Category: Immigration updates

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Turkish Travellers Granted Access to Greek Islands with Special Visa Program

In a bid to ease historical tensions between Greece and Turkey, Greek officials inaugurated a new vacation visa terminal specifically designed for Turkish visitors on April 1, 2024. The newly introduced limited-access visa permits Turkish citizens to explore ten Greek islands for up to seven days without requiring full access to the European Union’s passport-free…
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Travellers From 12 Non-EU Countries Need Visas to Transit Romania

Romania has at last joined Europe’s extensive Schengen area, signifying a pivotal milestone in their 13-year path toward greater integration. Following Romania’s Schengen accession on  March 31, 2024, travellers from several countries who need to make a stopover or transfer from an international flight in Romania will need visas in order to be able to…
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Bulgaria and Romania Join Schengen Zone For Air And Sea Routes

Bulgaria and Romania joined Europe’s Schengen area of free movement on March 31, opening up travel by air and sea without border checks. After a 13-year wait, the 27 EU member states have unanimously agreed to welcome Bulgaria and Romania into the zone renowned for its free movement of people, goods, services, and capital. With…
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Greece Beach Rules 2024

Greece is a popular beach destination but there are some drawbacks. The overwhelming number of tourists has resulted in overcrowding. The increasing number of sunbeds on Greece’s beaches prompted the local residents to petition for beach space last year, and it appears that they are finally being heard. This spring, Greece will be introducing new…
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New Rules For British Nationals Driving in France

British citizens living in France have been warned of new driving laws that are coming into force. The French Government has unveiled new regulations regarding the presentation of driving licences, aiming to streamline the process and enhance security measures. Under the updated legislation, motorists will now have the option to carry an electronic version of…
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