Details of Japan’s New Nomad Visa
Japan’s new Nomad Visa, is in effect from March 29, 2024. The visa is valid for 6 months and non-renewable. Eligibility To be eligible to participate in the new visa
Read More »USCIS Announces Temporary Final Rule Automatically Extending Certain EADs Pending Renewal
USCIS announced a temporary final rule (TFR) that amends existing Department of Homeland Security regulations to provide that the automatic extension period applicable to
Read More »USCIS Updates Policy Manual Extending the Validity of Form I-693 Indefinitely
On April 4, 2024, USCIS issued policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual stating that immigration medical examinations properly completed and signed by a civil surgeon on or
Read More »New Obstacles for F-1 Visa Athletes
Could the rights of college athletes to monetize their personal brand, which consists of their name, image, and likeness potentially upend the F-1 visa class? Host Lauren
Read More »Japan Issues eVisas for Indian Tourists
Indian nationals visiting Japan for tourism will no longer need to obtain a physical visa sticker on their passport from April 1. Through the Japanese eVisa program,
Read More »Spain Increases Minimum Salary Requirement
The government of Spain has set the new minimum wage or salary requirement from January 1, 2024 applicable to permanent and temporary workers and domestic employees. This
Read More »Germany’s Dual Citizenship Law Takes Effect June 2024
The German law to modernize nationality law (StARModG), and allow dual citizenship, was announced in the Federal Law Gazette and will come into force on June 26, 2024. Key
Read More »UKVI launches Super Priority Visa (SPV) service in Jakarta
The UK Visa & Immigration services (UKVI) is offering a Super Priority Visa (SPV) to customers in Jakarta, Indonesia. The SPV is an optional, paid service that customers
Read More »Taiwan Immigration Changes from March 2024
Several changes to Taiwan’s immigration rules were implemented effective March 1, 2024. These include the following: A foreign national who is permitted to stay in
Read More »FY2025 H-1B Initial Electronic Registration Selection Process Completed
On April 1, 2024, USCIS announced it has received enough electronic registrations for unique beneficiaries during the initial registration period to reach the fiscal year
Read More »Israel Increases Minimum Salary Requirements
From April 1, 2024, Israel is increasing its minimum wage by 5.24%; the updated minimum wage for a full-time job will be ILS 5,880.02, compared to ILS 5,571.75 prior to the
Read More »Eid Al Fitr Holidays May Cause Service Delays
There will be government closures in observance of Eid Al Fitr holidays in countries around the world. Employers, employees, and travelers should anticipate extended
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