Schengen
Schengen Area visa rules, 90/180-day calculator guidance, ETIAS updates, and border-free travel regulations across 27 European countries. Covers short-stay visas, overstay consequences, and transit rules.
European Union Aviation Safety Committee Reviews Kyrgyzstan’s Progress Toward EU Air Safety List Exit
Kyrgyzstan nears removal from the EU Air Safety List, with a final decision expected in May 2026 that could restore direct flights to Europe after 19 years.
Kazakhstan and EU Enter Final Stage of Visa Facilitation Talks
Kazakhstan and the EU aim to sign a visa facilitation deal in 2026 to reduce application fees and…
Incheon Airport Adds EU and Schengen Travelers to Smart Entry Service Automated Gates
South Korea expands automated Smart Entry e-gates to 42 countries, including Canada and 19 EU nations, to reduce…
Greece Launches Tech and Talent Visas, Eases EU Blue Card Rules
Greece launches new Tech and Talent visas and updates EU Blue Card rules to attract global skilled workers…
EU Leaders Tighten Schengen Entry Ban on Russian Veterans in Hybrid Warfare
Estonia urges a Schengen-wide entry ban on Russian war veterans, citing risks of sabotage and hybrid warfare while…
Hungary Investigates 20 Visa Applications with Forged Wrestling Federation India Letter
Wrestling Federation of India flags forged Hungary visa letter as a potential human trafficking attempt involving 12 individuals…
Portugal Ends Postal Visa Applications for Brazilians Through VFS Global
Portugal to end postal visa applications for Brazilians on April 17, 2026, requiring in-person appointments to improve security…
European Parliament’s LIBE Committee Backs Tougher Return Rules for Illegal Migrants
EU's LIBE committee backs tougher Return Regulation featuring offshore return hubs, 24-month detention, and fast-track deportations to safe…
EU Lawmakers Move to Approve Return Hubs as Returns Regulation Faces Third-Country Removal
EU lawmakers approve 'return hubs' outside the bloc and 24-month detention for rejected asylum seekers to streamline deportations…
UK Warns Travelers as Schengen Entry/exit System Adds Biometric Border Checks April 10
The EU's new digital Entry/Exit System replaces passport stamps with biometrics for UK travelers by April 2026, aiming…