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How To Apply for Romania Schengen Visa in the UK

Nestled in Southeastern Europe, Romania is a country where history and nature blend seamlessly. It shares borders with Ukraine to the north, Moldova to the northeast, Bulgaria to the south, Serbia to the southwest, and Hungary to the west, while its eastern coastline stretches along the Black Sea, providing vital maritime access. The landscape is…
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New Sponsorship Rules for Care Workers in England: What Employers Need to Know

The UK government has introduced new rules for sponsoring care workers and senior care workers under the Skilled Worker route.  These changes aim to support displaced care staff already in the UK while reducing worker exploitation in the care sector. According to the update, before sponsoring new recruits from overseas or from other immigration categories,…
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New UK Immigration Statistics

New Immigration Statistics for Year Ending December 2024

UK Net migration for the year ending December 2024 was approximately 728,000, marking a 20% drop from the previous year. But what really contributed to this drop, and where do we go from here? UK Immigration Statistics: What the Latest Data Tells Us The UK’s immigration landscape is shifting. With visa approvals dropping, asylum applications…
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Update on UK Skilled Worker Salary Requirement: What Employers and Workers Need to Know

The UK government announced key updates to the Skilled Worker visa salary requirements and changes to the sponsorship process for care workers and senior care workers on 12 March 2025. These changes will take effect on 9 April 2025 and will directly impact both employers and migrant workers. The minimum salary threshold for Skilled Worker visa applicants will…
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Vietnam Extends Visa Waiver for Schengen Nationals Until 2028

Vietnam has extended its visa-free entry policy for passport holders from eight Schengen countries, allowing them to visit without a visa until March 14, 2028. This extension applies to nationals of France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the UK, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland, who can stay in Vietnam for up to 45…
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