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QATAR: Visa-Free Entry Introduced for 80 Nationalities
August 16, 2017
On 9th August 2017 Qatar announced that, effective immediately, nationals of 80 countries can enter the country visa-free for stays of up to 30 days or 90 days. Who Qualifies? The 34 countries whose nationals can obtain a multiple-entry visa on arrival for stays of up to 90 days, valid for 180 days from the […]
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Update – Monday 10th July 2017
July 10, 2017
In this week’s edition, we advise that changes to the Australian employer sponsored temporary and permanent visa programmes came into effect on 1st July 2017, and a new work permit waiver has been introduced to promote international trade to the Netherlands. We also bring you the latest immigration news from France, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
Read MoreQATAR: Several Middle Eastern Countries Sever Diplomatic Ties
June 5, 2017
Six Middle Eastern countries, including three Gulf Corporation Council (GCC) Member States, have severed their diplomatic ties with Qatar with immediate effect, citing Qatar’s alleged promotion of extremism and terrorism and a need to ‘preserve (their) national security’. The following countries have announced their withdrawal from diplomatic relations with Qatar: Saudi Arabia The United Arab […]
Read MoreUS & UK: Electronic Devices Banned on Flights
March 21, 2017
It has been announced this week that both the US and UK have banned electronic devices from being brought onto flights in hand-luggage. The bans which affect electronic devices such as laptops, tablets (including Kindles), cameras, DVD players, and electronic games consoles larger than 16cm long, 9.3cm wide or 1.5cm deep which will now only […]
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 MoreIRELAND: Short-Stay Visa Waiver Extended
November 2, 2016
The Republic of Ireland"s Short-Stay Visa Waiver programme, which was introduced in 2011 and was due to expire on 31st October of this year, has been extended for a further five years to 31st October 2021. The Short-Stay visa Waiver…
Read MoreSAUDI ARABIA: Expats Could be Charged Income Tax
August 3, 2016
As part of Saudi Arabia"s National Transformation Plan, it has been proposed that the country begin to charge income tax on the wages of foreign nationals. The tax-free status of Saudi Arabia and its neighbouring Gulf states has attracted millions…
Read MoreUK: Statement of Changes to Immigration Policy
March 17, 2016
On the 11th March 2016, the Home Office presented Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules, which are due to take effect from 6th April 2016. The statement is a comprehensive outline of detailed, technical changes to specific areas of…
Read MoreINDONESIA: Government Expands Visa-Free Nations
July 30, 2015
In an effort to boost the numbers of tourists visiting Indonesia, the Indonesian Government, encouraged by Tourism Minister Arief Yahyah, have taken the drastic steps of expanding the number of Visa-Free countries from 15 to 45. Although those wishing to…
Read MoreUK Electronic Visa Waiver launches for nationals from Oman, Qatar and UAE
December 19, 2013
1st January 2014 marks another important change to the UK immigration visa process for visitor with the introduction of the electronic visa waiver (EVW) for nationals from Oman, Qatar and UAE. According to the Home Secretary, Theresa May, visitors from…
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