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NEW ZEALAND: No More ANZSCO for Essential Skills Work Visa Skill Level Assessment
July 10, 2020
Effective 27 July 2020, the Australia and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) will no longer be used to assess the skill level of jobs for essential skills work visas.
Read MoreSWEDEN: New Rules for Posted Worker Notifications
July 10, 2020
Effective 30 July, the Swedish Work Environment Authority (SWEA) has announced some changes to the rules on posting workers from abroad.
Read MoreCOVID-19: Latest Travel and Immigration Updates
July 10, 2020
View our comprehensive guide, which gathers together the knowledge and data we have on entry restrictions, immigration restrictions (office closures, visa suspensions, etc.) and immigration concessions, worldwide. Updated twice daily as new information is released.
Read MoreIRELAND: Online Renewal of Immigration Registration Available
July 7, 2020
The online Registration Renewal System for immigration registration has been extended to all Dublin-based non-EEA nationals seeking to renew their immigration registration. And, effective 20 July, the Registration Office in Burgh Quay will reopen for first-time registrations.
Read MoreAUSTRALIA: International Students Returning to Australia
July 6, 2020
Under a pilot program between the Australian National University and University of Canberra, around 350 international students will be able to return to Australia in July to recommence their studies.
Read MoreEU Publishes Recommended “Travel Safe List” for Residents of 15 Countries
June 30, 2020
The European Council has adopted a recommendation to Schengen member states and the four Schengen Associated States on the gradual lifting of the temporary restrictions on non-essential travel into the European Union.
Read MoreChina Opens Its Borders to Essential Workers
June 26, 2020
China has begun to open its doors to business travelers and is permitting the entry of essential foreign workers performing necessary and urgent economic, trade, scientific or technological activities.
Read MoreKAZAKHSTAN: July Deadline for 2021 Quota Applications
June 26, 2020
The deadline for submitting quota applications for employing foreign nationals in quota-subject categories in 2021 is 31 July 2020.
Read MoreUS: Presidential Proclamation Restricting Visa Applications and Travel for Certain Visa Holders – FAQ
June 25, 2020
On June 22, 2020, Presidential Proclamation 10014 of April 22 was extended, barring entry to the US for those seeking entry in H-1B, L-1 and J-1 status and their dependents through December 31, 2020, effective 12:01am ET on June 24.
Read MoreUNITED STATES: New Entry Ban on Nonimmigrant Foreign Workers
June 23, 2020
Effective 24 June 2020, the suspension of entry for first-time immigrant visa applicants is extended until 31 December 2020 and extended to include foreign workers seeking to enter the US pursuant to certain nonimmigrant visa categories, who do not already hold valid visa stamps in their passports.
Read MoreTHAILAND: Relaxation of Rules for Landlords
June 22, 2020
Effective 30 June 2020, heads of household, property owners, landlords and hotel managers accommodating foreign nationals on a temporary basis are no longer required to submit a TM.30 form (‘Landlord Notification Receipt’) every time a foreign national stays at their premises, as currently.
Read MoreEuropean Commission Guidance on Reopening the Schengen Area
June 12, 2020
The EU has taken a number of decisions paving the way for freedom of movement within the Schengen Area to be restored by the end of June at the latest.
Read MoreSINGAPORE: New Online Application System Launches 15 June [Updated 12 June 2020]
June 12, 2020
Effective 15 June 2020, new Employment Pass (EP) and S Pass applications must be submitted via a new online service called myMOM, instead of the existing EP Online (EPOL) portal. The new service was initially targeted for launch on 11 June, but was delayed.
Read MoreRUSSIA: New Address Registration Rules from September 2020
June 10, 2020
The Russian president has signed a new law, effective 7 September, which introduces changes to the procedure of address registration of foreign nationals.
Read MoreMexico: COVID-19 Migratory Impacts on Global Mobility FAQ
June 2, 2020
Newland Chase Mexico immigration experts answer frequently asked questions about restrictions on visas and travel to and from Mexico. Available to view in English and Spanish.
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Update – Monday 1 June 2020
June 1, 2020
The latest immigration news and insights from around the globe in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
Read MoreCanada: COVID-19 Travel and Immigration FAQ
May 20, 2020
Newland Chase Canada immigration experts answer frequently asked questions about restrictions on visas and travel to and from Canada.
Read MoreEuropean Commission Roadmap to Return to Freedom of Movement in the EU
May 18, 2020
On 13 May 2020 the European Commission published its guidelines and recommendations on how to safely resume travel and reboot Europe’s tourism in 2020 and beyond.
Read MoreINDIA: COVID-19 Visa Restrictions FAQ
May 12, 2020
Newland Chase India immigration experts answer frequently asked questions about restrictions on visas and travel to and from India.
Read MoreSwitzerland: COVID-19 Employer FAQ
May 11, 2020
Frequently asked questions about COVID-19 and mobility for employers of migrant workers in Switzerland.
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