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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Official data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals that 728,000 people migrated to the UK in the year ending June 2024 which is a 20% decline compared to the revised figure of 906,000 for the previous year. This drop was sharper than initially expected, reflecting recent policy changes impacting migration patterns. Among those…
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The Home Office has announced a three-month extension to the ‘grace period’ for individuals transitioning from physical immigration documents to the new eVisa system. Originally set to end on 31 March 2025, the grace period will now run until 1 June 2025, giving affected migrants more time to adjust to digital status. The extension applies…
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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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From 2 April 2025, EU nationals traveling to the UK for tourism or transit must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before departure. This requirement, previously only for non-EU nationals, will now apply to EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens including those simply passing through the UK. You don’t need an ETA if you are a British…
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