Switzerland has announced it will maintain its foreign skilled worker quota at 8,500 for 2025, matching the 2024 allocation. The Federal Council confirmed that 4,500 of these permits will be B residence permits, while 4,000 will be L short-term permits. This quota ensures Swiss companies can address labor shortages while keeping immigration controlled. The Council…
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The UK government has announced a grace period until March 2025 to help visa holders transition from physical immigration documents to the fully digital eVisa system. According to The Guardian, UK nationals residing overseas have difficulty accessing the system required to download the new eVisas, and as a result, they may have been barred from…
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The UK government has revised its travel advisory for Bangladesh, highlighting increased risks of terrorism, political unrest, and criminal activities. The updated notice, issued by the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) and the British High Commission in Dhaka, urges travellers to exercise heightened caution while in the country. The caution emphasises the risk of…
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The European Parliament has voted to permanently revoke visa-free access to the Schengen Area for Vanuatu passport holders. The decision, supported by 62 votes, with one against and two abstentions, follows concerns about Vanuatu’s investor citizenship program and its associated security risks. Since May 2022, the EU has temporarily suspended visa-free travel for Vanuatu due…
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Starting December 24, 2024, Colombian nationals will again need a visa to enter the United Kingdom (UK), reversing a 2022 decision to lift the requirement. This move comes amidst concerns over a significant rise in Colombian travelers using visitor entry for purposes not permitted under UK Immigration Rules, such as living, working, or seeking asylum.…
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