As 2025 unfolds, the EU is set to implement major travel and policy changes, including advanced border systems, Schengen expansion, new tourist taxes, and stricter residence permit rules. Discover what’s coming and how it affects you.
The European Union’s Entry/Exit System (EES) will now launch in 2025, replacing manual passport stamps with biometric registration. Discover what this means for travellers, the reasons behind the delay, and how to prepare for upcoming changes.
Romania and Bulgaria are set to fully join the Schengen Area by January 1, 2025. Travellers can expect visa-free land travel across borders and streamlined Schengen visa processes.
Luxembourg’s Short-Stay Visa for 2025 allows travelers to explore the Schengen Area with ease for up to 90 days. This guide explains eligibility, travel purposes, and step-by-step instructions for applying, along with recent updates on visa fees and policies.
Starting November 1, 2024, France will reintroduce border checks for six months, impacting travellers from neighboring Schengen countries. Non-Schengen nationals, including holidaymakers from the UK, should expect longer wait times due to increased security measures.
The Schengen Airport Transit Visa allows non-EU nationals to stay within the airport transit zone during layovers without entering the Schengen Area. Discover the visa requirements, exemptions, application process, and essential travel tips to ensure smooth transit through Schengen airports.
The European Union has postponed the launch of its biometric Entry-Exit System (EES) for non-EU citizens. Initially scheduled for November 2024, the system faced delays due to technical challenges in Germany, France, and the Netherlands, with no new implementation date announced.
Explore the recent trend of Schengen countries closing their borders and the underlying reasons behind this shift. From security concerns to political pressures, discover how the future of free movement in Europe hangs in the balance.
The introduction of the EU's Entry-Exit System (EES), which aims to streamline border security through fingerprinting and facial recognition checks for non-EU travelers, is expected to be delayed once more. France, Germany, and the Netherlands have expressed concerns about readiness, raising fears of congestion at major ports and airports.
Germany has reintroduced border controls across all nine of its neighboring countries to tackle illegal migration and security concerns. The six-month measure includes random vehicle checks and increased cooperation with neighboring nations.
