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NewsIndonesia proposes 100% Visa on Arrival fee hike to Rp1 million
Indonesia's immigration chief has proposed increasing the Visa on Arrival fee from 500,000 rupiah to 750,000 rupiah for electronic applications and 1 million rupiah for airport purchases. While no implementation date is set, the change would significantly increase entry costs for digital nomads and short-stay travelers.
NewsPhilippines moves 9(a) visa applications online for U.S. and Caribbean residents
The Philippines has expanded its online e-Visa system to include U.S. residents and citizens from 19 Caribbean countries. This update allows eligible travelers to apply for entry permits digitally rather than visiting a consulate in person.
NewsIndia adds 11 land and air entry points to e-Visa program
India has expanded its e-Visa entry network to 88 total locations, including nine new land border crossings and two regional airports. This update provides more flexibility for travelers and nomads entering from neighboring countries or flying into secondary hubs.
NewsTaiwan grants 2 year work permit exemption for foreign graduates
A new policy allows foreign graduates of Taiwanese institutions to extend their residency for up to 24 months to find work. This change simplifies the transition from a student visa to a professional resident status for international talent.
NewsAustralia charges A$25 ballot fee for Work and Holiday visa subclass 462
Australia has transitioned the subclass 462 Work and Holiday visa to a randomized ballot system for citizens of China, India, and Vietnam. Applicants must now register for a chance to be selected before they can formally apply for the visa, replacing the previous first-come, first-served model.
NewsUnited Arab Emirates Rent Now, Pay Later service offers 12 payments at 0%
Dubai is partnering with local banks to launch a 'Rent Now, Pay Later' scheme, allowing residents to split large annual rent payments into monthly installments without interest fees. This initiative aims to ease the financial burden on expats and nomads who previously faced massive upfront costs due to the traditional one-to-four cheque payment system.
NewsCanada clarifies which days abroad count toward 730 day residency rule
IRCC updated its official glossary to define how days spent outside Canada count toward residency obligations. The new terms clarify how employment with Canadian businesses abroad affects the calculation for maintaining permanent resident status.
NewsJapan maintains 3 million yen income floor for Highly Skilled Professional visa
The Japanese government is increasing the minimum salary requirements for the Highly Skilled Professional residency status to prioritize high-earning talent. This change tightens eligibility for expats seeking the fast-track route to permanent residency and specialized work privileges.
NewsUnited States adds $4,000 fee for H-1B extensions starting Sept. 9
The Department of Homeland Security is moving to eliminate the 60-day discretionary grace period for foreign professionals who lose their jobs, significantly tightening the timeline to find new sponsorship. Additionally, new biometric fees for H-1B and L-1 extensions and a Public Charge Bond pilot will increase costs for expats.
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