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Germany to tighten border controls with Switzerland, Poland and Czechia

The German Ministry of the Interior has declared that heightened inspections by the police will be i...

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President to talk with all political groups next week over forming new Polish government.

Poland's president, Andrzej Duda, is set to engage in discussions next week with each party that sec...

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Poland begins retraining coal miners to work in wind farms

Polish coal miners are undergoing training in the operation and maintenance of wind turbines as part...

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The European Union suggests enhancing regulations for the suspension of visas due to security reasons.

The European Commission has presented a proposal that, among other measures, aims to strengthen regu...

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Russia has prohibited entry to its territory for Ukrainians using border crossings in Finland.

Ukrainians are now restricted from entering Russia through border crossings in Finland, following th...

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Corendon Airlines is set to introduce 'Adults-Only' Zones on flights between Amsterdam and Curaçao starting this November.

In the upcoming month, Corendon Airlines, a Turkish-owned airline, will initiate its groundbreaking ...

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The Polish opposition collectively announces their aspiration to establish a government with Donald Tusk as the prime minister.

The three opposition factions, which collectively secured a parliamentary majority in the recent ele...

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Poland discloses the involvement of international investors committing €1.8 billion in the "mega-airport" project.

A consortium consisting of Vinci Airports from France and Australia-based IFM Global Infrastructure ...

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Despite facing sanctions, Russians rank as the second-highest applicants for Schengen visas from Asia in 2022.

Türkiye leads in visa applications from the entire Asian continent for the year 2022, comprising 17...

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In September, Germany witnessed the highest influx of irregular migrants since 2016.

Data provided by the German Police, released on Saturday, revealed that more than 21,366 individuals...

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Ukraine's application for EU membership is scheduled for assessment in the November report.

On November 8, the executive body of the European Union is anticipated to present an evaluation of U...

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Black people report facing least discrimination in Poland, finds EU study

In a recent study by the European Union’s Fundamental Rights Agency (FRA) involving 13 member stat...

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Ecuadorians lead in the submission of Schengen visa applications from South America.

Ecuadorians have submitted 34.7 percent of the visa applications from South American nationals in 20...

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The Prime Minister of Italy calls for safeguarding the EU's external border to preserve the Schengen agreement

Protecting the external borders of the EU is the sole means to avoid the erosion of the Schengen agr...

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Germany Passes Legislation to Expedite Deportation of Asylum Seekers

The German Cabinet gave the green light to legislation to streamline the deportation process for peo...

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Lithuania Advises Citizens to Refrain from Traveling to Lebanon Amid Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Lithuania’s Foreign Affairs Ministry has strengthened its advisory against travelling to Lebanon d...

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Poland modifies construction regulations to address excessive and problematic housing development.

Poland’s government has approved changes to construction laws aimed at curbing practices that have...

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The Supreme Court issues a verdict against stores that bypassed Poland's Sunday trading prohibition.

The Supreme Court has rendered three decisions reversing the acquittals by lower courts for business...

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Finland has finished the construction of the Eastern Border Pilot Project Barrier.

The Finnish Border Guard has declared the successful completion of the Eastern border pilot project ...

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With the discontinuation of SEF, border controls in Portugal are set to triple

With the termination of the current Immigration and Border Service (SEF) and the transfer of respons...

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Curiosity about Finland, Latvia, Iceland, the Netherlands, and Greece among Japanese travelers has surged, leading to their increased presence across Europe

In a survey of 1,000 Japanese travelers, a considerable portion of the respondents is considering Ic...

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Starting in 2023, temporary residence permits will be accessible prior to arrival in Lithuania

Beginning on January 2, 2023, individuals from other countries seeking a temporary residence permit ...

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Comprehensive Details on EES & ETIAS in Light of Recently Established Timeline

The European Union has recently approved a revised timetable for the rollout of the Entry/Exit Syste...

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The Romanian President has stated that the Schengen Area is no longer operational.

The President of Romania, Klaus Iohannis, asserts that the functionality of the Schengen Area has ce...

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Sweden instructs protester who burned the Quran to depart; deportation temporarily postponed.

Swedish authorities have revoked the residency permit of an Iraqi individual who publicly desecrated...

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Individuals are sharing recommended destinations for novice entrepreneurs.

Entrepreneurship is increasingly emerging as a popular option for individuals seeking a combination ...

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Germany is simplifying the process for highly skilled foreign workers to relocate to the country.

German authorities are progressing with plans to streamline immigration measures, making it easier f...

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Poland has entered into an agreement to initiate its inaugural satellite constellation.

Poland has entered into an agreement with the European Space Agency (ESA) to launch its inaugural sa...

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Warsaw University has temporarily suspended a Norwegian student for displaying a banner with the message "Keep world clean" during a march for Palestine.

The Medical University of Warsaw (WUM) has taken disciplinary action against a Norwegian student who...

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A recent study by IW highlights the top five German cities with the highest living expenses.

A recently conducted price index analysis by the Institute for German Economy (IW) has identified th...

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November 2023: 9 alterations impacting expatriates in Germany.

2023 is swiftly slipping away, but the penultimate month of the year heralds the commencement of one...

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The winter season at Brussels Airport will feature 135 direct destinations, the addition of two new airlines, and an expanded route network.

In the upcoming winter season, Brussels Airport will offer connectivity to 135 destinations through ...

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Portugal is expected to face delays in processing its backlog of 350,000 pending residency applications until the year 2025.

The Portuguese Agency for Integration, Migrations, and Asylum (AIMA) has indicated that it requires ...

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Norway and Sweden plan to establish a collaborative police station to address cross-border crime.

To enhance collaboration with Sweden, Norway has announced plans to build a joint Norwegian-Swedish ...

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Danish Minister Advocates Reversal on International Student Policies Amid Labor Shortages

The minister of higher education in Denmark has urged the expansion of university spaces for interna...

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An inquiry has been initiated regarding 39 Pakistanis who entered the European Union by obtaining visas through illegitimate means.

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) in Pakistan has initiated a probe following the discovery tha...

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Lithuania to Open Embassy in Singapore

Lithuania is set to inaugurate its embassy in Singapore, a move that will extend diverse services to...

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Nations that are inclined to grant you a Schengen Visa based on your nationality.

As indicated by Schengen Statistics, Slovakia, Greece, and Switzerland emerge as the top three count...

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Czechia and Poland have prolonged border controls with Slovakia until November 22.

Czechia and Poland have chosen to prolong internal border controls with Slovakia until November 22. ...

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Milan prohibits the sale of food and drinks during late-night hours in response to complaints from residents.

The prohibition will be effective from midnight to 6 a.m. on weekdays and from 1:30 a.m. to 6 a.m. o...

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The head of GDL suggests that there is a potential for Christmas train strikes in Germany

The leader of the German Train Drivers' Union has stated that the possibility of nationwide train st...

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A collection of 19th-century Russian books valued at €500,000 has been stolen from Warsaw Library

The University of Warsaw's library has reported the theft of rare 19th-century Russian books with an...

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The annual smog ranking for Poland indicates enhancements in air quality.

The yearly "smog ranking" reveals notable improvements in Poland's air quality, which has long been ...

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Storm Ciaran Expected to Result in Additional Flight Disruptions and Cancellations Between EU and UK.

Storm Ciaran is anticipated to disrupt travel arrangements for numerous individuals traveling betwee...

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Finland Commences Automatic Approval Process for Student Residence Permit Applications.

Since October 19, Finland has implemented an automatic approval system for student residence permit ...

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Frankfurt Airport has become the inaugural European airport to provide passengers with contactless check-in and boarding services.

Frankfurt Airport has achieved the distinction of being the pioneer European airport to offer a full...

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Inviting Entrances of Poland: Ensuring Your Residency's Security

Discovering the Route to Residency: Navigating the Immigration Terrain in PolandPoland provides dive...

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Lithuania expects 13% more foreign tourists this year

Lithuania is expected to receive a total of 1.3 million foreign tourists this year, or 13 percent mo...

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India and Australia relationship “reaching new heights”

An Australian delegation of higher education leaders is travelling to India and Indonesia in a ...

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European Accommodation Industry Bounces Back to Pre-pandemic Levels, Survey Shows

In 2023, the European accommodation sub-sector has achieved a complete recovery, returning to the pr...

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Minorities in Estonia Who Accept Russian Passports Risk Being Deported, Minister Läänemets Says

Russian minority in Estonia who accept Russian passports will be subject to deportation, Estonia’s...

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Slovenia, Croatia, & Italy Collaborate to Enhance Cross-Border Patrols

Interior Minister of Slovenia Boštjan Poklukar, together with his counterparts from Italy, Matteo P...

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Sweden Supports Proposal to Tighten Visa Rules for Ethiopia & Decrease Application Fee for The Gambia

Sweden has said that the country supports the EU Council’s proposal to suspend certain provisions ...

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Germany moves forwards with easing path to work for people with Duldung status

Asylum seekers and people with Duldung (“tolerated”) status will be able to work soone...

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President Duda gives ruling PiS party first chance to form new government

President Andrzej Duda has announced that he will give current Prime Minister Mateusz Morawicki and ...

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Russia to Temporarily Close Ivangorod Border Crossing to Estonia in February 2024

In February next year, the Ivangorod border crossing that connects Russia and Estonia will no longer...

