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Travel
fromGamintraveler
1 day ago

The Mediterranean Country Quietly Giving Americans 5-Year Visas

Portugal's D7 visa offers a renewable 5-year residency option for Americans seeking a Mediterranean lifestyle without complex requirements.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

I see it as trafficking': the brutal reality of life as a foreign student in the UK

Sam, a 24-year-old from Odisha, sought to study abroad for better job prospects. After filling out forms, he received calls from education agents offering free services to help with university applications.
Higher education
Europe politics
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

Americans Are Flocking to 'Golden Visas'-and This European Country Offers One of the Most Affordable Options

Residency-by-investment programs have gained popularity among Americans, with a significant increase in inquiries for second citizenship abroad, particularly in Europe.
#expat-lifestyle
Canada news
fromAol
1 day ago

8 Best Places to Live Abroad for Young Adults, According to Experts

Living abroad is accessible for young adults, with many affordable and community-rich options available.
Canada news
fromAol
1 day ago

8 Best Places to Live Abroad for Young Adults, According to Experts

Living abroad is accessible for young adults, with many affordable and community-rich options available.
Canada news
fromAol
1 day ago

8 Best Places to Live Abroad for Young Adults, According to Experts

Living abroad is accessible for young adults, with many affordable and community-rich options available.
Canada news
fromAol
1 day ago

8 Best Places to Live Abroad for Young Adults, According to Experts

Living abroad is accessible for young adults, with many affordable and community-rich options available.
Remote teams
fromIndia Currents
3 days ago

Letting Stranded H-1B Employees Work From India Causes Serious Tax Risks For US Employees

H-1B workers in India face delays affecting tax, business operations, and mental stress, forcing companies to reconsider workforce strategies.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

German men need military permit for extended stays abroad

Germany's new military service law requires men aged 18-46 to obtain permission to leave the country for over three months.
#immigration
fromBoston.com
5 days ago
US news

Federal judge in Mass. rules Trump unlawfully revoked status of migrants who used entry app

fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Reform promises agency to ensure mass migrant removal

A proposed government plan would create a UK Deportation Command to detain and deport illegal migrants using mass charter flights and modular detention.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Three African countries agree to take back UK migrants after visa penalty threat

Three African countries agreed to accept returns of migrants without UK legal status after the home secretary threatened visa restrictions.
Social justice
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Immigrants seeking asylum ordered to countries they've never been to, stuck in limbo

Many immigrants face third-country deportation orders to nations where they have no ties, creating fear and uncertainty in their asylum processes.
fromBoston.com
5 days ago
US news

Federal judge in Mass. rules Trump unlawfully revoked status of migrants who used entry app

UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

This country has been our home': US family in UK threatened with detention over visa mix-up

An American family in the UK faces homelessness due to a rejected Home Office application for indefinite leave to remain.
Education
fromwww.thelocal.se
4 days ago

'We can go elsewhere': Skilled workers question future in Sweden over citizenship reforms

Chandra and Vibha face uncertainty over Swedish citizenship due to sudden rule changes affecting their applications and those of many others.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Legal groups condemn arrival of a dozen deportees from US to Uganda

Deportation flights from the US to Uganda are viewed as transnational repression, prompting legal challenges from Ugandan advocates.
NYC parents
fromwww.thelocal.se
5 days ago

IN DATA: How many teen deportations are there in Sweden?

Teen deportations in Sweden involve young adults aged 18-20 facing permit refusals, often due to age or parental residency status changes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Delayed by EU entry/exit system? Then travel light

The idea is to prevent visitors overstaying; the consequence is a 70% increase in security processing times, according to the trade body Airports Council International.
EU data protection
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Pair jailed for advertising small-boat crossings

Two Vietnamese nationals were jailed for smuggling people from France to the UK via small boats, targeting the Vietnamese community.
Boston
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Woman allegedly called ICE on workers she hired

A woman faces backlash for allegedly reporting construction workers to ICE after a roofing job, claiming she owes them money and denies making the call.
#us-visa-policy
US Elections
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

The U.S. Will Require Travelers From 50 Countries to Pay Up to $15,000 to Visit-What to Know

