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A chronological listing of all GMS Flash Alerts from 2020 to present.
06/30/2022: South Africa – Issues Around Auto-Assessments for Individuals Filing Tax Returns
06/30/2022: Ireland – Update on SARP Guidance from Revenue
06/29/2022: Romania – Fiscal Code Changes Rules on Investment Income
06/28/2022: Canada – Underused Housing Tax Obligations and Interplay with Provincial, Local Taxes
06/28/2022: Belgium – Mandatory Integration Programme for Brussels Region As of 1 June 2022
06/24/2022: Thailand – Long-Term Resident Visa for ’High-Potential’ Foreign Nationals
06/23/2022: People’s Republic of China – Cancellation of the Invitation Letter Requirement
06/22/2022: Ireland – Suspension of Re-Entry Visa Requirements for Minors under 16
06/22/2022: Ireland – EU Social Security Regulations and Temporary Remote Working
06/21/2022: Germany – Circular Indicates Opinion of Tax Administration on Taxing Crypto-Assets
06/21/2022: Finland – Changes for Residence Permits for Researchers and Students
06/21/2022: Argentina – Update on Scope of Informative Tax Filings 2021
06/17/2022: Canada – Suspension of COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate & Randomized Testing
06/17/2022: European Union – COVID-19 Measures for Social Security Extended Through 2022
06/17/2022: European Union – Update on COVID-19 Digital Certificate
06/17/2022: United States – July 2022 Visa Bulletin
06/16/2022: Finland – Introducing D Visa and Fast Track Processing for Specialists, Start-Up Entrepreneurs
06/16/2022: Hong Kong – Apportionment of Income for Double Taxation Relief
06/15/2022: South Africa – Visa Process Centralised in Head Office
06/13/2022: United States – Negative COVID-19 Test Requirement Lifted for Entry by Air
06/09/2022: People’s Republic of China – COVID-19: Immigration Policy Updates
06/07/2022: Argentina – Filing and Payment Deadlines Extended for Individuals
06/06/2022: Italy – COVID-19: Removal of Restrictions for Those Entering or Returning to Italy
06/03/2022: Hong Kong – Salaries Tax: Tax Deduction for Domestic Rents
06/02/2022: India – Indian Company Liable for Service Tax on Seconded Employees
05/25/2022: Netherlands – New Proposals for 30% Ruling Could Have Significant Impact
05/25/2022: Ireland – COVID-19: No Further Extensions to Residence Permissions
05/23/2022: Chile – New Decree Provides Implementation Guidance on Immigration Reforms
05/20/2022: Taiwan – COVID-19: Shortened Quarantine Days for Business Travelers
05/19/2022: Poland - Amendments to “Polish Deal” Passed by Sejm
05/18/2022: United States – June 2022 Visa Bulletin
05/12/2022: Argentina – Digital Nomad Visa Announced
05/12/2022: Belgium – Long-Awaited Circular on Expatriate Tax Concessions Published
05/09/2022: Netherlands – COVID-19: Ending Mutual Agreements with Germany, Belgium
05/09/2022: Taiwan – Tax Incentives for Foreign Professionals
05/06/2022: Taiwan – COVID-19: Individual Income Tax Filing, Payment Deadlines Extended
05/05/2022: United States – Automatic Employment Authorization Extensions up to 540 Days
05/03/2022: Chile – Income Tax Return Filing Extension
05/02/2022: Italy –Immigration Procedure for Digital Nomads Introduced
04/27/2022: United States – Uniting for Ukraine: New Program Welcomes Ukrainian Citizens
04/26/2022: People’s Republic of China – Child-Care IIT Deduction Introduced
04/25/2022: United States – Temporary Protected Status for Ukraine, Sudan; Their Students Can Work
04/25/2022: Canada – New Immigration Measures to Address Labour Shortage
04/22/2022: Czech Republic – Measures for Ukrainian Refugees (Immigration, Education, Social Security)
04/20/2022: Chile – COVID-19: Entry Requirements Updated
04/19/2022: United States – May 2022 Visa Bulletin
04/15/2022: Canada – Ontario Expands Foreign Home-Buyers Tax
04/15/2022: Canada – Highlights of Tax Changes in 2022 Federal Budget
04/15/2022: United Kingdom – 6 July 2022 Employee Share Plan Reporting Deadline
04/15/2022: United Kingdom – 1 September 2022 Registration Deadline for Certain Employee Trusts
04/13/2022: Argentina – COVID-19: Entry Requirements Updated
04/12/2022: Poland – Tax-Related Amendments to “Polish Deal” under Consideration
04/12/2022: Czech Republic – Proposed New Tax Treatment of Donations for Ukraine
04/11/2022: Brazil – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions Eased and Immigration Deadlines Extended
04/07/2022: Brazil – 2021 Income Tax Return Filing One-Month Extension
04/07/2022: Ghana – COVID-19: Easing of Travel and Other Restrictions
04/06/2022: Canada –Temporary Foreign Worker Program Workforce Solutions Road Map Introduced
04/05/2022: Switzerland – Ending Flexible Social Security, Tax Rules for Cross-Border Workers
04/05/2022: Argentina – Wealth Tax Changes Encompass Real Estate Valuation
04/01/2022: United States – USCIS to Expand Premium Processing Program in Phases
03/31/2022: United States – The Green Book: Treasury’s Budget Proposals for FY23
03/30/2022: Philippines – COVID-19: Updates to Entry Protocols and Travel Ban
03/29/2022: United States – Foreign Earned Income Exclusion Requirements Waived for Several Countries
03/29/2022: Taiwan – COVID-19: Easing Border Controls for Business Travelers
03/25/2022: Ukraine – Tax Regime Largely Unaltered Despite War, Some Changes However
03/24/2022: France – Entry Measures and Temporary Protection for People Fleeing from //Ukraine
03/22/2022: Canada – New Entry Measures for Ukrainians
03/21/2022: Vietnam – Immigration and Quarantine Policies Updated 15 March 2022
03/18/2022: Finland –Temporary Protection for People Fleeing from Ukraine
03/18/2022: Spain – Measures for Refugees from Ukraine
03/18/2022: United States – April 2022 Visa Bulletin
03/18/2022: Australia - Removal of Cessation of Employment Taxing Point for ESS Interests
03/17/2022: Canada – Government to End Pre-Arrival COVID-19 Testing
03/17/2022: South Korea – Tax Provision Bill with Measures for Foreign Workers Becomes Law
03/16/2022: Poland – Legislation Just Approved Offers Relief/Integration Measures for Ukrainians
03/15/2022: Malaysia – COVID-19: Re-Opening Borders
03/15/2022: Singapore – Significant Changes for Work Pass Framework
03/11/2022: Australia – Displaced Employees and COVID-19 Updates
03/11/2022: United States – IRS Announces New Options for Identity Verification
03/11/2022: Romania – Measures Adopted to Ease Ukrainians’ Access to Labour Market
03/09/2022: European Union – Measures for Refugees from Ukraine; Steps by Spain
03/09/2022: Belgium – Entry and Stay Measures for Ukrainian Refugees
03/08/2022: Ireland - COVID-19: Lifting of Remaining Entry Requirements
03/08/2022: Lithuania – New Measures for Ukrainians Fleeing Conflict
03/08/2022: United States – IRS Releases 2022 Sec. 911 -Related Housing Costs Limitations
03/07/2022: Brazil – New Visa for Ukrainian Nationals
03/04/2022: SPECIAL EDITION – Countries Move to Facilitate Migration from Ukraine Due to War
03/02/2022: India – 2022 Union Budget Makes Adjustments at Margins for Individuals, Employers
03/02/2022: Czech Republic – Entry and Stay Measures for Ukrainians
03/01/2022: Japan – COVID-19: Easing Border Controls, Travel Restrictions from 1 March
03/01/2022: People’s Republic of China – Annual Comprehensive Income Tax Reconciliation Policies Update
02/25/2022: South Africa – Budget 2022 Delivered
02/23/2022: Chile – Reform of Chile’s Immigration Laws
02/22/2022: United States – March 2022 Visa Bulletin
02/21/2022: Czech Republic – Relocating Foreign Workers Comes Under Stricter Rules and Scrutiny
02/16/2022: Canada – Antigen Tests Accepted for Pre-Arrival Testing
02/15/2022: South Africa – New Critical Skills List Published
02/15/2022: Belgium – Guidance on Expat Tax Regime and Tax-Free Expense Allowances
02/11/2022: Brazil – Global Entry Access for Brazilians to U.S.
02/11/2022: Netherlands - Ministry Changes Stance on Severance Paid to Cross-Border Workers
02/10/2022: United States – Annotating Form I-94 for L-2, E Spouse Work Authorization Begins
02/09/2022: Japan – For 2021 Individual Taxes, Extended Filing and Payment Deadlines
02/08/2022: Thailand – “Test & Go” Scheme Resumed 1 February 2022
02/04/2022: Philippines – COVID-19: Changes to Entry Protocols and Travel Ban
02/02/2022: Canada – Measures Announced to Improve Client Experience, Modernize Immigration System
02/02/2022: Romania – Six-Month Digital Nomad Visa Introduced
02/02/2022: Vietnam – New Entry and Quarantine Rules in 2022
02/01/2022: United States – STEM-Based Non-Immigrant, Immigrant Visa Eligibility Expanded and Updated
02/01/2022: United States – FY 2023 H-1B Cap Lottery Registration Opens March 1
01/31/2022: Ireland – Share Schemes Reporting Deadline Is 31 March
01/28/2022: Argentina - Requirements for Entering the Country Updated
01/28/2022: Malaysia – Simplifying Entry and Endorsement of Passes for Expatriates
01/27/2022: Brazil – Digital Nomad Temporary Visa / Residence Permit Implemented
01/24/2022: Brazil – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions for Southern African Nations Lifted
01/24/2022: European Union – Strategy for Economy Sparks New Methods Around Posted Workers
01/24/2022: United States – IRS Guidance on Withholding Taxes Paid by Employer
01/21/2022: Singapore – COVID-19: Mandatory Vaccination for Pass Holders, Permanent Residents
01/20/2022: Mexico - Visitor Visas to Be Required of Venezuelan Nationals from January 21
01/20/2022: Mexico - Visas Required for Brazilian Nationals Temporarily
01/19/2022: United States – February 2022 Visa Bulletin
01/14/2022: Malaysia – Tax Exemption on Certain Foreign- Source Income until 2026
01/13/2022: Lithuania – Changes in Taxation of Employment-Related Income for 2022
01/13/2022: Vietnam – New Policy on Tax Treatment of Coronavirus-Related Expenses
01/13/2022: Vietnam – Social Insurance Agreement Signed with South Korea
01/12/2022: Argentina – Wealth Tax Changes to Non Taxable Minimum, Tax Rates
01/12/2022: Belgium – Law on Revised Expatriate Tax Regime Published in Official Gazette
01/11/2022: People’s Republic of China – Recent Developments on IIT Policies
01/11/2022: United States – IRS Announces Tax Filing Season for Individuals Begins January 24
01/05/2022: United States – Biden Administration Removes Travel Ban on Southern African Nations
01/05/2022: United States –Nonimmigrant Visa Interview Waiver Expanded, Extended Through 2022
12/23/2021: European Union – New Entry/Exit System to Be Implemented for Non-EU Travellers
12/23/2021: Sweden – Court Rules on Expert Tax Relief
12/22/2021: Norway – Budget 2022 Has Several Measures Affecting Individuals
12/22/2021: United States/Malta – Competent Authorities in New Arrangement Clarify “Pension Fund”
12/22/2021: Ireland - COVID-19: Temporary Extension of Irish Residence Permissions to 31 May 2022
12/21/2021: Italy – COVID-19: Reinforcement of Current Measures until 31 January 2022
12/20/2021: European Union – ECJ Decides on Free Movement of LGBTQ Families
12/20/2021: United States – January 2022 Visa Bulletin
12/20/2021: Brazil – COVID-19: Vaccination Certificate Now Required
12/17/2021: France – Brexit, Changes in Way Certificates of Coverage Will Be Issued
12/17/2021: France – COVID-19: Modifications to Travel Restrictions, Including U.K.
