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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.
Read MoreHONG 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.
Read MoreKENYA – 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.
Read MoreWEBINARS – 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.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – Conversion to eVisas for BRP Holders
November 1, 2023
As part of the ongoing digitalisation process for immigration statuses, several types of physical documents will be replaced with electronic versions by the UKVI, including biometric residence permits and residence cards.
Read MoreCHINA – Joins Apostille Convention in November
October 30, 2023
China officially joins the Apostille Convention on 7 November. This will simplify the process of legalizing travel documents for China.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM: Immigration Health Surcharge to Rise in 2024
October 30, 2023
The UK government announced in the immigration health surcharge would be increased, the fee increase will now occur no earlier than 16 January 2024.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – ETA System Launches
October 24, 2023
Applications for the Electronic Travel Authorization system open on 25 October for citizens of Qatar, with other countries to be added later. the ETA is a pre-screening system for citizens of visa-exempt countries who are visiting the UK.
Read MoreETIAS – Officially Delayed Until 2025
October 20, 2023
ETIAS, the European Union's electronic visa-waiver entry system, has officially been delayed until May 2025.
Read MoreISRAEL – Eligible for Visa-Free Travel to US
October 20, 2023
Due to the ongoing regional conflict, Israel's entry into the United States' visa-waiver program has been made effective immediately. The program allows for visa-free visits of up to 90 days.
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