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Hong Kong – landmark ruling on dependant visa status for same-sex couples
In a landmark decision on 4 July 2018, Hong Kong’s Court of Final Appeal ruled on a case, allowing a British same-sex spouse the right to obtain dependant status. Her application for a dependant visa had previously been refused by the Director of Immigration. Under current Hong Kong immigration policy, in contrast to heterosexual spouses, […]
Read morePermits Foundation Brexit survey shows importance of family matters to employers
When it comes to Brexit, family matters are important to employers and HR managers. That’s the key finding from a survey on Brexit immigration policy issues facing employers in the UK. The Permits Foundation Brexit Survey looked at the impact of Brexit on EU citizen employees, with a focus on family members during the transition […]
Read moreECJ ruling on recognition of same sex spouse on return to home country
The European Court of Justice recently ruled that the term ‘spouse’ within the meaning of the provisions of EU law on freedom of residence for EU citizens and their family members, includes spouses of the same sex. “Although the Member States have the freedom whether or not to authorise marriage between persons of the same […]
Read morePermits Foundation responds to the Irish Public Consultation for Economic Migration Policies
Ireland is currently revising its international economic migration policy. Permits Foundation responded to the Public Consultation for Economic Migration Policies, in particular, the aspects related to the Dependant/Partner/Spouse Employment Permit.
Read moreSouth Africa – Permits Foundation Responds to White Paper on International Migration
Permits Foundation has responded to South Africa’s White Paper on International Migration, which was published by the Minister of Home Affairs, MKN Gigaba. In general, we welcome the White Paper, which acknowledges the advantages of migration to development in South Africa. In particular, we applaud its recognition of the need for a new fast-track, long-term […]
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