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Hungary: Residence Permit Restrictions
The Hungarian government has introduced amendments to regulations concerning the employment of third-country nationals under Residence Permit for Employment Purpose and Guest Worker Residence Permit and. The Government Decree No. 450/2024, published on December 23, 2024, came into force on January 1, 2025.
Kazakhstan: Visa-Free Travel for Citizens
Kazakhstan and Morocco have signed an agreement for visa-free travel, allowing citizens of both countries to stay for up to 30 days within a 180-day period. Oman has also extended its visa-free regime for Kazakh citizens, although official documents have not yet been published.
OpenBalkans: New Work Permit System
Balkan countries have introduced a new system for citizens of Albania, North Macedonia, and Serbia, allowing them to live and work in any of these countries without requiring additional permits.
Serbia: Customs Procedures Go Digital
Serbia's Customs Administration has launched the "eCustoms" project, introducing automated customs procedures to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency. Find out what this means for your operations.
Uzbekistan: Electronic Employment Contracts
Starting January 4, 2025, all employment contracts in Uzbekistan, including those with foreign workers, must be signed electronically through the Unified National Labor System.
Kazakhstan: New Visas for Remote Workers
Kazakhstan launched new visa types for investors, business immigrants, skilled professionals, and digital nomads. These changes create more opportunities for long-term residence and business in the country.
Croatia: The temporary protection for nearly 28,000 Ukrainians in Croatia is being extended
Temporary Protection Program has been extended by the Government of the Republic of Croatia on February 27, 2025. This extension applies to displaced persons from Ukraine and will remain valid until March 4, 2026.