Immigration Insights

MEXICO: 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.

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FRANCE: 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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Global Immigration Weekly Roundup – 17 June 2019

June 17, 2019

The latest global immigration news and insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.

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UNITED STATES: USCIS FY 2020 H-1B Cap and Premium Processing [UPDATED]

June 14, 2019

On 19 March 2019, US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a two-phase approach to premium processing for H-1B cap petitions when the FY 2020 filing period begins on 1 April 2019.

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PANAMA: Changes to Residence and Work Permit Rules [UPDATED]

June 14, 2019

On 28 May 2019, several Executive Decrees were enacted which modify work and residence permit rules and introduce new immigration categories allowing work.

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COLOMBIA: Authorities Begin Renewal of Special Stay Permits for Venezuelan Nationals

June 12, 2019

Effective immediately, Venezuelan nationals in Colombia holding a Special Stay Permit (PEP) can apply online to renew their PEP for a further two years.

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UNITED STATES: USCIS Plans Closure of International Field Offices

June 12, 2019

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is planning to close all 22 of its international field offices in the coming months.

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IRELAND: Consultation on Employment Permits and Occupation Lists

June 11, 2019

A public consultation has opened in Ireland to review the occupation lists for employment permits for workers from outside the European Economic Area.

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PERU: New Entry Rules for Venezuelan Nationals

June 11, 2019

Effective 15 June 2019, the Peruvian immigration authorities will only allow Venezuelan nationals to enter Peru if they have a valid passport and visa.

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Global Immigration Weekly Roundup – 10 June 2019

June 10, 2019

The latest global immigration news and insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.

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UNITED STATES: Visa Applicants Now Required to Disclose Social Media Accounts

June 6, 2019

All nonimmigrant visa applicants to the US must list personal social media accounts when completing the the standard DS-160 online visa application form.

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FINLAND: Labour Market Test No Longer Required for Career Changers

June 6, 2019

From 1 June 2019, a foreign national who is already employed in Finland, and who wishes to change occupation, will no longer require a labour market test.

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PHILIPPINES: New Tax Registration Rules Issued

June 5, 2019

All foreign nationals applying for certain types of work permission in the Philippines are now required to obtain a Tax Identification Number (TIN).

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IRELAND: Most Common Work Permit Options… in 5 Minutes

June 4, 2019

A strong economy and EU membership - Ireland is rising as an international business destination. Useful summary of common work permit options for business.

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RUSSIA: Recent Immigration Changes

June 4, 2019

Effective 1 July 2019, Essential Skills and Religious Worker work visa holders will need to earn at least NZD 43,332.76 to support dependent children for a visitor or student visa (previously NZD 42,944.20).

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TAIWAN: Dependent Status Can Now Be Granted to Same-Sex Spouses

June 4, 2019

Qualifying same-sex spouses are now eligible to apply for an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC).

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Global Immigration Weekly Roundup – 3 June 2019

June 3, 2019

The latest global immigration news and insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase. This week we look at the UK and New Zealand.

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NEW ZEALAND: Changes to Minimum Income Thresholds for Dependent Sponsorship

May 31, 2019

There are changes to the minimum income thresholds for dependent sponsorship in New Zealand, effective 1 July 2019.

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UNITED KINGDOM: Migration Advisory Committee Recommends Broadening Shortage Occupation List

May 30, 2019

The UK Migration Advisory Committee (the independent immigration advisory body) has published its review of the Shortage Occupation List.

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Global Immigration Weekly Roundup – 28 May 2019

May 28, 2019

The latest global immigration insights and Brexit news, plus forthcoming webinars and events, in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.

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