12/17/2021: United States – Extension of Time to File Year 2021 FBARs
12/15/2021: United States – Delays Occurring for Issuance of ITINs, Certificates of Coverage
12/10/2021: Spain –Travel Restrictions Extended Except for Vaccinated Travellers
12/10/2021: Finland – Delay on Introduction of ‘Economic Employer’
12/10/2021: Belgium – Expatriate Tax Regime Bill Closer to Passage, More Changes Announced
12/07/2021: France – COVID-19: Modifications to Travel Restrictions
12/03/2021: United States – Stricter Testing Requirements for All U.S.-Bound Travelers
12/03/2021: Brazil – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions Introduced for Southern African Nations
12/03/2021: People’s Republic of China – Tax Administration Tightening Compliance on ESOPs
12/03/2021: Vietnam – Increase in Social Insurance Contributions for Foreign Employees
12/03/2021: Russia – Mandatory Fingerprint Registration and Medical Examination of Foreign Nationals
12/03/2021: Canada – Enhanced Border Measures for New Coronavirus Variant
12/02/2021: Japan – COVID-19: Re-Shutting of Borders for One Month Due to Omicron Variant
12/01/2021: United States – Omicron Variant Spurs Travel Ban on Southern African Nations
11/30/2021: Ireland - COVID-19: New Visa Requirements for Individuals Coming from Specified Countries
11/30/2021: Belgium – New Travel Ban on Individuals Coming from Very High-Risk Countries
11/24/2021: Belgium – More Details on Revamping Expatriate Tax Regime
11/24/2021: Australia – Border and Travel Restrictions Eased
11/23/2021: United States – Third H-1B Lottery Conducted for FY2022
11/23/2021: Canada – Changes to Border Measures
11/23/2021: People’s Republic of China – Loosening Foreign Entry Visa, Residence Permit Suspension
11/22/2021: United States – House Passes Build Back Better Act, Needs Senate Action
11/22/2021: Spain – New Procedures for Work Permits in Cinema Industry
11/22/2021: South Africa – Penalties for Outstanding Tax Returns for Natural Persons
11/22/2021: Malaysia – Tax Measures Affecting Individuals in Budget 2022
11/22/2021: United States – December 2021 Visa Bulletin
11/18/2021: United States – USCIS Policy Changes for Spouse Work Authorization
11/18/2021: United States – President Signs Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
11/16/2021: Ireland – Immigration Rules on (Re)Entry into Ireland over Christmas Period
11/15/2021: Switzerland – COVID-19: Extension of Flexible Social Security Rules with France
11/12/2021: Japan – Borders Re-opened Partially, Easing of Quarantine Measures
11/12/2021: United States - KPMG Publishes Report on Modified Build Back Better Act
11/11/2021: Thailand – No More Quarantine for Foreign Nationals Entering by Air
11/11/2021: United States – IRS Provides Tax Inflation Adjustments for Tax Year
11/05/2021: United States – Pension Plans, Social Security, 2022 Cost of Living Adjustments
11/05/2021: United States – House Democrats Release Modified Build Back Better Act
11/03/2021: Ireland – Resumption of Short-Stay Visa Waiver Programme
11/03/2021: Argentina – Government Decides to Cautiously Open Borders
11/03/2021: Canada – Mandatory Vaccine Requirements for Outbound Travel from Canada
10/29/2021: Ireland – Budget 2022 and Finance Bill 2021 Employment Taxes Updates
10/28/2021: United States – Biden Administration Plan on Resuming Safe Global Travel
10/27/2021: United Kingdom – Autumn 2021 Budget Released
10/26/2021: European Union – Report on COVID-19 Certificates
10/20/2021: Thailand – Changes in Visas and Quarantine Periods for Entry into Thailand
10/20/2021: United States – November 2021 Visa Bulletin
10/19/2021: Switzerland – Brexit: New Policies under Social Security Agreement with U.K.
10/19/2021: Belgium – Government Announces Revamp of Expatriate Tax Concessions
10/19/2021: Belgium – Flemish and Brussels Authorities Set New 2022 Minimum Salary Criteria
10/15/2021: United States –Lifting Travel Restrictions at Land Borders in November 2021
10/14/2021: Czech Republic – AirBnB Short-Term Leases Considered ‘Business Activity’ Income
10/14/2021: Ireland – 2021 PAYE Settlement Agreement Deadline and Reviewing Non-Cash Benefits
10/12/2021: Brazil – COVID-19: No More Travel Ban, Antigen Test Now Allowed
10/11/2021: Denmark – Application of Social Security Rules in the EU-U.K. Agreement
10/07/2021: Canada – Changes to Bridging Open Work Permit Applications
10/07/2021: Finland – Changes to Posted Worker Reporting Effective 1 October
10/06/2021: United States – FBAR Filing Relief for Victims of Natural Disasters
10/05/2021: Chile – COVID-19: Borders Reopened, New Consular Visa Rules
10/05/2021: Vietnam – Resolution No. 105 Affecting Foreign Labour in Vietnam
10/04/2021: Japan – Arrivals with Vaccination Certificate
10/01/2021: Germany – Constitutional Court: 6% Interest on Back Taxes, Refunds Unconstitutional
09/30/2021: European Union – Interview with Leader of the European Labour Authority
09/28/2021: Italy – COVID-19: Certification (Green Pass) Required of Employees for Workplaces
09/28/2021: United States – Lifting COVID-19 Travel Restrictions by November
09/24/2021: Canada - COVID-19: Direct Flights from India to Resume September 26
09/24/2021: Hong Kong – Taxation of Share Awards, Vesting vs. Forfeiture
09/23/2021: European Union – Update, COVID-19 Certificates from Non-EU Countries
09/22/2021: United States – Federal Court Invalidates Wage-Based H-1B Lottery Rule
09/17/2021: United States – KPMG Publishes Report on House Ways and Means Tax Proposals
09/17/2021: Greece – Digital Nomad Visa Provisions Introduced in Immigration Legislation
09/16/2021: Ireland - COVID-19: Temporary Extension of Irish Residence Permission
09/16/2021: United States – October 2021 Visa Bulletin; COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
09/16/2021: Italy – COVID-19: Easing Restrictions, EU / Non-EU COVID Certificates on Vaccinations
09/15/2021: European Union – Extension of COVID-19 Measures for Social Security
09/14/2021: Ireland - COVID-19: Lifting of Short-Stay Visa Restrictions from 13 September
09/14/2021: South Africa – Concessions to Certain Holders of Intra-Company Transfer Work
09/13/2021: United States – House Ways and Means Releases Tax Proposals
09/08/2021: Philippines – COVID-19: New Entry Rules for Foreign Workers and Lifting of Travel Ban
09/03/2021: Thailand – Recommencing Visa Issuance and Certificates of Entry in Certain Cases
09/03/2021: Ireland – Extension of Filing Deadline for Form ESA to 14 September 2021
09/03/2021: Australia – Updated Guidance on Prolonged Employee Displacement and Business Travel
09/02/2021: Uruguay – Updated Travel Restrictions Imposed Due to COVID-19
09/01/2021: European Union – Call to 24 Countries to Comply with Rules on Posting
08/31/2021: European Union – COVID-19 Certificates from Non-EU Countries
08/31/2021: Czech Republic – Changes to Regulation of Foreign Nationals’ Residence
08/30/2021: Canada – New Stock Option Regime in Effect
08/30/2021: Brazil – COVID-19: Immigration Deadlines Extended until March 2022
08/25/2021: South Korea – Provisions for Foreign Workers in Tax Bill
08/25/2021: Singapore – COVID-19: More Scrutiny by Tax Authority to Concessions
08/25/2021: Poland – Consultation Invited on Proposed Tax Measures in “Polish Deal”
08/23/2021: United States – Border Restrictions for Canada, Mexico Extended Till September 21
08/18/2021: United States – September 2021 Visa Bulletin, Medical Report Validity Extension
08/18/2021: Philippines – COVID-19: Travel Ban Extension
08/17/2021: Hong Kong – Guidance on Tax Issues Arising from COVID-19
08/13/2021: Canada – Direct Flights from India Suspended until September 21, 2021
08/10/2021: Argentina – Government Extends Some COVID-19 Measures, Loosens Others
08/09/2021: South Africa – New Penalty Regime for Outstanding Returns
08/05/2021: Finland – Government Makes Plans to Introduce ‘Economic Employer’ Concept
08/04/2021: Philippines – COVID-19: Quarantine Restrictions Updated and Travel Ban Extended
08/03/2021: United States – Senate Finalizes Bipartisan Legislative Text on Infrastructure Bill
08/02/2021: Belgium – More Updates for List of High-Risk Countries
08/02/2021: United States – Second H-1B Lottery Conducted for FY2022
07/30/2021: Philippines – COVID-19: Travel Ban Expansion and Updates
07/27/2021: Belgium – List of High-Risk Countries Gets Updated Again
07/27/2021: Canada – Borders Re-open to Fully-Vaccinated Travellers
07/22/2021: Belgium – Latest Update on List of High-Risk Countries
07/22/2021: United Kingdom – Latest Immigration Updates
07/21/2021: Hong Kong – Salaries Tax: Termination of Employment and Restricted Shares
07/15/2021: United States – DOL’s Wage Rule Vacated; Other H-1B Changes Remain Pending
07/15/2021: Chile – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions Extended
07/14/2021: South Africa – New Process for Evidencing Breaking Tax Residency
07/13/2021: Belgium – Latest Update on List of High-Risk Countries
07/13/2021: Argentina – Another Extension for Administrative Decisions to Fight COVID-19
