Visas, Immigration & Nationality

UK Fiancé Visa Made Simple: Requirements, Process & Tips

The UK Fiancé Visa (also known as the Fiancée Visa or Proposed Civil Partner Visa) allows someone from outside the UK to come and marry their British partner or someone settled in the UK. Someone with settled status is considered a permanent resident in the UK and can stay without any immigration time restrictions. Unlike…
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The European Regions with the Highest and Lowest Tourist Pressure

A new report by Which? Travel has shed light on a pressing issue for the travel industry and holidaymakers alike—overtourism. As millions of tourists flock to the same popular European destinations each year, the report ranks the regions under the most pressure, as well as those still offering space to breathe. This list isn’t just…
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Brexit Reset: UK and EU Agree on Simpler Travel and Immigration Rules

Nearly a decade after Brexit fractured relations, the United Kingdom and the European Union have struck a wide-ranging agreement aimed at resetting their relationship with major implications for travel, immigration, and cross-border movement. Unveiled at a summit in London, the deal marks a significant shift in UK-EU cooperation. It covers multiple areas, but for millions…
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France Updates Schengen Visa Policy for Russian Nationals

France has introduced strict new restrictions on Russian nationals applying for Schengen visas, further aligning with the European Union’s ongoing efforts to limit travel access from Russia. Under the new rules, Russian citizens holding 5-year non-biometric passports are no longer eligible to apply for Schengen visas through French visa centers. Only applicants with biometric passports…
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Investor Visa Could Return to UK

The UK government is thinking about creating a new visa program aimed at wealthy foreign nationals who are willing to invest in key industries to help boost the economy. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is considering reintroducing an investor visa focused on sectors like artificial intelligence, clean energy, and life sciences. The UK used to offer…
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Canary Islands Locals Protest Tourism Boom

Residents of Spain’s Canary Islands are once again taking to the streets to protest against overtourism, as visitor numbers hit new records in 2025. On Sunday, 18 May, demonstrations will be held across all seven main islands — El Hierro, La Palma, La Gomera, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura — starting at 11 AM.…
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