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Immigration Insights
AUSTRALIA: Latest on Skilled Regional Visas
July 10, 2019
The Australian authorities have given details on implementation dates for 491 and 494 visas, and transitional arrangements for Subclass 489 and RSMS visas.
Read MoreUNITED ARAB EMIRATES: New Rules for DIFC Free Zone Foreign Employees
July 9, 2019
Effective immediately, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) free zone has announced changes to its foreign employee services.
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Weekly Roundup – 8 July 2019
July 8, 2019
The latest global immigration news and insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
Read MoreMOROCCO: Dependent Children Must Obtain Residence Permits
July 4, 2019
From 1 July 2019, Morocco will enforce the regulation requiring all foreign national children resident in Morocco to obtain residence permits.
Read MoreKAZAKHSTAN: Deadline for 2020 Quota Applications is 31 July 2019
July 4, 2019
The deadline for submitting quota applications for employing foreign nationals in quota-subject categories in 2020 is 31 July 2019.
Read MoreKENYA: Tax Certificate Now Required for Work Permit Renewals
July 1, 2019
The Department of Immigration Services now requires all work permit renewal applications to include individual and company Tax Compliance Certificates.
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Weekly Roundup – 1 July 2019
July 1, 2019
The latest global immigration news and insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
Read MoreSAUDI ARABIA: New Permanent Residence Scheme [UPDATED]
June 28, 2019
The Saudi government now accepts applications for its new permanent residence scheme which aims to attract affluent and highly-skilled foreign nationals.
Read MoreGUATEMALA: New Rules for Migrant Workers
June 27, 2019
Effective immediately, the Guatemalan government has implemented new work authorisation and residence rules for foreign national workers.
Read MoreMEXICO: Increased Scrutiny of Immigration Documents
June 27, 2019
Effective immediately, foreign national travellers to and within Mexico may now be subject to increased immigration document checks.
Read MoreTop 10 Global Immigration Changes for the First Half of 2019
June 27, 2019
Quick summary of top global immigration law changes occurring over first half of 2019. Essential information for international HR and mobility managers.
Read MoreCHILE: New Entry Requirements for Venezuelan Nationals
June 25, 2019
All Venezuelan nationals are now required to obtain a visa at the Chilean consulate in Venezuela or in another country, prior to their entry into Chile.
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Weekly Roundup – 24 June 2019
June 24, 2019
The latest global immigration news and insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
Read MoreBELGIUM – Measures to Mitigate Single Permit Processing Delays
June 24, 2019
The Belgian authorities have taken steps to decrease application processing times for the new single permit.
Read MoreUNITED ARAB EMIRATES: Residency Visas for Dependent Sons Can Now Be Renewed
June 24, 2019
UAE residents can renew the residency visas of their dependent sons who have reached the age of 18, and/or graduated from secondary school or university.
Read MoreDENMARK: Increased Flexibility for Employers
June 24, 2019
Amendments to the Danish Aliens Act create more flexibility for employers hiring foreign nationals under the Fast Track Scheme and the Pay Limit Scheme.
Read MoreEUROPEAN UNION: EU Council Adopts Schengen Visa Code Amendments
June 21, 2019
The EU Council has adopted amendments to the visa code regulation aimed at improving conditions for legitimate travellers entering Europe for short stays.
Read MoreINDONESIA: New Residence Procedures for Foreign Workers
June 19, 2019
Foreign workers are no longer able to undergo biometric collection and obtain permits on arrival at Soekarno Hatta airport in Indonesia.
Read MoreMEXICO: Further Restructuring of the National Migration Institute and Possible Bureaucratic Delays
June 19, 2019
The Commissioner of the National Institute of Migration in Mexico, Tonatiuh Guillén, has resigned and Francisco Garduño has been appointed his successor.
Read MoreFRANCE: Legislation to Simplify Posting Procedures and Strengthen Inspections
June 18, 2019
Effective 1 July 2019, a decree has amended the requirements for posting workers to France.
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