Category: Netherlands

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

EU To Reevaluate Visa-Free Travel for Georgia

The European Union’s foreign ministers are set to deliberate on Georgia’s visa-free travel agreement during the Council of Foreign Affairs meeting on December 16, according to EU Ambassador to Georgia, Pawel Herczynski.  Discussions will explore all possible options, including the suspension of the visa-free regime. Since March 28, 2017, Georgian citizens with biometric passports have…
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China Revamps Visa-Free Program Adding More Nations On The List

China has expanded its visa-free entry program to include citizens from nine additional countries, bringing the total to 38 eligible nations.  Starting November 30, 2024, visitors can stay visa-free for up to 30 days, double the previous limit of 15 days. This policy, effective until the end of 2025, aims to revive China’s inbound tourism…
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Netherlands to Reintroduce Internal Border Controls

Starting December 9, the Netherlands will reintroduce controls on its land borders and select flights from other Schengen countries, marking a shift in its approach to managing migration.  This decision, announced by Migration Minister Marjolein Faber, aligns with similar actions taken its neighbour Germany. The Dutch government states that these controls, lasting six months, are…
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7 More Countries Can Now Visit China Without a Visa

China is opening its doors wider than ever with a recent expansion of its visa-free entry program, now allowing citizens from seven additional countries to visit for up to 15 days without needing a visa.  This move is part of China’s broader effort to revive international tourism and stimulate economic growth after the pandemic years…
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Amsterdam Schiphol to Significantly Raise Airline Fees in 2025

Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport is implementing a significant 41% increase in airline fees starting in 2025.  According to the Royal Schiphol Group, the revenue from these increased charges will go towards noise reduction, infrastructure improvements, and employee working conditions. In addition to the upcoming increase, fees are expected to rise by another 6% in 2026, followed…
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