Recruiting overseas talent during COVID-19
After several months of uncertainty, overseas recruitment seem to be picking up again. What has been the impact of the crisis on the immigration process?
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After several months of uncertainty, overseas recruitment seem to be picking up again. What has been the impact of the crisis on the immigration process?

Some foreign students indeed have the possibility to work off-campus without a work permit. However, not all academic programs offer the same rights.
A work permit is by nature temporary. No exception to the rule. After the initial permit or successive renewals, your employees will have to return to their country of citizenship; unless they have initiated an application for permanent residence.
Employer compliance Inspections can involve employers having to answer questions and provide documents or on-site inspections. Are you ready?