Category: EEA

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Brexit Concerns Drive Away French and German Tourists From the UK

According to recent reports, tourists from France and Germany are choosing to avoid visiting the UK due to concerns surrounding Brexit which has a negative impact on the tourism industry in the UK. Many French and German tourists are concerned about the impact of Brexit on travel to the UK. Some are worried about the…
Read more

Croatia Removed Air Border Controls With Schengen Countries

Croatia has removed its air border controls for travel to and from Schengen Area countries. Following Croatia’s accession to Europe’s Schengen Area earlier this year, Croatia eliminated its internal land and sea borders as of 01 January, though its air borders remained operational until 26 March. Now, passengers flying between Croatia and other countries within…
Read more

Heathrow Airport 10-Day Strike To Cause Disruptions Over Easter Holidays

In recent weeks, travellers have been keeping a close eye on industrial actions within the travel sector with fears of long lines, cancelled flights, and general chaos.  Security guards at London’s Heathrow Airport are going on strike over the Easter holidays. More than 1,400 security guards at the busy terminal are striking from 31 March…
Read more

UK and Spain Finally Reached A Deal On Driving Licence Exchange

The reciprocal recognition and exchange of driving licences have finally been agreed between Spain and the United Kingdom. The agreement was approved on 14 March at Spain’s Cabinet meeting which also includes the exchange of information about traffic offences affecting road safety. The agreement means that holders of a valid driving licence issued by either…
Read more

Post-Brexit: Britons Urged To Apply for New Permanent Residence Cards In Portugal

Authorities in Portugal have urged British citizens living in the country to apply for a new permanent residence card. British nationals living in Portugal and covered by the Withdrawal agreement are encouraged to apply for a permanent residence card to demonstrate their legal right to remain in the country after Brexit. Through a statement to…
Read more