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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

EU Set to Grant Visa-Free Access to Saudi Nationals

Saudi citizens may soon travel to Europe without a visa, joining countries like the US, Canada, UAE, and Singapore in enjoying visa-free access to the Schengen Area. The European Union is working toward exempting Saudi nationals from short-stay visa requirements, allowing eligible travellers to visit or transit through the Schengen countries without a visa.  This…
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France Sends Home the Most Non-EU Citizens in 2024

France has once again topped the list of European countries ordering non-EU nationals to leave its territory, according to the latest figures from Eurostat, the EU’s statistics agency. In 2024, a total of 453,920 people were told to leave EU countries, a 4% increase compared to 2023. In the final three months of the year…
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Easter Travel Alert 2025: What Food You Can’t Bring Back to the UK

British travellers heading abroad should be aware of new restrictions that may affect their return to the UK.  The UK government has updated its rules on bringing food and animal products back from continental Europe. This change, effective April 12, 2025, is due to the uptick in cases of foot-and-mouth disease on the continent and…
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Easter Travel Warning 2025: Expect Delays and Long Queues Across the UK

If you plan to travel in the UK over the Easter bank holiday, be prepared for major delays on roads, railways, and airports. Good Friday is expected to be the busiest day on the roads, with over 19 million car journeys predicted, according to the Automobile Association (AA).  That’s a 15% increase from last year,…
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UK to Raise Fees for British Passports in 2025

A British passport is an essential document for British citizens, enabling international travel and serving as proof of identity and nationality. Whether you’re planning a holiday abroad, conducting business, or needing to verify your citizenship, a valid passport is key.  In a decision that will affect thousands of British holidaymakers, the government has announced a…
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