Global visa updates 2026: How Indian travellers will be affected? Check all visa changes here
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Ireland Offers ₹75 Lakh Scholarships for Indian Students – Apply Now!
Ireland Offers ₹75 Lakh Scholarships for Indian Students – Apply Now! HIGHLIGHTS: IRELAND TO SPONSOR ₹75 LAKH SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INDIAN STUDENTS * The state-funded National College of Ireland (NCI) has decided to offer a scholarship of ₹75 Lakh to Indian postgraduate students. * The announce...Read More »The post Ireland Offers ₹75 Lakh Scholarships for Indian Students – Apply Now! appeared first on .
Opinion: Allowing Pre-Registration Could Improve the Traveller Experience Under the Entry/Exit System
Just over four months into the rollout of the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), early lessons are beginning to emerge, writes Krum Garkov. The EES is part of an ambitious reform. Designed to modernize the management of the EU’s external borders, it replaces manual passport stamping with an automated system that records the entry and […] The post Opinion: Allowing Pre-Registration Could Improve the Traveller Experience Under the Entry/Exit System appeared first on SchengenNews.
Guidance: France: country policy and information notes
Guidance used by UK Visas and Immigration to make decisions in asylum and human rights applications.
France Makes Online Visa Appointments Mandatory Worldwide
As of February 20, 2026, travellers who need a French visa must book their appointment online, with walk-ins and informal booking routes removed from the process. France has moved to a mandatory online visa appointment system for foreign nationals applying worldwide, covering both short-stay Schengen visas and long-stay national visas, according to SchengenVisaInfo.com. The change […] The post France Makes Online Visa Appointments Mandatory Worldwide appeared first on SchengenNews.
France announces Visa Free Access to welcome 30,000 Indian Students. Modi-Macron Meet Updates.
France announces Visa Free Access to welcome 30,000 Indian Students. Modi-Macron Meet Updates. HIGHLIGHTS: FRANCE SETS A 30,000-STUDENT TARGET FOR INDIANS BY 2030 IN MAJOR EDUCATION BOOST * France has announced a bold plan to significantly expand academic ties with India, aiming to position itself as a top European stu...Read More »The post France announces Visa Free Access to welcome 30,000 Indian Students. Modi-Macron Meet Updates. appeared first on .
Germany Faces Shortage of 40,000 Nurses; Indians in Strong Demand. Apply now!
Germany Faces Shortage of 40,000 Nurses; Indians in Strong Demand. Apply now! HIGHLIGHTS: GERMANY IS CURRENTLY SEEKING 40,000 NURSES WITH A HIGH DEMAND FOR INDIANS * Germany is facing ongoing skills shortages in care facilities and hospitals, with a high demand for qualified nurses. * Nurses from Indi...Read More »The post Germany Faces Shortage of 40,000 Nurses; Indians in Strong Demand. Apply now! appeared first on .
Greece to hire Indians to fill skill shortages. Apply now!
Greece to hire Indians to fill skill shortages. Apply now! HIGHLIGHTS: GREECE ANNOUNCES A MAJOR IMMIGRANT RECRUITMENT DRIVE TO ADDRESS SKILL SHORTAGE * Greece has been hiring more than 80,000 skilled workers annually over the last two years to address workforce shortages. * The new ...Read More »The post Greece to hire Indians to fill skill shortages. Apply now! appeared first on .
India–EU Trade Pact Opens New Pathways for Students and Skilled Professionals. Apply now!
India–EU Trade Pact Opens New Pathways for Students and Skilled Professionals. Apply now! HIGHLIGHTS: THE INDIA-EU TRADE PACT TO OFFER NEW PATHWAYS TO INDIAN STUDENTS AND PROFESSIONALS IN EUROPE * The new India-EU trade pact strengthens economic ties between the two countries and establishes immigration pathways f...Read More »The post India–EU Trade Pact Opens New Pathways for Students and Skilled Professionals. Apply now! appeared first on .
Germany Eases Transit Rules for Indians Flying to the UK – Check Details Now!
Germany Eases Transit Rules for Indians Flying to the UK – Check Details Now! HIGHLIGHTS: GERMANY TO OFFER VISA-FREE TRANSIT TO INDIANS VISITING THE UK * Germany announces visa-free transit at airports for Indian passport holders visiting the UK through German airports, with the new rules yet to be ...Read More »The post Germany Eases Transit Rules for Indians Flying to the UK – Check Details Now! appeared first on .
Italy to grant 500,000 work visas in 2026-28. Apply now!
Italy to grant 500,000 work visas in 2026-28. Apply now! HIGHLIGHTS: ITALY TO ISSUE 500,000 WORK VISAS FROM 2026-2028 FOR SKILLED FOREIGN WORKERS * Italy has approved 5,00,000 work visas for foreign professionals between 2026 and 2028, making it the most extensive legal labour immi...Read More »The post Italy to grant 500,000 work visas in 2026-28. Apply now! appeared first on .
Schengen Visa “Small Country Trick” Leads to Refusals, VFS Global Warns UAE Travelers
The “small country trick” that many UAE residents believe allows them to apply to less popular Schengen countries like Luxembourg or Malta to receive visas more quickly has been proven false, according to VFS Global’s UAE Regional Director, Monaz Billimoria; and may even result in a visa refusal. The legal basis for determining which Schengen […] The post Schengen Visa “Small Country Trick” Leads to Refusals, VFS Global Warns UAE Travelers appeared first on SchengenNews.
