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🌍 Essential work permit updates for 2025: what you need to know! The global landscape of professional immigration is evolving rapidly, with several countries introducing key changes to their work permit policies in the first quarter of 2025. these updates reflect efforts to address labour market needs, enhance system integrity, and protect the rights of foreign workers. 📌 here are 5 key updates to watch: - United States: Extending automatic work permit validity to 540 days for eligible renewal applicants, effective January 13, 2025. - Poland: Mandatory formal employment contracts for foreign workers, starting July 1, 2025. - Canada: New language proficiency requirements and adjusted post-graduation work permits (PGWP) durations. - France: Stricter employer obligations, including enhanced permit verification and penalties for non-compliance. - Spain: Regularising irregular migrants through work permits, promoting labour market integration. At eomeor.com, we are experts in Employer of Record (EOR) solutions. We help businesses navigate complex global employment challenges, from hiring international talent to managing compliance with local work permit regulations. Our goal is to simplify workforce mobility and empower your business to focus on growth while we handle the details. 💡 Partner with eomeor.com to expand your global workforce with confidence #workpermits #immigrationchanges #internationalmobility #eomeor #globalworkforce #eorsolutions #workplacemobility #2025updates

On Wednesday 5 June 2024 EY hosted the Permits Foundation Conference 2024: Partnering for Progress in Canary Wharf.   🌐 Permits Foundation is an independent, not-for-profit organisation campaigning globally to improve work permit regulations so that partners of highly skilled international employees may directly access employment while in the host country.   ✅The Conference proved to be a success with Q&A sessions, networking opportunities and expert panellists providing updates on key issues including:   ◾Working Rights for Dependants as a Key Success Factor in the Transformation of Global Mobility ◾The Geopolitical Landscape in 2024 ◾Employers as Drivers for Change: Enabling Dual Careers and the Ripple Effect ◾How Employer Support for Dual Careers can Enhance Inclusive Global Mobility Programmes   The theme on the day was the need for host countries to make global mobility more attractive for international employees and their families. Where governments adopt relaxed work permit regulations this can create a ‘triple win’ for host countries, employers, and families alike.   ❓ 🤔 With 2024 being an election year around the world it is interesting to see how political parties tackle the hot topic of immigration. The UK Government has introduced measures to reduce net migration including increasing the Skilled Worker minimum salary threshold and fees for various immigration applications. Alternatively, the Labour Party has stated that it will ask the Migration Advisory Committee to assess the impact of preventing from care workers bringing family to the UK and increasing salary thresholds.   ❗ As the political landscape continues to evolve, organisations such as Permits Foundation continue to push for a more welcoming environment for international talent and their families. Dynamic global mobility policies will create a more attractive experience and benefit all parties involved. Nira Segaran Ellie Ioannou Gauri Joshi

Immigration Update: Luxembourg Implements New EU Blue Card Directive Effective July 1, 2024, Luxembourg has adopted Directive (EU) 2021/1883, easing entry and stay conditions for highly qualified non-EU nationals. Key changes include: Lower salary threshold: EUR 58,968 (previously EUR 88,452) Employment contract: minimum 6 months (previously 1 year) Free labor market access after 12 months (previously 2 years) Flexibility for EU Blue Card holders to change employers after 12 months No diploma required if professional experience of 5 years is relevant Immediate work rights upon residence permit application in another EU state These changes benefit employers and enhance employee rights, making the EU Blue Card more attractive. Employers can expect increased interest from employees in obtaining an EU Blue Card in Luxembourg.

IRCC unveils new work permit under the Innovation Stream of the IMP ● Building Infrastructure for Innovation: Canada is investing in digital infrastructure, such as broadband internet, to ensure that tech companies have the tools they need to succeed. This also includes policies aimed at fostering innovation in sectors like clean energy and healthcare. What is the IMP? The International Mobility Program (IMP) is a Canadian immigration program that allows employers to hire foreign workers without needing to obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). An LMIA is typically required to show that no Canadian worker is available for the position. However, under the IMP, certain workers are exempt from this requirement, making the hiring process faster and more flexible. The IMP includes various work permit exemptions for foreign workers, such as those under international trade agreements (e.g., NAFTA), intra-company transfers, and other categories where the hiring of foreign workers benefits Canada's broader economic, social, or cultural interests. Conclusion The new LMIA-exempt work permit introduced by IRCC represents a significant opportunity for both foreign tech workers and Canadian companies. By streamlining the process for hiring skilled workers from abroad, Canada is positioning itself as a hub for innovation and technological growth. The Global Hypergrowth Project and the broader Tech Talent Strategy are clear indicators of the country’s commitment to becoming a leader in the global tech industry. As Canada continues to make changes to its work permit and LMIA policies, it is evident that the government is taking a balanced approach to both protecting Canadian jobs and fostering innovation through immigration. If you are looking to Study, Work, Visit or Migrate to Canada, talk to I Can Help Immigration Services, at +1 778 239 7861 with RCIC # R413239, Canada’s No.1 Immigration & Visa Company to get the best help you need.

