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Global Immigration Update – Monday 20th March 2017

March 20, 2017

This week we advise that the latest US travel ban has been blocked again, and we provide the key April 2017 UK immigration changes. We also bring you the latest immigration news from Spain, Brazil, Bolivia and Hong Kong.

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Global Immigration Update – Monday 6th March 2017

March 6, 2017

In this week’s edition, we look at the new Vietnamese work permit exemptions and 30-Day e-Visa, and advise of the increase in the Belgian residence administration fee. We also bring you the latest immigration news from South Korea, Morocco and Spain.

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LUXEMBOURG: New Bills Passed Implementing Permit Changes

February 24, 2017

Earlier this month, Luxembourg’s parliament passed two new bills amending the rules regarding citizenship and introducing five new work and resident permit categories. Of the five new categories, one has been introduced following the implementation of the European Union (EU) Intra-Company Transfer Directive. Luxembourg is the seventh country to include the directive in its laws, […]

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AZERBAIJAN: 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 […]

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KAZAKHSTAN: 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,…

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Brexit: How Will This Affect UK Nationals Living in the EU?

December 23, 2016

At this stage it is impossible to predict how the rights of UK nationals living in remaining EU states will be affected, as UK policy towards EU nationals and the terms of the UK’s Withdrawal Agreement – once agreed – will impact EU immigration policy towards UK nationals.

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Investment Visa Options: Spanish Entrepreneur’s Act

December 22, 2016

In 2013 the Spanish government enacted a law which, amongst other things, drastically altered the Spanish immigration system. The Spanish Entrepreneur’s Act was one of the measures designed to assist with the recovery of the economy. As a consequence, apart from accelerating the immigration routes for highly-qualified professionals and researchers, it introduced several types of residence permits through investment options.

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UK: 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…

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Investment Visa Options: Spanish Entrepreneur’s Act

October 19, 2016

In 2013 the Spanish government enacted a law which, amongst other things, drastically altered the Spanish immigration system. The Spanish Entrepreneur's Act was one of the measures designed to assist with the recovery of the economy. As a consequence, apart from...

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AUSTRALIA: Tax Delayed on Australian Working Holiday 417 and 462 Visa

September 21, 2016

As part of the 2015 National Budget, the Australian Federal Government proposed to tax the earnings of Australian Working Holiday Visa holders at a much higher rate than Australian nationals. The delayed tax proposal, scheduled to come into operation on…

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