Russia | Changes to Expand the E-Visa Program Announced
Under a draft plan reportedly approved by President Vladimir Putin, Russia plans to expand its e-visa program starting on January 1, 2021. The list of countries whose
Read More »UK | New Immigration and Borders System
The Home Office published details on the new immigration and border system it will likely implement at the beginning of 2021. Some of the proposals include eliminating the
Read More »A Possible H-1B Cap in Response to Data Rules
In advance of U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s visit to New Delhi, there are reports of a possible cap on H-1B visas for nations that force foreign companies to
Read More »Philippines | Tax Identification Number (TIN) is Now Required for All Foreign Nationals Applying for a Work Permit
On May 31, 2019, the Philippines Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) released Memorandum Order No. 28-2019, which prescribes the policies and guidelines relevant to the
Read More »Immigration Nerds Talk About the Brexit Summer Calendar
In this week’s Immigration Nerds podcast, EIG legal writer Kahn T. Branch previews the summer of Brexit. We discuss Theresa May’s resignation and the election
Read More »Cuba | Trump Administration Restricts Travel
U.S. citizens hoping to travel to Cuba now face new restrictions for their plans. On Tuesday, the Trump Administration introduced a ban on what are referred to as
Read More »Taiwan | Same-Sex Dependents Status Approved
Taiwan has legalized same-sex marriage. This came after Taiwan’s constitutional court held that same-sex marriage should be legalized back in 2017. The court’s decision
Read More »United Kingdom | Migration Advisory Committee Recommends Broadening Shortage
UK’s Migrant Advisory Committee (MAC) has reviewed the Shortage Occupation List and has recommended broadening the list to include roles related to Software Development,
Read More »Unable to Reach #Brexit Consensus, PM Theresa May Resigns
On Friday, May 24, UK Prime Minister Theresa May announced her resignation saying: “I will shortly leave the job that it has been the honour of my life to hold. The
Read More »New Zealand | Essential Skills Shortage List Reviewed
Effective May 27, 2019, the Essential Skills in Demand (ESID) lists will be changed. A new Regional Skill Shortage List (RSSL) will be introduced to replace the current
Read More »Saudi Arabia | New Residency Scheme Approved
The Saudi Arabia government has approved a new special residence scheme, similar to the green card program, to attract affluent and highly-skilled foreign nationals. The new
Read More »UAE | 6-month Visas For Long-Term Residence Visa Seekers
The Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) announced a new six-month multiple entry visa for investors, entrepreneurs, and outstanding students. According to
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