January 13, 2026
Global mobility
2026: The Year Employee-First Relocation Became the Standard
Imagine a world where relocating for a new job or project isn’t just a process—it’s a positive turning point in someone’s life. That’s not science fiction; it’s fast becoming reality. As we step into 2026, companies across the globe are swapping out generic, one-size-fits-all programs for customized, employee-first global mobility solutions. What changed? The fact […]
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November 19, 2025
Global mobility
The December Relocation Dilemma: Why Waiting Costs 6 Months
Most Global Mobility teams follow the same playbook every December: pause new international assignments until January, let employees enjoy the holidays at home, and restart relocation planning in the new year. It’s a reasonable approach that has worked for decades—until now. In December 2025, that traditional four-week holiday break could transform into a six-month productivity […]
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November 18, 2025
Global mobility
900,000+ Pending EAD Applications: Proactive Workforce Strategies
As of November 2025, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) faces a staggering backlog of over 900,000 pending Employment Authorization Document (EAD) applications that have been in process for more than six months. This represents a 34% increase from the previous year and creates unprecedented workforce management challenges for companies employing foreign nationals whose […]
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November 18, 2025
Expatriate
New Immigrant Visa Interview Rules: Location Restrictions Impact
Beginning November 1, 2025, the U.S. State Department implemented strict consular district requirements for immigrant visa interviews, fundamentally altering how companies manage green card processing for international employees. Under the new policy, applicants must interview at the U.S. consulate or embassy with jurisdiction over their country of residence—effectively eliminating the flexibility to process cases in […]
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November 18, 2025
Global mobility
The $100,000 H-1B Fee: Strategic Alternatives for Cost-Conscious Employers
The September 2025 H-1B fee increase to $100,000 per new petition sent shockwaves through corporate immigration departments. For companies sponsoring multiple foreign nationals annually, this represents a potential budget explosion that demands immediate strategic recalibration. The good news? The fee doesn’t apply universally, and several viable alternatives exist for cost-conscious employers. If you’re an HR […]
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November 18, 2025
Global mobility
EAD Auto-Extensions Eliminated: What HR Teams Must Do NOW to Prevent Work Authorization Gaps
On October 30, 2025, USCIS eliminated automatic Employment Authorization Document (EAD) extensions—a policy that allowed certain applicants to continue working for up to 540 days while renewal applications were pending. This sudden policy reversal creates immediate compliance risks for thousands of employers nationwide. Quick Answer for Featured Snippet: The October 30, 2025 elimination of automatic […]
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November 4, 2025
Employee
Spouse Work Permit Assistance: Dual Career Support
When Sarah accepted a senior management role in Singapore, her biggest concern wasn’t the new position—it was whether her partner, an experienced marketing professional, could legally work in their new country. Like 80% of international assignees in dual-career relationships, Sarah’s acceptance hinged on her spouse’s ability to maintain their career momentum abroad. Spouse work permit […]
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