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UNITED KINGDOM: A New Plan
July 21, 2022
The UK government has published its ‘New Plan for Immigration: Legal Migration and Border Control', “setting out the vision for [the UK’s] border and legal migration system of the future… to a stronger, more secure and prosperous Union”.
Read MoreChina Entry Requirements: Update
July 19, 2022
Further developments regarding China entry requirements related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreTAIWAN: Work Permit Application Online Filing System
July 8, 2022
From 30 July 2022, the online filing system in Taiwan must be mandatorily utilized to file work permit applications.
Read MoreFINLAND: Fast Track Service Introduced
July 6, 2022
From 1 June 2022, a Fast Track Service aiming to expedite the residence permit application process for specialists, start-up entrepreneurs, EU Blue Card, ICT residence permit applicants and their family members has been launched in Finland.
Read MoreMIDDLE EAST REGION: Immigration Updates
July 4, 2022
Immigration updates from the Middle East region, including the closure of government offices due to the Eid Al Adha holiday, the suspension of visit visas for family and tourists in Kuwait and immigration processing delays in Qatar due to the World Cup.
Read MoreSWEDEN: Immigration Rule Changes Announced
June 29, 2022
On 1 June, the Swedish parliament announced a number of changes to the Swedish immigration rules.
Read MoreTravel to China: An Evolving Process
June 17, 2022
You may be aware of reports that China is loosening entry restrictions for certain visa holders. At the same time, you may also be reading about continuing COVID-19 restrictions in Beijing and Shanghai. Needless to say, it’s a confusing time when it comes to entry to China, so let’s walk through the most recent developments and China’s governmental policy changes.
Read MoreUNITED STATES: End of COVID-19 Testing Requirement for Inbound Air Travelers
June 16, 2022
As of June 12, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) no longer requires air passengers traveling to the United States from a foreign country to show a negative COVID-19 test.
Read MoreGERMANY: Automatic Short-Term Work Authorization Approval for Employees of Russian Branch of Company Group
June 10, 2022
Following the increased number of work permit applications from individuals wanting to relocate from Russia, the Federal Employment Agency in Germany has announced that work authorization (pre-approval with the Labour Office) is not required for visas issued until 30 September 2022.
Read MorePHILIPPINES: DOLE Agents’ Accreditation and Authorized Representative Appointment
June 8, 2022
On 31 January 2022, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) issued an order requiring third party providers transacting with their office to complete an accreditation process and, thereafter, be appointed by their clients as authorized representatives before they are able to lodge the alien employment permit applications on behalf of their clients.
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