Eurostar passengers at London St Pancras can now board 30 minutes before departure. The change is designed to reduce congestion, improve the pre-departure experience and support future growth in cross-Channel rail travel.
The European Commission wants to increase the planned ETIAS authorization fee from €7 to €20 for visa-free travelers visiting most of Europe for short stays. The move is designed to support the EU budget, but the proposal still needs political approval before it can take effect.
European travel organisations are urging EU policymakers to rethink the planned ETIAS fee increase from €7 to €20, arguing that the move would add cost pressure for travellers without a sufficiently clear justification.
The EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) has sparked widespread confusion among travellers. From insurance requirements to visa myths and data privacy concerns — here is what you really need to know before crossing EU borders.
Non-EU travellers are being warned about fake ETIAS websites exploiting confusion around upcoming EU border changes. Here is what ETIAS and EES actually mean, when the rules take effect, and how to protect yourself from scams.
The EU’s Entry/Exit System is being rolled out in phases, bringing biometric border checks for many non-EU travellers. Here is a clear guide to what the system does, where it is active, and how to prepare for your next trip.
Travel to Japan could become more expensive in 2026 as the government considers higher visa fees, a larger departure tax and new tourism-related charges to manage growing visitor numbers.
Travel in Europe is changing in 2026. From digital border checks and new entry permits to rising tourist taxes and stricter rules on visitor behavior, travelers should prepare for a more regulated and more expensive experience across the continent.
The UK government is preparing a new digital border system that would require visa-free visitors to secure permission before travelling.
British passport holders will be required to obtain paid travel authorisation before entering the Schengen Area under new EU border rules.