Navigating U.S. immigration under the new administration (and beyond)

Geopolitics, trade, migration protectionism, and shifting demographics are influencing the current global immigration landscape. This leads to increased challenges for companies to ensure they have the right talent, at the right time, and in the right place. Staying informed is key to mastering the waves of the constant change.

Focusing on USA inbound immigration, at our webinar Navigating U.S. immigration under the new administration (and beyond) on Tuesday 18 November, Beth Nanton, US immigration lawyer, walked us through the policy shifts, how to navigate them, and which actions to take. Our team of experts, Michelle Faber-Lee and Luisa Vanderwegen, wrapped up with an overview of global immigration trends and how companies can prepare.

Suggested actions in our key takeaways below!

Increased focus on compliance and enforcement, combined with longer processing times requires employers to upgrade their internal processes, communication, and stakeholder management. Involving immigration counsel promptly is essential.

Global trend of digitalized immigration processes by authorities, which requires companies to step up their game as well. A centralized technology solution fed with reliable data, tracking and managing immigration processes becomes a necessity.

Heightened global migration protectionism requires companies to develop internal governance processes and clear policies to ensure business continuity.

KPMG is closely tracking immigration changes globally and will keep clients apprised of relevant changes.

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