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Spanish Tourism Industry Employs 6.5% More People Compared to 2022

Almost three million people were employed in the tourism sector in Spain during the third quarter of...

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Denmark Extends Residence Permits for Displaced Ukrainians Until March 17, 2025

The Ministry for Immigration and Integration of Denmark has revealed that it will extend temporary r...

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Poland celebrates its Independence Day

Poland regained its independence precisely 104 years ago. Following the First World War and after sp...

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Far-right Polish Independence Day march goes ahead despite court ban

Polish security forces have been mobilised across cities in preparation for rallies, in addition to ...

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As Poland celebrates its Independence Day, far-right groups stage rallies across the country.

In downtown Warsaw, tens of thousands of demonstrators started their march by lighting red flares an...

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EU preparing “German plan to annihilate Polish state”, claims Kaczyński

The European Union is seeking to introduce a “German plan” that would result in “the annihilat...

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German police bust illegal tobacco factory, seizing 26 million cigarettes

German police have raided an illegal cigarette factory in Sauerland, North Rhine-Westphali...

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Top EU Christmas Markets to Celebrate the Festive Season in 2023

As snowflakes fall and the air grows colder, Europe comes alive with a festive spirit, transforming ...

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Germany: 3 Arrested for Trafficking Migrants From Balkans to Berlin & Brandenburg

In Berlin and Brandenburg, three alleged smugglers have been apprehended by the German Federal Polic...

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Will Ukrainians Help Europe Overcome Its Labor Shortage Challenge?

The news of February 24 did not just hit millions of Ukrainians who started fleeing their home count...

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Lithuania submits bid to host EU’s Anti-Money-Laundering Authority

Lithuania has applied to host the headquarters of the Anti-Money-Laundering Authority (AMLA), the Eu...

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‘American culture overwhelms everything‘: Maintaining national identity in Little Lithuania in L.A.

Los Angeles, located ten time zones away from Lithuania, became home to tens of thousands of Lithuan...

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Iceland prepares for possible volcanic eruption after around 800 earthquakes in 14 hours jolt the country

Icelandic authorities are preparing for a possible volcanic eruption in the southwest of the island ...

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Remains of 100 people found in mass graves near former German Nazi camp in Poland

Mass graves containing the remains of around 100 people have been found near a former German Nazi ca...

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EU Blue Card 2023: How expats can benefit from Germany's new skilled migration law

The German parliament (Bundestag) has passed a law overhauling and simplifying the EU Blue Card requ...

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EU Council Gives Green Light to Online Schengen Visa Applications

The Council of the European Union has given the green light to the digitalisation of the visa applic...

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Ukraine’s Accession to EU Would Bring War to Bloc, Hungarian MFA Says

Ukraine’s accession to the European Union would bring war to the bloc, Hungary’s Minister of For...

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Turkish Foreign Minister Complains of Increased Schengen Visa Rejection Rates by EU

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye, Hakan Fidan, has complained of increased Schengen visa ...

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Lithuania and Poland mull installing onshore cable for new power link

The Lithuanian and Polish electricity transmission systems operators, Litgrid and PSE, are looking i...

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Lithuania to check 800 foreigners with citizenship granted by exception

Lithuania’s Interior Ministry on Monday asked the country’s State Security Department (VSD) to c...

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Kraków’s Christmas market ranked as best in Europe

Kraków’s Christmas market (pictured above) has been named as Europe’s best in a new ranking. Tw...

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Polish opposition take initiative as new parliament meets for first time

Poland’s new parliament – chosen in last month’s elections – met today for the first time. T...

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Lauterbach announces German health insurance price rises for 2024

German Health Minister Karl Lauterbach has announced that the cost of additional insurance coverage ...

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Two-week-long public sector strikes begin across Germany

Employees across Germany’s public sector, including school teachers, Kita carers, hospit...

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France’s Border Practices With Italy Are Not Compliant With EU Law, Organisations Complain

SummaryOrganisations have complained about France’s border practices, saying that they are not in ...

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Irregular Migration Rates Increase by 17% in September – Highest Since 2016, Frontex Says

SummaryAround 279,350 people have irregularly entered the EU until September.The number of irregular...

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Vilnius Airport evacuated over anonymous bomb threat

Vilnius Airport received an anonymous call on Wednesday morning reporting that a bomb had been plant...

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How to budget for student accommodation in Germany

Heading off to a university in Germany? In this article, Archit Singh walks you through the ins and ...

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What's the current status of Germany's new citizenship law?

The law was headed for its first reading in the Bundestag on November 9, but was scratched from...

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Top 20 Jobs That Open Doors to a German Work Visa

SummaryGermany is dealing with around 1.98 million job vacancies.Horticulture, tyre and vulcanisatio...

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Eurobarometer Survey Unveils Widespread Skill Shortages in Enterprises Across EU

SummaryThe Eurobarometer survey reveals that skill shortages pose a significant challenge for small ...

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Poland set to receive first €5bn from EU recovery funds

Poland’s first payments from the EU’s post-pandemic recovery funds, totalling over €5 billion,...

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Court overturns mayor’s decision to ban pro-Palestine march outside Israeli embassy in Warsaw

A court has overturned the decision by Warsaw’s mayor, Rafał Trzaskowski, to ban a pro-Pales...

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All You Need to Know About EU’s Plans to Make Schengen Visa Applications Paperless, Ditch Consulate Appointments & Passport Stickers

SummaryThe EU Council has approved the digitalization of Schengen visa application procedures, also ...

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Frontex: 331,600 Irregular Border Crossings Recorded in First 10 Months of 2023 – Highest Since 2015

SummaryEU's external borders recorded an 18 percent increase in irregular border crossings during th...

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Russia Regrets Finland’s Move to Close Common Border

SummaryMoscow expresses regret over Finland's decision to close the common border with Russia due to...

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Hungary Wants to Tighten Rules on Employment Migration for Non-EU Citizens

SummaryHungary has proposed a law that intends to strengthen immigration control, citing concerns ov...

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11,033 People Acquired Citizenship in Austria in First 3 Quarters of 2023

SummaryIn the first three quarters of 2023, Austria granted citizenship to a total of 11,033 individ...

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Lithuania broadens possibility for expat children to keep dual citizenship

On Thursday, the Lithuanian parliament Seimas approved amendments to the Law on Citizenship broadeni...

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Lithuania focused on having more flights to Germany – minister

Germany is a priority destination when it comes to expanding flight connections from Lithuania, Tran...

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Countries Warn Travellers Over Potential Volcano Eruption in Iceland

SummaryFagradalsfjall volcanic eruption is threatening Iceland, as over 4,000 people have been evacu...

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EU’s Schengen Visa to Go Online by 2026 – All You Need to Know

Unveiling Every Known Detail About the Digitization of Schengen Visa Application Procedures, EU's Re...

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Europol Arrests 11 People Involved in Smuggling Migrants From Greece to Northern Europe

SummaryEuropol arrested 11 people involved in illegal migrant transport from Athens to Northern Euro...

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Portugal Remains an Alluring Country for Foreign Investors Even Without Golden Visa

SummaryPortugal aims to redirect half of the foreign investment traditionally allocated to real esta...

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Protesters in Vilnius call for stop to deforestation

Around 100 people gathered in the square by the Lithuanian parliament in Vilnius to protest against ...

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Slovenia Continues to Challenge Austria’s Schengen Border Controls, Calls Them Illegal & Ineffective

Ljubljana will continue to insist that Austria’s control of the internal Schengen border with Slov...

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Jobs in different trades within Construction field in Lithuania

Job Title: Electrician, Fitter, Welder, BricklayerNumber of Workers Required: 50Location of Work: Li...

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Poland’s Orlen to buy gas producer KUFPEC Norway in $445 million deal

Polish state energy giant Orlen is set to continue its recent expansion in Norway after one of its s...

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Kraków museums receive biggest private art donation in 100 years

Two public museums in Kraków are set to receive the city’s largest private art donation in 100 ye...

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Berlin to test a new futuristic magnetic levitation train

Look out, Berlin, the future is heading your way! City authorities have just approved a test ph...

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Germany records highest employment figures since reunification

During the third quarter of 2023, more people were employed in Germany than ever before in the histo...

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Germany Launches New Initiative to Accelerate Refugee Employment

KEY TAKEAWAYSGermany has launched a new initiative aimed at accelerating the employment of refugees....

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Czechia Wants EU to Restrict Travel for Russian Diplomats, Citing Measures That Aim to Counter-Espionage

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Czech government urges EU countries to restrict travel for Russian diplomats, allow...

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Over 650 Individuals Subject to Schengen Alerts Found in Romania Last Week

KEY TAKEAWAYSBetween November 10 and 16, a total of 700 individuals were subject to Schengen Informa...

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Denmark Now Permits Short-Term Employment Without Work Permits for Several Categories of Foreigners: List

KEY TAKEAWAYSSome foreign nationals will now be permitted to work in Denmark for short periods witho...

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Germany: Turkish Nationals’ Applications for Asylum Increased by 200% From Last Year

KEY TAKEAWAYSTurkish asylum seekers in Germany experienced a 200 percent increase in applications si...

