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Brazil: Short-Term Technical Visa Process to be Streamlined
Effective May 8, applications for the 90-day technical visa will be filed directly at Brazilian consulates without the need for prior authorization from the Ministry of Labor, according to a government resolution published today. Document requirements for technical visas are expected to be reduced significantly. The main supporting document for the application will be... »
UK: Upcoming Tier 2 Policy Changes Aimed at Improving Immigration System for Businesses
Among the changes taking effect April 6 are a tiered approach to minimum salary requirements for Tier 2 workers; a revised Shortage Occupation List that contains a greater number of engineering occupations; a more flexible labor market testing system; and eased English-language and re-entry restrictions for highly-paid intracompany transferees. The UK Home Office... »
United Kingdom: Employers Should Allocate Remaining Restricted Certificates of Sponsorship Before October 1
Employers have until September 30 to allocate their remaining restricted certificates of sponsorship to foreign workers before the UK Border Agency unveils changes to the Sponsorship Management System – the online tool employers use to administer sponsorships of foreign nationals. Though existing restricted certificates will still be available after September 30, sponsoring employers will... »
India: Changes to Foreign Registration Process in Chennai and Pune
New registration procedures in Chennai and Pune could delay the issuance of residence permits to employment visa holders. Employment visa holders in Chennai and Pune could see delays in the issuance of their residence permits as local Foreigners’ Registration Offices (FROs) and Foreigners’ Regional Registration Offices (FRROs) implement new procedures and document requirements. »
Australia: Several Changes to Subclass 457 and Subclass 442 Visas
The Australian government has made changes to the list of occupations that qualify for the Subclass 457 (Business Long Stay) and Subclass 442 (Occupational Trainee) visa categories, and has revised the list of occupations that qualify for an exemption from English language proficiency requirements for the Subclass 457 visa. »
Australia: Changes for Employer Nomination Scheme
The Australian government announced several changes to the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS), the standard employer-sponsored permanent residence program, applicable to applications submitted on or after December 5. The minimum base annual salary for foreign nationals seeking to qualify for the ENS by filling a highly paid position has been raised to AU$ 250,000 from... »
India: Employment and Business Visa Changes
The Indian government recently issued guidelines that introduce new criteria for employment visas and clarify the maximum validity and extension periods for business visas. The new guidelines also address in-country registration requirements for employment and business visa holders. »
United States: USCIS Announces Upcoming Changes to E-Verify
In the coming months, E-Verify employers can expect to see changes to the online verification system, including additional government monitoring to ensure compliance with program rules and new measures to combat identity fraud and employment discrimination. »
Japan Update: Insurance Requirement for Renewals and Changes of Status Eliminated
Proof of enrollment in Japan’s Social Insurance System (SIS), which was to be added to the list of requirements for applications to renew or change to Japanese residency status effective April 1, 2010, now will not be included on the list. However, the Japanese government has prescribed certain measures as part of its efforts... »
Australia: Several Changes to General Skilled Migration Program
On February 8, 2010, Australian authorities announced wide-ranging changes to the General Skilled Migration (GSM) program, one of the country’s points-based employment-based permanent residence programs. The changes took effect immediately. Foreign nationals who submitted permanent residence applications between September 1, 2007 and February 8, 2010 will not be affected by the changes. Foreign nationals considering... »