The Global Move: Welcome Edition
We would like to introduce and invite you to our newsletter.
Hey there!
Welcome to The Global Move newsletter.
I (Andrew) and my Relocate.me team, decided to start The Global Move to help international job seekers, digital nomads, and anyone considering a move abroad make more informed decisions about relocation.
We’re still finalizing the structure of the newsletter. However, we have already agreed that the content will include visa and immigration news from around the world, tips and insights on various relocation-related topics, expat stories, and helpful service recommendations.
Would love to have you join our list of subscribers!
New editions will come out every 3-4 weeks starting in 2025.
In the meantime, to add some value to this welcome edition, here’s a look at some of the most recent visa/immigration changes from around the world so that you are up to speed with what’s happening:
🇭🇷 Croatia to extend EU Blue Card validity period
In response to labor shortage, Croatia is set to extend the validity of its EU Blue Card from two to four years. Additionally, Croatian authorities have plans to broaden the eligibility criteria for the EU Blue Card, allowing IT professionals without formal qualifications to apply if they can demonstrate relevant work experience.
🇫🇮 Finland increases citizenship residence requirement
Finland has raised its required period of residence in the nation before citizenship eligibility from five to eight years, effective October 2024. The application for citizenship is now subject to other rules that require a longer stay before being granted, with exceptions being made for those who are married to Finnish citizens or in other special circumstances.
🇧🇪 Belgium simplifies work permit regulations
The Brussels Capital Region of Belgium has revamped the process to gain work permits. The “Work Permit B” has been eliminated, replaced by short term (maximum of 90 days) and long term (maximum of 3 years ) work authorizations. Foreign workers who have been living and working in Brussels for 30 months are now eligible for unlimited work authorization.
🇹🇷 Turkey launches ‘Tech Visa’ to attract global talent
In September 2024, Turkey officially launched its 'Tech Visa' program in a bid to ensure they become a big tech hub by 2030. Those who qualified are skilled professionals and entrepreneurs who in return gets three year work permit and have the possibility of being offered long term residency. This visa is unique because the application process is fast tracked and you get six months of legal, technical, and financial guidance to help you establish a business within the country. This initiative is driven by Turkey’s ambition to seed thousands of startups in the next decade.
Best,
Andrew and the team