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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

10 Non-Schengen Countries You Can Visit with a Schengen Visa in 2025

A Schengen Visa is one of the most powerful travel documents in the world, granting access to 29 European countries. But did you know that its benefits extend far beyond Europe? Many countries across Asia, the Americas, and the Caribbean allow entry to travellers holding a valid Schengen visa, eliminating the need for additional paperwork.…
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UK Travellers to the EU: Prepare for EU’s New Border System in October

UK citizens are being advised to prepare for the rollout of the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), set to launch in October 2025. The UK Foreign Office has warned travellers that while the EU has yet to confirm an exact date, they should stay informed and be ready for the changes once the system…
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UK Visas: Trinidad and Tobago Nationals Now Need a Visa to Enter the UK

The UK government has announced that, effective immediately, nationals of Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) must obtain a visa to enter the UK, even for short visits.  Announced on March 12, the decision follows a sharp increase in T&T nationals entering the UK as visitors and later seeking asylum. Over the past year, asylum applications from…
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Ireland Imposes New Visa Rules on Eswatini, Nauru & Lesotho Travellers

As of March 10, passport holders from Eswatini, Nauru, and Lesotho must obtain a visa before traveling to Ireland. Additionally, a transit visa is now required for those passing through Ireland en route to another destination. Nationals of these countries with travel plans booked before March 10, 2025, may be eligible for emergency visa accommodation…
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Post-Brexit Shopping: What Travellers Must Know

Belgium’s customs service is reminding travellers that post-Brexit shopping rules apply when returning from the UK.  With the UK no longer in the EU, customs checks now cover all travellers, including those arriving by train, boat or plane. Duties and taxes are based on the total value of the goods, including any VAT already paid…
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