World’s most powerful passport: Germany, Italy and Spain move up into second place

World’s most powerful passport: Germany, Italy and Spain move up into second place

The world’s most powerful passport has changed for the first time in five years. Japan has been knocked off the top spot for the world’s most powerful passport for the first time in five years. ADVERTISEMENT Singapore has taken first place on the latest Henley Passport Index 2023 rankings. Singaporeans enjoy visa-free access to 192 … Read more

Canada is extending visa-free travel to 13 new countries – but there’s a catch

Canada is extending visa-free travel to 13 new countries – but there’s a catch

Canada’s government says it wants to make travelling to the country easier, faster and cheaper. ADVERTISEMENT Canada is extending visa-free travel to a host of new countries. An additional 13 nations can now visit the country using the electronic travel authorisation (eTA) programme instead of a visitor visa. Available via a simple online application, the … Read more

What will Canada’s new passport look like and will current passports still be valid?

What will Canada’s new passport look like and will current passports still be valid?

Canada has unveiled a new passport design with advanced security features. Here’s everything you need to know. Canada has unveiled a new passport design with enhanced security features. ADVERTISEMENT Passport holders’ personal information will now be laser engraved instead of being printed with ink. The pages feature images of Canada’s people, landscapes and wildlife that … Read more