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China's Immigration Surge – What it Means for Global Businesses

China is experiencing a remarkable surge in international travelers, with the number of foreign visitors more than doubling in the first seven months of 2024

New Labour Government: A Turning Point for the UK's Creative Industry?

As Sir Keir Starmer’s government celebrates its first month in office with a significant 174-seat majority, UK businesses are keenly observing new policies and policy proposals that will impact their sectors

New Authority in Ho Chi Minh City Alters Vietnam Work Permit Processes: What Your Business Needs to Know

Effective July 10, 2024, Ho Chi Minh City’s People’s Committee and its affiliated agencies have been granted the authority to manage various labor administrative matters

USCIS Conducts Second Round of H-1B Selections for FY 2025: What Businesses Need to Know

In March 2024, USCIS held the initial random selection for the FY 2025 H-1B cap, covering the advanced degree exemption

Lithuania’s Visa Application Overhaul Takes Effect: What Businesses Need to Know

Effective July 1, 2024, Lithuania has introduced significant changes to its visa application process for foreigners

The Future of Immigration: How AI is Shaping Talent Acquisition

According to the International Monetary Fund, almost 40% of global employment will be impacted by artificial intelligence (AI)

Major Changes to Brussels Region Immigration Policy: What Businesses Need to Know

The Brussels Region is implementing additional significant changes to its immigration policy, impacting foreign workers and their employers

Dubai’s Green Spine: Transforming the “Unlivable” City and Attracting Top Talent

Dubai is renowned for its futuristic skyline and luxurious lifestyle.

Record Number of Indian Students Eyeing U.S. Universities, Embassy Cautions Against Visa Interview Pitfalls

For many international college students, the United States stands out as a bastion of academic excellence, drawing a significant influx of Indian students year after year

U.S. Diversity Visa Program: Challenges and Changes

The U.S. Diversity Visa (DV) Program, established under the Immigration and Nationality Act, aims to promote diversity in the immigrant population by providing an annual allotment of immigrant visas

Foreign Nurse Visa Freeze Exacerbates Healthcare Staffing Crisis

The State Department has effectively halted the issuance of new visas for foreign nurses for the remainder of the fiscal year due to overwhelming demand, a move that healthcare groups warn could severely worsen staffing shortages in hospitals, nursing homes, and other major health employers.

Renew Your Passport Online With New Beta System

U.S. citizens can now renew their passports online, thanks to the U.S. Department of State’s new beta version of the updated online passport renewal system.

Australia Tightens Visa Regulations to Combat

In a bid to combat “visa hopping,” Australia has made significant changes to two popular visa pathways for students. Full details inside.

Travel Advisory: Reconsider Travel to New Caledonia Due to Civil Unrest and Crime

The U.S. Department of State urges travelers to reconsider travel (Travel Advisory Level 3) to New Caledonia due to civil unrest and crime.

Travel Advisory: Exercise Increased Caution in Antarctica Due to Environmental Hazards and Limited Medical Care

The U.S. Department of State has advised travelers to exercise increased caution (Travel Advisory Level 2) in Antarctica due to environmental hazards and limited medical care.

Travel Advisory: Increased Caution Advised in Comoros Due to Crime and Civil Unrest

The U.S. Department of State has advised to exercise increased caution (Travel Advisory Level 2) in Comoros due to crime and civil unrest.

U.S. Dept. of State Issues Worldwide Travel Warning

The U.S. Department of State has issued a worldwide travel caution, specifically warning "LGBTQI+ persons and events" about an increased potential for organized terrorist-inspired violence.