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Immigration Controls in a Pandemic: Border Control Approaches Compared

September 22, 2020

An in-depth study of how different countries have adapted to incoming international arrivals in the COVID-19 era. Authored by Irene Gallagher of Newland Chase Australia.

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CHINA: Certain Nationals Holding Valid Residence Permits May be Able to Obtain a Visa Without a Letter of Invitation

August 11, 2020

The Chinese authorities have confirmed that holders of valid residence permits, including for work or family reunion, who are nationals of certain countries, are now able to apply for a visa at a Chinese embassy or consulate in these countries without a letter of invitation (LOI or “PU Letter”).

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European Commission Roadmap to Return to Freedom of Movement in the EU

May 18, 2020

On 13 May 2020 the European Commission published its guidelines and recommendations on how to safely resume travel and reboot Europe’s tourism in 2020 and beyond.

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UNITED STATES: Entry Ban Extended to Schengen States, UK and Ireland

March 12, 2020

US President Donald Trump has announced the suspension of entry for travelers of any nationality who have been in the Schengen area in the previous 14 days.

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SOUTH KOREA: New Process for Visa Issuance

February 18, 2020

Effective 24 February 2020, Korean consulates will begin to phase out the stamping of visas into passports.

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SWITZERLAND: Stricter Language Requirements Now in Force

January 9, 2020

Effective 1 January 2020, existing language requirements in Switzerland must be evidenced using recognized language diplomas/certificates, from accredited institutions.

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BREXIT: No-Deal Brexit Measures for UK Nationals in the EU [UPDATED 9 Oct 2019]

October 9, 2019

If the United Kingdom leaves the European Union without a ratified Withdrawal Agreement (“no-deal Brexit”), then UK nationals will become third-country (non-EU) nationals immediately.

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TAIWAN: Dependent Status Can Now Be Granted to Same-Sex Spouses

June 4, 2019

Qualifying same-sex spouses are now eligible to apply for an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC).

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PANAMA: Changes to Friendly Nations Work Permit

May 13, 2019

Effective 24 Apr 2019, the Ministry of Labour has introduced some changes to the work permit for nationals of so-called ‘friendly nations’ (paises amigos).

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Global Immigration 101: Schengen Visas

January 18, 2019

Useful guide to Schengen Visas for business travelers to Europe. Included is a latest status update on the recent European Union proposals for improvement of the common Schengen Visa system.

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