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๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The regularization of migrants will have its own windows at the Post Office and Social Security offices

Spain's government is implementing a new process for the regularization of migrants, allowing them to submit residency and work permit applications at designated offices.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

News for Residents: A Permit is Required to Carry Out This Work โ€“ Otherwise, a Fine Awaits

Residents are reminded that permits are necessary for tasks involving wild bird nests to avoid potential fines.

Mar 22 โ€ข 10:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Sports

Ndah shines on Stellenbosch FC debut

Nigerian defender Olisa Ndah had a standout debut for Stellenbosch FC in their 2-1 victory over Chippa United after overcoming work permit delays.

Mar 22 โ€ข 00:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Official | USCIS invalidates the previous form for work permits and launches a rule that could leave thousands 'in pause'

The USCIS has enacted a 'zero tolerance' policy for outdated versions of Form I-765, affecting work permit applications from March 2026.

Mar 21 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

The West Bank, up against the wall: Illegal Palestinian workers face exploitation and danger

Palestinian workers are risking their lives by illegally crossing into Israel for work due to stringent permit restrictions and an economic crisis in the West Bank.

Mar 20 โ€ข 11:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Construction work and then occupancy permit. People might have their first coffee at the Brno waterfront by the end of summer

Construction is underway at the Brno waterfront, with hopes of welcoming visitors for coffee by the end of summer after obtaining the necessary permits.

Mar 16 โ€ข 11:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Electronic permit granting system begins operation in Piracicaba; learn how it will work

The new electronic permit system in Piracicaba, Brazil, aims to streamline and digitize the process of issuing construction permits.

Mar 9 โ€ข 10:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Sports

Egyptian Hamza Abdel Karim Approaches First Appearance with Barcelona

Egyptian striker Hamza Abdel Karim is nearing his official debut with Barcelona after receiving his work permit.

Mar 6 โ€ข 19:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Attention migrants in the U.S.: Starting today, USCIS has changed the mandatory I-765 form to request the EAD work permit

Starting March 5, 2026, USCIS will only accept the August 21, 2025 version of the I-765 form for EAD work permit applications.

Mar 5 โ€ข 13:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Konsta Kurikka's Dream Is Finally Coming True โ€“ A Surprising Twist in Finland

Konsta Kurikka, a Finnish athlete previously a pesรคpallo champion, is set to pursue his dream of playing professional baseball in North America after overcoming work permit issues.

Mar 5 โ€ข 04:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Work permit does not always allow for the employment of foreigners

The article discusses the complexities and limitations surrounding work permits in Poland, specifically focusing on their implications for hiring foreigners.

Mar 5 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

The reckless guide is not an isolated case: "Not paying taxes, not paying obligations"

A British man of Chinese descent has been banned from returning to Iceland for two years after illegally working as a tour guide without a permit.

Mar 4 โ€ข 18:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What will happen with the work permit of thousands of asylum seekers in the U.S. and updates for March 2026

Recent changes proposed by the Trump administration could complicate work permit acquisition for asylum seekers in the U.S.

Mar 1 โ€ข 10:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Bad news about work permits and green card in the U.S.: USCIS may stop accepting applications due to a new measure

The DHS's new proposal could delay work permit applications for asylum seekers in the U.S. by extending the wait time from 180 days to 365 days.

Feb 28 โ€ข 22:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Asylum in the U.S.: the change proposed by the DHS for the work permit (EAD) that would apply after April 2026

The U.S. DHS has proposed a change to work permit regulations for asylum seekers, extending the wait time for EAD applications from 180 days to 365 days.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Immediate drug and alcohol tests for high-risk activities: the news in workplaces

In Italy, new regulations permit immediate drug and alcohol testing for employees suspected of substance use during high-risk work activities.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Sports

Why did Hamza Abdel Karim suddenly leave Barcelona?

The young Egyptian forward Hamza Abdel Karim left Barcelona due to bureaucratic delays in securing his work permit, requiring him to return to Egypt for administrative reasons.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Dobrindt: Asylum Seekers Should Be Able to Work Quickly

German Federal Minister Alexander Dobrindt is advocating for measures to allow asylum seekers to enter the workforce more rapidly, proposing a plan that would permit them to start working three months after arrival in Germany even if their asylum process is ongoing.

Feb 22 โ€ข 05:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Sports

Feyenoord move training to Belgium as Sterling awaits work permit

Feyenoord has temporarily relocated their training camp to Belgium to allow new signing Raheem Sterling to train while he awaits his work permit.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Waiting about nine months to obtain a work permit

An individual has been waiting for approximately nine months to receive their work permit in Iceland.

Feb 18 โ€ข 21:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Lestijรคrvi drilled an energy well in a groundwater area without a permit - citizens were denied the same

The municipality of Lestijรคrvi unlawfully drilled energy wells on a vital groundwater area without the necessary water management permit, while simultaneously requiring local citizens to obtain permits for similar work.

