AGP Executive Report

MotoGP Health Watch: Honda says Joan Mir will miss the Japanese and Indonesian Grands Prix after altered blood-test parameters following his San Marino GP retirement, with doctors urging full recovery and further tests. MotoGP Injury Update: Jorge Martin’s arm pump/nerve compression is being assessed in Barcelona ahead of Austria, with a surgery decision expected after he responds at the Red Bull Ring. Schengen Travel Rules: The EU has let at least nine Schengen countries pause full EES rollout until tech for facial and fingerprint scans is ready, as queues and missed flights have fueled complaints. Germany Study Entry: Germany published a visa-free entry list for studying, including San Marino citizens, plus guidance on who can skip an airport transit visa. Australia Visa Access: Australia released lists for visa-free transit (TWOV) and free eVisitor eligibility (including Republic of San Marino), while also tightening Work and Holiday visa rules via a required government support letter for citizens of 11 partner countries including San Marino. Canada Work & Travel: Canada shared age requirements for its International Experience Canada (IEC) work-and-travel scheme and a list of countries eligible to apply. Local Travel Culture: A Sunderland couple behind the Italian sandwich brand Crave have expanded to a second site in Fulwell, building on their San Marino restaurant roots. Travel Inspiration: A cruise trend piece highlights smaller-ship itineraries that go beyond the usual Mediterranean ports, spotlighting lesser-known stops like Corsica’s Bonifacio and Elba’s Portoferraio.

Visa Rules for Transit: Germany has published 2026 guidance on who can pass through German airports without an airport transit visa, including holders of valid residence permits from EU/Schengen and select countries such as San Marino. Australia Transit Without Visa: Australia’s Home Affairs lists 70 nationalities eligible for visa-free transit (TWOV), with strict conditions like staying in the airport transit lounge and having a confirmed onward ticket within an 8-hour departure window. EES Rollout Delays: Nine Schengen countries can pause the entry/exit system (EES) rollout for the rest of 2026 as facial and fingerprint scan tech issues continue to cause long airport queues. Work & Travel Access: Australia has expanded “letter of support” requirements for Work and Holiday visas to 11 partner countries, including San Marino, adding an extra government step before applications. San Marino in the Spotlight: A new passport ranking places San Marino at 38th globally, reflecting broad visa-free and eTA-style entry options for travelers. On the Ground Travel Culture: Sunderland’s Crave sandwich brand has opened a second site in Fulwell, building on its popular focaccia and deli-box offering.

Local Food & Tourism: Sunderland’s Crave sandwich brand is expanding again, opening a sister site on Sea Road, Fulwell today (Sept 21) after strong demand for its Mackie’s Corner location. Schengen Travel Rules: Germany has published 2026 guidance on who can transit German airports without an airport transit visa, including holders of certain residence permits from countries such as San Marino. EU Border Tech Update: Nine Schengen countries have been allowed to pause full enforcement of the Entry/Exit System (EES) rollout due to operational and technology issues that have caused long queues and travel disruption. Australia Visa Planning: Australia has released its full Transit Without Visa (TWOV) list and conditions for visa-free airport transit, plus a free eVisitor list (including Republic of San Marino) and new Work and Holiday “letter of support” requirements for citizens of San Marino and 10 other countries. Sports Tourism (MotoGP): Indonesia’s Pertamina is staging public viewing events ahead of the 2026 Pertamina Grand Prix, using the San Marino MotoGP as a build-up to boost sports tourism.

Visa rules for travellers: Germany has published who can transit through German airports in 2026 without an airport transit visa, including holders of certain residence permits from countries such as San Marino, plus EU/Schengen visa holders and family members with freedom of movement rights. Transit without visa (Australia): Australia’s Home Affairs released its 70-country list for visa-free airport transit, but travellers must stay in the transit lounge and have a confirmed onward ticket departing within eight hours. EU border system delays: Nine Schengen countries have been allowed to pause full enforcement of the EES after rollout problems caused long queues and travel disruption. Work & Holiday visa changes (Australia): Australia now requires a government-issued support letter for Work and Holiday visa applicants from 11 countries, including San Marino. Travel planning for young adults (Canada): Canada confirmed its International Experience Canada (IEC) youth mobility list of 36 eligible countries/territories, including San Marino, with age rules that can vary by nationality. Cruise trends: Newer operators are starting to diversify Mediterranean itineraries beyond the usual crowded ports.

