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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.
Read MoreNEW 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.
Read MoreTAIWAN – 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.
Read MorePHILIPPINES – 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.
Read MoreBRAZIL – 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.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – Late EU Settlement Scheme applications to face further scrutiny from UKVI
August 14, 2023
The UK is implementing a number of changes to the EU Settlement Scheme for EU citizens in the UK, effective from 09 August 2023.
Read MoreJAPAN – eVisa Extended to 11 Countries
August 11, 2023
The JAPAN eVISA system for short-term tourist visits to Japan, has been extended to foreign nationals residing in 11 countries:
Read MoreCOLOMBIA – Newland Chase Bogota Office Now Open
August 11, 2023
As part of our ongoing expansion, and in recognition of the important Latin American (LATAM) regional market, Newland Chase has opened a new office in Bogota, Colombia.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM: UKVI Tripling Fines for Illegal Workers
August 10, 2023
The UKVI is increasing fines for businesses using illegal laborers and is performing more checks on businesses in the UK.
Read MoreNIGER – Level 4 Travel Advisory Issued
August 4, 2023
In the wake of ongoing political unrest in the western Africa country of Niger, the US State Department has issued a level 4 travel advisory for the nation.
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