The deadlines are approaching for companies submitting standard work permit quota applications for hiring visa-required foreign nationals in 2018, and for quota adjustment.
Applying for a quota is not required for hiring highly qualified specialists (HQS).
RUSSIA – Annual Quota Application Deadlines Imminent
On 3 May 2017, the Department of State requested the right to collect additional information from certain visa applicants worldwide from the Office of Budget and Management. The new information collection powers were quietly implemented on 23 May 2017.
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UNITED STATES – More Rigorous Visa Vetting Implemented
Effective 31 May 2017, Panama has reduced the duration of stay of visitors who are nationals of Colombia, Nicaragua and Venezuela to 90 days (from 180 days previously).
PANAMA – Visits Restricted to 90 Days for Nationals of Colombia, Nicaragua and Venezuela
[UPDATE 12 June 2017] Registration and notarisation (authentication) services have been resumed in Venezuela. Nevertheless, delays of five to seven business days are likely in document processing time.
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VENEZUELA – Document Registration Services Temporarily Suspended [UPDATED]
Effective immediately, nationals of member countries of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) can travel to Argentina for business activities for stays of up to 90 days without requiring a business visa.
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ARGENTINA – Nationals of OECD Countries Now Visa Exempt for Business
Effective 9 June 2017, the Italian government has reintroduced filing fees for applications for a “permesso di sogiorno” residence permit.
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The Autonomous Service of Registration and Public Notary Offices (SAREN) has announced that document registration and notarisation (authentication) services have been suspended until further notice.
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VENEZUELA – Document Registration Services Temporarily Suspended
