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18-12-2024

China Expands Visa-Free Transit to 10 Days, Adds 21 New Ports

China Japan

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China has extended its visa-free transit policy to allow eligible foreign travellers a 10-day stay (240 hours). Effective December 17, 2023, the update increases visa-free entry/exit points from 39 to 60 across 24 provinces.

Newly added ports include key airports in regions like Shanxi, Hainan, and Zhejiang. Eligible travellers from 54 countries can explore broader areas, with some provinces allowing travel throughout their entirety.

To qualify, passengers must present a valid passport, onward ticket, and completed landing card. This policy aims to boost tourism, business, and cultural exchanges while supporting China’s economic openness and international engagement.
18-12-2024

Skilled Migrants Contribute More to UK Finances Than Local Workers, Report Shows

United Kingdom

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A report by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) reveals that skilled migrants in the UK contribute significantly more to public finances than British workers. In 2022-23, a skilled worker visa holder contributed an average of £16,300 in their first year, compared to £14,400 from a British worker.

Households of skilled migrants added £12,000, while British households had a negative impact of £4,400. Higher earnings and tax contributions drive this difference.

The report highlights labour shortages in key sectors, with employers favouring skilled migrants over local hires due to pay and conditions. The government debates tighter migration policies amid fiscal challenges.
18-12-2024

New Zealand Removes Median Wage Requirement for Work Visas: Employers Welcome Changes

New Zealand

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New Zealand's Immigration Minister Erica Stanford announced changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV), effective March. The median wage requirement has been removed, making it easier and more affordable for businesses to hire skilled and unskilled migrants.

Employers praised the move, calling it a step toward addressing labour shortages and reducing inflationary pressures. Retail and hospitality sectors, in particular, benefit from this change, as it lowers barriers to filling minimum wage roles.

Business leaders emphasized the need for further improvements to the immigration system, such as reducing bureaucracy and enhancing efficiency. The changes aim to make New Zealand more attractive to skilled migrants and boost economic growth.
18-12-2024

USCIS Finalizes H-1B Visa Rule Before Trump’s Return to White House

United States

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The Biden administration published a final rule on H-1B visas before Donald Trump’s potential return to office. The rule adjusts the definition of “speciality occupation,” requiring a logical connection between a degree and job duties. Changes remove restrictive measures but maintain site visit provisions.

Employers must prove jobs are “bona fide” and align documentation with petitions. The rule eliminates the “itinerary requirement” and supports H-1B cap exemptions for nonprofits and entrepreneurs.

It reinstates deference to prior approvals and extends “cap-gap” student protections. A new Form I-129 will be mandatory by January 17, 2025. These changes aim to balance business needs with stricter compliance.

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