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Emma Yamsuan
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Taguig City 1634
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Taguig City 1634
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Emma brings more than 12 years of experience in corporate immigration and global mobility, guiding individual and multinational companies through a broad range of immigration processes. She works across industries such as technology, business process outsourcing, communications, advertising, construction, travel, financial services, consultancy, media and retail.
Known for her strength in legal drafting, policy analysis, team leadership and client relationship management, Emma oversees the full lifecycle of global mobility programs in Fragomen’s Manila office. Her work includes advisory on complex visa matters, Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC)-related matters, client engagement and internal process improvements. Emma’s deep background in HR mobility and legal support gives her a well-rounded perspective on the operational and regulatory aspects of immigration.
Before joining Fragomen, Emma worked in mobility and immigration management roles in several companies. She also held paralegal positions where she managed special visas and work permit applications and advised on Philippines Immigration law.
Emma’s passion is helping businesses and their employees navigate complex global mobility and immigration processes. She finds fulfilment in turning complex cases and challenges into clear, manageable steps and takes great pride in building trusted partnerships with her clients. She is committed is to make international mobility as smooth and stress-free as possible for everyone she works with.
Education
- University of Makati, MPA, 2018
- University of Makati, B.A., 2012
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Fragomen Philippines Corporation
9th floor, Unit 1 Milestone at Fifth Avenue, Lot 2 Blk 16, 4th & 5th Avenues, Bonifacio Global City
Taguig City 1634
Philippines
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- English
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Fragomen Philippines Corporation
9th floor, Unit 1 Milestone at Fifth Avenue, Lot 2 Blk 16, 4th & 5th Avenues, Bonifacio Global City
Taguig City 1634
Philippines
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Languages
- English
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Fragomen Philippines Corporation
9th floor, Unit 1 Milestone at Fifth Avenue, Lot 2 Blk 16, 4th & 5th Avenues, Bonifacio Global City
Taguig City 1634
Philippines
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Managing Director Diogo Kloper examines how immigration trends reveal the diverse economic ties between Brazil and Asia and the role of international mobility in supporting business growth.
Media mentions
Partner David Grunblatt examines how USCIS uses administrative proxies in immigration adjudication and explains why these tools must support, rather than replace, statutory standards and individualized legal analysis.
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Manager Cherida Hooijer and Immigration Assistant Manager Kaatje Droesbeke examine how employers in the Netherlands can build an international student-to-graduate talent pipeline while managing the immigration and employment compliance requirements that apply at each stage.
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Senior Immigration Program Manager Ana Carro explains Costa Rica's immigration pathways for digital nomads, retirees, individuals with stable income and investors, highlighting key eligibility requirements and considerations for choosing the appropriate option.
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Partner Catherine Macris discusses how evolving H-1B policies are shaping employers’ ability to recruit foreign talent, particularly in highly specialized fields.
Awards
Two Fragomen professionals and our BeYou@Fragomen employee network have been shortlisted for the 2027 TLC Lions Human Awards Europe, recognising their contributions to inclusive leadership and a people-centred workplace culture.
Awards
Fragomen is honored with the 2026 FEM EMEA EMMA in the "Thought Leadership - Best Survey or Research Study of the Year" category for its 2026 Worldwide Immigration Trends Report.
Media mentions
Partner Daniel Pierce and Senior Associate Daniel D. Schaeffer examine US birthright citizenship challenges and the implications of recent court rulings for nationwide relief in immigration litigation.
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Senior Counsel Mitch Wexler explains how proposed policy changes could increase scrutiny and denial rates for H-1B and other temporary work visa extensions.

