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Changes, week of 21 Sep 2026

4 updates3 countries

Armenia — Citizenship fee increases + physical presence requirements high impact
MIA proposed citizenship fee hike from 50,000→250,000 AMD (application) and 150,000→1,500,000 AMD (renunciation). Physical presence requirements tightened: 549 days/3yr for spouses of citizens, 915 days/5yr under general procedure. Source: arka.am
Cyprus — Schengen technical readiness approved medium impact
European Commission approved Cyprus's technical readiness for Schengen in August 2026. Unanimous Council of the EU vote expected September 2026. Source: expatsi.com
Cyprus — Mandatory medical exams for Immigration Permit (Sep 1, 2026) medium impact
From September 1, 2026, Immigration Permit (Categories A–F) applicants must provide blood tests for Hepatitis B, C, HIV, syphilis + chest X-ray for TB. Documents require legalization/apostille. Source: visasupdate.com
Georgia — Deportation + entry ban for unauthorized work medium impact
Working without a permit in Georgia now carries deportation + 2–5 year entry ban (effective Sep 1, 2026). Kazakhstan MFA issued travel warning Sep 16, 2026. Source: astanatimes.com