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JAPAN – 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.
Read MoreCHINA – Visa-free access is granted to select Latin American countries
May 16, 2025
Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay join the growing list of countries whose citizens may enter China visa-free for short stays
Read MoreBELGIUM – New salary threshold for ex officio family reunification visas.
May 15, 2025
Belgium's Immigration Office has significantly restricted ex officio family reunification visas with the introduction of income thresholds.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – Immigration White Paper: Key updates for student sponsors.
May 15, 2025
The UK government's 2025 white paper on immigration proposes a number of changes that student sponsors should be aware of.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – Overview of the government’s immigration white paper.
May 12, 2025
The white paper outlines reforms to legal migration aimed at reducing net migration and promoting domestic workforce development.
Read MoreJAPAN – Introduction of pre-entry tuberculosis screening.
May 12, 2025
Designated tuberculosis screening clinics in Vietnam have been announced by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare of Japan.
Read MoreFRANCE – EU Blue Card Reform is implemented.
May 8, 2025
The Blue Card reform aims to simplify and expand access to the scheme, strengthening the EU’s migration framework for skilled workers.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM: New Qualification Language Service is introduced.
May 8, 2025
QLS verifies English language proficiency and/or the UK equivalence of academic qualifications for degrees taught overseas.
Read MoreScaling smart: How immigration powers growth for startups and mid-sized companies.
May 2, 2025
Immigration unlocks a global talent pool, allowing companies to hire the right people, not just the closest.
Read MoreINDIA – Government advisory on visa services for Pakistani nationals.
April 29, 2025
The Government of India is suspending all visa services for Pakistani nationals with immediate effect.
Read MorePHILIPPINES – Launch of a digital nomad visa.
April 29, 2025
The new DNV allows foreign nationals work remotely in The Philippines, provided their employers or clients are based outside the country.
Read MoreHONG KONG – Crackdown on illegal employment intensifies.
April 25, 2025
Hong Kong has escalated enforcement against illegal employment in 2025, with multiple operations leading to numerous arrests.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – UKVI Sponsorship fees update and other recent guidance changes.
April 25, 2025
The Home Office made changes to various Sponsor Guidance documents, mainly affecting the treatment of fees.
Read MoreUNITED STATES – Updated registration rules for foreign nationals.
April 17, 2025
Executive Order 14159 directs DHS to prioritize alien registration enforcement. Understand who must register and who is already compliant. Executive Order 14159 directs DHS to prioritize alien registration enforcement. Understand who must register, who is already compliant, and the required documentation.
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