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Germany releases 2026 visa-free countries list, see all nations

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July 12, 2026

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Germany releases 2026 visa-free countries list, see all nations

European powerhouse, Germany, has released its 2026 visa-free entry list, confirming at least 62 countries whose citizens can travel without a visa for short stays.

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Yen.com.gh

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· Jul 11, 2026

Germany publishes list of countries whose citizens are eligible for visa-free travel

Germany released a list of 62 non-EU countries whose citizens could enter visa-free for up to 90 days, including the US, UK, Canada, Japan and others.

Vanguard News

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· Jul 11, 2026

UK updates list of countries that need visas for entry

Updated on July 10, 2026, the list includes countries in Africa, Asia, Middle East, South America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe. The post UK updates list of countries that need visas for entry appeared first on Vanguard News.

Legit.ng

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· Jul 11, 2026

UK updates immigration rules, lists over 100 countries that need a visa to enter

The United Kingdom has released an updated names of over 100 countries that needed a visa for a six-month stay in the country as new immigration rules emerged.

The Kyiv Independent

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· Jun 25, 2026

Denmark says it won't grant refugee protection to Ukrainians eligible for conscription

Several EU countries are considering national laws intended to restrict how temporary protection works for the 4 million Ukrainian refugees across Europe.

Pajhwok Afghan News

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· Jun 23, 2026

Belgium issues visas to IEA delegation for EU migration meeting

The government of Belgium has issued visas to five members of an Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) delegation to attend a European Union meeting on migration in Brussels.

GB News

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· Jul 2, 2026

POLL: Should all foreign criminals be deported? YOU DECIDE

Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

Ariana News

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· Jul 9, 2026

Germany plans deportations of Afghans without criminal records for the first time in years

For the first time in years, the German government is preparing to deport Afghan nationals, who have no criminal records and are not considered security threats, back to Afghanistan, according to a report by German newspaper taz. A survey by taz among refugee councils in all 16 German states found that at least five Afghans [] The post Germany plans deportations of Afghans without criminal records for the first time in years first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

Off The Press

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· Jun 22, 2026

Belgium issues visas to Taliban delegation for EU meeting

Belgium said on Monday it had issued five ​visas to a Taliban delegation to attend an E.U. meeting on migration in Brussels, for what would be the first time the bloc has hosted the group since the Islamists returned to power five years ago. “These are visas with limited territorial validity and limited duration: only []...Click to read more

Borneo Bulletin

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· Jul 12, 2026

German far-right unveils anti-migrant policies for state government

German far-right unveils anti-migrant policies for state government

The Local Germany

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· Jul 3, 2026

'Completely broken': How lives of foreigners in Germany are being upended by residency issues

Foreign residents in Germany who have been left waiting for months for a new residence permit told us about the issues they've faced with travel, work, banks and housing.

Daily Express

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· Jun 23, 2026

EU nations sit down with the Taliban to send back Afghan migrants

A growing number of governments in the EU want to speed up deportations for failed asylum seekers or those who commit crimes in their host countries.

Irish Mirror

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· Jul 3, 2026

Justice Minister rejects claims Ireland's migration policy is 'tougher and nastier'

Return hubs would see rejected asylum seekers transferred to a country outside of the EU while awaiting deportation

Ukrainska Pravda

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· Jul 9, 2026

EU may soften proposed entry ban on participants in Russia's war against Ukraine – Euronews

The European Union is considering a scaled-back version of its proposal to ban visas for people who fought on Russia's side in Ukraine as part of the EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia.

NDTV

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· Jul 6, 2026

70 Applied For Citizenship In Assam Under New law, 6 Got It: Government

In yet another reply on the first day of the budget session, the Assam government said 1,72,673 foreigners have been detected in the state so far, while 31,786 have been deported.

Notes From Poland

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· Jun 29, 2026

Poland breaks up Russian operation paying Ukrainian refugees to hold protests

Nine Ukrainians and two Belarusians suspected of involvement have been detained and deported.

Hindustan Times

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump’s new immigration plan to tighten H-1B rules and shrink student work options? Explained

The Trump administration reveals new immigration roadmap affecting H-1B visas, green cards and international student programs.

