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UNITED KINGDOM – Hybrid and Remote Reporting

May 26, 2023

In lieu of the Covid-19 pandemic there is no need for sponsors to report on hybrid and remote working changes to the Home Office.

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KAZAKHSTAN – Visa-free Travel with China

May 26, 2023

The governments of Kazakhstan and China have announced the signing of an agreement between the two countries to allow for visa-free travel,

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UAE – Unemployment Insurance Expanded

May 26, 2023

The United Arab Emirates has expanded the categories of workers who are required to enroll in the country’s unemployment insurance system.

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CANADA – To Join the Apostille Convention

May 23, 2023

Global Affairs Canada announced on 16 May that Canada is adopting the Apostille Convention. The Apostille Convention simplifies the process of legalizing documents for use in other countries who are members of the Convention.

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SWEDEN – Immigration Process Changes Announced

May 19, 2023

Sweden’s Migration Agency continued to announce changes to the country’s immigration process, including a proposal to raise the minimum salary threshold, and a phasing out of Sweden’s “Fast Track” certification.

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IRAQ – KRG Seeks Registered Company Reports

May 19, 2023

The Companies Registrar Directorate of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) is asking all registered companies within the KRG to publish their records and files with the Directorate by 31 May.

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JAPAN – Immigration Framework Review for Digital Nomads

May 15, 2023

The Japanese Government laid out its plans to attract highly skilled foreign talent and is considering implementation of an immigration framework for digital nomads.

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CANADA – New Passports Unveiled

May 15, 2023

A new design for Canadian passports have been unveiled. The new passports will be more secure with a number of enhanced security features.

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UPDATE – UK Virtual or Remote Working Reporting Responsibility

May 4, 2023

The Home Office has changed reporting requirements for sponsored international employees with remote or hybrid working arrangements. The HO is now requiring sponsors to log the physical location of these workers.

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AUSTRALIA – Immigration System Overhaul

April 27, 2023

The Australian Immigration system is set to undergo a major overhaul in the coming months. This announcement is based on an extensive report highlighting increased labour shortages and the absence of policy for lower paid workers.

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