Czechia Employee Card Job Change Rules
Czechia has published detailed guidance for third-country nationals holding an Employee Card who intend to change employers or job positions. Read more.
Denmark Updates Job Seeking Permit
Denmark introduced new rules in September 2025 for foreign nationals who lose their job through no fault of their own. Read more.
Denmark Updates Income Threshold
Denmark uses annual income statistics to set minimum salary thresholds for foreign nationals applying under specific work schemes. Read more.
Denmark Updates Afghan Evacuee Law Repealed
Denmark announced in September 2025 that the Special Law for Evacuated Persons from Afghanistan, enacted in response to the Taliban takeover in 2021, will be repealed on 1 July 2026. Read more.
Gulf Cooperation Council Announces Next Steps for Unified Visa Initiative
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) announced in September 2025 that it will introduce a Schengen-style visa enabling travel across Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman under a single permit. Read more.
Japan Expands eVisa Access and Eligibility Rules
Japan has updated its visa policy to broaden access to its electronic visa (eVISA) system and refine conditions for short-term entry. Read more.
Kuwait Introduces New Salary Compliance Mandate
Kuwait announced a major compliance update for companies operating under its labor system. Starting 1 November 2025, the Public Authority for Manpower (PAM) will require full integration of all salary approvals and transactions with the AS’HAL Salary Portal. Read more.
Norway Suspends Returns to Gaza Amid Security Concerns
Norway has temporarily suspended all forced returns to Gaza, citing the worsening security conditions in the region. The decision was jointly announced by the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) and the Immigration Appeals Board (UNE). Read more.
Poland Announces Full Border Closure with Belarus
Poland has extended a temporary restriction on the right to submit applications for international protection at its border with Belarus, reinforcing its broader border security measures. Read more.
South Africa’s New ETA System for Tourists
South Africa has launched a new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system aimed at simplifying and accelerating foreign tourist entry. Minister Leon Schreiber announced the ETA as part of broader reforms to modernize South Africa’s visa system and boost tourism and economic growth. Read more.
United Arab Emirates Entry Permit Application Update
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) issued a new directive requiring all applicants for new entry permits to upload a copy of the external passport cover along with their application documents. This update applies to all nationalities and is effective immediately. Read more.