Travelers from 50 countries must post $15,000 bonds for U.S. entry under B1 or B2 visas, effective April 2.
US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

US to demand $15,000 visa bonds from 12 more countries

The Trump administration will require visa applicants from 12 additional countries to pay bonds of $5,000 to $15,000 starting April 12, bringing the total to 50 countries with bond requirements.
US Elections
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

The U.S. Will Require Travelers From 50 Countries to Pay Up to $15,000 to Visit-What to Know

Travelers from 50 countries must post $15,000 bonds for U.S. entry under B1 or B2 visas, effective April 2.
US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

US to demand $15,000 visa bonds from 12 more countries

The Trump administration will require visa applicants from 12 additional countries to pay bonds of $5,000 to $15,000 starting April 12, bringing the total to 50 countries with bond requirements.
#citizenship
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the Brexit effect.
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 days ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the Brexit effect.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Two migrants die in English Channel tragedy' as UK-France deal is extended

Emergency services, including a helicopter, were seen searching the area, and French maritime authorities recovered people from the water, with one person treated for hypothermia.
France news
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

High Court dismisses judicial review against eVisa system | Computer Weekly

The High Court upheld the Home Office's eVisa system, ruling it lawful despite ongoing data issues and lack of alternative proof for immigration status.
UK news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 week ago

British-Norwegian teenager still stuck in Denmark due to new UK travel rules

A British-Norwegian dual national schoolgirl is stranded in Denmark due to new UK travel rules requiring valid British passports for entry.
#visa-bonds
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

US to require up to $15,000 bond for visa applicants from 12 new countries

The Trump administration expanded visa bond requirements to 50 countries, adding 12 nations primarily from Africa, requiring applicants to post bonds up to $15,000 to reduce visa overstays.
fromConde Nast Traveler
8 months ago
US politics

US Expands Its Visa Bond Policy to 38 Countries

Passengers from 38 countries will need B1/B2 visa bonds of $5,000–$15,000 to enter the United States beginning January 21, 2026, under a 12-month pilot.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

US to require up to $15,000 bond for visa applicants from 12 new countries

The Trump administration expanded visa bond requirements to 50 countries, adding 12 nations primarily from Africa, requiring applicants to post bonds up to $15,000 to reduce visa overstays.
Europe politics
fromGamintraveler
4 days ago

The Residency Visa Americans Apply For Most And The One With Better Odds

Americans often pursue the D7 visa for Portugal, but better options exist with fewer pitfalls and clearer eligibility criteria.
SF parents
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

Seeking a Second Passport

Americans are increasingly obtaining citizenship in ancestral countries as a form of insurance against political and social uncertainty in the United States.
EU data protection
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

UK to hike price of Electronic Travel Authorisation for foreign travellers

The UK government is increasing the Electronic Travel Authorisation fee by 25% to £20, coinciding with stricter entry rules for travelers.
Retirement
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

7 Hidden Costs of Retiring Abroad That No One Warns You About, According to Experts

One-third of Americans would relocate abroad if possible, with over 700,000 already receiving Social Security benefits outside the U.S., but retirees face significant hidden costs including legal fees and currency fluctuations.
Europe politics
fromGamintraveler
1 week ago

The EU Border Question That's Getting 1 In 5 Americans Denied Entry And Most Don't Know The Answer

Working remotely on a tourist visa in the EU can lead to entry denial for American travelers unaware of legal restrictions.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromForbes
3 weeks ago

8 Countries Paying People To Move There In 2026

Remote work has decoupled career location from residence location, enabling millions of professionals to live and work anywhere globally.
fromSplashTravels
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

I worked remotely while visiting Europe on a tourist visa, and my dad says that's illegal-did I technically break the law?

