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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Spain Tightens Visa Requirement for Senegalese Citizens

Spain stated that Senegalese nationals who wish to travel through a Spanish airport must have a transit visa. The measure came into effect on February 19, 2024. The measure was introduced by the Spanish Interior Ministry to prevent travellers from taking advantage of a layover at a Spanish airport to apply for asylum in the…
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Spain Travel Warning To Tourists Over ‘Blood Rain’

A travel advisory has been issued in Spain due to the occurrence of an atmospheric phenomenon known as Calima, also known as “blood rain.”  Authorities are urging caution, especially for individuals with respiratory problems, advising them to stay indoors, as the airborne particles associated with Calima could pose health risks, particularly for vulnerable individuals. Calima…
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Japan To Release A Digital Nomad Visa

The global surge in technology and the widespread embrace of remote work following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic have reshaped the traditional work landscape. Now, a full-time job no longer has to tether individuals to a specific location, offering a tantalising opportunity to explore the world and choose unconventional living spaces. Joining other Asian…
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US Visa Fee Increase On Various Non-Immigrant Visas

The United States has recently announced a substantial hike in fees for various non-immigrant visas, such as the H-1B, L-1, and EB-5, set to take effect from April 1, 2024. Among these, the H-1B visa stands out as a crucial non-immigrant category that enables US companies to engage foreign workers in specialised occupations requiring theoretical…
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Germany Extends Popular €49 Public Transport Pass into 2024

Germany has decided to extend its highly popular €49 public transport pass, known as the ‘Deutschlandticket,’ throughout 2024.  Launched in 2023, the pass, which grants unlimited access to local and regional public transport, witnessed overwhelming success, with over three million Germans purchasing it within the first month of its release.  Germany’s 16 regional transport ministers…
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