China –Shanghai annual work permit inspections

Posted on June 3, 2016

Foreign employees who hold a multiyear work permit must file for an inspection application every year per the date their work permit was issued.  If the inspection application is not filed within three months of their anniversary date of when… Read more »


Indonesia – Enforcement of Additional Documents for Long-Term Work Permit

Posted on June 3, 2016

The Indonesian Ministry of Manpower is now requiring additional documents to be submitted for the long-term work permit extension (IMTA).  These documents include the following: -Proof of enrollment in a healthcare and insurance program (BPJS Kesehatan) -Proof of enrollment in… Read more »


Thailand – Processing Times Reduced for Work Permits

Posted on June 3, 2016

The current processing time for pre-work permit approval letters is three to seven business days.  However, applicants with this type of work permit will see a reduced processing time now, of three to four business days.  The reduced processing time… Read more »