Category: Transit Visas

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

UK Ends Transit Without Visa Scheme and Introduces New Airline Checks

The UK government has introduced new immigration rules that may affect travellers passing through the country.  These changes, which took effect on 25 February 2026, remove the long-standing Transit Without Visa (TWOV) scheme and introduce stricter checks by airlines before passengers board flights to the UK. The rules were included in the March 2026 Statement…
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Germany Lifts Transit Visa Requirement for Indian Nationals

Germany has lifted the airport transit visa requirement for Indian passport holders.  For many travellers, this is a welcome change that removes an extra layer of complexity when flying via German airports. If you are an Indian national travelling onwards to the UK, the US, Canada, or another destination and your journey involves a layover…
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Spain Requires Transit Visas for Russians Starting July 2025

Starting July 12, 2025, Russian citizens will no longer be able to transit through Spanish airports without a visa, even if they remain within the international transit zone.  The Spanish Foreign Ministry announced that all holders of ordinary Russian passports must now apply for an airport transit visa (ATV) to change planes in Spain. This…
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Ireland Imposes New Visa Rules on Eswatini, Nauru & Lesotho Travellers

As of March 10, passport holders from Eswatini, Nauru, and Lesotho must obtain a visa before traveling to Ireland. Additionally, a transit visa is now required for those passing through Ireland en route to another destination. Nationals of these countries with travel plans booked before March 10, 2025, may be eligible for emergency visa accommodation…
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