July 3, 2025
Global mobility
Global Mobility Tech: No Longer a Luxury, But a Necessity
Remember the days when international assignments were reserved for the upper echelons of management, complex spreadsheets ruled, and HR would burn the midnight oil making sense of visas, tax compliance, and relocation logistics? Well, those days are ancient history. The emergence of global mobility solutions and tech-fueled platforms has radically transformed workforce mobility from an […]
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June 6, 2025
Global mobility
Why HR is Ditching Spreadsheets for Global Mobility Platforms
Organizations are increasingly leveraging global mobility to foster growth, tap into diverse talent pools, and expand into new markets. However, the intricacies of managing international assignments have long been a source of significant administrative burden for HR and global mobility teams. For far too long, the humble spreadsheet has served as the backbone of these […]
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April 14, 2025
Global mobility
Brazil Visa Requirements for U.S., Canadian, and Australian Citizens
Effective April 10, 2025, Brazil will reinstate visa requirements for citizens of the United States, Canada, and Australia, ending the visa waiver policy introduced in 2019 by former President Jair Bolsonaro to boost tourism. Background and Rationale The 2019 visa waiver was a unilateral decision aimed at increasing tourism, despite the fact that these three […]
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April 2, 2025
General
Norway Work Permit Delays
The standard government processing time for work permits in Norway has recently increased from approximately eight weeks to three months. This delay is expected to affect the onboarding schedules of foreign workers, making early application submission crucial for employers and employees alike. Reasons for the Delay The increased processing times are primarily due to: 🔸A […]
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April 2, 2025
Global mobility
Poland: Restrictions on Intra-Corporate Transfers Forthcoming
Effective May 1, 2025, Poland will enforce stricter intra-corporate transfer (ICT) regulations, impacting multinational companies and their employees. These new rules introduce additional requirements for qualifying transfers, potentially affecting corporate structures and work permit applications. Key Changes to Intra-Corporate Transfers in Poland Poland’s new ICT rules will impose two major requirements: 🔸Corporate Connection Requirement: A […]
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February 28, 2025
Compensation and Benefits
Shadow Payrolls and Managing Benefits for Employees
Global workforces are no longer a trend—they’re the norm. But as companies hire talent across borders, two critical challenges emerge: shadow payrolls and managing localized benefits. Missteps in these areas can lead to compliance fines, employee dissatisfaction, and operational chaos. This guide breaks down best practices to streamline compliance, reduce risks, and enhance the employee experience for cross-border […]
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February 3, 2025
Employee
Corporate Group Relocations: A Step-by-Step Guide
When a company needs to relocate multiple employees to the same destination—or from the same origin—at once, the logistics can become complex. Coordinating a “corporate relocation group move” involves strategic planning, robust communication, and a strong focus on employee well-being. Whether you are opening a new office, merging with another company, or consolidating existing operations, […]
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