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Japan dominates digital nomad ranking as Spain makes top ten

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The most powerful passports in the world for 2026 revealed

Despite an impressive showing from Europe, Singapore claimed the top spot in the Henley Passport Index for a second year.

Travel News

Tourist visa fees: What EU travellers can expect to pay

Bhutan, Ghana and Nigeria charge visitors the most for their tourist visas, with the Sustainable Tourism Fee for the ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’ set at $100 (€87.60) per person per night.

Europe News

EU narrows ban on Russian combatants to appease France and Italy

A narrowed-down version of the ban on Russian combatants, limited to short-stay visas and those who fought directly, landed on the table of EU ambassadors meeting on Wednesday after France and Italy pushed back on the measure.

Travel News

ETIAS: Will Europe’s new €20 travel authorisation system be delayed?

According to a report in the Financial Times, the EU is set to delay the launch of the new European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) until 2027.

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Nine of the top 10 strongest passports globally are European

The Global Passport Index assesses visa-free access as well as investment attractiveness and quality of life.

Japan

Japan to increase visa fees by more than five times starting on 1 July

Japan wants to help manage the rising costs of its immigration system by making tourist visas significantly more expensive in the first fee increase in nearly half a century.

Sport

Host cities in North America ready for biggest World Cup in history

The United States will host roughly 75% of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 78 of the 104 matches in the entire tournament taking place in 11 host cities.

World News

US to slash number of embassies in Africa processing visas

Currently there are around 50 US embassies and consulates processing visa applications in Africa, and that number is expected to be significantly reduced to 20 in the coming weeks, according to reports.

Travel News

Sri Lanka has waived visa fees for tourists from these countries

As of 25 May, you won’t pay a cent to enjoy up to 30 days in the country.

USA

US says green card seekers must leave the country to apply

Applying for a green card can take months or longer, meaning people could be forced to leave their families or jobs whilst the process is ongoing.

Travel News

Thailand to slash visa-free stays for tourists

Holidaymakers from more than 90 countries could soon face shorter visa-free stays in Thailand, as officials move to curb crimes involving foreign nationals despite tourism remaining vital to the country’s economy.

Travel News

Travelling to Japan? All the changes to tourist taxes and fees in 2026

Some of the increased fees apply to all travellers, but some can be avoided depending on when you visit and where you stay.

Travel News

GCC countries waive visa fines for stranded travellers

In Qatar, visit visas have automatically been extended by one month, while the UAE has said affected tourists will not have to pay any fines when they leave the country.

Destinations

Armenia scraps visas until July. Here’s why you should visit

New entry rules mean citizens from 113 countries can now visit without needing a visa until 1 July 2026.

Travel News

Travel groups denounce US proposed changes to ESTA

Travellers may soon need to share social media handles, selfies and extra personal details under proposed US travel rule changes.

Travel News

This dreamy island country just launched a digital nomad visa

You could make the ‘pearl of the Indian Ocean’ your new home in 2026.