Discover the latest global mobility resources and news updates from Envoy Global.
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The EU Blue Card and Other Global Work Authorizations
Learn about the EU Blue Card and other popular global work authorization options for employers sending talent abroad to the European Union and other countries.
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Canada: Online Application System Now Available for Quebec Experience Program
Individuals who are applying for permanent residency in Canada through the Quebec Experience Program can now apply online using the Arrima platform. The changes take effect on January 26, 2021.
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Qatar: Travel and Entry Restrictions Remain Following Normalization of Relations
On January 6, 2021, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt, and the UAE resumed diplomatic relations with Qatar. Some entry and travel restrictions are still in effect as the countries restore relations.
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UK: Post-Brexit Guidelines Established for UK and EU Relations
A Trade and Cooperation Agreement has been approved governing post-Brexit relations between the EU and UK.
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Biden Plans to Reinstate COVID-19 Travel Restrictions for the UK, Europe and Brazil
The incoming Biden administration has announced plans to block President Trump’s executive order ending COVID-19 travel bans in Europe and Brazil.
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UAE: IATA COVID-19 Travel Pass to be Used on Flights from Abu Dhabi
The Government of the UAE has introduced a COVID-19 travel pass for certain travelers flying from Abu Dhabi. The travel pass will permit passengers with negative COVID-19 test results to fly.
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UK: COVID-19 Travel Ban Extended to South America and Portugal
Following the discovery of a new COVID-19 variant in Brazil, the Government of the UK has issued a travel ban for South America and Portugal.
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Turkey: Minimum Salary Wages Posted for Work Permits
The Turkish government has issued new minimum wage requirements for foreign work permit holders.
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Croatia: Post-Brexit Work and Residency Guidance is Available for UK Nationals
The Croatian government has provided new guidance for UK nationals living and working in the country after December 31, 2020.
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Bulgaria: New Guidance Announced for UK Nationals Following Brexit Transition
The Bulgarian government has issued additional details for UK nationals residing in the country after December 31, 2020.
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China: New Online Portal Launched for Foreign Work Permit Applications
The Expert Bureau will use a new online portal through the Ministry of Science and Technology’s (MOST) Service Platform to integrate processing of foreign nationals’ work permit applications.
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Ireland: New Residence Process Announced for Non-EEA Family Members of UK Nationals
The Irish government has introduced a new post-Brexit residence process for non-EEA family members of UK nationals.
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Russia: HQS Salary Notifications Due January 29, 2021
By January 29, 2021, employers must submit quarterly notifications on the salaries that they paid to highly qualified specialists (HQS) in the fourth quarter of 2020.
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Russia: Approvals for Entry Now Available for HQS Dependents
In accordance with governmental decree No. 3675-p, family members of HQS employees may enter Russia.
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Portugal: New Minimum Wage Levels Announced for 2021
The Portuguese government has increased minimum wage levels nationwide for 2021. Minimum wage levels will increase to EUR 665 per month.
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Singapore: New Reporting Requirements Announced for Work Pass Holders
Work Pass holders must notify the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) of any change in their mobile number or residential address within five days of the change.
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Vietnam: New Decree to be Published Impacting Foreign Nationals Working in Vietnam
On February 15, 2021, the government will introduce Decree 152/2020/ND-CP with regulations for foreign nationals working in Vietnam.
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Belgium: Government Announces Post-Brexit Work and Residency Application Guidance
The Belgian government has provided more details for UK nationals on obtaining a new work or residency permit following the Brexit transition.
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Luxembourg: Minimum Salary Levels Announced for 2021
On January 1, 2021, minimum salary levels increased in Luxembourg for certain workers. Nationwide, Luxembourg’s minimum wages increased by 2.8% for affected categories.
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France: New Minimum Wage Levels Announced
The French government has announced new minimum wages, effective January 1, 2021.
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