Airport Transit Rules: Germany published 2026 guidance on who can transit its airports without an airport transit visa, including holders of certain EU/Schengen visas and residence permits, plus residence permit holders from countries such as San Marino. Visa-Free Transit to Australia: Australia released its full Transit Without Visa (TWOV) list for 70+ countries, with strict conditions like staying in the airport transit lounge and having a confirmed onward ticket within an 8-hour departure window. Schengen Border Tech Delays: The EU allowed nine Schengen countries to pause full Entry/Exit System (EES) rollout due to operational problems and long queues, with the goal of fixing remaining issues by year-end. Work & Travel Updates: Canada set out age rules and country lists for International Experience Canada (IEC) and work permits at ports of entry, while Australia added a “letter of support” step for Work and Holiday visa applicants from 11 partner countries including San Marino. Travel Inspiration: A new take on Mediterranean cruising says smaller operators are starting to move beyond the usual port circuits, aiming for less-crowded destinations. MotoGP & San Marino Connection: MotoGP coverage includes San Marino’s race impact on the title fight, plus injury updates for riders ahead of upcoming rounds.

Visa & entry updates: Australia has published its full Transit Without Visa (TWOV) list: citizens of 70 countries can transit visa-free only if they arrive by aircraft, have a confirmed onward ticket to a third country within 8 hours, stay in the airport transit lounge, and never go through immigration. Schengen border delays: The EU says nine Schengen countries can pause full Entry/Exit System (EES) enforcement in 2026 due to ongoing tech and operational problems, after months of long queues and missed-flight complaints. Work-travel rules: Canada released age requirements and country lists for International Experience Canada (IEC) and Work and Travel at port of entry—both programs set strict nationality and age limits (with no African countries included). Australia Work & Holiday tightening: Australia now requires a free government “letter of support” for Work and Holiday visa applicants from 11 partner countries, including San Marino, before applications can be processed. Travel inspiration: A cruise trend piece highlights how smaller operators are moving beyond the usual Mediterranean port circuits to lesser-known stops like Corsica’s Bonifacio and Elba’s Portoferraio. MotoGP (San Marino link): Marc Marquez’s San Marino GP win reshuffled the standings, while Jorge Martin’s arm pump injury is being assessed ahead of Austria.

Schengen Travel Tech: The EU has let nine Schengen countries pause full enforcement of the Entry/Exit System (EES) until end-2026, citing ongoing issues with facial and fingerprint scans—France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Greece, Malta, Portugal, Italy and Switzerland. Visa Watch (Canada): Canada published the age rules and country lists for its International Experience Canada (IEC) work-and-travel scheme, with eligibility for young adults from 36 countries and no African countries included. Visa Watch (Australia): Australia says citizens of San Marino and 10 other countries must get a free government “letter of support” before applying for the Work and Holiday visa, while also listing 36 European-only nations eligible for the free eVisitor. San Marino in the Spotlight (Sports): Albania’s Nations League squad includes Anis Mehmeti, who will travel to San Marino in early October, while MotoGP coverage highlights Marc Marquez’s San Marino win and ongoing injury concerns for riders ahead of Austria.

Work & Travel Updates (Canada): Canada has published the age rules for its International Experience Canada (IEC) programme, letting young adults from 36 countries work and travel temporarily, with the standard age range 18–35 (and some countries capped at 30). Work & Travel Updates (Canada): Canada also released which nationalities can apply for a work permit at a port of entry (instead of via an embassy), stressing applicants must meet nationality and visa-exempt entry conditions. Work & Travel Updates (Australia): Australia says citizens of 11 countries—including San Marino—must get a free government “letter of support” before applying for the Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462), with Malaysia using a Good Conduct Certificate instead. Visa Access (Australia): Australia’s free eVisitor list is out, covering 36 European countries and including San Marino. Border Rules (EU): The EU has allowed nine Schengen countries to delay full Entry/Exit System (EES) checks due to travel disruption and congestion. Travel Planning (USA): The US says ESTA applications take an average of 23 minutes and reiterates the document steps for eligible travellers. Cruising Trend: A new wave of smaller cruise operators is shifting Mediterranean itineraries toward less crowded ports beyond the usual circuits. MotoGP (San Marino tie-in): Marc Marquez’s San Marino win reshuffled the MotoGP standings, while Joan Mir is set to miss Austria after health issues.

