Overview: Poland is entering a new phase of modernization in immigration and consular procedures. Between November 2025 and January 2026, the government will roll out several key reforms under the amended Act on Foreigners  and related regulations. These updates focus on digital transformation , simplified communication , and revised consular fee structures . Key Changes Full Digitalization of Residence Applications Senate approval of the Act on Foreigners amendment (November

Overview: The General Confederation of Trade Unions reports major shifts in migration across the CIS. The region is adopting more digital, transparent, and worker-focused systems to enhance compliance, protection, and mobility for professionals and employers. Key Changes CIS countries — including Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Moldova — are rolling out e-visas, biometric IDs, and online migration platforms to simplify processes while enforcing stricter documentation

Overview:  Hungary and Poland have both expanded personal income tax (PIT) exemptions linked to parenting—significantly changing the net pay picture for women with children (and, in Poland’s case, other parents/guardians too). These rules can materially affect package design, tax equalization, and assignment feasibility for inbound and intra-EU moves. Below is what changed and how to adapt mobility and immigration planning. Key changes  Hungary   From October 1, 2025 , mothe

Overview: Saudi Arabia has introduced landmark rental regulations that will freeze rent increases in Riyadh for the next five years ....

Overview: Effective 1 August 2025, new stamp duty rates apply to Polish citizenship applications. These changes follow the amendment to...

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