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Croatia Expected to Join EU on July 1
Croatian nationals will no longer require authorization to work in many European Union member states if the country is accepted into the EU on July 1, 2013 as expected. Some EU countries will impose temporary work restrictions on Croatians. Nationals of most EU countries will be free to work in Croatia without restrictions.... »
Kuwait: Work Permit Processing Temporarily Suspended for Most Industries
Work authorization processing in Kuwait has been suspended indefinitely, except for foreign nationals sponsored by employers in the following categories: hospitals and medical clinics; law firms; sports clubs; local companies acting as representatives of foreign companies without a branch in Kuwait; and farms. Work permit renewals for all employers continue to be processed.... »
Peru: Government Extends Business Visa Exemptions to Chilean, Colombian and Mexican Nationals
Chilean and Mexican nationals no longer require a visa for business trips to Peru of 183 days or less. The Peruvian government will also treat Colombian nationals as visa-exempt for business, though the implementation date of the exemption is not yet known. The Peruvian government has extended visa exemptions to Chilean and Mexican... »
Panama: Highly-Skilled Worker Permit Is Among Three New Work Permit Categories
The new highly-skilled worker permit requires a bachelor’s or post-graduate degree, but no minimum level of professional experience. The Panamanian government also introduced new work permit categories for Italian nationals and parents of Panamanian citizens. All three categories are exempt from sponsorship requirements and work permit quotas. Highly-skilled workers holding a bachelor’s or... »
Turkey: New Law Will Streamline Work Authorization Process, Toughen Penalties for Noncompliance
Reforms scheduled to take effect in April 2014 will create new residence permit categories, allow foreign nationals to apply for residence permits at consular posts abroad, and create a new government office to oversee the admission of foreign nationals. A new immigration law taking effect in April 2014 will streamline Turkey’s work permit... »
India: Foreign Registration Appointments Significantly Delayed in All Locations
The earliest available local registration appointments throughout India were twelve days from the time of online filing, as of May 3. Foreign nationals should gather the necessary documents and provide travel details to their immigration service provider in advance, so that appointments can be scheduled as soon as possible after arrival. Registration must... »
Brazil and Mexico Will Implement Short-Term Visa Waiver Agreement on May 16
The reciprocal agreement will allow citizens of Brazil and Mexico to make visa-free visits for business and tourism. Mexican nationals visiting Brazil will be admitted for an initial stay of 90 days, which can be extended, and a cumulative maximum stay of 180 days in a one-year period. Brazilian nationals will be able... »
Azerbaijan: New Registration Procedures in Effect for Foreign Visitors
Foreign nationals visiting Azerbaijan for more than three days are now required to register with the State Migration Service within three days of arrival, effective April 1, 2013. Previously only those who were to stay longer than 30 days were required to register, and the registration process was handled by a local police department.... »
Brazil / Mexico Sign Short-Term Visa Waiver Agreement
Executive Summary The reciprocal agreement will allow citizens of Brazil and Mexico to make visa-free visits for business and tourism. The exact date of implementation has not yet been determined. Citizens of Brazil and Mexico will soon be able to enter each other’s country for business or tourist visits without a visa, under... »
USA: CBP Set to Unveil Automated I-94 Arrival-Departure System
Executive Summary U.S. Customs and Border Protection will begin using an automated arrival-departure record system 30 days after forthcoming regulations are published. Instead of receiving a paper I-94 on entry, foreign nationals will be able to visit a government website to print out an I-94 that can be used to demonstrate their lawful status... »