by | Jul 31, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
On 1 July 2026, Norway extended its Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) card requirements for certain posted workers in the road goods transport sector. The change applies to drivers and assistants posted to Norway to transport goods on behalf of others using...
by | Jul 31, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
New Salary Threshold for Work Permits Sweden’s new labour migration rules for 2026 were introduced on 1 June, including a higher salary requirement for work permit applicants. To qualify for a work permit, an employee must now earn at least 90% of Sweden’s...
by | Jun 25, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
Saudi Arabia’s labour reforms often arrive in stages, and the latest clarification issued through the Qiwa platform is a good example of how the system is being refined rather than overhauled. While the headlines focus on limits to employment contracts and stricter...
by | Jun 25, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
Thailand is nearing the end of its transition to a fully digital work permit system — and a key deadline is now firmly in sight. From 28 July 2026, temporary arrangements that allowed some flexibility in how applications were submitted will end. For employers and...
by | Jun 25, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
A steady approach to reform, not a single announcement Chicago’s labour reforms do not hinge on one specific date, such as 26 July, but instead follow a consistent annual pattern, with the most significant updates taking effect on 1 July each year. In 2026, the city...
by | Jun 25, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
China is updating its approach to employment and retirement as its population continues to age. A key step is the introduction of a national framework to protect individuals who continue working after reaching the statutory retirement age. The Interim Provisions on...
