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Canada: Stanley Cup Travel Exemptions Approved for NHL Players
The Canadian government is relaxing travel restrictions for National Hockey League (NHL) teams crossing the U.S.-Canada border for the Stanley Cup event. They are exempt from a 14-day quarantine.
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Canada: Immigration Minister Mendicino Announces Two Hong Kong-Focused PR Programs
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European Union: EU Automated Border Checks for Third Country Nationals Expected to be Implemented by the End of 2022
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Philippines: Additional Information on Labor Market Test Requirements
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Kenya: Clearing Citizenship Application Backlog Also Targets Investors
Kenya has launched a 60-day initiative that aims to provide an easy path to permanent residence for investors.
Kazakhstan: Visa Free Regime Suspended Until Dec. 31, 2021
Kazakhstan has suspended its visa free regime for all foreign nationals until December 31,2021.
Ireland: Long Stay and Pre-clearance Visa Processing Resumed
Irish Consulates are now processing ALL long-stay visas, including D visas.
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Singapore: Update on Work Permit Applications for Dependent's Pass Holders
On May 1, 2021, new regulations took effect for Dependent’s Pass (DP) holders which requires them to obtain a Work Permit, Employment Pass or S pass in order to work in Singapore.
Netherlands: Deadline to Submit Residence Applications for UK Nationals Living in The Netherlands Extended
The deadline to submit residence applications for UK Nationals living in the Netherlands has been extended to October 1, 2021.
France: New Platform Made Available for Talent Passport Applications
On May 25, 2021, France’s newly introduced online platform began accepting Talent Passport applications.
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Israel: Special Permit Now Required for Business Visitors
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the government of Israel has made changes to the entry requirements for foreign nationals arriving as business visitors.
Israel: Employers May Apply for Work Permits and Visas for Preferential Occupations
Until June 8, employers in Israel have a new opportunity to apply for work permits and work visas to hire foreign nationals in preferential occupations of the industry sector.
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Citizens of the EU, EEA or Switzerland are able to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme to continue living in the UK after June 30, 2021
Europe: June 30 Deadline For UK National Resettlement Applications Approaching For Some EU Countries
For U.K. nationals seeking residence in an EU country, deadlines are approaching to obtain the required immigration status.