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Month: February 2018
UNITED STATES: Plan Now for FY 2019 Cap-Subject H-1B Filings
February 20, 2018
On 2nd April 2018, the US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) will start to accept H-1B petitions from cap-subject employers for skilled foreign workers. Why is this Important? USCIS may only approve 65,000 new H-1B petitions per fiscal year (the “cap”) with an additional 20,000 available each fiscal year for individuals with advanced degrees from […]
Read MoreCHINA: Five-Year Visa and Residence Permit for Overseas Chinese
February 20, 2018
Effective immediately, China’s Ministry of Public Security has introduced a new five-year multiple-entry visa and residence permit for individuals of Chinese descent living overseas. Previously, overseas ethnic Chinese could only obtain a visa valid for a maximum of one year. To qualify, candidates must have at least one parent, grandparent or unspecified ancestor who is […]
Read MoreAUSTRALIA : Latest Details of Upcoming New Temporary Skill Shortage Visa
February 20, 2018
On 19th February 2018, the Australian Department of Home Affairs (DHA) published further clarification of the various changes to the skilled visa regulations planned for March 2018, including more details on the new Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) “TSS” visa which is due to replace the Subclass 457 visa. Below, we look at the key […]
Read MoreISRAEL: New Regulations for Foreign Employees of “Hi-Tech Companies” and Their Spouses
February 19, 2018
Effective immediately, the Israeli Ministry of Interior has published new regulations relating to the employment of foreign experts in high-tech companies. The new “Hi-Tech” (HIT) Visa was announced in January 2017. One-year “Hi-Tech” (HIT) Visa The process only applies to visa waiver nationals The company needs to qualify as a “Hi-Tech Company” – approval is at the […]
Read MoreINDIA: New Visa E-Services at Four FRROs
February 15, 2018
India’s Bureau of Immigration (BOI) has launched a new online “e-Services” system for application and processing of visa related services at its Foreigner Regional Registration Offices in Bangaluru, Chennai, Delhi, and Mumbai. Thus far, this new system is only being used in these select cities, but it is expected to be gradually introduced at additional […]
Read MoreFROM AUSTRALIA WITH LOVE: Partner Visa Applications Simplified
February 14, 2018
You want to bring your spouse or partner with you to Australia. What goes into a successful Partner Visa application? A practical guide from one of Australia's leading specialty immigration firms. Key supporting documents and helpful tips for preparing your application.
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Update – Monday 12th February 2018
February 12, 2018
In this week’s edition, we bring you news that there are new work permit regulations in Russia. There’s an update on Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) applications in South Africa and there are changes to work permit regulations in Poland. Plus, there are updates from Nigeria, Iraq and Ghana.
Read MoreIRAQ: Ministry of Interior Effects Several Important Changes
February 10, 2018
On 8th February 2018, Iraq’s Ministry of Interior (MOI) issued a notification making several important changes to the immigration rules. What are the changes? 1. SEV-MEV Conversion Effective immediately, MOI no longer accepts in-country conversion of Single Entry Visas (SEV) to Multi Entry Visas (MEVs). SEV visa holders are to exit Iraq and then re-enter […]
Read MorePOLAND: Changes to Work Permit Regulations from 1st January 2018
February 10, 2018
Various changes to work permit regulations for non-EEA nationals came into effect on 1st January 2018. What are the changes? The requirement to obtain a Type B work permit has been extended to a company’s non-EEA national corporate proxy or general partner, in addition to the “management board members” as previously. The type B permit […]
Read MoreGHANA: Immigration Service Requires Medical Certificates be Obtained from its Headquarters in Ghana
February 10, 2018
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has posted a brief announcement of a new policy, effective 15th February 2018, requiring all new applicants for work and residence permits to obtain medical certificates from the GIS medical facility at its headquarters in Ghana. Currently, a medical certificate in support of a work permit application may be issued […]
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