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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.
Read MoreAUSTRALIA – 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.
Read MoreSWITZERLAND – 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.
Read MoreSWITZERLAND – 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.
Read MoreIRELAND – Immigration Service Delivery announces plans to facilitate customers travelling at Christmas.
December 4, 2024
By: Áine Hartigan, Ireland Office Lead. Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) is putting a temporary arrangement in place to facilitate those with expired Irish Residence Permit cards who wish to travel internationally during the Christmas period. The Minister for Justice has issued a Travel Confirmation Notice requesting carriers to allow individuals to travel on recently expired IRP cards […]
Read MoreUNITED 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.
Read MoreMALAYSIA – 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.
Read MoreCHINA – 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.
Read MoreUAE – Stricter visa guidelines take effect.
November 26, 2024
The UAE's updated visit visa requirements include financial proof, accommodation details, and return ticket policies.
Read MoreEUROPEAN UNION – Proposed digital portal will streamline Posted Worker compliance.
November 25, 2024
Proposal for a single digital portal to simplify Posted Worker notifications, reduce cost and administration, and enhance compliance.
Read MoreINDONESIA – Annual manpower reporting and key immigration changes.
November 21, 2024
An important reporting period and key immigration regulation changes have been announced by authorities in Indonesia.
Read MoreVIETNAM – Foreign utilization mandatory reporting
November 20, 2024
Employers in Vietnam who have foreign employees holding valid or current work permits are required to complete a bi-annual report regarding the utilization of foreign manpower.
Read MoreCANADA – Changes to multi-entry visa issuance.
November 18, 2024
IRCC officers are empowered to use discretion in deciding whether to issue a single-entry or multiple-entry visa and in determining the validity period.
Read MorePANAMA: Changes are introduced for non-visa waiver nationals
November 13, 2024
Non-visa wavier nationals seeking admission to Panama without a consular visa are now required to meet fewer requirements.
Read MoreMastering the L-1 visa: How the L-1 Blanket streamlines workforce transfers.
November 13, 2024
Learn how the L-1 Visa and L-1 Blanket Petition simplify U.S. employee transfers for multinational companies, saving time and reducing costs while ensuring compliance.
Read MoreTHAILAND – A new electronic travel authorization will be required for entry.
October 31, 2024
An ETA, expected to take effect between December 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, will be mandatory for individuals entering Thailand.
Read MoreCANADA – A reduction in immigration numbers is targeted for 2025-2027
October 29, 2024
Reductions in both permanent and temporary resident annual targets. The plan includes controlled targets for international students and foreign workers.
Read MoreSOUTH AFRICA: New points-based system for critical skills and general work visa applications is introduced.
October 28, 2024
Details of a new points-based system for the issuance of work visas have been outlined by the government of South Africa.
Read MoreUNITED STATES – New Temporary Protected Status designation for Lebanese nationals amid ongoing crisis.
October 21, 2024
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced this week new temporary immigration benefits to Lebanese nationals currently in the United States.
Read MoreEUROPEAN UNION – Reminder of Upcoming Entry-Exit System (EES)
October 21, 2024
Changes to travelling in Europe are due to take place in 2024 and 2025 with the introduction of the Entry-Exit System (EES)
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