Category: Malta

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

EU Court Orders Malta to Shut Down Its Golden Passport Scheme

The European Union’s top court has ruled that Malta must put an end to its “golden passport” program, a scheme that allowed wealthy individuals to acquire Maltese (and thus EU) citizenship in exchange for a significant financial investment. According to Maltese citizenship law, it allows investors who meet a list of financial requirements to apply…
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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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ETIAS Rollout: EU to Allow Entry Without Travel Authorisation for First Six Months

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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EU’s Entry/Exit System Won’t Launch Until Nov 2025: How It Will Affect Your Travel

Travellers heading to Europe will have another year before the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) border checks come into effect, with the latest estimate pushing implementation to November 2025. Doug Bannister, CEO of the Port of Dover, has confirmed that EES is not expected to be implemented at the Channel ports before November 2025. This…
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Cuba Off US Terror List: Changes Ahead for ESTA and Travel

The United States has removed Cuba from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, signaling a step toward improved diplomatic relations and easing travel restrictions for individuals who have visited the country since 2021. In one of his final decisions before leaving office, US President Joe Biden announced Cuba’s removal from the controversial list. First…
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