07/13/2021: Spain – Express Work Permits for Cinema Industry
07/12/2021: Brazil – Authorities Update Online Services
07/01/2021: Spain – Extension of Travel Restrictions to 31 July
07/01/2021: Belgium – COVID-19: Arrangements for Taxing Cross-Border Workers Further Extended
07/01/2021: Belgium – Further Restrictions for Individuals Coming from 27 High-Risk Countries
07/01/2021: United States – Supreme Court Not Hearing Challenge to State’s Remote Worker Tax
07/01/2021: Russia – Audits of Individuals’ Foreign Assets and Accounts
06/30/2021: Chile – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions Extended
06/30/2021: Ireland – Update: Share Schemes Reporting, ESA Electronic Return Available
06/29/2021: United States – Border Restrictions for Canada, Mexico Extended Till July 21
06/29/2021: Argentina – Government Extends Administrative Decisions to Fight COVID-19
06/28/2021: European Union – COVID-19 Digital Certificate
06/25/2021: Switzerland – COVID-19: Extension of Flexible Social Security Rules to 31 December
06/25/2021: United States – July 2021 Visa Bulletin Published
06/24/2021: Canada: COVID-19: Easing Border Measures for Fully-Vaccinated Travellers
06/23/2021: Germany – Some Easing of Travel Restrictions for U.S., Other Countries’ Travellers
06/22/2021: Ireland – COVID-19: Visa Restrictions Lifted for South African, South American Travellers
06/21/2021: Brazil – Tax Treaties with Switzerland, United Arab Emirates Approved
06/18/2021: Philippines – COVID-19: Extension of Travel Restrictions
06/17/2021: India – If Stranded in India, Foreign Nationals’ Visas Extended until 31 August
06/17/2021: Singapore – Updates on Work Arrangements for Dependents
06/15/2021: Argentina – Extension of Administrative Decisions to Fight COVID-19
06/14/2021: Australia – Superannuation Changes from 1 July
06/14/2021: Thailand – COVID-19: Further Social Security Relief Measures
06/14/2021: Finland – COVID-19: Some Travel Restrictions Eased
06/11/2021: Belgium – Increase of Immigration Office Administrative Fee
06/11/2021: Belgium – Introduction of “EU” and “EU+” Cards
06/11/2021: United States & Switzerland: Competent Authorities Identify Retirement Plans Eligible for Treaty Benefits
06/10/2021: France – COVID-19: Modifications to Travel Restrictions
06/10/2021: Chile – COVID-19: New Immigration Legislation, Travel Restrictions Extended
06/10/2021: European Union – ECJ Rules on Social Security during Successive Postings
06/09/2021: Spain – Extension of Travel Restrictions with Exception for Vaccinated Travellers
06/09/2021: Canada – Changes Proposed to Charter on French Language in Québec
06/08/2021: Ireland - COVID-19: All Long-Stay Visas and Pre-clearance Applications Being Accepted
06/04/2021: Canada – CRA Issues “Hybrid Methodology” for Sourcing Cross-Border RSUs
06/04/2021: Romania – Digital Nomad Visa Could Soon Be Adopted
06/03/2021: Canada – Federal Court Rules on Cancellation of NEXUS Memberships
06/01/2021: United States – COVID-19: Form I-9 Compliance Flexibility Extended to August 31
06/01/2021: United States – KPMG Publishes Report on Tax Proposals in Biden’s FY 2022 Budget
05/28/2021: United States – President Releases FY 2022 Budget, Measures Affecting Individuals
05/28/2021: European Union – EU Citizens Win Case About Data Protection/Access in U.K.
05/28/2021: Ireland – Update: Share Schemes Reporting, ESA Electronic Return Coming
05/27/2021: Argentina – Administrative Decisions Responding to COVID-19 Spread
05/27/2021: United States – TPS Designation for Haiti, Burma; Burmese Students Can Work
05/27/2021: United States – June 2021 Visa Bulletin Published
05/26/2021: Germany – Travel Ban Extended for India, Brazil, South Africa, U.K./Northern Ireland
05/26/2021: European Union – Automation of Border Checks and the Implications
05/26/2021: Taiwan – COVID-19: Extension of Individual Income Tax Filing, Payment Deadlines
05/25/2021: Australia – Federal Budget and Immigration Updates
05/24/2021: Brazil – COVID-19: India Included on Travel Ban List
05/24/2021: Ireland - COVID-19: Changes to Emergency/Priority Visa Processing
05/18/2021: Malaysia – Restrictions on Travel from Some Countries in South Asia
05/17/2021: United States – DOL’s Minimum Wage Increase Regulation Delayed
05/13/2021: Fiji – COVID-19: Lockdowns, Filing Deadlines, New Employer FNPF Obligations
05/12/2021: Australia – Budget Measures on Tax Residency, Equity Schemes, Superannuation
05/12/2021: Thailand – Original Quarantine Reinstated, Travel Ban Extended to More Countries
05/11/2021: Italy – Enhancing Mobility, Extending Residence Permits, Restricting Travel from India
05/10/2021: Ireland – COVID-19: Further Temporary Suspension of Visa Applications
05/07/2021: Philippines – Lifting of Expanded Travel Bans, Restrictions for Certain Travelers
05/07/2021: Italy – Customs Duties on Imports of Personal Possessions from U.K. to Italy
05/07/2021: United States – Border Restrictions for Canada, Mexico Extended Until May 21
05/06/2021: Belgium – The ‘Working in Belgium’ One-Stop-Shop for Foreign Employment
05/05/2021: United States – USCIS to Suspend Biometrics for Certain I-539 Applicants
05/04/2021: European Union – EU-U.K. Agreement Ratified
05/04/2021: Chile – COVID-19: Income Tax Return Filing One-Month Extension
05/04/2021: United States – India Added to COVID-19 Travel Ban
05/03/2021: Germany – Travel Ban Extended for India, Brazil, South Africa
04/30/2021: Ireland – COVID-19: Mandatory Hotel Quarantine
04/30/2021: Canada – New Permanent Residence Pathways for Essential Workers and International Graduates
04/29/2021: Ireland - COVID-19: Temporary Extension of Irish Residence Permission
04/28/2021: United States – American Families Plan Revealed with Tax Increases on High-Income Individuals
04/28/2021: France – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions to Enter France Reinforced
04/28/2021: United States – Section 911 Guidance from IRS for Iraq
04/27/2021: Mexico – COVID-19: Income Tax Return Filing One-Month Extension
04/27/2021: Germany – Government Introduces a Travel Ban on Persons Travelling from India
04/26/2021: United States – May 2021 Visa Bulletin, “Chats with Charlie”
04/23/2021: United States – New York Implements New Tax Rates for Top Earners
04/22/2021: Switzerland – Double Taxation Treaty with Brazil Entering into Force
04/22/2021: Czech Republic – 2021 Population Census Is Underway, Affects Assignees
04/20/2021: Spain – COVID-19: Extension of Travel Restrictions to 30 April
04/20/2021: Greece – Greater Clarity from Tax Authorities on Taxation of Equity Income
04/19/2021: Canada – CRA Further Extends COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Tax-Related Relief
04/19/2021: Czech Republic – COVID-19 Relief for 2020 Income Tax Returns
04/19/2021: Argentina – COVID-19: Buenos Aires Lockdown, Strict Prevention Measures
04/16/2021: Nigeria – Expatriates Required to Prove Payment of Tax for Permits Renewals
04/13/2021: Thailand – Updated COVID-19 Entry and Quarantine Procedures
04/12/2021: Brazil – COVID-19: Income Tax Return Filing 1-Month Extension
04/12/2021: France – COVID-19: Approach to Tax Residence Is Tightened by Tax Authorities
04/08/2021: India – Modifications to Overseas Citizenship of India Scheme
04/08/2021: Belgium – COVID-19: France, Germany Mutual Arrangements Extended
04/07/2021: Chile – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions Imposed
04/07/2021: South Africa – COVID-19: Extension of Visa Concessions for Foreign Nationals
04/06/2021: Australia – Plan Now for Employee Share Scheme Reporting
04/06/2021: United Kingdom - 6 July 2021 Employee Share Plan Reporting Deadline
04/02/2021: Chile – COVID-19: Revised Entry Measures
04/01/2021: United States – President Unveils American Jobs Plan, Made in America Tax Plan
04/01/2021: Canada – Express Entry and Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program Updates
04/01/2021: United States – FY2022 H-1B Cap Lottery Developments; Petition Filing from April 1
03/31/2021: Ireland – Irish Revenue Provides Updates Regarding COVID-19 Concessions
03/30/2021: United States – Summary of Recent Immigration Developments
03/30/2021: United States – UPDATE: Treasury, IRS Extend Federal Filing and Payment Deadline
03/25/2021: United States – Syria Temporary Protected Status Extended and Redesignated
03/25/2021: Brazil – COVID-19: Immigration Deadlines Extended until September 2021
03/25/2021: Switzerland – Updated Swiss Equity Compensation Reporting Requirements
03/24/2021: United States – April 2021 Visa Bulletin Published
03/23/2021: Australia – If Planning to Travel for Work, Consider Tax Implications
03/22/2021: Philippines – COVID-19: Temporary Travel Restrictions
03/17/2021: United States – Treasury, IRS Extend Federal Filing and Payment Deadline
03/17/2021: South Korea – Modifications to Income Tax Rates, Tax Exemptions, and More
03/17/2021: United States – DHS Public Charge Rule Rescinded
03/16/2021: Singapore – Rules Changing for Dependant Pass Holders Working in Singapore
03/15/2021: European Union – When Is Stand-by Time Working Time?
