Co-Chair
Poorvi Chothani
Co-Chair
Greg Siskind
Immigration and Nationality Law Committee
The Immigration and Nationality Law Committee is concerned with all aspects of immigration and nationality law on a worldwide basis, including business-related immigration, family reunion policies, refugees and compassionate cases.
The Committee aims to provide a forum for the discussion of comparative data on immigration and nationality policies of countries worldwide.
The mission and focus of the committee is to provide a platform for lawyers practising immigration laws to receive input and update about the immigration laws of their country and also immigration laws and procedures of other jurisdictions. We achieve this by holding annual conferences and presentation of papers, newsletters and providing other online resources to enhance the knowledge of its member in multiple jurisdictions.
View a list of past chairs here.
Forthcoming conferences and webinars View All Conferences
IBA Annual Conference Toronto 2025
02 Nov - 08 Nov 2025
Toronto , Canada
Immigration law and legal ethics
03 Dec 2025 1500 - 1600 GMT
Webinar
IBA Annual Conference Copenhagen 2026
04 Oct - 09 Oct 2026
Copenhagen , Denmark
Publications
Tariffs, trade and talent: a strategic immigration update on workforce strategy
Geopolitical trade realignments, tariffs and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are reshaping immigration policy and global workforce strategies. This article examines how the US’ recent application of higher tariffs and subsequent global responses affect immigration law, talent mobility and workforce planning, outlining key considerations for businesses seeking resilience and competitiveness in this dynamic landscape.
Released on Oct 29, 2025
Major developments in immigration law and nationality law (December 2024–September 2025)
This briefing summarises the principal legal changes, constitutional developments and public debates in Portugal relating to immigration (Law No 23/2007 and related instruments) and nationality (citizenship) law that occurred between December 2024 and September 2025.
Released on Oct 20, 2025
Nigeria Visa Policy 2025
Nigeria’s 2025 New Visa Policy (‘NVP 2025’) introduces a fully electronic visa (‘e-Visa’) system, replacing the visa-on-arrival (VoA) and requiring applicants to apply and receive approvals online before travel, aiming to simplify and secure entry for business, tourism and investment. Applicants can now apply and receive decisions on their visas online within 48 hours. The New Visa Policy system was launched on 1 May 2025 and implemented on 8 May 2025 and is integrated with global security databases. Other reforms include mandatory digital landing and exit cards and an amnesty period for foreigners to regularise their immigration status without penalties.
Released on Oct 20, 2025
12 October: Schengen countries start implementation of the new Entry/Exit System (EES)
On 12 October 2025, Schengen countries began phasing in the Entry/Exit System (EES), set to be fully operational by 10 April 2026. Replacing passport stamps, the EES records entry, exit and biometric data at external borders of 29 Schengen states. It applies to third-country nationals on short stays (visa-required or exempt) but excludes long-stay visa holders, residents and nationals of Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland. The system enforces the 90/180-day rule, detects overstays and combats identity fraud. While designed to speed up border checks, travellers may face longer waiting times during the initial biometric enrolment.
Released on Oct 20, 2025
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