Israel Statutory Updates 2024
Here are Israel’s statutory updates for 2024. Effective July 2024 Electronic Travel Authorization for all Foreign Nationals Starting August 1, 2024, the Israeli Ministry of Interior will require all visa-exempt nationals to obtain a valid Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA-IL), known as “Marom ETA-IL,” through an online portal. Applications for this authorization will be accepted beginning […]
Australia Statutory Updates 2024
Here are Australia’s statutory updates for 2024. 2026 Changes to Superannuation Superannuation is currently paid at least quarterly. However, starting from July 1, 2026, it is proposed that employers will be required to pay their employees’ superannuation concurrently with their wages. This change will allow employees to monitor their entitlements more effectively, ensuring timely and […]
United Kingdom Statutory Updates 2024
Here are UK’s statutory updates for 2024. Effective April 2024 Increase of the Minimum Salary Threshold for Skilled Workers From 4 April 2024, The general salary threshold will be raised from £26,200 to £38,700. For Health and Care Workers, the general salary threshold will be increased from £26,200 to £29,000. Skilled Workers who are already […]
Vietnam Statutory Updates 2024
Here are Vietnam’s statutory updates for 2024. Effective August 2024 New Step for Certain Visa Applications All Temporary Resident Card (TRC) and Long-Term Visa (LTV) applications in Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, and Binh Duong provinces to include an additional online submission step, previously required only for Chinese nationals. While this shift aligns with […]
Hong Kong Statutory Updates 2024
Here are Hong Kong’s statutory updates for 2024. Effective July 2024 QR Code Entry for Permanent Residents Effective immediately, permanent residents of Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR can now use a QR code for entry instead of physical documents. This new feature allows for faster entry and reduces the need for physical documents. It […]
Malaysia Statutory Updates 2024
Here are Malaysia’s statutory updates for 2024. Effective December 2024 Malaysia Opens Expatriate Quota Projections for 2025 The Malaysian government now allows employers registered on the Expatriate Services Division (ESD) online portal to submit their Employment Pass (EP) and Professional Visit Pass (PVP) quota projections for 2025. Key Details: Projections for 2025 must be submitted […]
Singapore job market shows healthy signs with increase in job openings
The Singapore job market showed positive signs in 2023 with a significant increase in new job openings, nearly half of which being completely new positions, according to the latest Job Vacancies report by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower. This marks a strong rise compared to previous years and reflects the changing needs of the economy. The […]
Japan revamps its contentious trainee program for foreigners
The controversial Japan foreign trainee program is getting a revamp The Japanese government has approved a revamped policy for its contentious trainee program for foreigners. This updated program emphasises enhanced rights protection, increased job flexibility, and stricter oversight. The decision, made during a ministerial meeting, aligns with recommendations from a government panel last year and […]
Japan marks its first interest rate hike in 17 years
Japan’s central bank has concluded eight years of negative interest rates, marking a significant shift in one of the world’s most aggressive monetary easing strategies aimed at stimulating bank lending and driving demand. In its first interest rate increase in 17 years, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) announced a raise in its short-term policy rate […]
Japan Statutory Updates 2024
We’ve outlined Japan statutory updates for 2024 Effective November 2024 Japan Expands eVISA Eligibility Japan has broadened its electronic visa (eVISA) system to include nationals residing in Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Macao, Mongolia, and South Korea, excluding regions managed by the Consulate General of Japan in Jeju. Eligible applicants can now apply online for single-entry short-term […]
