Visa Extension for Certain Tourists to Thailand
The Thai Cabinet has resolved to extend the visa-free period for Indian and Taiwanese tourists. Effective Period: The extension is effective from May 11 to November 11, 2024,
Read More »The EU Council Temporarily Suspends Certain Visa Provisions for Ethiopian Nationals
On April 29, 2024, the EU Council temporarily suspended certain elements of the EU law that regulates the issuing of visas to Ethiopian nationals. In particular, it will no
Read More »Australia Pacific Engagement Visa Opens June 3
The Pacific Engagement Visa is a new permanent resident visa for participating countries across the Pacific and Timor-Leste which will deepen connections between Australia
Read More »Egyptian Government Reminds Foreign Nationals to Renew and Legalize Status Before June 30
The government of Egypt called on all foreign nationals currently residing in Egypt to refer to the General Administration of Passports, Immigration and Nationality to
Read More »US Dept. of State Announce Japanese Language and Culture Specialists can Stay for up to Three Years
Under a new Memorandum of Cooperation with Japan, the US Department of State (DOS) has extended the permitted duration of stay under the J-1 visa classification for Japanese
Read More »UK Government Extends Seasonal Worker Visa Route for 5 Years
The UK government has announced that it will extend the seasonal worker visa route for five years until 2029, “to give businesses time to plan effectively… to invest in
Read More »New Zealand Updates Guidance on Employer Accreditation Renewals
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has provided updated guidance to support employers and their advisers with renewing their accreditation. The guidance covers: Who should renew
Read More »Netherlands Issues Residence Guidance for Ukrainian Nationals
The Netherlands Immigration and Naturalization Authority (IND) has announced that from May 6, 2024, third-country nationals with a temporary residence permit in Ukraine can
Read More »Japan Issues Visa Exemption for Panama
Effective April 1, 2024, Japan has implemented visa-free entry for nationals of Panama. Panamanian nationals holding valid, ordinary passports may enter Japan without
Read More »Italy Digital Nomad Visa Application Details
The Consulate General of Italy in London has published the list of documents which must be submitted in support of an application for the new digital nomad and remote worker
Read More »New Measures to Facilitate Movement Between Mainland China, Macau, and Hong Kong
Effective May 6, 2024, the National Immigration Administration (NIA) has announced the implementation of six new measures and policies to facilitate the movement of citizens
Read More »China Extends Visa Exemption for 12 Countries
The spokesperson of the Chinese Foreign Ministry has announced that it has decided to extend the visa-free policy for short-term visits to China for nationals of 12 countries
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