Europe border checks: why airport queues may be longer this summer
A practical Europe travel update explaining how the Entry/Exit System can affect airport queues, connection times and Schengen travel planning.
UK travel advice highlights passport rules for dual citizens
Travel advice for the UK highlights that Australian-British and Australian-Irish dual citizens need the correct passport or certificate of entitlement.
Türkiye travel update: entry checks, safety advice and airport planning
A practical Türkiye travel update covering entry checks, safety notes, airport planning and official advice for travellers.
Netherlands
New information about disruption to Eurostar services ('Warnings and insurance' page).Source: UK FCDO travel advice FAQsIs Netherlands easy to plan for first-time travellers?Yes, but it helps to keep…
Seven Kosovo Nationals Stopped at Croatia-Serbia Border for Exceeding Schengen Stay Limits
Seven citizens of Kosovo were arrested this week at the Croatia-Serbia border after officials discovered that they exceeded the allowed stay of 90 days in the Schengen Area…
EU Tightens Visa Rules for Russians, but ‘Golden Passports’ Keep Europe Open
Yesterday, the European Union made the decision to eliminate multi-entry Schengen visas for the majority of Russian citizens, representing a major escalation in travel restrictions against limiting Russian…
Schengen Visa “Small Country Trick” Leads to Refusals, VFS Global Warns UAE Travelers
The “small country trick” that many UAE residents believe allows them to apply to less popular Schengen countries like Luxembourg or Malta to receive visas more quickly has…
Portugal Cancels ALL Work-Seeking Visa Appointments Effective Immediately
As of October 23rd, 2025, due to the introduction of Law No. 61/2025 which fundamentally changes the way that Portugal handles immigration, the Portuguese government has canceled all…
Europe border checks: why airport queues may be longer this summer
A practical Europe travel update explaining how the Entry/Exit System can affect airport queues, connection times and Schengen travel planning.
Istanbul: Destination Guide
QUICK FACTS Region: Marmara Region, Turkey Known for: Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar Nearest airport: Istanbul Airport (IST) Best season: April to May, September to…