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Tashkent Housing Market: More Supply, Expats' Top Picks Remain
Tashkent’s rental market remains stable despite a growing supply of modern apartments. Rental rates are holding steady — with some increases in central districts like Mirabad and Yakkasaray.
Belgrade Rental Market Update
Rental prices in most parts of Belgrade have dropped by 10–20% due to a surge in new apartments. Tenants, including expats, now have more options and bargaining power. Still, premium areas like Belgrade Waterfront, Vračar, central Palilula, and New Belgrade hold steady — with some luxury rentals even pricier than before.
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.
Open Balkan Initiative – Current Status
In March 2024, the Open Balkan initiative was officially launched. This initiative allows nationals of Albania, North Macedonia, and Serbia to live and work in any of other 2 countries for the duration of the permit, without requiring additional residence or work permits.
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.