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Several Schengen Visa Application Centers Closed Until Further Notice
March 16, 2026

Several Schengen Visa Application Centers Closed Until Further Notice

Several Schengen visa application centres operated by VFS Global are currently closed for new visa submissions until fur...
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Six categories of professionals could be eligible for longer stays in Schengen under the new EU plan
March 5, 2026

Six categories of professionals could be eligible for longer stays in Schengen under the new EU plan

The European Commission is considering allowing certain non-EU professionals to stay longer than the current 90-day limi...
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Germany Sets the Stage for GCC Travellers with City Life and Culinary Experiences in 2026
March 3, 2026

Germany Sets the Stage for GCC Travellers with City Life and Culinary Experiences in 2026

In 2026, the German National Tourist Office and Visit Berlin are positioning Germany as a top tourism hub for travellers...
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UKVI Launches eVisa System, Phasing Out Paper Visas from 25 February
February 22, 2026

UKVI Launches eVisa System, Phasing Out Paper Visas from 25 February

UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) has announced the final piece of its digital immigration jigsaw: from 25 February 2026...
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Japan to Increase Visa Fees From 2026: What Travellers Need to Know
February 5, 2026

Japan to Increase Visa Fees From 2026: What Travellers Need to Know

Japan will increase its visa fees starting in 2026 for both short-term and long-term visitors. This will be the first ma...
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US Offers Faster Visa Appointments with FIFA Pass
January 28, 2026

US Offers Faster Visa Appointments with FIFA Pass

Dubai: The United States has introduced a new system called the FIFA Pass to help international travellers plan their tr...
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Armenia Lifts Visa Requirement for GCC Nationals and Expats from July 1
July 17, 2025

Armenia Lifts Visa Requirement for GCC Nationals and Expats from July 1

Dubai: Starting July 1, nationals and expatriates living in Kuwait and other GCC countries no longer need a visa to trav...
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Germany Extends Border Controls Until September 2025
February 21, 2025

Germany Extends Border Controls Until September 2025

Germany has decided to extend its internal border controls for another six months, keeping them in place until September...
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Greece to Issue 200,000 Visas for Turkish Tourists in 2025
February 17, 2025

Greece to Issue 200,000 Visas for Turkish Tourists in 2025

The Greek Consulate in Istanbul plans to issue over 200,000 visas to Turkish tourists in 2025 to boost tourism and stren...
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EU Ends Visa-Free Travel for Georgian Officials Over Policy Concerns
February 3, 2025

EU Ends Visa-Free Travel for Georgian Officials Over Policy Concerns

The European Union has suspended visa-free travel for Georgian diplomats and officials. Once the decision takes effect, ...
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Italy or Spain- Which Schengen Visa is More Popular?
January 31, 2025

Italy or Spain – Which Schengen Visa is More Popular?

Italy and Spain are top choices for Schengen visa applicants, offering rich art, culture, and unique experiences. While ...
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Vietnam Offers Visa-Free Travel to Poland, Switzerland, and Czechia
January 25, 2025

Vietnam Offers Visa-Free Travel to Poland, Switzerland, and Czechia

Starting March 1, 2025, nationals of Poland, Switzerland, and Czechia can travel to Vietnam visa-free for up to 45 days,...
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