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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

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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Potential Delays in Europe’s Entry/Exit System

The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) has been a source of expectation and alarm for both passengers and authorities, but recent events indicate that its deployment may face yet another delay.  The EES was originally scheduled to launch in May 2022, however, it has been postponed several times, with the latest goal date set for October…
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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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