Other Briefings
The Guide to Employment Visas for Foreign Workers in Indonesia
Indonesia has introduced new reforms on foreign employment visas through the introduction of the Omnibus Law, also known as Law No. 11 of 2020 on Job Creation.
Indonesia Increases the Minimum Wage for 2023
Indonesia’s Ministry of Manpower announced that minimum wages across the country will increase by a maximum of 10 percent for 2023.
New Health Insurance Requirement for Short Term Foreign Workers in Indonesia
Foreign workers in Indonesia on short-term work permits are now required to obtain health insurance.
Indonesia Relaunches Multiple Entry Visa Service
Indonesia’s Directorate General of Immigration officially relaunched the multiple entry visa service on November 28, 2022.
Malaysia Introduces Electronic Option for the Renewal of Employment Passes
Malaysia will introduce the option for Employment Pass holders to renew their permits electronically from December 1, 2022.
Thailand Increases Daily Minimum Wage Rates for 2022
Thailand has increased the daily minimum wage rates across all its provinces by an average of five percent.
Cambodia Opens Foreign Employee Quota Application for 2023
Cambodia has opened the foreign employee quota application for businesses for 2023.
Malaysia Launches New Social Visit Pass
Malaysia has recently launched a new social visit pass named PLS@XPATS, which allows social visit pass holders to work in the country for up to 30 days.
Cambodia Increases Minimum Wage for Textile and Garment Sectors for 2023
Cambodia has increased the monthly minimum wage to US$200 from the current US$194.
Updates to Employment Permits for Professional Foreign Workers in Singapore
Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower provides a range of employment permits for professional expatriates planning to work in the country.
