The salary threshold applicable to highly qualified professionals under Law 14/2013 has been updated following the publication of the latest average salary figures by Spain’s National Statistics Institute (INE). On May 28, 2026, the INE established the average salary for 2024 at €29,540.26. This figure serves as the benchmark for determining the salary requirements applicable […]
A recent court ruling could reshape the landscape for U.S. employers and highly skilled foreign professionals. A federal judge has ruled that the $100,000 fee imposed by the Trump Administration on certain initial H-1B visa applications was unlawful. The H-1B program is widely used by U.S. companies to recruit specialized talent in fields such as […]
Following the recovery in rental supply seen throughout 2025 and 2026, Argentina’s rental market has become more dynamic and competitive. However, exchange rate distortions, expectations of future adjustments, and increasingly sophisticated contractual arrangements continue to influence decisions made by both landlords and tenants. For assignees and companies relocating talent, the successful management of an assignment […]
Traveling to the United States involves a range of immigration and customs inspections that, in some cases, may include the examination of electronic devices such as mobile phones, laptops, tablets, and other digital equipment. While this practice is legally permitted at U.S. ports of entry, many travelers are unaware of their rights and the steps […]
An Increasingly Strategic Economic Relationship The economic relationship between Spain and Turkey continues to strengthen year after year. With bilateral trade exceeding €17 billion, both countries have established themselves as strategic partners within the corridor connecting Europe, the Mediterranean, and Asia. Turkey represents a market of more than 85 million people and serves as a […]
With the upcoming implementation of the new European Pact on Migration and Asylum, significant changes are expected in the management of applications and administrative regularization pathways. As of the date the Pact comes into effect, the current criteria will be modified, limiting the granting of residence permits on humanitarian grounds linked to the denial of […]
Analysis by Eva María Blázquez Agudo, Professor of Labour and Social Security Law at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, social security expert, and EMS contributor. Accepting a position in another country, even within the same company, can have significant implications that should be carefully considered before agreeing to work abroad. In addition to personal and […]
Venezuela’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has introduced an online application process for Tourism (T) and Business (TRN) visas through the Cancillería Digital portal. Applicants must register, complete the online application form, and upload the required documentation, including a valid passport with at least six months of remaining validity, evidence of financial solvency, a travel itinerary, […]
Spain’s Supreme Court has rejected the request to provisionally suspend the extraordinary migrant regularization process launched on April 16. The decision allows residence and work permit applications to continue being processed while judicial appeals move forward, prioritizing rights and the public interest. *If you have any questions or would like more information about residence and […]
In March 2026, a proposal was introduced before Mexico’s Chamber of Deputies seeking to reduce the mandatory quota for hiring Mexican workers from 90% to 75%. The initiative aims to expand access to formal employment for migrants, strengthen labor inclusion, and address talent shortages in strategic sectors. The proposal would amend the Federal Labor Law […]