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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Who’s Affected by the US’s Latest Travel Ban?

US President Donald Trump has signed a new presidential proclamation banning or restricting travel from 19 countries.  Citizens from 12 countries are completely banned from entering the United States, while people from 7 other countries face partial restrictions. This is part of Trump’s broader immigration crackdown, which he promised during his election campaign. The travel…
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UK Redesigns Airspace for a Sustainable Future

The United Kingdom is set to completely redesign its airspace for the first time since the 1950s. The overhaul aims to reduce flight delays, lower pollution, and make space for new aviation technologies like drones and flying taxis. According to the Department for Transport (DfT), the changes will help planes fly faster and more efficiently,…
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Top 5 Schengen Countries Most Likely to Reject Your Visa in 2025

Planning a trip to Europe in 2025? Make sure to do your homework first—some Schengen countries are getting stricter with their visa approvals.  Recent data shows that certain nations are more likely to say “no” to your application, often due to incomplete paperwork, vague travel plans, or insufficient financial proof.  Here are the top 5…
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Schengen Visa Application: Which Countries Are in Highest Demand in 2024

The European Commission has released new data showing that in 2024, consulates of EU and Schengen-associated countries received over 11.7 million short-stay visa applications. This marks a 13.6% increase compared to 2023 (10.3 million applications) and a 56% jump from 2022 (7.5 million). However, the numbers are still below pre-pandemic levels. Notably, Bulgaria and Romania…
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Europe Opens Doors To Top US Researchers

As political tension and science funding cuts shake the United States, the European Union is stepping up with a bold offer: a stable, well-funded home for American researchers. And to make that promise real, Europe is cutting red tape and speeding up visas. The EU is actively working to attract US-based scientists, researchers, and innovators…
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