EUROPE NEWS 7/34

Jun 202 min read

China and Brazil Emerge as Top Sources of Tourists to the EU in 2024, Survey Finds

Brazilian and Chinese travellers are poised to be the largest long-haul markets visiting Europe this summer, with 62 percent of Brazilian...

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Croatia Receives 38,511 Visa Applications in First Year as Schengen Member

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Jun 192 min read

Croatia Receives 38,511 Visa Applications in First Year as Schengen Member

In its inaugural year as a Schengen state member in 2023, Croatia processed 38,511 visa applications, representing 0.37 percent of the...

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Germany Remains Top Choice for Multiple-Entry Schengen Visas in 2024, Data Reveal

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Jun 182 min read

Germany Remains Top Choice for Multiple-Entry Schengen Visas in 2024, Data Reveal

Travelers seeking a short-term visa that allows multiple entries into Schengen Area countries should consider applying for a German...

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Common Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Schengen Visa in 2024

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Jun 172 min read

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Schengen Visa in 2024

Applying for a Schengen Visa in 2024 remains a complex and meticulous process, requiring applicants to gather numerous documents, attend...

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7 EU Countries Offering Visas to Foreign Medical Professionals Due to Dire Shortages

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Jun 142 min read

7 EU Countries Offering Visas to Foreign Medical Professionals Due to Dire Shortages

Several EU countries are grappling with significant shortages in the healthcare sector, according to the 2023 EURES report on shortages...

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Lithuania to Revoke Citizenship for Dual Citizens Supporting Aggressors

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Jun 132 min read

Lithuania to Revoke Citizenship for Dual Citizens Supporting Aggressors

Lithuania is poised to revoke the citizenship of dual citizens who demonstrate support for aggressors and pose a threat to national...

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Greece Launches Platform for Hiring Egyptian Seasonal Workers in Agriculture

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Jun 122 min read

Greece Launches Platform for Hiring Egyptian Seasonal Workers in Agriculture

As of June 10, 2024, employers in Greece can now submit applications to hire Egyptian seasonal workers in the agricultural sector through...

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EU Maintains Schengen Visa Fees for Certain Countries Despite Increase

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Jun 111 min read

EU Maintains Schengen Visa Fees for Certain Countries Despite Increase

Beginning June 11, Schengen visa fees are set to rise by 12.5 percent for both adults and children, as confirmed by the Official Journal...

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Denmark Introduces New Regulations for Healthcare Foreign Workers from July 1

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Jun 102 min read

Denmark Introduces New Regulations for Healthcare Foreign Workers from July 1

The Danish Parliament has unveiled new regulations regarding foreign workers in the healthcare sector, as disclosed by the...

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ECB Poised for First Interest Rate Cut Since 2019

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Jun 72 min read

ECB Poised for First Interest Rate Cut Since 2019

The European Central Bank (ECB) is on the brink of cutting interest rates for the first time since September 2019, with Christine Lagarde...

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Hungary’s New Golden Visa Launches on July 1: Here’s All You Need to Know

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Jun 72 min read

Hungary’s New Golden Visa Launches on July 1: Here’s All You Need to Know

Starting July 1, wealthy nationals from countries outside the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) will be eligible to...

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Italian Passport Remains Europe’s Most Powerful in June 2024

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Jun 62 min read

Italian Passport Remains Europe’s Most Powerful in June 2024

The Italian passport has been recognized as the most powerful passport in Europe and the second-strongest in the world, providing Italian...

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Portugal Tightens Migration Rules for Non-EU Citizens Under New Government

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Jun 52 min read

Portugal Tightens Migration Rules for Non-EU Citizens Under New Government

The new government of Portugal has decided to tighten migration rules for all non-EU citizens. Known for having one of the most liberal...

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Spain to Ban Housing Investments for Golden Visas to Curb Property Inflation

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Jun 42 min read

Spain to Ban Housing Investments for Golden Visas to Curb Property Inflation

The Spanish government is set to prohibit investments that lead to increased housing prices in exchange for a residence permit through...

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Italy to Reinstate Border Controls for G7 Summit

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Jun 32 min read

Italy to Reinstate Border Controls for G7 Summit

All travelers entering Italy between June 5 and June 18 will face internal border controls due to the upcoming summit of the Leaders of...

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Brazilians and North Americans Lead Investments in Portugal’s Golden Visa Program

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May 312 min read

Brazilians and North Americans Lead Investments in Portugal’s Golden Visa Program

Interest in Portugal’s Golden Visa Program remains high, especially among nationals of Brazil and North America, despite the removal of...

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Schengen Visa Fees Remain Unchanged for Armenians, Confirms Foreign Ministry

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May 302 min read

Schengen Visa Fees Remain Unchanged for Armenians, Confirms Foreign Ministry

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia has reassured its citizens that the recent decision by the EU to increase Schengen visa fees...

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Comprehensive Guide to Schengen Travel Insurance: Navigating Requirements, Coverage, and Best Practices

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May 293 min read

Comprehensive Guide to Schengen Travel Insurance: Navigating Requirements, Coverage, and Best Practices

Schengen travel insurance, a requisite stipulated by Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 of the European Parliament, holds significant importance...

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ECB's Lane Signals Interest Rate Cut Amid Wage Growth Concerns

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May 282 min read

ECB's Lane Signals Interest Rate Cut Amid Wage Growth Concerns

The European Central Bank (ECB) is gearing up for an interest rate cut in the coming month, according to the ECB's chief economist Philip...

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Norway Tightens Entry Rules for Russians, Closes Border Crossing Point in Response to Ukraine Conflict

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May 282 min read

Norway Tightens Entry Rules for Russians, Closes Border Crossing Point in Response to Ukraine Conflict

Norway has opted to further limit the entry of Russian nationals into the country by shutting down the only remaining border crossing...

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