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Immigration Insights
COMPLIANCE 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.
Read MoreSOUTH AFRICA – Immigration Legislative Changes
April 11, 2024
Some questions remain after amendments to South Africa's immigration law take effect.
Read MoreITALY – Implementation of Digital Nomad Visa
April 10, 2024
Following the introduction of the Italian Digital Nomad Visa in 2022, the Italian authorities have published a decree to implement the new visa.
Read MoreAUSTRALIA – New Skills in Demand Visa Category
April 4, 2024
The Australian government has launched a new Skills in Demand visa category, with three separate pathways for would-be workers.
Read MoreImmigo Brings New Tools to Immigration Case Management
April 3, 2024
Immigo, CIBT's flagship immigration case management platform, has been updated with new user-friendly features and new capabilities.
Read MoreQATAR – Employee registration on NAS
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.
Read MoreSOUTH AFRICA – Proposed Legislative Changes on Immigration
March 21, 2024
Several amendments to immigration regulations have been proposed. The proposals are subject to public commentary until March 29, 2024.
Read MoreSINGAPORE – Removal of COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
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.
Read MoreIRELAND – Ways to Retire to Ireland
March 15, 2024
Ireland's Stamp 0 permission offers retirees looking to emigrate a simple path to residency in the country.
Read MoreIRELAND – Citizenship by Descent – Irish Born Grandparent
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.
Read MoreNIGERIA – Expatriate Employment Levy Introduced
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.
Read MoreUNITED KINGDOM – Immigration Salary List Recommendations
March 11, 2024
The United Kingdom is considering changes affecting their Skilled Worker immigration category, including salary and sector changes.
Read MoreCHINA – Visa Free Agreement with Singapore and Thailand
March 11, 2024
China has added two additional countries - Singapore and Thailand - to their list of visa-waiver locations.
Read MoreSINGAPORE – Increase in Qualifying Salary for EP Applications
March 11, 2024
Beginning on 1 January 2025, Singapore will increase the qualifying salary for new employment pass (EP) applications.
Read MoreCANADA – Updated Travel Information for Mexican Citizens
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.
Read MoreUNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Emiratization ratio
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
Read MoreSAUDI ARABIA – Saudization Ratio for Engineers
February 27, 2024
The Saudi authorities have announced continued plans to increase Saudization in companies operating in Saudi Arabia
Read MoreCANADA – Update to Post-Graduation Work Permit Program
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.
Read MorePHILIPPINES – Suspension of Medical Clearance Requirement
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 […]
Read MoreGERMANY – 2024 UEFA European Championship: Visa Impacts and Considerations
February 16, 2024
Travelers to Germany should be aware that visa processing delays are likely to take place in advance of the tournament.
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