UK Earned Settlement Rules: What the Government Revealed
On November 2, 2026, the Home Secretary made a statement in the House of Commons concerning the government’s proposed “earned settlement” rules. The government also
Read More »New Zealand Green List Changes From March 8, 2027
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced changes to the Green List following the introduction of new Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) pathways. From March 8, 2027, 17
Read More »Mexico Adds Six Immigration Services to Online Booking
On November 1, 2026, the National Immigration Institute (INM) published (on social media) an updated list of immigration services that can be booked via its appointment
Read More »Ireland Extends Short-Stay Visa Waiver Program to December 31
The Department of Justice has extended the Short-stay Visa Waiver Program until December 31, 2026. Previously, it was due to end on October 31, 2026. The program allows
Read More »Hong Kong Expands Arbitration Visitor Facilitation Scheme
Effective November 3, 2026, the government will expand the Immigration Facilitation Scheme for Persons Participating in Arbitral Proceedings in Hong Kong. The scheme, which
Read More »EU Social Security Coordination Rules Enter into Force
On November 1, 2026, the regulation revising the EU rules on the coordination of national social security systems entered into force. This Regulation followed
Read More »Cyprus Launches Online Payment for Migration Fees
On November 2, 2026, the Deputy Ministry of Migration and International Protection and the Migration Department announced a new online service for the payment of fees
Read More »Bahrain Health Insurance Program for Residents Now in Effect
The Chairman of the Supreme Council of Health (SCH) has announced that the National Health Insurance Program for Residents came into effect on October 31, 2026. Employers
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