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PANAMA: Executive Decree Clarifies Basis for Cancelling Work Permits
June 7, 2018
The Ministry of Labour has published an executive decree setting out possible grounds for the cancellation of work permits. The national immigration authority has recently cancelled a number of residence permits issued to foreign nationals on the basis of fraudulent documentation.
Read MoreEUROPEAN UNION: Posted Worker Reform Adopted by European Parliament
June 6, 2018
The European Parliament has voted in favour of adopting amendments to the Posting of Workers Directive (1996/71/EC), agreed with the Council and the Commission in March 2018. Member states have 2 years to transpose the rules into their national laws; they must effect them by the end of this period.
Read MoreSWITZERLAND: Update – Federal Council Confirms Initial List of Occupations Requiring Labour Market Test
June 6, 2018
On 23rd May 2018, the Swiss Federal Council confirmed the initial list of occupations for which, from 1 July 2018, employers wishing to hire foreign nationals will have to test the Swiss labour market by advertising.
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Weekly Roundup – 4th June 2018
June 4, 2018
Discover the latest immigration news and updates from around the globe with your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase. This week we look at news from Argentina, Italy and Canada, as well as Israel and Kazakhstan.
Read MoreKAZAKHSTAN: Work Permit No Longer Required for CEOs and Deputies
June 4, 2018
Recent amendments to the immigration rules that apply to chief executives and their deputies are benefiting companies operating in Kazakhstan. Effective April 28, work permits are no longer required for foreign chief executives and their deputies of Kazakhstani companies with foreign ownership.
Read MoreARGENTINA: Major Fee Increases for Most Immigration Processes
June 1, 2018
The Argentine Immigration Department is introducing a major increase in the fees of most immigration related processes. Effective June 6, various governments fees for immigration processes will increase an average of 300 percent, up to 500 percent for some applications.
Read MoreITALY: Labour Authorities Step-Up Enforcement of Posted Worker Rules
June 1, 2018
The Italian Labour Inspectorate (INL) has implemented stricter rules and policies on investigating company compliance with Italy’s rules implementing the European Union (EU) Posted Workers Enforcement Directive. Companies both sending and hosting foreign workers in Italy should verify compliance.
Read MoreCANADA: UAE Citizens Visa-Free Starting June 5
May 31, 2018
Effective June 5, citizens of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will no longer require a visa to enter Canada. UAE nationals will be granted entry with only a valid UAE passport and an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). The new visa waiver is applicable for business, tourism, and family visits.
Read MoreISRAEL: Changes to Hi-Tech (HIT) Visa Applications Process
May 31, 2018
The Israeli Ministry of Interior (MOI) has implemented amended rules for the new “Hi-Tech” (HIT) Visa. Under the amended rules, all applicants must now apply for their HIT Visas through Israeli overseas consular posts.
Read MorePlans to Modernise the EU’s “Schengen” Visa System Move Forward
May 30, 2018
Latest news on European Union (EU) plans to modernise the Schengen Visa system for business travel. Included are updates on proposed short-stay visa application process, ETIAS system, EES system, and VIS system.
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