New Zealand Extends AEWV English Rules to Skill Level 3
On May 25, 2026, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) announced that, from June 1, 2026, Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) minimum English language requirements will apply to
Read More »New Zealand Adds Philanthropy Option to Active Investor Plus Visa
On May 25, 2026, the government announced a targeted change to the Active Investor Plus Visa to support high-value investment. From June 1, 2026, new applicants in the Growth
Read More »Malaysia Announces Expats System Updates for 2026
Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) has announced system updates in preparation for the revised expatriate salary and employment pass policy. As part of this
Read More »Ghana Launches New E-Visa Portal and ETA System
On May 25, 2026, the government announced the launch of the new electronic visa (e-visa) portal, along with a fee waiver for nationals of African countries. The new
Read More »Cyprus Launches Online Residence Permit Renewal Pilot
On May 22, 2026, the Migration Department announced the launch of the pilot of an online residence permit renewal application service. The system being piloted allows the
Read More »Canada Updates Visa Changes for Indonesia and Malaysia Travelers
Effective May 26, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made changes to visa requirements for eligible citizens from Indonesia and Malaysia.
Read More »UAE Tightens Wage Protection System Rules From June 2026
On May 12, 2026, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) published Ministerial Resolution No. 0340 of 2026, which updates the rules for the Wage Protection
Read More »UK Clarifies Right to Work Check Guidance for Sponsors
On May 20, 2026, the government updated its guidance for sponsors of overseas workers to clarify right to work check requirements. Previous amendments, published on March 6,
Read More »Thailand Revises Visa Exemption and Visa on Arrival Rules
On May 19, 2026, the government approved the revision of Thailand’s visa exemption and visa on arrival schemes, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. These revised
Read More »Belgium Approves Highly Qualified Worker Rule Changes
The Council of Ministers has approved a preliminary draft law amending the rules governing highly qualified workers. The amendments, which are intended to align Belgian
Read More »New Zealand Moves Group and Tour Escort Visa Applications Online
Effective July 20, 2026, Group visitor visa and Tour Escort visitor visa (including ADS) applications are moving to Immigration New Zealand’s enhanced Immigration Online
Read More »EU Adopts New Schengen Visa Cascade Rules for Thailand
On May 18, 2026, the Thailand delegation of the European External Action Service (EEAS) announced that, on May 8, 2026, the European Commission approved the application of
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