Category: Travel

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

US Travel Update: International Travel System for November

As the United States reopens international borders, the US has announced new details of its entry requirements for the scheduled reopening on 8 November 2021. The White House has just released an initial outline of its new system for foreign nationals travelling to the US.  On 25 October, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
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How to Apply for a Switzerland Schengen Visa for UK Residents

Switzerland Entry Restrictions in Response to Coronavirus EU Digital COVID Certificate Who Can Apply for a Switzerland Schengen Visa from the UK? Travelling to Switzerland for EU/EEA Citizens Travelling to Switzerland Post-Brexit for UK Citizens Travelling to Switzerland Post-Brexit for Other Third Country Citizens Steps to Applying for a Swiss Schengen Visa from the UK…
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Australia Travel Update: Victoria to Scrap Quarantine

With international borders set to reopen for fully vaccinated travellers from the beginning of November, Australians and permanent residents are dreaming up their next overseas holiday or making plans to reunite with friends and family.  The state of Victoria, home to the city of Melbourne and the Yarra Valley wine region, has announced that it…
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UK Travel Update: Start of COVID Lateral Flow Tests Instead of PCR

Travel testing rules will relax for returning holidaymakers who are fully vaccinated in what the UK government is describing as a “huge boost” for the travel industry. From 4 AM Today, 24 October, fully vaccinated individuals arriving in England from a non-red list country can use a lateral flow test rather than the more expensive…
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Europe to Ease Travel for the Fully Vaccinated

The European Union (EU) is looking to make travel easier for those who are vaccinated. EU countries are trying to reach an agreement on ways to ease pandemic travel restrictions within and into the bloc as leaders work to boost COVID-19 vaccination levels. According to reports, the EU could scrap its traffic light system and…
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