Meet Noreen, our Immigration Specialist and project manager. Noreen navigates the work permit process, working with companies providing a seamless service at a very high standard, providing invaluable advice along the way. See some comments below from Noreen and key points to reflect on! "As Ireland’s economy continues to expand, there is an increasing demand for skilled workers, particularly in technology, healthcare, and engineering sectors." Work Permit Flexibility: The Irish government is expected to adapt work permit regulations to streamline processes, making it easier for businesses to hire international talent. Focus on Critical Skills: Initiatives are likely to prioritise work permits for occupations facing skill shortages, ensuring that key industries can access the talent they need. Long-Term Strategy: Looking ahead to 2025, Ireland aims to balance the influx of international workers with the development of local talent through training and education programs. Economic Resilience: As the country seeks to maintain its economic growth, effective management of work permits will be crucial to addressing workforce demands while fostering sustainable employment opportunities for residents. As an employer looking to hire international talent consider Clark as your Immigration Specialists. For more information on Clark Immigration Services, reach out to Noreen on 045 881888 or email workpermits@clark.ie #workpermit #Immigration #Ireland #employerschoice #trustedpartner #weareheretohelp #ClarkRecruitment #naas #countykildare @countykildarechamber @kildareleo @kildarecountycouncil

Learn about work permits! 3/4 Are you looking for international workers to join your team?  How is the right to work determined on a residence permit application for an employed person (TTOL)?  Here are a few steps in hiring a foreign employee:  1. Find out: The Finnish Immigration Service provides information about foreigners’ rights to work, which residence permit is required for working, and whether a person can work without a residence permit.   2. Contact the Finnish Immigration Service by email (tto@migri.fi) to check an employee’s right to work.  3. Residence permits for employed people are granted in two phases: The TE Office makes a partial decision on the employee's residence permit application. The TE Office’s partial decision is based on an overall assessment of the availability of workers, the employment conditions, and the requirements of the employer and employee. In addition, the partial decision ensures that the employee is capable of earning a livelihood by working. The Finnish Immigration Services makes the final decision on whether to issue a permit.  4. If you have already found an employee, check whether they have the right to work: Ensure that a foreign worker has the required residence permit or right to work without a permit. Check the employee’s documents carefully to ensure they have the right to work in Finland.  For more information, visit the websites of the Uusimaa TE Office https://lnkd.in/dn7n74r6 and the Finnish Immigration Service https://lnkd.in/d__6KeuH.  #workpermit #workinfinland

Finland has reduced the processing time for work-based residence permits, especially for skilled professionals. With processing times now as short as nine days for specialists, the Finnish Immigration Service aims to welcome qualified talent more efficiently. #Finland #LabourShortage #ProcessingTime #ResidencePermits #SkilledProfessionals #StudyPermit #VisaNews #VisaUpdate #WorkPermit

Annually, 70,000 highly skilled migrants relocate to the Netherlands, resulting in many companies relying on external vendors to craft their relocation packages - posing some #HR and #GlobalMobility challenges such as: 🏦 80% outsourcing BSN registration 🛂 77% relying on external immigration services 🏠 70% using temporary housing solutions 💰 55% managing the 30% ruling externally Does this match your experience? Help us refine these findings in our 2024 Employee Relocation Benchmark Report. 👥 Benchmark your employee relocation today and stand a chance to attend our exclusive launch dinner and gain early access to the full report! Link to survey 👉 https://hubs.lu/Q02t7fPZ0 Act now to make more and improve retention and the #EmployeeExperience. 💚 #EmployeeRelocation #HRLeaders #TalentMobility

Around 1 million people each year apply for work permits via the Temporary Foreign Worker Program and other programs ➔ With this announcement, we have to expect high competition, more industry-oriented targets within foreign specialists, and a reduction in the total number of temporary resident permits granted over the next 3 years. Highlights of this post – learn more 👉 What’s your opinion about these changes? #foreignworkersincanada #workincanada

Belgium: Work Permit Regulations Eased in Wallonia Region Effective from September 1, 2024, the Wallonia region in Belgium will implement more lenient rules regarding the issuance of work permits. Key changes include: - New exemptions from the current work permit rules. - More flexible conditions for foreign workers with low to medium skills. - Relaxed requirements for EU Blue Card applications, including a reduction in the required duration of employment contracts. - Easier regulations for changing employers. These adjustments aim to attract a diverse workforce and simplify the bureaucratic process, enhancing Wallonia's appeal as a destination for international talent. #Belgium #WorkPermit