Europe Faces Drop in Tourist Plans Due to Inflation and Instability
Rising travel costs and growing geopolitical instability are prompting more travellers to reconsider or postpone their plans to visit Europe.
Read MoreNorway to Introduce New Tourist Taxes to Boost Sustainable Travel
Authorities in Norway have recently approved a new tourist tax for visitors to the country’s most popular destinations, aimed at supporting sustainable tourism and preserving natural sites.
Read MoreThese 10 Nationalities Filed the Most Schengen Visa Applications in 2024
Schengen visa applications rose by 13.4% in 2024, reaching over 11.7 million compared to 10.3 million in 2023.
Read MoreTop 10 Countries That Filed the Most Schengen Visa Applications in 2024
In 2024, Schengen visa applications surged to over 11.7 million, marking a 13.4% increase from 2023’s total of 10.3 million applications.
Read MoreFrance Leads as Most Popular Schengen Visa Destination for 51 Countries in 2024
France remained the top Schengen visa destination in 2024, continuing its long-standing popularity among multiple nationalities.
Read MoreSchengen Visa Applicants in UAE Warned About Growing Scam Threats
UAE residents applying for Schengen visas are warned to beware of rising scams involving fake agents and fraudulent visa promises.
Read MoreSpain Now 2nd Most-Visited Schengen Country in 2024 Due to Chinese Visa Surge
In 2024, Spain received approximately 1.6 million Schengen visa applications—marking a 15.6% increase compared to the 1.4 million applications submitted in 2023.
Read MoreUAE Faces Schengen Visa Appointment Shortage Until Mid-August
Foreign residents in the UAE are facing a shortage of Schengen visa appointment slots, with almost no availability until mid-August.
Read MoreUK Seeks to Rejoin EU Pet Passport Scheme to Simplify Travel for Pet Owners
The UK government is reportedly looking to rejoin the European Union’s pet passport scheme, according to local media sources. The move aims to make it easier for British pet owners to travel with their animals across EU countries post-Brexit.
Read MoreEU Admits Visa Hurdles Faced by Indian Applicants for Schengen Entry
EU Deputy Head of Delegation to India, Ewa Suwara, recognizes ongoing Schengen visa challenges for Indian passport holders, whether for short-term travel or long-term work purposes.
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