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SCHENGEN ZONE: Schengen Visa Waiver for Georgian Nationals
March 24, 2017
On 2nd February 2017 Georgian nationals were granted a visa exemption to travel to the European Union’s Schengen Area. This new law, passed by the European Parliament, allows Georgians to enter the EU for short stays without a visa. The visa exemption will therefore apply to 22 EU member states and 4 non-member countries including Iceland, […]
Read MoreAZERBAIJAN: New Online Visa System Imminent
February 3, 2017
From January 2017, the State Agency on Public Services and Social Innovations (ASAN Centres) will begin to process electronic visitor visas through the new “ASAN Viza” system. How does the ASAN Viza system work? The e-visa will be issued for a period of stay of 30 days. Foreign nationals can apply for a new e-visa […]
Read MoreGoing Global: 12 Best Countries to Expand Your Business Internationally
January 26, 2017
On December 21, Forbes magazine published its annual “Best Countries for Business” list for 2017, ranking the “business friendliness” of 139 countries based on 11 factors covering the legal and economic aspects impacting business. As Newland Chase prepares for the new year ahead, we reviewed this year’s list with interest and were encouraged to find […]
Read MoreITALY: New Rules for Intra-Company Permits in Force
January 20, 2017
With the publication of Legislative Decree 253/2916, with effect from 11th January 2017 and amending the Consolidated Act on Immigration (Legislative Decree 286/1998), Italy has finally implemented Directive 2014/66/EC of 15th May 2014 on the conditions of entry and residence of third-country nationals in…
Read MoreBrexit Update: A Summary of Theresa May’s Speech
January 18, 2017
Yesterday, the UK Prime Minister changed the landscape of Europe, clarifying her commitment to limit the free movement of European citizens to the UK. Theresa May said she wanted continued cooperation with the EU to tackle terrorism and international crime,…
Read MoreKAZAKHSTAN: Changes to Work Permits and Visa Waiver Program
January 11, 2017
Upcoming Changes to the Work Permit Regime From 1st January 2017, new rules for the issuance of work permits for Kazakhstan include the removal of the current labour market test for locally-hired applicants and the introduction of a state fee,…
Read MoreEMEA: 2016 Round-up
January 5, 2017
2016 saw big changes across the EMEA region, with the new Posted Workers and ICT Directive. Other big news across the region was that the UK voted to leave the EU and countries across the Middle East implemented stricter regulations…
Read MoreBAHRAIN: New Visas and Changes Announced
December 14, 2016
As part of the fourth phase of its new visa policy, Bahrain has announced the introduction of two new visas; a single entry visa and a one-year multiple re-entry visa. These new visas are available to nationals of 114…
Read MoreUK: Potential Deal for EU Expats to Continue Living in the UK
December 14, 2016
Many Europeans are set to be granted the right to carry on living in the UK post-Brexit, as it has been reported that most EU countries are likely to ensure "reciprocal rights" with the UK. Senior UK government figures have…
Read MoreNEW ZEALAND: Significant Changes to Residence Programme
November 3, 2016
In a bid to kerb the record-high net immigration, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has introduced stricter standards for residence applications of migrants. The New Zealand Residence Programme is the route through which residence applications for skilled workers, investors, entrepreneurs and…
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