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Warehouse Worker Jobs in Poland

Job Title: Warehouse WorkerNumber of Workers Required: 50Location of Work: PolandNature of Work: Wit...

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Cyprus Aspires to Join Schengen Area in 2024

KEY TAKEAWAYSCyprus's Foreign Minister, Constantinos Kombos, prioritises the country's accession to ...

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"Price shock" expected as Germany plans to raise VAT for restaurants and cafes

Consumer advocates have warned of a “price shock” on the horizon as the German government announ...

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Snowfall heading for German lowlands as temperature plummets

Dig out your best winter coat and crank up the heating, as the weather in Germany is going...

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Finland Leaves Only 1 Border Crossing Point Open With Russia

KEY TAKEAWAYSFinland has decided to close another three border crossing points with Russia.Only one ...

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4 Most Common Troubles Schengen Visa Applicants Went Through in 2023

In 2023, Schengen visa applicants faced several challenges, with limited appointments and visa durat...

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EU Wants to Allow Third-Country Nationals Acquire Long-Term Resident Status Under Facilitated Rules

KEY TAKEAWAYSMember States have agreed on a negotiating mandate to update rules for acquiring EU lon...

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Spain Has the World’s Best Digital Nomad Visa, New Ranking Reveals

KEY TAKEAWAYSSpain offers the best Digital Nomad Visa out of 38 countries in the world that have suc...

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Italy to Seize Nearly $800 Million From Airbnb Over Unpaid Taxes

KEY TAKEAWAYSItalian tax authorities plan to confiscate more than €779 million from Airbnb, claimi...

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Lithuanian PM visits Kyiv, pays tribute to Ukrainian war victims

Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė is visiting Kyiv on Friday. “At my first stop in...

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German discount supermarkets cut prices of meat-free products

First Lidl, then Aldi and Penny: discount supermarkets in Germany are reducing the prices of their m...

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EU Commission Proposes New Measures to Boost Member State Cooperation on Asylum

KEY TAKEAWAYSEC President has reaffirmed the commitment to implement the Dublin Roadmap, which is de...

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Switzerland Wants to Allow Sunday Work in Urban Tourist Hotspots

KEY TAKEAWAYSSwitzerland is considering a regulation that would allow Sunday work in urban tourism d...

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Berlin named one of the world's top food destinations

Foodies, take note: the city of Berlin has just been named as one of the top food destinat...

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5 sensational ski resorts in Europe

Booking a skiing trip this ski season or over the holidays? Lucky for you, Europe is home to so...

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Kaunas lights feathered Christmas tree

On Saturday, Kaunas became the first Lithuanian city to light its Christmas tree. The feathers ...

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Germany to scrap energy price cap from 2024

The German government has announced that the gas and electricity price cap, introduced to keep ...

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German court makes landmark ruling on tenants' right to sublet apartments

The Federal Court of Justice (BGH) has just confirmed that renters in Germany have the rig...

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Citizens of 5 EU Countries Will Be Able to Travel Visa-Free to China From December 1

KEY TAKEAWAYSCitizens of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Spain will be permitted visa-f...

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Waiting Time for German Visa Appointment in Beijing Is Only a Few Days, Ambassador Flor Says

KEY TAKEAWAYSGerman Ambassador to China has said that the waiting time for an appointment at the Bei...

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34 Migrants Reach Finland’s Vartius Border Point Few Hours Before Its Closure

KEY TAKEAWAYS34 people without the necessary documents arrived at Finland's Vartius border crossing ...

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EU Commission Urged to Implement Night Train Strategy ASAP

KEY TAKEAWAYSEU Parliament members and industry representatives have urged the Commission to impleme...

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Portuguese Migration to the UK Keeps Declining Following Brexit

KEY TAKEAWAYSEmigration from Portugal to the UK has decreased in recent years, counting around 4,000...

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Belarusian KGB activity in Lithuania at ‘historical high’ – intelligence

Lithuania is currently observing an unprecedented level of activity from Belarusian KGB, Darius Jaun...

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Growing inflow of migrant workers poses threat to Lithuania’s security – minister

The growing inflow of foreigners coming to Lithuania for work is a threat to Lithuania’s security,...

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Polish truckers extend protest to 24-hour blockade of fourth crossing with Ukraine

Polish hauliers extended their protest to a round-the-clock blockade of the fourth border crossing w...

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29-euro Deutschlandticket announced for students in Germany

Federal and state-level governments have announced that a monthly 29-euro Deutschlandticket wil...

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Berlin Hbf ranked third-best European train station, while Bremen comes in last

German train stations have dominated the European Railway Station Index of 2023, claiming 21 spots o...

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Sweden Planning to Introduce ID Checks for Travellers to the Country

KEY TAKEAWAYSSweden wants to reintroduce ID checks for travellers to the country by bus, train, or s...

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Austria to Release New More Secure Passport This December

KEY TAKEAWAYSStarting next month, Austrian citizens can apply for the new “contemporary and citize...

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Polish couple receive UN award for housing 14,000 Ukrainian refugees in their hotel chain

A Polish couple who used their hotel chain to provide accommodation for thousands of Ukrainian refug...

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DWD issues ice warning across Germany with further snow forecast

As the first winter snow reaches the federal republic, the German Weather Service (DWD) has rel...

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Make 2024 the year you transition to a tech career with Data-Scientist

The days are getting shorter, the year is coming to an end, and everybody is reviewing the past few ...

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Berlin named second-best city in the world for students

A new study by The Campus Advisor has seen Berlin ranked as the second-best city for stude...

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Finland Shuts Last Remaining Open Border Crossing Point With Russia

KEY TAKEAWAYSFinland has decided to close the last remaining open border crossing point with Russia....

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Romania’s Schengen Accession Vote Not Part of JHA December Meeting Agenda

KEY TAKEAWAYSRomania's accession to the Schengen Zone will not be voted on during the Justice and Ho...

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EU to Improve Passenger & Traveller Experience by Strengthening Their Rights

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe EU Commission has adopted proposals to improve rights and better inform passengers ...

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90% of Hotel Reservations Presented at Spain-Gibraltar Border Are Fake, Police Says

KEY TAKEAWAYSA large number of people have been presenting fake hotel reservation proof at the Spain...

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30 Migrants From Somalia & Syria Denied Entry at Estonian-Russian Border This Month

KEY TAKEAWAYSEstonia has expressed concerns about Russia's alleged manipulation of immigration on Eu...

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Lithuania challenges Western capitals for hosting EU’s Anti-Money Laundering Authority

From Madrid to Vilnius, EU countries are vying to host the European Anti-Money Laundering Authority ...

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Food banks in Germany

Food banks (Tafel) are a relatively new aspect of German society, with the first being set up in&nbs...

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German citizenship law faces first reading with heated Bundestag debate

On November 30, politicians of the German Bundestag met to carry out the first reading of the countr...

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Germany to launch nationwide campaign against abuse towards DB staff

The German Ministry for Transport and EVG trade union have announced that they will run a ...

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Asylum Seekers in Netherlands Permitted to Exceed 24-Week Work Limit

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Dutch government is implementing changes to asylum seekers' employment rules.Asylum...

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Germany Witnesses 57% Drop in Unauthorized Border Crossings

KEY TAKEAWAYSBorder checks at Germany's borders with Poland, the Czech Republic, and Switzerland hav...

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Spain Wants to Hire More Foreign Drivers Amid Ongoing Labour Shortage

KEY TAKEAWAYSSpain is currently dealing with a significant worker shortage in the transport sector.T...

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Traffic jams form in Vilnius amid heavy snowfall

Winter came to Lithuania a little early this year. After last week’s snowfall, another batch of he...

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Rules for accepting visa applications

The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in New Delhi informs that starting from December visa applicat...

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China’s Sanhua to build electric vehicle parts plant in Poland

China’s Sanhua Automotive is to build a factory in Poland to produce components for electric and h...

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Controversy in Poland over incoming coalition’s plans to loosen rules on building wind turbines

Plans by Poland’s incoming ruling coalition that would loosen rules on building wind turbines has ...

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Applying for a German permanent residence permit: What you need to know

There seems to be a great deal of confusion when it comes to applying for permanent residence permit...

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Barbarazweig: Why Germans cut a cherry branch on December 4 (Barbaratag)

The patron saint of miners, artillerymen and firemen, Saint Barbara has her feast day on December 4....

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A third of non-German job seekers feel discriminated against in Germany

A YouGov poll has found that an increasing number of non-Germans living in the federal republic feel...

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Deadline For Brits to Apply for Residence Permits Expires on December 31, Denmark Reminds Once Again

KEY TAKEAWAYSBrits and their family members in Denmark can apply for a residence permit under the Br...

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Germany’s Plans to Criminalise Sea Rescue & Humanitarian Aid Sparks Concerns

KEY TAKEAWAYSOver 50 organisations have raised concerns about Germany's proposed legal amendments th...

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France to Introduce Strict Anti-Smoking Laws for Tourists

KEY TAKEAWAYSFrance introduced a four-year plan to reduce smoking in the country, which includes res...

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Finland is Steadily Becoming a Popular Tourist & Residential Country, Survey Shows

KEY TAKEAWAYSAnholt-Ipsos Nation Brands Index has shown that Finland is becoming a popular tourist a...

