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Botswana Launches Citizenship By Investment Programme

Botswana, Africas leading diamond producer, is accelerating efforts to diversify its economy with the introduction of a new Citizenship By Investment (CBI) programme, unveiled in September 2025.

Poland proposes tougher rules for foreigners to obtain citizenship

The new measures would increase the minimum residency period from three to eight years and require applicants to take a test proving they are integrated and sign a declaration of loyalty.

Czech Your Paperwork - Hiring Foreign Employees in the Czech Republic

the hidden pitfalls that Czech employers face when hiring foreign workers.

Egypt Offers Permanent Residency Applications

Egypt's permanent residency now includes several practical routes that range from work and study visas

Routes to British citizenship: A practical guide for applicants and employers

There are multiple routes to obtaining British citizenship depending on the individuals background whether youve settled in the UK, have a British parent, are stateless, or fall within new eligibility categories such as Irish citizens.

Germany scraps three year fast track citizenship for highly skilled immigrants - BusinessToday

Germanys parliament has rescinded a fast-track citizenship programme, a move reflecting shifting attitudes on migration in Europes economic powerhouse.

Thailand: Mandatory Online Work Permit and Foreign Worker Registration System Forthcoming

Starting October 13, 2025, foreign workers in Thailand and their employers will need to use a new online platform called e-Work Permit to file foreign worker registrations and work permit applications.

How to Move to Ireland as a Tech Professional: A Guide to the Critical Skills Employment Permit

It's not officially termed a tech visa, but Ireland's Critical Skills Employment Permit (CSEP) serves a similar purpose.

Thailand Visa-Free Entry Limits: How Many Visits Before Immigration Flags You

In this video, Pear, a visa consultant at Siam Legal, answers the question of how many visits you can make to Thailand without a visa and without being flagged by immigration.

Obtaining Italian Citizenship Through Marriage Or Civil Partnership

Gaining Italian citizenship through marriage or civil partnership is one of the most recognised pathways to becoming an Italian national, though it is governed by specific legal conditions and administrative procedures.

How Indians Can Get Permanent Residency In Barbados

Barbados offers permanent residency through the Special Entry and Residence Permit (SERP) programme, which is an investment-based residency scheme similar to a golden visa.

D7 vs Golden Visa: Which Route to Portugal Is Right for You in 2025

For non-EU nationals, two routes dominate the conversation: the D7 Visa and the Golden Visa. Both can lead to residency and eventually citizenship, but they serve very different lifestyles and financial profiles.

Belgium golden visa: How you can secure residency, citizenship through business investment

Foreign investors and entrepreneurs from outside the European Union can obtain Belgian residency by investing in the countrys economy or setting up a business.

Top 5 Mistakes When Applying for a Work Permit in Indonesia

A single mistake in your work activities can put your professional career at risk. To help you avoid unnecessary stress, here are the top five mistakes people make when applying for a Work Permit in Indonesia.

Canada Visa Rules Change 2025: New Rules, Eligibility Application Process

In 2025, the government has announced some Canada Visa Rules Change, with updating the process of application, qualification, and transition to permanent residency.

Remote Work in Poland: Beware the Hidden Tax Trap

Foreign companies deciding to employ staff in Poland under a remote-work model must be aware of the risk in creating a permanent establishment (PE) in Poland.

Applying for attestation of certificates for education simplified through e-Sanad portal

Simplified process for Indian citizens to apply for certificate attestation and apostilles through e-Sanad portal, now available in Chennai.

How to get a birth certificate in India

The birth has to be registered with the concerned local authority, which issues the certificate. In the urban areas, Municipal Corporation or Municipal Council issues the certificate. In rural areas the Tehsildar or the Gram Panchayat Office issues it.

Filipinos can now view birth, marriage, death certificates online

The Philippine Statistics Authority is now making it easier for Filipinos to view official records like marriage and birth certificates online.

Police clearance, birth and death certificates to go online

Guyanese will soon be able to apply online for key government documentsincluding police clearances, and birth and death certificates

Malta Citizenship And Residence

Explore leading investment migration opportunities in Europe through Malta's Citizenship by Investment (MEIN) and Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP).

Portugal Golden Visa New Rules 2025: What Investors Need to Know

The Portugal Golden Visa new rules 2025 mark the biggest change in the program since it started in 2012.

How To Apply For A Work Permit In Kenya In 2025

If you are a foreign national planning to live, work, invest, or volunteer in Kenya, obtaining a valid work permit is mandatory.

Anguilla Apostilles and Document legalization

If you need to submit Anguilla documents to the authorities of another country, for example, as part of a foreign visa, residency or citizenship application, these documents may need to be legalized to prove their authenticity.

Official 2025 Beijing Visa, Residence Guide Drops for Foreigners

The 2025 Welcome to Beijing: Guidance on Entry, Exit, and Residence Services for Foreigners is out.

Japanese Government to Tighten Requirements for Business Manager Work Permit

The Immigration Services Agency of Japan (ISA) announced that it will revise the requirements for the business manager work permit.

