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Yesterday, Thursday January 29, 2026
UAE Tightens Remote-Working Visa Rules, Doubling Bank-Statement Requirement
Effective 27 January 2026, applicants for the UAE Remote Working Visa must provide six months of bank statements—double the previous requirement. The stricter proof of income raises the bar for eligibility and will lengthen lead times for newly hired remote staff. Corporations and digital nomads should update checklists immediately.
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Jan 29, 2026
CSA poll finds 67 % of French voters back a 2-3-year pause on legal immigration
A CSA survey published on 28 January finds that 67 % of French adults support Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin’s proposal to freeze most legal immigration for up to three years. The strong backing increases the likelihood that tougher visa caps or quota debates will surface before the 2027 presidential race, signalling potential delays and tighter labour-market tests for employers that rely on non-EU talent.
Jan 29, 2026
Polish Parliament Ties Foreigners’ Welfare Benefits to Formal Employment
A new Polish law adopted on 28 January makes most social benefits for foreigners—chiefly the ‘800+’ child allowance—conditional on proof of recent, contributory employment. Employers must be ready to issue payroll certificates quickly, or staff risk losing support from 1 February. The reform is expected to tighten labour-market ties and cut welfare spending.
Jan 29, 2026
Spain Opens Public Consultation on Extraordinary Regularisation Decree
Madrid has published the draft decree that will allow undocumented foreigners residing in Spain before 31 December 2025 to obtain a one-year residence-and-work permit. Stakeholders have 15 days to comment, with applications expected to open in April and close on 30 June 2026. The measure could bring up to 500,000 people into the formal economy, easing labour shortages and expanding the tax base.
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