The Swiss government has announced plans to tighten border checks to combat irregular immigration, enhance security, and reduce cross-border crime. Switzerland’s Federal Council has approved a motion calling for increased border controls. The proposal, put forward by the Council of States’ Committee on Political Institutions, aims to: Additionally, the plan includes measures to ensure that…
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As labour shortages continue to impact various sectors across Europe, several EU countries have decided to increase the salary requirements for foreign professionals seeking an EU Blue Card in 2025. Despite the ongoing demand for skilled workers, Austria, Germany, and Hungary have implemented higher income thresholds, making it more challenging for non-EU professionals to qualify.…
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The German Missions in the United Kingdom have updated their consular districts, affecting where UK residents can apply for a German Schengen visa. As of February 1, 2025, the German Consulate in Edinburgh will only process Schengen visa applications for residents of Scotland. This includes both UK nationals and foreign residents holding a residence permit…
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Germany is extending temporary border checks beyond March 15, 2025, with controls expected to remain in place until at least June 2025, Interior Minister Nancy Faeser announced on January 30. While border-free travel is a key feature of the Schengen Area, Germany argues that these checks are necessary due to ongoing security concerns and migration…
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Travellers heading to Europe will have another year before the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) border checks come into effect, with the latest estimate pushing implementation to November 2025. Doug Bannister, CEO of the Port of Dover, has confirmed that EES is not expected to be implemented at the Channel ports before November 2025. This…
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