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The DOL has updated prevailing wage determination (PWD) and permanent labor certification (PERM) processing times.     

On 10 April 2026, the European Commission launched the Entry/Exit System (EES). The EES is an automated system that will register certain information pertaining to a third-country foreign nationals.

The H-1B lottery is complete, but for many HR and global mobility teams the real work is just beginning. When key international talent is not selected, organizations need immediate, compliant and strategic backup plans to retain their workforce.

Our H-1B toolkit gives HR, talent acquisition and global mobility teams a clear, accessible overview of the most commonly used alternatives to the H‑1B, with insights to help you make confident, strategic decisions in 2026 and beyond.

H-1B electronic registration is over, and the April 1 filing date is rapidly approaching. Join us for a post-registration recap, reflection and look ahead.

This page serves as Envoy Global’s centralized resource for employers, foreign nationals and global mobility teams navigating the fast‑moving developments across the Middle East. It consolidates the latest government announcements, consular and embassy operations updates, travel disruptions and regional guidance into one continuously updated hub.