German dilemma highlights Europe skills gap

Germany needs to attract at least 400,000 skilled immigrants annually if it is to retain its position as Europe's largest economy, according to the head of the nation's Federal Labour Agency.

Permits Foundation: Summer 2021 Update

Permits Foundation reflects on a six month period which has impacted the way we look at global mobility. Employers are tackling new issues and adapting as a result of the pandemic. Governments have been adjusting their immigration policies, also in anticipation of the needed workforce.

Pandemic prompts expats to eye homes at home

The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in a wave of expatriates seeking to buy properties in their home countries, according to a report in Mansion Global, a news website focusing on the worldwide estate market.

The Graduate visa route – Frequently asked questions

The graduate visa route has opened on 1 July 2021 for applications. This route was first announced on 11 September 2019. Its aim; to benefit the UK’s economy by attracting and retaining bright international students.

Investment Migration: “We need more, not less immigration of people who contribute positively to society”

All over the world, countries have realized the importance of granting residence and citizenship to attract much-needed foreign direct investment, debt-free capital, talented entrepreneurs, and experienced investors.

Differing global vaccine programmes create challenges for employers with overseas staff

Towergate Health & Protection highlights the differing global vaccine programmes, the challenges this creates for employers with overseas staff, and how best to create confidence among employees.

Prime property prices rising globally

Prime real estate markets in cities across the globe are on course to see price rises over the course of this year, according to international estate agents Astons.

Australia and UK to ease business travel

A pledge that a new trade deal agreed between Australia and UK will encourage people to travel and work in each other's country has been made by the two governments.

Watch the playback video of the 2021 Relocate Awards

Relocate Awards 2021 Winners Announced

“Suddenly, there was hope of summer, and of good things to come" Who are the winners of the 2021 Relocate and Think Global People Awards?

Watch the playback video of the 2021 Relocate Awards

Relocate Awards 2021 - watch the playback video!

Virtual Awards Ceremony a Triumph – once again the Relocate Awards push the boundary for global mobility.

Think Global People and Relocate Awards 2021

Relocate Awards 2021 souvenir programme

Call to G7 to reopen global travel

The G7 heads are facing calls to restart air travel across the world to spur a global economic recovery.

Paul Williamson chats with Jayne Constantinis

The countdown continues - to the 2021 Relocate and Think Global People Awards ceremony!

There is just one week left until the 2021 Relocate and Think Global People virtual awards ceremony. What do some of the judges and sponsors have to say about how these awards celebrate excellence despite the challenges of the past year?

Race for global tech talent heats up

Australia, the UK and the US all have new visa initiatives to boost innovation and tech-sector hiring. David Sapsted reports.

Indo-Pacific identified as top UK priority

The UK will "tilt" its post-Brexit focus towards the Indo-Pacific under a major foreign policy restructure unveiled in a 114-page Integrated Review published by the government in London.

Chancellor launches visa scheme for highly skilled international talent

Innovative new measures to attract and retain the most highly skilled, globally mobile talent to the UK have been unveiled by the Chancellor Rishi Sunak in his March 3 Budget.

Canada, UK rated top by international students

Canada and the UK have overtaken the US as preferred destinations for study among international students, according to a new report.

Welcome to the Innovation Supplement – Out now!

Innovation Supplement showcases how schools as are responding to the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. From the publishers of the Guide to International Education & Schools at the start of Relocate Global’s Spring School Fair during February and March.

Pandemic dampens cities' appeal to expats

The 'liveability' ratings for expatriates of almost three-quarters of cities around the world have fallen over the past year because of limitations on movement and recreation resulting from the coronavirus pandemic.

Global tech vacancies bounce back from pandemic

The number of tech workers looking for vacancies abroad surged in the final months of 2020 to an all-time high, according to data from global IT jobs site Relocate.me.

Johnston aiming to boost Indo-Pacific ties

Boosting post-Brexit trade will be high on the agenda when Prime Minister Boris Johnson travels to India next month in what Downing Street describes as his first, major bilateral visit since taking office a year ago.

Expats rank Finland's environment as best

Finland has been rated by a global expat organisation as the world's most environmentally-sound nation.

Think Global People Autumn 2020 issue out now

Think Global People Autumn 2020 issue – out now!

Introducing Think Global People, a new perspective on global leadership, talent mobility and education for life. We’ve got our finger on the pulse. Make sure you are ahead of the game.

Quarter of top earners in UK are immigrants

Virtually a quarter of the UK's top earners are migrants who arrived in the country as adults, according to an analysis of government tax data by the University of Warwick.

Relocate Magazine Autumn 2020 issue – out soon!

The next issue of the leading international magazine for HR, global managers and relocation professionals will explore the big themes for mobility in the autumn of 2020.

Businesses voice concerns over new UK visa system

Additional details provided by the UK government this week on how the new immigration system will work have done little to assuage business groups' concerns over certain aspects of the policy.

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Non-EU migration to UK hits record high

What's driving the latest UK immigration trends? Plus, more about shifting perspectives on immigration to the UK, as a result of Covid-19.

Pandemic sparks business fears over visa plan

The UK government's decision to press ahead with its post-Brexit, points-based immigration system has been branded "out of date" because of the economic realities exposed by the coronavirus pandemic.

Australian immigration: clarifications for temporary visa holders

What temporary changes to temporary visa holders did the Australian government announce, as a result of COVID-19?

Relocate and Think Global People Awards 2020 shortlist announced

Relocate Awards and Think Global People Awards 2020 Shortlist announced!

We are thrilled to announce the shortlist for the 2020 Relocate Awards and Think Global People Awards.