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The UK will introduce mandatory electronic travel permits for visitors from 85 countries starting February 25, 2024, requiring them to apply online and pay a fee to avoid travel bans.

The British government is enforcing a requirement for travelers from 85 visa-exempt countries, including those in the EU and the US, to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) starting this Wednesday.

The Reform UK party has announced plans to ban visas from Pakistan and other countries if they win power, alongside a proposed deportation strategy targeting hundreds of thousands of immigrants annually.

A British grandmother was handcuffed and detained by US ICE for six weeks even though she possessed a valid US visa.

An Israeli journalist may face denial of an Australian visa due to his controversial remarks suggesting that 100,000 Gazans should have been killed following the Hamas attack on October 7.

A British couple was detained by U.S. immigration authorities for six weeks, highlighting issues with border control and documentation requirements.

Starting February 25, travelers requiring a visa for the United Kingdom will receive an eVisa instead of a physical visa in their passport.

China will implement a unilateral visa exemption policy for citizens of Canada and the UK by the end of this year, facilitating easier human exchanges.

Major UK banks are initiating the development of a domestic payment system to reduce reliance on US payment networks like Visa and MasterCard.

The UK is seeking alternatives to American credit giants Visa and Mastercard in response to potential pressures from the US.

Wealthy Americans are leading the surge in applications for New Zealand's 'golden visa', with a notable increase in interest from China following recent policy changes.

Cape Verde's coach expresses frustration over the U.S. visa bans preventing many fans from attending their first FIFA World Cup.

The UK is accelerating plans to launch an alternative to Mastercard and Visa amid concerns that Donald Trump may dismantle the global payment system.

British bank leaders are meeting to discuss a potential national alternative to the U.S. giants Visa and MasterCard, spurred by concerns over dependency on American corporations.

British bank leaders are planning a meeting to discuss creating a national alternative to international payment systems 'Visa' and 'Mastercard'.

The UK will start issuing electronic visas (eVisas) to Nigerian travellers from February 25, 2026, replacing the current physical visa stickers.

UK bank executives are planning to establish a national payments system to reduce dependency on Visa and Mastercard amid concerns over potential disruptions linked to Donald Trump's actions.

China has announced that it will exempt British and Canadian citizens from visa requirements until December 31, 2026, to facilitate travel for work, tourism, and family visits.

China will allow visa-free entry for Canadian and British citizens starting February 17, in a move to strengthen relations between China and these countries.

China has announced that citizens of Canada and the UK can visit without a visa for stays of up to 30 days starting Tuesday.

China has announced visa-free entry for nationals of Canada and Britain, excluding the United States, starting from Tuesday and valid until the end of the year.

An aide to Prince Andrew reportedly advised Jeffrey Epstein on how to illegally conceal his child sexual abuse conviction in a visa application to China, according to newly released Epstein files.

The UK will enforce its Electronic Travel Authorisation requirement for visa-exempt travellers starting February 25, 2026, with warnings about potential denial of boarding for non-compliant travelers.

The UK has expanded its visa scheme for Hong Kong residents following the lengthy prison sentence of pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai, allowing thousands more to relocate independently to the UK.

New immigration laws in the US and UK are complicating the operations of game development studios, making it harder to recruit foreign talent due to stricter visa regulations.

Martin Lewis' MoneySavingExpert.com warns UK holidaymakers to be cautious of fake visa waiver websites as new ETIAS requirements are implemented for traveling to Europe.

The US State Department assures that Donald Trump's visa ban will not impact football fans attending the World Cup, despite concerns about restrictions on entry from certain countries.

The Trump administration has indefinitely suspended immigrant visa processing for individuals from 75 countries, aiming to limit legal immigration to the United States due to concerns over public charge.

The Trump administration has indefinitely halted immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries to restrict legal immigration pathways, effective January 21.

Starting January 12, 2026, the UK will begin offering a digital eVisa for many visitors, marking a shift towards a fully online visa system.

A Palestinian academic has been denied urgent assistance by the Home Office to bring his family to the UK, as officials deem it more appropriate for them to stay in Gaza under difficult conditions.

The promoter of Candace Owens' canceled tour in Australia has gone into liquidation, and ticketholders are still awaiting refunds over a year later.

British holidaymakers will face significant changes including EU border fingerprint checks, new visa waivers, and tourist taxes starting in 2026.

Tonga faces new visa and entry restrictions implemented by the Trump administration, leading to widespread anger and frustration among its citizens as the U.S. tightens immigration policies.

The UK has secured agreements from two countries to facilitate the return of their deported citizens following a threat by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood to implement a visa ban against non-compliant countries.