Author: Charlie

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Spain Plans To Ban Short-Haul Domestic Flights

Tourists planning to travel to Spain for a holiday are being warned the country is banning some short-haul domestic flights as part of its plan to reduce carbon emissions. The Spanish government has proposed banning domestic short-haul flights where travellers can reach their destination within two-and-a-half hours or less by train or car. The proposed…
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Seville Plan To Charge Entry Fee For Tourists Visiting Iconic Square

Many renowned destinations have a love/hate relationship with tourists.  Attracting a significant number of visitors to diverse attractions can positively impact local economies, yet it may also have adverse consequences. The implementation of entrance fees for tourists visiting specific cultural attractions is an effective way to reduce overcrowding. Holidaymakers visiting Seville will soon be charged…
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Greece Golden Visa Program Is Set To Change

Greece will increase the threshold of the minimum investments for third-country nationals to acquire the Golden Visa. Greece is one of the last remaining countries in Europe to offer golden visas. Greece offers ‘residency by investment’ schemes that allow wealthy foreigners to ‘buy’ the right to stay in a country long term. The program was…
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Spain Travel Warning: UK Holidaymakers Staying With Family and Friends

UK holidaymakers who are visiting friends or family in Spain could cost them thousands if they don’t have a special letter of invitation.   Since Brexit, UK holidaymakers need to show proof of accommodation for their entire stay when visiting as a tourist. This is not a new rule for non-EU nationals visiting Spain. This is…
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Austria And The US Signed A New Working Holiday Agreement

Austria and the United States have launched a new Working Holiday Program which allows young Austrian and US nationals to learn about each other’s cultures and professional environments. On February 20, 2024, Austrian Ambassador Petra Schneebauer and US Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Lee Satterfield signed a Professional Development and Cultural…
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