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Schengen Visa Nightmare: Turkish Citizens Lose €775 Million in Fees

Turkish citizens face costly Schengen Visa challenges, with a 14.5% rejection rate in 2024 and over 13.6 million euros lost.…

Country-by-Country Bank Balance Guide for Tourist Visa Applications

Tourist visa applicants must show steady financial proof through bank statements, income evidence, and travel plans. Requirements differ per destination,…

Migration Fears Disrupt Europe’s Borderless Travel with Traffic Jams

Schengen countries impose internal border controls through 2025 amid migration and security concerns. Key countries include Germany, France, Italy, and…

Mali Condemns Czech Republic Over Visa Denial for U19 Women’s Basketball Team

Mali’s U19 women’s basketball team was denied Czech visas for the 2025 FIBA World Cup, leading to canceled matches and…

Estonia Implements New Procedures for Visa Decision Appeals

From July 18, 2025, Estonia shortens visa appeal time to 10 days, with appeals reviewed by the Ministry of Foreign…

Seven Men from Gujarat Arrested for Using Fake Schengen Visas

Seven Gujarat men were arrested in Mumbai for fake Schengen Employment Visas after deportation from Dubai. The visas lacked security…

Trump Threatens 30% Tariffs on Mexico and EU Imports Starting July 1

The U.S. will enforce a 30% tariff on Mexican and EU imports starting August 1, 2025. This raises costs for…

Spain’s Aena Proposes 6.5% Airport Fee Increase for 2026

Spain’s airport fees are frozen in 2025, with a proposed 6.5% increase for 2026 pending CNMC approval. Airlines and passengers…