03/15/2021: Canada – New Immigration Pathway for Hong Kong Residents
03/15/2021: Belgium – COVID-19: Arrangements for Taxing Cross-Border Workers Extended
03/11/2021: United States – President Biden Signs American Rescue Plan into Law
03/11/2021: Italy – Mobility across Regions and Countries Still Limited, Measures Extended
03/11/2021: European Union – Registration Obligation of Workers Posted to the EU
03/10/2021: United States – American Rescue Plan Passes, Bill Signing Expected Friday
03/10/2021: Hong Kong – 2021-2022 Budget Measures
03/10/2021: People’s Republic of China – IIT Preferential Treatment: Preparing for Change
03/08/2021: European Union – International Road Transport and Posted Worker Directive
03/08/2021: Spain – COVID-19: Extension of Travel Restrictions
03/03/2021: United Kingdom – Spring 2021 Budget Released
03/02/2021: People’s Republic of China – Individual Income Tax Filing Procedures Clarified
03/01/2021: United States – IRS Releases 2021 Sec. 911-Related Housing Cost Limitations
03/01/2021: Argentina – Quarantine in Buenos Aires and Travel Restrictions Extended
03/01/2021: Belgium – Updates on Flemish Immigration Policy
03/01/2021: United States – March 2021 Visa Bulletin Published, Immigrant Visa Ban Lifted
02/26/2021: United States – Premium Processing Service Now Available for E-3 Petitions
02/26/2021: Argentina – COVID-19: Another Extension for Residency Deadlines
02/26/2021: Finland – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions on Finland’s Borders Extended
02/25/2021: Thailand – COVID-19: Tax Filing Extensions for 2020, Social Security Reduction for 2021
02/25/2021: United States – Immigration Bill in Congress, Reforms Planned
02/25/2021: Spain – Extension of Travel Restrictions, Immigration Procedures for British Citizens
02/24/2021: United States – Border Restrictions for Canada, Mexico Extended Till March 21
02/24/2021: Belgium – Tax Treatment of Expatriate Benefits-in-Kind Clarified
02/23/2021: Canada – New COVID-19 Testing and Hotel Quarantine Requirements
02/23/2021: South Africa – Draft Critical Skills List Published for Public Comments
02/19/2021: European Union – Posted Workers Included in Post-Brexit EU-U.K. Agreement
02/18/2021: Russia – Entry for Highly-Qualified Specialists, Citizens of the EAEU
02/18/2021: OECD – COVID-19: Recent Guidance on Tax and Cross-Border Workers
02/16/2021: Canada – Invites 27,332 Candidates to Apply for Permanent Residence
02/12/2021: France – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions to Enter France Reinforced
02/10/2021: Greece – Publication on Special Tax Regimes
02/08/2021: Ghana – COVID-19: Update on Travel Policies and Restrictions on Social Activities
02/08/2021: Canada – Increased Measures Announced for International Travellers
02/08/2021: United States – DHS Delays Effective Date of H-1B Selection Final Rule
02/08/2021: Chile – Extensions of ID Cards and Venezuelan Passports
02/05/2021: Japan - Extended Filing and Payment Deadlines for 2020 Individual Taxes
02/05/2021: Brazil – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions Extended to South Africa
02/04/2021: Philippines – COVID-19: Lifting of Expanded Travel Ban
02/03/2021: Ireland - COVID-19: Temporary Suspension of Visa Applications
02/02/2021: Argentina – Buenos Aires Lockdown Extension
02/01/2021: Ireland - COVID-19: New Visa Requirements for South Africa, South American Countries
01/28/2021: Finland – COVID-19: Travel across Finland’s Borders Further Tightened
01/28/2021: Ireland – Share Schemes Reporting Deadline, New 2020 Electronic Reporting Requirements
01/26/2021: United States – February 2021 Visa Bulletin Published
01/26/2021: United States – COVID-19 Travel Bans Reinstated, South Africa Added
01/25/2021: Switzerland – Brexit: Social Security Coordination with U.K. Starting in 2021
01/22/2021: United States - Summary of President Biden’s Immigration Actions So Far
01/22/2021: Czech Republic – What’s New for Employers and Employees in 2021?
01/21/2021: Belgium – COVID-19: Pre-Tracing of Foreign Workers Update
01/20/2021: Argentina – COVID-19: Government Again Extends Residency Deadline
01/20/2021: Italy – State of Emergency Extended through April, Travel Restrictions Continue
01/19/2021: United States – Some COVID-19 Travel Bans to Be Lifted, Reversal Likely
01/19/2021: United States – Canada & Mexico Border Restrictions Extended Through February 21
01/19/2021: Belgium – Brexit: Further Updates on Immigration
01/19/2021: Philippines – COVID-19: Expanded Travel Restrictions
01/15/2021: European Union – Changes Afoot on Substantial Activity of Temp Agencies?
01/15/2021: Argentina – Taxpayers’ Wealth Subject to Mandatory and Extraordinary Contribution
01/15/2021: United States – New Pre-Departure Requirement for Air Travel to the U.S.
01/15/2021: Brazil – COVID-19: Flight Crew-Members Exempt from Presenting RT-PCR Tests
01/15/2021: Ireland - COVID-19: Pre-Departure Testing Requirements for Arriving Passengers
01/15/2021: Canada – New Work Permit Being Offered to Retain International Students in Canada
01/15/2021: United States – Revised Rule Raises Prevailing Wages
01/13/2021: Portugal - Post-Brexit Tax Registration Obligations for U.K. Nationals
01/13/2021: Croatia - Brexit: Rules Applying to U.K. Citizens Residing in Croatia
01/13/2021: Vietnam – New Labour Regulations on Work Permits for Foreign Workers
01/13/2021: Malaysia – Changes to Employment Pass for Expatriates
01/13/2021: Vietnam – COVID-19: Restrictions for Travellers from U.K. and South Africa
01/12/2021: Italy & Switzerland – New Cross-Border Commuter Agreement
01/12/2021: Belgium – Brexit: New Update on Immigration Impact
01/12/2021: Spain – General Budget Law for 2021 Approved, Measures Affecting Individuals
01/12/2021: United States – DHS Publishes Final Rule Amending H-1B Lottery Selection Process
01/08/2021: Canada – New Pre-Departure COVID-19 Testing Requirements for Travellers to Canada
01/08/2021: Ireland - COVID-19: Requirements for Travellers from Great Britain, South Africa
01/08/2021: European Union – Social Security in a New Brexit Deal
01/07/2021: Philippines – COVID-19: Expanded Travel Restrictions
01/05/2021: Greece – Recently-Introduced Measures Aim to Attract New Tax Residents
01/05/2021: Brazil – COVID-19: U.K. Travel Restrictions, RT-PCR Tests Detailed
01/05/2021: United States – Entry Bans Extended through March 31
01/05/2021: United Kingdom – Brexit and Social Security for Mobile Employees
01/05/2021: Argentina – Buenos Aires Lockdown Extended, Certain Inbound Flights Banned
01/04/2021: France – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions, New Limitations on U.K. Travellers
01/04/2021: People’s Republic of China – Rectification Filing Deadline if Resident Status Change
01/04/2021: United States – January 2021 Visa Bulletin Published
12/29/2020: United States – President Signs COVID-19 Relief Legislation, Tax Provisions Enacted
12/23/2020: Poland – Personal Income Tax and Social Security Consequences of Brexit
12/23/2020: United States – Border Restrictions with Canada & Mexico Extended through January 21
12/23/2020: United Kingdom – Travel Restrictions, Test to Release Scheme Goes Live
12/23/2020: European Union & United Kingdom – COVID-19: Travel Limitations
12/23/2020: Czech Republic – Brexit: Rules for U.K. Citizens Residing in the Czech Republic
12/23/2020: Luxembourg – Prime Minister Announces Deadline Extension for Filing Tax Returns
12/23/2020: Luxembourg – New Budget Law Modifies Stock Option Plans and Impatriate Regime
12/23/2020: Ireland - COVID-19: Extension of Immigration Permissions, Closure of Registration Offices
12/23/2020: Poland – Brexit: Immigration Consequences for U.K. Nationals
12/23/2020: United States – Congress Passes Stimulus Package
12/22/2020: Italy – Travel Restrictions over Holiday Period
12/22/2020: Italy – Visa and Residence Permit Requirements for U.K. Citizens Clarified
12/22/2020: Brazil – COVID-19: RT-PCR Tests Required for All Inbound Travelers
12/21/2020: Finland – Brexit and Right of Residence for U.K. Citizens in Finland: Update
12/21/2020: Croatia – Personal Income Tax Amendments for 2021
12/21/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Extension Again for Residency Deadlines
12/18/2020: Ireland – Impact of Brexit on Irish Immigration
12/17/2020: European Union – Mandatory Disclosure of Tax Arrangements
12/15/2020: United States – FBAR Deadline Extended for Certain Individuals with Signature Authority
12/14/2020: Switzerland – Brexit: Hiring U.K. Nationals in 2021
12/11/2020: United States – Immigration Updates: DACA Reinstatement, TPS Extension
12/11/2020: Switzerland – COVID-19: Extension of Flexible Social Security Rules with Other Countries
12/10/2020: France – Brexit Is Nigh and France Clarifies Rights of British Nationals
12/10/2020: Romania – Important Tax Code Amendments Affecting Individuals and Their Employers
12/10/2020: France – 2021 Draft Finance Law Contains a Few Measures Affecting Individual
12/09/2020: Italy – Clarifications on COVID-19 Emergency and Tax Residence
12/09/2020: Australia – Updated Guidance on Treaties and Remote Workers, Displaced Employees
12/09/2020: Czech Republic – Brexit: What’s Happening from Personal Tax, Social Security Perspectives?
