Australia Announces New Migration Reforms to Reduce Net Overseas Migration
The Australian Government has announced a series of migration policy changes aimed at achieving its net overseas migration forecasts while supporting priority industries and strengthening visa integrity measures. Read more.
Australia Updates Skilled Visa Processing Priorities Under Ministerial Directions 121 and 122
Australia has introduced new skilled visa processing priorities through Ministerial Directions 121 and 122, expanding priority processing for several industries and establishing separate frameworks for temporary and permanent skilled visas. Read more.
Bahrain Clarifies Dependent Child Residence Permit Requirements
Bahrain released new information on key eligibility, documentation, and processing requirements for employers sponsoring residence permits for employees’ dependent children. Read more.
Bermuda Narrows Ebola Screening Requirements for International Travelers
Bermuda has reduced its Ebola-related travel screening measures and now focuses on monitoring exclusively travelers arriving from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Read more.
Denmark Updates Salary Requirements for Work Permit Applications Effective October 2026
Denmark has introduced a new digital family immigration application system that will become mandatory in October 2026. Read more.
Latvia Extends Enhanced Border Security Operation Through October
Latvia has extended a major border security operation targeting irregular migration along its eastern border with Belarus. Read more.
Norway Proposes New Work-Based Residence Permit for Ukrainians
Norway is proposing a pathway that would allow eligible Ukrainians with temporary protection to obtain employment-based residence permits. Read more.
Norway Restructures Diplomatic Network with New Qatar Embassy and Planned Malawi Closure
Norway has announced changes to its global diplomatic footprint, including plans to open a new embassy in Qatar and close the embassy in Malawi as part of a broader review of the country’s foreign service operations. Read more.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Updates Work Visa Quotas for New Businesses
Saudi Arabia has revised work visa quotas for new businesses, introducing limits based on company age and participation in the Nitaqat and Establishing Programme frameworks. Read more.
