Category: Schengen Visas

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Estonia to Tighten Eligibility for E-Residency Over Security Concerns

Estonia, known for its pioneering e-residency program, is now looking to tighten the reins on who can access this digital gateway.  Estonia’s e-Residency program, launched in 2014, has become a unique tool in the global competition for foreign investment and talent. This innovative state-issued initiative allows foreigners to obtain a digital identity card, giving them…
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France to Reinstate Schengen Border Checks Amid Security Concerns

Starting from November 1, 2024, France will reintroduce border checks at its Schengen zone borders, impacting six countries: Luxembourg, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, and Italy. This measure will be in place until April 1st, 2025, with the French government citing concerns over terrorism and irregular migration as the driving forces behind the decision. Travellers from…
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EU Lifts Visa Requirements for Kosovo Citizens with Serbian Passports

Kosovo citizens who hold Serbian passports issued by the Serbian Coordination Directorate (Koordinaciona uprava) can now enjoy visa-free travel to the Schengen Zone for short-term stays. This long-awaited change, implemented on October 13, 2024, aligns the visa regulations for all citizens of the Western Balkans, granting them similar travel rights. The new regulation was signed…
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Finland Tightens Citizenship Rules

Finland’s new citizenship rules, effective from October 1, 2024. The required residency for citizenship has been extended from five to eight years, with the aim of promoting integration through language proficiency and long-term commitment. While most applicants must now reside in Finland for eight years, the requirement drops to five years for those fluent in…
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Belgium Travel Alert: UK Foreign Office Issues New Guidance for Tourists

UK travellers planning a trip to Belgium are being urged to stay cautious following an important travel update from the UK Foreign Office.  Belgium, a favourite destination for city breaks, especially in the colder months thanks to its enchanting Christmas markets, is now flagged for potential risks related to terrorism, strikes, and demonstrations. In the…
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