Irish citizenship by descent the popular application for foreign birth registration

For those seeking Irish citizenship based on ancestry, registration on the Foreign Births Register (FBR) remains the central gateway.

Certificate of no criminal record now available online

Minister of Internal Affairs announced the possibility of obtaining a paper certificate of no criminal record online. The service can be ordered through the Ministry of Internal Affairs website or the Diia application, choosing a convenient way to receive it.

New Zealand to relax Golden Visa property rule

Most foreign nationals have been exempt from buying property since 2018, but new government changes will make it possible for golden visa holders to do so from early 2026.

What Visa Do I Need To Get Married in the UK

If you currently reside outside of the UK and wish to marry or enter into a civil partnership in the UK, there are two main routes available: a Marriage or Civil Partner Visit visa or a Fiancé visa.

India Launches Instant Digital Birth Certificates

Starting September 2025, India has launched a nationwide digital birth certificate system that allows citizens to apply for and receive birth certificates online within minutes, ending the need for physical queues at government offices.

Algeria: Hague Apostille Convention to Take Effect in 2026

Algeria has acceded to the Hague Apostille Convention, effective in early 2026, simplifying legalization of public documents for global use.

Thailand Introduces Destination Thailand Visa Giving Digital Nomads Five Year Multiple Entry Access

As of now, Thailand has rolled out a new visa program aimed at remote workers from all corners of the globe. Its called the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) and it seeks to meet the increased interest among digital nomads in long-term stays of far longer than a vacation.

Avoid Common UK Sponsor Licence Mistakes

the most frequent errors employers make when applying for and managing UK sponsor licences (video)

Navigating US Immigration: 8 Key Visa Pathways for International Tech Startups

When it comes to your immigration options, there is no one-size-fits-all solution; the US does not offer a single startup visa.

How To Apply For A Canada Work Permit: A Step-by-Step Guide

Step-by-step guide to applying for a Canada work permit. Learn who needs a permit, how to apply, what documents you need, and how to extend or change your permit.

Business immigration to Canada: Pathways and processes

This article is part of a practical series written for international companies looking to establish, launch, operate or invest in a business Canada.

New K Visa In China Offers Global Talent Easier Access To Science, Tech, Business, And Travel Opportunities

China is set to launch the highly anticipated K Visa this Fall 2025, aiming to attract global talent in science, technology, and travel industries.

French Citizenship: How to Track Your Application Online

how to track your French citizenship nationality application via the ANEF website and what each step on the timeline means.

Why the Greece Golden Visa is a top choice for Schengen residency

Greece presents Golden Visa program. Foreign investors can get residence permits through investments. A minimum investment starts at EUR 250,000.

New Business Investor Visa to support growth

The Business Investor Visa (BIV) will provide a pathway to residence for business migrants.

Vietnamese Citizenship Now More Accessible To Foreign Investors

The recent amendments to the Vietnamese Law on Nationality, effective July 1st, 2025, introduce key changes that significantly ease the path to citizenship for foreign investors.

Malaysia Permanent Residency

Permanent residency in Malaysia grants foreigners the right to live, work, and study in the country indefinitely. While PR holders do not enjoy certain rights reserved for citizens, such as voting, they still benefit from many local privileges.

Oman to unveil golden visa, digital trade reforms to boost investment

Omans golden visa scheme follows similar programmes in Gulf neighbours such as the UAE and Saudi Arabia, which have sought to attract foreign investors by offering long-term residency rights to entrepreneurs and investors.

Work Permits in Indonesia (2025 Edition): A Comprehensive Guide

In 2025, major reforms reshaped the process. The former Notification system gave way to a two-step manpower approval process: Hasil Penilaian Kelayakan RPTKA (HPK RPTKA) and Pengesahan RPTKA (Attestation).

Legalisation of foreign citizens in Ukraine: key points

A temporary residence permit is one of the main legal mechanisms for foreign citizens to remain in Ukraine. It allows them to stay legally in the country for at least one year, with the possibility of extension, and to travel freely in and out of Ukraine without obtaining a visa each time, which is a significant convenience.

New Regulations on Work Permits for Foreign Workers in Vietnam

Decree 219 introduces a major procedural reform by integrating the procedure for reporting and explaining the demand for foreign workers into the work permit application process.

Bulgaria Golden Visa 2025: Schengen entry, PR on day one, and citizenship after 5 years

Unlike the countrys previous Citizenship by Investment scheme, which ended in 2022, the Golden Visa provides direct permanent residency from the outset, along with a pathway to citizenship after five years of legal residence.

UK-India Free Trade Agreement Business Mobility explainer

As part of the UK-India Trade Agreement, a chapter had been agreed on business mobility, which will lock in access for short term business travel into India and the UK. This will give UK businesses and professionals a guarantee that existing access to the Indian market will continue.

New free access to European criminal record certificate

Portuguese citizens without a criminal record who request a national criminal record certificate online will automatically have access to the European version of the document.