Feb 18 โ€ข 16:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

Robin van Persie issues statement as Raheem Sterling BANNED from training with new team

Raheem Sterling is currently banned from training with Feyenoord due to work permit issues, despite having recently signed with the club.

Feb 15 โ€ข 19:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

Raheem Sterling blocked from Feyenoord training just a day after joining club

Raheem Sterling is unable to train with his new team Feyenoord due to pending work permit issues following his recent transfer from Chelsea.

Feb 13 โ€ข 19:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Baby to be deported to Iran โ€“ Johan Forssell (M): 'Unreasonable'

A baby born in Sweden faces deportation to Iran due to his parents' asylum application and subsequent work permit status, prompting criticism from political leaders.

Feb 13 โ€ข 13:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Irish man held in ICE detention for five months faces โ€˜dire conditionsโ€™, wife says

An Irish man, Seamus Culleton, has been detained by ICE for five months under poor conditions despite having a valid work permit, prompting his wife to seek his release.

Feb 11 โ€ข 20:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
National & Local

Trump's World (Day 387): "It's hell here, people are fighting for food." ICE has held an Irish citizen in a detention center for five months

An Irish citizen with a work permit has been detained for five months in a facility run by ICE, raising concerns over the treatment of detainees.

Feb 11 โ€ข 12:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Trump's World (Day 387): It's Hell Here, People Are Fighting Over Food. An Irishman Held for Five Months in ICE Facility

An Irish citizen with a work permit has been detained in an ICE facility for over five months, facing severe conditions while awaiting his green card application.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Alberta pauses health-care coverage change for some international work permit holders

The Alberta government has temporarily halted a policy that would cut health coverage for certain temporary foreign workers, following public and employer concerns.

Feb 10 โ€ข 17:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Irish man held in ICE detention says he fears for his life and asks Ireland for help

An Irish man detained by ICE in Texas for five months, despite holding a valid work permit, has expressed fear for his life and has requested assistance from the Irish government.

Feb 10 โ€ข 12:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

"I fear for my life." An Irishman with a US residence permit has spent the last five months in an ICE detention center

An Irish man, who has lived in the US for nearly two decades, faces deportation after spending five months in an ICE detention center despite having a valid work permit and no criminal record.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Apparent continuation of construction work and the expiration of the building permit

This article discusses the issues surrounding the apparent continuation of construction work despite the expiration of building permits.

Feb 10 โ€ข 04:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Irish man with valid US work permit held in ICE detention for five months

An Irish man, Seamus Culleton, has been detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement for five months despite possessing a valid work permit and having no criminal record.

Feb 9 โ€ข 17:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Sports

SDP requested the revocation of ล timac's work permit. He responded: I will get a BiH passport

Igor ล timac, the coach of Zrinjski, is under scrutiny not only for his team's performance but also for his controversial statements and actions that blur the line between sports and politics.

Feb 5 โ€ข 17:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

The only archipelago where you do not need a visa to live or work

Svalbard, an Arctic archipelago part of Norway, offers a unique status that allows individuals to live and work without a visa or residence permit, regardless of nationality.

Feb 5 โ€ข 15:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
National & Local

Government: Foreign workers will have to learn Croatian if they want to extend their permit

The Croatian government has proposed amendments to the Foreigners Act that will require foreign workers to learn the Croatian language as a condition for extending their work permits, while facilitating easier employer changes.

Feb 5 โ€ข 10:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

The Red Slope on Sljeme Out of Service as Storm 2023 Destroyed the Chairlift. Renovation Begins, We Have a Date!

A construction permit has been issued to rebuild the chairlift at Sljeme, with work expected to start around February 10.

Feb 4 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Brake on the end of TPS: what group of migrants managed to temporarily save their work permit

A recent federal court ruling has temporarily protected the work permits of Haitian Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders, countering a suspension by the Secretary of Homeland Security.

Feb 3 โ€ข 20:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Urgent | The Yemeni Presidency: We demand the UAE to allow Council member Faraj Al-Bahsani to travel to Riyadh to work with the council leadership

The Yemeni presidency is urging the UAE to permit Council member Faraj Al-Bahsani to travel to Riyadh for collaborative leadership efforts.

Jan 10 โ€ข 15:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
World

Israel expels NGOs from Gaza: 'Where we work, there is often nobody else'

Israel has allowed the work permit for 37 aid organizations in Gaza to expire, deepening the humanitarian crisis for local residents.

Jan 9 โ€ข 18:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian government to allow working from home due to weather conditions โ€“ Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the government will permit remote work for non-critical personnel during severe weather conditions.

Jan 8 โ€ข 17:30 UTC

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