Category: Immigration updates

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Japan and Luxembourg Launch Working Holiday Program

Japan and Luxembourg have established a bilateral program that permits citizens of both countries to travel and work in each other’s nations for up to one year. Under this program, Luxembourg citizens aged 18 to 30 can visit Japan for a year and work while they stay. Similarly, Japanese citizens within the same age range…
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EU Confirms November 2024 Launch Date for New Entry/Exit System

The European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), designed to enhance border checks for non-EU visitors, is set to launch on November 10, 2024. EU Home Affairs Commissioner Ylva Johansson confirmed the date, marking the first time the EU has provided a specific launch date for this new digital border system. Previously, the rollout was vaguely…
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UK Government Upholds Restrictions On International Student Visas

International students planning to study in the UK are now facing tougher visa restrictions, continuing a policy introduced by the previous Conservative government. One of the most significant changes is that most students are no longer allowed to bring family members with them. The current Labour government, through Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson, has made it…
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New Travel Warnings Issued for British Tourists Visiting Iceland

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) has issued updated travel advice for British holidaymakers heading to Iceland, focusing on driving conditions and volcanic activity. The FCDO has highlighted key differences between driving in Iceland and the United Kingdom (UK), urging travellers to exercise caution. Speed limits in Iceland are generally lower, and the…
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France Increases Schengen Visa Processing Time and Fees for Russian Applicants

In September 2022, the European Council suspended the visa facilitation agreement between the European Union and Russia, significantly complicating the process for Russian citizens looking to visit the Schengen area for short stays. France, a key member of the Schengen area, has implemented these changes, resulting in longer processing times and higher fees for Russian…
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