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Starting a Business in Lithuania: A 7-Step Guide
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Learn how to start a business in Lithuania. Discover opportunities, navigate registration, and tackle challenges.
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How to renew Spain's digital nomad visa
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There are two ways to apply for the DNV, the first is via the Spanish consulate in your home country, and the second is to apply for it while on a tourist visa in Spain.
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How to Adopt a Child in Thailand
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How to adopt a child in Thailand (video).
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Sierra Leone Launches Gold-Backed Life-Time Residency Program
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Program opens for applications on Dec 7. Lifetime residency, 40-day approval.
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How to Apply for Canada Citizenship: A Step-by-Step Guide
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Learn how to apply for Canadian citizenship with our detailed guide. Step-by-step instructions, eligibility, and tips for using the citizenship application tracker.
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Strengthening Europe-Asia Trade: Italy and India's Strategic Partnership
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Italian Minister Adolfo Urso suggests Italy can serve as a European gateway for India, while India reciprocates as an Asian hub for Italy.
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Portuguese Tech Startups: A Key to Transforming the Economy
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Portuguese tech startups are not only gaining global recognition but also holding the potential to reshape the nations economy.
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Kuwait announces new expat residency laws
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Kuwait introduces new residency rules for foreigners after six decades of previous decree
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Proposed tighter conditions for obtaining Finnish citizenship
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A government proposal amending requirements for acquiring Finnish citizenship is scheduled to be submitted to Parliament in spring 2025.
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How To move to Italy from the USA and other countries
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Italy's Investor Visa offers a unique pathway to residency, combining lucrative financial opportunities.
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The Malta Permanent Residence Programme - Recent Amendment
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The Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations cater for the granting of residence to third country nationals and their dependants.
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How to Apply for a Police Clearance in Thailand
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How to apply for a Thai police clearance certificate.
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How to Get a Thailand Marriage Visa
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The application process for the Thai Marriage Visa.
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How to start a business in Spain: Guide for expats
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When starting a new life in Spain, many expatriates consider starting a new business too. This guide covers everything you need to know, plus common concerns many expatriates face when setting up a business in Spain.
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Modifications to permanent residence as a qualified investor in Panama
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Since 2020, Panama has successfully developed the Permanent Resident subcategory as a Qualified Investor, focused specifically on those foreigners interested in making investments in the country;
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Labor Reform Initiative in Mexico to Regulate Digital Platform Workers
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This proposal, promoted by the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare (Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social or STPS), aims to serve a sector that has grown exponentially in Mexico in recent years.
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Why are North Americans so captivated by Portugals real estate
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As Portugal becomes a hub for real estate opportunities, American investors are increasingly flocking to the country, drawn by attractive returns, quality of life, and visa programs.
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How To Apply For A Birth Certificate In India: A Step-by-Step Guide
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Birth Certificate Online Apply: The application process is quite simple and involves a nominal fee of Rs 20. However, be aware that extra ges may apply if you are applying late.
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Citizens can be provided with a criminal record certificate online
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The Judicial Council of Kosovo, within the framework of a project supported by the European Union, presented on Friday the online platform of the Central Criminal Evidence System for the issuance of the criminal status certificate.
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The Ultimate Guide to Expat Living in Phuket, Thailand
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If youre wondering whether life in Phuket, Thailand, is right for you, this guide will help you decide. This ultimate guide discusses everything, from the cost of living to the best places to visit.
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The appeal of Cyprus as a home for business professionals
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In recent years, Cyprus has been transforming itself from a popular tourist destination into a vibrant entrepreneurial hub. But what is driving this change, and why are so many startups flocking to this Mediterranean island
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To boost bilateral ties with India, Taiwan opens new office in Mumbai
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The new mission will provide 'visa services, document authentication, and emergency assistance to business people, tourists, and Taiwanese nationals' in western India.
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What are rights, privileges of OCI cardholders How does it offer flexibility to foreign-Indian nationals
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The OCI card, introduced in August 2005, allows individuals of Indian origin who were citizens of India on January 26, 1950, or thereafter, to register and enjoy specific privileges.
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Hong Kong extends multi-entry mainland China visa for non-permanent residents to 5 years South China Morning Post
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City leader rolls out new measure aimed at boosting citys appeal to foreign investors and reinforcing its international trading hub status.
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UK's Graduate Visa: Eligibility, cost and application process
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A Graduate visa allows you to remain in the UK for 2 years after completing a UK course. A PhD grants 3 years. The application must be done within the UK before the current visa expires.
