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Daily updates on work visas, student permits, golden visas & policy changes worldwide.

Infographic showing MDEC's reminder on exit clearance records and the new i-KAD delivery arrangement effective October 15, 2026.

Infographic showing MDEC's reminder on exit clearance records and the new i-KAD delivery arrangement effective October 15, 2026.

Malaysia Tightens Exit Clearance and i-KAD Collection Rules for Employers

1 day ago

Infographic showing the Republic of the Congo's e-Visa and ETA systems under development, with eight visa categories and a visa waiver for African nationals effective 2027.

Infographic showing the Republic of the Congo's e-Visa and ETA systems under development, with eight visa categories and a visa waiver for African nationals effective 2027.

Republic of the Congo Prepares e-Visa and ETA Systems for 2027 Rollout

1 day ago

Infographic showing Belgium's EU Blue Card reform: 90-day processing, digital contracts, intra-EU mobility, and expanded anti-fraud powers.

Infographic showing Belgium's EU Blue Card reform: 90-day processing, digital contracts, intra-EU mobility, and expanded anti-fraud powers.

Belgium Streamlines EU Blue Card Rules While Tightening Anti-Fraud Scrutiny

1 day ago

Infographic showing Russia's e-Visa fee increase from 202 to 238 AED and doubled express consular visa fees effective October 14, 2026.

Infographic showing Russia's e-Visa fee increase from 202 to 238 AED and doubled express consular visa fees effective October 14, 2026.

Russia Raises e-Visa Fees by Nearly 18% as Express Consular Charges Double

1 day ago

Infographic showing the Kuwait Wage Payment System (KWPS) launched by the Central Bank of Kuwait, with real-time salary monitoring and PAM compliance oversight.

Infographic showing the Kuwait Wage Payment System (KWPS) launched by the Central Bank of Kuwait, with real-time salary monitoring and PAM compliance oversight.

Kuwait Introduces Centralized Wage Payment System for Private Sector

2 days ago

Infographic showing USCIS final rule eliminating the 540-day automatic EAD extension, with affected categories and renewal filing guidance.

Infographic showing USCIS final rule eliminating the 540-day automatic EAD extension, with affected categories and renewal filing guidance.

USCIS Finalizes Rule Ending 540-Day Automatic EAD Extensions

2 days ago

Infographic showing USCIS premium processing timeframes under review, with current 15, 30, and 45 business day windows and a proposed amendment pending OMB review.

Infographic showing USCIS premium processing timeframes under review, with current 15, 30, and 45 business day windows and a proposed amendment pending OMB review.

USCIS Premium Processing Timeframes Under Review: Employers Face Uncertainty on Guaranteed Speeds

2 days ago

Infographic showing Kazakhstan's QazETA rollout schedule from November 2026 to July 2027, with key requirements and exemptions.

Infographic showing Kazakhstan's QazETA rollout schedule from November 2026 to July 2027, with key requirements and exemptions.

Kazakhstan Sets July 2027 Deadline for Mandatory QazETA Travel Authorization

2 days ago

Infographic showing Kyrgyzstan's two ratified visa waiver agreements: a full short-stay waiver with Seychelles and an official-passport waiver with Togo.

Infographic showing Kyrgyzstan's two ratified visa waiver agreements: a full short-stay waiver with Seychelles and an official-passport waiver with Togo.

Kyrgyzstan Parliament Ratifies Visa Waiver Deals With Seychelles and Togo

3 days ago

Infographic showing Quebec's proposed immigration reductions across temporary workers, students and permanent admissions, with French language requirements still undefined.

Infographic showing Quebec's proposed immigration reductions across temporary workers, students and permanent admissions, with French language requirements still undefined.

Quebec's Incoming Government Plans Deep Immigration Cuts and Tougher French Rules

3 days ago

Infographic showing US PERM suspensions, H-1B and J-1 investigations, with key compliance steps for employers.

Infographic showing US PERM suspensions, H-1B and J-1 investigations, with key compliance steps for employers.

US Immigration Enforcement Widens: PERM Suspensions, H-1B Probes and a Warning for Employers

3 days ago

Infographic showing South Africa's waiver of the 60-day advance filing requirement for in-country visa extensions and change applications, with pending applications and appeals covered.

