Category: Immigration Insights

UNITED STATES – Navigating PERM audits: A comprehensive guide.

December 3, 2024

This guide covers the PERM process, audit triggers, response strategies, and best practices to ensure compliance and minimize delays when selected for a PERM audit.

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MALAYSIA – 2025 quota projections for ESD-registered companies.

December 2, 2024

Quota submissions for Employment Pass and Professional Visit Pass applications for 2025 opened on December 1, 2024.

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CHINA – Work Permit and Social Security cards will be integrated for foreign workers from December 1, 2024.

November 26, 2024

A new regulation will integrate the Foreigner’s Work Permit Card with the Social Security Card to create a unified system.

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UAE – Stricter visa guidelines take effect.

November 26, 2024

The UAE's updated visit visa requirements include financial proof, accommodation details, and return ticket policies.

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EUROPEAN UNION – Proposed digital portal will streamline Posted Worker compliance.

November 25, 2024

Proposal for a single digital portal to simplify Posted Worker notifications, reduce cost and administration, and enhance compliance.

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INDONESIA – Annual manpower reporting and key immigration changes.

November 21, 2024

An important reporting period and key immigration regulation changes have been announced by authorities in Indonesia.

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CANADA – Changes to multi-entry visa issuance.

November 18, 2024

IRCC officers are empowered to use discretion in deciding whether to issue a single-entry or multiple-entry visa and in determining the validity period.

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PANAMA: Changes are introduced for non-visa waiver nationals.

November 13, 2024

Non-visa wavier nationals seeking admission to Panama without a consular visa are now required to meet fewer requirements.

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Mastering the L-1 visa: How the L-1 Blanket streamlines workforce transfers.

November 13, 2024

Learn how the L-1 Visa and L-1 Blanket Petition simplify U.S. employee transfers for multinational companies, saving time and reducing costs while ensuring compliance.

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THAILAND – A new electronic travel authorization will be required for entry. 

October 31, 2024

An ETA, expected to take effect between December 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, will be mandatory for individuals entering Thailand.

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