12/08/2020: Romania – Brexit: Change in Rules for U.K. Citizens from 1 January 2021
12/04/2020: Netherlands – Income Requirement for Foreign Workers Modified for 2021
12/04/2020: Malaysia – Tax Measures Affecting Individuals in Budget 2021
12/04/2020: Australia - ATO Accepts Full Federal Court’s Judgement in Tax Residency Case
12/04/2020: United States – Court Invalidates DHS and DOL H-1B Program Rules
12/04/2020: Belgium – Update on Impact of Changed Work Patterns Due to COVID-19 Crisis
12/03/2020: Spain – COVID-19: Travelling to Spain at Christmas
12/02/2020: Belgium – Brexit: Update on Immigration Policies During Transition and Post-Brexit
12/02/2020: Argentina – Buenos Aires Lockdown Status Extended
12/02/2020: Singapore – New Tech.Pass for Technology Founders, Leaders, and Experts
11/30/2020: United States – Border Restrictions with Canada & Mexico through December 21
11/30/2020: Greece - New Tax Law Measures Affect Individuals
11/25/2020: Finland – Revised Posted Workers Directive Has Been Implemented
11/25/2020: Canada – COVID-19 Update: New Mandatory Requirements for Inbound Travellers
11/25/2020: United States – December 2020 Visa Bulletin
11/25/2020: Russia – New Regime for Paying Personal Income Tax on CFC Profit
11/25/2020: Brazil – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions Extended, Flight Arrivals Exempted
11/24/2020: Chile – COVID-19: Sanitary Measures Announced for Individuals Who Travel
11/24/2020: Belgium – Walloon Regional Authorities Set New 2021 Minimum Salary Criteria
11/24/2020: Sweden – Brexit Update: The Time for Preparation Is Now
11/23/2020: Italy – Rights of U.K. Citizens Post-Transition Period: Some Clarity, Some Ambiguity
11/19/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Government Again Extends Residency Deadlines
11/19/2020: United Kingdom – Travel Corridors Update, Denmark Travel Restrictions, Policies for England
11/18/2020: People’s Republic of China – Foreigner Entry Visas and Residence Permits Suspended
11/18/2020: Czech Republic – Court Treats Foreign Employee as Contract Employee
11/17/2020: United States – Department of State Phased Resumption of Certain Visa Services
11/16/2020: Spain – COVID-19: Health Measures Announced for Purposes of Entering Spain
11/13/2020: Chile – COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Lifted in a Targeted Manner
11/13/2020: Sweden – Parliament Approves Introduction of Economic Employer Concept
11/12/2020: Italy – COVID-19: Rising Infections Lead to Movement Restrictions, Activity Limitations
11/12/2020: Brazil – Changes to Foreign Seafarer and Other Offshore Worker Visas
11/10/2020: Argentina – Buenos Aires Lockdown Eased, Travel Restrictions Remain
11/06/2020: Spain – Tax Measures Affecting Individuals Included in 2021 Budget Bill
11/06/2020: Australia – Tax Authorities’ Plans for Data Matching Program to Monitor Compliance
11/05/2020: United States – Appeals Court Places DHS’ Public Charge Rule Back into Effect
11/04/2020: European Union – Proposal for a Directive on Adequate Minimum Wage
11/04/2020: Spain – Brexit: Immigration Procedures for British Citizens
11/04/2020: Canada – New Immigration Pilot Programs Introduced in Quebec
11/03/2020: Spain – COVID-19: New State of Alarm until May 9, 2021; Travel Restrictions
11/03/2020: United Kingdom – Statement of Changes for New Immigration System in Post-Brexit Era
11/03/2020: Argentina – Taxpayers’ Wealth May Be Subject to Mandatory and Extraordinary Contribution
11/02/2020: United States – DHS Proposes Changes to H-1B Lottery Selection Process
11/02/2020: United States –November 2020 Visa Bulletin
10/29/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Buenos Aires Lockdown Renewed, Tourism Opening for Neighboring Countries
10/28/2020: Brazil – COVID-19: Resumption of Immigration Deadlines and Procedures
10/23/2020: United Kingdom – HMRC Publishes Guidance on COVID-19 and U.K. Taxation
10/23/2020: People’s Republic of China – Foreign Nationals May Re-enter with Valid Residence Permits
10/22/2020: United States – Legal Challenge Mounted Against New DOL and DHS Rules
10/22/2020: Philippines – COVID-19: Lifting of Ban on Non-Essential Outbound Travel
10/21/2020: United Kingdom – Immigration Health Surcharge Increase for Certain Visa Categories
10/21/2020: Belgium – Flemish & Brussels Authorities Set New 2021 Minimum Salary Criteria
10/21/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Another Extension for Residency Deadlines
10/20/2020: Denmark – New Legislation Relating to Posting of Workers
10/19/2020: Australia – Key Highlights from Budget 2020-2021
10/19/2020: United States – FinCEN Clarifies FBAR Extensions, Filers Have until October 31
10/19/2020: United States – USCIS Increases Premium Processing Fee
10/16/2020: Finland – Brexit and the Right of Residence for U.K. Citizens in Finland
10/14/2020: Argentina – Buenos Aires Lockdown Extension Until 25 October
10/09/2020: Italy – State of Emergency Extended, Testing for British and Dutch Visitors
10/09/2020: Brazil – COVID-19: Health Insurance Policies No Longer Required for Visitors
10/07/2020: United States – New Regulations to Increase Wages and H-1B Requirements
10/07/2020: United States – Limited Injunction Issued on Enforcing June 22 Visa Ban
10/06/2020: Philippines – COVID-19: Quarantine Extension and Exceptions on Travel Restrictions
10/05/2020: United States – Expansion of Premium Processing, Extension of Certain Immigration Programs
10/02/2020: United States - DOL Announces Permanent Issuance of Electronic PERM Labor Certifications
10/02/2020: United States – Injunction Granted to Block USCIS Fee Changes
10/02/2020: United States – State Department Releases October 2020 Visa Bulletin
10/01/2020: Brazil – COVID-19: Flight/Travel Restrictions Rolled Back, New Options for Visitors
09/30/2020: Belgium – COVID-19: Update on Travel Restrictions and Public Health Protection Measures
09/30/2020: United States – DHS Proposes Eliminating ‘Duration of Status’ Designation
09/29/2020: United Kingdom – Guidance Issued on Frontier Workers in the U.K.
09/29/2020: Cambodia – COVID-19: Entry Requirements for Foreign Travelers Revised
09/28/2020: United States – Plans to Raise H-1B, E-3, H-1B1, and PERM Wage Minimums
09/28/2020: United States – USCIS Resumes Implementing Public Charge Rule
09/25/2020: United States – California: New Developments for Mobile Workers and Their Employers
09/24/2020: Japan – National Pension Insurance: Revised Upper Limit on Salary Base
09/24/2020: Czech Republic – Abolition of Super-Gross Salary?
09/23/2020: United States – Restrictions Extended for Land Borders with Canada and Mexico
09/22/2020: Ireland - COVID-19: Immigration Permissions Maintained until 20 January 2021
09/21/2020: Argentina – Government Extends Buenos Aires Lockdown Again
09/21/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Deadlines for Residency Extended to 18 October
09/17/2020: Finland – COVID-19: Government Introduces Plans to Ease Border Traffic Restrictions
09/17/2020: Switzerland – Social Security Measures Extended with Italy until 31 October
09/15/2020: Vietnam – COVID-19: Extra Guidance on Visas, Entry for Foreign Experts
09/11/2020: United States – Proposed Rule to Expand Biometrics Collection
09/11/2020: Italy – New Decree on Travel into/out of Italy Extends Existing Measures
09/11/2020: Sweden – Proposal Revising Expert Tax Relief Rules
09/10/2020: Australia – Revised Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List Released
09/10/2020: United States – Changes to H-1B Visa Program Anticipated
09/09/2020: Canada – COVID-19: CRA Further Extends Travel Restrictions Tax-Related Relief
09/09/2020: Canada – Additional T4 Reporting Requirements According to CRA
09/09/2020: Ireland – Updated Guidance on Returns Filing for Approved Profit Sharing Schemes
09/09/2020: Belgium – Intra-Corporate Transfer Permit – Finally on Its Way
09/08/2020: Singapore – Significant Updates on Work Pass Salary, Job Advertising Requirements
09/04/2020: Sweden – More Rights for Posted Workers, but Also More Compliance Obligations
09/04/2020: Brazil – COVID-19: News for Short-Stay Travelers, Travel Restrictions Extended
09/04/2020: Japan – Foreign Residents Can Re-enter from 1 September
09/03/2020: Nigeria - COVID-19: Key Airports to Re-Open 5 September 2020
09/03/2020: Barbados – New Immigration Policy to Attract Remote Workers
09/03/2020: Singapore – Government Announces Framework for Relaxing of Borders
09/02/2020: Ghana – COVID-19: Lifting of Travel Restrictions Underway
09/02/2020: Belgium – COVID-19: Pre-Tracing of Foreign Workers
09/01/2020: United States – New IRS Guidance on Deferral of Payroll Taxes
09/01/2020: Sweden – Government Re-Presents Proposal Concerning ‘Economic Employer’
09/01/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Extended Lockdown for Buenos Aires
09/01/2020: Finland – COVID-19: Traffic Light Model Launched to Clarify Travel Guidance
08/31/2020: Sweden – COVID-19: Updated Immigration/Travel Measures
08/28/2020: Poland – Enactment of Legislation on Posting of Workers in EU
08/28/2020: United States – USCIS Averts Planned Furloughs Scheduled for August 30
08/28/2020: Belgium – Flanders Plans New Economic Migration Policy for Self-Starters
08/28/2020: Belgium – COVID-19: Further Lifting of Travel Restrictions
08/27/2020: Ireland - COVID-19: Registration Offices Reopen, New Online Passenger Locator Form
08/27/2020: People’s Republic of China – Income Tax Relief for New Employees, Interns
08/26/2020: Romania - Law on International Posting of Workers Amended
08/25/2020: Sweden – Brexit and U.K. Nationals’ Right to Stay in Sweden
08/25/2020: Finland – COVID-19: Changes in Travel Restrictions
08/25/2020: United States – State Department Releases September 2020 Visa Bulletin
08/21/2020: United Kingdom – COVID-19: Travel Corridors Updated
08/21/2020: United States – Border Restrictions with Canada, Mexico Extended Through September 21
08/21/2020: Ireland – COVID-19: Further Residency Permissions Extensions, Temporary Registration Office Closures
08/21/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Another Extension for Residency Deadlines
08/20/2020: United States – State Department Broadens Exemptions to Entry Ban
08/20/2020: United States – Second H-1B Lottery Conducted for FY2021
08/20/2020: Philippines – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions and Cross-Border Tax Guidelines
