Category: Immigration Insights

INDIA: Changes to E-Tourist Visa to Increase Tourism

January 11, 2017

The Indian Government has recently announced changes to the e-Tourist Visa (e-TV) in an effort to increase tourism to the country. The e-TV will be extended to a further eight nations, taking the total number of eligible countries to 161, and…

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Expat Academy Annual Conference 2019

January 11, 2017

This annual conference is a great opportunity for the Expat Academy community to get together, be inspired and informed. In 2019, with a theme of 'Fit for Future', delegates will learn how to play to their strengths and see some of the progressive initiatives and effective partnerships that exist in the global mobility space. Newland Chase is exhibiting!

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Americas: 2016 Round-up

January 5, 2017

The election of the new President of the USA, Donald Trump, dominated headlines at the end of last year due to his administration's immigration policies. However, there were also a number of changes across the region including the introduction of new work…

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Asia-Pacific: 2016 Round-up

January 5, 2017

There were many significant changes amongst the APAC region last year including the new 10 year visitor visa announced in Australia, the increase in employment pass salary requirements in Singapore and recommendations from the Audit Commission to help the Hong…

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EMEA: 2016 Round-up

January 5, 2017

2016 saw big changes across the EMEA region, with the new Posted Workers and ICT Directive. Other big news across the region was that the UK voted to leave the EU and countries across the Middle East implemented stricter regulations…

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FEM EMEA Summit

December 27, 2016

The all new FEM EMEA Summit will be taking place on 6th November, 2015 at the Lancaster London Hotel. We would like to invite you to join us at the FEM EMEAs Summit so you can uncover innovative strategies to boost the value of your global mobility function amid the industry’s changing landscape. Plus, hear […]

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Business Travel Show

December 27, 2016

The Business Travel Show, held annually in London for more than 20 years, is Europe’s largest specialised exhibition and conference bringing together 7,730 European travel professionals. This long established and reputable event provides corporate travel buyers and managers with the suppliers, knowledge and contacts to help create and develop successful travel programmes.

Corporate travel buyers, managers and bookers will find a host of features at The Business Travel Show designed to help them source new products, solutions and suppliers as well as improve their industry and market knowledge and network with peers.

Our comprehensive conference programme features more than 60 thought provoking sessions, catering for all levels and knowledge requirements from the fundamentals of travel buying to the in-depth Masterclasses. Stimulate your imagination at the conference created by buyers for buyers.

Use this opportunity to catch up with colleagues or build new business relationships as well as enjoying two days of entertaining, relevant and enjoyable networking events to suit every need, from peer-to-peer networking to informal social events.

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FEM Global Mobility Conference Houston

December 23, 2016

The Forum For Expatriate Management presents FEM Global Mobility Conference Houston. Set to bring together over 300 key professionals from the global mobility sector, consultants, industry experts and HR specialists.

FEM Global Mobility Conference is a combination of case studies, keynote sessions, interactive workshops and networking opportunities that attract individuals looking to network and exchange knowledge on the latest strategies and technologies available to improve and shape the future global mobility industry.​

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SWITZERLAND: No EU Quotas in Immigration to keep Single Market Access

December 22, 2016

After three years discussing its relationship with the European Union, Switzerland has officially rejected imposing quotas on EU workers. Switzerland is not an EU country but enjoys access to the free market. On 16th December 2016, a new immigration Law…

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USA: Trump Administration”s Stance on Business Immigration

December 21, 2016

It is largely publicised in the US that President-elect Trump and his new administration will not only focus on illegal immigration, but also on legal business immigration. The President-elect cannot change the existing immigration laws without Congressional action; however, he…

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