Category: Germany

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Schengen Countries with the Most Short-Term Visa Applications in 2023 

Non-EU nationals residing in the United Kingdom, whose home countries do not have a visa waiver agreement with the Schengen Area, must apply for a visa to travel to the bloc. As of January 2021, British nationals are subject to immigration rules for third-countries, meaning they can stay a maximum of 90 days within any…
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Simplified EU Single Permit Rules Begin on May 20

On 12 April 2024, the European Council formally adopted the revision of the European Union’s Single Permit Directive, marking a significant step forward in simplifying the migration process for non-EU nationals. The updated directive, which revises the original 2011 version, sets out streamlined administrative procedures for obtaining a single permit that grants both the right…
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Visa-Free Travel To China Extended To 2025

In a further move to jump-start the tourism industry and revitalise its travel sector and international influence, China has extended visa-free travel for 11 European countries and Malaysia until the end of 2025. The visa-free scheme has been announced in stages since the start of 2024 and was initially set to last for one year. …
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US Reissues Level 2 Travel Warning To Germany

Germany has long been one of the most popular countries in the world for American tourists to visit.  Despite its reputation as a generally safe country visit, the US State Department issued the advisory on May 1, ranking the travel advisory on a scale of two out of four. This means that those travelling to…
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Eurostar Introduces New Flexible Tickets

Eurostar has just unveiled its latest game-changer for travellers: new flexible tickets that promise to simplify and enhance your travel experience. Starting this November, Eurostar passengers can take advantage of a groundbreaking policy allowing them to exchange their tickets without incurring any extra fees. This means travellers can adjust their plans as many times as…
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