Infographic showing South Africa's waiver of the 60-day advance filing requirement for in-country visa extensions and change applications, with pending applications and appeals covered.

South Africa Waives 60-Day Filing Rule for In-Country Visa Extensions

4 days ago

Infographic showing Austria's 2026 shortage occupation list expansion to 64 professions, with Red-White-Red permit benefits and processing timelines.

Infographic showing Austria's 2026 shortage occupation list expansion to 64 professions, with Red-White-Red permit benefits and processing timelines.

Austria Expands Shortage Occupation List to 64 Professions for 2026

4 days ago

Infographic showing Finland's five proposals for EU-wide restrictions on Russian tourist visas, with the core demand for a Schengen tourist visa ban.

Infographic showing Finland's five proposals for EU-wide restrictions on Russian tourist visas, with the core demand for a Schengen tourist visa ban.

Finland Escalates Push for EU-Wide Ban on Russian Tourist Visas

4 days ago

Infographic showing Finland's citizenship test applying to applications filed from March 2027, with study materials published by year-end and test sessions in seven Finnish cities.

Infographic showing Finland's citizenship test applying to applications filed from March 2027, with study materials published by year-end and test sessions in seven Finnish cities.

Finland to Require Citizenship Test From March 2027

6 days ago

Infographic showing the GCC Schengen visa waiver process, with five Gulf countries in scope and an announcement expected at the Riyadh summit on October 24.

Infographic showing the GCC Schengen visa waiver process, with five Gulf countries in scope and an announcement expected at the Riyadh summit on October 24.

GCC Citizens Edge Closer to Visa-Free Travel in Europe — What the October 24 Summit Could Deliver

6 days ago

Infographic showing UK immigration rule changes effective October 8, 2026, including a new exit route for exploited Skilled Workers, visitor documentation changes, and BN(O) dependent children settlement.

Infographic showing UK immigration rule changes effective October 8, 2026, including a new exit route for exploited Skilled Workers, visitor documentation changes, and BN(O) dependent children settlement.

UK Tightens and Loosens Immigration Rules in Same Package

Oct 9

Infographic showing US Department of Labor suspension of PERM certification for eight major tech firms, affecting Indian workers' green card pathway.

Infographic showing US Department of Labor suspension of PERM certification for eight major tech firms, affecting Indian workers' green card pathway.

US Suspends PERM Certification for Eight Major Tech Firms — Indian Workers' Green Card Path Hit

Oct 9

Infographic showing H-1B registrations from India falling 38.5% for FY 2027, with Tier-1 IT firm declines and PERM suspensions noted.

Infographic showing H-1B registrations from India falling 38.5% for FY 2027, with Tier-1 IT firm declines and PERM suspensions noted.

H-1B Registrations from India Plunge 38.5% for FY 2027: The Sharpest Drop in Seven Years

Oct 9

Infographic showing Denmark's digital MF4 application becoming mandatory on October 14, 2026, with paper forms rejected and MF1/MF2 withdrawn for accompanying family applicants.

Infographic showing Denmark's digital MF4 application becoming mandatory on October 14, 2026, with paper forms rejected and MF1/MF2 withdrawn for accompanying family applicants.

Denmark Retires Paper MF4: Digital Form Becomes Mandatory on October 14

Oct 8

Infographic showing Australia's October 2026 Student visa reforms requiring most temporary visa holders to apply from offshore and restricting family member inclusion.

Infographic showing Australia's October 2026 Student visa reforms requiring most temporary visa holders to apply from offshore and restricting family member inclusion.

Australia Overhauls Student Visa Rules: Most Applicants Must Now Apply From Offshore

Oct 8

Infographic showing Germany's extended 90-day residence permit waiver for Ukraine-based foreign nationals, with a new military compliance condition applying to arrivals from October 9, 2026.

Infographic showing Germany's extended 90-day residence permit waiver for Ukraine-based foreign nationals, with a new military compliance condition applying to arrivals from October 9, 2026.

Germany Extends 90-Day Residence Permit Waiver for Ukraine-Based Foreign Nationals — New Military Compliance Rule Takes Effect

Oct 8

Infographic showing Thailand's two proposed travel taxes: a 450-baht tourist arrival fee and a 1,000-baht departure tax, with combined charges potentially reaching 2,570 baht including existing airport fees.

