Greenberg Traurig expands its presence in Asia with the launch of its Singapore office, the firm’s fourth in the Asia-Pacific region and 45th globally. Singapore is renowned as a vital
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Global Entry Now ‘Trusts’ Certain Travelers from Colombia, Singapore, and Switzerland
Citizens of Colombia, Singapore, and Switzerland may now apply for Global Entry, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) “trusted traveler” program that provides expedited entry through U.S. immigration inspection
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Ebola-Related Immigration Restrictions: Canada, Australia, Singapore and the United States
In response to the Ebola epidemic, Canada, Australia and Singapore have all implemented immigration restrictions on citizens from Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone. Other countries are expected to implement similar restrictions.
Starting today, Singapore requires all citizens of Ebola-stricken countries to obtain entry visas before they can be admitted into the country – previously visas were not required. In a statement released by Singapore’s Ministry of Health, it was noted that “the visa requirement will allow for better oversight of the entry of nationals from these countries, as well as facilitate possible contact tracing.” This initiative by Singapore follows two suspected Ebola cases being reported in the country.
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Singapore Scrutinizing Long-Term Visit Passes for Unmarried Couples
The Singapore Ministry of Manpower is applying stricter scrutiny towards Long-Term Visit Pass applications for unmarried couples.
Long-Term Visit Passes are generally used by unmarried partners or stepchildren of Employment Pass holders to work and reside in Singapore. Previously, Singapore accepted notarized declarations by work pass holders stating that their common-law relationship is recognized by their home country.
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