Germany Extends Land-Border Checks Through 15 March 2026
Berlin Joins EU Outcry Over New U.S. Visa Bans on Digital-Regulation Architects
Berlin Immigration Office Cancels Visas of Hybrid-Course Students
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Germany Extends Land-Border Checks Through 15 March 2026
The Interior Ministry has prolonged temporary controls at all German land borders until 15 March 2026. Business travellers and commuters should expect spot checks and build in extra time. The measure aims to curb people-smuggling and secondary migration.
Berlin Immigration Office Revokes Visas for Hybrid-Course Students
Berlin’s immigration authority has cancelled or refused visas for Indian students in hybrid study programmes, saying the courses don’t meet full-time attendance rules. The decision puts hundreds at risk of deportation and exposes employers to holiday-season labour gaps.
Berlin Condemns New U.S. Visa Bans on EU Officials
The U.S. imposed visa bans on five EU figures involved in drafting the Digital Services Act. Germany condemned the move as a politicisation of travel rights and hinted at reciprocal measures. Multinationals fear knock-on effects for employee mobility between Germany and the United States.