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Brain gain: recruiting exceptional talent from outside the UK

The UK Border Agency has recently announced the introduction of its new Tier 1 ‘Exceptional Talent’ route which makes provision for the brightest and best in the fields of science, humanities, engineering and the arts to come to work in the UK. This briefing outlines the application process.

Law Firm: Eversheds | Published: 16 August 2011 | Practice Area: Immigration

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Canada – business immigration manual

Baker & McKenzie provides an in-depth guide discussing immigration issues and legal requirement for businesses in Canada.

Law Firm: Baker & McKenzie | Published: 16 June 2011 | Practice Area: Immigration

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Evolution of US immigration enforcement strategy

The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement policy towards employment of unauthorised aliens has evolved considerably over the last three years, and this briefing provides a practical review for employers that must cope with this changing environment.

Law Firm: Baker & McKenzie | Published: 27 May 2011 | Practice Area: Immigration

Immigration – a practical guide for employers

Travers Smith provides an overview of the points-based immigration system, the main features of the sponsorship licensing system and the key changes in the pipeline for employers. It also provides practical guidance on the employer’s duty to prevent illegal working and the penalties which apply.

Law Firm: Travers Smith | Published: 21 April 2011 | Practice Area: Immigration

Employers beware - tougher immigration regulations are now in force

The Government recently introduced significant changes to the Points Based Immigration System. These changes will affect Tier 2 (Intra company transfers). Wragge & Co discusses how these changes will affect employers.

Law Firm: Wragge & Co | Published: 11 April 2011 | Practice Area: Contract of Employment and Statutory rights

Major shake up to student visa regime

In January the Government held a consultation exercise over proposed changes to the student visa regime. Now, following closure of the consultation period on 31 January 2011 the Home Secretary has formally announced the new student immigration policy. Eversheds highlight the key policy changes.

Law Firm: Eversheds | Published: 08 April 2011 | Practice Area: Education

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New UAE labour reforms relating to part-time employment

Further new developments have been announced on matters concerning UAE labour laws. Hadef & Partners details the five new work permits with a particular focus on part-time work permits.

Law Firm: Hadef & Partners | Published: 15 March 2011 | Practice Area: Contract of Employment and Statutory rights

The UK's message to India - an open door for business?

Eversheds' India Group provides information about alternative immigration routes into the UK, highlights recent changes to immigration law, and summarises the relevant applications and categories.

Law Firm: Eversheds | Published: 08 March 2011 | Practice Area: Immigration

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Work permits for foreigners employed in Vietnam

Lorenz & Partners provides a general overview of the issues faced by foreigners relating to Vietnamese work permits when setting up business in the country.

Law Firm: Lorenz and Partners | Published: 14 February 2011 | Practice Area: Immigration

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The seamless job transfer – will it ever exist in the UAE?

Hadef reviews the recent changes brought into effect by UAE Cabinet Resolution No. 25 of 2010 which deals with employment transfers.

Law Firm: Hadef & Partners | Published: 04 February 2011 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement

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