By Alexandra Demeure 27 March 2026 In International News
Starting April 2, 2026, U.S. authorities are significantly strengthening their approach to visitor visas (B-1/B-2) through the expansion of the Visa Bond Pilot Program (VBPP) to 12 additional nationalities, bringing the total
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 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
By Alexandra Demeure 31 July 2025 In International News
Effective September 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) will end most in-person interview exemptions for nonimmigrant visa applications. This measure marks a return to mandatory interviews by default,
By Alexandra Demeure 13 June 2025 In International News
Effective Date: June 9, 2025 President Trump has issued a proclamation imposing visa and travel restrictions on nationals from 19 countries, effective June 9, 2025. These restrictions apply specifically to nationals who
By Alexandra Demeure 28 May 2025 In International News
In December 2023, China introduced a visa exemption program for citizens of six countries, including France, initially allowing 15-day visa-free stays for tourism, business, or family visits. In November 2024,
By Alexandra Demeure 16 May 2025 In International News
The UK Government’s White Paper, presented to Parliament in May 2025, outlines significant changes to the UK’s legal migration framework. These reforms aim to reduce net migration, tighten visa
By Alexandra Demeure 3 April 2025 In International News
Since April 11, 2025, a new registration requirement for immigrant minors aged 14 on U.S. soil is in place. This measure follows President Trump’s Executive Order 14159 of January 25, 2025,
