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Talent Without Borders: Unlocking a Diverse Workforce

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18 December 2024 is the UN's International Migrants Day which shines a spotlight on the contributions of migrants around the world. Studies have shown that having a diverse workforce with employees of different cultural...more

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September 2024 Global Immigration Alert

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Please note: while we address certain country-specific updates, this Alert contains information regarding global requirements, policies, and procedures as they stand as of the date of publication. We highly recommend...more

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July 2024 Global Immigration Alert

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Please note: while we address certain country-specific updates, this Alert contains information regarding global requirements, policies, and procedures as they stand as of the date of publication. We highly recommend...more

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Employment or a favour for a friend? 

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A bicycle dealer in Denmark was fined DKK 10,000 (about EUR 1,340) because one of his friends who did not have a work permit had helped him carry a few bikes into the bike shop....more

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Not Selected in the H-1B CAP? Discover Opportunities in Canada: Exploring Alternatives for Talent Retention

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For many highly skilled international workers, securing an H-1B visa in the United States can be elusive. With this year’s lottery results announced, employers find themselves exploring alternative strategies to retain...more

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Streamlining Services: USCIS Auto-Extensions for Work Permits – A Step Towards Efficiency and Relief

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced a Temporary Final Rule extending the automatic extension period for certain Employment Authorization Document (EAD) renewal applicants from 180 days to 540...more

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USCIS Again Increases Auto-Extended Work Permits for Certain EAD Renewals

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced a Temporary Final Rule extending the automatic extension period for certain Employment Authorization Document (EAD) renewal applicants from up to 180 days...more

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April 2024 Global Immigration Alert

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While we address certain country-specific updates, this Alert contains information regarding global requirements, policies, and procedures as they stand as of the date of publication. We highly recommend reviewing any global...more

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Immigration and Global Mobility Update No. 34, February 2024

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Several times a year, our experts from around the world compile an update on immigration and global mobility practice, setting out recent changes to the laws and regulations in their jurisdictions. Here are the highlights of...more

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December 2023 Global Immigration Alert

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Please note, while we address some country-specific updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic, this Alert contains information regarding global restrictions and closures as they stand today. Given the constantly changing...more

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Canada Immigration Updates: Canada Closes Its New H-1B Tech Work Permit Program in Less than 48 hours; Digital Nomad and Start-Up...

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At the end of June 2023, Canada released its first-ever comprehensive Tech Talent Strategy comprised primarily of four, new bold immigration programs and initiatives that are designed to attract and retain foreign STEM talent...more

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Requirement to show citizenship or permanent residency held to be discriminatory

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In a recent decision, the Ontario Court of Appeal unanimously held that human rights law prevents employers from requiring employees to hold Canadian citizenship or permanent residence rather than another kind of work...more

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Work permits extended for graduates

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On 17 March 2023 Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship announced that international graduates with a recently–expired or expiring post-graduation work permit (‘PGWP’) will quality for an additional or...more

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Canada: 18-Month Extension to Post-Graduation Work Permits

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Canada’s post-graduation work permit (PGWP) program allows international graduates of designated Canadian post-secondary institutions to obtain an open work permit to gain valuable Canadian work experience....more

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February 2023 Global Immigration Alert

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Please note: while we address some country-specific updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic, this Alert contains information regarding global restrictions and closures as they stand today. Given the constantly changing...more

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Dear Littler: What employment issues should we keep in mind when hiring seasonal minor employees?

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Dear Littler: We’re a nationwide employer excited that many of the pandemic-related restrictions are starting to ease up. In pre-COVID times, summer was always our busiest season. ...more

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Seyfarth Global Immigration Update: March 2020

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Australia - Changes to Working Holiday Maker Visas for Bushfire Recovery - The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has accepted the recommendation of the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA) to relax and broaden the...more

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Seyfarth Global Immigration Update: February 2020

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China - Expedited Permit Processing for Highly-Skilled Foreign Nationals in Shanghai and Coronavirus Related Travel Restrictions - Effective immediately, certain Category A (highly-skilled) applicants seeking permission to...more

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Preregistration Process Brings Revamp and Uncertainty to H-1B Visa Program

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U.S. employers wanting to hire foreign professionals should identify those eligible for H-1B sponsorship as soon as possible to allow sufficient time to navigate newly required procedures in March 2020, including using the...more

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USCIS Announces Timeline for FY 2021 H-1B Electronic Pre-Registration Process

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On December 6, 2019, USCIS announced that it officially plans to implement the electronic H-1B registration process for petitioners seeking to submit H-1B cap-subject petitions for FY 2021....more

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USCIS to Implement H-1B Registration Process for Upcoming Cap Season

Last week, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that an H-1B cap registration system (from which the annual H-1B lottery will be run) will be implemented for the upcoming fiscal year 2021 H-1B cap...more

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H-1B Work Permit Filings: Will You Beat the Cap? (Updated)

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Seyfarth Synopsis: Employers should identify as soon as possible any current employees and employment candidates who may require H-1B work permit sponsorship before October 1, 2021, given that it is anticipated USCIS will...more

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Canada Launches Global Skills Strategy to Fast-Track Short-Term Entry of High-Skilled Workers

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Seyfarth Synopsis: The Canadian government instituted a new, immediately effective Global Skills Strategy to facilitate entry of skilled workers....more

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China Employment Law Alert: New Work Permit Policy for Expats in China

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Seyfarth Synopsis: A new Work Permit Policy (Policy) is being implemented in China. The Policy had been initially implemented, from October 2016 to March 2017, through a pilot program in a number of regions including...more

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