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Hungary suspends guest worker applications for citizens of 3 countries
From 5 June 2026, Hungary has suspended new applications under its streamlined Guest Worker recruitment scheme for nationals of Georgia, Armenia, and the Philippines.
Hungary ends guest worker permit program
As of 6 June 2026, Hungary no longer accepts new applications under its Guest Worker residence permit programme, marking a shift in the country's approach to employing foreign nationals.
Estonia Introduces More Flexible Immigration Rules for Foreign Employees
On 22 May 2026, Estonia introduced a package of immigration reforms designed to make the employment of foreign nationals more flexible while helping employers address ongoing labour shortages. The changes also bring Estonian legislation further in line with the EU Single Permit Directive.
EU Migration and Asylum Pact Enters into Force
On 12 June 2026, the European Union officially began applying the new Pact on Migration and Asylum across all Member States, marking the most comprehensive reform of the EU's migration and asylum framework in years.
New Rules for International Road Transport in the EU
From July 1, 2026, new EU regulations extend tachograph requirements to certain light commercial vehicles used in international road transport, introducing additional compliance obligations for transport and moving companies.
Caucasus & Central Asia: Faster Cargo Routes
The countries participating in the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), also known as the Middle Corridor, have approved a development plan for 2026 aimed at further strengthening the route connecting China, Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Europe.
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.
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.