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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... »
United Kingdom: Upcoming Immigration Changes in 2010
This spring, the UK Border Agency (UKBA) is expected to introduce more stringent overseas employment requirements for new intracompany transferees and limit their ability to apply for permanent residence. The UKBA will also introduce new internship and work experience categories for foreign nationals and is also expected to loosen compliance requirements for foreign nationals... »
UK: Migration Advisory Committee Recommends Changes to Shortage Occupation List
The United Kingdom’s Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has recommended a number of changes to the list of occupations for which employers may sponsor foreign workers under Tier 2 of the Points Based System without the need to conduct a labor market test. The MAC’s recommendations will not take effect without further action by the... »