Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & Africa
January 29, 2026 | 3:00 PM — 4:00 PM BST

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Disruption in global talent sourcing. Redefining value amid high costs. Intensifying immigration compliance risks.
These are the top challenges employers are facing as we enter 2026, and they are reshaping how companies think about their immigration and mobility strategies.
We invite you to join us for our Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webinar on Thursday, January 29, with a focused lens on the Europe, Middle East and Africa regions and the shifting regulatory and talent landscapes shaping them.
Our 2026 Worldwide Immigration Trends Report is designed to equip organizations with the tools to optimize workforce strategies, adapt to evolving global conditions and maintain a competitive edge. It is a vital resource for navigating today’s rapidly changing immigration landscape.
Moderated by Fragomen Chief Knowledge Officer Scott Leeb, Our panelists which include Fragomen Partner Lunga Mani, Fragomen Managing Partner Haider Hussain and Fragomen Senior Counsel Jo Antoons will cover the following points for each region:
Africa
- The immigration impact of the persistent geopolitical instability
- Rapid regulatory transformation with focus on heightened compliance scrutiny and stricter verification requirements
- The impact of trade realignments and tariff shifts on immigration policies
Middle East and North Africa
- Balancing localization with global talent attraction
- Digital transformation and Innovation of immigration processes
- Shift in Visa Categories and strategic Mobility pathways
Europe
- European fragmentation and workforce strategies
- EU ambitions versus Member States’ realities on talent attraction, digitisation, and migration enforcement
- Moving beyond immigration compliance to encompass social law requirements
We hope to see you there and encourage you to submit your questions in advance via the registration form.
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