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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.
Read MoreAUSTRALIA – 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.
Read MoreISRAEL – 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.
Read MoreUNITED 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.
Read MoreDENMARK – 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.
Read MoreSOUTH 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.
Read MoreVIETNAM – 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.
Read MoreUKRAINE, 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.
Read MoreUKRAINE – 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.
Read MoreMALAYSIA – 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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