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The EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) will be introduced progressively from the Autumn of 2025
The Schengen Travel Area's iEntry/Exit System (EES) will be introduced progressively from October 2025
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The UK has expanded the ETA travel authorisation to EU citizens from 2nd April 2025
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If you British passport is about to run out, here is some guidance on how to apply for a new one.
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Those who had been in France less than 5 years on 31st December 2020 were only given a 5-year WARP. Is yours due for renewal soon?
Download attachment 1Download attachment 2Download attachment 3The BCC: who is on the Executive Committee?
Find out who is on the BCC Executive Committee and what roles they have
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The rules are different depending on whether you arrived in France before or after 1st January 2021
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If you have not already paid, the 2025 subscription is now €30.
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Communication the BCC's operating programme over the year
Download attachment 1Download attachment 2Download attachment 3Travelling into the Schengen area: what is an Etias
Nationals of 59 countries, including the UK, do not currently need a visa to enter the Schengen area. However, the exemption procedure will change in 2026
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Welcome to the December Edition of Voisins Voices
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British Citizens living overseas can now register to vote in the General Election
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Promoting the Newsletters and Special Event posters of Member Associations & the BCC Directory Sponsors
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Before travelling to France on holiday, for work or to live permanently after 1st January 2021, make sure you check how long you can stay.
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The Schengen travel area is implementing two now systems in the coming months, ETIAS and EES. But what are the differences?
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