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Immigration Insights
MEXICO – Processing delays due to staffing.
June 18, 2025
Significant staffing changes at the National Immigration Institute are affecting the timing of immigration processing and authorizations.
Read MoreMIDDLE EAST – Impact of conflict on travel, immigration, and visa processing.
June 18, 2025
The escalation of hostilities between Israel and Iran has triggered major travel and immigration disruption across the region.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – Further update on phase-out of visa vignettes.
June 17, 2025
UKVI has announced the phasing out of 90-day vignette stickers for non-EU applicants for some visa routes from July 15, 2025.
Read MoreVIETNAM – National Public Service Portal.
June 17, 2025
From July all administrative procedures, including work permit applications, will be filed through the National Public Service Portal.
Read MoreProvisional agreement reached on phased implementation of EU Entry/Exit System (EES)
June 13, 2025
A provisional agreement has been reached to allow EU Member States to introduce EES through a phased rollout over six months.
Read MoreSWEDEN – Notification of employee termination or departure.
June 13, 2025
Sweden plans to intensify the revocation of work permits for foreign nationals who are no longer employed or not actively using work permits.
Read MoreAZERBAIJAN – Planned introduction of a work permit exemption.
June 13, 2025
Azerbaijan authorities plan to introduce a new system under which eligible foreign nationals may be exempt from obtaining a work permit.
Read MorePORTUGAL – AIMA appointments rescheduled.
June 13, 2025
AIMA has been actively rescheduling appointments as part of its efforts to address a significant backlog of pending cases.
Read MoreVIETNAM: Impact of restructuring on ERCs and work permit reissuance.
June 11, 2025
Administrative restructuring does not mandate ERC updates but will require work permit reissuance if companies voluntarily amend registered addresses.
Read MoreNAMIBIA – New online visa application and revamped entry procedures.
June 11, 2025
Namibia has launched a new online visa application system and introduced a redesigned visa-on-arrival form.
Read MoreUNITED STATES – Impact of the 2025 U.S. travel ban on individuals and businesses.
June 6, 2025
The June 2025 U.S. travel ban has implications on travelers and multinational companies. Learn more about how to manage its impact.
Read MoreARGENTINA – Significant immigration law reforms are implemented.
June 4, 2025
Argentina has implemented major immigration changes, introducing new restrictions on work, healthcare, family reunification, and residency.
Read MoreUNITED STATES – What business travelers and HR teams need to know about electronic device searches at U.S. borders.
June 2, 2025
U.S. CBP can inspect electronic devices during entry. Learn how to protect sensitive business data and ensure compliant international travel.
Read MoreJAPAN – Electronic Travel Authorization System will launch in 2028.
May 27, 2025
Japan Electronic System for Travel Authorization (JESTA) will launch in 2028, earlier than its previously targeted 2030 rollout.
Read MorePORTUGAL – New border control systems are implemented in preparation for EU-wide changes.
May 26, 2025
New border checkpoint systems align with broader EU initiatives aimed at enhancing border security and operational efficiency.
Read MoreKAZAKHSTAN – New visa options available for digital nomads and global talent.
May 22, 2025
Kazakhstan's new digital nomad and talent visas are designed to attract remote workers and skilled professionals.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – UKVI is phasing out visa vignettes for students.
May 22, 2025
UKVI is planning to remove the visa vignettes from the student visa journey in phases on specific visa routes.
Read MoreSAUDI ARABIA – Temporary hold on work visit visas for all nationalities.
May 21, 2025
Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the issuance of quotas for temporary work visit visas for all nationalities.
Read MorePOLAND – Upcoming changes to immigration rules.
May 20, 2025
The Polish government has signalled its intention to implement reforms of Poland’s immigration framework.
Read MoreNIGERIA – Upcoming changes to immigration rules and processes.
May 20, 2025
The Nigerian government announced a comprehensive reform of its immigration framework in May 2025. Read more for full details.
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