08/20/2020: United States – IRS Urges ITIN Early Renewals to Prevent Delays
08/19/2020: Argentina – Buenos Aires Lockdown Extended
08/19/2020: Czech Republic – COVID-19: Rules for Employing Foreigners Changed
08/18/2020: Finland – COVID-19: Updated Government Recommendations for Face Masks and Remote Work
08/14/2020: Czech Republic – End of July Brought ‘Revolution’ in Posting of Workers
08/14/2020: United States – New Ruling Narrows Injunctions Blocking Public Charge Rule
08/14/2020: Australia – Employer Considerations for COVID-19 Displaced Workers Heading into FY2021
08/12/2020: United Kingdom – HMRC Publishes Further Guidance on Statutory Residence and COVID-19
08/11/2020: United States – President Trump Signs Memorandum Deferring Payroll Taxes
08/10/2020: Finland – COVID-19: Updated Travel Restrictions with Three Countries under Controls
08/10/2020: South Africa – COVID-19: Extension of Visa Concessions to Foreign Nationals
08/10/2020: Brazil – Central Bank Has New Thresholds and Reporting Requirements
08/07/2020: Brazil – COVID-19: While Travel Restrictions Get Extended, Some Flexibility
08/07/2020: Italy – State of Emergency Extended to 15 October, Updated List of Countries
08/07/2020: Italy – New Quotas for Foreign Individuals Entering for Professional Training, Apprenticeships
08/07/2020: United States – DHS Changes Filing Fees and Premium Processing Timeframe
08/07/2020: Ireland – COVID-19: Employee Wage Subsidy Scheme Introduced
08/07/2020: United States – Move Aimed at Prioritizing U.S. Workers for Federal Contracts
08/06/2020: Russia – Additional Option of Individual Tax Residency for 2020
08/06/2020: Japan – Phased Resumption of Cross-Border Travel with Thailand and Vietnam
08/06/2020: United States – Injunctions Granted to Block Public Charge Rules
08/06/2020: United States – Proposal Would Limit State Tax and Withholding for Nonresident Employees
08/03/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Buenos Aires to Remain under Lockdown
07/31/2020: Czech Republic – Determining Super-Gross Salary and Antivirus Regime
07/31/2020: United States – Interim Changes While DHS Considers Future of DACA Program
07/30/2020: Canada – Income Tax Payment Deadline Extended to September 30, 2020
07/29/2020: Finland – Implementation Status of Revised Posting of Workers Directive
07/29/2020: Australia – COVID-19: Update on Border Closures
07/29/2020: Germany – Revised Posting of Workers Directive 2018/957/EU Implemented
07/28/2020: United Kingdom – Hong Kong BN (O) Visa Set to Open from January 2021
07/28/2020: Finland – COVID-19: Some Easing, Some Tightening of Travel Restrictions
07/27/2020: European Union – Amended Directive for Posted Workers
07/24/2020: European Union – COVID-19: Update of European Commission List of Safe Countries
07/23/2020: Belgium – Revised European Posting Rules Transposed into Belgian Law
07/22/2020: United States – COVID-19: State Department Announces Limited Exemptions on Entry Bans
07/21/2020: European Union – Court Scrutinises “Employer” Concept in Social Security Context
07/21/2020: United States – Executive Order Ends Preferential Treatment for Hong Kong
07/21/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Residency Deadlines Extended until 17 August
07/21/2020: Argentina – COVID-19-Related Lockdown Extended Again for Buenos Aires
07/20/2020: Ireland - COVID-19: Further Temporary Extension of Residency Permissions
07/20/2020: Italy – COVID-19: New Decree Law Provisions Confirm Existing Measures and Policies
07/20/2020: United Kingdom – Further Details on New Points-Based System
07/17/2020: Belgium – COVID-19: Some Easing of Travel Restrictions
07/17/2020: United States – Trump Administration Rescinds Latest F-1 & M-1 Student Directive
07/16/2020: United Kingdom – COVID-19: Opening Travel Corridors
07/14/2020: Belgium – Indexation of Immigration Office Administrative Fee
07/13/2020: Canada – Amendments to Initially Proposed Requirements under Quebec Experience Program
07/10/2020: Finland – COVID-19: More Gradual Lifting of Travel Restrictions, Cross-Border Movement
07/10/2020: Brazil – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions Extension, Gradual Resumption of Visa Services
07/10/2020: Ireland – New Policies on PAYE, Work-Days for Short-Term Business Visitors
07/10/2020: United States – Immigration Agencies Publish Spring 2020 Regulatory Agendas
07/10/2020: United States – New Rules Affect Foreign Students in U.S. Schools
07/09/2020: Netherlands – Change in Policy on Taxation of Directors Paid by Foreign Companies
07/09/2020: Ireland - COVID-19: Burgh Quay Registration Office Re-opens, New Online Renewal
07/08/2020: Chile – Elimination of Option to Paper File Monthly Income Tax Returns
07/07/2020: European Union – COVID-19: Some Easing of Travel Restrictions
07/07/2020: United Kingdom – Residence Visas Will Be Offered to Nearly 3m Hong Kong Citizens
07/07/2020: Austria – Guidance on Treatment of Wages Connected with ‘Home Office’ Work
07/07/2020: Belgium – COVID-19: Cross-Border Worker Tax Arrangements Extended
07/07/2020: United States – President Narrows Exemption from June 22 Proclamation
07/06/2020: Argentina – Extension of Mandatory COVID-19-Related Lockdown for Buenos Aires
06/26/2020: Austria – Round-Up of Recent Coronavirus Relief Measures
06/26/2020: Malaysia – COVID-19: Tax Relief and Stimulus Measures for Individuals
06/26/2020: Sweden – COVID-19: Evolving Immigration/Travel Restrictions
06/25/2020: Poland – New Rules for Posted Workers under Consideration in Parliament
06/24/2020: United Kingdom – Employee Share Plan Reporting 2019/20 Deadline Approaching
06/23/2020: United States – Presidential Proclamation Further Restricts Entry to the Country
06/23/2020: South Africa – Commuter Flights Provided by Employers to Their Employees
06/23/2020: European Union – European Court Assessing Directive for Posted Workers
06/22/2020: United States – Supreme Court Blocks Attempt to Terminate DACA Program
06/22/2020: United States – July 2020 Visa Bulletin Released
06/22/2020: United States – Flexibility in Physical Inspection Requirements for Form I-9 Extended
06/19/2020: Czech Republic – COVID-19: Entry Conditions Mitigated under New “Traffic Lights” Rules
06/18/2020: Uruguay – COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Modified
06/17/2020: United States Border Restrictions Extended for 30 Days with Canada, Mexico
06/17/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Another Extension for Residency Deadlines
06/17/2020: Brazil – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions Extension, Limited Resumption of Visa Services
06/16/2020: Switzerland – COVID-19: New Agreement on Cross-Border Workers with Germany
06/16/2020: United States – IRS Updates FAQs for Nonresidents Affected by COVID-19 Emergency
06/16/2020: Belgium – COVID-19: Some Easing of Travel Restrictions Coming
06/15/2020: Denmark – New Law Offering Tax Relief for Mobile Work Force Approved
06/15/2020: Finland – COVID-19: Lifting of Restrictions for Local Travel
06/12/2020: European Union – COVID-19: Temporary Travel Restrictions to EU Winding Down
06/10/2020: Italy – Investor Visa, Regularisation of Foreign Workers, Temporary Residence Permits
06/09/2020: United Kingdom – COVID-19: Visa Application Centres Reopening in U.K. and Overseas
06/09/2020: Canada – CRA Guidance Offers Relief from Travel Restrictions’ Tax-Related Issues
06/08/2020: United Kingdom – COVID-19: Visa “Over-Stayers” Get Further Extension
06/08/2020: Argentina – Further Extension of Mandatory COVID-19 Quarantine for Buenos Aires
06/08/2020: United States – DOL Will Not Extend Certain COVID-19 Accommodations
06/05/2020: United Kingdom – COVID-19: 14-Day Self-Isolation for Travellers to the U.K.
06/05/2020: Canada – Waiver of Certain Interest and Late-Filing Penalties; Quebec Offers Similar Relief
06/04/2020: Fiji – Extension of Measures to Fight COVID-19
06/04/2020: Spain – COVID-19: State of Alarm Extended Again
06/04/2020: Spain – COVID-19: Border Controls, Restrictions on Travel, and Loosening of Quarantine
06/03/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Filing Deadlines Extended for Withholding Agents
06/01/2020: United States – New Proclamation Limiting Entry of Certain Chinese Students, Researchers
06/01/2020: United States – USCIS Resumes Premium Processing Service in Phases
06/01/2020: United States – IRS FAQs: Claiming Medical Condition Exception for COVID-19
05/29/2020: Canada – New Requirements under Quebec Experience Program
05/29/2020: Ghana – COVID-19: Update on Implementation Guidelines for Tax Incentives, Pension Relief
05/29/2020: European Union – Dutch Taxation of Pension Capital Referred to European Court
05/29/2020: Japan – COVID-19: Border Controls and Travel Restrictions Being Extended
05/29/2020: United States – Settlement Reached between H1-B IT Employers and USCIS
05/28/2020: United States – USCIS to Resume In-Office Operations June 4
05/28/2020: France – Social Security for Foreign Employers with Staff Working from Home
05/28/2020: Isle of Man – COVID-19: Tax Return Relief, Guidance on Work from Home Expenses
05/27/2020: Czech Republic – COVID-19: Penalty Relief for Late Employer Social Security Contributions
05/27/2020: France – COVID-19: New Agreements on Frontier Workers with Germany, Belgium, Switzerland
05/27/2020: United States – June 2020 Visa Bulletin Released; USCIS Final Action Announcement
05/27/2020: United States – Travel from Brazil Suspended Starting May 26 Due to COVID-19
05/26/2020: Argentina – Mandatory COVID -19 Quarantine Extended Again for Buenos Aires
05/26/2020: Slovenia – COVID-19: Tax, Social Security, Compensation, and Immigration Measures Expiring
05/22/2020: Ireland – COVID-19: Temporary Arrangements for Irish Residence Permit Registrations
05/22/2020: Belgium – COVID-19: Arrangements for Taxing Cross-Border Workers with France, Luxembourg
05/22/2020: Italy – Loosening Lockdown, Slow Reopening, Relaxing Travel Restrictions
05/22/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Filing and Payment Deadlines Extended for Individuals
05/22/2020: Norway – COVID-19: Temporary Reduction, Other Relief for Employers’ Social Security
05/22/2020: Malaysia – Special Tax Concessions for Individuals Due to COVID-19
05/22/2020: India – COVID-19: Clarifying Tax Residency for Individuals Staying More Days
05/21/2020: Canada – COVID-19: Temporary Process to Get Foreign Workers into New Jobs Faster