MotoGP & San Marino: Jorge Martin’s arm pump/compartment-syndrome flare-up after the San Marino GP is forcing a medical check in Barcelona, with a surgery call likely after the Austrian GP—while Marc Marquez’s Misano win has him back on top of the standings. Visa updates for travelers: Australia published its full free eVisitor list (36 European countries, including San Marino) and also detailed new Work and Holiday “letter of support” rules for 11 nationalities (San Marino included). Canada work-travel access: Canada released full lists for International Experience Canada (IEC) and for work-permit applications at the port of entry, both tied to specific eligible countries/age rules. EU border disruption: The EU delayed full Entry/Exit System (EES) checks in nine countries due to travel bottlenecks. Cruise trends: A travel piece says Mediterranean cruising is shifting beyond the usual crowded ports, with smaller operators pushing lesser-known destinations.

MotoGP Update: Marc Marquez won the San Marino GP to seize the MotoGP lead, while Jorge Martin’s arm-pump/“compartment syndrome” is worsening and he’s set for a medical check in Barcelona before deciding on possible surgery ahead of Austria. Medical & Travel Disruption: Joan Mir will miss the Austrian GP after Misano health issues, with Honda saying further tests are needed before a targeted return. Australia Visa Access (San Marino link): Australia published its free eVisitor list of 36 European countries, including the Republic of San Marino, for multiple visits over 12 months (up to 3 months each). Australia Work & Holiday Rules (San Marino link): Australia also requires a government “letter of support” for Work and Holiday visa applicants from 11 countries including San Marino (Malaysia uses a Good Conduct Certificate instead). Canada Work Permits: Canada released the full list of countries whose citizens can apply for a work permit at a port of entry without visiting an embassy. EU Border Tech Delay: The EU delayed full EES border checks in nine countries due to travel disruptions and congestion. US Entry Ease: The US says ESTA applications take about 23 minutes on average and reiterated which countries qualify.

Canada Work Permits at Port of Entry: Canada has published the full list of visa-exempt countries whose citizens can apply for a work permit directly at the port of entry, with eligibility tied to nationality and conditions for applicants and accompanying family. Canada Youth Mobility: Canada also confirmed the age rules for its International Experience Canada (IEC) and the 36-country list, noting no African nation is included. Australia Work & Holiday Rule Change: Australia now requires a free government “letter of support” for Work and Holiday visa applicants from 11 countries, including San Marino, before their applications can be processed. Australia Work & Holiday Eligibility: Australia separately released a 30-country eligibility list for its First Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462), for ages 18–30. EU Border Disruption Update: The EU has delayed full Entry/Exit System (EES) checks in nine Schengen countries due to travel disruptions and congestion. US ESTA Details: The US says ESTA applications take about 23 minutes on average and reiterated guidance on what travellers need, plus which countries qualify. Travel Planning Watch: A new guide maps where international tourists spend the most, while cruise operators are starting to push beyond the usual Mediterranean ports.

Work & Holiday Visa Update (San Marino link): Australia says citizens from 12 partner countries—including San Marino—must first get a free government “letter of support” before applying for the Work and Holiday visa, with strict age/education rules and an extra note that missing the document blocks processing. Work & Holiday Visa (nationality list): A separate Australia update also lists 11 nationalities needing the support letter (again including San Marino), while Malaysia must use a Good Conduct Certificate instead. EU Border Tech Delay: The EU has allowed nine Schengen countries to delay full enforcement of the Entry/Exit System (EES) after technical issues caused long queues and travel disruption. MotoGP Travel Buzz (San Marino GP fallout): Joan Mir is set to miss the Austrian GP after health problems at Misano, while Jorge Martin faces a possible arm-pump surgery decision after further checks in Barcelona. Passport & Entry Rules: Kuwait’s passport ranks 86th globally; the US says ESTA applications take about 23 minutes on average and reiterates what travelers need to apply.