Remote teams
fromForbes
3 weeks ago

8 Countries Paying People To Move There In 2026

Remote work has decoupled career location from residence location, enabling millions of professionals to live and work anywhere globally.
fromSplashTravels
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

I worked remotely while visiting Europe on a tourist visa, and my dad says that's illegal-did I technically break the law?

fromwww.thelocal.com
3 weeks ago

Americans in Europe: US finally slashes citizenship renunciation fee

After significant deliberation, taking into account both the affected public's concerns regarding the cost of the fee and the not insignificant anecdotal evidence regarding tax-related difficulties many US nationals residing abroad encounter, including in part because of FATCA, the Department made a policy decision... to propose alleviating the cost burden for those individuals who decide to request CLN services by returning to the below-cost fee of $450.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

More British teenagers stranded abroad as result of new rules on dual nationals

"It's like they have brought in a new law and not considered the time people needed to get passports and to change their status ahead of upcoming changes in the rules."
UK news
Travel
fromGamintraveler
3 weeks ago

Can Americans Really Stay Abroad For A Full Year Without Visa Issues? Yes In These 11 Countries

Americans seeking year-long European stays must navigate specific visa and residence permit requirements rather than relying on short-stay loopholes, as the Schengen 90-day limit enforces strict mathematical boundaries.
#uk-immigration-policy
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

UK puts emergency brake on study visas for four countries' nationals

The UK government halted study and work visas for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan to prevent asylum system abuse through legal migration routes.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK politics

How many visas go to countries that have been affected by the halt on grants?

The UK government banned study visas for citizens from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan, despite these nations representing less than one percent of all study visas issued.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK puts emergency brake on study visas for four countries' nationals

The UK government halted study and work visas for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan to prevent asylum system abuse through legal migration routes.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

How many visas go to countries that have been affected by the halt on grants?

The UK government banned study visas for citizens from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan, despite these nations representing less than one percent of all study visas issued.
UK news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

UK passport rule prompts expats to consider renouncing British citizenship - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A new UK rule requiring dual citizens to use British passports for entry is prompting some internationally-mobile Brits and expats to consider renouncing their citizenship.
fromGamintraveler
4 weeks ago

Why Is Spain Suddenly Harder For Americans? Here's What Changed

For years, Americans had a handful of "soft" ways to stay in Spain longer than a normal vacation, or to turn a property purchase into a residency plan. Spain did not slam the door shut. But it did remove shortcuts, tighten the math, and make border time much easier to track.
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK's study visa ban for four countries will drive more people to use small boats'

Our government says it wants to stop people from making dangerous and often deadly Channel crossings to seek sanctuary. But its approach is doing exactly the opposite. This government has already put family reunion applications on hold, now it wants to ban a small number of people from leaving conflict zones to continue their education and then claim asylum instead of being sent back into danger.
World news
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Mahmood to stop study visas from four countries due to 'abuse'

The UK government will stop issuing study visas to Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan, and skilled work visas to Afghans, citing widespread visa abuse and high asylum claim rates from these countries.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Families given a week to decide whether to leave UK voluntarily plead for more time

The Home Office gave 150 families with refused asylum claims seven days to voluntarily return home or face forced removal, offering payments up to £40,000 per family.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Home Office U-turn will let some dual nationals use EU passport to enter UK

If you got British citizenship after settling in the UK under the EU settlement scheme, you can travel to the UK using a valid: passport of your other nationality; [or] national identity card from the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland.
Europe politics
Travel
fromGamintraveler
1 month ago

The Popular Europe Hack Immigration Officers Are Flagging: This Travel "Hack" For Europe Could Actually Get You Deported

Attempting to reset the Schengen 90-day limit through border hops, fake documents, or misleading statements results in deportation, as border officers verify passport history, biometrics, finances, and accommodation against stated duration.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Tell us: are you an American living abroad who has tried to renounce your citizenship?

American expats who tried renouncing US citizenship are invited to securely share detailed experiences, including motives, obstacles, future-return concerns, and anecdotes; contributions can be anonymous.
Europe politics
fromGamintraveler
1 month ago

Why These 7 Countries Quietly Want More Americans To Move There: The Places Making It Easier For Americans To Move

Multiple countries actively recruit American migrants through visa programs to address economic decline, demographic challenges, and geopolitical influence.
Business
fromBloombergtax
2 months ago

H-1B Workers Stranded in India Create Tax Dilemma for Employers

Thousands of H-1B workers stranded in India risk creating taxable permanent establishments for their US employers if allowed extended remote work.
#ees
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Home Office denies absurd' criticism over rule change that could leave dual nationals stranded

