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Spain recorded 58.1 million international tourists from January to July 2026, a 4.6% year-on-year increase. Tourism revenues rose 7.8% to €82.05 billion over the same period.

Brazil started an electronic temporary visa procedure on September 1, 2026, for nationals from visa-exempt countries. This system allows applications through Brazilian consulates abroad without physical visa stamps.

Thailand will end its 60-day visa exemption for certain travelers on September 15, 2026, replacing it with 30- and 15-day visa-free stays. Moroccan passport holders lose visa-free eligibility after this date.

Spain received 58.1 million international tourists in the first seven months of 2026, a 4.6% increase from 2025. Tourism revenue rose 7.8%, totaling €82.05 billion during this period.

The GCC tourism sector contributed $254.7 billion in 2025, supported by 75.7 million arrivals and $131.9 billion in spending. A 2026 Muscat workshop focused on improving regional tourism data integration and quality.

A US court ended the Trump-era visa pause affecting 75 countries, including India. Visa processing for impacted nationals is expected to resume following the ruling.

The U.S. State Department paused all immigrant visa processing starting August 2026 to train staff on public charge policy changes. This affects 40,000-60,000 monthly legal immigrants and contributes to housing and labor market challenges.

Spain recorded 58.1 million international tourists from January to July 2026, a 4.6% increase over 2025, generating €82.05 billion in tourism revenues. The UK remained the largest source market, while Catalonia was the top region visited.

A US court ended the Trump-era visa pause impacting 75 countries including India. The ruling, announced on September 1, 2026, restores visa issuance to Indian travelers.

Thailand ended its 60-day visa exemption on September 15, 2026, shifting to 30- and 15-day visa-free stays for select countries. Morocco lost eligibility for visa-free entry under the new system.