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NEWLAND CHASE – New Services in Belgium, Colombia

September 1, 2023

As the world continues to return to global travel and mobility following the COVID pandemic, Newland Chase is expanding our service offerings in both Belgium and Colombia, part of CIBT's ongoing expansion plans.

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HONG KONG – CIBT Expands Service

August 29, 2023

CIBT, a leading global provider of immigration, visa and document services for businesses and consumers, is proud to announce an expansion to our services in Hong Kong under our CIBTvisas brand.

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NC INSIGHT – 10 Ways to Keep Global Employees Safe Amidst Political Unrest

August 25, 2023

Political unrest can present a serious risk to travelers abroad. In this Insight post we look at ways companies can reduce the risk to employees abroad.

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CANADA – Recognized Employer Pilot Program Launched

August 25, 2023

The Government of Canada announced the launch of the Recognized Employer Pilot (REP) program as part of the larger Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). The goal of the REP is to ease some of the administrative burden for Canadian companies looking to hire foreign workers for specific roles.

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SINGAPORE – Intern Exchange Scheme with China

August 25, 2023

Singapore and China have struck a bilateral agreement with China to allow graduates from universities and polytechnic schools to engage in six-month internships in each other’s countries.

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VIETNAM – Changes To E-Visa Process

August 25, 2023

Vietnam is now offering evisas on arrival for foreign travelers at more than 50 entry points. The program went into effect on 15 August.

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NEW ZEALAND – Updates to AEWV Visa Standards

August 17, 2023

Immigration New Zealand announced changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV), effective 27 November 2023. The changes primarily affect the term of stay period for AEWV holders.

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TAIWAN – Review Changes for Special Professional Work Permit

August 17, 2023

Taiwan is changing the review process for Foreign Special Professional work permit applications. In turn, the processing time to issue a work permit will likely become longer.

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PHILIPPINES – COVID Travel Restrictions Lifted

August 17, 2023

The public health emergency caused by COVID-19 has been lifted in the Philippines. This means international travelers will no longer have to present a vaccination certificate to enter the country.

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BRAZIL – Resumption of Visitor Visas (UPDATE 2)

August 16, 2023

Brazil has again updated its recent e-visa plan, pushing back the date when visitors from Australia, the UK and US will need visas.

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