Visa & Mobility: Australia has introduced a “letter of support” requirement for Work and Holiday visa applicants from 12 partner countries, including San Marino, adding a free government endorsement step before lodging applications. Travel Policy: The EU has allowed nine Schengen countries to delay full Entry/Exit System (EES) border checks after technical and operational problems caused queues and disruption. Digital Travel Authorisations: The US says ESTA applications take an average of 23 minutes and published guidance on what travellers need (passport, selfie, contact details) plus the $40.27 fee; it also lists 42 ESTA-eligible countries, including San Marino. Finance & Cash: A European Central Bank official highlighted the euro’s scale—over 31 billion banknotes and 150 billion coins in circulation—while noting San Marino uses the euro under monetary agreements. Innovation & IP: CodeFest 2026 winners were announced at the PATLIB conference in Warsaw, with the competition aimed at helping businesses assess patent value and attract funding. Business Aviation: Owners and operators signed up following an Aruba–San Marino agreement, signaling new activity in the business aviation market.