Immigration Insights

PHILIPPINES: 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.

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SINGAPORE: 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.

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ISRAEL 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.

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Global 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.

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SOUTH 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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DENMARK: Amended Rules for Certain Foreign Workers

May 3, 2019

Effective 1 June 2019, the Danish government has announced some minor changes to the immigration rules.

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Is it Legal? Digital Nomads and Immigration (Part 2)

April 30, 2019

One of the more interesting developments to come out of the ongoing paradigm shift in the world of work brought by technology has been the rise of the “digital nomad”. The idea is often depicted in mainstream media as the long sought-after “holy grail” of work-life balance – the elusive marriage of the two seemingly incompatible partners of productive work and ultimate freedom. But what happens when the reality of immigration laws meets the hype?

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Global Immigration Weekly Roundup – 29 April 2019

April 29, 2019

The latest global immigration news and Brexit updates in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase, with news from Canada and Argentina.

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UNITED STATES: New Policy for L-1 Readmissions at Canadian Border

April 29, 2019

US Customs and Border Protection are refusing to process petitions presented by Canadian nationals, for readmission in L-1 status under NAFTA.

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CHILE: Recent Immigration Changes

April 29, 2019

The immigration authorities in Chile have recently implemented several measures.

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ARGENTINA: Restrictions on Company Registration Deadline Extension Requests

April 24, 2019

The National Registry of Sponsoring Entities will not accept deadline extension requests from Limited Liability Companies, branch offices or foundations.

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UK Nationals in the EU – Brexit Strategy Planning

April 24, 2019

The European Council and the UK have agreed to a new, flexible extension of the Article 50 period, leaving several possible Brexit outcomes.

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CANADA: Processing Delays and New Wage Thresholds for Labour Market Impact Assessments

April 24, 2019

Warnings from Employment and Social Development Canada that processing times for LMIA applications have increased.

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Global Immigration Weekly Roundup – 23 April 2019

April 23, 2019

The latest global immigration news and Brexit updates in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase, with news from Australia, Malaysia, US and Slovakia.

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Is It Legal? Digital Nomads and Immigration

April 22, 2019

As technology continues to transform the way we work – laws and company policies struggle to keep up. One such case is that of the “digital nomad”. What happens when the reality of immigration laws meets the hype?   (Part 1 of a 2 part series) By Kent O’Neil One of the more interesting developments to […]

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Is It Legal? Digital Nomads and Immigration

April 22, 2019

The idea of "digital nomads" is touted as the dream of combining remote working with international travel. But is it legal under visa and immigration law?

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MALAYSIA: MYXpats Centre Updates Systems and Fees

April 18, 2019

From 1 June 2019, the MYXpats Centre of the ESD of the Immigration Dept of Malaysia has announced new features and charges for several applications.

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BREXIT: UK and Switzerland Reach Agreement on No-Deal Labour Market Access

April 18, 2019

At a meeting on 17 Apr 2019, the Swiss Federal Council approved a temporary agreement with the UK on mutual labour market access in a no-deal scenario.

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SLOVAKIA: New Online Appointment Booking System Established by Foreign Police

April 18, 2019

Effective 17 April 2019, the Foreign Police has implemented a new online system for scheduling appointments for a particular date and time.

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UNITED STATES: USCIS Completes the H-1B Cap Random Selection Process for Fiscal Year 2020

April 16, 2019

USCIS Completes the H-1B Cap Random Selection Process for Fiscal Year 2020.

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