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Oct 222 min read

Poland Tightens Citizenship Rules Amid Abuses of Polish Card Program

The Polish government has announced plans to introduce stricter regulations for individuals seeking Polish citizenship as part of its...

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Harry & Meghan Purchase Property in Portugal, but Is This Enough for a Golden Visa?

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Oct 212 min read

Harry & Meghan Purchase Property in Portugal, but Is This Enough for a Golden Visa?

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly bought a property in Portugal's Comporta region, potentially eyeing the country’s Golden...

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Exploring the Least Racist Countries in Europe: A Look at Unity, Diversity, and Racial Equality

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Oct 183 min read

Exploring the Least Racist Countries in Europe: A Look at Unity, Diversity, and Racial Equality

Europe, a continent of over 742 million people, is home to diverse cultures, countries, and social backgrounds. Every year, millions of...

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France Issues Temporary Visas to Six Russian Soldiers Fleeing Ukraine War

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Oct 172 min read

France Issues Temporary Visas to Six Russian Soldiers Fleeing Ukraine War

France has granted temporary visas to six Russian soldiers who fled the war in Ukraine, marking a significant development that could...

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EU Delays Entry/Exit System Launch Again Amid Readiness Issues from Key Countries

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Oct 162 min read

EU Delays Entry/Exit System Launch Again Amid Readiness Issues from Key Countries

The European Union has once again postponed the implementation of its new Entry/Exit System (EES), which had been scheduled to launch on...

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France vs Germany: Which Country Rejects More Schengen Visa Applications from Indian Nationals?

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Oct 152 min read

France vs Germany: Which Country Rejects More Schengen Visa Applications from Indian Nationals?

Each year, thousands of Indians apply for Schengen visas to visit European countries, with France and Germany being two of the top...

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Portugal Launches Investigation into Golden Visa Funds with 'Guaranteed Buyback' Agreements

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Oct 142 min read

Portugal Launches Investigation into Golden Visa Funds with 'Guaranteed Buyback' Agreements

Portugal has initiated an investigation into the market activities of several venture capital funds, following concerns raised by Golden...

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Norway to End Family Reunification for Single Parents Over 60: Draft Proposal Submitted for Consultation

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Oct 112 min read

Norway to End Family Reunification for Single Parents Over 60: Draft Proposal Submitted for Consultation

Norway is moving forward with plans that could soon prevent single parents over the age of 60 from being entitled to family reunification...

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Croatia to Extend EU Blue Card Validity from Two to Four Years: Changes in Immigration Law Expected Soon

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Oct 102 min read

Croatia to Extend EU Blue Card Validity from Two to Four Years: Changes in Immigration Law Expected Soon

Croatia is preparing to double the validity period of the EU Blue Card, allowing highly qualified foreign workers to remain in the...

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Schengen Countries With the Highest Visa Rejection Rates in 2023

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Oct 92 min read

Schengen Countries With the Highest Visa Rejection Rates in 2023

Travellers from many non-EU countries must apply for a visa to enter the Schengen Area, but the 27 member states have varying rejection...

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France and Germany Lead in Schengen Visa Applications, But Preferences Vary by Nationality

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Oct 82 min read

France and Germany Lead in Schengen Visa Applications, But Preferences Vary by Nationality

France and Germany continue to dominate as the top two destinations for Schengen visa applications, with France receiving the highest...

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Hamburg Sees Surge in Naturalisation Applications Following New German Citizenship Law

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Oct 72 min read

Hamburg Sees Surge in Naturalisation Applications Following New German Citizenship Law

Nearly 6,000 naturalisation applications have been submitted in Hamburg, Germany, since the country’s new naturalisation law came into...

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Lithuanian Parliament Passes New Language Requirements for Foreign Workers Starting 2026

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Oct 42 min read

Lithuanian Parliament Passes New Language Requirements for Foreign Workers Starting 2026

Lithuania’s parliament has recently passed amendments that will require foreigners and the companies employing them to serve clients in...

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Finnish Citizenship Act Introduces New Residency Requirements Starting October 2024

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Oct 32 min read

Finnish Citizenship Act Introduces New Residency Requirements Starting October 2024

As of October 1, 2024, new changes to the Finnish Citizenship Act will require candidates for Finnish citizenship to have resided in the...

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Large Number of Russians & Belarusians Continue Using Estonia’s E-Residency Program Despite Restrictions

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Sep 302 min read

Large Number of Russians & Belarusians Continue Using Estonia’s E-Residency Program Despite Restrictions

Despite ongoing restrictions, a significant number of Russian and Belarusian nationals continue to hold Estonian e-residency and operate...

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Bulgaria Expects Schengen Membership Decision by Year-End

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Sep 272 min read

Bulgaria Expects Schengen Membership Decision by Year-End

Bulgaria is optimistic that a decision regarding its full membership in the Schengen Area will be made by the end of this year....

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Italian Government Plans to Expand Temporary Work Visa Application Days

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Sep 262 min read

Italian Government Plans to Expand Temporary Work Visa Application Days

The Italian government has announced plans to increase the number of days each year when foreigners can apply for temporary work visas,...

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Poland’s Visa System Faces New Scandal Over Unlawful Issuance of Schengen Visas to Russians

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Sep 252 min read

Poland’s Visa System Faces New Scandal Over Unlawful Issuance of Schengen Visas to Russians

A recent report from Poland’s Supreme Audit Office (NIK) has uncovered a new scandal within the country’s visa system, revealing that the...

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EU Officially Abolishes Visa Requirements for Kosovo Citizens with Serbian Passports

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Sep 242 min read

EU Officially Abolishes Visa Requirements for Kosovo Citizens with Serbian Passports

The Official Gazette of the European Union has published a new regulation, dated September 18, which was signed on the same day by...

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EU and Armenia Discuss Visa Liberalisation in High-Level Meeting

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Sep 232 min read

EU and Armenia Discuss Visa Liberalisation in High-Level Meeting

The issue of visa liberalisation between the European Union and Armenia was a key topic in a meeting today between Armenia’s Minister of...

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