China Announces Visa-Free Entry for Norwegian Nationals
On September 9, 2024, at a meeting with the Prime Minister of Norway in Beijing, the President of China announced that, effective immediately, Norwegian nationals will no
Read More »October 2024 Visa Bulletin Released
In the October 2024 Visa Bulletin, Final Action Dates for Worldwide (All Other) EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 remain unchanged. Final Action Dates for India EB-1 and EB-2 remain the
Read More »UK ETA Scheme Updates
The ETA scheme was initially introduced so overseas nationals who do not typically require a visa to enter the UK (and do not hold any other UK immigration status) could
Read More »Qatar Extends Traffic Fine Discounts
Qatar’s General Directorate of Traffic has announced the extension of the 50% discount on traffic violation fines for Qatari citizens, residents, visitors and GCC
Read More »Simplified Rules for Belarusian Nationals Applying for a Polish Travel Document
There is a new option available for Belarusian nationals who for any reason cannot travel to Belarus or face difficulties in getting a new passport at the foreign post. Such
Read More »New Zealand Announces Improvements for Recognized Seasonal Employers Scheme
Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced an increase in the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) cap and initial improvements to the RSE scheme. The RSE scheme is intended
Read More »Morocco and Azerbaijan Agree to Visa Free Exemption
From August 28, 2024, the visa exemption agreement between Morocco and Azerbaijan will enter into force. Citizens of Azerbaijan will be able to stay in Morocco for up to 90
Read More »Oman Pauses Work Permits for Certain Professions
Oman’s Ministry of Labour (MoL) has announced a temporary suspension in issuing visas for employment of non-Omani workers in several professions. Ministerial Decision
Read More »UAE Strengthens Labor Laws and Stricter Fines
The UAE government has issued a federal decree-law amending key provisions of the UAE Labour Law, raising penalties for employment violations, including fines ranging from
Read More »Armenia Updates Citizenship and Residency Laws
Over the past year, Armenia’s government has updated the citizenship and residency laws. Some of these changes have already come into effect, while others will be
Read More »Malaysia’s Online Services Expand
For ESD Registered Companies, effective August 20, 2024, the following applications can be done online: Company Activation of new Registrations with ESD (Expatriate Service
Read More »Netherlands Requires Turkish Citizens to Have Integration Diploma for Permanent Residence
Turkish citizens who apply for a Dutch permanent residence permit from January 1, 2025, must be able to present an integration diploma. The government adopted this measure in
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