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THAILAND – Temporary Visa-Waivers Announced
June 6, 2024
Thailand has extended visa-waivers to citizens of India and Taiwan on a temporary basis. Beginning on 10 November, passport holders from both India and Taiwan can now stay in Thailand for tourism purposes for up to 30 days without obtaining a visa.
Read MoreTHAILAND – Upcoming Changes to the Visa and Travel System
June 4, 2024
New visa and travel measures aimed at boosting tourism and stimulating Thailand’s economy were recently approved.
Read MoreVIETNAM – Semi-Annual Foreign Utilization Reporting Due in July
May 31, 2024
Employers in Vietnam who have foreign employees holding valid or current work permits are required to complete a semi-annual report regarding the utilization of foreign manpower by July 5, 2024.
Read MoreAUSTRALIA – Upcoming Changes to Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold Effective July 1, 2024
May 29, 2024
In Australia, new minimum salary requirements have been announced for the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – Changes to the EU Settlement Scheme
May 28, 2024
The UK Home Office published a Statement of Changes to the EU Settlement Scheme. Learn more in this update.
Read MoreSWEDEN – Simplified Passport Checks
May 22, 2024
The Swedish Migration Agency has introduced a pilot scheme to allow nationals from 23 countries to complete the passport verification requirement using an application on their mobile phone or computer instead of attending in person.
Read MoreCOMPLIANCE CORNER – Increased Inspections in Indonesia
May 20, 2024
There has been an increase in onsite immigration inspections in Indonesia. Foreign nationals have faced questioning over addresses provided.
Read MoreAUSTRALIA – Impact of the 2024-2025 Federal Budget on Migration Policy
May 20, 2024
On May 14, 2024, the Australian government handed down the 2024-2025 Federal Budget. In this update, we outline the key points from the Budget affecting Australia’s immigration policies.
Read MoreCHINA – New visa-waiver scheme
May 8, 2024
China is granting a visa-waiver to citizens of 12 countries, allowing them to visit China for periods up to 15 days for business, tourism, family visit, and transit purposes.
Read MoreIntroducing CIBT Assure: Your pathway to complete A1 compliance for all your employees
May 4, 2024
CIBT Assure is a new platform that ensures seamless A1 compliance with ease and precision.
Read MoreMALAYSIA – New Requirement for MDEC-Registered Employers
April 23, 2024
From April 24, 2024, all new and renewal applications for the Employment Pass (EP) are required to be made through the Xpats Gateway system.
Read MoreJAPAN – Digital Nomad Visa Launched
April 18, 2024
Digital Nomad visa allows foreign nationals to live and work remotely in Japan for up to 6 months in a 12-month period.
Read MoreINDONESIA – Introduction of Remote Worker Visa
April 17, 2024
Indonesia has introduced a Remote Worker Visa, allowing foreign nationals to live and work remotely in Indonesia for up to one year.
Read MorePERU – Visa Exemption Reinstated for Mexican Passport Holders
April 17, 2024
Peruvian authorities have revoked the planned suspension of a visa exemption for Mexican ordinary passport holders.
Read MoreITALY – Update on New EU Blue Card Application Rules
April 16, 2024
On March 29, 2024, the Italian Government announced changes to the EU Blue Card scheme.
Read MoreNEW ZEALAND – Changes Introduced to Accredited Employer Work Visa
April 16, 2024
Changes to the AEWV took effect from April 7, 2024, specifically for positions categorized at Skill Levels 4 and 5.
Read MoreIRELAND – Update on Eligibility for Stamp 4 Permission Upgrade
April 15, 2024
Non-EEA nationals who have been employed in Ireland on a Critical Skills Employment Permit can now apply for a Stamp 4 immigration permission “upgrade”.
Read MoreSOUTH AFRICA – Recent Amendments to Immigration Regulations Withdrawn
April 15, 2024
The Department of Home Affairs of South Africa has reversed a set of proposed amendments that were introduced without public consultation.
Read MorePERU – Suspension of Visa Exemption for Mexican Ordinary Passport Holders
April 11, 2024
Peru is suspending visa the exemption for Mexican ordinary passport holders for tourist and business visits.
Read MoreCOMPLIANCE CORNER – New Zealand introduces new penalty scheme
April 11, 2024
Immigration New Zealand has introduced a new scheme to combat breaches of low-level immigration compliance.
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