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Window of opportunity to invite Ukraine to EU ‘quite small’ – Lithuanian vice-minister

The window of opportunity for inviting Ukraine to the European Union is quite small, Lithuanian Depu...

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Russia, Belarus cannot be allowed to use Interpol for political purposes – Lithuanian minister

Lithuanian Interior Minister Agnė Bilotaitė on Wednesday called on Interpol to ensure that Russia ...

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DB announces train cancellations across southern Germany until the midweek

Deutsche Bahn has released a service announcement saying that trains and regional transport in south...

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Most Wanted Professions in Portugal That Make It Easier to Get an Employment Visa

KEY TAKEAWAYSData shows that Portugal has one of the oldest populations in Europe and needs foreign ...

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Munich Airport Urges Passengers to Check for Possible Cancellation of Their Flight Due to Extreme Weather

KEY TAKEAWAYSMunich Airport and Lufthansa have informed passengers about flight cancellations which ...

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Spain Expects a 10% Increase in Schengen Visa Applications Filed By Indians in 2024

KEY TAKEAWAYSSpain expects to see around 100,000 Schengen visa applications filed by nationals of In...

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Portugal Experiences Increasing Trend of Openness to Immigrants Since 2000, Survey Reveals

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe ESS highlights Portugal's notable receptivity towards immigrants, along with the UK...

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Italy’s Visa Lottery for Non-EU Workers Flooded With Over 600,000 Applications From Italian Employers

KEY TAKEAWAYSItalian workers have filed more than 600,000 pre-applications for non-EU workers ahead ...

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EU and Poland clash over resolving Polish truckers’ blockade of Ukraine border

The European Union and Polish government remain at odds over resolving a protest by Polish hauliers ...

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When is the 2023 deadline to post your Christmas presents from Germany?

Snow has covered much of Germany and Christmas is just around the corner! Here are the Deu...

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Munich Airport closes again due to snow and ice

Update: As of the evening of December 5 the airport has re-opened but travel is still significantly ...

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What is Germany's budget crisis and how might it affect you?

Germany’s budget crisis and debt brake have been dominating the headlines in recent weeks. We expl...

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How to negotiate your salary in Germany: A guide for expats

Has a prospective employer in Germany asked you about your salary expectations? Or are you renegotia...

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Spain: 7 People Arrested for Smuggling Algerian Immigrants With Taxi Boats

KEY TAKEAWAYSSpanish authorities have dismantled a smuggling organisation through an operation calle...

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Cyprus Introduces Golden Knowledge Programme to Attract Tech Talent

KEY TAKEAWAYSCyprus has introduced the Golden Knowledge Programme to attract international tech tale...

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Port of Gdańsk sees 40% cargo growth amid war in Ukraine, second-largest in EU

The port of Gdańsk in Poland recorded the second-highest growth among the EU’s largest ports last...

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Austria Still Opposing Further Enlargement of Schengen to Include Romania & Bulgaria

KEY TAKEAWAYSAustria's Interior Minister, Gerhard Karner, reiterated the country's unchanged positio...

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German train drivers announce 30-hour strike from Thursday

The head of the German Train Drivers’ Union, Claus Weselsky, has announced that staff will begin a...

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Saxony-Anhalt: Citizenship applicants will have to declare Israel's right to exist

The Interior Ministry of Saxony-Anhalt has said that it will require people who are applyi...

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Greece to Grant Turkish Nationals Easy Visas to Visit 10 of Its Aegean Islands

KEY TAKEAWAYSGreece is set to introduce visas-on-arrival for Turkish citizens to visit ten of its is...

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Romanians Could Soon Travel to the US Visa-Free

KEY TAKEAWAYSRomania announces plans to join the US visa waiver programme.The European country has a...

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EU Commissioner Warns Europe Over Huge Risk of Terrorist Attacks During Christmas Holidays Due to War Between Israel & Hamas

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe 27 countries of the EU are at risk of possible terrorist attacks as the tensions ov...

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3 Albanian Travellers Denied Entry to Poland Due to Overstaying in Schengen Area

KEY TAKEAWAYSThree Albanian citizens who traveled from Tirana to Krakow-Balice were denied entry to ...

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Germany stands as the preferred study destination for more than 75% of international students within the country

A recent study conducted by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) indicates that Germany is th...

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Polish parliament votes to extend energy price freeze for first half of 2024

Poland’s parliament has approved an extension of current energy price freezes for households, loca...

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EU approves first €5 billion for Poland from recovery funds

The EU has approved over €5 billion (21.6 billion zloty) in grants and loans for Poland from the b...

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Poland’s “collapsing towns” that got left behind

By Marek Szymaniak (tekst dostępny również w wersji polskiej)I am a child of a collapsi...

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EU Reveals Name of New Digital Schengen Visa Application Platform – Says Transition Will Take Up to 7 Years

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe platform for applying for a digital Schengen visa will be called the EU Visa Applic...

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Germany 60% Increase in Number of Asylum Applications

KEY TAKEAWAYSIn November, the BAMF approved 35,316 initial asylum applications, bringing the year's ...

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Greece Reports 33% Decrease in Undocumented Migrant Arrivals in November 2023

KEY TAKEAWAYSGreece has reported a significant decrease in the flow of undocumented migrants, reveal...

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Lithuania and Poland need to finish Rail Baltica link by 2028 – minister

The projects for the onshore cable, Harmony Link, between Lithuania and Poland and the European stan...

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Part of Poland’s nuclear plans in question after negative assessment by security agency

Part of Poland’s plans to develop nuclear power has been thrown into doubt after the Internal Secu...

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Switzerland Adapts Laws for Digitalisation of Schengen Visa Application

KEY TAKEAWAYSSwitzerland has opened a consultation on the digitalisation of Schengen visa applicatio...

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Germany Introduces New Legislation to Boost Nursing Studies

Germany’s government has introduced the Nursing Studies Strengthening Act to make nursing studies ...

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Germany Is Now World’s 3rd Most Popular Study Destination With Over 367k International Students

Germany recently overtook Australia in the list of the most popular study destinations and now ranks...

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Indian Passport Holders: Big News! Now one more country is giving free visa entry to Indians, details here

After recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic, most countries are running various programs to promote ...

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Canada doubles financial requirements for foreign students

The shift is expected to impact Indian students, especially those from Punjab, who represent a consi...

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As UK bans dependents on study visas, Punjab students find an alternative: ‘care worker’

Experts say that before January 2024, students can apply for intakes in September and November on st...

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PM Morawiecki loses vote of confidence, paving way for new Tusk government in Poland

The government led by Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has, as expected, lost a vote of confidence ...

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Warsaw cinema screens live feed from parliament amid change in government

A cinema in the centre of Warsaw will be screening a live feed from parliament this week as events u...

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Polish constitutional court declares EU fines against Poland violated constitution

Poland’s Constitutional Tribunal (TK) has ruled that fines issued against the country by the Court...

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Berlin-Paris night train relaunches after 9-year hiatus

After nine years out of action, a night train between Berlin and Paris will leave the Germ...

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Greek Islands Expect 50% Increase in Turkish Tourists Following Introduction of On-Arrival Visas

KEY TAKEAWAYSIntroducing one-week visas for Turkish tourists visiting the Greek islands is expected ...

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Romanian Transporters Call for Schengen Membership As Trucks Wait for 36 Hours at the Borders

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe National Union of Road Transporters from Romania (UNTRR) has raised concerns about ...

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Austria Sets 4 Conditions for Romania & Bulgaria’s Schengen Accession, But Only by Air

KEY TAKEAWAYSAustria may consider easing its stance against Romania and Bulgaria's accession to Sche...

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Kazakhstan & EU Agree to Officially Launch Talks on Schengen Visa Facilitation

KEY TAKEAWAYSKazakhstan and the EU have reached an agreement to launch talks on the facilitation of ...

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1.1 Million Refugees in Germany Need Psychological Help, Investigation Reveals

KEY TAKEAWAYSA media investigation has found that 1.1 million asylum seekers in Germany need psychol...

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Lithuania’s quota for hiring foreign workers remains unchanged at 40,300 in 2024

Next year’s quota for facilitated hiring of third-country workers on the list of professions in sh...

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Australia makes it more difficult for international students, foreign workers to get visas

The decision comes in response to a forecasted peak in net immigration at 510,000 in 2022-23, largel...

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Welder Jobs In Poland

Numerous Welder Positions Are Available for You in Poland!Exciting opportunities for Welder position...

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Electrician Jobs In Poland

Energize Your Professional Path in Poland: Exciting Employment Awaits Electricians!To work as an ele...

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Tusk picked as Poland’s new prime minister by parliament

Parliament has chosen Donald Tusk as the new prime minister. That paves the way for him to form a&nb...

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Polish judicial bill intended to unlock EU funds declared unconstitutional by top court

Poland’s Constitutional Tribunal (TK) has ruled that changes to the disciplinary system for judges...

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Incoming Polish PM Tusk presents cabinet and programme ahead of confidence vote

Donald Tusk, who was yesterday nominated by parliament to be Poland’s new prime minister, tod...

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Mayor disbands Polish truckers’ blockade of one border crossing with Ukraine

A local mayor in Poland has disbanded one of the protests by Polish truckers, who have been blocking...

