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MALAYSIA – Temporary Unavailability of Pass Endorsement Services at KLIA Terminal 1
July 23, 2024
The pass endorsement service at the ESC counter, KLIA Terminal 1 office is temporarily unavailable due to shortage of pass stickers.
Read MoreEUROPEAN UNION – Reminder of Upcoming Entry-Exit System (EES)
July 18, 2024
Changes to travelling in Europe are due to take place in 2024 and 2025 with the introduction of the Entry-Exit System (EES)
Read MoreCANADA – CUFTA International Mobility Program Work Permits
July 16, 2024
Recent updates to CUFTA have impacted immigration procedures falling under the International Mobility Program.
Read MoreCOLOMBIA – Holders of Permanent Resident (R) Visas Issued Before October 2022 Must Transfer by October 21, 2024
July 16, 2024
Permanent Resident (R) Visa holders with visas issued before October 2022 are required to transfer their visa by October 21, 2024.
Read MoreCOLOMBIA – Delays in Issuing Foreigner ID Cards
July 15, 2024
Colombia has faced significant delays in issuing foreigner ID cards due to operational changes at Migración Colombia.
Read MorePORTUGAL – Residence Permits Extended until June 30, 2025
July 5, 2024
Portuguese authorities have extended the validity of Residence Permits and Visas until June 30, 2025, to address ongoing delays in processing, effective from June 29, 2024.
Read MoreCHINA – Visa Exemption Expanded to Include Australia, New Zealand, Poland
July 1, 2024
China's Foreign Ministry announced an expansion of its visa exemption policy to citizens of New Zealand, Australia, and Poland.
Read MoreHONG KONG – Phased Invalidation and Reissue of Identity Cards
July 1, 2024
Identity cards held by Hong Kong permanent and non-permanent residents issued before November 26, 2018 will undergo phased invalidation.
Read MoreMALAYSIA – Immigration Processes Go Online for ESD Companies
July 1, 2024
Malaysia now requires certain immigration applications to be submitted online through the Expatriate Services Division (ESD) portal.
Read MoreAUSTRALIA – Amendments to Visa Conditions
June 26, 2024
The Australian Government is implementing updates to visa conditions 8107, 8607, and 8608 as part of its Migration Strategy.
Read MoreISRAEL – New Electronic Travel Authorization System Introduced
June 14, 2024
The Israeli government announced the introduction of a new electronic travel authorization system, which will become fully operational in August 2024.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – An ETA is now required for some nationalities
June 14, 2024
Following implementation of the UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system in November 2023, this update provides a summary of the current requirements.
Read MoreDENMARK – Changes to the Danish Aliens Act 2024
June 11, 2024
The Danish Parliament has passed a Bill amending the Danish Aliens Act, allowing greater flexibility for residence in Denmark.
Read MoreSOUTH AFRICA – Update on Immigration Legislative Amendments
June 11, 2024
The South African Department of Home Affairs has finalized several amendments to existing Immigration Regulations under the Immigration Act.
Read MoreVIETNAM – Change of Processing Authority in Hanoi
June 11, 2024
Hanoi authorities have temporarily delegated authority to local districts to process work permits for foreign workers in certain categories.
Read MoreUKRAINE, BELARUS, RUSSIA – Suspension of Overseas Passport Renewals
June 11, 2024
The suspension of overseas passport renewals is being used as a strategic tool impacting the immigration status of affected nationals.
Read MoreUKRAINE – Restrictions on Leaving the Country Affecting Dual Nationals and Permanent Residents Abroad
June 11, 2024
Ukrainian men aged 18 to 60, including dual nationals or Ukrainians with permanent residence abroad, are restricted from leaving Ukraine.
Read MoreMALAYSIA – Immediate Approval of FKW Quota for MDEC-Registered Companies
June 11, 2024
MDEC-registered companies applying for Foreign Knowledge Worker (FKW) projection will now receive immediate approval.
Read MoreSINGAPORE – Local Qualifying Salary Increase
June 11, 2024
Singapore has signalled a rise in the Local Qualifying Salary (LQS) from SGD 1,400 to SGD 1,600 per month.
Read MorePHILIPPINES – Key Updates on PEZA Visa, Motion for Reconsideration and Temporary Visitor Visa
June 6, 2024
The Bureau of Immigration of the Philippines has made a number of key visa and immigration policy updates.
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