UAE Expands Golden Visa Eligibility
The United Arab Emirates has expanded the eligibility categories for the Golden Visa program. On May 12, 2025, the UAE announced a 10-year Golden Visa for nurses who have
Read More »EU Commission Announces Shared Biometric Matching Service
The European Commission has announced the launch of the shared biometric matching service (sBMS) from May 19, 2025. The matching service features a powerful search engine
Read More »Japan to Facilitate Deportations for “Undocumented” Foreigners
The Japanese government will review applications for refugee status, screening out those that do not clearly meet the definition of refugee under the U.N. Convention of the
Read More »Visa-Free Entry for Hong Kong Passport Holders visiting Qatar, UAE and Oman
The Hong Kong government has announced that it has received notifications from the Consulate General of Qatar in Hong Kong, the Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates
Read More »Finland Amedments to Family Reunification Provisions Forthcoming
The Finnish parliament has approved a set of amendments to the Aliens Act that will enter into force on June 16, 2025. The amendments tighten the requirements that must be
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