Infographic showing Thailand's two proposed travel taxes: a 450-baht tourist arrival fee and a 1,000-baht departure tax, with combined charges potentially reaching 2,570 baht including existing airport fees.

Thailand's Dual Travel Tax Plans Advance: 450-Baht Arrival Fee and 1,000-Baht Departure Tax

Oct 8

Infographic showing Australia's Ministerial Direction 121 priority tiers for subclass 482 visas, favouring construction, healthcare, teaching, agriculture, fishing and resources sectors.

Infographic showing Australia's Ministerial Direction 121 priority tiers for subclass 482 visas, favouring construction, healthcare, teaching, agriculture, fishing and resources sectors.

Australia's New Visa Processing Order Puts Health, Trades and Resources First

Oct 8

Infographic showing Kuwait's new Article 7-bis 10-year residence permit for former nationals, with fee exemption, absence flexibility, and family sponsorship provisions.

Infographic showing Kuwait's new Article 7-bis 10-year residence permit for former nationals, with fee exemption, absence flexibility, and family sponsorship provisions.

Kuwait Opens 10-Year Residency Path for Former Nationals Who Lost Citizenship

Oct 8

Infographic showing Saudi Arabia's new policy allowing skilled foreign workers to sponsor spouses, sons under 25, and unmarried daughters during work visa processing.

Infographic showing Saudi Arabia's new policy allowing skilled foreign workers to sponsor spouses, sons under 25, and unmarried daughters during work visa processing.

Saudi Arabia Lets Skilled Foreign Workers Sponsor Families Before Their Own Visa Is Finalised

Oct 7

Infographic showing Kenya's ETA portal requiring a $44 travel insurance policy despite a court suspension, with minimum coverage of $50,000 across medical, evacuation, and repatriation benefits.

Infographic showing Kenya's ETA portal requiring a $44 travel insurance policy despite a court suspension, with minimum coverage of $50,000 across medical, evacuation, and repatriation benefits.

Kenya's ETA Portal Adds $44 Insurance Step — Despite Court Order Suspending the Rule

Oct 7

Infographic showing DHS proposed OPT fees: $70,000 for initial recommendations and $30,000 for subsequent periods, paid by universities with costs potentially passed to students or employers.

Infographic showing DHS proposed OPT fees: $70,000 for initial recommendations and $30,000 for subsequent periods, paid by universities with costs potentially passed to students or employers.

DHS Proposes $70,000 Fee for Initial OPT, $30,000 for Subsequent Periods

Oct 7

Infographic showing India's IVFRT programme extension to 2031 with Rs 1,800 crore outlay, covering 117 immigration check-posts and delivering 91 percent e-visa clearance within 72 hours.

Infographic showing India's IVFRT programme extension to 2031 with Rs 1,800 crore outlay, covering 117 immigration check-posts and delivering 91 percent e-visa clearance within 72 hours.

India Approves Five-Year Extension of IVFRT Digital Immigration and Visa Scheme to 2031

Oct 7

Infographic showing Austria's 2026 immigration reforms allowing foreign workers to change employers and retain work permits during unemployment, effective August 7, 2026.

Infographic showing Austria's 2026 immigration reforms allowing foreign workers to change employers and retain work permits during unemployment, effective August 7, 2026.

Austria Relaxes Rules on Employer Changes and Unemployment for Foreign Workers

Oct 7

Infographic explaining lawsuit challenging two USCIS policies that make adjustment of status harder, including treating green card applications as negative factor and denying without RFE.

Infographic explaining lawsuit challenging two USCIS policies that make adjustment of status harder, including treating green card applications as negative factor and denying without RFE.

Lawsuit Challenges USCIS Policies That Make Green Card Process Harder for Applicants in the U.S.

Oct 6

Infographic explaining Bahrain's new rule allowing foreign workers to temporarily work for another employer for up to 90 days under Decision No. 2 of 2026, with conditions, fees and Bahrainisation requirements.

