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Georgia: Moving Routes to Central Asia
Changes in regional cargo flows due to the situation around Iran have increased pressure on the Port of Poti, with possible delays and higher transportation costs.
EU: Internal Border Checks Continue
Several Schengen countries continue to apply temporary internal border controls, with some measures currently scheduled through March 2027. Travelers may face additional document checks and longer border-crossing times.
EU: ETIAS Implementation Delayed
The launch of ETIAS has been officially postponed until 2027 due to technical hurdles and implementation issues related to the broader Entry/Exit System (EES).
Kazakhstan: QazETA Under Consideration
Kazakhstan is considering a phased introduction of mandatory electronic travel authorization for visa-exempt foreign nationals. Under the current draft, applications would need to be submitted at least 72 hours before entry.
Poland: Visa-Free Work Restrictions
Since 22 August 2026, nationals of Colombia, Georgia and Venezuela holding a Polish work permit can no longer work while staying in Poland under the visa-free regime. They now require an appropriate national visa or residence permit.
Slovenia: Proposed Immigration Changes
Slovenia has proposed amendments affecting financial and language requirements, family reunification, employment procedures and several residence permit categories. The changes are not yet final, with adoption currently expected in Q4 2026.
Kazakhstan: 2027 Foreign Workforce Quota
Employers planning to hire foreign nationals in quota-subject positions in 2027 should submit their applications by 30 September 2026. Some categories of foreign employees are exempt from the quota requirement.
Slovakia Introduces New National Visa and Work Permit Rules
From 15 July 2026, Slovakia extended national visa validity to 120 days, introduced longer grace periods for job changes, and tightened documentation deadlines for work permits.