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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Germany to Impose New Nationwide COVID Rules In October

The German authorities have officially announced that the country will introduce new nationwide Coronavirus protection measures for autumn and winter. The announcement was made after the German Bundestag approved on September 8 a proposal of the Ministry of Health, which required new COVID measures to be applied. The new ordinance that has been voted for…
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Australia Will Extend Post-Study Work Rights For International Students

The Australian government will extend post-study work rights for foreign students who complete their graduation with degrees linked to workforce shortages. Australia will increase the duration of the post-study work rights for international students by two years. International students who complete their graduation with degrees linked to workforce shortages will be given more time to…
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EU Adopts Full Suspension of Visa Facilitation Agreement With Russia

The Council of the European Union  has adopted a decision that fully suspends the visa facilitation agreement between the European Union and Russia. As a result, the general rules of the visa code will now apply to all citizens of Russia. The new rules for Russian citizens will take effect on 12 September 2022.  Commenting…
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Denmark Resumes Working Holiday Visa For Argentinians

The Danish Ministry of Immigration and Integration will be terminating the temporary suspension of the Working Holiday Agreement with Argentina. Effective 01 October  2022, eligible Argentinian nationals can once again apply for a Danish Working Holiday residence permit.  Related articles: What is a Working Holiday Scheme The Working Holiday Visas are used by young people…
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Japan Opens Borders To Individual Foreign Travellers

Japan is finally reopening its borders to individual tourists.  The Japan Tourism Agency has revised the travel guidelines as the country prepares to welcome them. Today, 07 September  2022, Japan opened its borders to foreign travellers on unguided tours, or what travel agencies are calling self-guided tours, which can be booked by registered travel agencies.…
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