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UNITED STATES – What’s next? How the corporate immigration landscape could look under the second Trump Administration.

December 18, 2024

Corporations can expect significant changes to the immigration system, particularly in employment, foreign labor, and business operations.

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CHINA – Major changes to transit visa-free policies.

December 18, 2024

China’s transit visa-free policy now allows 10-day stays, more entry ports, and cross-regional travel. Learn about these important updates.

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UNITED STATES – Many J-1 visa holders are no longer subject to the two-year foreign residency rule.

December 11, 2024

The list of nationalities and skills subject to the INA 212(e) two-year foreign residency rule has been updated.

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AUSTRALIA – New Skills in Demand visa program is a game-changer.

December 9, 2024

Australia's new Skills in Demand (SID) Visa replaces the TSS visa, and features updated occupation lists, reduced work experience requirements, and streamlined pathways to permanent residency.

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SWITZERLAND – Federal Council lifts quotas for Croatian nationals in 2025.

December 6, 2024

From 1st January 2025, Croatian nationals coming to work in Switzerland will benefit from full freedom of movement.  

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SWITZERLAND – 2025 quotas for new work permit applications are announced.

December 6, 2024

The Federal Council of Switzerland announced quotas for new work permit applications submitted during the 2025 calendar year.

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IRELAND – Immigration Service Delivery announces plans to facilitate customers travelling at Christmas. 

December 4, 2024

Temporary arrangement to facilitate those with expired Irish Residence Permit cards who wish to travel internationally during Christmas.

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UNITED STATES – Navigating PERM audits: A comprehensive guide.

December 3, 2024

This guide covers the PERM process, audit triggers, response strategies, and best practices to ensure compliance and minimize delays when selected for a PERM audit.

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MALAYSIA – 2025 quota projections for ESD-registered companies.

December 2, 2024

Quota submissions for Employment Pass and Professional Visit Pass applications for 2025 opened on December 1, 2024.

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CHINA – Work Permit and Social Security cards will be integrated for foreign workers from December 1, 2024.

November 26, 2024

A new regulation will integrate the Foreigner’s Work Permit Card with the Social Security Card to create a unified system.

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