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Latest news on visa policy and entry rules across different countries.
06.07.2026
Georgia launches C5 digital nomad visa
Georgia introduces the C5 visa for digital nomads. Valid up to 5 years, up to 1 year of stay per entry, online application and a $300 fee.
28.06.2026
Hungary's new migration restrictions don't affect the White Card
Hungary has restricted residence permits for sponsored workers, but the White Card programme for digital nomads remains unaffected.
18.06.2026
Croatia raises the income threshold for digital nomads
The Croatia digital nomad visa now requires income from €3,622.50 per month. Maximum stay — 18 months.
31.05.2026
Sri Lanka makes the tourist visa free for Russians
As of 25 May 2026, the tourist authorisation (ETA) to Sri Lanka is free for Russians, but it still must be obtained before the trip.
18.05.2026
Italy officially launches a visa for digital nomads and remote employees
Italy has started issuing digital nomad visas. Minimum income — €24,789, a lease agreement and proof of qualification are mandatory.
18.05.2026
Thailand may cut visa-free stay to 30 days and introduce mandatory tourist insurance
Thailand plans to cut the visa-free period from 60 to 30 days for 93 countries, introduce mandatory health insurance, and the TDAC digital arrival card. Decisions are expected in the second half of 2026.
20.04.2026
A new entry system is now live across Schengen countries
In 29 Schengen countries, the EES system replaces passport stamps with digital entry/exit registration using photos and fingerprints.
20.04.2026
Saudi Arabia and Russia launch a visa-free regime from 11 May
From 11 May, Russia and Saudi Arabia introduce a visa-free regime for short trips of up to 90 days per year — for tourism, business, and family visits.
25.02.2026
The UK switches to e-Visa from 25 February 2026
From 25 February 2026, the UK stops issuing paper visas. All applicants will receive an e-Visa via a UKVI account. Visa-free travellers need an ETA.
16.02.2026
Mozambique launches eVisa for 183 countries: Russians can get an eTA for up to 30 days
Mozambique has moved visa applications online: an e-Visa can be obtained in advance, before the flight, and border formalities are faster. Available to citizens of 183 countries.
09.02.2026
Sri Lanka launches a Digital Nomad visa
Sri Lanka has launched a 12-month Digital Nomad visa for $510. Income requirement — from $1,989 per month, local employment is prohibited.
25.01.2026
The US suspends immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries from 21 January 2026
The US has introduced an indefinite pause on immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries from 21 January 2026. Tourist and business visas are unaffected.
25.01.2026
The US launches FIFA PASS — priority visa interviews for 2026 World Cup fans
The US and FIFA launch FIFA PASS — priority visa interview scheduling for fans with tickets to the 2026 World Cup. Visa vetting and decisions remain unchanged.
06.01.2026
Paris named the world's most attractive city in 2025
Euromonitor updated its 2025 city ranking: Paris is first again, Madrid second, Tokyo third; Los Angeles and Orlando improved their standing.
06.01.2026
Bulgaria launches a residence permit for digital nomads
From 20 December 2025, Bulgaria accepts digital nomad residence permit applications: income from €31,000 per year, term — 1 year, renewable.
11.12.2025
The US introduces the Trump Gold Card investment programme
The new Trump Gold Card programme offers expedited US resident status based on a large financial contribution.
23.10.2025
The 10 best countries for digital nomads named
The 2025 ranking for digital nomads: Europe dominates the top ten, with Spain leading. Criteria included visas, income, internet, path to residency/citizenship, and quality of life.
22.10.2025
The UAE introduces a 10-year golden visa for sponsors of humanitarian projects
The UAE offers a 10-year visa for a donation from 2 million AED, with the right to live, work, study, and sponsor family.
16.10.2025
The EU launches a new entry and exit control system
The Entry/Exit System is now live in the EU. Biometric data has replaced stamps, and stay-duration control is now automatic.
16.10.2025
Montenegro cancels visa-free entry for several countries and launches e-Visa
Visa-free entry suspended for Armenia, Uzbekistan, and Egypt; rules are aligning with the EU. e-Visa and VIS are in preparation, terms updated for Kuwait and Nauru.