Category: EEA

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Post-Brexit Travel: Delays Expected with EU’s Entry/Exit System Rollout

The European Council has previously announced the implementation of the Entry/Exit system (EES) which is expected to be in October this year. British travellers will face extra red tape under the new system, which requires fingerprinting and a facial biometric. EES is an automated IT system for registering citizens from “third countries”, which means everywhere…
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EU Settlement Scheme: Late Applications Accepted for EU Citizens under Revised Scheme

In recent guidance, the Home Office has confirmed that EU citizens who were residing in the United Kingdom (UK) before Brexit, possess permanent residence cards, and were unaware of the EU settled scheme have the opportunity for late applications under the EU settled scheme. The Home Office previously stated that it would not allow people…
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UK Immigration Health Surcharge Fee Price Hike Delayed

The Immigration Health Surcharge increase, initially planned for January 16, 2024, has been postponed due to a Parliamentary debate. The government’s planned hike to the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) is now due to be implemented on 31 January 2024 at the earliest. This delay provides a brief window of opportunity for those needing to submit…
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French Parliament Extends Stay for British Citizens with Second Homes

In a surprising turn amidst the tightening immigration policies in France, the French Parliament has voted to extend the stay duration for British citizens who own second homes in the country.  This significant move comes in response to post-Brexit restrictions that previously limited stays to 90 days within every 180 days, compelling those wanting longer…
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UK’s New Tough Visa Rules To Cut Migration

The UK government unveiled a robust ‘five-point plan’ on December 4, 2023, intending to significantly decrease net migration, which has surged to an all-time high. Home Secretary James Cleverly introduced a comprehensive strategy to restrain immigration, highlighting the pressing need to address its alarming levels, which he deemed “far too high.” Central to these measures…
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