South Korea | Visa-Free Travel for Hong Kong Resumes
From July 1, South Korea will resume visa-free entry for Hong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders. What to Expect Travelers must apply for K-ETA and obtain
Read More »Japan | Visa Exemption Agreements Suspended
On June 10, Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced changes to entry rules, with travelers from 68 countries now required to apply for and obtain a visa if they
Read More »Seramount Recognizes Erickson Immigration Group as one of the “Best Law Firms for Women”
Seramount, now part of EAB, revealed the Best Law Firms for Women today, recognizing firms that utilize best practices in recruiting, retaining, promoting, and developing
Read More »US | Summit of the Americas Issued a Joint Declaration on Migration
On June 10, the United States and Latin American countries issued a joint declaration at the summit, committing nations across the region to receive migrants and providing
Read More »US | Remote I-9 Verification Rule Under Review
DHS filed a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding alternative documentation examination procedures for Form I-9 review. The text of the proposed rule is not publicly
Read More »Portugal | New Work Visa Introduced
The Government of Portugal has introduced a new visa type specifically for people looking for work in the country. Under the new visa, foreign nationals can enter Portugal
Read More »Estonia | Restrictions for Third-Country Travelers Lifted
As of June 16, Estonia has lifted its COVID-19-related measures and requirements for third-country nationals. As a result, travelers can enter Estonia without restrictions
Read More »EU | Council Proposes EU Digital COVID Certificate Extension
The EU Parliament and member states have agreed to extend the EU Digital COVID Certificate until June 2023. It was scheduled to end on June 30, 2022. The extension ensures
Read More »Germany | All COVID-Related Travel Requirements Lifted
As of June 11, Germany has lifted all COVID-19-related measures and requirements. As a result, travelers can enter Germany without restrictions regardless of nationality or
Read More »US | July 2022 Visa Bulletin Released
EB-1 remains current for all countries. Final Action Dates: EB-2 China advances by 1 month to April 1, 2019, and EB-3 China remains unchanged with a cut-off date of March 22,
Read More »Japan | International Arrival Measures Eased
From June 1, New Border Measures (28) went into effect for travel to Japan. The requirements for the on-arrival testing, self-quarantine period, and place of accommodation
Read More »Italy | All Travel-Related COVID Measures Lifted
As of June 1, Italy has lifted all COVID-19-related measures and requirements. As a result, travelers can enter Italy without restrictions. In a notice posted to the Ministry
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