The upcoming European Entry-Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) are set to transform travel to the Schengen Area. The Shipping Deputy Ministry of Cyprus has issued guidelines to inform carriers about their responsibilities under the EES and ETIAS. These systems aim to regulate entry and exit data and register…
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The EU’s Entry-Exit System (EES) launch has been delayed once more, as reported by The Independent. The UK newspaper reported that the new Schengen border checks will now start on November 10, with a possibility of postponing to November 17. Originally set to launch in 2021, the EES has faced multiple delays due to various…
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Spain has extended citizenship by descent until October 2025. In October 2022, the so-called “Grandchildren’s Law” (Ley de Nietos) came into force. The extension aims to enable a larger number of applicants to complete their applications and integrate into Spanish society, thus strengthening ties between Spain and its citizens dispersed worldwide due to historical events.…
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Venice‘s entry fee scheme, introduced to manage tourist crowds, is set to double next year. Despite initial efforts, the current fee has not significantly reduced visitor numbers, prompting local authorities to increase the fee from 5 euros to 10 euros next year. Earlier this year, the Italian city implemented a 5-euro entry fee on busy…
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From July 10, 2024, passport holders from South Africa and Botswana will require a visa to visit Ireland. The decision matches Ireland’s visa rules with those of the United Kingdom and the Schengen Area. Citizens of both countries will additionally require a transit visa if they wish to travel through Ireland to another destination. However,…
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