EU Tightens Visa Rules for Russians, but ‘Golden Passports’ Keep Europe Open
Yesterday, the European Union made the decision to eliminate multi-entry Schengen visas for the majority of Russian citizens, representing a major escalation in travel restrictions against limiting Russian access to Europe. The multi-entry visa ban will affect ordinary Russian citizens seeking to travel to Europe for tourism, business, or family visits. But wealthy Russians and […] The post EU Tightens Visa Rules for Russians, but ‘Golden Passports’ Keep Europe Open appeared first on Schen
EU Implements Ban on Multiple-Entry Schengen Visas for Russian Nationals
BRUSSELS, Nov 7 – The European Commission issued an implementing decision to impose new restrictions for visa applications made by Russian nationals. Effective today (November 07), the European Commission will stop issuing multiple-entry Schengen visas and will require Russian nationals to apply for a new visa for each trip to the European Union. The Commission’s […] The post EU Implements Ban on Multiple-Entry Schengen Visas for Russian Nationals appeared first on SchengenNews
Portugal Cancels ALL Work-Seeking Visa Appointments Effective Immediately
As of October 23rd, 2025, due to the introduction of Law No. 61/2025 which fundamentally changes the way that Portugal handles immigration, the Portuguese government has canceled all appointments for work-seeking visas. The Law was announced through Portugal’s Official Gazette on October 22nd, 2025, and abolishes the previous job seeker visa. Instead, it introduces a […] The post Portugal Cancels ALL Work-Seeking Visa Appointments Effective Immediately appeared first on SchengenNews.
Seven Kosovo Nationals Stopped at Croatia-Serbia Border for Exceeding Schengen Stay Limits
Seven citizens of Kosovo were arrested this week at the Croatia-Serbia border after officials discovered that they exceeded the allowed stay of 90 days in the Schengen Area within the rolling period of 180 persons according to reports in the Kosovo media Telegrafi and KlanKosova. Border officers overseeing the outbound checks at the Batrovci-Bajakovo corridor […] The post Seven Kosovo Nationals Stopped at Croatia-Serbia Border for Exceeding Schengen Stay Limits appeared first on SchengenNe
EU Entry/Exit System Week One: Only 3 Countries Ready, Brussels Sees 3-Hour Queues
Severe technical failures and unprepared travelers have characterized a rocky launch of Europe’s digital border transformation this week, news having spread swiftly over social media of chaotic scenes at the early adopting airports. A week after the official launch of the Entry/Exit System (EES) on October 12, Europe’s ambitious digital border transformation has been bedeviled […] The post EU Entry/Exit System Week One: Only 3 Countries Ready, Brussels Sees 3-Hour Queues appear
The 3 Best Schengen Calculators for the EES Era: Track 90/180 Days and Prevent Overstays
As of October 12, 2025, the European Union’s Entry/Exit System (EES) officially began operations across Schengen external borders. Non-EU nationals entering the Schengen Area now face biometric scanning, automated stay tracking, and real-time enforcement of the 90-in-180-day rule. This represents the most significant change to Schengen border management since the zone’s creation. The shift is […] The post The 3 Best Schengen Calculators for the EES Era: Track 90/180 Days and Pr
Swiss Schengen Visa Applications in the US Now Through VFS Global
One week after going live, Switzerland’s outsourced intake for Schengen short-stay visas in the United States is fully operational, adding a consistent front-office process across four major cities. As of October 1, 2025, US-based applicants who require a visa to visit Switzerland are lodging short-stay Schengen applications through VFS Global centres in New York, Atlanta, […] The post Swiss Schengen Visa Applications in the US Now Through VFS Global appeared first on SchengenNews.
Morocco Adds Temporary E-Travel Pass for AFCON 2025 Fans
Starting 25 September 2025, Morocco is introducing a temporary Electronic Travel Authorization, known locally as AEVM, for supporters from eight African countries who plan to attend AFCON 2025 matches in the kingdom. The measure, which runs until 25 January 2026, covers travelers from Algeria, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Gabon, Niger, Senegal, Togo, and Tunisia. Royal […] The post Morocco Adds Temporary E-Travel Pass for AFCON 2025 Fans appeared first on VisaGuide.News.
South Africa Launches AI ETA, G20 Pilot in October
South Africa’s Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber introduced a national Electronic Travel Authorisation to industry leaders, confirming a phased rollout that begins ahead of G20 events. User acceptance testing starts at the end of September, with the pilot going live in mid October for accredited delegates arriving from China, India, Indonesia, and Mexico at […] The post South Africa Launches AI ETA, G20 Pilot in October appeared first on VisaGuide.News.
New Zealand Receives Nearly 200 Golden Visa Applications in Just 3 Months
About 200 golden visa applications have been received in New Zealand since April when new changes took effect. Immigration New Zealand announced that it has received 189 applications for the visa since the government applied new changes to facilitate the acquisition of these permits, two months ago, VisaGuide.World reports. In this regard, Economic growth minister, […] The post New Zealand Receives Nearly 200 Golden Visa Applications in Just 3 Months appeared first on VisaGuide.News.