The "Europe Travel Information" category offers up-to-date information on travel formalities in several coveted European countries such as France, Spain, Italy, Germany, the UK and many others. It is a source of essential information on the different types of visas, passports, compulsory vaccinations, travel restrictions and customs procedures imposed on travellers. Valuable recommendations for travelers, precautionary measures to be taken and recent changes in regulations and legislation will be provided by our articles. We also make a point of keeping up to date any potentially useful information on incidents that could impact on the safety of travellers to European destinations.
A decree signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin has formalized visa-free entry for Chinese citizens traveling to Russia for tourism or business. This new policy, which runs from December 1, 2025, to September 14, 2026, allows holders of ordinary Chinese passports to enter and stay in the country... Read the article
The UK government's visa and immigration service (UK Visas and Immigration) is developing a fully digital immigration system. This phased process aims to replace physical documents with a digital record of identity and immigration status, known as an electronic visa or e-visa. This transition to ... Read the article
Against a backdrop of heightened geopolitical tensions, the European Union (EU) has officially confirmed the adoption of stricter visa rules aimed at Russian nationals. This November 6, 2025 decision, announced in a press release the following day, comes as security concerns and warnings of a new era of confrontation reach a fever pitch... Read the article
Here's some feedback from my visit to Jersey this weekend (10/31 -> 11/01 2025): a sign in front of immigration control still seems to allow French nationals with a valid CNI (carte nationale d'identité) to enter the Channel Island of Jersey for the day, from France only. What it says... Read the article
As of October 31, 2025, here's a precise, up-to-date overview of the formalities for traveling to the Channel Islands (Jersey, Guernsey, Sark, Alderney, Herm) as a French citizen, with a focus on the current situation and the changes planned for 2026.
Iceland, world-renowned for its unspoiled natural environment, geothermal activity and spectacular northern lights, may soon be proposing an increase in its tourism tax. This measure is being considered in response to the massive influx of visitors and aims to generate additional revenue dedicated to the development of sustainable tourism in the country. Since January 01 ... Read the article
Russia has officially announced the launch of a reciprocal visa-free travel agreement with China and Saudi Arabia, a strategic initiative aimed at transforming its tourism sector and strengthening diplomatic ties. Malaysia is also part of this new proposed reciprocal visa-free regime. This major change was unveiled ... Read the article
Azerbaijan has announced a further extension of the "special quarantine regime" imposed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping its land borders closed until at least January 2026. The decision, formalized in a decree by Prime Minister Ali Asadov and relayed by the state news agency Azertac, comes ... Read the article
Cybercrime has become a scourge with increasingly complex and expert methods, affecting all business sectors, including travel. From targeted attacks in Italy, to data collection decrees in Spain, to multiple incidents at airline giants, it's clear that cybercriminals ... Read the article
Latvia is tightening up its entry procedures with the introduction of a new requirement for certain international travelers. As of today, September 1, 2025, the Republic of Latvia is implementing a mandatory Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). The Latvian government's announcement was made only on August 29. This national measure, distinct from the future system ... Read the article
The European Union is to implement the entry-exit system (EES), a major step towards modernizing the management of the Schengen area's external borders. This system mainly concerns third-country nationals arriving for a short stay, whether or not they require a visa. The new system, which has been in deployment since 2022, ... Read the article
On July 23, the Russian government announced amendments to Federal Law No. 257-FZ (the Law of the Russian Federation on the State Border of the Russian Federation and the Federal Law on the Procedure for Exit from and Entry into the Territory of the Russian Federation). ... Read the article
The European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) will soon be a must for all travelers from visa-exempt countries wishing to visit most Schengen states. The system, which is similar to the ESTA system in the USA and the ETA system in the UK, is designed to enhance the security of ... Read the article
The European Commission has distributed to EU member states a new framework to simplify and accelerate Schengen visa procedures for Turkish nationals, an announcement made on July 18 by Turkish Trade Minister Omer Bolat. This is an important decision after years of challenges faced by Turkish citizens ... Read the article
