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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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UK Issues Travel Warning as Heatwave Grips Europe

Planning a European getaway? You might want to think twice before heading to your usual sun-soaked spots. The UK Foreign Office has issued heatwave travel warnings for popular destinations including Spain, Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus, as extreme temperatures sweep across much of Europe. With parts of Spain hitting 42°C and Portugal clocking 40.5°C, the heat…
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Frontex To Launch Digital Tool to Support EES Rollout Across Schengen

As the European Union prepares to implement the Entry/Exit System (EES) later this year, Frontex, the EU’s border control agency, has introduced a new mobile app aimed at making border crossings faster and more efficient for non-EU travellers. The app, called Travel to Europe, allows travellers to pre-register their personal and travel information before arriving…
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UK Aims to Attract Global Talent with Easier Visa Routes

The UK government has released a new industrial strategy focused on growing the economy by attracting more skilled workers and researchers from around the world. As part of the new plan, the UK aims to make it easier for highly skilled individuals—especially those in fast-growing industries—to come to the country.  This includes: The government has…
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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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EU Reforms Hand Luggage Fees

In a major win for air passengers, European lawmakers have backed a proposal that will ban airlines from charging extra fees for basic hand luggage. If the law goes through, travellers across the EU will be entitled to bring a personal item and a piece of hand luggage free of charge. The move, approved by…
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