Governments worldwide are implementing significant immigration changes, with updates announced this week affecting multiple countries. Notably, the United States proposed wage increases for the PERM and H-1B programs, alongside expanded visa vetting requirements.
Key Details:
- Panama has introduced a new immigration pathway for researchers and exceptional talent.
- Malaysia launched a new online portal and announced an upcoming investor pass.
- India replaced paper disembarkation cards with a new electronic arrival system.
- Sweden expanded the validity of the EU Blue Card and introduced new health insurance requirements.
- Portugal clarified transitional residency rights for non-EU nationals.
- The US proposed wage increases for PERM and H-1B programs and expanded visa vetting requirements.
- Global processing delays are expected during Easter-related closures.
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Source: Fragomen (company)