Author: Charlie

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Hungary Assures EU: National Card Poses No Threat to Schengen

The Hungarian government has assured the EU that its National Card, which eases entry for Russian and Belarusian nationals, poses no threat to the security of the Schengen Area.  In a letter to EU Commissioner Ylva Johansson, Hungary’s Interior Minister Sandor Pinter emphasised that the National Card follows the same rigorous security checks as other…
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EU Introduces Stricter Liquid Rules for Travellers This September

If you’re travelling to a European Union (EU) destination, be aware of new rules on the size of liquids allowed in your carry-on luggage. Starting September 1, travellers flying to EU destinations must follow updated rules on the size of liquids allowed in hand luggage.  The new guidelines unify liquid limits across the EU, capping…
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EU Develops New Youth Mobility Plan with UK

According to reports, EU member states are working on a new proposal for a youth mobility scheme with the UK, following the rejection of a previous proposal in April. This effort is part of a broader attempt to reset EU-UK relations, led by the new UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz,…
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A Spanish Region Offers To Pay Digital Nomads to Relocate

Some parts of Spain desperately want fewer tourists but the region of Extremadura is doing the opposite by offering substantial financial incentives to attract new residents, especially digital nomads. Located on the border with Portugal, Extremadura is a less-visited and remote region of Spain. Despite its rich cultural heritage, including three UNESCO World Heritage sites,…
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Edinburgh Set to Implement Tourist Tax by 2026

Edinburgh is poised to become the first city in Scotland to implement a tourist tax. Scheduled for introduction in the summer of 2026, this new levy aims to generate significant revenue for the city, providing much-needed funds to address critical issues like housing and urban infrastructure. With an expected income of £45-50 million annually by…
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