Work & Holiday Visa Update: Australia says citizens of 11 countries—including San Marino—must submit a government-issued support letter before their Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) can be processed, with Malaysia flagged for a Good Conduct Certificate instead. MotoGP Health Watch: Joan Mir has been ruled out of the Austrian GP after Misano health issues, with Honda citing altered blood parameters and more tests; meanwhile Jorge Martin is weighing arm pump surgery after a nerve compression setback, with a decision expected after Austria. Travel Rules Across Europe: The EU has let nine Schengen countries delay full Entry/Exit System (EES) checks due to border disruption and long queues. Youth Mobility & Visa Shortcuts: Canada confirms 36 countries for International Experience Canada (including San Marino), while the UK publishes its 2026 Youth Mobility quotas (Australia gets the biggest slice). Passport Power: Kuwait ranks 86th globally in September 2026 passport rankings, with San Marino listed at 38th. Cruise Trend: Newer operators are starting to swap “same ports” Mediterranean itineraries for lesser-known stops beyond the usual circuits.

Passport Power Check: Kuwait’s passport climbed to 86th globally in September 2026 rankings, placing it third among GCC states behind the UAE and Qatar, while San Marino Travelers: San Marino sits at 38th in the same list—useful for anyone planning short breaks and quick cross-border trips. MotoGP & Travel Buzz: At the San Marino GP, Marc Marquez’s win vaulted him to the top of the MotoGP standings, while Jorge Martin’s San Marino weekend ended with arm-pump nerve compression and a medical check in Barcelona before the Austrian GP—good news for fans tracking race-week travel plans. Work & Holiday Visa Rules: Australia tightened its Work and Holiday (subclass 462) process for 11 nationalities, including San Marino, requiring a government-issued support letter before applications can move forward. EU Border Update: The EU allowed nine Schengen countries to delay full Entry/Exit System (EES) checks due to border disruption, a heads-up for travelers routing through Europe. Youth Mobility Options: Canada confirmed 36 countries eligible for International Experience Canada (IEC), including San Marino, expanding work-and-travel pathways beyond standard tourism.

Passport Watch: Kuwait’s passport is ranked 86th globally in September 2026, placing it third among GCC countries behind the UAE and Qatar, with visa-free and e-authorization options boosting travel flexibility. EU Border Update: The EU has let nine Schengen countries delay full Entry/Exit System (EES) checks after technical issues triggered long queues and disruption at busy borders. Work & Holiday Rules: Australia says 11 nationalities—including San Marino—must submit a government support letter for the Work and Holiday visa, while also publishing a separate list of 30 countries eligible for the First Work and Holiday visa. Youth Mobility Lists: Canada confirms 36 countries for International Experience Canada, and the UK releases 2026 Youth Mobility quotas (with Australia getting the biggest share). San Marino in Sports Tourism: MotoGP headlines from Misano include Marc Marquez taking the lead after San Marino triumph, while Jorge Martin faces a medical check in Barcelona after arm-pump nerve compression. Travel Planning: The US says ESTA applications take about 23 minutes on average and reiterates what travelers need to apply.

Visa & Entry Updates: Australia says Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) applicants from 11 countries—including San Marino—must submit a government-issued support letter before processing, while other rules could cancel work rights if you later apply for certain visas. Youth Mobility: Canada confirms 36 countries/territories eligible for International Experience Canada, and the UK publishes its 2026 Youth Mobility Scheme list with Australia getting the biggest quota (38,500). Schengen/Border Tech: The EU lets nine Schengen countries delay full Entry/Exit System (EES) checks due to border disruption and long queues. Travel Authorisations: The US explains ESTA takes about 23 minutes on average and reiterates eligibility lists (including San Marino), while South Korea expands K-ETA to 116 countries and New Zealand rolls out a visa-waiver approach via NZeTA for about 60. San Marino in Sports Tourism: Marc Marquez’s San Marino win puts him back on top of MotoGP standings, and Pertamina is staging a public MotoGP viewing event in Jakarta ahead of the 2026 Mandalika race.