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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.
Armenia: New Migration Portal Launched
Armenia has introduced a new official migration information website, centralizing legislation, procedures, and access to work and residence permit platforms.
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.
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.
Armenia: Major Reform Ahead
Armenia has approved extensive updates to its immigration system, introducing digital procedures, a biometric residence card, revised TRP/PRP rules, and a new quota model for foreign workers.
Georgia: New Penalties Introduced
Georgia has expanded administrative sanctions for foreign nationals, tightening fines for overstays, clarifying deportation grounds, and introducing entry bans of up to 5 years.