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SINGAPORE – Intern Exchange Scheme with China
August 25, 2023
Singapore and China have struck a bilateral agreement with China to allow graduates from universities and polytechnic schools to engage in six-month internships in each other’s countries.
Read MoreVIETNAM – Changes To E-Visa Process
August 25, 2023
Vietnam is now offering evisas on arrival for foreign travelers at more than 50 entry points. The program went into effect on 15 August.
Read MoreNEW ZEALAND – Updates to AEWV Visa Standards
August 17, 2023
Immigration New Zealand announced changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV), effective 27 November 2023. The changes primarily affect the term of stay period for AEWV holders.
Read MoreTAIWAN – Review Changes for Special Professional Work Permit
August 17, 2023
Taiwan is changing the review process for Foreign Special Professional work permit applications. In turn, the processing time to issue a work permit will likely become longer.
Read MorePHILIPPINES – COVID Travel Restrictions Lifted
August 17, 2023
The public health emergency caused by COVID-19 has been lifted in the Philippines. This means international travelers will no longer have to present a vaccination certificate to enter the country.
Read MoreBRAZIL – Resumption of Visitor Visas (UPDATE 2)
August 16, 2023
Brazil has again updated its recent e-visa plan, pushing back the date when visitors from Australia, the UK and US will need visas.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – Late EU Settlement Scheme applications to face further scrutiny from UKVI
August 14, 2023
The UK is implementing a number of changes to the EU Settlement Scheme for EU citizens in the UK, effective from 09 August 2023.
Read MoreJAPAN – eVisa Extended to 11 Countries
August 11, 2023
The JAPAN eVISA system for short-term tourist visits to Japan, has been extended to foreign nationals residing in 11 countries:
Read MoreCOLOMBIA – Newland Chase Bogota Office Now Open
August 11, 2023
As part of our ongoing expansion, and in recognition of the important Latin American (LATAM) regional market, Newland Chase has opened a new office in Bogota, Colombia.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM: UKVI Tripling Fines for Illegal Workers
August 10, 2023
The UKVI is increasing fines for businesses using illegal laborers and is performing more checks on businesses in the UK.
Read MoreNIGER – Level 4 Travel Advisory Issued
August 4, 2023
In the wake of ongoing political unrest in the western Africa country of Niger, the US State Department has issued a level 4 travel advisory for the nation.
Read MoreSOUTH AFRICA – Digital Nomad Visa Rollout Delayed
August 4, 2023
The Ministry of Home Affairs announced South Africa has missed a deadline to implement a digital nomad visa by the end of the year.
Read MoreFRANCE – Rugby World Cup 2023
July 28, 2023
The Rugby World Cup is heading to France in September, and CIBT is ready to help players, teams, and fans alike get to the match.
Read MoreMEXICO – Bilateral Visa Agreement with Brazil
July 28, 2023
The governments of Mexico and Brazil are working towards implementation of an electronic visa system between the two countries.
Read MoreNORTH MACEDONIA – New Passports Required
July 28, 2023
North Macedonian nationals will be required to obtain new passports issued under the name of the Republic of North Macedonia following the country's name-change in 2019.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – Countries Added to Visa List
July 24, 2023
The UK Home Office has added five countries to the visit visa list, meaning passport holders must now acquire a visa to visit the UK.
Read MoreUNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Quarterly Update 2023
July 24, 2023
The UAE has implemented a number of changes to entry and visa requirements including overstays, re-entries, and visa-free travel.
Read MoreCHINA – Visa-free Travel for Singaporeans Resumes
July 24, 2023
Reinstatement of the 15-day visa free travel for citizens of Singapore into China will take effect on 26 July 2023 at 12:00 am Beijing time. Singaporean citizens will be able to travel to China again for up to 15 days without having to apply for a visa.
Read MoreCANADA – Updates to Youth Mobility, Ukrainian Refugees
July 24, 2023
Canada has signed a new youth mobility agreement with the UK and announced a new residency pathway for displaced Ukrainians.
Read MoreISRAEL – Dual-Citizenship Palestinians Allowed Entry
July 24, 2023
Israel began allowing entry to individuals with dual United States/Palestinian citizenship. This includes American citizens who are residents of the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
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