In November 2016, the EU Intra Corporate Transfer (ICT) Directive was implemented in the Netherlands. Permits Foundation had previously successfully advocated to secure the working rights of partners when the ICT Directive was negotiated at EU-level. A number of our sponsor companies raised concerns relating to the Dutch implementation of certain aspects of the Directive. […]

Peru has issued a new migration decree in March that regulates the entry, exit, stay and residence of foreigners. The decree introduces and re-orders a wide range of visas in Temporary and Residence categories and overall makes the regulations more business-friendly. Significantly, it includes work authorization for family members of new Residence visa holders, as […]

Permits Foundation has written again to the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Mr Kiren Rijiju, to follow up on our proposal for a new intra-corporate transfer visa that would also allow accompanying spouses to work during an assignment to India. At a previous meeting in June 2016, together with a delegation of international companies, […]

“The desperation of Indian housewives in the United States of America” looks at the loss of independence faced by the spouses of H1B skilled employees in the USA (most of whom come from India), who are by default given H4 non-immigrant working visas, which denies them the right to work – often leading to loneliness and depression. […]

This white paper takes a look at the data that backs up some of the top trends in the industry and provides a clear picture on the best options for your company’s relocating partner population. Published by NetExpat, October 2016.