The current cost-of-living crisis has wide-reaching implications for employers and employees. Here Ius Laboris lawyers in a range of countries explore issues relating to pension schemes, and to employees working from another country. Accede al CONTENIDO completo Fuente: Sagardoy Abogados
According to reports, South Africa has the widest income gap in the world. This income equality demands a commitment to transparency, collaboration and empowerment. In addition to the country’s current laws and legal developments that address this gap, further laws and regulations around pay transparency are predicted to be announced in the coming years. Accede […]
The Minister of Home Affairs in South Africa has extended the validity period of legally issued visas, which expired during the period of the national lockdown in South Africa. These visa holders are permitted to remain in South Africa, under the existing conditions of their visas, until the expiry date of their relevant extension. Accede […]
This past month gave us quite a few glimmers of hope for a brighter future when it comes to immigration, relocation, and the world of work: Spain is simplifying the process of granting permits and visas for foreigners working in the audiovisual industry. This comes some months after their announcement of a digital nomad visa, so exciting times ahead […]
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka last night devalued the rupee by 15%, moving the exchange rate against the US dollar from USD 1 / LKR 200 to LKR 230. This is one of several steps that will be needed if the economy is to avoid a full-blown debt crisis. Accede al CONTENIDO completo Fuente: Eca International
With the re-emergence of business travel and workforce mobility following the pandemic, many organisations are considering a re-evaluation of their global mobility policies. Accede al CONTENIDO completo Fuente: Sterling Lexicon
Following the measure implemented by the Department of Home Affairs in January 2022 for all long-term visa applications (for durations of stay 90 days and over) to be adjudicated in Pretoria instead of the South African consular posts, there has been a backlog of applications and significant processing delays due to staff shortages. Accede al CONTENIDO completo […]
The South African cabinet announced changes to Adjusted Alert Level 1 on 31 January 2022, effective immediately. From 31 January this year, persons who test positive for COVID-19, but are non-symptomatic, need not isolate. Anyone presenting with symptoms of COVID-19 must isolate for seven days. Accede al CONTENIDO completo Fuente: Baker McKenzie
In an attempt to address the backlog in processing visa applications and outcomes on waiver applications, the Department of Home Affairs in South Africa has extended the below temporary measures with immediate effect. Accede al CONTENIDO completo Fuente: Baker McKenzie
Sweden’s Migration Agency continued to announce changes to the country’s immigration process, including a proposal to raise the minimum salary threshold, and a phasing out of Sweden’s “Fast Track” certification. Accede al CONTENIDO completo Fuente: Newland Chase
