By Alexandra Demeure 13 February 2026 In International News
On 31 December 2025, Vietnam officially joined the Hague Apostille Convention. The Convention will enter into force on 11 September 2026. This represents a key milestone for foreign professionals, significantly
By Alexandra Demeure 6 February 2026 In International News
Since 26 January 2026, and until 31 December 2028, the People’s Committees at the commune/district level in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, are now responsible for managing the main procedures
By Alexandra Demeure 30 January 2026 In France news
The long-stay ‘Visitor’ visa is often presented as a simple solution for foreign nationals wishing to settle in France without engaging in professional activity. In reality, although it is based on
By Alexandra Demeure 22 January 2026 In France news
Holders of a “Talent – Qualified Employee” or “EU Blue Card – Talent” residence permit may face job loss during the validity of their permit. This situation raises an essential question: can the residence permit
By Alexandra Demeure 13 January 2026 In France news
In the context of professional immigration, work permits are an essential step in many foreign employee recruitment processes. However, over the past several months, processing times have increased significantly, forcing
By Alexandra Demeure 15 December 2025 In France news
Within the framework of professional immigration, the “Talent” long-stay visa is a key step for the settlement in France of highly qualified profiles.Traditionally issued for a short duration, this visa is now
By Alexandra Demeure 8 December 2025 In France news
As of 1 January 2026, several significant changes will come into force in French immigration law. These developments are part of a broader policy aimed at strengthening integration requirements, notably through
By Alexandra Demeure 1 December 2025 In France news
The question of access to professional activity for the spouse holding a “Passeport Talent – Family” residence permit has long raised uncertainties, particularly with regard to business creation. Between legal ambiguities and divergent
By Alexandra Demeure 17 November 2025 In International News
Malaysian authorities have announced stricter procedures for canceling work permits (“Passes”) effective November 18, 2025: The Pass shortening application must be submitted online via the employer’s ESD account before the
By Alexandra Demeure 22 September 2025 In International News
Reminder The H-1B visa allows U.S. employers to hire highly skilled foreign professionals in specialized fields (IT, engineering, healthcare, research, etc.). It is subject to an annual lottery managed by
