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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Greece Digital Nomad Visa – New WFH Route

Greece has joined a number of European countries in attempting to lure digital nomads by opening up a migration route for remote workers. The Greek Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) allows non-EU citizens to legally live and work in Greece. The Greece Digital Nomad Visa allows for a stay of up to 12 months. After that,…
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India Removes Travel Restrictions For International Travellers

In the latest guidelines for international travellers on 21 November, India announced the relaxation of Covid-related travel restrictions, including vaccination, which is now only preferable, not mandatory.  As of 22 November 2022, all travellers “should preferably be fully vaccinated as per the approved primary schedule of vaccination against Covid-19 in their country”, the statement reads.…
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Turkish Nationals Will Need A Visa to Transit Through The Netherlands

The Dutch government has announced a new rule that the majority of Turkish nationals who need to transit through the Netherlands’ Amsterdam Airport Schiphol en route to their destination country that is outside the European Union and Schengen Area will need to obtain a Transit Schengen visa beginning 1 December 2022. “If you have Turkish…
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EU To Allow Use Of Smartphones During Flights

The European Commission has updated its legislation on mobile communications to include provisions for 5G coverage on aircraft.  This will allow airlines to offer passengers the latest in mobile technology and connectivity while on flight. Passengers aboard flights in the EU will be able to use their mobile phones to the maximum of their capacity…
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US State Department Addressed Excessive US Visa Waiting Time

At a briefing, the US Department of State responded to criticism that wait times have been too long and have harmed workers, families, and companies.  The delays for visa applications have gone up due to reduced workforce and coronavirus-related restrictions in operations since March 2020. The US department cited data showing improvement stating that “The…
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