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France Strikes Again: What Travellers Need to Know About July Flight Disruptions

If you’re flying in or over France this week, your summer getaway might be in for some turbulence, and not the kind caused by weather. French air traffic controllers have announced planned strike action for July 3 and 4, just as the summer travel rush begins. The walkouts could lead to widespread flight delays and…
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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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France Sends Home the Most Non-EU Citizens in 2024

France has once again topped the list of European countries ordering non-EU nationals to leave its territory, according to the latest figures from Eurostat, the EU’s statistics agency. In 2024, a total of 453,920 people were told to leave EU countries, a 4% increase compared to 2023. In the final three months of the year…
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Stricter French Language Requirements: What Foreigners in France Need to Know

Thousands of foreigners living in France could soon face significant challenges as the country introduces stricter language requirements. According to a recent report, approximately 300,000 people will be required to meet new language standards, with up to 60,000 at risk of failing the tests – potentially jeopardising their right to stay in France. Under the…
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Protest Planned Against France and Germany’s Border Check

A Europe-wide protest led by the political party Volt Europa is set to take place on November 2nd, challenging France and Germany’s decision to reintroduce border controls, which the party claims undermines European unity and freedom of movement. Participants from across Europe will gather at 13:00 at the Les P’tites Pousses childcare center in Apach,…
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