05/21/2020: United States – Land Border Restrictions with Canada, Mexico Extended Through June 22
05/20/2020: India – COVID-19: Update to Visa Extension Rules, Travel Restrictions
05/19/2020: European Union – Court Rules A1 Certificate Is Binding for Social Security Only
05/18/2020: Germany – COVID-19 Gives Rise to Further Limitations on Mobility through 15 June
05/18/2020: Ireland & United Kingdom – Update on Family Immigration and Northern Ireland
05/15/2020: Ireland – COVID-19: Further Temporary Extension of Residency Permissions
05/15/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: National Immigration Office Extends Residency Deadlines Again
05/14/2020: Czech Republic – COVID-19: Postponing Certain Advance Payments and Withholding Tax
05/14/2020: Belgium – FAQ Clarifies New Reporting and Tax Withholding Obligations
05/14/2020: Spain – COVID-19: State of Alarm Extended, Further Controls for Borders, Quarantine
05/13/2020: Belgium – COVID-19: Arrangements for Taxing Cross-Border Workers with Germany, Netherlands
05/13/2020: India – COVID-19: Provident Fund and Pension Relief Announced
05/13/2020: India – COVID-19: Tax Relief Measures
05/12/2020: European Union – Travel Ban Extended until 15 June
05/12/2020: Czech Republic – COVID-19: Lifting Entry Restrictions under Certain Governmental Programmes
05/12/2020: United States – Now Available: COVID-19 GMS & Immigration Global Tracker Interactive Map (PDF 124 KB)
05/11/2020: Argentina – Mandatory COVID-19 Quarantine Extended for Buenos Aires
05/08/2020: United States – USCIS Publishes Quarterly Data on Key Temporary Worker Visas
05/08/2020: Philippines – COVID-19: Enhanced Community Quarantine and Income Tax Filing Extensions
05/07/2020: Finland – COVID-19: Gradual Dismantling of Restrictions on Crossing Borders
05/07/2020: United States – Injunction Upheld to Block Health-Care Requirement for Immigrants
05/07/2020: European Union – Major Reform of EU Road Transport Sector Adopted
05/05/2020: Luxembourg – COVID-19: Tax, Social Security, Employee Relief Measures
05/05/2020: United States – USCIS Extends COVID-19 Flexibility on RFEs, NOIDs, Other Responses
05/04/2020: United States – USCIS Publishes New Form I-9 Handbook for Employers
05/01/2020: Guatemala – COVID-19: Social Security Deferment Options for Employers
05/01/2020: Iceland – COVID-19: Social Security and Payroll Tax Deferrals
05/01/2020: Italy – Status of Reopening Country, Work and Resident Permits Extended
05/01/2020: Vietnam – COVID-19: Immigration, Tax/Social Security, and Income Support Measures
04/30/2020: Poland – COVID-19: Relief for Social Security Charges, Charitable Donations, Arrears Interest
04/30/2020: United States – Emergency Motion Filed to Stop Order to Suspend Immigration
04/29/2020: Malta – COVID-19: Limited Entry and Work Permit Services, Tax Implications
04/29/2020: France – COVID-19: Tax Authorities Provide Guidance on Impact on Residency
04/29/2020: Ukraine – COVID-19: Relief for UST Taxpayers, Deadlines for Tax Returns and Payments
04/28/2020: Spain – COVID-19: Extension of Filing and Payment Deadlines for Certain Taxpayers
04/28/2020: Argentina – New Rules for Air Passenger Services and Travel to/from Argentina
04/28/2020: United States – May 2020 Visa Bulletin Released; USCIS Final Action Announcement
04/27/2020: Portugal – COVID-19: Deferral of Social Contribution Payments
04/27/2020: Nigeria – COVID-19: Tax Relief and Fiscal Stimulus Plans
04/27/2020: Spain – COVID-19: State of Alarm Extended, Restrictions on Non-Essential Travel to EU
04/27/2020: Argentina – Mandatory Quarantine Imposed Due to COVID-19 Extended
04/27/2020: United States – USCIS Extends Office Closures, Suspends Certain Services Through June 3
04/27/2020: Sweden – Immigration and Travel Restrictions Related to COVID-19 Continue
04/27/2020: United States – Presidential Proclamation Temporarily Suspends Entry for Certain Immigrants
04/24/2020: Nigeria – COVID-19: Payment Waivers on Fees for Extensions of Certain Permits
04/24/2020: Slovenia – COVID-19: Tax, Social Security, Compensation, and Immigration Measures
04/24/2020: Australia – Updated Guidance on Temporarily Displaced Employees Working in Australia
04/23/2020: United States – Border Restrictions with Canada, Mexico Extended Through May 20
04/23/2020: Germany – Extending Restrictions on Non-Essential Travel to EU, Updated Measures
04/23/2020: Portugal – New Tax on Pension Income of Non-Habitual Residents
04/23/2020: Germany – Mutual Agreements on Frontier Workers with Austria, Luxembourg, and The Netherlands
04/22/2020: Slovakia – COVID-19: Tax Relief and Wage Support for Individuals and Employers
04/22/2020: United States – Executive Order Expected to Impact Applicants for Permanent Residence
04/22/2020: United States – COVID-19: Waiver of Sec. 911 Time Requirements Announced
04/22/2020: United States – COVID-19 Relief for Nonresidents Remaining in United States
04/21/2020: Czech Republic – COVID-19: Extended State of Emergency and Related Measures
04/20/2020: South Africa – COVID-19: Lockdown Extension and Visa/Immigration Changes
04/20/2020: Singapore – COVID-19: Tax Concessions for Individuals and Companies
04/20/2020: South Africa – Foreign Remuneration Exemption: Tax Directive for Employers
04/17/2020: United Kingdom – COVID-19: Visa Application Centre Closures, Visa ‘Overstayers’ Get Extension
04/17/2020: United Kingdom – COVID-19: Right to Work Checks and U.K. Sponsor Compliance Updates
04/17/2020: Argentina – National Immigration Office Extends Residency Deadlines
04/17/2020: Finland – COVID-19: Revised Policies Restricting Travel Restrictions, List of Critical Tasks
04/16/2020: Italy – Lockdown Extended to 3 May, Options for Travel into/out of Country
04/16/2020: Taiwan – COVID-19: Tax Relief Measures, Travel Restrictions and Visa Extensions
04/16/2020: Chile – COVID-19 Travel Restrictions, Border Closure Extended
04/16/2020: Russia – 2019 Personal Tax Return Filing Deadline Extended
04/15/2020: Argentina – COVID-19: Fiscal Relief for Companies
04/15/2020: Hong Kong – Automatic Three-Month Extension of 2018/19 Tax Payment Deadlines
04/15/2020: Philippines – COVID-19: Enhanced Community Quarantine and Income Tax Filing Extensions
04/15/2020: Argentina –COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Extended
04/14/2020: United Kingdom – New Points-Based System Employers’ Guide Published
04/14/2020: South Korea – Filing and Payment Extensions for Individual Income Tax Returns
04/13/2020: Argentina – Government Extends Scope of Mandatory Quarantine
04/13/2020: United States – Sec. 911 Guidance from IRS for Congo, Haiti, Iraq, Sudan and Venezuela
04/10/2020: Czech Republic – COVID-19: Tax and Social Security Measures Introduced
04/10/2020: United States – Treasury Grants Expanded Payment and Filing Relief
04/09/2020: European Union - EUR 100 Billion Initiative to Support Employment and Businesses
04/09/2020: India – Changes to Residency and Taxation in Amended Finance Bill, 2020
04/09/2020: France – New Travel restrictions (COVID-19)
04/08/2020: Peru – COVID-19: Additional Fiscal Measures and Controls on Freedom of Movement
04/08/2020: Hong Kong – COVID-19: Updates to 2019-20 Tax Season
04/08/2020: United States – Summary of Immigration, Travel Changes in Response to COVID-19
04/08/2020: Singapore – Deemed Exercise Rule and Opportunity for Tax Refund
04/07/2020: OECD – Examining Cross-Border Employment/Tax Issues in Time of COVID-19
04/06/2020: European Union: European Court Rules on Dismissal of Certificates for Social Security
04/06/2020: Belgium – COVID-19 and Impact on Frontier Workers
04/06/2020: Russia – Travel and Immigration Restrictions Due to COVID-19
04/03/2020: Brazil – COVID-19: Income Tax Return and Central Bank Report Filing Extensions
04/03/2020: United States – USCIS Completes FY 2021 H-1B Cap Lottery; Petition Filing from April 1
04/03/2020: Barbados/Eastern Caribbean – Fiscal Stimulus and Travel/Border Restriction Measures
04/03/2020: France – Various Social Security Measures (COVID-19)
04/03/2020: France – COVID-19: Various Tax Relief and ‘Frontier Worker’ Measures
04/03/2020: Spain – COVID-19: New Decree Revises Immigration Processing Policies and Practices
04/03/2020: Ukraine – Immigration and Travel Policies Instituted to Combat COVID-19
04/03/2020: Italy – Measures that Put Country in Lockdown Extended to 13 April
04/03/2020: Japan – Expanding Entry Ban to 73 Nations to Control Coronavirus
04/02/2020: Poland – COVID-19: Amendments Passed Enhancing ’Anti-Crisis Shield’ Provisions
04/02/2020: Hong Kong – Recognising Same-Sex Marriage: Tax and Immigration Implications
04/02/2020: Hong Kong – 2020-2021 Budget Measures
04/01/2020: Spain – COVID-19: Government Restricts Access through Country’s External Borders
04/01/2020: Norway – COVID-19: Tax, Social Security, Benefits, and Quarantine Measures
04/01/2020: Kenya – Tax Relief Measures to Help Taxpayers Cope with COVID-19 Crisis
04/01/2020: Malaysia – Various Tax Deadlines Extended Due to COVID-19
04/01/2020: People’s Republic of China – COVID-19 Travel/Immigration Restrictions
04/01/2020: Argentina – National Immigration Office Extends Residency Deadlines
03/31/2020: Switzerland – COVID-19: Tax, Social Security, Immigration Implications for Cross-Border Workers
03/31/2020: Sweden – Immigration and Travel Restrictions Related to COVID-19
03/31/2020: Uruguay – Updated Travel Restrictions Imposed Due to COVID-19
03/30/2020: European Union – Guidelines for Free Movement of Workers during COVID-19 Pandemic
03/30/2020: Argentina – Mandatory Quarantine Imposed Due to COVID-19 Extended
03/30/2020: Australia – COVID-19: Considerations for Managing a Migrant Workforce in Trying Times
03/30/2020: Japan – Updated Travel/Immigration Measures to Combat Coronavirus (COVID-19)
03/30/2020: United States – Changes in USCIS Procedures Resulting from COVID-19
03/27/2020: United States – President Trump Signs CARES Act into Law
03/27/2020: Switzerland – Government Compensation for Employees Who Cannot Work Due to COVID-19
03/27/2020: Germany – COVID-19: Tax and Social Security Relief Measures and Considerations
03/27/2020: Belgium – Changed Work Patterns and Application of EU Social Security Regulations
03/27/2020: Romania – COVID-19: Measures for Social Protection and Income Support
03/27/2020: Romania – Tax Relief Measures to Help Taxpayers Affected by COVID-19 Crisis
03/27/2020: Ireland - COVID-19 Tax Measures Relevant to Mobile Employees