Infographic explaining Bahrain's new rule allowing foreign workers to temporarily work for another employer for up to 90 days under Decision No. 2 of 2026, with conditions, fees and Bahrainisation requirements.

Bahrain Allows Foreign Workers to Temporarily Work for Another Employer

Oct 6

Infographic showing UK contactless border checks at airports using facial recognition eGates, starting at East Midlands Airport and expanding to all UK airports by early 2027.

Infographic showing UK contactless border checks at airports using facial recognition eGates, starting at East Midlands Airport and expanding to all UK airports by early 2027.

UK Launches Contactless Border Checks at Airports: What Travelers Need to Know

Oct 6

Infographic showing Italy's 2027 foreign-worker quota of 165,850 permits, including 89,000 seasonal, 66,000 non-seasonal, and 10,850 self-employment slots, with click days on November 6-7, 2026.

Infographic showing Italy's 2027 foreign-worker quota of 165,850 permits, including 89,000 seasonal, 66,000 non-seasonal, and 10,850 self-employment slots, with click days on November 6-7, 2026.

Italy Opens 2027 Foreign-Worker Quotas: 165,850 Permits Available

Oct 6

Cambodia ends sticker visas at embassies and consulates worldwide from October 3, 2026, transitioning to electronic visa issuance with QR codes while visa on arrival remains available.

Cambodia ends sticker visas at embassies and consulates worldwide from October 3, 2026, transitioning to electronic visa issuance with QR codes while visa on arrival remains available.

Cambodia Ends Sticker Visas at Embassies Worldwide from October 3, 2026

Oct 5

Uganda ends yellow fever vaccination certificate requirement for entry effective October 2, 2026, with e-Visa portal updated and WHO still recommending vaccination for travelers.

Uganda ends yellow fever vaccination certificate requirement for entry effective October 2, 2026, with e-Visa portal updated and WHO still recommending vaccination for travelers.

Uganda Ends Yellow Fever Certificate Requirement for Entry

Oct 5

Infographic explaining Canada's temporary public policy allowing work permit holders to study programs of six months or less without a study permit, effective September 4, 2026.

Infographic explaining Canada's temporary public policy allowing work permit holders to study programs of six months or less without a study permit, effective September 4, 2026.

Canada Removes Study Permit Requirement for Temporary Foreign Workers Taking Short Courses

Oct 5

Suriname reinstates temporary visa requirement for Mexico and Bolivia national passport holders effective October 1, 2026, with diplomatic and service passports exempt.

Suriname reinstates temporary visa requirement for Mexico and Bolivia national passport holders effective October 1, 2026, with diplomatic and service passports exempt.

Suriname Reinstates Visa Requirement for Mexico and Bolivia

Oct 4

Hong Kong expands Invited Persons Scheme to Central Asia and Middle East from October 1, 2026

Hong Kong expands Invited Persons Scheme to Central Asia and Middle East from October 1, 2026

Hong Kong Extends “Invited Persons” Immigration Facilitation Program to Central Asia and the Middle East

Oct 4

Infographic showing top 10 best countries for Americans to move in 2026 including Switzerland, New Zealand, Ireland, Netherlands, Canada, Norway, Denmark, Australia, Singapore, and United Kingdom.

Infographic showing top 10 best countries for Americans to move in 2026 including Switzerland, New Zealand, Ireland, Netherlands, Canada, Norway, Denmark, Australia, Singapore, and United Kingdom.

Best Countries for Americans to Move in 2026

Oct 4

U.S. Mission Brazil security alert announcing suspension of consular services at the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil starting October 2, 2026 due to security concerns.

U.S. Mission Brazil security alert announcing suspension of consular services at the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Brazil starting October 2, 2026 due to security concerns.

United States: U.S. Consular Services in Brazil Halted Over Security Issues

Oct 4

America.gov AI-powered government portal launched September 2026 by Trump administration, offering conversational Q&A for federal services with passport renewal and Medicare enrollment planned for 2027.

America.gov AI-powered government portal launched September 2026 by Trump administration, offering conversational Q&A for federal services with passport renewal and Medicare enrollment planned for 2027.

Trump Administration Launches AI-Powered Government Portal: America.gov

Oct 4

Argentina "golden passport" citizenship program announced October 2026 showing two investment options: $350,000 non-refundable Treasury contribution or $800,000 government bond held for seven years.

