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Italy, France, and Spain Lead Schengen Visa Issuance to Russians in 2024
Italy, France, and Spain dominate Schengen visa issuance to Russians in 2024 with over 540,000 visas granted. Approval rates rose;…
Bulgaria Issues Over 96,000 Schengen Visas in 2024
In 2024, Bulgaria issued 96,142 Schengen visas with 54.5% multiple-entry, joining Schengen fully by January 2025. Visa demand across Europe…
UAE Residents Benefit from Faster Visa Approvals in Schengen Countries
Schengen visa slots in the UAE are fully booked for summer 2025. Germany introduces a five-year visa and removes free…
Germany Ends Visa Remonstration Procedure from July 1, 2025 Worldwide
From July 2025, Germany ends informal visa appeal letters, forcing Schengen applicants to reapply or pursue legal appeals. This increases…
Spain Visa Revamp: Job Seekers Can Stay 12 Months If Eligible
Spain’s Job Seeker Visa duration increased to 12 months as of May 2025, targeting skilled non-EU workers with strict eligibility…
Council of Europe Launches Digital Citizenship Education Curriculum Framework
Launching in May 2025, the Council of Europe’s Digital Citizenship Framework guides 46 countries in teaching youth responsible online skills…
India sets new record for Schengen visa applications, Spain leads demand
India’s summer 2025 visa applications rose 68%, with Schengen requests up 29%, driven by rising incomes and travel interest. Spain,…
Austrian Chancellor calls EU asylum rules outdated and urges reform
Austrian Chancellor Stocker demands urgent reform of EU asylum rules, highlighting Austria’s suspension of migrant family reunification. The EU’s new…