Europe

The "Europe Travel Information" category offers up-to-date information on travel formalities in several coveted European countries such as France, Spain, Italy, Germany, the UK and many others. It is a source of essential information on the different types of visas, passports, compulsory vaccinations, travel restrictions and customs procedures imposed on travellers. Valuable recommendations for travelers, precautionary measures to be taken and recent changes in regulations and legislation will be provided by our articles. We also make a point of keeping up to date any potentially useful information on incidents that could impact on the safety of travellers to European destinations.

New launch dates for EES and ETIAS

EU interior ministers approved a revised timetable for the implementation of the entry/exit system (EES) and the European travel information and authorization system (ETIAS) on March 5. The EES should be operational in October 2025. ETIAS should follow in the last quarter of 2026. After several postponements, the timetable has been approved The ... Read the article

Just launched, the ETA UK platform is stormed

The launch of Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) in the UK is already attracting a massive influx of applications from Europeans, with digital queues forming even before it officially comes into force. As of yesterday, March 5, 2025, European nationals can start applying for their ETA for planned travel ... Read the article

No ETA for "runway" transit in the UK

The UK has introduced an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, similar to the American ESTA or the South Korean K-ETA. ETA is compulsory for nationals of many UK visa-exempt countries. Initially, this requirement also applied to travelers in transit, raising concerns and criticism ... Read the article

After opening its e-Visa, Russia wants to extend its validity

Since August 1, 2023, Russia has relaunched its electronic visa system, simplifying access to the country for international travelers despite the context. This initiative, which has already attracted more than 541,000 visitors in the space of a year, could soon undergo a major change. A success that calls for changes The Kremlin is not counting ... Read the article

The Canary Islands' tourist tax on the way?

The municipality of Mogán, located 93 kilometers from Las Palmas on the island of Gran Canaria, has just announced the introduction of a tourist tax from January 2025. A first in the Spanish archipelago, it could well be emulated. How much will it cost? A modest 15 euro cents per person per day. In other words ... Read the article

Greece imposes a docking tax on Santorini and Mykonos

The Greek government recently announced the introduction of a new tax aimed specifically at cruise passengers calling at the popular islands of Santorini and Mykonos. The measure, part of a wider strategy to manage mass tourism, will see a €20 per person charge imposed on passengers on cruise ships ... Read the article

Ukraine: ETA soon for visa-exempt foreigners

Ukraine is preparing to introduce a new measure that will require citizens of visa-exempt countries to apply for an electronic travel authorization prior to departure. This initiative is designed to strengthen border security and modernize entry procedures, while harmonizing Ukrainian legislation with that of the European Union. Read the article

Azerbaijan to offer a dedicated visa for COP29

Azerbaijan, host of the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, has announced the introduction of a special electronic visa for participants in this major event. This initiative aims to facilitate the entry of delegates, observers and other participants to the conference, which will be held in ... Read the article