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PERU – Digital Nomad Visa Proposed

November 17, 2023

Peru is looking to join the 50+ nations offering remote workers - so-called Digital Nomads - the opportunity to live in the country while working for companies based abroad, for a period up to one year.

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SOUTH AFRICA – Trusted Employer Scheme

November 17, 2023

A new trusted employer scheme will allow registered companies in South Africa to benefit from simplified visa applications and accelerated visa processing times for skilled foreign workers.

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ISRAEL/PALESTINE – Urgent Travel Advisories and Changes

November 10, 2023

Attacks this weekend in Israel have caused major disruptions to travel in and out of the country. CIBT is following the situation and has this update on the status of movement to and from Israel.

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CANADA – Upcoming Immigration Plan

November 9, 2023

Canada has set increasing immigration targets for 2024-2026, with an ultimate goal of attracting 500,000 immigrants per year by 2026.

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KENYA – Visa and Work Permit Fees Increased

November 9, 2023

The government of Kenya announced fee increases for a number of government-produced documents, including some steep increases on certain visas and work permits.

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GHANA – Visa Waiver Scheme with South Africa Launched

November 9, 2023

Ghana and South Africa have entered into a visa-waiver agreement, allowing for stays in the other country of up to 90 days.

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AUSTRALIA – Permanent Residence Pathway Expansion Proposed

November 8, 2023

The Australian government is considering changes which will open a pathway to permanent residence for more foreign workers.

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HONG KONG – Expansions for Foreign Workers

November 2, 2023

Hong Kong's chief executive announced a series of policy changes designed to attract and retain foreign workers, and to strengthen business relationships with mainland China.

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KENYA – Waiving Visas for African Nationals

November 2, 2023

Kenya has announced it is dropping the requirement for an entry visa for nationals of all other African countries, by the end of the year.

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WEBINARS – Upcoming in November

November 2, 2023

CIBT/Newland Chase has three webinars scheduled for November on a range of visa and mobility topics with our staff of global experts.

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