When Does ETIAS Start? The EU Has Dropped Its 2027 Target Date
When does ETIAS start? The EU has dropped even its 2027 estimate, with no launch date now set for the €20 travel authorisation.
News & Updates
The latest visa and immigration news, policy updates, and industry insights affecting international travel.
US B-1/B2 Visa Bond Made Permanent: Bond Amounts Rise to $20,000
The US B-1/B2 visa bond is now permanent, with bonds up to $20,000 for visitor visa applicants from around 50 designated countries.
USCIS Can Now Deny O-1 and P Visa Petitions Without a Request for Evidence
From 5 August 2026, USCIS can deny O-1 and P visa petitions without a Request for Evidence if evidence is missing at filing.
Touring Artists Are Cancelling US Dates: What It Means for O-1 and P Visa Planning
O-1 and P visa processing for touring artists now runs close to 12 months, forcing US date cancellations. Here is what it means for 2026 tour planning.
ETIAS Delayed to 2027: No New Pre-Travel Authorisation for European Trips This Year
The EU has pushed back ETIAS, the €20 pre-travel authorisation for visa-exempt visitors to the Schengen area, from a planned Q4 2026 launch to 2027 at the earliest, following problems with the Entry/Exit System rollout.
UK Stops Issuing Visa Stickers: Why Your eVisa Account Now Matters More at Check-In
Since 1 July 2026, UKVI no longer puts physical visa stickers in passports for successful new applicants, and carriers now check UK travel permission through an automated data response rather than a visual stamp.
US Launches $750 Expedited Interview Fee for B1/B2 Visitor Visas
From 1 July 2026, B1/B2 visitor visa applicants can pay an optional $750 fee to secure a consular interview within 10 business days, under a pilot running to 31 December 2026.
UK Entry Requirements Change for British Dual Citizens from February 2026
New rules require British dual nationals to enter the UK with a British/Irish passport or Certificate of Entitlement from 25 February 2026, as part of ETA rollout.
China Grants Visa-Free Access to Canadian Travelers
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announces that China will grant visa-free access to Canadian citizens, joining 45 other countries with 30-day visa exemptions.
US Suspends Permanent Residency Visa Processing for 75 Countries
The Trump administration announces suspension of permanent residency visa processing for 75 countries, affecting applications from regions including Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe.
UK Passport Fees to Increase from April 2025
The Home Office announces passport fee increases effective 10th April 2025, with adult online applications rising from £88.50 to £94.50.
Paramount Visas Officially Launches
Paramount Visas, a UK-based visa consultancy service, has officially launched, offering tailored visa support for clients in the entertainment industry as well as business travellers, individuals, and other professionals.