The Vialto Global Work Digest is a publication featuring the latest global work news and perspectives from Vialto, along with key alerts and upcoming webinars.
Welcome to this edition of the Vialto Global Work Digest.
In this edition, explore new immigration and tax measures across the US, Singapore, South Korea, and Europe, highlighting key changes for employers.
We’re back with the latest episode of On The Move, where our experts reflect on the recent Middle East crisis and the lessons organizations can take forward to strengthen resilience and business continuity.
Discover VialtoExplore, our AI-enabled immigration planning tool designed to bring visa feasibility, requirements, timelines, and expected costs into workforce planning earlier—helping organizations make more informed cross-border hiring decisions.
We’re also inviting you to take the Vialto Atlas: State of Global Work 2026 survey. Share your perspective on how your organization is designing and managing global work today, and receive the full research report, benchmarking data, and exclusive executive insights from our companion C-suite study.
Regional alerts
Vialto publishes frequent updates on new legislation and regulations impacting global mobility programs around the world. Here are some recent highlights:
AMERICAS
The United States issues two executive orders addressing birthright citizenship and birth tourism, following the Supreme Court’s June 2026 decision in Trump v. Barbara. Learn more
The United States launches an optional paid expedited interview appointment pilot for eligible B-1/B-2 visa applicants at US visa posts in Mexico. Learn more
ASIA-PACIFIC
Singapore updates COMPASS C1 salary benchmarks, with revised thresholds applying to new Employment Pass applications and renewals from 2027. Learn more
South Korea announces a tax reform plan proposing changes affecting global mobility employees, with most measures expected to take effect from January 1, 2027, subject to legislative approval. Learn more
EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, AND AFRICA
The New Jersey government announces the entry into force of its Double Taxation Agreement with Bahrain, with the agreement applying from January 1, 2027. Learn more
Belgium’s Supreme Court rules that Restricted Stock Units granted by a foreign parent company to Belgian employees are considered salary and subject to social security contributions. Learn more
For a complete, searchable, up-to-the-minute library, visit our regional alerts page.
Vialto perspectives
New On The Move podcast episode
When a crisis unfolds, organizations need more than a response plan. They need the right people, data, and processes to act with confidence.
In the latest On The Move episode, host Rekha Simpson is joined by Jamsheed Mustafa and Hugo Vijge to reflect on the recent Middle East crisis and the experiences of clients they supported through the disruption.
Together, they unpack the lessons organizations can take forward to better anticipate disruption and strengthen business continuity. Listen now
Vialto news
Introducing VialtoExplore: Make the first immigration decision with confidence
Cross-border hiring decisions often move faster than immigration planning, creating uncertainty around start dates, hiring feasibility, and costs.
VialtoExplore brings immigration planning into the earliest stages of workforce planning. The AI-enabled tool provides an initial view of visa feasibility, key requirements, timelines, and expected costs before a case begins.
By bringing clarity forward, VialtoExplore helps organizations make more informed hiring decisions without replacing the expert advice our clients rely on. Learn more
Take the Vialto Atlas: State of Global Work 2026 survey
We’re inviting global work and mobility professionals to add their perspective to Vialto Atlas: State of Global Work 2026—a global survey benchmarking how organizations are designing, governing, and operationalizing global work in an increasingly connected and complex world.
Complete the 20-minute survey to receive the full research report, benchmarking data, and exclusive executive insights from our companion C-suite study. Take the survey
Events
UK: Immigration Unfiltered: 30-minute coffee briefings
Webinars | August-September | 10:00 AM BST (UTC+1) | Register
The UK immigration landscape continues to evolve, creating new compliance obligations for employers. To help organizations stay informed, Vialto is launching Immigration Unfiltered: 30-minute coffee briefings—a new series covering key UK immigration topics.
Each 30-minute session will provide practical insights into the latest developments, what they mean for employers, and the actions organizations can take to manage risk and remain compliant.
Finland: Introduction to Finnish employer reporting in international situations
Webinar | September 9 | 9:30 AM EEST (UTC+3) | Register
Join our Coffee Break with Vialto Finland for an introduction to employer reporting obligations in international situations, specifically from a Finnish perspective.
In this session, we will provide an overview of key considerations for organizations managing cross-border employee scenarios, highlighting both local and international aspects. We will also touch on common challenges companies face and share practical insights to support efficient and compliant processes.
This webinar is held in English and is designed for HR, payroll, mobility, and other professionals dealing with global work matters involving Finland.