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Visas & Passports

Italy to Mandate Biometric Data for Long-Term Schengen Visas in 2025

Italy is increasing its visa application scrutiny. Starting January 11, 2025, all long-term visa applicants, including those seeking employment, study, or family reunification, must now provide biometric data, such as fingerprints.

Manish Khandelwal
08/01/2025

Visas & Passports

Italy Updates Long-Term Visa Process: Fingerprinting Now Mandatory

Italy has announced new visa requirements for international students, effective January 2025. Mandatory fingerprinting and individual appointments aim to streamline the process but raise concerns about increased costs and delays.

Manish Khandelwal
12/12/2024

Hospitality

Italy Cracks Down on Self-Check-in: Key Box Ban for Holiday Rentals

Italy has banned key boxes in holiday rentals, requiring in-person check-ins to improve safety and address national security concerns. The regulation aims to tackle anonymous stays and enforce stricter guest verification.

Editorial Team
08/12/2024

Destination

France to Reinstate Border Checks: Delays for Non-Schengen Visitors

Starting November 1, 2024, France will reintroduce border checks for six months, impacting travellers from neighboring Schengen countries. Non-Schengen nationals, including holidaymakers from the UK, should expect longer wait times due to increased security measures.

Editorial Team
24/10/2024

Visas & Passports

Italy Increases Work Visa Quotas for 2025, Introduces Stricter Rules

Italy is set to increase work visas in 2025 to address labor shortages and attract skilled foreign workers. However, the government is also implementing stricter measures to combat fraudulent applications and exploitation. The overall quota for work visas is set to rise to 165,000 in 2025, up from 151,000 in 2024.

Manish Khandelwal
11/10/2024

Visas & Passports

Italy Issues 330,000 Residence Permits in 2023, Family and Study Permits Surge

Italy's residence permit landscape saw significant changes in 2023, with a surge in temporary protection permits, especially for Ukrainians, and a sharp decline in work permits. Discover how this has reshaped the country's foreign resident communities.

Manish Khandelwal
08/10/2024

Visas & Passports

Italy to Extend Temporary Work Visa Application Days Amid Labor Shortages

Italy is set to make it easier for foreigners to obtain temporary work visas. The government plans to increase the number of days each year when applications are accepted, known as "click days." This move aims to address labor shortages in the country while maintaining the existing immigration laws.

Manish Khandelwal
01/10/2024

Blogs, Visas & Passports

Top 5 Golden Visas: Your Gateway to Global Residency and Citizenship

Golden Visas offer a pathway to residency and citizenship in some of the world's most desirable countries. From the Mediterranean charm of Greece to the business-friendly environment of the UAE, there's a Golden Visa program to suit your needs.

Manish Khandelwal
28/09/2024

Visas & Passports

Italy Streamlines Visa Process for Indians with New Visa Application Centre

A new Italian Visa Application Centre has opened in New Delhi, offering improved visa services for Indian travelers. With a significant rise in demand for Italian visas, the center aims to simplify and expedite the application process, making Italy more accessible to Indian tourists.

Manish Khandelwal
26/09/2024

Destination

Travel Disruption: Public Transport Strikes Hit Italy, Portugal, and Netherlands

Planning a trip around Europe this September? Be aware of ongoing public transport strikes that could impact your travel plans. Strikes are common across the continent as workers demand better pay and working conditions. Some are scheduled in advance, while…