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Nature’s fireworks: Geminids meteor shower to peak over Germany this week

This week, people across Germany will be given front-row seats for nature’s fireworks, with the Ge...

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ISF International School: Where cultural diversity is celebrated

Join a thriving international community at the ISF International School Frankfurt Rhein-Main, a...

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Portugal Backs Negotiations on Ukraine’s Accession to EU

KEY TAKEAWAYSPortugal's Prime Minister, Antonio Costa, affirmed the country's support for Ukraine's ...

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French President Continues to Push Immigration Bill Despite Rejection by Majority of National Assembly

KEY TAKEAWAYSPresident Emmanuel Macron is set to make changes on migration as he has asked his cabin...

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Frontex: Irregular Border Crossings Exceed 355,300 This Year, Setting Record Since 2016

KEY TAKEAWAYSIrregular border crossings have increased by 17 percent, totaling over 355,300 in the f...

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Alarm Raised Over Migrants’ Rights Following Finland’s Border Closure With Russia

KEY TAKEAWAYSEU Council has raised alarm over the rights of migrants following the decision of Finla...

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Production Worker jobs in Poland

Fantastic Opportunity: Vacancies for Production Worker Roles Currently Open in Poland!Employment pro...

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Germany Job Seeker Visa 2023 – Relocate to Germany Without the Need for a Job Offer

One of the preferred destinations for skilled and talented foreigners seeking employment is Germany....

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First German city opts out of the 49-euro ticket scheme

The city of Stendal in northern Germany is the first to have opted out of the 49-euro Deut...

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German dual citizenship law delayed again after FDP standoff

The German government has once again delayed its plans to pass a new dual citizenship law ...

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Crisis averted? German government announces new budget for 2024

After a month of fraught discussions, at a press conference on December 13, the German government co...

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The Spanish Passport Is Now the World’s Most Powerful to Have

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Spanish passport is currently the most powerful passport in the world.Only nine out...

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Top 10 Professions With Highest Chances of Getting an Italian Work Visa in 2024

KEY TAKEAWAYSItaly is facing shortages of workers in several sectors, particularly in healthcare and...

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Sweden Planning to Implement New Integration Policy for Foreigners Immigrating to the Country

KEY TAKEAWAYSSweden is considering imposing new rules for foreigners immigrating to the country.The ...

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Hungary’s Parliament Supports Guest-Investor “Golden Visa” Program for Property Investors

KEY TAKEAWAYSHungary has introduced a "guest investor program" allowing foreign real estate investor...

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Bulgarian PM Against Additional Conditions for Schengen Membership

KEY TAKEAWAYSBulgarian PM Nikolay Denkov rejects additional Schengen Accession conditions differing ...

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Ukrainians Travelling Home May Lose Their Residence Permit in Norway

KEY TAKEAWAYSUkrainian nationals who travel to their home country risk losing their residence permit...

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Israelis Escaping War Seek Shelter in Portugal on “Refugee Visas”

KEY TAKEAWAYSIsraelis are leaving their country for Portugal as the latter is offering “refugee vi...

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Less Than 3 Weeks Before Netherlands Abolishes Its Golden Visa Program

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Golden Visa Program of the Netherlands will officially end on January 1, 2024.Eligi...

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Belarusians in Lithuania are not getting residence permits – Tsikhanouskaya

Around 2,000 Belarusians in Lithuania have not had their temporary residence permits renewed, which ...

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Lithuanian president says Hungary ‘harming itself’ by objecting to Ukraine’s EU accession talks

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda has criticised Hungary for objecting that the EU start accessi...

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Kazakhstan and the European Union have formally initiated discussions on easing Schengen visa procedures

SUMMARYKazakhstan and the European Union (EU) have agreed to initiate formal discussions on easing t...

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Right aims, wrong methods: public media takeover shows dangers for new Polish government

Poland’s new coalition government has wasted no time getting on with perhaps the central item on i...

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New Polish foreign minister visits Kyiv on first overseas trip, pledging continued support for Ukraine

The foreign minister in Poland’s new government, Radosław Sikorski, has visited Kyiv in his first...

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Government takeover of public media violated constitution, says Polish president

The manner in which Poland’s new government seized control of public media this week was...

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Polish city records world’s cleanest urban air

The Polish city of Kraków has the world’s cleanest air today, according to global monitoring serv...

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Cost of rent in Poland up 62% since 2015, fifth-fastest rise in OECD

The cost of rent in Poland has risen by 62% since 2015, the fifth-fastest growth among 40 countries ...

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Looking for an allotment in Berlin? Now might be your chance!

Coronavirus lockdowns resulted in a huge uptick of people who were looking for Kleingarten ...

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German dual citizenship law could pass in January, say coalition

Germany’s dual citizenship law has seen two legislative delays in recent weeks. Now, the coal...

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Where to see the Ursid meteor shower in Germany this Christmas

Christmas is upon us and so is the Ursid meteor shower! Here’s where to catch a glimpse if yo...

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Berlin public transport disrupted due to mass sick leave

With coronavirus making a comeback, the BVG has announced that mass staff sick leaves have...

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Lithuania managed to cut alcohol consumption – do its policies work?

Alcohol consumption in Lithuania has fallen drastically in recent years, studies suggest. While Lith...

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EU Reaches Agreement to Reform Asylum & Migration Policy

KEY TAKEAWAYSMEPs have reached an agreement to reform the asylum and migration laws.The deal include...

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4 Out of 5 Kosovars Plan to Travel Visa-Free to EU in 2024, Survey Reveals

KEY TAKEAWAYSOver 80 per cent of Kosovar respondents said they have travel plans for 2024, following...

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EU’s Entry/Exit Border System Launch Date Revealed

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe EES is set to be launched on October 6, 2024.The date has been confirmed by Eurotun...

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Netherlands Clears Path for Bulgaria’s Schengen Inclusion, Lifts Its Objection

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Netherlands has lifted its opposition to Bulgaria's accession to the Schengen Zone,...

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Over 70% of Job Vacancies in Czechia Are Suitable for Foreigners: List

KEY TAKEAWAYSIn March of this year, 284,525 job vacancies were open in the Czech Republic.The majori...

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Netherlands Suspends Asylum Decisions for Palestinians for Next 6 Months

KEY TAKEAWAYSAuthorities of the Netherlands have decided to suspend asylum applications submitted by...

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Ukrainians With Dual Citizenship Face Exclusion From Temporary Protection in Norway

KEY TAKEAWAYSNorway has issued a directive to UDI, impacting Ukrainians with dual citizenship, espec...

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Germany: Moldovan & Georgian Asylum Applicants Will Now Be Subject to Stricter Rules

KEY TAKEAWAYSGermany has decided to classify Moldova and Georgia as safe countries of origin.Asylum ...

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EU Urges 8 Member States to Ensure Equal Rights & Conditions for Seasonal Workers

KEY TAKEAWAYSCzechia, France, Croatia, Hungary, Malta, the Netherlands, Austria, and Poland have bee...

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Over 47,000 Migrants Granted Temporary Residence Under Germany’s Opportunity Residence Act

KEY TAKEAWAYSAlmost 50,000 migrants have regularised their stay in the country in the last year, sin...

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VFS Global Will Continue to Provide Visa & Residence Permit Services for Norway in 52 Countries

KEY TAKEAWAYSVFS Global will continue to accept visa and residence permit applications on behalf of ...

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Germany Reduces Deutschlandticket Price for Students to €29.4 From April 2024

Around 2.9 million students in Germany, both German nationals and foreigners, will be able to buy th...

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Working in Germany

Germany is the fourth largest economy in the world and the largest in entire Europe. Its rate of une...

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Internship in Germany

Your university degree in Germany may contain plenty of lab-based sessions to give you a sense of jo...

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Renting in Germany: A Complete Guide to Finding Your New Home

https://thinkeurope.de/admin/landing-page/details?slug=think-europeRenting in Germany can be a chall...

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Germany Safety Guide for International Students

Germany is generally a safe country so there’s no reason to be overly worried. Considering the lar...

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Missile that entered Polish airspace from Ukraine likely Russian, says Warsaw

Everything indicates that a Russian missile entered Polish airspace, said a Polish general after an ...

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Polish government to spend 150m zloty renovating student dorms

The higher education minister in Poland’s new government has announced plans to provide 150 millio...

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Poland produced record wind energy at Christmas but grid struggled to cope

Poland produced a record amount of power from wind over Christmas – so much so that the national g...

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2024 in Germany: All of the changes you need to know about

2024 is just around the corner and Germany has big plans ahead. The Opportunity Card will hopef...

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Where are German public transport tickets getting more expensive in 2024?

Public transport in several German cities and regions is expected to get more expensi...

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Romania & Bulgaria Agree With Austria for Partial Schengen Accession From March 2024

KEY TAKEAWAYSFrom March 2024, Romania and Bulgaria will partially enter the Schengen Zone by air and...

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Austria Considers Imposing Entry Ban on Violent Israeli Settlers

KEY TAKEAWAYSAustrian Foreign Minister is considering banning violent Israeli settlers, with the Mid...

