Middle East Immigration Update: What Employers Need to Know

by | Mar 4, 2026

In light of the situation in the Middle East, immigration policies and related government measures are evolving, creating new considerations for employers managing global workforces. Visa processing, travel conditions and compliance expectations may shift with little notice, requiring close monitoring and proactive planning.

This session will provide an important immigration briefing outlining current developments and the practical implications for corporate HR, global mobility and compliance teams.

Session One

Thursday, 5 March 2026
3:00 AM Los Angeles (UTC -8)
6:00 AM New York (UTC -5)
11:00 AM London (UTC 0)
3:00 PM Dubai (UTC +4)
7:00 PM Singapore (UTC +8)

Session Two

Thursday, 5 March 2026
9:00 AM Los Angeles (UTC -8)
12:00 PM New York (UTC -5)
5:00 PM London (UTC 0)
9:00 PM Dubai (UTC +4)
1:00 AM Singapore, 6 March (UTC +8)

During this webcast, we will cover:

  • Updates on visa processing and consular operations
  • Travel considerations affecting work-authorized employees
  • Immigration compliance implications
  • Workforce planning and contingency considerations
  • Jurisdiction-specific updates, where relevant

Who should attend::

  • Corporate HR and global mobility professionals
  • In-house immigration and compliance teams
  • Legal and risk management professionals
  • Business leaders overseeing international operations in the Middle East

To accommodate our global audience, we will offer two live sessions. We encourage you to register for the session that best fits your schedule.

Moderator

Julia Onslow-Cole
Partner
Fragomen
London & Dubai

Speakers

Haider Hussain
Partner
Fragomen
Middle East & North Africa

Azeem Mohiuddin
Partner
Fragomen
Doha

Raj Mann
Director
Fragomen
London

MAR
16
2026
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