Category: UK

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Travel to Japan Made Easy with the New eVISA System

Japan has launched a new eVISA system, allowing nationals and residents from several countries to apply for short-term tourism visas online. This initiative aims to streamline the visa application process, making it more convenient for travellers and boosting tourism. Effective July 23, foreign nationals from eligible countries can apply for their visas online through the…
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UK Foreign Office Issues Guidance for Families Visiting Portugal

Year after year, British holidaymakers are drawn to Portugal for its stunning sandy beaches, breathtaking natural surroundings, and delectable local cuisine. On July 23, 2024, the Foreign Office released an update on travel advice for young people visiting Portugal, emphasising the need to be received by a parent or guardian upon arrival. In addition, the…
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Does a Passport Renewal Restart the 90-day Clock for Visiting Schengen Countries?

If you’ve recently renewed your passport, you might be wondering if it resets the 90-day rule for visiting the Schengen countries. Unfortunately, it doesn’t work that way.  While it might seem logical that a new passport without entry and exit stamps would reset your 90-day clock, this is not the case.  The rule remains the…
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UK Foreign Office Issues Heatwave Travel Warnings

Planning a summer getaway to Europe? The UK Foreign Office has a crucial message for you. Millions of British holidaymakers flock to Europe every summer, and this year is no exception. Spain, Italy, and Greece continue to top the list of summer holiday destinations. Why? They offer exactly what most Europeans crave: sun-soaked, beach-filled getaways.…
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Germany’s New Citizenship Law: Key Changes Simplified

Roughly 12 million people don’t have German citizenship despite having lived in Germany for at least ten years. According to the federal government, Germany’s naturalisation rate is only half the EU average. Germany’s updated citizenship laws, which took effect on June 27, 2024, are set to enable more people to become German citizens.  Here’s a…
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