03/26/2020: Ireland – COVID-19: Filing Extension for Reporting Employee Share Schemes
03/26/2020: Brazil – Travel Restrictions and Other Measures to Confront COVID-19 Crisis
03/26/2020: South Africa – Travel Restrictions and Lockdown Related to COVID-19
03/26/2020: Botswana – Broad Measures Introduced by Government to Combat COVID-19 Threat
03/26/2020: United States – Senate Passes COVID-19 Fiscal Stimulus Bill
03/25/2020: Philippines – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions and Filing Extensions
03/25/2020: Spain – COVID-19: Containment Measures, Many Office and Service Closures
03/25/2020: Australia – Fringe Benefits Tax Considerations for Employers Facing COVID-19 Challenge
03/25/2020: Australia – COVID-19: Payroll Tax Relief Coming
03/25/2020: South Africa – Tax Concessions Announced to Address COVID-19 Impact on Economy
03/25/2020: United States – U.S.-Canada Border Closed to Non-Essential Travel
03/25/2020: Lithuania – COVID-19: Travel Restrictions and Tax Filing, Social Security Extensions
03/25/2020: Ireland – COVID-19: Residence Permits Extensions and Cessation of Visa Processing
03/25/2020: Malaysia – Travel and Immigration Restrictions to Combat COVID-19
03/24/2020: Germany – Measures to Combat COVID-19 Become More Intense
03/24/2020: Argentina – Mandatory Quarantine Imposed Due to COVID-19
03/24/2020: United States – New IRS FAQs on Federal Tax Filing and Payment Extension
03/24/2020: Switzerland – COVID-19: Closing Borders, Limiting Entry and Visa Issuance FAQs
03/24/2020: France – New Actions to Restrict Travel, Extend Immigration Documents’ Validity
03/24/2020: Croatia – COVID-19: Measures Limiting Travel, Imposing Quarantine and Social Distancing
03/24/2020: Australia – COVID-19 Borders Closed to NonResidents
03/23/2020: Canada – Extensions on Tax Filings in Light of COVID-19 Crisis
03/23/2020: Australia – ATO Guidance on Impact of COVID-19 on Taxation of Foreign Employees
03/23/2020: Norway – Covid-19 Update: Entry Restrictions / Immigration-Related Processing Uncertainties
03/23/2020: Belgium – COVID-19 Measures Taken by Belgian Immigration Authorities
03/23/2020: United States - DHS Defers Physical Inspection Requirements for Form I-9
03/23/2020: Ghana – COVID-19-Related Travel Restrictions and Safety Directives
03/23/2020: Indonesia – Extended Filing Dates and Other Measures for COVID-19
03/21/2020: Singapore – Changes to Employment Pass and S Pass Requirements
03/21/2020: South Korea - Earned Income Deduction, Local Income Tax, Totalization of Gains
03/21/2020: Japan – UPDATE: Immigration/Travel Restrictions Related to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
03/21/2020: United States – UPDATE: Treasury Announces Filing Extension
03/21/2020: United States – President Signs Paid Leave and Benefits Relating to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
03/20/2020: United States – All Taxpayer Assistance Centers Closed
03/20/2020: Poland – ‘Anti-Crisis Shield’ Project Counters COVID-19’s Fiscal Impact
03/20/2020: Vietnam – Immigration, Travel, Quarantine Policies Instituted to Combat COVID-19
03/20/2020: European Union – Countries Taking Extraordinary Measures on Borders, Travel, Health
03/20/2020: United Kingdom – HMRC Publishes Guidance on COVID-19 and Statutory Residence Test
03/20/2020: United States – USCIS Office Closures
03/20/2020: United States – Treasury Announces Filing Extension
03/19/2020: United States - Managing Employer I-9 Requirements and COVID-19
03/19/2020: United States – KPMG Report on Telecommuting and Compensation Concerns during Uncertain Times
03/19/2020: Denmark – COVID-19-Related Travel Restrictions, Changes to Immigration Policies
03/19/2020: European Union – Border Security Guidelines to Protect Health, Foster Economic Continuity
03/19/2020: Finland – Update on Travel Restrictions Imposed Due to COVID-19
03/19/2020: Uruguay - Travel Restrictions Imposed Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
03/19/2020: Chile – Significant Travel Restrictions Imposed Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
03/19/2020: Canada – Government Places Restrictions on Entry
03/19/2020: Czech Republic – Emergency Measures Imposed by Government to Confront COVID-19 Crisis
03/18/2020: United States – UPDATE: IRS Announces Tax Payment Extension in Response to COVID-19 Emergency
03/18/2020: United States – Social Security Administration Announces Office Closings in Response to COVID-19 Emergency
03/18/2020: Australia – COVID-19 Travel Restrictions and Self-Quarantine Requirements
03/18/2020: European Union – Shedding Some Light on Social Security As COVID-19 Spreads
03/18/2020: Germany – Considerable Lengths Taken by Government to Stem Rise of COVID-19
03/17/2020: Belgium –COVID-19 Travel Restrictions and Immigration Process Changes
03/17/2020: United States - U.S. Embassies and Consulates Suspend Services; USCIS Office Closures
03/17/2020: Ireland – COVID-19: Delays in Employment Permit Processing Times
03/17/2020: United States – IRS Announces Tax Payment Extension in Response to COVID-19 Emergency
03/17/2020: Peru – Tax Relief and Closing Border to Help Deal with Spread of COVID-19
03/17/2020: Argentina – Updated Travel Restrictions Imposed Due to COVID-19
03/16/2020: Japan – Immigration/Travel Restrictions Related to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
03/15/2020: United States - Travel Ban from European Countries to Include U.K. and Ireland
03/13/2020: Argentina – Travel Restrictions Imposed Due to COVID-19
03/13/2020: Chile – Tax Reform Modifies Top Marginal Rates, Tax Residence Definition
03/12/2020: United States – COVID-19 Emergency Has Treasury Considering Tax Return Filing Delay
03/12/2020: United States - Travel from EU’s Schengen Area Suspended for 30 Days or Longer
03/11/2020: United Kingdom – Spring 2020 Budget Released
03/10/2020: Italy – Country in Lockdown as COVID-19 Threat Grows
03/09/2020: Slovenia – Amendments to Personal Income Tax Act
03/09/2020: United States – Administration Announces Visa Restrictions on Six Additional Countries
03/06/2020: United States – Immigration Updates: COVID-19 Entry Restrictions, TPS and Yemen
03/06/2020: Italy – Some Tax Deadlines Extended During COVID-19 Outbreak
03/05/2020: People’s Republic of China – Coronavirus Spurs New Preferential Individual Income Tax Policy
03/05/2020: Colombia – New Tax Law Provisions Affecting Individuals
03/04/2020: People’s Republic of China – New Social Security Policies Given Coronavirus Outbreak
03/04/2020: Italy – New Statute Introduces COVID-19-Related Measures Affecting Immigration
03/03/2020: United States – IRS Announces Relief for Reporting of Certain Foreign Trusts
03/03/2020: Singapore – Precautions Extended to Foreign Employees Traveling from Areas in South Korea
03/02/2020: Japan – Extended Tax Filing Deadline, Other Government Steps Due to COVID-19
02/27/2020: Australia – Superannuation Amnesty Bill Passes Parliament
02/26/2020: United States – 2020 Sec. 911-Related Housing Cost Limitations Released by IRS
02/26/2020: Ireland – Fresh Guidance for Revenue-Approved Profit Sharing Schemes
02/25/2020: Italy – Temporary Measures in Place to Deal with Outbreak of Covid-19
02/24/2020: United States – Wage Withholding: Proposed Regs, Form W-4, Online Tools
02/24/2020: Ghana - Changes to Personal Income Tax Bands and Reliefs
02/21/2020: Czech Republic – Surprise Judgment from Court on Taxing Securities Sales Income
02/21/2020: Singapore - New Health Directive to Contain Spread of Coronavirus
02/21/2020: People’s Republic of China – Clarifications on Policy for Overseas Income
02/20/2020: United States – Emergency Review Requested for Public Charge Questionnaire
02/14/2020: Vietnam – Changes in Work Permit, Immigration Procedures
02/14/2020: European Union - New Rules on Short-Stay Visas
02/14/2020: Argentina – General Resolution Introduces New Advance Payments for Wealth Tax
02/13/2020: Singapore – Measures Implemented to Contain Spread of Coronavirus
02/11/2020: People’s Republic of China – Coronavirus Response: Considerations for Businesses Relocating Employees
02/07/2020: People’s Republic of China – Updates on Immigration Policy during Coronavirus Epidemic
02/07/2020: Canada – Québec: New Obligations for Employers Hiring Temporary Foreign Workers
02/05/2020: Singapore – New Talent Access Programme for Tech Companies
02/04/2020: United States – Employers May Use New Form I-9 Now; Mandatory from May 1
02/04/2020: Ireland – National Minimum Wage Rise from 1 February
01/31/2020: Singapore – Increased Penalties, Enforcement for Not Complying with Fair Employment Practices
01/31/2020: United Kingdom – Committee Recommends Points-Based System, Salary Thresholds for Immigration
01/31/2020: United States - Supreme Court Allows Implementation of New “Public Charge” Rule
01/30/2020: Lithuania - Changes in Taxation of Employment-Related Income for 2020
01/24/2020: European Union – Mandatory Disclosure Rules (MDR) in Global Mobility
01/23/2020: Argentina – Law 27,541 Contains New Rules for Wealth Tax, Financial Income Tax
01/21/2020: France – 2020 Finance Law Adopted, Some Changes to Budget Measures
01/21/2020: People’s Republic of China – Hong Kong Teachers and Researchers Arrangement
01/21/2020: People’s Republic of China – IIT Policy for Charitable Donations
01/17/2020: People’s Republic of China – Annual Comprehensive Income Tax Reconciliation Policies Confirmed
01/16/2020: Ireland & United Kingdom – Family Immigration Rules and Northern Ireland
01/15/2020: Czech Republic – Court Confirms Expat Social Security Income Tax Base
01/13/2020: Ireland – Sectors with Shortages Addressed by New Employment Permits
01/13/2020: People’s Republic of China – Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan Residents and Social Security
01/09/2020: Netherlands – Online Registration, Other Procedures Implemented for Posted Workers
01/07/2020: Hong Kong – Court Issues Decision on Separation / Termination Payment
01/07/2020: People’s Republic of China – Annual Comprehensive Income Tax Reconciliation Policies Update
01/06/2020: United States - Individual Income Tax Provisions Enacted in Appropriations Legislation
01/06/2020: United States – FinCEN Notice 2019-1 Extends FBAR Filing Date Again for Some
01/03/2020: People’s Republic of China – Targeted Changes to Facilitate Entry/Exit for Foreign Talent
01/03/2020: Greece – New Tax Legislation Brings Important Changes
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