Immigration Insights

March 28, 2024

The Qatari authorities have introduced a new process to attest work contracts, requiring the applicant to register on the National Authentication System.

March 21, 2024

Several amendments to immigration regulations have been proposed. The proposals are subject to public commentary until March 29, 2024.

March 19, 2024

Foreign nationals applying for a new work pass or renewal of work pass will no longer be mandated to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

March 15, 2024

Ireland's Stamp 0 permission offers retirees looking to emigrate a simple path to residency in the country.

March 14, 2024

Do you have an Irish born grandparent? If so, you may be entitled to apply for Irish citizenship by having your birth registered on what is termed, the Foreign Birth Register.

March 12, 2024

Nigeria has temporarily suspended implementation of the Expatriate Employment Levy (EEL). The EEL will assess an annual fee to companies for each of their foreign employees, in an effort to reduce domestic unemployment rates.

March 11, 2024

The United Kingdom is considering changes affecting their Skilled Worker immigration category, including salary and sector changes.

March 11, 2024

China has added two additional countries - Singapore and Thailand - to their list of visa-waiver locations.

March 11, 2024

Beginning on 1 January 2025, Singapore will increase the qualifying salary for new employment pass (EP) applications.

March 4, 2024

Starting February 29, 2024, Mexican citizens with a valid US non-immigrant visa or previous Canadian visa can apply for an electronic travel authorization (eTA) when traveling by air on a Mexican passport.

February 27, 2024

UAE has introduced initiatives to increase Emiratization in private companies with an aim to have 75,000 Emirati citizens working in the private sector over the next five years

February 27, 2024

The Saudi authorities have announced continued plans to increase Saudization in companies operating in Saudi Arabia

February 20, 2024

Starting February 15, 2024, students who have graduated from a master’s degree program, even if it is less than two years, are eligible for a three-year PGWP if they meet all other eligibility criteria.

February 20, 2024

As a preventive measure to mitigate the spread of Ebola, the Philippine authorities have been requiring certain nationals to provide a medical clearance as part of their visa application process. With effect from February 1, 2024, the authorities will suspend the medical clearance requirement for nationals of 53 countries. The memorandum issued by the authorities […]

February 16, 2024

Travelers to Germany should be aware that visa processing delays are likely to take place in advance of the tournament.

February 16, 2024

Preparations have already begun to process a massive number of visa and entry requirements ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

February 16, 2024

From April 6, 2024, the UK will no longer require employers to renew their sponsor license.

February 8, 2024

IRCC has clarified requirements that could affect a "digital nomad" who wishes to enter and reside in Canada.

February 6, 2024

The government of New Zealand has introduced updates to its Permanent Resident Visa and Working Holiday Visa schemes.

February 6, 2024

Free movement and open borders are concepts that are often misunderstood. Here we clear up the confusion around six common misconceptions.