Category: Brexit

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

UK Extends Transition to eVisa System Until March 2025

The UK government has announced a grace period until March 2025 to help visa holders transition from physical immigration documents to the fully digital eVisa system.  According to The Guardian, UK nationals residing overseas have difficulty accessing the system required to download the new eVisas, and as a result, they may have been barred from…
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Switch to UK eVisa Before Year-End: What You Need to Know

The UK Home Office is phasing out physical immigration documents, such as Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) and visa vignettes, in favor of a digital system known as eVisa.  Here’s what you need to do before the end of the year to ensure a smooth transition. An eVisa is a digital proof of immigration status in…
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How the UK’s ETA Will Change Travel for Americans in 2025

For years, Americans visiting the UK have enjoyed a seamless entry experience, often simply scanning their passports upon arrival with little to no additional screening. However, starting January 8, 2025, this process will change as the UK introduces the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system for visa-exempt travellers. Here’s everything you need to know about the…
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Romania’s Path to Schengen Membership: Austria Considers Lifting Veto

Romania is closer than ever to full Schengen membership, with Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu suggesting that Romania’s land borders could join the Schengen Zone by March 2025.  While Romania gained partial Schengen access by air and sea on March 31, 2024, its land borders remain restricted. After years of blocking Romania and Bulgaria’s Schengen membership…
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Slovenia Implements Language Test for Foreign Nationals Applying for Permanent Residency

Slovenia has introduced stricter language requirements for foreign nationals seeking permanent residency or permit extensions for family reunification.  As of November 1, 2024, all applicants for a permanent residence permit or those renewing their family reunification permits must demonstrate basic proficiency in Slovenian. Applicants now need to pass an A2-level Slovenian language test to meet…
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