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.

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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
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New rules for hiring foreign workers in Poland: effective from 1 June 2025

A new law regulating the employment of foreign workers in Poland came into force on 1 June 2025, replacing the previous legislation which had been in place for over 20 years. While it does not overhaul the employment model, it introduces important changes which employers must follow in order to employ foreigners legally. Key updates are outlined in this article.

Released on Aug 04, 2025

The White Paper: sweeping reforms to reduce migration and reshape policy

In May 2025, the UK government unveiled its long-anticipated White Paper, setting out a roadmap intended to restore control over immigration. The paper’s controversial tone alleged that inward migration had ‘exploded’ and attributed the pressure on public services and housing access to the UK having become a ‘one-nation experiment in open borders’. With overarching themes of control, contribution and community cohesion, the proposals signal a decisive shift in direction.

Released on Aug 04, 2025

Surrogacy abroad: legal pathways and challenges for Indian couples seeking parenthood beyond borders

Becoming a parent is a deeply personal journey, often marked by immense hope, emotional resilience, and at times, formidable legal and societal barriers. For many Indian couples, both residents and those living abroad, surrogacy offers a critical pathway to parenthood. However, the legal framework governing surrogacy in India, while designed to prevent exploitation, remains narrowly constructed and exclusionary.

Released on Aug 04, 2025

From ancestry to proximity: Italy’s 2025 reform and the redefinition of Italian citizenship by descent

Italy’s citizenship framework has historically emphasised ius sanguinis (citizenship by descent) over ius soli (citizenship by birthplace), a principle which remains intact. However, the 2025 reform of Law No 91/1992 (Italian Nationality Law) has dramatically reshaped the landscape, introducing stricter conditions for descent-based citizenship and reaffirming the country’s restrictive approach to birthright citizenship and naturalisation. This article outlines the key changes introduced by the reform, with particular focus on the ius sanguinis pathway, which has been the most substantially affected.

Released on Aug 04, 2025

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