The Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs has confirmed that seasonal workers who cannot return to their home countries due to restrictions related to the coronavirus will have their residence permit extended until the end of 2021. Currently, workers cannot apply for the renewal of their residence permits. Once the regulations enter into force, the Directorate of Immigration (UDI) will release information and guidelines for the application. As a result, the applicants can expect a simplified application process.
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