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Germany in Dire Need of 150,000 Nurses From Foreign Countries

KEY TAKEAWAYSGermany will need 150,000 additional nurses by 2025.The country wants to tackle the sho...

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Golden Visa Program Brings €1.32 Billion to Greece in 2023, Ministry Says

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Golden Visa Program in Greece has generated €1.32 billion since the beginning of ...

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Germany Has Issued Record Number of 121,000 Family Reunification Visas This Year

KEY TAKEAWAYSSince January until November 2023, Germany has issued 121,000 family reunification visa...

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Spectacle and environmental hazard: fireworks are falling out of fashion

While fireworks have been an essential attribute of New Year’s celebrations, scientists warn their...

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All the changes coming into effect from January 1, 2024 in Australia

January 1 will see some major changers across Australia - It’s good news for some, but bad news fo...

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Explore the Top 27 Frequently Asked Job Interview Sample Questions along with Answers

Familiarize yourself with the Top 27 Standard Job Interview Questions and Answers.Take the opportuni...

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DWD red weather warning means Germany could face fresh floods

The German Weather Service (DWD) warned that constant and heavy rain until  January 4 will...

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International Harry Potter exhibition will come to Germany for the first time

Good news for Germany’s Potterheads, Harry Potter™: The Exhibition is coming to the country for ...

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Secure your ideal job in Germany with the Transformative Action Process

Discover your true career calling with the Transformative Action ProcessOnce upon a time, findi...

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Finland Increases Financial Requirement for Schengen Visas to €50 Per Day

KEY TAKEAWAYSFinland has increased the minimum daily financial requirement to stay in its territory ...

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France Becomes First EU Country to Issue Digital Schengen Visas for the Paris Olympics

KEY TAKEAWAYSFrance will issue around 70,000 visas completely online to athletes, journalists, and d...

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Date on Bulgaria’s & Romania’s Schengen Accession by Land to Be Decided After March 31

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe decision on Romania’s and Bulgaria’s Schengen accession by land will be taken o...

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Only 103 People Granted Dutch Citizenship Through Naturalization This Year

KEY TAKEAWAYS103 individuals have acquired Dutch nationality through naturalisation this year.This a...

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Euro Currency Marks 25 Years of Life

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Euro currency has marked in 25th year of existence.About 350 million citizens use t...

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Starting Today, Kosovars Can Travel Visa-Free to Schengen Zone

KEY TAKEAWAYSKosovars can travel visa-free to the EU's Schengen Zone, marking the conclusion of an e...

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‘Eurovision for politicians’: Lithuania’s 2024 presidential election holds little suspense

The presidential election is one of the big political events in Lithuania in 2024. The candidate ros...

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Top 10 European Cities to Move to in 2024 for a Satisfactory Life

About 90 per cent of EU residents expressed satisfaction with their life in their city, according to...

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Poland ranks second in Europe in public data openness

Poland ranks second in Europe in terms of the openness of public data, according to the European Com...

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“Poland will not accept a single migrant under EU relocation scheme,” says Tusk

Poland’s prime minister, Donald Tusk, has declared that his government would refuse to accept any ...

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Am I eligible for German citizenship? Berlin launches online questionnaire

Non-Germans in Berlin can now visit the Landesamt für Einwanderung (LEA) website to fill ...

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German CO2 emissions sink to lowest level since the 1950s

A study by the energy think tank, Agora Energiewende, has revealed that 2023 saw Germany produce the...

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No German? No problem! Start a career in tech with WBS CODING SCHOOL

If you’re moving somewhere new, it may not be possible to pack up your career together with your b...

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Ireland Issued Almost 1 Million Passports in 2023, up to 3,000 Daily

KEY TAKEAWAYSBetween 2,000 to 3,000 passports were issued on a daily basis by Irish authorities in 2...

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Number of Stolen & Forged Passports & Visas Detected by Italian Border Police Increased in 2023

KEY TAKEAWAYS21 people were arrested by Italian Border Police in 2023, and 130 foreigners were retur...

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Over 17,000 Russians Crossed Poland’s Border With Kaliningrad in a Period of 5 Days

KEY TAKEAWAYSMore than 17,000 Russians have entered Kaliningrad through Poland from December 23 unti...

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Germany’s Berlin Launches New Online Citizenship Application Form

KEY TAKEAWAYSBerlin has launched a new online citizenship application form.Through the new form, Ber...

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It Is Still Unknown How Many Russians Will Be Expelled From Latvia, Interior Minister Says

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Interior Minister of Latvia has said that it is unknown how many Russians without a...

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Germany is about to make life much easier for foreign workers in 2024

Germany is set to implement several changes to its immigration policies in 2024, making it harder fo...

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Canada announces new rules for study permit applicants; adds extra checks

Canada has announced new rules for international students looking to study in the country. According...

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Insights on Tourism Taxes: Essential Information for Travelers in 2024

KEY TAKEAWAYSTourism taxes are expected to be raised this new year, with popular destinations like A...

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France Seasonal Worker Visa 2024

France Seasonal Worker Visa 2024 (Process, Requirements)The France Seasonal Worker Visa falls under ...

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Denmark Skilled Worker Visa 2024: Benefits and How to Apply

Are you a non-European Union (EU) citizen looking to pursue employment as a highly-skilled professio...

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Visa Rules: Good News! Now you can work in this country even on tourist visa, know when the rule will be implemented

UK Visa: Britain is going to change its visa rules. The new rules will come into effect fr...

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Canada Calling: 40 per cent of student visa applications from India rejected

Students continue to pay this higher fees as overseas education agents make them believe that studyi...

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Want to get EU citizenship? Check out the hardest, easiest European country to become citizen

Europe has the highest quality of life indicators, including high career prospects, living condition...

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Studying in Australia: 8 must-know new rules for international students

International students are no longer able to enroll in two courses at the same time within the first...

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UK announces strict visa rules for foreign students: No family members allowed

The UK Home Office said the changes are aimed at clamping down on people using the student visa as a...

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Historic Fiat car factory in Poland to close after 75 years

A historic factory in the Polish city of Bielsko-Biała, which has operated since 1948 and produced ...

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What are Germany’s New Year’s resolutions for 2024?

To distract you from the day-seven misery of salad for every meal in the depths of winter, here...

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Berlin’s free museum visit scheme to continue until 2025

Berlin’s monthly Museum Sundays event will continue throughout 2024 and 2025, the local government...

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Spain Grants Visa-Free Entry for Kosovo Citizens, Despite Not Recognising Its Independence

KEY TAKEAWAYSAlthough Spain has not officially recognised Kosovo's independence, it has decided to p...

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Foreigners in UAE Now Enjoy Reduced Fares & Faster Schengen Visa Processing Times

KEY TAKEAWAYSUAE residents who are not UAE passport holders will now have to pay reduced airfares an...

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These Are the 5 Highest-Paying Jobs in EU

KEY TAKEAWAYSDepending on the demand for specialised skills, European countries, including the Unite...

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Switzerland: 15 Most Wanted Professions for Foreign Job Seekers in 2024

KEY TAKEAWAYSSwitzerland reported 251,226 job vacancies in the fourth quarter of 2023.Healthcare, co...

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Foreign Skilled Workers Can Now Enter Malta Under Fast-Track Scheme

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe ‘Specialist Employee Initiative’ enables the processing of applications of skil...

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Lithuania Makes It Harder to Bring Foreign Workers to the Country

KEY TAKEAWAYSLithuania has decided to tighten controls related to labour migration.The move comes in...

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Getting a residence permit in Germany with Think Europe Services

If you are a non-EU citizen planning to stay in Germany for more than 90 days, you will need to obta...

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Train strikes and farmers’ protests set to bring Germany to a standstill this week

This week will see the German Train Drivers’ Union (GDL) go on strike while farmers blockade roads...

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10 Best Countries To Retire In Europe, According To The Global Pension Index

According to 2023's Global Pension Index, these are the 10 best countries to retire in Europe.SUMMAR...

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TOP SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS GOING TO STUDY ABROAD IN 2024

1. Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships ProgrammeThe Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships Program...

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Malta in Need of Foreign Workers: These Are the Top 16 In-Demand Jobs

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe majority of labour shortages in Malta are related to business and administration, c...

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LUXEMBOURG WORK VISA WITHOUT PROOF OF FUNDS | LUXEMBOURG 2 YEARS WORK PERMIT 2024

If you are a job seeker planning to relocate to Luxembourg in 2024, this post is for you. We discuss...

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Over 21,000 Irish Citizens in Australia With Working Holiday Visas

KEY TAKEAWAYSIn the 12 months leading up to July last year, over 21,000 Irish citizens received Aust...

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Canada announces an adjustment in the number of foreign workers during the year 2024

The number of foreign workers in Canada is going to be regulated by Canada in 2024It is possible tha...

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Norway Hiring International Workers in 2024 Due to Skill Shortages

Massive Hirings Expected in Norway due to Skill Shortages in 2024Are you considering a big move in 2...

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Immigration: Where are Indians moving and why?

Historically, the US, the UK, Australia, and Canada have been the most popular overseas destinations...

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How to get a five-year multiple-entry tourist visa for Dubai

Find out the visa requirements, application process and cost breakdown.Dubai: Tourists can visit Dub...

