Travel tips
Why some Schengen embassies are slower this season
Seasonal embassy backlogs explained — and which countries to consider applying to first.
16 May 2026
2 min read
From the journal
From the journal
Stories, tips, and hard-earned lessons from the visa trenches.
Policy updates
UAE long-term residence: what changed in 2026
A summary of the latest amendments to the UAE Golden Visa and what they mean for skilled professionals.
15 May 2026
2 min read
Application stories
Schengen in 15 days: the real timeline
We walked one client through a Schengen short-stay visa from kick-off to passport-in-hand in 15 working days. Here's the timeline.
14 May 2026
2 min read
Guides
Five small mistakes that delay a US B1/B2 application
The things our visa team sees again and again — easy to avoid once you know.
13 May 2026
2 min read
Guides
How to nail your UK Standard Visitor Visa interview
A walk-through of the most common questions, the right tone, and the documents you'll be asked to produce.
12 May 2026
2 min read