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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

EU Membership: Ukraine and Moldova Take Steps Toward Joining The EU

The European Union is officially beginning the process of welcoming Ukraine and Moldova as potential new members. On June 25, the EU’s Economic and Financial Affairs (ECOFIN) Council, which includes ministers from all 27 member countries, decided to start accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova.  “I am grateful to everyone on our team who worked…
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US Visa Waiver Program: Romania Near Admission

Romania is close to joining the US Visa Waiver Program, according to Dan-Andrei Muraru, the Romanian ambassador to the United States. “We’re in the final stages,” Muraru said, “and by the end of the American fiscal year on October 1, we’re confident we’ll meet the requirement of having a visa rejection rate below 3% for…
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Australia Cracks Down on Student Visa Loopholes

Starting July 1, 2024, Australia will tighten its rules on student visa applications to prevent what officials call “visa hopping.” This move aims to close loopholes that have allowed visa holders to extend their stay in the country indefinitely. Key Changes: The government cites a report from the Grattan Institute, which found that 32% of…
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Greece Travel Warning: Extreme Heatwaves

British holidaymakers planning to visit Greece have been given an urgent warning about extreme heat waves hitting the country. Temperatures have reached up to 43°C, causing schools and popular tourist sites to close temporarily due to the intense heat. As summer begins and many tourists flock to the Greek islands, local authorities are urging everyone…
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Namibia Considers Tourist Visa for UK Holidaymakers

Namibia is planning to introduce a tourist visa requirement for UK visitors in response to new travel rules imposed by the UK on Namibian citizens. In July 2023, the UK Government unexpectedly started requiring Namibians to obtain a visa before visiting the UK, ending a previous agreement that allowed visa-free stays of up to six…
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