New Zealand Statutory Updates 2025
Here are New Zealand’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective February 2025 New Zealand Updates Median Wage Requirements and Interim Visa Work Rights The New Zealand government is implementing higher wage thresholds for migrants supporting family members and new work rights for interim visa holders. Key Details: Increased Wage Thresholds for Sponsors: Accredited Employer Work Visa […]
Vietnam Statutory Updates 2025
Here are Vietnam’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective March 2025 Vietnam Transfers Foreign Worker Management to Ministry of Home Affairs Vietnam has restructured its government agencies, shifting foreign labor management responsibilities from the Ministry of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs (MOLISA) to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) under Decree No. 25/2025/NĐ-CP. Key Details: MHA […]
Philippines Statutory Updates in 2025
Here are Philippines’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective February 2025 Philippines Implements Stricter Work Permit Rules The Philippine Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has introduced new regulations affecting the employment of foreign nationals, potentially leading to longer processing times and stricter evaluations. Key Details: Expanded Labor Market Test: Employers must now post job vacancies […]
United Kingdom Statutory Updates 2025
Here are UK’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective February 2025 UK Extends eVisa Grace Period Until June 2025 The UK government has extended the grace period for expired Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) and Biometric Residence Cards (EUSS BRCs) as it transitions to the eVisa system. Key Details: Previous Deadline: Expired BRPs and EUSS BRCs were […]
India Statutory Updates 2025
Here are India’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective February 2025 India Extends PIO to OCI Card Conversion Deadline The Indian government has extended the deadline for Person of Indian Origin (PIO) cardholders to convert their PIO cards to Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cards until 31 December 2025. Key Details: PIO Cards Still Valid: PIO […]
South Korea Statutory Updates 2025
Here are the South Korea statutory updates for 2025. Effective January 2025 South Korea Launches Digital Residence Card for Foreign Nationals South Korea has introduced a digital residence card for foreign nationals, providing a secure and convenient alternative to physical cards. Key Details: Who is Eligible: Registered foreign nationals aged 14 or older with permanent […]
China Statutory Updates 2025
Here are the China statutory updates for 2025. Effective January 2026 China Implements New VAT Law with Significant Updates China’s new Value-Added Tax (VAT) Law will take effect on 1 January 2026, introducing key changes to unify regulations, clarify taxable transactions, and enhance compliance. Key Updates: Expanded Scope of Taxable Services: The new law standardizes […]
Australia Statutory Updates 2025
Here are Australia’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective July 2025 Australia Raises Minimum Salary Thresholds and Superannuation Contributions The Australian government has announced increases in salary thresholds and mandatory superannuation contributions for skilled workers, impacting employer obligations. Key Details: Core Skills Income Threshold: Increased to AUD 76,515 (previously AUD 73,150). Specialist Skills Income Threshold: Increased […]
Thailand Statutory Updates 2025
Here are Thailand’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective October 2025 Thailand Implements Employee Welfare Fund Thailand will introduce an Employee Welfare Fund to enhance financial security for workers. Key Details: Contributions: From October 2025 to September 2030, employers and employees must contribute 0.25% of wages, increasing to 0.5% from October 2030. Purpose: Provides financial support […]
Malaysia Statutory Updates 2025
Here are Malaysia’s statutory updates for 2025. Effective Q4 2025 Malaysia to Enforce Mandatory EPF Contributions for Foreign Workers The Malaysian government will introduce mandatory Employee Provident Fund (EPF) contributions for foreign workers starting in Q4 2025. This policy aims to enhance social security coverage for expatriates and migrant workers in Malaysia. Key Details: Employer […]
