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14-10-2024

France to Propose Stricter Immigration Law for 2025, Extending Detention Limits

France

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#policy

The French government plans to introduce a new immigration law by 2025, which could extend the detention period for undocumented migrants from 90 to 210 days. This move, defended by Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau, aims to address evolving security challenges.

The law may also tighten regularization rules for undocumented migrants, particularly in family cases. Despite potential opposition in Parliament, the government seeks broad consensus without relying on the far-right National Rally.

The last immigration bill passed in 2024 caused divisions within President Macron’s coalition and led to Health Minister Aurélien Rousseau's resignation.
15-10-2024

NZ and Migration 5 Partners Discuss Sharing Criminal Data, Including Own Citizens'

New Zealand

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New Zealand and its Migration 5 (M5) partners – Australia, Canada, the US, and the UK – are discussing sharing criminal data, possibly including their citizens' information.

M5, which mirrors the Five Eyes intelligence alliance, already exchanges migrant travel and visa details. However, discussions are underway about querying each other’s criminal databases for visa and immigration purposes, including refugee claims.

New Zealand chairs the group and hosted its first face-to-face meeting in Wellington this year. Opposition MPs say oversight is needed to ensure transparency as the scope of data sharing is determined.
15-10-2024

Indonesia Issues Nearly 500 Golden Visas in Two Months, Aims for 1,000 by Year-End

Indonesia

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#investmentvisa

Indonesia's Golden Visa Program, launched in July 2024, has attracted nearly 500 applicants in just two months. The program offers residency to wealthy foreigners in exchange for financial investments.

Investors must contribute $2.5 million for a five-year visa, while a ten-year visa requires $5 million. Alternatively, deposits of $350,000 and $700,000 can secure residency for five and ten years, respectively.

The program aims to boost Indonesia's economy and attract high-quality investors. President Joko Widodo emphasized Indonesia's strong political and economic stability, making it a promising destination for global talent and investment.
15-10-2024

Record Surge in Finnish Citizenship Applications as New Rules Approach

Finland

#citizenship

Finnish authorities received a record 2,124 citizenship applications in September 2024, with over 2,000 submissions during the third quarter. The surge is linked to newly tightened residency requirements.

Starting in October, the required residency period for citizenship increased from five to eight years, prompting many to apply before the change. Under the new rules, only 365 days abroad count towards residency, with stricter limits.

Language-proficient applicants now face a five-year residency requirement. In 2023, Finland granted citizenship to 12,224 foreigners, the highest ever, with most new citizens coming from Asia, particularly Russia, Iraq, and Syria.

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