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Switzerland imposes new immigration limits on EU states

April 26, 2013

This week, the Swiss government announced a twelve month cap on the number of nationals from European Union (EU) states who can obtain long term residence permits to live in Switzerland. The move has caused considerable controversy, since although Switzerland…

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Switzerland introduces controversial new quotas for Long Term 2004 EU8 Nationals

May 24, 2012

Background Having voted against EEA membership in a referendum in 1992 and against EU membership in 2001, Switzerland has since maintained its relationships with the European Union through an extensive series of bilateral agreements. These agreements apply to freedom of…

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LITHUANIA – Immigration changes for 2025.

January 20, 2025

Lithuania made several changes to immigration rules and practices, which took effect at the beginning of 2025.

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EUROPEAN UNION – Reminder of Upcoming Entry-Exit System (EES)

October 21, 2024

Changes to travelling in Europe are due to take place in 2024 and 2025 with the introduction of the Entry-Exit System (EES)

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EUROPEAN 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. 

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Introducing CIBT Assure: Your pathway to complete A1 compliance for all your employees

May 9, 2024

CIBT Assure is a new platform that ensures seamless A1 compliance with ease and precision.

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CHINA – New visa-waiver scheme

May 8, 2024

China is granting a visa-waiver to citizens of 12 countries, allowing them to visit China for periods up to 15 days for business, tourism, family visit, and transit purposes.

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Introducing CIBT Assure: Your pathway to complete A1 compliance for all your employees

May 4, 2024

CIBT Assure is a new platform that ensures seamless A1 compliance with ease and precision.

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JAPAN – Digital Nomad Visa Launched   

April 18, 2024

Digital Nomad visa allows foreign nationals to live and work remotely in Japan for up to 6 months in a 12-month period.

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PERU – 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.

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