Vivek Radhakrishnan
Office no. 607, Level 6
Liberty House Building
Dubai International Financial Centre, P O Box 506730
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
As Senior Immigration Manager for Middle East Operations, Vivek Radhakrishnan heads Newland Chase’s Dubai-based business, where he leads a team that is responsible for providing strategic immigration advisory services to multinational and national companies operating in the UAE.
Vivek has ten years of experience in UAE immigration, having started his career as an immigration consultant and quickly rising to client relations manager, and then to managing country head. He is a graduate of Presidency College (Bangalore University) with a Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resources Management and International Business.
Recent Articles by Vivek Radhakrishnan
Temporary suspension of short term visas for 14 countries.
As the Hajj season approaches, Saudi Arabia is taking steps to regulate the flow of travelers and ensure safety during this busy time. The country has announced a temporary suspension of short-term vi…
Temporary hold on work visit visas for all nationalities.
Foreign nationals are currently unable to obtain temporary work visit visas for Saudi Arabia, which is likely to cause delays to assignment start dates and projects. Employers should contact their imm…
Impact of conflict on travel, immigration, and visa processing
This page provides timely travel and immigration updates related to the ongoing situation in the Middle East. It is designed as an evolving resource to help travelers, mobility managers, and global bu…
MIDDLE EAST – Heightened security risks and travel disruption.
Due to escalating and ongoing conflict in the Middle East, employers are advised to urgently review safety protocols and travel plans, especially for personnel in high-risk areas. Airstrikes and milit…
UAE – Stricter visa guidelines take effect.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has introduced stricter requirements for visit visa applications to ensure compliance with immigration laws and streamline entry processes. Travel to the UAE …