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Italy has introduced a Digital Nomad visa, effective April 4th, allowing non-EU passport holders to live and work in the country. This visa targets highly skilled remote workers, requiring an annual income of nearly €28,000 ($30,400), which is three times the minimum required for healthcare cost exemption. Applicants must have a three-year college degree, a professional licence, or substantial experience in their field, along with at least six months of relevant work experience. Proof of accommodation and healthcare coverage is mandatory, with options for private insurance or enrollment in the Italian National Health Service for €2,000 annually. Family members can accompany the applicant, subject to local police approval, but anyone with a criminal record in the past five years is disqualified. Applications must be submitted at the local Italian Consulate before arrival. The visa is valid for one year and renewable within Italy. Upon arrival, applicants have eight days to apply for a residence permit. Self-employed individuals also need an Italian tax VAT number and guidance on local tax obligations. Italy joins Japan in offering Digital Nomad visas to attract high-earning foreign workers. #ItalyDigitalNomadVisa #DigitalNomad #RemoteWork #ItalyVisa #TravelItaly #DigitalNomadLife #RemoteWorkers #WorkAbroad #ItalyLiving #ExpatLife #HighSkilledWorkers #DigitalNomadCommunity

Great news for those planning to visit the UK! Effective from 31 January 2024, the UK has introduced significant changes to its visa rules, making it easier for visitors to engage in a wider range of activities and paid engagements. The one-month Permitted Paid Engagements (PPE) visa for experts in their field coming to the UK to undertake specific paid engagements will no longer exist. Instead, everything currently allowed under the PPE visa will be incorporated into the six-month Standard Visitor visa. However, such activities will have to be carried out in the first month regardless of whether someone chooses to stay longer in the UK. Visitors can now work remotely for their overseas employer while on a UK Visitor Visa, as long as tourism or other non-work activities remain their primary purpose. This means that you can work from the comfort of your hotel room or a cozy cafe while enjoying the scenic beauty of the UK. Visiting professionals can now engage in specific client-related activities, research initiatives, and legal proceedings, with certain conditions. Visiting speakers can now receive payment for their talks in the UK, and the Permitted Paid Engagement (PPE) Visitor route is being merged into the Standard Visitor route, simplifying the visa process. These changes will provide more flexibility to visitors and make the UK a more attractive destination for business and tourism. So, pack your bags and get ready to explore the UK like never before! 🎉🎉🎉 What are you waiting for? Contact us now on 0203 959 3335 or email us at [email protected] & Book your trip to the UK today! #UKVisa #MorganSmithImmigration #VisitVisa #TourismVisa #Business #Immigration #Ukimmigration #ImmigrationLawyers #LatestChanges

The six-country Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is considering a single visa system that will see its residents travel freely between member states, a UAE minister has said. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy, as saying that the regime could be introduced “very soon”. News content - #khaleejtimes The GCC countries have long been known for their economic prowess and business-friendly policies. With their recent announcement of a single visa system for residents, these countries are once again demonstrating their commitment to promoting growth and innovation in the region. As a business owner, this development is sure to have a #positive impact on your bottom line. Firstly, the single #visa system will greatly simplify the process of doing business across the GCC. Currently, companies operating in the region must navigate a complex web of visa requirements and regulations in each individual country. This can be a time-consuming and expensive process, requiring multiple applications and significant paperwork. By streamlining the visa process, the new system will enable businesses to more easily bring in skilled workers from across the region and increase their #efficiency and #productivity. Secondly, the single visa system will create greater mobility for #employees. Currently, many workers face significant barriers to moving between GCC countries due to visa restrictions. This can make it difficult for #businesses to tap into a diverse pool of talent or move employees between offices. By enabling employees to move more freely within the region, the new system will allow businesses to better manage their human resources and respond to changing #market conditions. Finally, the single visa system will also benefit businesses by reducing #costs. The current visa process can be a significant expense, requiring companies to pay for multiple visas, flights, and accommodations. By creating a single, standardized visa, the new system will reduce the administrative and financial burden of doing business in the GCC, freeing up resources to #invest in growth and development. the single visa system for #residents is an exciting development for businesses in the #GCC region. By simplifying the visa process, enabling greater #mobility, and reducing costs, this system will create a more business-friendly environment, supporting growth and #innovation in the region. Abdulla Bin Touq #comment your thoughts

Digital nomads are able to earn a living by working online from locations they choose globally, as opposed to staying in a fixed location for work. The visa means workers are free to explore different countries without having to apply for long-term visas. The digital nomad option has taken off among many workers, especially individuals working in the tech sector. Numerous countries already offer digital nomad visas and this has resulted in a growth in foreign visitors, which brings revenue into the countries. It is common cause that the digital nomad visa would benefit South Africa, and, in particular, the Western Cape because it would mean that tourists extend their visits. According to the department of Home Affairs, the Immigration Act needs to be amended to allow for the introduction of these visas.

