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Immigration Insights
AUSTRALIA: Latest Immigration Updates
May 24, 2019
It's predicted the Australian Liberal-National coalition will secure a majority government with 77+ seats - what does it mean for the immigration program?
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM: Nationals of Seven More Countries Can Now Use ePassport Gates
May 23, 2019
Visitors to the UK from seven new countries are now able to use ePassport gates at ports across the UK and at juxtaposed controls.
Read MoreMEXICO: Longer Processing Times for Immigration Applications
May 23, 2019
Processing times for temporary residence applications in Mexico are currently longer than usual.
Read MoreRUSSIA: Stricter Rules on Payment of State Fee for Letter of Invitation in Moscow
May 20, 2019
The state fee collected for issuance of letters of invitation at the Moscow migration office must now be paid from the bank account of the inviting company
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Weekly Roundup – 20 May 2019
May 20, 2019
The latest global immigration insights and Brexit news, plus forthcoming webinars and events, in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
Read MoreSOUTH AFRICA: Department of Home Affairs Restricts Short-Term Work to 180 Days Per Calendar Year
May 20, 2019
Short-term work on a Visitor’s Visa 11(2) in South Africa is to be restricted to a maximum of 180 days per calendar year.
Read MoreNEW ZEALAND: Updates to Skill Shortage Lists
May 16, 2019
From 27 May Immigration New Zealand will make minor changes to the Long Term Skill Shortage List & the Construction and Infrastructure Skill Shortage List.
Read MoreSWITZERLAND: End of Work Permit Quotas for Bulgarian and Romanian Nationals
May 16, 2019
Effective 24 Apr 2019, the Ministry of Labour has introduced some changes to the work permit for nationals of so-called ‘friendly nations’ (paises amigos).
Read MoreSAUDI ARABIA: New Residence Scheme Approved
May 16, 2019
A new special residence scheme aims to attract affluent and highly-skilled foreign nationals, and will be implemented within the next five years.
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Weekly Roundup – 13 May 2019
May 13, 2019
The latest global immigration insights and Brexit news, plus forthcoming webinars and events, in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
Read MorePANAMA: Changes to Friendly Nations Work Permit
May 13, 2019
Effective 24 Apr 2019, the Ministry of Labour has introduced some changes to the work permit for nationals of so-called ‘friendly nations’ (paises amigos).
Read MoreBREXIT: UK and Ireland Sign Deal to Guarantee Common Travel Area Rights
May 9, 2019
The governments of Ireland and of the United Kingdom have signed a Memorandum of Understanding regarding the Common Travel Area (CTA).
Read MoreTURKEY: All Residence Permit Renewals Now to Be Submitted In Person
May 8, 2019
Foreign national residence permit holders in Turkey renewing their residence permit must submit their application in person at the immigration office.
Read MoreCOSTA RICA: Slower Processing of Permanent Residence Applications Due to New Submission Rules
May 8, 2019
Certain applicants for permanent residence cannot use the “Special Windows for Accredited Companies” and must submit applications via the “Regular Windows”
Read MoreRoyal Babies, Latin Trivia, and Children Born Abroad
May 8, 2019
On occasion of the birth of baby Archie to the Duke & Duchess of Sussex, Newland Chase discusses children born abroad, citizenship & advice for families.
Read MorePHILIPPINES: Changes in Rules for Special and Provisional Work Permits
May 7, 2019
There are changes to the rules for special and provisional work permits in the Philippines.
Read MoreSINGAPORE: New Operating Hours at Ministry of Manpower Service Centres
May 7, 2019
From June 2019, new operating hours to take effect at the Ministry of Manpower Services Centre Hall C and the Employment Pass Services Centre in Singapore.
Read MoreISRAEL and UNITED STATES: B-5 Investor Visa for US Nationals and E-2 Investor Visa for Israeli Nationals Now Available
May 7, 2019
The Israeli consulates in Washington, New York, Houston, and San Francisco have begun accepting applications for the new B-5 Investor Visa for US citizens.
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Weekly Roundup – 7 May 2019
May 7, 2019
The latest global immigration insights in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase, with news from the US, Chile, Denmark and our latest blog post.
Read MoreSOUTH AMERICA: Ten Years of Freedom of Movement
May 6, 2019
In place now 10 years, MERCOSUR Residence Agreement is foundation for Freedom of Movement in South America. Look at impacts & opportunities for business.
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