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Serbia to Become a Regional AI Hub – Driving Foreign Talent Relocation
Serbia is set to become the owner of the largest supercomputer cluster in Southeast Europe by the end of 2026 or early 2027, reinforcing its position as an emerging regional hub for artificial intelligence and advanced technologies.
Europe: updated salary thresholds for work permits and EU Blue Cards
Navigating the salary requirements is an essential part of employing or relocating highly skilled migrants. With the start of the new year, governments are again adjusting minimum salary thresholds for work permits, impacting workforce planning and mobility strategies.
Georgia: mandatory health insurance for tourists
Health Insurance Required. Starting 1 January 2026, tourists entering Georgia must carry valid health insurance covering their entire stay. Border authorities are authorized to check compliance, with fines applied in case of violations.
Kazakhstan: IIN Issuance Rules Changed
Foreign nationals can no longer obtain an Individual Identification Number through consulates abroad. IINs are now issued only within Kazakhstan, affecting certain expatriate categories and investors.
Kyrgyzstan: Visa-Free Stay Shortened
The Kyrgyz Republic has introduced amendments to the rules governing the period of stay for foreign nationals on its territory, in force from the date of official publication on 31 December 2025. The updated provisions revise the permitted duration of visa-free stays for several categories of foreign citizens.
Poland: online-only residence permit filings
Starting January 2026, Poland requires all temporary and long-term residence permit applications to be submitted exclusively online through the new Moduł Obsługi Spraw (MOS) portal, replacing paper applications.
Uzbekistan: Visa-Free for US
Uzbekistan will launch a 30-day visa-free regime for US citizens starting 1 January 2026, aiming to deepen bilateral economic ties and boost tourism. The step follows the country’s recent expansion of visa-free travel for several Middle Eastern and Asian states.
Poland: Simplified Work Visa Cancelled for Georgia
Poland has taken Georgia off its simplified work-visa list. Georgian nationals and their employers must now use the standard work-permit and D-type visa process, with longer timelines and more administrative steps to factor into workforce planning.