From Pakistan to Italy: Skilled workers find new opportunities
ISLAMABAD: The Italian government announced that it will start granting work permits to Pakistani skilled workers which marks a significant step toward establishing legal migration routes between the two countries. The announcement occurred during a meeting between Pakistan interior minister Mohsin Naqvi and Italian minister Matteo Piantedosi which took place
Pakistan tightens travel rules, blocks passports of certain citizens
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, announced that passports of certain individuals involved in illegal activities abroad are being blocked. He explained to a private news channel that the government is bent upon halting the travel of anyone through unauthorized means. “There is no visa for
How to get your Umrah visa this Ramzan
RIYADH: Muslims throughout the world observe Ramzan as a sacred month which leads millions of people to travel to the holy cities of Makkah and Medina to perform Umrah. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has established new services that make it easier for pilgrims to obtain Umrah visas and travel
Good news for travellers: Kuwait introduces easier visit visa rules
KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait has implemented new visitor visa regulations, which make it easier for travellers to apply through an online system and extend their visa stays. The new regulations create a better system for international visitors because it explains rules that were previously confusing to them. The new regulations establish
Netherlands ends 10-year residency requirement for citizenship
STOCKHOLM: The Netherlands just dropped its 10-year residency rule for foreign nationals who want to become citizens. People are calling this a big step toward making Dutch citizenship more accessible. According to foreign news agencies, the Dutch government has not made any changes to its rules on dual nationality. The
Good news for job seekers: 65,000 H-2B visas now available in the US
WASHINGTON: The United States government has declared that it will grant approximately 65000 H2B temporary guest worker visas to different industries until September 30 to assist with workforce shortages. According to foreign news agencies, these visas will be allocated to American companies facing significant financial losses due to a shortage
China opens 30-day visa-free travel for certain travellers
BEIJING: China allows UK citizens to enter the country for 30 days without a visa requirement. The agreement follows a diplomatic meeting between UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chinese President Xi Jinping. News agencies reported that both countries established a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to execute the visa-free program.
Dense fog shuts down major motorways across Pakistan, travel advisory issued
Dense fog has significantly reduced visibility across Pakistan, prompting the temporary closure of several major motorways. Authorities are urging motorists to avoid unnecessary travel and adhere to safety guidelines. The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) reported that visibility has dropped to dangerously low levels in various regions, leading to
Fast-track citizenship options in Europe you should know
ISLAMABAD: Many countries across the world provide more or less simple ways to acquire citizenship, luring those who want a second nationality, better visa-free travel, or just looking for a new life in another country. Recent reports point to European and other nations that have made it easier for foreigners
Signs that can lead to immediate visa rejection or cancellation
ISLAMABAD: If you are considering a trip to the countries, particularly in Europe or the West, you must be informed that some signs and symbols might be the reason for the refusal or cancellation of your visa application by the authorities if they are detected. The problem was recently highlighted
