Category: Immigration Insights

MALAYSIA – Immigration Processes Go Online for ESD Companies

July 1, 2024

Malaysia now requires certain immigration applications to be submitted online through the Expatriate Services Division (ESD) portal.

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AUSTRALIA – Amendments to Visa Conditions

June 26, 2024

The Australian Government is implementing updates to visa conditions 8107, 8607, and 8608 as part of its Migration Strategy.

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ISRAEL – New Electronic Travel Authorization System Introduced

June 14, 2024

The Israeli government announced the introduction of a new electronic travel authorization system, which will become fully operational in August 2024.

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UNITED KINGDOM – An ETA is now required for some nationalities

June 14, 2024

Following implementation of the UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system in November 2023, this update provides a summary of the current requirements.

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DENMARK – Changes to the Danish Aliens Act 2024

June 11, 2024

The Danish Parliament has passed a Bill amending the Danish Aliens Act, allowing greater flexibility for residence in Denmark.

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SOUTH AFRICA – Update on Immigration Legislative Amendments

June 11, 2024

The South African Department of Home Affairs has finalized several amendments to existing Immigration Regulations under the Immigration Act.

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VIETNAM – Change of Processing Authority in Hanoi

June 11, 2024

Hanoi authorities have temporarily delegated authority to local districts to process work permits for foreign workers in certain categories.

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UKRAINE, BELARUS, RUSSIA – Suspension of Overseas Passport Renewals

June 11, 2024

The suspension of overseas passport renewals is being used as a strategic tool impacting the immigration status of affected nationals.

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UKRAINE – Restrictions on Leaving the Country Affecting Dual Nationals and Permanent Residents Abroad

June 11, 2024

Ukrainian men aged 18 to 60, including dual nationals or Ukrainians with permanent residence abroad, are restricted from leaving Ukraine.

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MALAYSIA – Immediate Approval of FKW Quota for MDEC-Registered Companies

June 11, 2024

MDEC-registered companies applying for Foreign Knowledge Worker (FKW) projection will now receive immediate approval.

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