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Immigration Insights
VIETNAM – What Decree 219 means for employers of foreign workers.
August 11, 2025
The decree introduces a fresh legal framework for employing foreign nationals in Vietnam with streamlined processes and greater flexibility
Read MoreDENMARK – New work permit scheme for certified employers with collective agreements.
August 8, 2025
The scheme is aimed at simplifying the employment of international workers by Danish companies operating under collective agreements.
Read MoreAUSTRALIA – Changes to English language testing for visa applicants.
August 7, 2025
New English language test options and score requirements will affect visa applicants in Student, Graduate, and skilled visa categories.
Read MoreMEXICO – Anticipated processing delays for immigration submissions.
August 7, 2025
Immigration processing delays may be experienced particularly for nationals of Colombia, China, Cuba, and Venezuela.
Read MoreUNITED STATES – New visa interview requirements to impact most applicants from September.
August 7, 2025
Most nonimmigrant visa applicants will be required to attend in-person interviews—including for renewals and short-term assignments.
Read MoreCOSTA RICA – Immigration applications denied due to unresolved state obligations.
August 5, 2025
Applications where either sponsor or applicant has outstanding debts or unresolved obligations with the Costa Rican State are being denied.
Read MoreMALAYSIA – ESD introduces online interview and document sighting.
August 5, 2025
Malaysia’s Expatriate Services Division is adding new services as part of a broader initiative to modernize its immigration platform.
Read MoreI-9 readiness: A strategic focus for U.S. employers in 2025.
August 1, 2025
In a world of increased enforcement, I-9 compliance matters more than ever—it's a litmus test of compliance culture and operational readiness.
Read MoreMEXICO – Introduces new visa guidelines and launches electronic visa.
July 29, 2025
Mexico's new visa guidelines introduce an Electronic Visa and modify processes for Temporary Residence and Family Unit visas.
Read MoreAUSTRALIA – States & territories unveil nomination frameworks for National Innovation Visa.
July 28, 2025
The NIV is aimed at attracting exceptional individuals who can help drive Australia’s innovation and long-term economic growth.
Read MoreNEW ZEALAND – Update on working rights for international students.
July 25, 2025
Eligible secondary and tertiary students will be permitted to work up to 25 hours per week during the academic term.
Read MoreARGENTINA – Visa exemption update for nationals of China and Dominican Republic.
July 24, 2025
Argentina has introduced a visa exemption for ordinary passport holders from the People’s Republic of China and the Dominican Republic.
Read MoreVIETNAM – National Public Service Portal.
July 24, 2025
From July all administrative procedures, including work permit applications, will be filed through the National Public Service Portal.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – Phishing warning issued by the Home Office for sponsor licence holders.
July 22, 2025
The Home Office has warned of phishing scams via email that could lead to Sponsor Management System (SMS) accounts being compromised.
Read MoreDENMARK – Planned work permit exemption for key international event staff.
July 21, 2025
A work permit exemption will apply for certain international personnel involved in the organization and execution of business events.
Read MoreUNITED STATES – USCIS introduces new Visa Integrity Fee and updates to application costs.
July 21, 2025
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduces a new Visa Integrity Fee and raises costs for key immigration services, including I-94 and ESTA.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – Update to UKVI Statement of Changes.
July 4, 2025
UKVI published the latest Statement of Changes, further clarifying proposals outlined in the “White Paper” published on May 12, 2025.
Read MorePHILIPPINES: Amendments to AEP application regulations and immigration visa processing.
July 4, 2025
The Department of Labor and Employment issued DOLE DO 248-A, which amends the guidelines on Alien Employment Permits.
Read MoreAUSTRALIA – Updates to immigration fees and thresholds.
July 2, 2025
Australia's latest immigration updates as of July 1, 2025, include increased visa fees and adjusted skilled visa income thresholds.
Read MorePORTUGAL – Residence permits extended until October 15, 2025.
July 1, 2025
Residence permits that expired between February 22, 2020 and June 30, 2025 will be considered valid until October 15, 2025.
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