Norway plans to increase its language proficiency requirement for permanent residency applicants from A1 to A2 in spoken Norwegian, according to the Ministry of Justice and Public Security. The new rule aims to ensure permanent residents are thoroughly integrated into society. The Ministry emphasised that applicants should demonstrate a certain level of Norwegian proficiency before…
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Hungary is following in Portugal’s footsteps by removing the real estate investment option from its Golden Visa Program. This decision, effective before January 1, 2025, will no longer allow wealthy foreigners to invest at least €500,000 in Hungarian properties in exchange for residency. Hungary relaunched its Golden Visa program earlier this year and is now…
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Iceland is considering a referendum on joining the European Union (EU), with a vote planned no later than 2027. Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir’s new government has pledged to assess the pros and cons of retaining the Icelandic krona versus adopting the euro. Incoming Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, leader of the pro-EU Liberal Reform Party,…
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The Christmas season is a time of joy, celebration, and often, travel. Whether you’re planning a festive getaway to a Schengen country or reuniting with loved ones in the UK, ensuring your travel plans go smoothly requires preparation. Here are essential tips for navigating immigration and visa requirements during the busy holiday season. 1. Prepare…
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The number of UK holidaymakers to Italy has steadily grown over the years, reaching approximately 6.2 million in 2024. Travellers heading to Rome are being advised to prepare for an exceptionally busy year as the Holy (or Jubilee) Year begins on December 24, 2024, and runs until January 6, 2026. Held every 25 years, the…
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