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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

UK To Increase Visa and Healthcare Fees

The United Kingdom is set to increase the visa and health care fee for applicants from across the world due to public sector wage increases in the country. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirmed on 13 July that those who intend to visit the country will now have to pay more. The price hike comes…
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Finland: The World’s First Phone-Free Tourist Island

Technology is part of our everyday lives. Many people find it impossible to put their phone down even on holiday. However, with studies hinting at a link between social media use and depression, it’s always a good idea to think about our relationship with our mobile devices. Taking a break from the digital world is…
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Dutch Court Confirms Flight Reduction at Schiphol Airport

Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport, a bustling aviation hub in Europe, finds itself on the brink of a significant reduction in operations following the ruling by the Amsterdam Court of Appeal. In a bid to address growing environmental concerns regarding noise and air pollution, the Schiphol airport had previously unveiled plans to lower annual flight numbers from…
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Empowering Travellers: Special US Passport Acceptance Fairs

Planning a summer trip overseas and need a passport?  The US State Department is stepping in to help reduce the wait time amid the backlog and the surge of new passport applications. The US State Department will hold dozens of special passport acceptance fairs across the country in the coming weeks. “We’re hosting special passport…
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US Passport Application Backlogs Jeopardise Summer Travel Plans

Travel enthusiasts and adventurers are eagerly planning their long-awaited trips abroad. One essential document to travel overseas is to have a valid passport. In recent months, the United States has been experiencing significant delays in passport processing.  The backlog is attributed to a combination of factors, including the surge in passport applications, staffing challenges at…
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