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Sydney Airport Boosts Capacity with Major Apron Upgrade

Completed in June 2025, Sydney Airport’s $169 million apron upgrade adds four Code F bays and three taxiways, boosting capacity…

Indian Travelers With US, UK, EU Residency Now Eligible for UAE Visa-on-Arrival

Indian travelers holding valid foreign visas from select countries can now get Visa-on-Arrival in the UAE. Effective June 2025, this…

Australian Student Visa Fee Rises to AUD 2,000 from July 2025

From July 2025, the Australian student visa fee rises to AUD 2,000, impacting student finances. The visa allows international study…

Norway to Increase Language Proficiency Requirement for Residency

Starting 2025, Norway raises language requirements for permanent residency from A2 to B1, affecting applicants aged 16-64. The change demands…

Nearly One-Third of Tuvalu Citizens Seek Australian Climate Visas

This first bilateral climate visa program enables over 3,000 Tuvaluans to seek permanent residency in Australia in response to rising…

Indonesia and Australia Strengthen Cooperation on Immigration and Security

Indonesia and Australia announced strengthened immigration and security cooperation on June 24, 2025, within their CSP 2025-2029. Programs focus on…

Qatar Airways Replaces A380 with Qsuite on Perth Route

Effective June 25, 2025, Qatar Airways replaces its Perth A380 with Boeing 777-300ER featuring Qsuite. Virgin Australia launches daily Perth–Doha…

U.S. Border Crackdowns Snare Australian Visitors Amid Stricter Checks

Since May 2025, Australians face tougher U.S. border enforcement including detailed questioning, device searches, and deportations. DFAT cautions travelers on…