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QATAR: Electronic Travel Authorisation for Holders of Certain Visas and Resident Permits
September 21, 2017
Effective 27th September 2017, Qatar will introduce a single-entry electronic travel authorisation, valid for 30 days and renewable once, for holders of valid visas or residence permits from the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the Schengen countries or the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). How does it work? Nationals of eligible countries can apply online with […]
Read MoreQATAR: 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 14th August 2017
August 14, 2017
In this week’s edition, we announce changes to the New Zealand essential skills work visas which will affect visa duration and dependent privileges, and that stricter Saudization targets have been introduced in Saudi Arabia. We also bring you the latest immigration news from Czech Republic, Canada and Greece.
Read MoreDENMARK: Stricter Document Requirements for Local Registration
June 27, 2017
The Danish registration authorities have recently started to require marriage and birth certificates originating in non-European Union countries, submitted in support of local registration procedures, to be apostilled (or legalized). Previously, requirements for apostille or legalization of documents varied from municipality to municipality. Who is Affected? An assignee who is married but is not accompanied […]
Read MoreARGENTINA: Visa-Free Business Travel Introduced for 35 Countries
June 2, 2017
Argentina has issued a resolution which allows visa-free business travel for nationals that are part of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). This means they will not need to apply for a business visa if their stay is for a duration of up to 90 days. Please note that normal business activities are […]
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Update – Tuesday 2nd May 2017
May 2, 2017
In this week’s edition, we report on upcoming changes to the Skilled Migrant Category in New Zealand, provide clarification regarding Israel’s short-term employment authorisation, and advise of stricter criteria for citizenship in Australia. We also bring you the latest immigration news from Canada, Ukraine and Colombia.
Read MoreGlobal Immigration Update – Monday 3rd April 2017
April 3, 2017
In this week’s edition we advise that non-compliant employers in New Zealand are to be temporarily prevented from hiring migrant labour, and we clarify that for-profit activities are not allowed on the South Korean business visa or visa waiver. We also bring you the latest immigration news from Nigeria, Luxembourg and Norway.
Read MoreVIETNAM: Work Permit Exemptions and 30-Day e-Visa
March 3, 2017
Work Permit Exemptions for Intra-Company Transfers From 1st February 2017, new rules have been implemented relating to intra-company transfers to Vietnam. Specifically, Operating Offices (“Văn phòng điều hành”) operating in one of the 11 sectors specified by Vietnam’s World Trade Organisation (WTO) commitments are now eligible to apply for a work permit exemption (WPE) instead […]
Read MoreGoing Global: 12 Best Countries to Expand Your Business Internationally
January 26, 2017
On December 21, Forbes magazine published its annual “Best Countries for Business” list for 2017, ranking the “business friendliness” of 139 countries based on 11 factors covering the legal and economic aspects impacting business. As Newland Chase prepares for the new year ahead, we reviewed this year’s list with interest and were encouraged to find […]
Read MoreKAZAKHSTAN: 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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