Greece: Number of Golden Visa Applications Declined in April 2025
The number of applications for Greece’s Golden Visa Program marked a notable decline in April this year, based on the …
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Croatia Granting Fewer Work Permits Following Tightened Rules
The number of work permits granted to foreign nationals by the Croatian authorities is continuing to decline, partly due to …
Germany vs Italy – Which Country Is a More Popular Destination For Schengen Visa Applicants?
Germany and Italy are the third- and fourth-largest recipients of Schengen visa applications for 2024, each receiving over one million …
Tourist Taxes Soon to Be Implemented in Norway
Authorities in Norway have recently approved a tax for tourists visiting the most popular destinations in the country. Tourists visiting …
Czechia to Increase Annual Work Visa Quota to Attract More Highly Qualified Foreign Workers
Czechia plans to introduce a number of changes to its immigration system in an attempt to attract more highly qualified …
Portugal’s Immigration Agency Accused of Violating Job-Seeking Visa Rules for Brazilians
A Brazilian national has complained of facing bureaucratic hurdles in Portugal when wanting to secure a residence permit despite holding …
Portugal Aims to Attract More Global Investors With Upcoming Golden Visa Changes
Portugal’s government is considering enhancing its Golden Visa Program to attract a large number of foreign investors. The new changes …
Afghan Local Staff Cannot Sue Germany for Entry Visa, Court Rules
The Higher Administrative Court of Berlin has ruled that Afghan staff working for Germany in Afghanistan cannot sue the country …
France vs Spain – Which Country Did Moroccans & Algerians Prefer for Schengen Visas in 2024?
Moroccans represent one of the nationality groups with the highest number of visa applications from the African continent. According to …
Migration Lawyer Urges Brazilians Moving to Portugal to Apply for Visa Before Leaving
Immigration lawyer Wilson Bicalho has advised Brazilians who want to move to Portugal long-term to apply for the visa while …