Category: Travel

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

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 Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for EU Travellers

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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More British Nationals Switching Citizenship for EU Access

A growing number of British nationals are applying for Irish citizenship, with applications reaching record levels since Brexit. Irish authorities have granted citizenship to over 5,000 people in recent years, and British citizens have consistently been among the top applicants. Since 2021, applications for Irish citizenship have surged, driven by British nationals seeking the advantages…
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US to Sell $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ Visas Under New Plan

US President Donald Trump has announced a new “gold card” visa program, offering permanent residency to affluent foreigners willing to pay $5 million. Speaking at the White House, President Trump described the scheme as providing “green card privileges plus” and a “pathway to citizenship” for those who purchase the card. “Wealthy individuals will come to…
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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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