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Global Immigration Weekly Roundup – 19 August 2019
August 19, 2019
The latest global immigration news and insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
Read MoreISRAEL: More Flexibility in the STEP Visa Process and Summer Processing Slowdown
August 16, 2019
The Israeli Work Permit Unit (‘WPU’) now allows for the STEP 90-Day Work Visa to be split into more than a single period, as was previously the case.
Read MoreTHAILAND: More Stringent Rules for Landlords
August 15, 2019
A Landlord Notification Receipt must be completed by the landlord of a property and submitted to the immigration authorities to report a foreign national staying at their premises.
Read MoreHONG KONG: Update on Protests
August 14, 2019
In recent weeks, Hong Kong has been experiencing protests centred around the legislature’s debate of an extradition bill.
Read MoreMALAYSIA: New Requirements for MDEC Applications
August 13, 2019
There are new requirements for MSC/ICT status companies applying for Employment Pass, Dependant Pass and/or Long-Term Social Visit Pass for their employees
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Weekly Roundup – 12 August 2019
August 12, 2019
The latest global immigration news and insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
Read MoreIRAQ: New Immigration Entry Procedure and Blood Tests
August 12, 2019
The Prime Minister’s office in Baghdad has declared a new immigration entry procedure for obtaining a Multi-Entry/Exit visa and blood tests.
Read MoreIRELAND: Business Immigration Developments in July 2019
August 8, 2019
2019 continues to be a busy year for Irish immigration with three further significant developments occurring in July alone.
Read MoreUKRAINE: D Visa Applications Within Country to be Introduced
August 6, 2019
Foreign nationals already staying in Ukraine on a visa-free basis will be eligible to apply for a long-term visa (type D) without leaving the country.
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Weekly Roundup – 5 August 2019
August 5, 2019
The latest global immigration news and insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
Read MoreECUADOR: New Entry Requirements for Venezuelan Nationals
August 1, 2019
Effective 25 August 2019, a visa will be required for all Venezuelan nationals entering Ecuador.
Read MoreCOLOMBIA: New Reporting Obligations for Sponsoring Companies via SIRE
July 31, 2019
Migration Colombia has changed its interpretation of the reporting obligations for sponsoring companies via the online system SIRE.
Read MoreCHINA: Broader Visa Policies to Attract Foreign Talent
July 30, 2019
The National Immigration Administration in China has implemented new immigration and entry-exit policies, effective nationwide from 1 August 2019.
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Weekly Roundup – 29 July 2019
July 29, 2019
The latest global immigration news and insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
Read MoreSPAIN: Delays to Residence Permit Processing and Visa Application Appointment Booking
July 26, 2019
Applicants for Spanish residence permits are experiencing significant delays in the application approval process.
Read MoreGREECE: Increased Labor Checks
July 24, 2019
There will be an increased number of employment law compliance checks in the coming months in Greece, especially in tourist areas such as the Greek islands
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Weekly Roundup – 22 July 2019
July 22, 2019
The latest global immigration news and insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
Read MoreNIGERIA: Registration of Resident Foreign Nationals Announced
July 18, 2019
All foreign nationals who intend to reside in Nigeria for at least 90 days must present themselves within six months to be registered.
Read MoreUNITED ARAB EMIRATES: New Dependent Sponsorship Policy [UPDATED]
July 17, 2019
The UAE Cabinet has adopted a decision to amend the policy on foreign national workers sponsoring family members in the UAE.
Read MoreMALAYSIA: i-KAD Issuance Suspended Until Further Notice
July 17, 2019
The Malaysian immigration authorities have announced that from 16 July 2019 the issuance of i-KAD identification cards for foreign nationals is suspended.
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