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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.

03.10.2025

India launches the e-Arrival Card

India has introduced the digital e-Arrival Card. The paper form remains valid for up to 6 months. Fill it online or in the app up to 72 hours before arrival.

29.09.2025

The UAE introduces 4 new visas for short-term trips

The UAE has introduced new visas for AI specialists, tourists, event attendees, and cruise passengers. Sponsorship and humanitarian residency rules have been updated.

08.09.2025

The US updates visa appointment rules for Russians: apply in Astana, Warsaw, or country of residence

The US State Department now requires visa applications and interviews only in the country of citizenship or residence. For Russian citizens — Warsaw and Astana.

02.09.2025

China introduces visa-free entry for Russian citizens for 30 days from 15 September 2025

From 15 Sep 2025 to 14 Sep 2026, Russians are permitted visa-free entry to China for up to 30 days for tourism, business, and personal purposes.

29.08.2025

Oman launches a "golden visa" programme to attract investment

From 31 August 2025, Oman launches a 'golden visa' programme with the right to work, study, and tax benefits for foreign investors.

25.08.2025

Croatia updates the terms for its digital nomad visa

Croatia has extended the digital nomad visa term to three years and added the possibility of family reunification.

25.08.2025

Russia and Jordan agree on visa-free travel for up to 30 days

Russia and Jordan have signed an agreement on mutual visa waivers for short trips of up to 30 days, capped at 90 days per year.

07.08.2025

The US will require tourists from high migration-risk countries to pay a deposit of up to $15,000

From 20 August, the US launches a pilot programme with deposits of up to $15,000 for citizens of countries with a high risk of visa overstays.

31.07.2025

Florence named the best city in Europe in the Travel + Leisure ranking

Italy has three cities in the Travel + Leisure ranking. French cities, despite record tourist numbers, did not make the top 25.

31.07.2025

Sri Lanka waives visa fees for 40 countries

From 25 July, citizens of 40 countries are exempt from the Sri Lanka visa fee. Russia has been on the list since 2023 and keeps the privilege.

27.07.2025

The US introduces a new $250 visa fee

A new $250 visa fee will become mandatory for foreign tourists, students, and business visitors to the US from late 2025.

27.07.2025

Six Gulf countries to launch a Schengen-style visa in 2025

Six Gulf countries will introduce a unified visa for short trips, allowing free movement between Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia.

17.07.2025

China extends visa-free entry to 75 countries amid tourism growth

China has doubled the number of countries with visa-free entry for up to 30 days, supporting tourism recovery and economic growth. 75 countries are on the list, though Russian citizens still need a visa.

17.07.2025

Wales to introduce a tourist tax from 2027

From 2027, tourists in Wales will pay an additional overnight charge intended to fund local infrastructure and support the Welsh language.