China is opening its doors wider than ever with a recent expansion of its visa-free entry program, now allowing citizens from seven additional countries to visit for up to 15 days without needing a visa. This move is part of China’s broader effort to revive international tourism and stimulate economic growth after the pandemic years…
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Slovenia has introduced stricter language requirements for foreign nationals seeking permanent residency or permit extensions for family reunification. As of November 1, 2024, all applicants for a permanent residence permit or those renewing their family reunification permits must demonstrate basic proficiency in Slovenian. Applicants now need to pass an A2-level Slovenian language test to meet…
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Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport is implementing a significant 41% increase in airline fees starting in 2025. According to the Royal Schiphol Group, the revenue from these increased charges will go towards noise reduction, infrastructure improvements, and employee working conditions. In addition to the upcoming increase, fees are expected to rise by another 6% in 2026, followed…
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In a bold move to attract and retain skilled talent, Sweden has significantly slashed the processing time for EU Blue Card applications. Now, qualified applicants can expect to wait just 30 days for approval, down from the previous 90-day timeline. This change aims to draw more high-skilled workers to Sweden, addressing labour shortages across multiple…
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Dealing with flight delays and cancellations is frustrating enough, but the process of getting a refund can make it even worse. Fortunately, new rules issued by the Department of Transportation (DoT) in October 2024 make things easier for travellers by requiring automatic refunds from airlines when flights are cancelled or severely modified. As of October…
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