November 07, 2017
Malaysia – Update on Improvements from MDEC on Employment Pass Application Process
As noted previously, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) has announced that, on November 15, 2017, ...
October 27, 2017
Saudi Arabia – Validity of Block Visas Reduced to One-Year
Effective immediately, companies in Saudi Arabia will have to utilize their block visas more quickly ...
October 27, 2017
Singapore – Mobile Phone Numbers Required for Work Permit Issuance or Renewal
Effective November 17, 2017, employers must provide their foreign workers’ mobile phone numbers when completing ...
October 20, 2017
Azerbaijan – No More Post-Arrival Change of Status for Foreign Workers or Business Travelers
Effective immediately, foreign nationals travelling to Azerbaijan for work or business must obtain the appropriate ...
October 20, 2017
Belgium – Minimum Base Salary to Increase in Flanders
Beginning January 1, 2018, the minimum base salary will increase in Flanders. The minimum base ...
October 20, 2017
Guatemala – Legalization of Documents Waived Under Apostille Convention
Effective September 18, 2017, the Hague Apostille Convention has entered into force in Guatemala. Guatemalan ...
October 20, 2017
Malaysia – Improvements Expected by Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation
Effective November 15, 2017, the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) will implement four new process ...
October 13, 2017
India – PIO Cards soon to be Invalid
Effective October 2018, the International Civil Aviation Organization will no longer accept the Person of ...
October 13, 2017
Oman – Salary Threshold Halved for Sponsoring Dependents
Effective immediately, foreign national employees in Oman earning at least OMR 300 (about USD 780) ...
October 13, 2017
United Arab Emirates – Abu Dhabi Dependent Residence Permit Requires Abu Dhabi Tenancy Contract
Effective immediately, foreign nationals employed in Abu Dhabi who wish to sponsor family members for ...