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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Brits 'stranded abroad' fury as ministers berated over new travel rules

A group of Labour MPs in the UK has expressed anger over new travel rules that force British citizens abroad to pay expensive fees to re-enter the country.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

You can now vote by mail

Danish citizens can now vote by mail for the upcoming parliamentary elections, with options available for both domestic and abroad voting.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Statistics Released: Finns Are Cruising More Enthusiastically Than Before

Last year, Finnish citizens made approximately 7.75 million trips abroad, with a significant portion done via cruise ships.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

British grandparents face cancelling 'trip of lifetime' due to new passport rules

British grandparents living abroad are reconsidering their travel plans to the UK due to new and stringent passport rules under the electronic travel authorisation scheme.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Again, there is talk of abolishing postal voting from abroad, but it is not being prepared internally

There are discussions in Slovakia regarding the potential abolition of postal voting for citizens living abroad, as the opposition party claims the coalition plans to require in-person voting at embassies instead.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Telegraph
Life & Tech

Moving abroad from the UK? 10 things to get right.

The article provides essential tips for UK citizens planning to relocate abroad, emphasizing practical planning and understanding key requirements.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

โ€˜Keep your passport ready...โ€™, how many Indians live in Iran and how will they return?

In light of escalating tensions between the US and Iran, the Indian embassy in Tehran has advised its citizens to leave Iran immediately, prompting preparations among students and professionals in the country to return home.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Police alerts about a new mode of robbery in Ecuador: high-end cars stolen abroad are attempted to be 'legalized' for sale in the country

Three foreign citizens were arrested for dismantling high-end vehicles reported stolen both inside and outside Ecuador.

Feb 22 โ€ข 16:55 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Gambia: the government is concerned about some of its citizens leaving for armed conflicts

The Gambian government expresses deep concern over the departure of its citizens to join armed conflicts abroad.

Feb 22 โ€ข 05:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Postoj
National & Local

Brussels wants to push 'the right to abortion' through the budget / Women in crisis need help, not a ticket abroad

The European Citizens' Initiative My Voice, My Choice is urging the European Commission to create a financial mechanism to reimburse abortion costs for women traveling to other EU member states, sparking significant ethical and sovereignty concerns in Slovakia.

Feb 20 โ€ข 16:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Nigeria warns citizens about recruitment into foreign conflicts

Nigeria has warned its citizens to be cautious of attempts to recruit them for armed conflicts abroad, following revelations of Russian recruitment schemes.

Feb 17 โ€ข 17:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ The Moscow Times
National & Local

Nigeria Warns Citizens After Russian Army Recruitment Scams

Nigeria has issued a warning to its citizens regarding illegal recruitment by the Russian army for armed conflicts abroad, following reports of Nigerians being deceived into fighting in Ukraine.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

In Parliament, the bill for the electoral district of the diaspora Greek community and postal voting

A new legislative proposal has been introduced in the Greek Parliament to facilitate postal voting for citizens living abroad and to create a distinct electoral district for the Greek diaspora.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

"Death to the Islamic Republic", "Long live the Shah": anti-government slogans chanted in Iran after gatherings abroad

Iranian citizens have chanted anti-government slogans from their homes following protests organized by Iranians abroad.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Finns in trouble abroad: Numbers released

The Finnish Foreign Ministry reported a decline in Finnish deaths abroad, with 610 fatalities recorded last year, down from a rising trend since 2020.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

China executed a series of Myanmese crime bosses. What does it say about its regional influence?

China executed 16 Myanmese crime bosses linked to serious offenses, highlighting its regional influence and commitment to protecting its citizens abroad.

Feb 8 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
World

While Croatia Quietly Legalizes Surrogacy, Italy Declares it a Universal Crime

The Constitutional Court of Croatia has indirectly allowed citizens to obtain children via surrogacy abroad, contrasting with Italy's harsh stance against the practice, labeling it a universal crime.

Feb 6 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

British dual-citizens told to do 1 thing before travel or risk not getting back to UK

British dual-citizens are warned they may face entry refusal to the UK from February 25, 2026, if they do not carry the required documents when traveling abroad under new ETA regulations.

Feb 5 โ€ข 15:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

Here is where most Croats will spend this year's winter holidays: The research might surprise you

A study shows that 62% of Croatian citizens plan to spend their winter holidays in Croatia, with 38% opting for abroad, primarily in Austria and Slovenia, indicating a shift from last year's 50%.

Feb 5 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

Croatia at the Negative Top: Almost One in Seven Croats Lives in Another EU Country

Croatia ranks high in the EU for the percentage of its own citizens residing in other member states, with nearly 15% living abroad, placing it second after Romania.

Feb 4 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

Eyewitnesses in Iran: Security Forces Shoot at Protesters, and We Fight a Ruthless Regime with Empty Hands

Citizens in Iran have managed to make phone calls abroad for the first time since authorities disrupted internet and communication services during widespread protests, which have reportedly resulted in at least 646 deaths according to activists.

Jan 13 โ€ข 08:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ iRozhlas
World

Iranians can again call abroad, the internet is still down. Americans tell their citizens to leave the country

Despite the restoration of international calls, the internet remains inaccessible in Iran, and the U.S. government advises its citizens to exit the country.

Jan 13 โ€ข 07:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

From Zaki to Sala and Forti. That diplomatic effort to bring them home

The article discusses Italy's diplomatic efforts to secure the release of its citizens, including political prisoners and journalists, detained abroad without charges.

Jan 13 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Algeria Approves Regularization of its Citizens Living Abroad in Irregular Situations

The Algerian government has decided to regularize the status of its citizens living abroad under irregular conditions, as announced in a cabinet meeting led by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune.

Jan 12 โ€ข 09:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

The Faces of Venezuelan Exile

The article narrates the stories of 11 Venezuelans who have fled their country due to political repression and economic hardship, with around eight million citizens living abroad.

Jan 12 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

13 Thousand Expatriates Have Returned, Those Employed in May Receive Tax Refunds, Here's How Much

The Ministry of the Interior has provided the Tax Administration with the names of 13,000 Croatian citizens who returned to Croatia this year after spending at least two years abroad, with those employed benefitting from a five-year income tax exemption and potential refunds totaling around 14,000 euros.

Dec 28 โ€ข 19:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Tax relief for returnees in PIT. Is it applicable if the employee did not have a foreign residence?

The article discusses the complexities surrounding tax relief for Polish citizens returning from abroad, particularly focusing on a recent court ruling regarding eligibility without foreign residency.

Dec 27 โ€ข 16:15 UTC

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