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Sweden to Make it Easier for Highly Skilled Foreigners to Obtain EU Blue Card

Sweden's government has announced plans to simplify the application process for highly skilled foreigners to obtain the EU Blue Card. The new changes aim to attract and retain highly qualified workers in the country, and are expected to come into effect on November 18, 2023.

Manish Khandelwal
10/05/2023

Visas & Passports

Germany Job Seeker Visa: A Pathway to Employment and Settlement in Europe

Germany's job seeker visa is a great option for individuals who want to find employment in the country and potentially settle in Europe. This article provides a detailed overview of the visa requirements, application process, and options for converting the visa into a work visa or an EU Blue Card.

Manish Khandelwal
26/04/2023

Visas & Passports

Schengen Visa Wait Times Too Long? Visit These Quick-Processing Countries Instead

Some European countries still have long wait times for Schengen visa appointments, but there are a few countries that are processing visas in a matter of days. Read on to find out which European countries are offering quick visas right now.

Manish Khandelwal
08/04/2023

Visas & Passports

Schengen Visa Process to Goes Digital: EU Approves Online Application Platform

The EU member states ambassadors have agreed to the Council's negotiating mandate on a proposal to digitalise the Schengen visa procedure. The new changes will allow applicants to seek visas online, replacing the current visa sticker with a digital visa.

Manish Khandelwal
31/03/2023

Visas & Passports

Visa Waiver: European Union Delays Launch of ETIAS until 2024

The ETIAS is a visa waiver scheme that aims to digitally screen and track travellers entering and leaving EU countries, in order to strengthen its border security.

Manish Khandelwal
06/03/2023

Visas & Passports

EU to No Longer Stamp Passports of Third-Country Nationals Entering Schengen Area

The European Union is launching a new automated system, the Entry/Exit System (EES), to monitor the entry and exit of third-country nationals. The system will replace the current manual passport stamping process, making it easier and faster for travelers to cross borders and providing more reliable data.

Manish Khandelwal
12/02/2023

Blogs, Visas & Passports

12 Easiest Countries To Get A Schengen Visa

Obtaining a Schengen visa from a non-EU country can be a nightmare due to lengthy processing times, numerous paperwork requirements, and significant delays. Recently, a Twitter user shared a picture of the massive paperwork required for getting a Schengen visa,…

Manish Khandelwal
12/08/2022

Blogs, Visas & Passports

Schengen Visa: Types, How To Apply, Documents Required, Fees And All You Need to Know

If you are planning a trip to any European country, you have probably heard of the ‘Schengen Visa,’ which is the most common type of visa in Europe. The Schengen visa permits its holder to enter, freely travel within, and…

Manish Khandelwal
25/07/2022

Visas & Passports

Delay In Schengen Visa, No Appointments Until September Amid High Demand

Travellers from non-EU countries who require a Schengen visa to enter the Schengen Area may have to postpone or reschedule their summer vacation plans if they have not yet received a visa. The reason for this is a subsequent delay…

Manish Khandelwal
21/07/2022

International

Portugal Ends All Covid-19 Entry Restrictions For Foreign Travellers

Portugal, a southern European country on the Iberian Peninsula, has recently lifted all Covid-related entry restrictions for international visitors arriving in the country. This implies that international visitors will no longer be required to provide a negative RT-PCR test report,…

Manish Khandelwal
10/07/2022