Argentina "golden passport" citizenship program announced October 2026 showing two investment options: $350,000 non-refundable Treasury contribution or $800,000 government bond held for seven years.

Argentina Unveils "Golden Passport" Citizenship Program to Attract Wealthy Foreigners

Oct 4

UK Right to Work Scheme expansion October 2026 infographic showing extended liability to PSCs and agency workers, mandatory OfDIA-registered DVSPs, end-user exemption, record retention requirements, and civil penalties up to £60,000 per illegal worker.

UK Right to Work Scheme expansion October 2026 infographic showing extended liability to PSCs and agency workers, mandatory OfDIA-registered DVSPs, end-user exemption, record retention requirements, and civil penalties up to £60,000 per illegal worker.

UK Expands Right to Work Scheme to Gig Economy and Agency Workers from October 2026

Oct 3

Turkmenistan e-Visa portal launched October 2026 showing three visa categories (e-TU tourist, e-BS business, e-HM humanitarian), processing times from 24 hours to 7 business days, and no invitation letter required for tourist visas.

Turkmenistan e-Visa portal launched October 2026 showing three visa categories (e-TU tourist, e-BS business, e-HM humanitarian), processing times from 24 hours to 7 business days, and no invitation letter required for tourist visas.

Turkmenistan Just Quietly Launched an e-Visa Portal — and Tourists No Longer Need an Invitation Letter

Oct 3

US Customs and Border Protection ends routine passport stamping at entry from October 2026, with Form I-94 becoming the primary electronic proof of admission and stamps available on traveler request.

US Customs and Border Protection ends routine passport stamping at entry from October 2026, with Form I-94 becoming the primary electronic proof of admission and stamps available on traveler request.

United States: CBP to End Systematic Passport Stamping on Arrival

Oct 3

US PERM processing times September 2026 infographic showing analyst review at December 2025 filings, 336 calendar day average, pending queue exceeding 49,000 applications, PWD processing June 2026 filings, and the fourfold increase in monthly pending requests from June to July 2026.

US PERM processing times September 2026 infographic showing analyst review at December 2025 filings, 336 calendar day average, pending queue exceeding 49,000 applications, PWD processing June 2026 filings, and the fourfold increase in monthly pending requests from June to July 2026.

US PERM Processing Times September 2026: Analyst Review Now Processing December 2025 Filings as Backlog Grows

Oct 3

Thailand temporary work permit non-BOI E-Work Permit 2026 infographic showing scheme announced July 2026 but not operational, Form Bor Tor 62 purpose, what remains available including E-Work Permit system, BOI tax certification requirement and TM30 notification for BOI companies.

Thailand temporary work permit non-BOI E-Work Permit 2026 infographic showing scheme announced July 2026 but not operational, Form Bor Tor 62 purpose, what remains available including E-Work Permit system, BOI tax certification requirement and TM30 notification for BOI companies.

Thailand's Temporary Work Permit Scheme Still Not Operational for Non-BOI Employers

Oct 2

$100,000 H-1B fee blocked California court 2026 infographic showing Judge Haywood Gilliam Jr preliminary injunction, Global Nurse Force v Trump case, APA violations, second court to block the fee, exemptions for in-country applicants and renewals, and pending $103,265 fee proposal.

$100,000 H-1B fee blocked California court 2026 infographic showing Judge Haywood Gilliam Jr preliminary injunction, Global Nurse Force v Trump case, APA violations, second court to block the fee, exemptions for in-country applicants and renewals, and pending $103,265 fee proposal.

Second Federal Court Blocks Trump's $100,000 H-1B Fee: California Judge Issues Preliminary Injunction

Oct 2

New Zealand AEWV location requirements 2026 infographic showing job check location rules, multiple location advertising requirements, 30-working-day travel allowance, new job check and Job Change trigger, and 12-month compliance review window.

New Zealand AEWV location requirements 2026 infographic showing job check location rules, multiple location advertising requirements, 30-working-day travel allowance, new job check and Job Change trigger, and 12-month compliance review window.

New Zealand Tightens Location Rules for Accredited Employer Work Visa Holders

Oct 2

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