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Singapore Simplified: Fair Consideration Framework and Immigration Essentials for Business | Webinar Q&A Report
March 18, 2022
Following our recent webinar, Newland Chase experts answer the most pressing questions on the challenges and solutions of Singapore's Fair Consideration Framework and immigration essentials for business.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM: ‘Homes for Ukraine’ Scheme [Updated 17 March]
March 17, 2022
Under the Homes for Ukraine scheme, people in the UK will be able to nominate an individual or family to stay with them rent-free, or in another property, for at least six months. Organisations such as charities and churches will also be able to sponsor refugees.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM: Changes to the Immigration Rules
March 16, 2022
On 15 March 2022, the Home Office published its latest Statement of Changes, introducing far-reaching changes to, and across the breadth of, the UK immigration rules.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM: Processing for Entry Clearance Applications
March 16, 2022
The UK Home Office has announced the temporary suspension of the priority and super priority services for new study, work and family visas. This is to focus efforts on applications arising from the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. The suspension currently applies to Entry Clearance applications only – those submitted outside the UK.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM: New Draft Right to Work Check Guidance for Employers
March 15, 2022
The way employers carry out right to work checks is due to change from 6 April 2022, with the draft revised guidance having been published in recent days. Newland Chase summarises the most significant updates being proposed (note these may be subject to change).
Read MoreEU Blue Card Redesigned: Maximize New Program Benefits to Attract Highly-Skilled Workers | Webinar Q&A Report
March 15, 2022
Following our recent webinar, Newland Chase experts answer the most pressing questions on the challenges and solutions of the EU Blue Card Directive.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM: ‘Homes for Ukraine’ Scheme
March 14, 2022
The ‘Homes for Ukraine’ scheme will extend provisions for Ukrainian nationals to obtain UK visa status. Details announced today confirmed that with no current tie to the UK needed, the new initiative will allow individuals, charities, community groups and businesses to sponsor visa status for Ukrainians fleeing the crisis.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM: Eligible Ukrainians with Passports Can Apply for Digital Visas to Come to the UK
March 10, 2022
The Home Secretary has this morning announced a significant change to the visa process for those applying under the Ukraine Family Scheme. Following pressure to address delays and the limited availability of biometric appointments in the region, from March 15th Ukrainians with passports will now have access to a fully digital application process.
Read MoreSINGAPORE: COMPASS – New Points Based Assessment Framework
March 10, 2022
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has announced the introduction of a points-based assessment called Complementary Assessment Framework (COMPASS) from 1 September 2023 for new EP applications and from 1 September 2024 for EP renewals.
Read MoreSINGAPORE: Increase in Minimum Salary for Employment Pass and Eligibility Changes for S Pass
March 9, 2022
Beginning 1 September 2022, the minimum salary for EP holders will increase. At the same time, MOM will also be increasing the minimum salary and levies for S Pass holders. Quotas for S Pass will also be updated on 1 January 2023.
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