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JAPAN: “Residence Card” Strictly Mandatory Instead of the “Alien Registration Card”
June 4, 2015
In July 2012, the Japanese government repealed The Alien Registration Act, abolishing the alien registration system and replacing Alien Registration Cards with Residence Cards embedded with an IC chip. The Japanese government allowed a 3-year transitional period, which is coming…
Read MoreNETHERLANDS: Court rules that Japanese nationals no longer require any work authorisation
February 16, 2015
On 24 December 2014, the Dutch High Administrative Court in the Netherlands has ruled in an appeal judgement that Japanese nationals are allowed to legally perform "paid employment" in the Netherlands without the need to secure Dutch work authorisation. This…
Read MoreJapan: New Residency Management System
February 9, 2012
From Monday July 9 2012, a new residency management system will be in place which will apply to many foreign nationals living in Japan. What Should I Know About the New System? The current alien registration card (ARC) system will…
Read MoreCZECH REPUBLIC – Taiwanese passport holders now benefit from work permit exemption.
March 14, 2025
The Czech Republic has expanded the list of work permit-exempt nationalities to include nationals of Taiwan, China.
Read MorePANAMA: Changes are introduced for non-visa waiver nationals.
November 13, 2024
Non-visa wavier nationals seeking admission to Panama without a consular visa are now required to meet fewer requirements.
Read MoreEUROPEAN UNION – Reminder of upcoming European Travel and Immigration Authorisation System (ETIAS)
September 9, 2024
ETIAS is a pre-travel authorisation to enter one of the ETIAS countries for a short stay. It is understood that implementation should be in the first half of 2025.
Read MoreCZECH REPUBLIC – Facilitated access to the labour market for foreign workers.
August 6, 2024
The Czech Republic implemented two key changes under the Employment Act, introducing several changes affecting foreign workers.
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 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 MoreThe Expat Relocation Guide to São Paulo
January 3, 2024
This expat guide to São Paulo covers everything you'll need to know before setting up your new life in one of Brazil's most exciting cities.
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