International Insights, Global Perspective
Philippines extends foreign land leases to 99 years in 2026 while maintaining 40% condo ownership cap.
Australia's 2026 international student visa overhaul: 485 visa fees doubled to AUD $4,600, age cap lowered to 35, English requirement raised, 295,000 commencement cap introduced. Comprehensive cost and pathway analysis for Chinese students.
Japan's 2026 student visa rules: streamlined COE process, ¥2M financial proof, 28h/week work permission, NHI enrollment required. MEXT scholarship guide with benefits (full tuition + stipend) and application channels. Cost estimates for Chinese students planning to study in Japan.
Japan implements stricter PR and naturalization rules in 2026-2027: ¥3.5M income threshold, PR fees rising to ¥200,000, naturalization residency doubled to 10 years. New revocation powers for tax non-compliance. Detailed impact analysis for overseas Chinese.
Effective April 1, 2026, Japan's amended Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act (FEFTA) removes the residential property exemption for foreign buyers. All non-resident acquisitions now require Form 22 filing and nationality disclosure at registration. This article analyzes the impact on overseas Chinese property investors.
