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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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How a New UK-EU Deal Could Simplify Pet Travel

Before Brexit, taking your pet on holiday to the EU was easy for UK residents. You just needed a pet passport and a few checks. But things got more complicated after Brexit. Now, British travellers face more paperwork and health requirements when taking pets abroad. This includes vaccinations, certificates, and strict timelines. How Brexit Made…
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Spain Cuts 65,000 Airbnb Rentals: What Tourists Need to Know

Spain has ordered the removal of over 65,000 Airbnb listings that violate national housing regulations, marking a significant shift in how the country manages its booming tourism industry. This major move is part of a broader effort to protect local communities and promote more sustainable travel practices. Spain continues to be the top overseas destination…
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The European Regions with the Highest and Lowest Tourist Pressure

A new report by Which? Travel has shed light on a pressing issue for the travel industry and holidaymakers alike—overtourism. As millions of tourists flock to the same popular European destinations each year, the report ranks the regions under the most pressure, as well as those still offering space to breathe. This list isn’t just…
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Brexit Reset: UK and EU Agree on Simpler Travel and Immigration Rules

Nearly a decade after Brexit fractured relations, the United Kingdom and the European Union have struck a wide-ranging agreement aimed at resetting their relationship with major implications for travel, immigration, and cross-border movement. Unveiled at a summit in London, the deal marks a significant shift in UK-EU cooperation. It covers multiple areas, but for millions…
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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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