New Zealand | Partner Work Visa Changes Deferred to April 2023
The New Zealand Minister of Immigration announced the planned changes for the visa requirements for partners of temporary work visa holders have been deferred to April 2023.
Read More »Canada | Quebec Plans to Require French Language Proficiency
Erickson Immigration Group is following this story as it evolves. The Quebec Premier has issued a new immigration goal for the province: they should all speak French.
Read More »Spain | Digital Nomad Visa to Launch in January 2023
The government of Spain is proposing a new Startup Act, which will include a Digital Nomad visa for remote international workers. The Startup Act encourages the formation and
Read More »UAE | Residency Visa Expiration Grace Period Varies by Type
Expatriates in the UAE with a canceled residency visa will have a grace period of 60 to 180 days, depending on the visa category. 180 days Golden Visa holders and their
Read More »Turkey / Netherlands | Visa Required to Transit through Amsterdam
From December 1, Turkish nationals who will transit through the Netherlands’ airports to a destination outside the EU or Schengen Area will need a Transit Schengen
Read More »Germany | Government Announces Expansive Immigration Changes
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz introduced his government’s plans to extend citizenship rights, ease the asylum process, and expand immigration benefits. Highlights
Read More »UAE Moves Residence Visa and ID Renewal Process Online
The UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) announced that applicants can renew their visa and Emirates ID online through the
Read More »UAE | UAE Golden Visas Simplified by Profession
The UAE has simplified the Golden Residence Scheme, varying eligibility based on the applicant’s profession. For Scientists: The candidate must have a Ph.D. or a
Read More »Switzerland & UK Extend Services Mobility Agreement through 2025
Switzerland and the UK have extended their Services Mobility Agreement until December 31, 2025. This agreement allows Swiss companies easy access to British service providers
Read More »Netherlands | Minimum Wage Requirements Increase in 2023
From January 2023, the minimum wage for Dutch employees will increase by 10.15%, plus an additional increase of 8.05% on top of the adjustment. As a result, the minimum
Read More »Slovakia | Temporary Refugee Status for Ukraine Extended to March 2023
The government of Slovakia has extended the temporary refugee status for Ukrainians until March 2023. The status was set to expire on December 31. Beneficiaries can review
Read More »Switzerland | Temporary Protection for Ukraine Extended to March 2024
The government of Switzerland announced it would extend the temporary protection directive for Ukrainian refugees until March 4, 2024. “The situation in Ukraine is not
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