Immigration news update for APAC and EMEA region
Asia-Pacific
New Zealand: Border reopening
The New Zealand government has announced that the border will be re-opening to all tourists and visa holders from July 31, 2022. This includes the maritime border, which will also be re-opening to foreign-flagged vessels, including cruise ships. Fully vaccinated visa holders of the new Accredited Employer Work Visa (to be launched on July 4, 2022) will be permitted to enter New Zealand.
This summary was prepared using information obtained from the Ministry of Health.
Disclaimer: The above information is provided for general information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any further inquiries regarding the applicability of this information, please contact Debra Jane Beynon, Regional Immigration Manager (APAC).Â
Europe, Middle East and Africa
United Kingdom: New countries to be added to the electronic visa waiver program
The U.K. government announced that two Middle East countries, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, will be added to the electronic visa waiver program from June 1. With this program individuals will be allowed to stay for up to six months and perform business, study or receive medical treatment. The application for the waiver must be applied here prior to entry.
This summary was prepared using information obtained from Gov.uk.
Disclaimer: The above information is provided for general information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any further inquiries regarding the applicability of this information, please contact Laxmi Vikraman, Regional Immigration Manager (EMEA).
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