Category: UK Immigration

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Companies Lobby To Drop Shopping ‘Travel Tax’ as Tourists Choose EU

Tax-free shopping is one of the benefits of travelling abroad. This encourages tourism and boosts local economies by attracting foreign shoppers.  This benefit expired in the United Kingdom when the country exited the EU in December 2020. Previously, travellers from non-EU countries were eligible for the incentive. Non-EU visitors used to be able to present…
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British Passports Embrace King’s Name

For the first time in more than 70 years, the wording on British passports is going to change. British passports will be issued in King Charles III’s name. The updated passports are the latest stage in the gradual transition in reigns, with stamps and some coins now carrying the King’s head. Banknotes will begin to…
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Record Number of British Nationals Regretting Brexit

British nationals are increasingly regretting their decision to leave the European Union despite Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s claims that it was beneficial to the UK. The majority of British nationals would vote to rejoin the EU, with more than 60 percent believing Brexit to have been more of a failure than a success, according to…
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Travel Safety Warning: British Holidaymakers Going To Spain

British holidaymakers aiming to travel to mainland Europe this summer are being urged to check in with operators before starting their trip. A warning has been put in place for those travelling to Spain from the UK as the Foreign Office changes its guidance. On 17 July, a new alert was issued for anyone visiting…
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Europe Heatwave: Should You Travel Amid Extreme Heat?

Europeans do enjoy a little heat, but the scorching Cerberus heatwave is pushing the limits. Parts of Europe are forecast to see record-breaking temperatures in the coming days, posing potential dangers to travellers.   As the Mediterranean attracts hordes of tourists for the summer holiday season, the sweltering heat has caused widespread disruptions and raised serious…
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