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We’re excited to announce the opening of Envoy Global’s new office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Following our 2023 acquisition of SESAM Immigration in Dubai, this new office marks the next phase of our growth in the Middle East as we continue our work to deliver a better way for our clients to manage global immigration. Our in-house team in Riyadh has extensive knowledge of Saudi Arabian immigration procedures and the local business landscape. They’re seamlessly connected to our immigration experts working locally in other markets worldwide, offering our clients highly connected, coordinated and responsive support for their global immigration programs. Envoy Global is committed to continuing to grow our global footprint with local immigration teams who live where they work and deeply understand local culture. We pride ourselves on being big enough to support the world’s largest businesses, but small enough to care about each client we serve. Thanks for being part of our growth and success. Read the full press release about our new office and its leadership team here: https://prn.to/3CYABDA

Don't miss out on this webinar! ???? The Franco-British Chamber of Commerce & Industry, our wonderful colleagues at Smith Stone Walters Ltd. and other industry leaders are gathering to discuss new challenges for cross-channel mobility. Topics covered will include: ? Customs formalities ? Compliance ? Recent regulatory changes ? Challenges with ETIAS, ETA, EES And more! ?? Register now and save the date for Thursday, April 10, 9-10 am (Paris time). A recording will be provided to all registrants.

A big congratulations to Envoy Global’s Mandy Janzen-Westerburgen for winning the Lexology Client Choice Award for 2025 for her exceptional expertise in corporate immigration in the Netherlands! Next Thursday, Mandy will be honored at a special dinner in London celebrating the Client Choice Award winners and her outstanding accomplishments. The event will also serve as an opportunity to recognize the importance of excellent client service worldwide. There to help celebrate with her will be colleagues from Envoy Global and Smith Stone Walters Ltd, along with other distinguished guests. Join us in applauding Mandy’s well-deserved recognition and her incredible contributions!

Envoy Global is a proud sponsor of the Charlotte Metro Area Relocation Council (CMARC), and we had a great time yesterday engaging with fellow members, learning from industry experts and sharing updates on the current U.S. immigration landscape.

The Rise Foundation by Envoy, Inc. recently hosted its first event in San Francisco! ?? This gathering brought together community members and partners for a night filled with inspiration, connection, and impactful stories. A highlight of the event was hearing from Christy Umstadter and Dmitri Pikman, who shared their personal journeys through the challenges and successes of immigration. In addition to these moving stories, the event provided a platform for meaningful networking with Richard Burke, Bob Gallagher and Meghan O'Keefe (Saltsman). The Rise Foundation continues to transform legal immigration services for low-income and vulnerable individuals. For more information on their services ?? https://bit.ly/3XDORZe

In the latest episode of Immigration & Mobility Decoded, Envoy Global's Philipp von Zitzewitz discusses why the UAE has become a hub for global talent and the key considerations for employers looking to expand into the region. Watch the full episode ?? https://bit.ly/4dTDCme #UAE #UAEImmigration

The U.K. has many different paths for organizations to consider when relocating talent. Watch our podcast Immigration & Mobility Decoded with Antonio Lam, Envoy Global's Director of UK Immigration, for updates and insights. ?? https://bit.ly/4ha6tTs

Stay informed of recent U.S. immigration news updates, created in collaboration with Corporate Immigration Partners, PC. ???? ? March 2025 Visa Bulletin ? Required Registration for Foreign Nationals ? Executive Order Declares English as Official Language ? Updated Visa Interview Waiver Criteria ? USCIS and DOL Processing Time Delays for Visas ? Haitian TPS Status: Latest Updates Find all of our business immigration news and insights on our website to help you and your team navigate changes in the U.S. immigration system. ?? https://bit.ly/3WFhIN8

We're looking forward to seeing everyone at the Arizona Relocation Alliance's Cactus Conference! Cecily Petrie and Ryan Harris will be there to connect with you, and Ryan will provide the Lightning Round update for immigration. Bring your questions! Envoy Global is a proud sponsor of the Arizona Relocation Alliance and its annual Cactus Conference. Go! Cubs! Go!

Checking processing times for employment permits in Ireland here this morning and I note Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment are currently processing a Critical Skills Employment Permit for a Trusted Partner in 1 day and a standard application in 2 days! Not many countries will be able to beat these processing times - well done to the Employment Permits Unit! This type of processing time leads to exceptionally quick decisions from our clients here at Envoy Global who can in turn on-board staff much faster than in either regions. Some candidates will require an entry visa after this employment permit is approved but there are plans to combine the visa and employment permit processing (visa processing can be slow in certain regions). I would be very interested to hear what the processing times are in other countries?