Category: Schengen Visa News

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

UK Travellers to the EU: Prepare for EU’s New Border System in October

UK citizens are being advised to prepare for the rollout of the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), set to launch in October 2025. The UK Foreign Office has warned travellers that while the EU has yet to confirm an exact date, they should stay informed and be ready for the changes once the system…
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UK Holidaymakers Warned as Italy Braces for Strikes

Holidaymakers heading to Italy this week may face travel disruptions due to a nationwide general strike on March 8, affecting air, rail, and road travel.  Supported by the SLAI-COBAS, CUB, and USI-CIT unions, the strike could impact flights, particularly with British Airways, EasyJet, and Ryanair, affecting 8,000 to 11,000 passengers. Major routes like London-Rome, London-Milan,…
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EU Plans October Rollout for EES Biometric Border Checks

The EU’s long-delayed Entry/Exit System (EES) could finally launch in October, following an agreement reached between member states. The EES, designed to replace passport stamps for non-EU nationals, was initially set to begin last November but faced last-minute delays. Under the new plan—pending European Parliament approval—the system will be rolled out gradually over six months.…
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Catalonia Hikes Tourist Tax to Crackdown on Overtourism

Visitors to Catalonia, Spain could soon face a tourist tax of up to €15 per night as the region prepares to double its existing levy in an effort to manage surging visitor numbers. The new legislation, signed by the Catalan government, will have the biggest impact on Barcelona, where tourists may pay the maximum rate.…
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UK Travel Warning: Greece Braces for Nationwide Protests and Strikes

The UK government has issued updated travel advice for tourists in Greece due to expected major disruptions on Friday, February 28.  Mass demonstrations are set to take place across Athens and other parts of the country to mark the second anniversary of the Tempi rail disaster. The 2023 crash, involving a freight and passenger train,…
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