Germany – Registration of Address

Posted on August 5, 2016

In November 2015, the German government released immigration guidelines stating that all foreign nationals who take residence in Germany are obliged to register their place of residence with the local authorities within 14 days of arrival.  Now the German authorities… Read more »


Ghana – Enforcement of Company Obligations

Posted on August 5, 2016

Effective Monday 1st August 2016 the Ghanaian Registrar of Companies will enforce financial penalties for any local entity that has not filed Annual Returns or renewed their company partner registration. These penalties will apply until 31st December 2016 when any… Read more »


Malaysia – Approval letters Required for Entry on Employment Passes

Posted on August 5, 2016

Effective August 1, 2015, foreign nationals that enter Malaysia for work must present their approval letter issued by the Expatriate Services Division.  The approval letter is required for all employment passes, dependent passes, professional visit passes, and long term visit… Read more »


Turkey – Resident Permit Renewals Must be Made by Appointment

Posted on August 5, 2016

Effective immediately, the Istanbul Immigration Office is renewing Turkish Residence Permit holders only by appointments.  The strict rules are put in place due the State of Emergency Act declared on July 20th in regards to an attempted military coup.  Under… Read more »