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Australia has declared increased minimum wage levels in employer-sponsored skilled visas, where the new rates will be applicable on 1 July 2026. The modifications would cover the Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa and the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa, which are some of the most wid...

Canada has added stricter requirements for foreign nationals applying for work permits under the significant benefit exemption, enhancing control over applications that do not involve the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process. The revised direction, which became effective in early 2026, is a reflection of the ...

The United Kingdom has also introduced a new electronic visa system that does not require applicants to present their passports during the visa application process. It is anticipated that the change will enhance the application process. Making it quicker, more secure and more convenient for travellers, particularly tho...

Australia has stepped up its scrutiny of international student visa applications, bringing renewed attention to a requirement that asks whether applicants could pursue similar studies in their home country. The relocation is also in a wider initiative to make the international education sector in the country more uncom...

In one of the largest Express Entry draws of 2026, Canada issued 8,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence to French-speaking candidates. This special selection called Express Entry Draw #394 represents the federal government's ongoing effort to increase immigration of Francophones outside Quebec an...

In 2026, Canada is refocusing its economic immigration policy by targeting select, high-paying jobs through the category-based Express Entry system. The relocation is intended to address labour shortages in major non-healthcare sectors and provide prospective foreign employees with a faster path to permanent residenc...