Russia is preparing visa restrictions for “unfriendly countries” – Lavrov

Russia is preparing visa restrictions for “unfriendly countries” – Lavrov

Photo: Reuters (file photo) Lavrov warned about the preparation of restrictions on entry into the territory of Russia – – Such a step will expand the “toolkit of influence” on several categories of foreign citizens, the Russian minister believes. The Russian authorities are preparing measures to restrict the entry of citizens from countries carrying out … Read more

Britain has been facilitating visas for foreign workers since January ….

Britain has been facilitating visas for foreign workers since January ….

Immigration rules for welfare workers from abroad will be temporarily eased, the British government announced, BNR reported. Social workers, assistants in need of special care and workers in social care homes will be able to apply for a special 12-month visa. The government said it would help tackle labor shortages. Earlier, many warnings were issued … Read more

Media learned about the new EU requirement for visa-free travel

Media learned about the new EU requirement for visa-free travel

Фото: Getty Images According to media estimates, there is no threat of canceling visa-free travel for Ukraine – – The EU is discussing the synchronization of visa-free countries with the Union’s visa policy, which Ukraine will not agree to, the media write. The European Union has put forward a new recommendation for Ukraine on a … Read more

Israel- Palestinian Territories: press release from the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (13.05.21)

Israel- Palestinian Territories: press release from the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (13.05.21)

Mr. Jean-Yves Le Drian, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, met today with his Israeli, Palestinian and Egyptian counterparts. He underlined our deep concern in the face of the ongoing escalation, the human toll of which is already very heavy, and our desire to contribute to a rapid easing of tensions. He again strongly condemned … Read more

“Just freeze your visas.” Ex-President of Estonia proposed to ban all Russians from entering the European Union

“Just freeze your visas.”  Ex-President of Estonia proposed to ban all Russians from entering the European Union

“Maybe there should be a“ time-out ”for any, I mean“ in general ”, visits from Russia. […] Just freeze your visas except for family emergency. Europe’s security is at stake. Enough, “he wrote. The ex-President of Estonia noted that “up to the invasion of Crimea, these people arrogantly demanded a visa-free regime with the EU.” … Read more

Ukraine – Statement by the spokespersons of the foreign ministries of France and Germany (3.04.21)

Ukraine – Statement by the spokespersons of the foreign ministries of France and Germany (3.04.21)

France and Germany are concerned about the increase in ceasefire violations, while the situation had stabilized since July 2020 in eastern Ukraine. We are following the situation with great vigilance, in particular the movements of Russian forces, and call on the Parties to restraint and to immediately de-escalate tensions. We reaffirm our support for the … Read more

Biometric visas for foreigners: the law is signed

Biometric visas for foreigners: the law is signed

Photo: president.gov.ua The law aims to improve visa procedures – – Foreigners and stateless persons must submit their biometric data when applying for a visa. The law was signed by the President of Ukraine. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed the Law on Amendments to the Law of Ukraine On the Legal Status of Foreigners … Read more

Are visas falling because of the pandemic?

Are visas falling because of the pandemic?

The Bulgarian Hotel and Restaurant Organization (BHRA) proposes to adopt a package of measures to centralize the process of applying for, approving and obtaining a single tourist visa for Bulgaria. The purpose of these measures is to save time and effort for the average tourist, the organization said. That is why the BHRA insists that … Read more

Statement by the G7 Foreign Ministers (12.03.2021)

Statement by the G7 Foreign Ministers (12.03.2021)

Hong Kong 12 mars 2021 We, the Foreign Ministers of Germany, Canada, the United States of America, France, Italy, Japan and the United Kingdom, as well as the High Representative of the European Union, Let us together express our deep concern over China’s decision to fundamentally undermine the democratic characteristics of Hong Kong’s electoral system. … Read more

London to negotiate freedom of movement in Europe for artists | Europe up to date | DW

London to negotiate freedom of movement in Europe for artists |  Europe up to date |  DW

The British government announced on Tuesday (02/16/2021) that it plans to make separate agreements with each of the 27 EU member states to try to allow artists to circulate without a visa within the European Union, which they can no longer do. because of Brexit. After leaving the EU on December 31, 2020 for good, … Read more