There has been a hugely positive development for dependents of international employees in the US with the news that E-1, E-2, E-3 and L-2 dependent spouses are to receive automatic work authorization incident to status. In addition, from 12 November, the employment authorization document (EAD) of an E and L dependent spouse, and employment authorization […]

The European Council voted today to approve the revised EU Blue Card Directive on the entry and residence of third-country nationals for the purposes of highly-skilled employment. The reformed rules are part of the EU’s overall migration policy to attract and retain talent and provide legal pathways to the EU in light of the projected […]

Permits Foundation is delighted to announce the launch of our International Dual Careers Survey 2021. With this timely survey aimed at both global mobility professionals and partners of international employees, we look to capture the views of the widest audience we have ever reached. Click here to access the Permits Foundation International Dual Careers Survey […]

In this 20th anniversary year for Permits Foundation, current and founding Directors Helen Frew and Katy van der Wilk-Carlton take the long view on the issue of dependent employment authorization in the US and how making work access incident to status, in line with globally established practice, would help to address backlogs, delays and potential […]

We are pleased to announce that Diana Alarcón has joined the Permits Foundation team, enhancing our media and communications work. Diana is a strategic designer and visual communication specialist with 15 years experience in marketing, branding, design management and innovation. She also has extensive experience in organising and facilitating innovation workshops and events and a […]