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Latest news on visa policy and entry rules across different countries.
26.01.2025
Nice wants to ban cruise ships to fight overtourism
Nice mayor Christian Estrosi has proposed limiting large cruise ship arrivals from 2025 to tackle overtourism and reduce pollution.
24.01.2025
Turkish Airlines resumes flights to Damascus after a 13-year pause
After years of suspension, Turkish Airlines has resumed flights to Damascus. Three weekly flights connect Istanbul with Syria, offering comfort and convenience.
23.01.2025
Emirates to become the first airline certified for serving passengers with autism
Emirates will become the world's first airline to receive official certification for serving passengers with autism, introducing new service standards and staff training.
21.01.2025
The Trump administration introduces restrictions on birthright citizenship
Trump's signed order aims to change existing birthright citizenship rules. The new policy has already sparked legal disputes.
21.01.2025
The safest airlines of 2025 ranked: which ones fly to Russia?
Emirates, Qatar Airways, and other of 2025's safest airlines. Which ones fly to Russia? A full overview from Airline Ratings.
20.01.2025
Kyoto authorities plan to raise the tourist lodging tax tenfold
Kyoto authorities plan to raise the tourist lodging tax in 2026 to manage mass tourism. New tax rates and their impact on tourists and locals.
20.01.2025
Vietnam aims to attract 23 million tourists in 2025
Vietnam plans to significantly boost foreign tourist numbers in 2025 by easing visa conditions, improving infrastructure, and actively promoting its attractions.
19.01.2025
World's longest flight to link Australia with Europe and the US
Qantas is launching a new direct route of up to 22 hours. The flight lets passengers see two sunrises and offers the highest level of passenger comfort.
19.01.2025
Russian tourist arrivals to Cuba hit a record high
About 185,800 Russian tourists chose Cuba in 2024. Visa-free entry and direct flights made the island one of the most popular destinations.
15.01.2025
Mauritania changes visa rules for foreign tourists
Mauritania has introduced new entry rules for foreign tourists, including Russian citizens. Electronic visas are now mandatory and must be obtained in advance via the Interior Ministry's website.
14.01.2025
Chinese visa centres change their 2025 schedule for holidays
Find out how China's national holidays, including New Year, Tomb-Sweeping Day, and the May holidays, will affect visa centre schedules in 2025.
09.01.2025
The world's most powerful passports for 2025 named
The 2025 Henley Passport Index shows Singapore in first place with access to 195 countries. Russia ranks 46th, Georgia 44th. More on country rankings.
07.01.2025
The world's most punctual airlines and airports of 2024, per Cirium
Cirium has published its ranking of the world's most punctual airlines and airports for 2024. Aeromexico and Riyadh airport took the top spots.
05.01.2025
Spain ends its 'golden visa' programme from April 2025
Spain's Congress has voted to end the 'golden visa' programme, which granted residency in exchange for investment. The law takes effect in April 2025, with a three-month transition period to complete pending applications.
21.12.2024
China extends visa-free transit to 10 days for citizens of 54 countries
China has expanded visa-free transit: 240 hours of stay, 60 entry points, 24 provinces open for visits. Important changes for citizens of Russia and other countries.
19.12.2024
The world's most visited cities of 2024: Paris and other tourism leaders
Paris retained first place among the world's most visited cities in 2024. New York, Tokyo, and Madrid also made the top. More on tourism trends.
17.12.2024
Russia–China and Russia–North Korea rail links resume
Trains have resumed on the Suifenhe–Grodekovo and Tumangang–Khasan routes. Schedules, ticket prices, and why restoring the link matters for the region.
14.12.2024
A new era for the EU: border checks between Bulgaria and Romania end in 2025
From 1 January 2025, Bulgaria and Romania will lift land border checks, fully joining the Schengen Area. Details of the EU Council decision.
12.12.2024
Cyprus tightens visa requirements for Russians: new rules for 2024
Learn about the new rules for obtaining a Cyprus visa for Russians: document list, application processing times, and key changes for 2024.
15.11.2024
Updated Schengen visa requirements in 2024
Visa centres in Greece and other EU countries have introduced new requirements for Schengen visa applications. Find out which documents are now mandatory for applicants.