New Housing Checks for Singapore Work Pass Holders
Starting September 14, 2018, Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower will check work pass applicants’ residential addresses when issuing passes. The approval of work passes by
Read More »European Union: Council Adopts European Travel Information and Authorization System
On September 5, 2018, the Council of the European Union adopted a regulation creating a European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS). The purpose of the
Read More »International Students in China Can Now Seek Employment
International Students in China Can Now Seek Employment. Students studying abroad in China are now permitted to obtain part-time employment while pursuing their degrees.
Read More »Cancellation of China’s Work Permit Requirement for Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan
Following China’s State Council meeting earlier this month, the government has officially announced its cancellation of the work permit requirement for nationals of Hong
Read More »UAE Announces Comprehensive Immigration Reform
The United Arab Emirates government recently announced major changes to its immigration policies, including new provisions to attract investors, entrepreneurs, and highly
Read More »Skilling Australian Fund Bill Takes Effect August 12, 2018
A new phase of Australia’s immigration reforms to be implemented on Sunday. Update: The Australian Government’s recent migration amendments, which includes new
Read More »Major Delays for Irish Residence Appointments and Employment Permits
Non-European Economic Area nationals applying for Irish Residence Permits (IRP) are experiencing significant delays, which are expected to continue through the end of 2018 at
Read More »UK Home Office Issues Updates on Tier 2 and 5 Sponsors
The Home Office has revised its guidance for Tier 2 and 5 sponsors. Key provisions include requirements to demonstrate why settled workers were not hired for a job
Read More »UK Publishes Post-Brexit Immigration Policies
U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May has issued a document outlining the UK’s relations with the European Union after Brexit, which includes key statements on the UK’s
Read More »Switzerland: Geographic Work Authorization Rules and Limitations
Swiss labor authorities limit the scope of employment authorization in many circumstances. While some foreign employees in Switzerland are allowed to provide their services
Read More »Hong Kong Same-Sex Dependent Visas Now Granted
Hong Kong’s highest court, the Court of Final Appeal, upheld a judgment allowing same-sex spouses to obtain dependent work visas. Previously same-sex spouses were
Read More »Canada Changes DUI Law
Recent changes to Canada’s Criminal Code now designate driving under the influence (“DUI”) as a serious criminal offense subject to possible penalty of ten years in
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