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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Lisbon Set to Double Tourist Tax: What Travellers Need to Know

Travellers planning a trip to Portugal should be aware of an upcoming increase in the “tourist tax” in Lisbon. Starting soon, tourists staying in Lisbon will be required to pay €4 per night spent at accommodation facilities. This change comes as the city council approved a doubling of the fee, which applies to anyone staying…
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Schengen Visa: EU Introduces 5-Year Schengen Visas For Citizens of Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia

European Union (EU) announces a new five-year Schengen visa for citizens of Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia boosting travel and strengthening ties between the EU and GCC. The announcement was made by EU foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, during the opening session of the first high-level Forum on Regional Security and Co-operation between the bloc…
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UK Rejects EU Youth Mobility Deal

The UK government has decided against striking a post-Brexit agreement with the European Union (EU) to facilitate easier living, studying, and working opportunities for young British citizens within the EU. Recently, the European Commission proposed a “youth mobility scheme“ for UK citizens aged 18-30, urging EU member states to engage in discussions. However, the UK,…
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New Schengen Visa Rules Bring Multi-Entry and 5-Year Validity Options for Indian Citizens

Citizens of India will soon be able to get a five-year, multi-entry Schengen visa the European Union (EU) has adopted more favourable Schengen visa rules for Indian nationals. In a statement released on April 18, 2024, an EU delegation to India and Bhutan announced the introduction of new regulations aimed at simplifying the visa acquisition…
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Preserving Lake Como: Lake Como Plans Daytripper Fee

Following the footsteps of Venice, another Italian town may soon implement measures to combat overtourism. The picturesque city of Como, situated along the renowned Lake Como, is considering implementing a tourist levy for daily visitors.  Italy’s third-largest lake attracts up to 1.4 million visitors annually to its shores. The influx of tourists is becoming overwhelming…
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