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
Read More »Switzerland | Government Restricts Work Permits for Croatian Nationals
On November 16, the Swiss Federal Council activated the safeguard clause according to the Agreement on the Free Movement of Persons. As a result, in the coming year, the
Read More »Japan | Launches Website to Expedite Airline Procedures
From November 1, 2022, travelers who want to use the Fast Track service to expedite the quarantine, immigration, and customs declaration procedures at the airport will now
Read More »Portugal | New Digital Nomad Program Announced
The Portuguese government announced a 1-year residence permit for third-country workers. The visa for digital nomads will go into effect on October 30, 2022. Individuals
Read More »Sweden | Work Permits Must be Applied for in Person
From November 1, applicants for a Swedish work permit must present their original passport in person before the Swedish Migration Agency can make a decision. All applications
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