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New immigration laws for international students in France proposed

The French parliament recently approved a revised law that includes harsher rules for foreign visito...

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AVAILABLE HERE: AUSTRALIA SKILLED WORKER VISA

Australia Skilled Worker VisaSubclass 189 requirements, available streams, eligibility criteria, and...

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Euro Update: Two Balkan Countries Added To The Schengen Region

From the logistics of availing the Schengen visa to the reasons to visit the Balkan nations, explore...

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Indians make up highest number of international students plagiarising UCAS forms in UK

LONDON: The number of students caught plagiarising personal statements on their undergraduate applic...

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DB train strike: Which trains are affected and how can I get a refund?

Train drivers who are members of the GDL union have now begun a three-day long strike, set to l...

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Dual citizenship in Germany for US citizens living abroad in 2024

2024 promises to be an exciting year for US expats who are considering applying for German citizensh...

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South Korea determines the procedures for applying for a new work visa

South Korea announces the procedures for applying for a new work visa in 2024.Making an application ...

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Shorter Path to Portuguese Citizenship

On January 5th, 2024, the Portuguese Parliament approved changes to the country’s Citizenship Law,...

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Britain decides to prevent international students from bringing their families

According to recent decisions taken by the United Kingdom government, international students in Brit...

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UK Graduate Visa: A stepping stone to live permanently in the United Kingdom

One is allowed to switch from the Graduate route to the Skilled Worker route in the UK.Even if you d...

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Former ruling PiS party holds anti-government protest in Warsaw

A large anti-government protest has taken place in Warsaw organised by the national-conservative Law...

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State firm behind Poland’s planned “mega-airport” donates 400,000 zloty to local church

The state-owned firm responsible for building a planned new “mega-airport” in central Poland –...

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Mortgage applications in Poland hit record high in December as subsidy system comes to an end

The total value of mortgage applications in Poland rose by 421% year-on-year in December to a record...

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German passport ranked most powerful in the world in Henley Index 2024

According to the first Henley Passport Index of 2024, the German Reisepass is now the most...

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Flying from Germany will get more expensive from spring 2024

Due to an increased aviation tax, flying from airports in Germany is set to get more ...

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Heading to the Olympics in France: Here’s What You Need to Know

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Olympics 2024 will be held from July 26 to August 11 in Paris. The event will last ...

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Finland’s Prime Minister Says Border With Russia Will Remain Closed

KEY TAKEAWAYSFinland will keep closed its entire border with Russia.The country continues to blame R...

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Bulgaria & Romania Expected to Start Issuing Short-Term Schengen Visas From April 1, 2024

KEY TAKEAWAYSBulgaria and Romania are expected to start issuing Schengen C visas from April of this ...

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Lithuania to Strengthen Protection of Sea & Land Borders With Russia & Belarus

KEY TAKEAWAYSLithuania is set to strengthen the protection of the sea and land borders with Russia.T...

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Swedish Government to Extend Travel Ban for Children & Young People at Tangible Risk of Violence

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Swedish government is considering extending travel bans in order to protect childre...

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275 British Nationals Ordered to Leave the Netherlands in 2023

KEY TAKEAWAYSMore than 1,000 British citizens living in the EU were ordered to leave the zone in 202...

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These Are the Best EU Countries to Move to If You Want a 4-day Working Week in 2024

KEY TAKEAWAYSBelgium and Iceland are among the countries that have already had the four-day working ...

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Greece’s Golden Visa Takes Lead as 2023’s Top Favourite, Report Finds

KEY TAKEAWAYSGreece's Golden Visa program received a record 7,752 applications this year by the end ...

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Finland 5-Year Work Visa 2024 | Semi-Skilled and Unskilled Jobs in Finland

Are you aware that Finland offers a free, five-year work visa that you can obtain? Family members ar...

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Shock and horror in Australia after a 3-foot crocodile was discovered inside a house

In a very strange incident, a family in Australia was shocked and horrified after discovering the pr...

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Why students should consider studying in Australia

International students in Australia share why they chose to study there and how the diverse internat...

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EU Investigating Passport Sales in Saint Kitts & Nevis Through Golden Passport Program

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Saint Kitts and Nevis Golden Passport Program has attracted a significant number of...

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Belgium Work Visa 2024 Types, Application Process, Jobs

Belgium offers a range of work visa options for foreign nationals, accommodating various professiona...

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9 exciting new train routes in Europe

From Paris to Madrid and Amsterdam to Austria, these new train connections will make your European s...

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High Demand Netherlands Jobs 2024 With Approved Employers List and Dutch Work VISA

The recent news about skill shortages in the Netherlands has led to significant changes in their imm...

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The EU decides to activate new updates in the procedures for issuing a Schengen visa

The European Union has made the decision to implement new changes to the processes that are used to ...

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Black ice hazard in Germany will continue through Friday, says DWD

Be careful out there! Black ice across Germany is causing road and pedestrian accidents after freezi...

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Competition launches to find most disgusting school toilet in Germany

The German Toilet Organisation (GTO) has opened a competition to find the most disgusting toile...

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Ireland Initiates Investigation After Discovering a Refrigerated Container With Migrants Inside

KEY TAKEAWAYSIrish police are investigating how 14 people, including two young girls, managed to arr...

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Over 9,000 Georgians Applied for Asylum in Germany in 2023

KEY TAKEAWAYSIn 2023, Germany recorded 9,399 asylum applications from Georgian citizens.Of the 352,0...

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Romanian Airports Declare Full Readiness to Embrace Air Schengen

KEY TAKEAWAYSHenri Coandă International Airport and Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport in ...

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“Please stop trying to violate the law,” President Duda tells PM Tusk

President Andrzej Duda today met with Prime Minister Donald Tusk amid escalating conflict between th...

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DB considers new Channel Tunnel service between Germany and London

Deutsche Bahn has announced that it is considering new services which use the Channel Tunnel to run ...

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Hamburg steals title as Germany’s traffic jam capital

Drivers in Hamburg spent an average of 74 hours tapping the driving wheel in frustrat...

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Finland Arrests 11 Iranians for Crossing the Southeastern Border Irregularly

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Southeastern Finland Border Guard has arrested 11 people for crossing the border ir...

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Portugal Amongst Easiest Countries to Grant Citizenship, Study Reveals

KEY TAKEAWAYSPortugal is among ten countries where it is the easiest to obtain nationality, while Sw...

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5 Arrested in India for Submitting Fake Documents to Obtain German Schengen Visa

KEY TAKEAWAYSFive people who submitted fake Schengen visa documents have been arrested in India.The ...

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UAE Foreign Residents Planning to Reach EU in April & Onward Advised to Book Their Schengen Visa Appointments in Advance

KEY TAKEAWAYSUAE residents who need a Schengen visa to enter the Schengen Area have been recommended...

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New Immigration Laws Aim to Streamline Processes for Family Reunification in Portugal

KEY TAKEAWAYSPortugal has approved a new regulation that includes a measure that will facilitate req...

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105% Rise in Irish Nationals Obtaining Australian Visa, Report Shows

KEY TAKEAWAYSAustralia issued 21,525 visas to Irish nationals, representing 9.6 per cent of all Work...

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38 In-Demand Jobs in France That Foreigners Can Get a Work Visa For

KEY TAKEAWAYSFrance is facing labour shortages, although it reported a low job vacancy rate last yea...

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Truckers suspend blockade of Ukraine border after agreement with Polish government

Polish truckers who have been blocking border crossings with Ukraine since early November have agree...

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Thousand-year-old sword found in Polish river

A sword believed to be over 1,000 years old has been found at the bottom of a river in Poland. The d...

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Canada Free Work Permit: Move to Canada – No LMIA, No IELTS, No Age Limits

Do you long to work in Canada but are concerned about the language test? Well! Worry no more, as thi...

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Austria Maintains its Veto on Schengen Land Border Accession for Bulgaria & Romania

KEY TAKEAWAYSAustria's Interior Minister, Gerhard Karner, maintains Austria's veto on Bulgaria and R...

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EU Freezes Funds of Political Leader of Hamas & Bans a Member of Al Shabab From Entering the Bloc

KEY TAKEAWAYSEU has decided to freeze the funds of the political leader of Hamas.The same authority ...

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Cultural Production Golden Visa Surges in Portugal

KEY TAKEAWAYSThe removal of the real estate investment option from Portugal's Golden Visa program ha...

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NGO Reports Unacceptable Work & Living Conditions for Foreign Labourers in Southern Italy

KEY TAKEAWAYSLabourers in Gioia Tauro face inhumane work living conditions, MEDU has complained.MEDU...

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US Wants to Search Norwegian Police Databases in Exchange for Visa-Free Travel

KEY TAKEAWAYSUS wants to condition visa-free travel from Norway, with access in Norwegian Police dat...

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Bulgaria migrants: Torrid lives at bottom of people-smugglers' pyramid

"We were driving up the hill on a single track road, and the police car was coming down it. They mus...

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US agency submits final H-1B modernization rule for federal review: Implementation is nearing

Advancing the H-1B modernization proposal, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has presente...

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Planning to study abroad? Here’ is about some of world’s Most Budget-Friendly Study Abroad Destinations

Though studying abroad is a life-changing opportunity, in reality, it comes with a hefty price tag. ...

