Visitors to Bucharest will pay a new tourist tax from 2026, after city authorities approved a fixed nightly charge aimed at boosting the capital’s international appeal. Under the measure, adopted on 23 December, travellers staying overnight in registered accommodation will be charged around €2 per night, regardless of hotel category or room price. The tax…
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Romania’s interim president, Ilie Bolojan, expressed optimism that the country will soon resolve outstanding issues with the US Department of Homeland Security regarding the recent suspension of visa-free travel for Romanian citizens. During a press conference at Cotroceni Palace in Bucharest, Bolojan stressed that lifting US visa requirements is not only important for travellers but…
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The United States (US) has announced a delay in Romania’s long-anticipated entry into the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), a move that had been expected to take effect by the end of March 2025. The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed the pause, citing the need for further evaluation of Romania’s compliance with the program’s…
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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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The EU Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs has confirmed that the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) will be introduced in phases, starting with a six-month transitional period. During this time, travellers should apply for ETIAS but will still be allowed entry without it, as long as they meet other entry requirements. ETIAS…
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