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EU Entry/Exit System Launches
From October 12, 2025, the EU will begin rolling out the EES to replace passport stamps for non-EU travelers. The system will record biometric data and flag overstayers automatically.
Uzbekistan Updates Duty-Free Limits
New customs rules define what individuals can bring into Uzbekistan tax-free – e.g., $1,000 by air, $300 by car, and strict limits on alcohol, tobacco, and food. Some exemptions now depend on trip duration.
Kazakhstan Expands Migration Control
Kazakhstan introduced digital monitoring, AI-based tracking, and new penalties for host parties that fail to register foreign guests. A new law also imposes registration for stays over 30 days.
Poland: changes to eu blue card and work permit rules
Government of Poland introduced a lot of various changes to immigration legislation, which gradually took place in June and July 2025. Below we have listed some of the more significant changes that are relevant for foreign workers (including specifically EU Blue Card holders) and their employers.
Bulgaria updates immigration legislation: What employers and foreign nationals should know
The Bulgarian Parliament approved the final version of the amendments to the Foreigners Act during a second and final reading on June 18, 2025.
United States: Nationality-Based Travel Ban for 19 Countries and a Six-Month F/M/J Ban for New Study at Harvard
President Trump has signed proclamations imposing new restrictions effective June 9, 2025 on visa issuance and travel to the United States
Israel - automatic extension for certain visa categories
The Israeli Population, Immigration and Border Control Authority (PIBA) announced on June 17, an automatic extension for certain visa categories. Foreign nationals holding the eligible visas, valid as of June 12, will have their permits extended until September 30, 2025.
Slovakia: New Restrictions For Business Residence Permit Obtaining
Slovak government introduced several changes to the Act No. 404/2011 on the Residence of Foreigners, with major implications regarding Residence Permit for Business Purposes. Changes have been approved on May 20 and are set to take force from July 1, 2025.