Immigration news update for AMER and EMEA regions
Americas
United States: Congress approves temporary funding; immigration services secured until December 20
Congress approved a resolution to keep the federal agencies funded until December 20, 2024, as discussions on the FY 2025 budget proceed. This temporary measure maintains government funding at existing levels until December 20. The current funding was due to run out at the end of the fiscal year on September 30, 2024.
The approval of a temporary spending bill ensures that federal operations will continue without interruption for the time being. However, a government shutdown could still occur if there is no agreement on the FY 2025 budget or another stopgap measure by December 20. If no additional legislation is passed by the time the continuing resolution expires, some immigration services, especially those managed by the Department of Labor, would be impacted.
This summary was prepared using information from our local service providers.
Disclaimer: The above information is provided for general information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any further inquiries regarding the applicability of this information, please contact Roberta Carnaccini (Global Director of Immigration).
Europe, Middle East and Africa
Portugal: Portugal introduces new measures to address illegal stay
Portugal’s government has approved new measures aimed at addressing the issue of illegal stay of people within the country, by implementing of the National Unit for Foreigners within the Public Security Police (PSP). The PSP will oversee air border control, immigration monitoring, and the removal and return of irregular citizens.
These measures are designed to streamline the process for regularizing the status of individuals who are currently living in Portugal without proper documentation. The initiative is part of a broader effort to ensure that all residents have legal status and access to rights and services. The government hopes that these changes will improve social integration and reduce the challenges faced by irregular citizens.
This summary was prepared using information from the Schengen News
Disclaimer: The above information is provided for general information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any further inquiries regarding the applicability of this information, please contact Roberta Carnaccini (Global Director of Immigration).
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