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Global Immigration Weekly Roundup – 24th September 2018
September 24, 2018
The latest vital immigration news and updates from around the globe in your weekly newsletter from Newland Chase.
HONG KONG: Immigration Authority Allows Dependent Visa Applications for Same-Sex Spouses
The Hong Kong government has revised its immigration policy to allow a same-sex spouse or civil partner, or an opposite-sex civil partner, in a foreign legally-recognized relationship with an eligible sponsor, to apply for a dependent visa.
BRAZIL: Delays Due to Internal Systems Upgrade
The federal Police in Brazil are currently implementing a new internal IT system (SISMIGRA) to replace the previous one (SINCRE).
UK: Migration Advisory Committee Publishes Report on the Impact of Migration from EEA
On 18 September 2018, the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) published its much-anticipated report on the impact of migration from the European Economic Area (EEA).
LUXEMBOURG: Changes to Requirements for Authorisation to Stay
Effective 21 September 2018, amendments to the immigration rules have streamlined the documentary requirements for applications for authorisation to stay for locally-hired non-EEA (third-country) workers.
GREECE: Fee Changes
Effective 12 September 2018, new fees (“stamp duty”) are applicable to non-EU nationals applying for various categories of residence permit.
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