New Zealand Statutory Updates 2025
Here are New Zealand’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective December 2025 Stricter Police Clearance Certificate Rules for Indian Applicants Police clearance requirements are tightening for Indian nationals applying for New Zealand visas from within India. Key Details: Indian applicants must supply police clearance certificates issued only by a Regional Passport Office of the Ministry of […]
Vietnam Statutory Updates 2025
Here are Vietnam’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective March 2026 Vietnam to Raise Monthly Personal Income Tax Deductions The Government of Vietnam has proposed an increase in monthly personal income tax (PIT) deductions, set to take effect from March 2026, to better reflect economic conditions and rising living expenses. Key Points: The standard deduction for […]
Philippines Statutory Updates in 2025
Here are Philippines’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective August 2025 DOLE Issues Supplemental Guidelines on Foreign Work Permits The Philippine Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has issued new supplemental guidelines to streamline and clarify the process of obtaining work permits for foreign nationals. Key Details: Employers are no longer required to advertise job vacancies […]
United Kingdom Statutory Updates 2025
Here are UK’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective February 2025 UK Extends eVisa Grace Period Until June 2025 The UK government has extended the grace period for expired Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) and Biometric Residence Cards (EUSS BRCs) as it transitions to the eVisa system. Key Details: Previous Deadline: Expired BRPs and EUSS BRCs were […]
India Statutory Updates 2025
Here are India’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective October 2025 e-Visa Categories Expanded to Include Transit, Mountaineering, Film and Entry India’s Bureau of Immigration has expanded the list of eligible travel purposes under its electronic visa (e-Visa) system, making it easier for certain travellers to enter India without visiting a consulate or embassy. Key Updates: […]
South Korea Statutory Updates 2025
Here are the South Korea statutory updates for 2025. Effective September 2025 South Korea Launches K-Star Visa for Global STEM Talent South Korea’s Ministry of Justice has announced a new visa track, Korea Science and Technology Advanced Human Resources (K-Star), designed to attract top global talent in science and technology. Key updates: New K-Star visa […]
China Statutory Updates 2025
Here are the China statutory updates for 2025. Effective January 2026 China Implements New VAT Law with Significant Updates China’s new Value-Added Tax (VAT) Law will take effect on 1 January 2026, introducing key changes to unify regulations, clarify taxable transactions, and enhance compliance. Key Updates: Expanded Scope of Taxable Services: The new law standardizes […]
Australia Statutory Updates 2025
Here are Australia’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective for Programme Year 2025–26 Permanent Migration Program Planning Levels Confirmed The Australian government will maintain 185,000 permanent migration places for 2025–26, unchanged from last year, with the majority allocated to skilled migrants and the remainder to family and special categories. Key Details: The total programme cap remains […]
Thailand Statutory Updates 2025
Here are Thailand’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective October 2025 / January 2026 Thailand New BOI Rules for Hiring Foreign Nationals The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has issued Announcement No. Por. 8/2568 introducing new rules for BOI-promoted companies employing foreign nationals. These changes aim to enhance workforce planning and ensure compliance with BOI privileges. […]
Malaysia Statutory Updates 2025
Here are Malaysia’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective Q4 2025 Malaysia to Enforce Mandatory EPF Contributions for Foreign Workers The Malaysian government will introduce mandatory Employee Provident Fund (EPF) contributions for foreign workers starting in Q4 2025. This policy aims to enhance social security coverage for expatriates and migrant workers in Malaysia. Key Details: Employer […]
