Category: Germany

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

European Commission Pushes for Bulgaria and Romania’s Schengen Accession by Year-End

The Schengen Area, established in 1985, stands as one of the most prominent symbols of European integration. This passport-free zone now includes 27 countries, comprising 23 EU member states.  However, a couple of EU members have yet to fully experience the benefits of unrestricted travel within the Schengen Area. Joining Schengen involves meeting specific criteria,…
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EU Judges Dismisses Parliament’s Bid To Impose Visas on Americans

United States passport holders have long travelled throughout most of the world without having to worry about visa applications. In October 2020, the European Parliament passed a resolution demanding the imposition of visas for US citizens until all EU citizens could enter the US freely. The European Union has a list of countries whose citizens…
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UK Bank Travel Chaos: Passenger Rights Caused By A Technical Glitch

Hundreds of flights to and from the United Kingdom have been delayed or cancelled after a technical failure in the UK air traffic control systems on 28 August 2023. Although the technical issue has been resolved, many planes and crews will be in the wrong places so there will be ongoing issues with flight schedules.…
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The UK Considers Short-Term Visa Scheme for EU Workers

The United Kingdom is considering a new short-term visa program to tackle the severe workforce shortages affecting the hospitality sector. The main goal of this proposed initiative is to bring foreign workers to the UK without causing significant changes in migration rates. This move comes as a response to the challenges posed by Brexit, the…
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Germany Green Lights Plan To Ease Citizenship Rules

Germany plans to ease citizenship rules under legislation approved on 23 August 2023. This is aimed to attract immigrants and help an economy that is struggling with a shortage of skilled workers. Amongst others, the new rules will shorten the required period of residence in Germany from eight to five years and will grant children…
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