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Poland, Warsaw: Work Permit Delays
Work permit processing times for Warsaw, Poland have doubled from thirty to sixty days due to new filing procedures that took effect at the beginning of the year. »
United States: March 2010 Visa Bulletin Reveals Minor Advancements
According to the latest Department of State Visa Bulletin, employment-based immigrant visa cut-off dates will move ahead by several weeks in the second preference category (EB-2) for China and just over one week for EB-2 India. The third preference (EB-3) professional and skilled worker subcategory will advance for all countries except Mexico. »
Sweden: New Work Permit Exemptions for Certain Short Stays
As of January 1, 2010, work permits will no longer be required for certain foreign nationals coming to Sweden for short stays (1) to participate in practical training, internal training, or other educational development activities at an affiliated entity in Sweden; or (2) to participate in educational programs, conduct tests, prepare or finish deliveries,... »
United States: USCIS, Immigration Community Respond to the Haiti Earthquake
USCIS has implemented a range of humanitarian programs to provide immigration options to Haitian nationals. These include: Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for qualifying Haitian nationals in the United States. TPS will confer to qualifying Haitian nationals work authorization and protection against deportation for up to 18 months. The Haiti TPS application period started January 21... »
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... »
Russia: 2010 Quota-Exempt Occupations Announced
The Russian government has released the list of occupations that are exempt from work authorization quotas for 2010. After January 23, employers may apply for work authorization for foreign nationals in these occupations even if they did not submit an application for a 2010 quota allotment. »
India: New Limitations on Issuance and Use of Tourist Visas
Holders of Indian tourist visas are now required to wait at least two months from their last departure from India before re-entering the country for tourism. Exceptions may be available under certain circumstances. »
United States: New USCIS Guidance Imposes Enhanced H-1B Evidence Requirements and Eligibility Standards
Under new guidance from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, H-1B petitioners will need to demonstrate that they have the right to control the foreign beneficiary’s work. This means that petitioners will have to provide extensive documentation of their employer-employee relationship with H-1B beneficiaries and may see stricter agency adjudications where the necessary relationship and... »
United States: Immigration Reform Bill Introduced in the House
The Comprehensive Immigration Reform for America’s Security and Prosperity (CIR ASAP) Act of 2009 was introduced on December 15. The bill addresses a wide range of issues, including border security, worksite enforcement, legalization and visa reform. While the bill would expand opportunities for permanent legal immigration, it would also incorporate many restrictive provisions for... »
United Kingdom: Migration Advisory Committee Announces Tier 1 Recommendations
The United Kingdom’s Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has recommended a number of changes to the country’s immigration programs for highly skilled foreign nationals under the Points Based System, including adjusting the points allocation for previous salary figures and lowering the minimum education requirement. The MAC’s recommendations will not take effect without further action by... »