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FRANCE: Changes to Rules for Posted Workers
October 1, 2018
On 5 September 2018, Law No. 2018-771 on “freedom to choose one’s professional future” was signed by the French president, codifying several important changes to the rules for workers posted to France.
Read MoreFRANCE: Government Proposes New Immigration Bill
March 14, 2018
The French Government has introduced a new bill which proposes significant changes to France’s immigration rules. What is proposed? Below are the key changes which may be of interest to employers: Pre-approval for employers A proposed new pre-approval process for sponsoring companies would unlock streamlined work authorization process, with faster processing times and fewer required […]
Read MoreFRANCE: Tech Visa Route for Startups
July 7, 2017
France has begun publicising a simplified, fast-track Tech Visa process for startup founders, employees and investors. The route enables qualifying tech talent to obtain a “Passeport Talent” residence permit for four years (renewable) for themselves and their immediate family, without requiring a separate work permit. The “Passeport Talent” scheme was launched in 2016 for ten categories of […]
Read MoreFRANCE: New Requirement and Fee for Prior Detachment Declarations
May 17, 2017
Effective 1st July 2017, foreign employers transferring employees to France on assignment, under detachment status (i.e. remaining on home payroll), regardless of their nationality, will be required to indicate the country where the employee will be covered for social security. In addition, a decree (No. 2017-751) of 3rd May 2017 has fixed the administrative fee […]
Read MoreFRANCE: Decree Approved to Implement New Immigration Law on Foreign Workers
November 3, 2016
The French government has just published the first Decree that will implement the Law on Foreign Workers of 7th March 2016. The Decree came into effect on 1st November 2016 and applies mainly to two immigration categories and one work…
Read MoreFRANCE: Minimum Salary Increases for EU Blue Card
July 15, 2016
France has recently announced that the minimum salary requirement for EU Blue Card holders has increased to €53,836 gross per year from €53,331. The increase was brought in on the 20th June 2016, when the French Ministry of the Interior published…
Read MoreFRANCE: November 2016 Changes for Work and Residence Permits
April 28, 2016
Amendments to French work and residence permits are expected to be announced by the immigration authorities in France which is likely to affect foreign nationals, dependents and some employers. Details of the law changes should be confirmed in November 2016.…
Read MoreCHINA – Current Entry Conditions
February 24, 2023
China has been in the process of reopening to foreign visitors in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. China lifted its quarantine-upon-arrival requirement and has begun issuing certain types of visas to foreign visitors.
Read MoreCHINA: Restrictions on Travelers from Japan, South Korea
January 12, 2023
Due to concern over rising COVID rates in China, the government of South Korea stopped issuing tourist visas to Chinese citizens. In return, Chinese consular posts in Japan and South Korea have suspended issuing Chinese visas of various kinds to Japanese and South Korean citizens.
Read MoreSWITZERLAND: Modification to Issuance of C Permits
October 4, 2022
Further to a recent judgment from the Swiss Federal Court, the Swiss authorities have modified their practice regarding issuance of permanent residence permits (C permits).
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