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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

France To Launch Low-Cost Rail Pass In 2024

France is set to launch a low-cost rail pass next summer. The new pass will offer passengers unlimited travel on TER regional trains and intercity trains at a fixed price.  The pass, modelled after the similar and highly successful program offered in Germany, will cost around €49 and will encourage greener travel. “It will be…
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Venice Tourism Tax To Start in 2024

Venice, Italy, is renowned for its stunning canals, historic architecture, and unique charm, making it a top destination for tourists from around the world.  In 2022, the city of Venice announced that it was going to be introducing a tourist tax. The goal is to manage the impact of tourism on the city’s infrastructure and…
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EU Judges Dismisses Parliament’s Bid To Impose Visas on Americans

United States passport holders have long travelled throughout most of the world without having to worry about visa applications. In October 2020, the European Parliament passed a resolution demanding the imposition of visas for US citizens until all EU citizens could enter the US freely. The European Union has a list of countries whose citizens…
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France Wants To End Cheap Airline Tickets To Help Environment

As the world grapples with the pressing issue of climate change, France is planning to introduce a policy to reduce carbon emissions. France is about to propose to the EU a minimum flight price policy that ends low-cost airfares. France’s Minister of Transport, Clément Beaune, has outlined plans to essentially eliminate ultra-cheap airline tickets within…
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Schengen Visa: France Offers 5-Year Schengen Visa For Indian Students

France has unveiled an enticing opportunity for Indian students by introducing a new initiative—a five-year Schengen circulation visa. Under the new scheme, Indian alumni who have a Master’s degree or above and have spent at least one semester in France will be eligible for a five-year Schengen visa. This is aimed towards fostering academic excellence,…
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