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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 11h

Your data won’t be registered if you are a UK beneficiary of the Withdrawal Agreement & hold a valid residence document for your host country.

#TravelToEurope is changing. Are you ready? Plan ahead!
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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 11h

The EU’s Entry/Exit system will gradually enter in force from 12 October.
It applies to short stay travellers from all third countries.
The system will make our borders more secure, which will benefit our partners, including the UK.

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 23h

The Commission has presented a proposal on the EU steel sector.

Watch the full press conference: rb.gy/xzuvv2

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 11d

Tonight is #EuropeanResearchersNight !
Did you know that 🇬🇧research organisations, companies & museums are eligible for @horizoneu.bsky.social funding to organise events for the 2026 & 2027 editions?
📅The deadline to apply is 22 October.
ℹ️ marie-sklodowska-curie-actions.ec.europa.eu/actions/msca...

EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 16d

Planning to #TravelToEurope?✈️

A new border management system the Entry/Exit System (EES) will soon make your border crossing easier and more efficient.

The security of EU borders is being enhanced, bringing benefits also to partners such as the UK.

ℹ️https://travel-europe.europa.eu

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 19d

🗓️Save the date - on Monday the EU Delegation will host a fringe event at #LDConf in Bournemouth, w/ @centreeuropeanref.bsky.social
Ambassador Pedro Serrano joins Malik Azmani and @libdems.org.uk MPs @richardfoordld.bsky.social & @wendychambld.bsky.social to debate security, growth & migration.

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 20d

⏳One week to go!
On 25 September we will celebrate the European Day of Languages! 🎉

Organised in collab w/ the European Parliament Liaison Office in London, European Embassies & cultural institutes in London - a great moment to learn, connect, and be inspired.

ℹ️ More info on: bit.ly/47SwqpZ

Calling all language students & teachers - On September 25th join the EU Delegation to the UK and the European Parliament Liaison Office in the UK in celebrating language learning - your bridge to the...

The European Union Delegation to the United Kingdom and the European Parliament Liaison Office (EPLO) in the UK, in cooperation with EU Member States, will be celebrating the European Day of Languages...

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 22d

🇪🇺 Can your family members apply for status under the EUSS?
Join our info session for EU citizens!
📅17 September
📍https://fb.me/e/3FxKNEmf3
An immigration lawyer will cover:
✅Which family members can be sponsored
✅How to apply and deadlines
✅Applying for children
+Live Q&A

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 22d

⏳One month to go! The 5th London #FIMIForum is back on 16 Oct!
We’ll debate evolving threats, new actors & how AI can be part of the solution.
ℹ️on speakers & topics: bit.ly/4pp1bJj
📩To express your interest, kindly email: [email protected]

EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 23d

📢Important update: from 12 Oct 2025 the Entry/Exit System (EES) starts for non-EU nationals travelling to 29 European countries.
It will record:
✅data from travel document
✅travel dates
✅biometric data
under EU data protection rules.

ℹ️https://travel-europe.europa.eu
#TravelToEurope

EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 29d

📍On 25 September, join us in London for the #EuropeanDayofLanguages

Organised in collaboration with the European Parliament Liaison Office and European embassies & cultural institutes in London our event will bring languages to life.

👉 www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/...

#EDLangs #EUinUK

Calling all language students & teachers - Join the EU Delegation to the UK and the EPLO in celebrating language learning - your bridge to the future!

The European Union Delegation to the United Kingdom and the European Parliament Liaison Office (EPLO) in the UK, in cooperation with EU Member States, will be celebrating the European Day of Languages...

www.eeas.europa.eu

EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · 29d

📢Teachers and schools – register your students now for a unique celebration of languages!

💬 Now in its third year, this free event offers language students the chance to discover the richness of Europe’s languages and cultures through interactive, engaging sessions.

More ℹ️ bit.ly/47SwqpZ

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Kaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · 29d

Russia has not broken Ukraine’s resolve.
It is not breaking ours either.

We now have met 80% of our 2 million rounds of ammunition target.
We aim for 100% by October.

Extract of my intervention in #EPlenary on Ukraine ↓

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · Sep 5

#HorizonEurope🇪🇺 🤝 🇬🇧research
60 UK-based scientists secured €90m in @erc.europa.eu Starting Grants as part of @horizoneu.bsky.social. A boost for the next generation of scientists to launch projects, build teams & pursue bold ideas.
ℹ️ www.eeas.europa.eu/delegations/...

UK-based researchers amongst biggest beneficiaries of Horizon’s ERC Starting Grants

The European Research Council has awarded €760m in Starting Grants to young researchers, with 60 UK-based scientists winning €90m to launch cutting-edge projects—making the UK the second-biggest benef...

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · Sep 4

We are launching Strategic Consultations on Ukraine and on the Western Balkans as part of our Security and Defence Partnership. Grateful to @sdoughtymp.bsky.social for hosting the inaugural meeting.

EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · Sep 4

The EU and the UK share a responsibility for Europe’s security. At the EU-UK Summit, we adopted an ambitious Security and Defence Partnership. Today, @eudiplomacy.bsky.social Managing Director Matti Maasikas is in London to advance this work with our UK partners.

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Kaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · Sep 3

Europe is engaged in a battle for freedom and democracy.
It must build its geopolitical power to participate as an equal player.

That’s why we have embarked on the biggest military undertaking in recent history.

Extract of my speech at EUISS conference ↓

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · Sep 4

📣Save the date: London #FIMI Forum returns on 16 October 2025!
Now in its fifth year, the Forum will bring together experts from the EU, UK, G7, tech, and media to rethink how we address FIMI - Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference.
Save the date – moreℹ️coming soon!

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · Aug 22

✈️ Planning your next trip abroad? Join our next Information Session for EU citizens

🗓27 August
📍Our Facebook page: facebook.com/EUinUK

We will cover:
✅Travelling with EUSS status and Certificates of Application
✅ETA
✅Who can travel on ID cards
➕Live Q&A

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · Aug 22

Wherever you go, Europe has your back

EU citizens can get help from any EU country’s embassy when travelling abroad, even where their own country has no presence.

United in protection, wherever you are 🇪🇺🌍

Read more: europa.eu/!FgqgD3

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Kaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · Aug 19

I have placed these topics at the top of our agenda for discussions next week among EU foreign and defence ministers.

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Kaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · Aug 19

The EU will also continue targeting Russia’s war economy. The next sanctions package against Moscow should be ready by next month.

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Kaja Kallas @kajakallas.bsky.social · Aug 19

The unity among EU leaders in today’s virtual Summit was palpable.

Everyone is committed to a lasting peace that protects both Ukraine’s and Europe’s vital security interests.

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · Aug 20

✈️EU citizens in the UK: with pre-settled or settled status you can to travel to 🇬🇧 using your national ID card.
❗From 2026 you may need a biometric ID card if you don’t already have one👉ℹ️ eucitizens.uk/eu-eea-citiz...

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EU Delegation to the UK @euinuk.bsky.social · Aug 19

✈️ Travel with confidence with your European Health Insurance Card.
The card gives you access to emergency medical treatment under the same conditions as for nationals anywhere in the 🇪🇺 as well as in the 🇬🇧, 🇮🇸, 🇱🇮, 🇳🇴 &🇨🇭.
Contact your national health insurer to get yours 🪪

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