UK plans advance travel permit for visitors
The UK government is preparing a new digital border system that would require visa-free visitors to secure permission before travelling.
The UK government is preparing a new digital border system that would require visa-free visitors to secure permission before travelling.
Passengers arriving in the UK may soon pass border control without showing a passport, as airports prepare to deploy facial recognition technology designed to make arrivals faster and more seamless.
Europe’s Schengen Area is introducing the ETIAS visa waiver. Find out exactly who must apply, which countries are included, and how the system works before travelling.
The EU is upgrading how Schengen external borders work, including the Entry/Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS). If you travel visa-free, these changes will shape border checks and advance screening.
From late 2026, travellers from visa-exempt countries will need ETIAS approval to enter most European countries. Here’s what you need to know.