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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Australia: International Travel Ban Extended to June

Australia officially announced the extension of its international travel ban into June. It has been reported that Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt announced the country’s “human biosecurity emergency period” was extended by an additional three months from 17 March 2020 to 17 June 2021 due to the possible spread of COVID-19 from other countries. The…
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More British Nationals Support Vaccine Passport

Many international travellers will likely need to prove they are vaccinated or free of COVID-19 if they plan trips later this year.  Last week, the UK officials stated they are looking at the pros and cons of digital passports, after initially ruling them out. The UK has currently laid out a roadmap for easing COVID-19…
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Brexit: British Athletes Demand to be Visa-Free in the EU

British athletes have joined performing artists in the list of those demanding from the United Kingdom government to renegotiate with the European Union the period of visa-free stays in the EU for Brits, and the need of a work permit to perform several types of activities in the Member States. In a petition initiated by…
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EU to Adapt Vaccine Certificate

Europe’s leaders have been anxious to find a response after facing criticism for a vaccination program that lagged behind the U.S. and U.K. There’s also the prospect of a third wave of infections leading again to stricter lockdowns. A growing number of nations have issued their support for a digital certificate with common criteria such…
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USA: Biden Reverses US Work Visa Ban

US President Joe Biden has revoked the controversial US work visa ban imposed under the previous administration. President Joe Biden said that “it does not advance the interests of the United States.” Former President Trump ordered a ban on US employment-based visas shortly after the coronavirus outbreak, on the grounds that it would protect the…
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