From June 30, 2025, Russia will be imposing a new procedure on foreigners wishing to enter its territory without a visa: from now on, they will have to fill in an electronic application to obtain a compulsory QR code to present when crossing the border. This is one of a series of restrictive measures adopted by the Russian government, ... Read the article
Russia recently took a major step forward in its policy of opening up to international travelers, issuing over a million electronic visas (e-Visas) since the system was introduced. This increase illustrates the strong demand, particularly from Asia, for this simplified means of entry into Russia. An attractive option for travelers ... Read the article
Perhaps you're planning a trip to the UK soon, or have just returned from a holiday in an EU country? The British government has recently extended the ban on personally importing meat and dairy products from all European Union countries. This measure, which came into force on Saturday April 12, 2025, ... Read the article
From today, April 9, 2025, the cost of Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to travel to the UK will rise from £10 to £16, an increase of 60 %. This decision, announced by the UK Home Office in January, is still being criticized. The Visamundi teams were able to confirm that the ... Read the article
Update June 16, 2025: the website is now up and running to receive Digital Travel Authorization (DTA) applications! Serbia is about to launch an electronic visa system, enabling eligible travelers to apply for a visa online, in order to simplify the process of entering the country... Read the article
From April 02, European nationals will be concerned by the ETA application. To enter the UK, travelers will need to apply for Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). It is therefore advisable to make your application well in advance, so as to have received approval to travel, before your departure and arrival on British territory. The authorization ... Read the article
Since March 20, 2025, the new electronic visa (e-Visa) has been available for travel to Belarus. No more lengthy consular procedures, just digital simplicity! The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced this new measure on its official platform. The visa waiver for 38 nationalities is still valid, and will be extended until ... Read the article
The landscape of travel formalities in the UK is undergoing another price jolt. Following the gradual introduction of Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), the digital permission that has become essential for many visa-exempt visitors, the UK Home Office has just announced a significant increase in its cost. As of April 9, 2025, the ETA application ... Read the article
Attention travelers! If you're planning to visit Azerbaijan at the end of March 2025, Azerbaijani consulates will be closing their doors from March 20 to March 31, 2025 due to the Nowruz and Ramadan holidays. This closure will have an impact on the processing of electronic visas (e-Visas) for the country, as ... Read the article
EU interior ministers approved a revised timetable for the implementation of the entry/exit system (EES) and the European travel information and authorization system (ETIAS) on March 5. The EES should be operational in October 2025. ETIAS should follow in the last quarter of 2026. After several postponements, the timetable has been approved The ... Read the article
The launch of Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) in the UK is already attracting a massive influx of applications from Europeans, with digital queues forming even before it officially comes into force. As of yesterday, March 5, 2025, European nationals can start applying for their ETA for planned travel ... Read the article
From today, EU citizens can apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter the UK. From April 2, 2025, this new requirement will become mandatory for travel within the country. Today marks another important milestone in the reform of UK border controls. From March 5 ... Read the article
Russia: a new entry point unveiled Russia continues to facilitate international travel by expanding its electronic visa program (e-Visa). The Russian government has announced the addition of a new checkpoint to the already long list, bringing the total number of entry points accessible with an e-Visa to 105. Tashanta: ... Read the article
The UK has introduced an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, similar to the American ESTA or the South Korean K-ETA. ETA is compulsory for nationals of many UK visa-exempt countries. Initially, this requirement also applied to travelers in transit, raising concerns and criticism ... Read the article
Belarus has decided to extend visa-free travel for citizens of 38 European countries until December 31, 2025. This measure, originally scheduled to expire at the end of 2024, allows nationals of the countries concerned to stay in Belarus visa-free for 30 consecutive days per entry, with a maximum of 90 days per calendar year. The ... Read the article
Since August 1, 2023, Russia has relaunched its electronic visa system, simplifying access to the country for international travelers despite the context. This initiative, which has already attracted more than 541,000 visitors in the space of a year, could soon undergo a major change. A success that calls for changes The Kremlin is not counting ... Read the article
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