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The Bahamas Immigration Reforms 2026: Key Legislative and Regulatory Changes

Together, these amendments reflect a broader policy shift toward facilitating international business and investment through streamlined immigration procedures

The Bahamas Immigration Reforms 2026: Key Legislative and Regulatory Changes

The Immigration Act is significant because it introduces measures aimed at facilitating business travel.

Qatar expands foreign real estate ownership

Under the rules, non-Qatari owners or usufructuaries – non-owners who have legal rights to use and benefit from the property – may obtain a residence permit, provided they stay in the country for at least 90 days per year

Bank regulators issue guidance on credit risk for unauthorized workers

Kully noted that an addition in the interagency statement is the discussion of portfolio and concentration risk.

Winding up a solvent Jersey company

A Jersey company may only be placed in a summary winding up if it is solvent.

Public rights of way: protecting your land

Landowners should be aware of a recent development concerning what constitutes an 'interruption' to public use for the purposes of section 31.

CAT can decide copyright issues in competition claims, court confirms

The court also agreed with the CAT that exhaustion takes effect at the point of first sale and operates by law.

Central Bank UCITS Regulations – CP161 Final Position

The Central Bank has not provided any transitional period for existing UCITS to comply with the new requirements

Jersey Wills, Succession and Probate reforms: what they mean in practice

The reforms introduced by the 2026 Amendment are focused rather than far-reaching, but they are significant in practice.

Competition Commission turns spotlight on South Africa's franchise sector

Franchising is a substantial component of the South African economy

DMCC and DIFC Courts expand partnership to strengthen dispute resolution framework

The MoU, which builds on an already decade-long partnership between the two institutions, will strengthen the DIFC Courts position as an accessible forum of choice

Code to regulate trade union workplace access finalised

A statutory right of access for trade unions to workplaces in Britain is provided for under the Employment Rights Act

Deepening Singapore's role as a risk management hub – Singapore's proposed Protected Cell Company structure

MAS observes that the effort and costs to do so can deter the broader adoption of solutions that would support better risk management and protection.

Navigating cross-border art transactions: legal and tax insights for collectors

As the global art market becomes more regulated, collectors must stay informed and proactive.

‘Fundamental’ changes to how Australian care workers are classified and paid on way

Overtime rules for part-time and casual employees have also been updated.

Beyond Residency by Investment: a Pathway to British citizenship

The Certificate of Permanent Residence provides the holder (and any qualifying dependants) with an initial 10-year grant to reside in the Cayman Islands

The Privy Council Provides Clarity to the Global Business Industry: Interest Exemptions Upheld in Mauritius

This judgment has significant implications for companies operating under the Mauritius harmonised fiscal regime

FCA tells banks to improve access to basic bank accounts

The FCA say UK Finance will also lead a sector wide review process – with review to see if milestones are being met at the 6 month and 12 month stages – following each a summary of progress

Businesses should act as EU and UK deforestation rules loom

Implementation of the EUDR was delayed for two years amidst concern from industry and lawmakers about the regulatory burdens it would introduce on businesses.

Businesses must prepare for tougher audits this autumn

The enhanced powers granted to the registrar reinforce the need for robust governance, accurate record keeping and effective verification processes.

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