation Rentals

Spain is the second most-visited country in the world, second only to France with 85 million visitors last year. Meanwhile, Barcelona is one of Europe’s top destinations but it’s grappling with the adverse effects of over-tourism. Barcelona’s Mayor Jaume Collboni has proposed a bold and controversial plan to ban tourist vacation rental apartments by 2028.…
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Greece Travel Warning: Extreme Heatwaves

British holidaymakers planning to visit Greece have been given an urgent warning about extreme heat waves hitting the country. Temperatures have reached up to 43°C, causing schools and popular tourist sites to close temporarily due to the intense heat. As summer begins and many tourists flock to the Greek islands, local authorities are urging everyone…
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Namibia Considers Tourist Visa for UK Holidaymakers

Namibia is planning to introduce a tourist visa requirement for UK visitors in response to new travel rules imposed by the UK on Namibian citizens. In July 2023, the UK Government unexpectedly started requiring Namibians to obtain a visa before visiting the UK, ending a previous agreement that allowed visa-free stays of up to six…
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