Compliance China to introduce tougher entry and exit regulations New rules expand document checks, introduce entry bans, and impose strict compliance on immigration agencies Politics Britain’s immigration reforms are running short of evidence Rare “red” rating from legislative watchdog is an awkward setback for Labour’s asylum bill Residency Claeys & Engels: Belgium’s new cross border rules should not be treated as a “residence solution” Stricter framework tightens eligibility, restricts stay patterns, and requires full documentation Community Clark Hill builds out global mobility bench with new arrivals Nicole Janigian Simonian, Clif Burns, and Jackson Pai join LA and DC offices Visas Russia launches talent visa while increasing fees for specialist routes Moscow courts global expertise with a streamlined residency route but also plans to hike specialist salaries Work Permits Poland restricts visa-free entry to Georgians, Colombians, and Venezuelans Warsaw says changes aim to tackle illegal employment, exploitation, and irregular migration Immigration Advance Parole no longer shields foreign nationals from US re-entry bans Departures now trigger up to ten year bars for migrants with past unlawful presence, BIA rules Politics Reform UK says time’s up on foreign nationals receiving welfare Right-wing opposition claims cutting national benefits would save £21bn a year Artificial Intelligence Vialto introduces new AI tool for early immigration decisions Platform screens visa options, timelines, and costs at the start of cross-border moves RESEARCH GML Elite The GML Elite is a list of 57 leading teams around the world that have, in the last 12 months, demonstrated significant nous in the handling of one or more elements of complex, multifaceted global mobility projects. Events Global Mobility Summit - New York Global Mobility Lawyer is delighted to announce that the inaugural Global Mobility Summit - New York will take place on 15 October 2026.The half-day event will bring together senior in-house counsel, global mobility managers, HR experts and private practice lawyers to explore the latest trends and developments in employment, immigration, social security, and tax laws that affect the movement of workers across borders. Recruitment The end of “domestic-first” hiring? Firms brace for borderless talent drive Artificial Intelligence Why mobile workers shouldn’t trust ChatGPT for travel advice Settlement Support Travel incentives, wellbeing policies crucial for relocation decisions