Category: Immigration Insights

I-9 readiness: A strategic focus for U.S. employers in 2025.

August 1, 2025

In a world of increased enforcement, I-9 compliance matters more than ever—it's a litmus test of compliance culture and operational readiness.

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MEXICO – Introduces new visa guidelines and launches electronic visa.

July 29, 2025

Mexico's new visa guidelines introduce an Electronic Visa and modify processes for Temporary Residence and Family Unit visas.

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AUSTRALIA – States & territories unveil nomination frameworks for National Innovation Visa.

July 28, 2025

The NIV is aimed at attracting exceptional individuals who can help drive Australia’s innovation and long-term economic growth.

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NEW ZEALAND – Update on working rights for international students.

July 25, 2025

Eligible secondary and tertiary students will be permitted to work up to 25 hours per week during the academic term.

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ARGENTINA – Visa exemption update for nationals of China and Dominican Republic.

July 24, 2025

Argentina has introduced a visa exemption for ordinary passport holders from the People’s Republic of China and the Dominican Republic.

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VIETNAM – National Public Service Portal.

July 24, 2025

From July all administrative procedures, including work permit applications, will be filed through the National Public Service Portal.

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UNITED KINGDOM – Phishing warning issued by the Home Office for sponsor licence holders.

July 22, 2025

The Home Office has warned of phishing scams via email that could lead to Sponsor Management System (SMS) accounts being compromised.

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DENMARK – Planned work permit exemption for key international event staff.

July 21, 2025

A work permit exemption will apply for certain international personnel involved in the organization and execution of business events.

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UNITED STATES – USCIS introduces new Visa Integrity Fee and updates to application costs.

July 21, 2025

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduces a new Visa Integrity Fee and raises costs for key immigration services, including I-94 and ESTA.

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UNITED KINGDOM – Update to UKVI Statement of Changes.

July 4, 2025

UKVI published the latest Statement of Changes, further clarifying proposals outlined in the “White Paper” published on May 12, 2025.

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