Category: Immigration updates

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Germany to Reinstate Border Controls at All Land Borders Starting September 16

Germany has announced plans to reintroduce temporary internal border controls at all its land borders, starting on September 16. This move aims to enhance national security and tackle the rise in irregular migration and initially will last for six months with the option of being renewed. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser revealed that the border checks…
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EU Rejects Relaxing Post-Brexit Restrictions on UK Musicians Touring Europe

The European Union has ruled out easing post-Brexit restrictions for British artists touring Europe, citing the need for substantial changes to existing EU regulations. This is a setback for the UK’s Labour government, which had promised to reduce barriers for performers, such as additional travel permits and merchandise restrictions. Internal EU documents reveal that any…
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Hungary To Support Romania’s Full Schengen Membership by the End of 2024

Hungary’s Foreign Affairs and Trade Minister, Péter Szijjártó, announced during a visit to Bucharest that the Hungarian government is committed to helping Romania fully join the Schengen Area by the end of 2024. The Schengen Zone, which includes most EU countries, allows for free movement without internal land border controls. While Romania and Bulgaria are…
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New Zealand Hikes Tourist Tax: How It Will Affect Your Visit

Planning a trip to New Zealand? Starting October 1, 2024, the cost of entry will be significantly higher, with the country’s International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) set to nearly triple. The IVL, originally introduced in 2019 to support environmental conservation efforts, will increase from NZ$35 to NZ$100. This hike comes despite international tourist…
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UK Invests £10.5 Million to Prepare for New EU Entry/Exit System

The UK government has announced a £10.5 million investment to prepare for the upcoming EU Entry/Exit System (EES), a new digital border control system set to launch in November 2024. Under the EES, travellers from the UK and other non-EU countries will need to register their fingerprints and facial biometrics when they first cross the…
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