Schengen Report Urges Faster Implementation of ETIAS and EES Systems

The 2024-2025 State of Schengen report, published today by the EU Commission, has highlighted the importance of the Entry/Exit System and the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) in order to prevent security risks in the borderless area.

Polish Interior Minister Confirms Ongoing Closure of Belarus Border

The Polish Interior Minister, Tomasz Siemoniak, has said that there is no possibility that Poland will reopen its border checkpoints with Belarus.

UK Lawmakers Respond to British Nationals' Concerns Over EU Travel Limits

The House of Lords has reviewed evidence about how limiting the 90/180-day rule is for Brits who own property in France.

Israel Cancels Visas for 27 French Delegates Planning Visit to Palestinian Territories

Israel's Interior Ministry has revoked the visas of 27 French officials—members of France’s Ecologist and Communist parties—ahead of their planned visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories.

Iceland to Review Residence Permit Policies: Potential Changes Ahead

Iceland’s Minister of Justice, Þorbjörg Sigríður Gunnlaugsdóttir, has established a task force to evaluate and reform the nation’s residence permit regulations.

Polish Embassy Advises Indian Citizens to Avoid Agents for Schengen Visa Applications

The Polish Embassy in India has advised all visa applicants to avoid going through the visa application process with the help of intermediaries.

Netherlands Faces Surge in Unauthorised Employment of Third-Country Nationals

Meat processing and hospitality sectors are also quite common for these workers while babysitting and cleaning services are found among those that that take up informal employment.

Croatia Issues Record Number of Work Permits to Nepali Citizens

More than one in five permits issued by the Croatian government for employment purposes were granted to Nepali citizens. Nepal could become the top market source for foreign workers to Croatia, potentially overtaking Bosnians as the main workers in the country.

Nationals of Belgium Soon Eligible for Visa-Free Travel to Vietnam