Category: Immigration Insights

VIETNAM – Online process for long-term visa and TRC applications.

August 7, 2024

The submission process for long-term visa and temporary residence card applications with the Dong Nai Immigration Authority have been updated.

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CZECH REPUBLIC – Facilitated access to the labour market for foreign workers. 

August 6, 2024

The Czech Republic implemented two key changes under the Employment Act, introducing several changes affecting foreign workers.

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AUSTRALIA – Immigration changes as of July 1, 2024.

August 1, 2024

On July 1, 2024, a number of significant updates took place within the Australian migration framework. This article highlights some of these changes in detail. 

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MALAYSIA – Temporary Unavailability of Pass Endorsement Services at KLIA Terminal 1

July 23, 2024

The pass endorsement service at the ESC counter, KLIA Terminal 1 office is temporarily unavailable due to shortage of pass stickers.

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CANADA – CUFTA International Mobility Program Work Permits

July 16, 2024

Recent updates to CUFTA have impacted immigration procedures falling under the International Mobility Program.

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COLOMBIA – Holders of Permanent Resident (R) Visas Issued Before October 2022 Must Transfer by October 21, 2024

July 16, 2024

Permanent Resident (R) Visa holders with visas issued before October 2022 are required to transfer their visa by October 21, 2024.

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COLOMBIA – Delays in Issuing Foreigner ID Cards

July 15, 2024

Colombia has faced significant delays in issuing foreigner ID cards due to operational changes at Migración Colombia.

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PORTUGAL – Residence Permits Extended until June 30, 2025

July 5, 2024

Portuguese authorities have extended the validity of Residence Permits and Visas until June 30, 2025, to address ongoing delays in processing, effective from June 29, 2024.

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CHINA – Visa Exemption Expanded to Include Australia, New Zealand, Poland

July 1, 2024

China's Foreign Ministry announced an expansion of its visa exemption policy to citizens of New Zealand, Australia, and Poland.

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HONG KONG – Phased Invalidation and Reissue of Identity Cards

July 1, 2024

Identity cards held by Hong Kong permanent and non-permanent residents issued before November 26, 2018 will undergo phased invalidation.

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