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Czech Republic: Registration rules simplified
The Czech Republic has introduced a major administrative reform affecting all employers hiring Czech, EU, and non-EU nationals. As of April 1, 2026, registrations and deregistrations of employees are processed through a single consolidated monthly notification, replacing approximately 25 separate forms previously required per individual.
Kazakhstan: Migration reform announced
Kazakhstan has confirmed a major migration reform aimed at attracting skilled professionals, investors, and international businesses. The upcoming changes include the new Altyn Visa program, visa modernization, and further digitalization of immigration procedures.
EES System Launched
The EU has officially launched the Entry/Exit System, replacing passport stamping with digital tracking of non-EU travelers. While improving compliance control, the rollout is already causing delays and operational challenges at airports.
Kyrgyzstan: Foreign Labour Quota
Kyrgyzstan has set its national foreign labour quota at 52,000 workers for 2026. This is a substantial increase from previous years and reflects growing demand in construction, services, and agriculture.
Hungary: Migration Statistics
The data shows over 403,000 valid residence permits active at the end of 2025, with nearly 186,000 registered EU/EEA citizens. Despite ongoing labour shortages, the government confirmed it will maintain the strict 35,000 Guest Worker Quota for the entire year of 2026.
Poland: draft rules to restrict work under visa-free regime for certain nationals
On 27 March 2026, the Polish government published a draft regulation introducing new restrictions on employment for nationals of selected countries staying in Poland under the visa-free regime. The proposal aims to tighten control over access to the labour market and prevent misuse of visa-free entry for employment purposes.
Middle East: shipping Disruptions Rising
Shipping Disruptions Rising. Ongoing instability in the Middle East is impacting global moving and logistics, with routes being rerouted or suspended. Delays, rising costs, and reduced reliability are becoming key factors to consider in relocation planning.
Romania: sets work permit quota for 2026
The Romanian government has approved a quota of 90,000 work permits for nationals of non-EU, non-EEA, and non-Swiss countries for 2026. This is 10,000 fewer than in 2025, despite ongoing labor shortages in construction, manufacturing, and services.