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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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"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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Irish educational institutions are expressing worry following financial losses caused by fraudulent student visa schemes.

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At the conclusion of 2023, Germany recorded 419,000 foreigners holding work permits.

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Denmark to Raise Citizenship Application Fee to €804

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Foreigners From 9 Non-EU Countries No Longer Need Work Permits to Work in Czechia

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Germany Pledges Support for Moldova's Path to EU Membership

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Greece to Offer Golden Visas to Entrepreneurs Investing €250,000 in Startups

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Lithuania Proposes Language Requirement for Foreign Workers in the Service Industry

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