Estonia Ends Visa-Free Travel for Georgian Diplomats & Officials Amid Repression Concerns
The government of Estonia has decided to exclude Georgian diplomatic and service passport holders from its visa-free policy, obliging them …
EU/Schengen
EU Official Acknowledges Challenges Indians Face in Securing Schengen Visas
Deputy Head of Delegation of the European Union to India, Ewa Suwara, has acknowledged that challenges to secure a Schengen …
Germany’s Plans for Stricter Border Controls Spark Mixed Reactions From Austria & Luxembourg
The decision of Germany to further tighten the border controlswhich include turning away migrants, has caused mixed reactions among neighbouring …
Swiss Opposition Calls for Abolition of Golden Visa Program
Arguing that “the wealthiest get the best deal”, Switzerland’s Green Party is reattempting to abolish the country’s Golden Visa Program. …
France Makes Visa Application Procedures Easier for Algerian Students
Capago International, the new visa processing company of France in Algeria, has introduced simplified procedures for visa applicants in the …
Türkiye’s Path to EU Membership Remains Blocked
Türkiye’s accession process to the European Union must remain frozen, the Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have said. MEPs …
Poland to Make It Harder to Obtain Citizenship: Foreigners May Face 10-Year Residency Requirement
The main opposition party of Poland, PiS, wants the country to tighten the citizenship rules for foreign nationals residing in …
EU Plans to Recognise UK Qualifications, Easing Work Access for British Professionals
Skilled workers from the UK are expected to benefit from the most recent proposal that the EU has in mind …
Austrian State Councillor Advocates for Stricter Citizenship Criteria
FPÖ State Councillor Christoph Luisser has advocated for tightened citizenship rules in Austria. In contrast to the United States President, …
Foreigners Whose Legal Status Has Ended Required to Leave Finland
The Finnish government has announced that, since May 6, 2025, changes to the Aliens Act have entered into force, aiming …