Times of India

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· Jun 21, 2026

Indian woman facing deportation granted residency after husband's previous sponsorship of two ex-partners

Indian woman facing deportation granted residency after husband's previous sponsorship of two ex-partners

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 10, 2026

China temporarily bans helium exports with immediate effect

Restrictions cover all overseas shipments, with no destinations, exemptions or expiry date specified

Sweden Herald

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· Jul 7, 2026

Sweden to review earlier release for convicted foreigners who agree to voluntary deportation

Sweden to review earlier release for convicted foreigners who agree to voluntary deportation

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jun 24, 2026

PARLIMEN: Majoriti pelarian adalah etnik Rohingya

KUALA LUMPUR: Seramai 4,010 pelarian dan pencari suaka telah didaftarkan di bawah Program Dokumen Pendaftaran Pelarian (DPP) sejak pelaksanaannya bermula pada 1 Januari lalu. Menteri Dalam Negeri, Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail berkata, pelaksanaan Fasa 1 program itu membabitkan majoriti tahanan warga Myanmar etnik Rohingya yang ditempatkan di Depot Tahanan Imigresen (DTI) di seluruh Semenanjung ... Read more The post PARLIMEN: Majoriti pelarian adalah etnik Rohingya appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

The Japan Times

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· Jul 5, 2026

Japan mulls easing travel advisory for Iran

The plan emerged as other countries move to resume business in the Middle East and Japanese companies in the region are calling to lower the travel advisory.

Al Jazeera

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· Jun 26, 2026

EU targets Somalia with visa curbs as president pushes back on returns

President says his country will readmit genuine nationals but insists Europe must first verify deportees' identities.

DW News

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· Jul 1, 2026

Spain allows undocumented migrants to apply for residency permits | DW News

An estimated one million undocumented migrants in Spain have taken advantage of a chance to legalize their residency status offered by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's progressive government. Spain's pragmatic approach stands in stark contrast to the populist backlash against immigration seen in many countries in Europe and around the world. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1 #spain #migration #dwnews

Malay Mail

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· Jul 9, 2026

Home minister says 78 Rohingya granted refugee status, 25 eligible for work under DPP pilot scheme

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 — A total of 78 Myanmar nationals of Rohingya ethnicity have been granted refugee status unde...

Meduza.io

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· Jul 9, 2026

EU weighs scaled-back visa ban on former Russian military personnel, with Italy and France opposing stricter restrictions

EU member states are negotiating a scaled-back visa ban on Russian military personnel after Italy and France objected to the original proposal, Euronews reports. Under the revised measure, restrictions would apply only to short-term visas and only to those who took direct part in the war in Ukraine.

Kyiv Post

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· Jul 9, 2026

EU Softens Russian Combatant Visa Ban After France, Italy Object

The EU is contemplating softening a visa ban on Russian combatants after France and Italy objected to an earlier proposal. The revised measure would apply only to short-stay visas and solely to those who have fought directly in Ukraine.

The Independent

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· Jul 3, 2026

Trump loses again after appeals court orders ICE to hold bond hearings for deportees

Immigrants arrested inside the US are entitled a bond hearing for their release within 90 days of detention, judges say

Daily Finland

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· Jul 4, 2026

Far fewer people applying for asylum in Germany

The Interior Ministry revealed on Friday that 39,646 people had made their first application for protected status in Germany in the first half of the year, reported dpa. In the same period of 2025, the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) received 61,336 first-time asylum applications. In the first half of 2024 the figure was twice that, with about 121,000 first-time asylum applications. A major reform of European asylum rules came into force across the EU on June 12. These include, for example, making it easier for EU member states to deport people to third countries with which they have no connection. Germany's Interior Minister, Alexander Dobrindt, ordered an intensification of border controls after taking office in April 2025. He also instructed the Federal Police to turn back asylum seekers - except those who are ill, pregnant or otherwise in need of special assistance. According to the ministry, 14,270 people were turned back or deported at Germany's borders in the first half of this year. The figures indicate that 494 suspected people-smugglers were arrested during the same period. The police also identified 4,074 people for whom an outstanding arrest warrant had been issued.

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