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Which European countries have the most powerful passports in 2025?

Singapore claims top spot as Asian nations surge ahead, while Belarus and Kosovo remain Europe’s weakest links.

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When will Brits be allowed to use e-gates at European airports?

The UK government said the move would end “the dreaded queues at border control."

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Malta’s golden passport scheme rejected by EU top court

The controversial system allowing foreigners to effectively buy EU citizenship raised security concerns.

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Could your face and phone replace your boarding pass at airports?

Several airports and airlines are already testing biometric boarding and paper-free check-in procedures.

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LGBTQ+ travellers rethink US trips amid new Trump policies

Trump’s new policies have created uncertainty for travellers as US immigration authorities may now require documentation showing ‘sex at birth’.

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Travellers now need €12 ETA permit to enter the UK: How to apply

Read our full guide to the UK's new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA): who needs it, how long it's valid and how to apply.

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Will the EU's new Entry/Exit System cause queues at borders?

The EES requires all borders to install new scanners - most will not be ready on the launch day.

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A world without passports, with entrepreneur Karoli Hindriks

According to Karoli Hindriks by 2035 passports will be obsolete. Why? Are there any alternatives to them? Hindkiks joins My Wildest Prediction to share her views on mobility, the job market and digitalisation.

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What changes at the border when Romania and Bulgaria join Schengen?

It's been a rocky road to Schengen membership for both eastern European countries.

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Travelling to the EU in 2025? Get ready for its new Entry/Exit System

Within six months of its gradual rollout, every border crossing in the Schengen Area is expected to use the new EES.

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Finland replaces Spain as most powerful European passport

Although Singapore is now in pole position, many European passport holders have impressive freedom of movement.

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What are ‘golden visas’ and which EU countries still hand them out?

If you want to move to Europe, golden visas allow you to buy your way to residency.

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Paddington Bear given UK passport by Home Office

Paddington gets his official travel documents... But the bear-y nice gesture from the Home Office is not to everyone's liking.

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Smartphone passports: EU pledges faster, smoother border checks

Digital travel credentials will be free, voluntary and less hassle, offering a more seamless and secure experience, the European Commission says.

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Fact check: Can MEPs skip the line at airports?

Members of the European Parliament are entitled to several allowances, but there’s often criticism and confusion over what the so-called “Brussels gravy train” entails. EuroVerify takes a look.

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How long does your UK passport need to be valid for an EU trip?

Confusion over UK passport rules recently saw a passenger wrongly denied boarding.