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Finland raises income thresholds for Residence permit applicants
Starting November 1, the financial threshold for a Finnish Residence permit will be 14,520 EUR per year for sinle applicants and 800 EUR per month for students. The increase will only affect new applicants.
Holders of passports issued by Serbian Coordination Directorate will soon be able to travel to EU based on visa-free regime
Visa requirements for entering EU countries have been removed for Serbian nationals who hold passports issued by Serbia’s Coordination Directorate. As a combined action of European Parliament (EP) and the Council of the European Union, the decision was signed by EP President Roberta Metsola and Hungary’s Minister for European Affairs, János Bóka on September 18, 2024 in Strasbourg.
Kyrgyzstan: new rules of stay for visitors from certain visa-free countries
We would like to inform you about the amendments to the procedure for registration and issuance of residence permits in Kyrgyzstan affecting nationals of EAEU countries, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Moldova, and Georgia.
New EU enrty rules for short-term stays
EU announced 2 automated systems to regulate short-term travels into the Shengen area. The innovation will affect non-EU citizens that both require a Shengen visa or were exempt from its obtaining.
Hungary: national card and guest worker residence permit eligibility expanded
Hungary expanded the list of countries for third-country nationals who can be employed under National Card, a special residence permit type which grants nationals of certain countries the right for legal stay and work in the country for up to 2 years with the possibility of extension.
Bulgaria: EU Blue Card for Non-EU Professionals
Non-EU professionals can now access streamlined employment and residency in Bulgaria via the EU Blue Card, offering long-term residency and family reunification.
Armenian passport for ethnic Armenians – fast and easy
Immigration laws of Armenia provide for a simplified procedure of obtaining Armenian citizenship based on Armenian descent. Notably, the applicant does not have to speak Armenian or reside in the country.
The main requirement is to provide a document confirming that the applicant is an ethnic Armenian.
Closer look on Serbian D visa: an ideal option for short term assignments
Serbia allows a visa-free entry for up to 90 days to more than 70 nationalities worldwide. Visa exempt nationals can enter Serbia based on their valid travel document – passport. The entry formalities are even more relaxed for certain foreign nationals, including EU citizens, who are allowed to enter Serbia based on their national ID cards – entry with ID cards is fully regulated by law and limited only to the specific nationalities.