📰 Welcome to the latest edition of our newsletter! Our goal is to ensure that you are well informed and equipped with the latest information. Read on to stay ahead, stay compliant, and set the course for success. ________________________________ 🔹 Germany is Exploring Tax Breaks to Get its Citizens to Work Longer Hours Working hours in Europe have been declining ever since the pandemic. Now, Germany has emerged as having the lowest average working hours of any developed economy. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dnPBNCec 🔹 Can you run a UK business as a contractor from abroad? To the query many contractors have this time of year (often as the UK's own weather warms up); 'Can you run a UK business as a contractor from abroad?', the answer is a resounding 'Yes.' However while running a UK business as a contractor from abroad is entirely possible, there are complexities to consider. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dNRGU9Q9 🔹 The EU's New Multiple Visa Scheme is Making it Easier for Indians to Travel to Europe On April 18, 2024, the European Commission approved a new visa scheme, meant specifically for Indian citizens residing in India applying for a Schengen visa. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dHtfCeuj 🔹 Belgium: Changes to Immigration Policy for Foreign National Workers in the Flanders Region From May 1, 2024, significant changes have been implemented in the immigration policy in the Flanders region associated with foreign workers. Read More: https://lnkd.in/diic6kkM 🔹 Digital Nomad Visas Offered by Italy, Japan In April 2024, Italy and Japan launched their own digital nomad visas, joining a growing list of countries that make it possible for foreign nationals to live temporarily and work remotely. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dw3fZnWV 🔹 EU Platform Work Directive Approved The EU's platform work directive, first proposed on December 9, 2021, was finally passed on April 24, 2024. EU member states now have a deadline of two years to enforce the directive locally. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dSJDaYM8

Corporate Immigration update — Japan announced the Digital Nomad Visa is now available to individuals (and family members) for a six month period . Key points to consider include: (1) Interested applicants must be able to show that they are a national of visa-exempt country that also has a bilateral tax agreement with Japan. (2) Applicants have a minimum annual income of at least JPY 10 million (USD 68,300). (3) Applicants hold private medical health insurance covering a minimum of JPY 10 million for death, injury and illness for the duration of their stay in Japan. (4) Digital nomad visa holders are strictly prohibited from being employed by a company in Japan or from earning a salary in Japan. Click here for the full update: https://lnkd.in/eP9XAZSg Please get in touch with us for further information or clarification: Edine Zidi Relocation Services Manager—Japan Santa Fe Relocation 81 (0) 3 3589 6666 [email protected] Robert Day  Group Head of Immigration Operations  Santa Fe Relocation 44 7990 021125 [email protected] #CorporateImmigration #SantaFeRelocation #AssignmentManagement #CompensationManagement #DestinationServices #Immigration #Moving #GlobalMobility #HR #HumanResources #GlobalMobilityMadeEasy

"Shift in Global Passport Rankings: Six Countries Lead in Visa-Free Access" In the past five years, Japan and Singapore have consistently topped the global rankings for having the most powerful passports, granting their citizens visa-free access to 194 countries. However, the latest data from London-based Henley & Partners reveals a significant shift in 2024. Joining Japan and Singapore at the top of the list are four European nations: France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. Passport holders from these countries now enjoy the same level of visa-free access to 194 destinations, marking an unprecedented change in the passport power landscape. Close behind in second place are South Korea, Finland, and Sweden, whose citizens can visit 193 countries without needing a visa. Austria, Denmark, Ireland, and the Netherlands occupy the third spot with access to 192 countries. The United Kingdom ranks fourth, while the United States and Canada are in seventh place, with their citizens able to travel visa-free to 191 and 188 destinations, respectively. Conversely, the situation remains challenging for passport holders from Syria, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iraq, who face significant travel restrictions. They can visit only 29, 28, 34, and 31 destinations without a visa, respectively. The CEO of Henley & Partners, responsible for this latest ranking, noted that despite the average number of visa-free destinations nearly doubling from 2006 to 2024, the disparity in global mobility between the top and bottom-ranked countries has widened considerably. #globalpassportrankings #visafreetravel #henleyandpartners #passportpower #travelaccessibility

Great news for travellers and business professionals to the UK! The United Kingdom is revolutionizing its visa policy, allowing individuals on a tourist visa to engage in work-related activities starting from 31st January 2024. Tourist visa holders can now work with clients and undertake remote work while in the UK, opening new doors for business and tourism alike. This policy change is expected to significantly strengthen the business environment and tourist influx. The Permitted Paid Engagement (PPE) Visitor route will be merged with the Standard Visitor route, streamlining the visa process. Scientists, academics, and lawyers will have special provisions to conduct research, provide advice, act as expert witnesses, and teach. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt emphasizes the government's dedication to enhancing business visitor regulations, aiming to broaden the scope of permissible activities. Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to expand your business and explore the UK. And if you need personalized assistance for a UK visa or any other global destination, don't hesitate to contact Abhinav.com. Their immigration experts offer visa advice for 15 global jurisdictions and over 30 immigration programs, including temporary and permanent residency visas, work permit applications, and study admissions and visas. #ukvisasandimmigration #ukimmigration #ukvisa #uktravel #visituk #UKvisitvisa #ukworkpermit #ukworkvisa #workinuk