Citizenship & Permanent Residence
Pillar page for citizenship & permanent residence — 5 published articles.
Japan Raises Permanent Residence Fee to 200,000 Yen From 1 October 2026
Japan's Cabinet set a 200,000 yen permanent residence fee on 25 August 2026, up from 10,000 yen, starting 1 October. Renewal fees also leave the old 6,000 yen flat rate. File before 30 September to keep current prices.
Aug 30, 20264 min read
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How Will Ireland's Temporary Travel Concession Protect Expiring Residence Permit Holders This Summer?
Ireland's Department of Justice issued an official Travel Confirmation Notice allowing non-EEA residents with pending IRP card renewals to travel internationally between July 13 and August 31, 2026.
Jul 23, 20261 min read
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Why the UAE's Expanded Visa-on-Arrival Policy Streamlines Third-Country Resident Mobility
The UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security has expanded visa-on-arrival access to nationals of six nations holding residency in major global economies.
Jul 21, 20261 min read
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Why the July 1 U.S. EB-2 India Unavailability and Hard EB-1 Retrogressions Reset the Transatlantic Tech Pipeline
Long-term permanent residency tracking and corporate relocation strategies face an absolute structural freeze as the Department of State officially exhausts the entire EB-2 India visa pool for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Jul 1, 20263 min read
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Why a Seismic New US Green Card Memo and Tightened Bank Rules Are Redefining Global Entry
The international landscape for migration and cross-border travel is undergoing rapid transformation as nations recalibrate their policies for the 2026 fiscal year. This report summarizes the most significant legislative changes and policy shifts recorded across the globe in the last 24 hours.
May 24, 20262 min read
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