Belgium granted citizenship to a record number of foreign nationals in 2024, the highest since the early 2000s. Data from Statbel, Belgium’s statistics agency, shows that 45,538 people became Belgian citizens in the first nine months of the year, a … Read more
The European Union (EU) has officially revoked visa-free travel for Vanuatu nationals due to the country’s controversial “golden passport” program. The decision, announced on December 12th, comes after years of concerns over security risks posed by the scheme. Vanuatu had … Read more
Bulgaria and Romania will join the Schengen Area as full members on January 1st, 2025. The European Council announced this decision, recognizing the hard work both countries put in to meet the European Union’s (EU) border-free travel zone standards. Decade-long … Read more
The European Union (EU) has introduced new steps to help member countries handle migration challenges at their eastern borders. The bloc is boosting its defenses against what it calls “hybrid threats” from Russia and Belarus. Leaders emphasized that these measures … Read more
Greece plans to raise tourist taxes in 2025, affecting hotels, city tours, and cruise passengers. This change is meant to fund upgrades to tourism infrastructure and manage the strain from high visitor numbers. Tourism is a key part of Greece’s … Read more
Cyprus is ending 2024 with record-breaking tourism numbers. Despite global challenges, the island welcomed more visitors and earned more revenue than ever before, confirming its place as a leading European destination. Officials expect this growth to continue, supported by new … Read more
The European Union (EU) is preparing to change its migration policy with a focus on stricter deportation rules. The European Commission is responding to demands from member states for tougher measures to handle migration. These changes will impact how the … Read more
The European Union has announced a major delay in the launch of its European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS). It will now start six months after the Entry/Exit System (EES) begins in 2025. This delay represents a key change … Read more
The Finnish government has announced plans to make it harder to gain citizenship. The focus is on integration, national security, and financial independence. These changes are set to go to Parliament by spring 2025, following a wider European shift toward … Read more
Slovenia will keep border checks with Croatia and Hungary in place until June 21st, 2025. These checks started in October 2023. The government announced the extension on November 21st, 2024, citing the need to protect citizens from increased terrorism risks. … Read more