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BVG announces plan for semi-automatic U-Bahn trains in Berlin

The BVG has formally announced that it is planning to purchase semi-automatic U-Bahn trains&nbs...

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Transport disrupted as heavy snow storms expected across Germany

Wrap up warm or better - stay at home! Snow storms and black ice are expected to make a comebac...

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10 Best European Cities for Immigrants to Live in for 2023

KEY TAKEAWAYSCardiff (UK), Lisbon (PT), and Braga (PT) are considered the three best cities to live ...

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France to Issue Digital Visas for Paris Olympics: Who’s Eligible & What Are the Procedures

France has become the first European Union Member State to launch digital Schengen visa procedures, ...

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Time Spent in Romania & Bulgaria Will Be Counted Towards Total Stay in Schengen, EU Says

KEY TAKEAWAYSStarting from March 31 this year, citizens of third countries without an EU passport wi...

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Frankfurt Airport Sees 21% Growth in Passenger Traffic, Reaching 59.4 Million in 2023

KEY TAKEAWAYSIn 2023, Frankfurt airport welcomed nearly 59.4 million passengers, 21.3 per cent more ...

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Romania Deported 1,222 Irregular Migrants in 2023

KEY TAKEAWAYSIn 2023, Romania forcibly returned 1,222 individuals to their home countries,Approximat...

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Poland’s Former Minister Arrested for Accelerating Work Visa Issuance in Exchange for Money

KEY TAKEAWAYSPoland has arrested its former deputy foreign minister, Piotr Wawrzyk.Wawrzyk has been ...

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Swiss & Irish Nationals Might Soon Be Able to Enter China Visa-Free

KEY TAKEAWAYSPassport holders of Switzerland and Ireland might soon be permitted visa-free entry to ...

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Australia to introduce new permanent resident visa program in 2024

Pacific Engagement visa is a new permanent resident visa program for nationals of participating Paci...

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Boeing opens its factory doors to all 737 MAX operators to restore trust

As Boeing looks to toughen its quality control checks in the wake of the Alaska Airline 737 MAX 9 pl...

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Finland Investigating Organised Illegal Immigration at Its Borders

KEY TAKEAWAYSFinnish authorities are looking into organised illegal migration, suspecting that they ...

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Number of Britons & Israelis Buying Greek Real Estate Golden Visas Spikes Up

KEY TAKEAWAYSIn the first 11 months of 2023, Greece's Golden Visa Program saw a substantial increase...

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Women Exposed to Violence Eligible for Refugee Status, EU Court of Justice Rules

KEY TAKEAWAYSEU Court has said that women exposed to gender-based violence can be eligible for refug...

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No more Lithuanian citizens with family ties to EU-sanctioned persons found

The Migration Department’s probe, launched after it emerged that two children of Russian billionai...

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New York Times names Dresden as top destination for 2024

The capital of Saxony is having its moment in the spotlight - Dresden has been selected fo...

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Bundestag passes monumental new German citizenship law

Members of the German Bundestag have voted through historic changes to Germany’s citizenship legis...

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Latvia Starts Expelling Russians Who Have Failed to Meet Residency Rules

KEY TAKEAWAYSLatvia is sending letters of notification to Russians who do not meet residency require...

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UK Grants Another 2 Years to ‘Unaware’ EU Citizens to Apply for Settlement Status

KEY TAKEAWAYSEU citizens who did not apply for EU settled status due to “lack of awareness” will...

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Hungary to Restrict Visas for Foreign Temporary Workers

KEY TAKEAWAYSHungary will limit the number of visas issued to non-EU temporary workers.The Hungarian...

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Aadhaar enrollment: New rules announced for NRIs, OCI-card holders

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced modifications to the Aadhaar (Enr...

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Germany eases citizenship laws; to now allow foreigners in the country to get German passport in three years

German lawmakers voted to approve legislation that relaxes the rules on obtaining citizenship and el...

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Germany sees second day of large protests against far right

The weekend of protests against right-wing extremism continued in Germany, as tens of thousands took...

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Germany: Citizenship law could prompt 50,000 Turks to apply

German lawmakers have endorsed a new path to citizenship, allowing more people to gain dual national...

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Canada Calling: Immigration under fire, Canada to scale back international student intake

In 2022, Canada issued study permits to approximately 550,000 foreign students.This week’s “Cana...

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Countries Offering Skill Shortage Jobs With Work VISA in 2024

In 2024, the global economy is grappling with skill shortages, a critical phenomenon where the avail...

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Austria, France and Italy lead charge against lab-grown meat

Vienna, Paris and Rome, along with nine other EU countries, are set to argue that meat grown in a la...

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List of Countries Offering Fruit Picker Jobs in 2024 With Work VISA

Dive into a world brimming with opportunity as countries around the globe face a significant shortag...

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Germany Celebrates 250 Years of Caspar David Friedrich

Romantic painter Caspar David Friedrich is one of Germany's most famous painters. As the 250th anniv...

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India defers $602 mln plan to fill parts of strategic petroleum reserve

In the federal budget for 2023-24, the government had outlined a plan to purchase crude oil worth 50...

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Employers should use skill-based hiring to find hidden talent and address labour challenges

A concerning trend known as qualification inflation has been plaguing hiring practices for years. Qu...

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Saudi Arabia goes big in Davos as it looks to become a top AI tech hub for the Middle East

KEY POINTSSaudi Arabia’s delegation came out in force in Davos as the country looks to establish i...

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Luxembourg Free Work Visa For Foreigners | Luxembourg Work Permit 2024

In this article, I will cover everything you need to know if you are a job seeker who is interested ...

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Roman-era “barbarian weapons” found in Polish forest

Fifteen iron weapons likely belonging to “barbarian tribes” during the Roman Empire have been di...

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“Poland’s most beautiful bus station” opens in Lublin

A new bus station hailed by the media as the “most beautiful in Poland” has opened in the city o...

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A third of long-distance trains delayed in 2023, DB figures reveal

Has the German punctuality myth expired yet? Another year of poor performance saw just 64 percent of...

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What is German private pension insurance and should you have it?

While virtually all employees in Germany are obliged to contribute to a state pension, many people a...

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Finland Considers More Temporary Barriers on Eastern Border

KEY TAKEAWAYSFinland might construct additional temporary barriers at its border with Russia.The add...

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Record-Breaking 2.7 Million Foreigners Registered Working in Spain in December 2023

KEY TAKEAWAYSSpain recorded over 2.7 million foreign workers in December 2023, exceeding 2019 number...

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Most In-Demand Jobs in Lithuania – EU’s 2nd Easiest Country to Get a Work Visa

KEY TAKEAWAYSLithuania needs workers in many sectors, especially in manufacturing, construction, hea...

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Cyprus Golden Passport Scheme Trial Set for February 15

The Nicosia Criminal Court has set June 10 as the initial date for the trial related to the naturali...

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5,000 German troops in Lithuania – what will be the effect on the real estate market?

Under the existing plans, around 5,000 German brigade troops with families are expected to arrive in...

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Foreigners who have residence permits in Lithuania should take care of changing them in time

Foreigners who have temporary or permanent residence permits in Lithuania should not forget to caref...

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After setting the new minimum monthly salary and hourly remuneration, foreigners will also have to prove a larger amount of funds

On 1 January, the resolution adopted by the Government of the Republic of Lithuania last summer, est...

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“Nothing more important than supporting Ukraine,” says Tusk on Kyiv visit

Poland’s new prime minister, Donald Tusk, has visited Kyiv for his first trip to a foreign capital...

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New law on dual citizenship in Germany: How expats can benefit

Exciting changes in the German citizenship law are on the horizon, with a new bill introducing a ran...

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Deutschlandticket price frozen for 2024, transport ministers confirm

German Transport Ministers have announced that the Deutschlandticket will continue to cost...

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German train drivers announce 6-day strike from January 24

The German Train Drivers' Union (GDL) has announced that it plans to stage a six-day strike on ...

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London Mayor Wants EU to Grant Freedom of Movement, Study & Work to Young Brits

KEY TAKEAWAYSLondon mayor Sadiq Khan wants a new arrangement with the EU, that would permit young pe...

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Russian Influx to EU Through Loophole Rail Route to Kaliningrad Raises Security Concerns

KEY TAKEAWAYSNearly 14,000 people have used a rail route to reach EU, in spite of sanctions on trave...

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Indian Citizen Apprehended in Delhi for Schengen Visa Fraud

KEY TAKEAWAYSMujeeb P.P, a 49-year-old man from Malappuram, Kerala, was arrested for deceiving peopl...

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Germany Permits Israelis to Stay In the Country Visa-Free Until April 26, 2024

KEY TAKEAWAYSStarting January 26, Israelis in Germany will be permitted to stay in the country witho...

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Portugal’s Foreigners Law Might Cause a Stir, as Research Says It Does Not Align With EU Policies

KEY TAKEAWAYSResearcher Ana Rita Gil says that Portugal’s foreigners law deviates from EU policies...

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Skills for new opportunities

Germany is committed helping young people access practical training in their own countries of origin...

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Germany Introduces Opportunity Card for Non-EU Skilled Workers

Germany unveils the Opportunity Card, a game-changer for non-EU skilled workers seeking employment. ...