From October 2025, all non-EU travellers visiting Europe will face new biometric checks under the Entry/Exit System (EES). Expect fingerprint registration, longer border queues initially, and a smoother, more secure travel process once fully rolled out.
The European Union plans to revise its visa suspension mechanism in 2025, potentially ending visa-free travel for 61 countries. This move targets irregular migration, hybrid threats, and citizenship-by-investment schemes.
The UK now requires European travellers to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before arrival. Find out how to apply, costs, and what to expect at immigration.
The European Union is set to introduce EU VAP, a fully digital Schengen visa application system. Expected to launch in 2028, this platform will eliminate paperwork, improve security, and offer real-time tracking. Here’s what travelers need to know.
Visa-exempt travelers can enter Europe without European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) until at least April 2027. The EU has delayed the mandatory rollout, linking it to the new Entry/Exit System.
The EU Blue Card 2025 introduces major reforms to attract skilled professionals, including lower salary thresholds, relaxed eligibility criteria, and faster processing in select countries. Learn how to apply and which EU nations offer the quickest approvals.
The EU has confirmed new implementation dates for the Entry/Exit System (EES) and ETIAS. EES is set to launch in October 2025, followed by ETIAS in late 2026. These systems aim to modernize border controls, enhance security, and streamline travel procedures for non-EU visitors.
The EU is set to introduce the Schengen Entry-Exit System (EES), a digital border control system that will replace passport stamping with biometric tracking. This initiative aims to enhance security, reduce wait times, and monitor travelers' stays more efficiently.
UK lawmakers are pushing for a review of the EU’s 90/180-day rule, which restricts British nationals' stays in Europe. With growing concerns from second-home owners and businesses, MPs are advocating for a six-month visa waiver.
In 2023, EU countries granted citizenship to over 1.1 million individuals, marking a 6.1% rise from the previous year. Spain, Italy, and Germany issued the most naturalizations, while Syrians, Moroccans, and Albanians were the top recipients. Sweden recorded the highest naturalization rate.
