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Belarus Sees 27,000 European Visitors Through Visa-Waiver Program
Since January 1, 2025, Belarus has hosted over 27,000 European visitors through its visa-waiver program. This initiative aims to boost…
Jean-Noel Barrot Pushes EU to Slash Visas for Nations Blocking Deportations
France seeks EU-wide cooperation to reduce visas for nations refusing deported migrants, following a deadly stabbing by an Algerian national…
Ten Schengen Countries Reinstate Border Controls, Redefining Travel in 2025
In early 2025, ten Schengen countries—Austria, Bulgaria, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Slovenia, and Sweden—reintroduced border controls due to…
‘France Visa Free’ Campaign Calls on UK MPs to Rethink EU Travel Limits
The "France Visa Free" group is lobbying UK MPs to review the EU's 90/180-day rule, which limits UK citizens’ stays…
Explore 10 Non-Schengen Countries Open to Schengen Visa Holders in 2025
Discover 10 non-Schengen countries you can visit in 2025 with a Schengen visa, including Cyprus, Mexico, and Serbia. Explore updated…
Portugal Schengen Visa Delays Frustrate International Students
International students in Portugal face significant Schengen visa delays due to a transition from SEF to AIMA, creating a backlog…
Austria Drops Veto: Bulgaria & Romania Join Schengen Zone
Austria lifts its veto, allowing Bulgaria and Romania to join the Schengen Area on January 1, 2025, after resolving border…
Rising Schengen Visa Demand for Russians Amid Travel Barriers
In 2024, despite geopolitical tensions and travel restrictions, Russian demand for Schengen visas surged by 35%. Obstacles include increased visa…