Australia Removes Visa Payment Surcharge
From 1 October 2026, Australia has removed card payment surcharges on Visa Application Charges (VACs) paid through Immi Account. Why the Change? Previously, applicants who paid their Australian visa fees using debit, prepaid, or credit cards had to pay an…
EU Unveils €200M Investment in Greenland
The European Union has announced a major €200 million Global Gateway Partnership Package for Greenland, marking a significant step in strengthening political, economic, and strategic cooperation across the Arctic. The announcement was made by European Commission President Ursula von der…
Schengen Countries Issued 10.2 Million Visas in 2025
The Schengen Area issued 10,265,942 uniform short-stay visas through its consulates in 2025, marking a 5.2% increase compared to 2024, according to the latest official statistics published by the European Commission. While visa issuance continued its post-pandemic recovery, overall numbers…