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Applying for Your O-1 Visa to Work in Film and TV
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What qualifies as extraordinary ability and how to demonstrate it in your visa application.
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Türkiye extends work permit exemption for skilled foreign workers for 3 years
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Türkiye relaxes work permit regulations for refugees and foreign professionals, offering temporary exemptions.
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Moving to France: Marriage, visas and understanding French politics
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From working visas and the Talent Passport, via picking an area of France and understanding the country's complicated politics - what you need to know if you're planning a move.
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What is the Diversity Visa Lottery
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Established in 1990, the Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery program allocates 55,000 immigrant visas (green cards) each year to individuals from countries with low rates of immigration to the United States.
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Indonesia and Switzerland Seeks to Accelerate Investments under New Bilateral Investment Treaty - Lexology
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A new bilateral investment treaty between Indonesia and Switzerland, namely the Indonesia-Swiss Agreement on the Promotion and Reciprocal Protection of Investments, came into force in August 2024.
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Why Costa Rica Is the Top Expat Destination in 2024
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Foreigners find it relatively easy to adapt to the local culture, with 35 stating that getting used to Costa Rican customs is easywell above the global average of 21.
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Australia introduces work and holiday visa for Indian travellers: How to apply
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The visa is valid for one year and can be extended for up to two years.
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Want to set up a business in Dubai This new startup guide will help
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The Dubai Startup Guide is designed not only for local entrepreneurs but also for international startups looking to tap into Dubai's digital economy
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How to choose the right visa when buying a home in Spain
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Whether youre self-employed or retired, heres everything you need to know about making the move to Spain
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Spain adds more red tape to digital nomad visa scheme
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SPAIN has tightened up on rules to apply for a digital nomad visa which affects non-EU citizens, including those from the United Kingdom
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Divorce by Mutual Agreement Recognized in Philippine Courts
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In a Decision by the Supreme Court of the Philippines on 27 February 2024, the High Court ruled that foreign divorce decrees do not require judicial proceedings abroad to be recognized in the Philippines
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4 Ways to Get Residency in San Marino
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San Marino offers many residency paths: elective for investors, entrepreneurial, atypical with reduced taxation, and atypical for retirees.
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How to Get Singapore Citizenship
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For most foreigners, the journey to Singapore citizenship begins with obtaining permanent residence (PR) status.
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Living in Hong Kong: The Expat Guide
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Once youve entered Hong Kong on a valid visa and decided to stay longer than 180 days, you must apply for a non-resident Hong Kong identity card within 30 days of your arrival.
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Taking care of business what matters when your employees travel to and from Germany
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An overview of the key aspects to consider when sending one of your employees to and from Germany.
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Applying for Thai Citizenship: Key Considerations and Legal Guidance
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Applying for Thai citizenship involves meeting a set of stringent criteria designed to ensure applicants good integration into Thai society.
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Sri Lanka: 35 countries to be exempt from visa requirements from October 1, 2024
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From October 1, 2024 and for 6 months, citizens of 35 countries will no longer need a visa to travel to Sri Lanka.
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Cuba eases entry procedures for foreign visitors
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Cuba is granting more flexibility for registration on the DViajeros platform as well as for travelers holding a tourist card issued before the introduction of the e-Visa.
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Australia's working holiday visa could give you year-long residency
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Working Holiday Maker visas allow visitors to work in the country to fund an extended vacation. Holders of these visas can also study or train for up to four months, and travel to and from Australia as many times as they want during the course of the year.
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Sweden to Introduce More Stringent Measures for Those Who Want to Obtain Citizenship
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The Swedish Migration Agency has presented several measures that include the detection of potential security threats, strengthening ID control and implementing systems for the revocation of residence permits.
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Belgium: New work permit regulations in Brussels
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On 1 October 2024, changes to the work permit regulations for non-European nationals take effect in the Brussels Capital region of Belgium.
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Citizenship in Finland: Residence period increased from 5 to 8 years
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New changes to Finlands Citizenship Act mean that candidates for citizenship must now have resided in the country for 8 years, up from the previous 5 years.
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The requirements for Spain's digital nomad visa
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If you want to apply for Spain's digital nomad visa, it's important to first know if you qualify. Find out all the requirements, from your nationality, income, employers, qualifications, experience and more.
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Dubai Introduces Golden Visa for Teachers Granting 10-Year Residency
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Golden Visas will now be granted to outstanding educators in private early childhood centers, schools, and higher education institutions across Dubai.
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The Ultimate Guide to Expat Living in Dublin, Ireland
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Everything an expat needs to know about living in Dublin, Ireland, including how to get residency and citizenship.
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