Category: Immigration Insights

SOUTH AFRICA – Recent Amendments to Immigration Regulations Withdrawn  

April 15, 2024

The Department of Home Affairs of South Africa has reversed a set of proposed amendments that were introduced without public consultation.

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PERU – Suspension of Visa Exemption for Mexican Ordinary Passport Holders

April 11, 2024

Peru is suspending visa the exemption for Mexican ordinary passport holders for tourist and business visits.

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SOUTH AFRICA – Immigration Legislative Changes 

April 11, 2024

Some questions remain after amendments to South Africa's immigration law take effect.

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ITALY – Implementation of Digital Nomad Visa

April 10, 2024

Following the introduction of the Italian Digital Nomad Visa in 2022, the Italian authorities have published a decree to implement the new visa.

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AUSTRALIA – New Skills in Demand Visa Category

April 4, 2024

The Australian government has launched a new Skills in Demand visa category, with three separate pathways for would-be workers.

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QATAR – Employee registration on NAS

March 28, 2024

The Qatari authorities have introduced a new process to attest work contracts, requiring the applicant to register on the National Authentication System.

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SOUTH AFRICA – Proposed Legislative Changes on Immigration

March 21, 2024

Several amendments to immigration regulations have been proposed. The proposals are subject to public commentary until March 29, 2024.

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SINGAPORE – Removal of COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

March 19, 2024

Foreign nationals applying for a new work pass or renewal of work pass will no longer be mandated to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

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IRELAND – Ways to Retire to Ireland

March 15, 2024

Ireland's Stamp 0 permission offers retirees looking to emigrate a simple path to residency in the country.

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IRELAND – Citizenship by Descent – Irish Born Grandparent

March 14, 2024

Do you have an Irish born grandparent? If so, you may be entitled to apply for Irish citizenship by having your birth registered on what is termed, the Foreign Birth Register.

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