New UK border rules requiring British dual nationals to present valid passports or certificates of entitlement caused confusion and travel disruptions despite the Home Office claiming adequate communication.
Travel
fromGamintraveler
1 month ago

No Visa? No Problem: 20 Countries Americans Can Live In For A Year Without A Visa

Many countries now offer visa-free, extended tourist, or digital nomad visas allowing Americans to legally stay up to a year with minimal paperwork.
Higher education
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Fewer foreign students are enrolling in US universities for the first time in 3 years

Graduate international student enrollment in US colleges fell 5.9% in fall 2025 amid stricter visa and immigration controls.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

EU announces new push to overhaul visa system and deportations policy

EU seeks to curb irregular arrivals by boosting deportations, creating return hubs, and using migration diplomacy amid political pressure and human-rights criticism.
Travel
fromTravelwith2ofus
1 month ago

Check Travel Visa Requirements For 200+ Destinations Worldwide

Travel Visa Requirement Checker provides passport-specific entry requirements for 200+ destinations using ISO-standardized data combined with community-verified updates.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago

Strategies for Supporting International Scholars (opinion)

While everyone is subject to their individual situations, for many, the process begins with an F-1 student visa, which they hold as they complete a Ph.D. over five to six years. After graduation, they may choose to transition to Optional Practical Training (OPT), which provides a year of work authorization, with a two-year extension for STEM graduates. Some may then transition to a H-1B temporary work visa, which provides for three years of work authorization and is renewable for another three years.
Higher education
World news
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

U.S. Travelers Are Now Banned From These Countries-What to Know

Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have suspended entry for U.S. citizens in reciprocity after the United States expanded travel restrictions, amid U.S. Level 4 advisories.
#immigrant-visas
World news
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The hidden costs of becoming an expat

Emigrating from the U.S. requires careful consideration of hidden costs, practical infrastructure and lifestyle factors despite growing expatriation interest.
Travel
fromGamintraveler
2 months ago

The One Visa Question That's Sending Americans Home

American travelers often unintentionally breach European visa rules by admitting remote work or long-term intentions at border control, so answer arrival questions briefly and consistently.
#immigration-policy
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

U.S. Citizens Can Visit These Countries Without a Visa-What to Know

U.S. passports allow visa-free travel to 180 destinations, but entry rules, permitted stay lengths and new ETIAS requirements for Europe (from 2026) must be checked.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

The United States government revoked a record 100,000 visas in 2025

U.S. State Department revoked 100,000+ visas under Trump, a 150% increase from 2024, including thousands of student and specialized visas tied to criminal encounters.
Travel
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

This Minor Passport Error Could End Your Vacation

Insufficient blank passport pages can cause airlines to refuse boarding or border officials to deny entry, especially on multi-country itineraries with varying page requirements.
Travel
fromInvestopedia
2 months ago

6 Countries That Offer Easy Visa Paths for Expats

Long-term stays abroad generally require extended-stay visas or residency permits, with many countries offering renewable temporary visas and specific financial eligibility paths.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

How Many Passports Can You Have?

Spy thrillers have often included characters with multiple passports to evoke drama and suspense. The reality of having more than one passport is far tamer, but can help travelers navigate difficult visa situations and provide more flexibility for trips abroad. Even having a duplicate of a passport can be helpful if your primary passport is damaged, lost, or stolen. Here's everything travelers need to know about holding multiple passports, including how many you can have, how to obtain a second passport,
Travel
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Travel Error Has Caused U.S. Passports to Be Voided Mid-trip-What to Do If It Happens to You

Some U.S. passports have been incorrectly flagged lost or stolen during international travel, causing detentions, denied travel, and emergency embassy interventions.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

These Countries Are Updating Guidance About Travel to the U.S.-What to Know

Several governments updated travel guidance for the U.S., warning of violent clashes, political demonstrations, border tensions, and event-related risks such as the FIFA World Cup.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Trump administration to suspend immigrant visa processing for 75 countries

The United States will suspend immigrant visa processing for about 75 countries, citing concerns that migrants draw unacceptable levels of welfare from American public funds.
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