Japan’s Revised Asylum Law Goes Into Effect
A new Japanese law will permit the government to deport asylum seekers who have applied for refugee status three or more times without providing supporting grounds for
Read More »Portugal Announces New Immigration Restrictions
On May 3, 2024, Portugal’s Council of Ministers approved an Action Plan for Migration which removes the “Expressions of Interest” procedure which allowed foreign
Read More »Thailand Approves Visa Facilitation Measures
The Thai government has approved a number of visa and travel facilitation measures aimed at stimulating Thailand’s economy and promoting tourism. The measures are divided
Read More »US Introduces Visa Appointment System for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan
The U.S. embassies in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan have announced the launch of a new visa appointment booking service, effective June 10, 2024. All visa applicants
Read More »Denmark Amends Rules for Residence Permits in Healthcare Sector
On June 4, 2024, the Danish parliament passed a bill based on recommendations from the task force on foreign labour in the healthcare sector. The changes, which come into
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