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Personnel Today: “Immigration rules on same-sex partners remain tough”
“According to data from 132 countries gathered by immigration law firm Fragomen, eight countries have relaxed their laws or practices regarding same-sex relationships and immigration since 2017.” Permits Foundation feature with Fragomen and NetExpat in this Personnel Today article on immigration rules on same sex partners, published on 24 May 2019.
Read moreExpat Network: “Trend In Dependent Visas Generally Positive But Not In All Markets”
“Fragomen, the leading immigration law firm, has published research on the workings of immigration systems across 113 countries. The research investigates the extent to which government immigration systems either restrict or allow the entry/settlement of ‘people who bring their partner/other dependents with them’ – particularly in terms of whether they will be able to work […]
Read moreWorldwide ERC: “Immigration Policies for Dependent Spouses and Same-Sex Partners: What is the Road Ahead?”
“An analysis of global immigration policy over recent years shows that countries are reducing administrative burdens for dependents and are relaxing policies regarding same-sex spouses and partners.” Some examples of these policies are discussed in this Worldwide ERC article written by Fragomen’s Sonya B Cole, published on 13 May 2019.
Read moreFinancial Times: “Business leaders warn against curbs on migrants’ dependants”
Permits Foundation Board member Julia Onslow-Cole features in this Financial Times article raising concerns about UK immigration rules post Brexit in relation to family members of lower-skilled workers. Visit the Financial Times site to read the article published on 8 May 2019.
Read moreIrish Times – “Partners of critical skills permit holders to be given ‘direct access’ to Irish labour market”
“Ireland was one of the only countries in the EU which did not allow partners of highly-skilled workers direct access to work.” This article was published in the Irish Times on 6 March following the government announcement that spouses and partners of critical skills employment permit holders will have full access to the employment market. […]
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