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The latest developments in Canada's immigration regime have shown that provincial immigration nominees under the Express Entry system are earning higher salaries than most other economic immigrants. The information suggests the increased role of the Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) in determining the kind of peop...

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 ...

It has been repeatedly advised to potential travellers planning to visit the United States that the visa interview can make or break their chances of being granted entry. But professionals maintain that the success starts way earlier - with the DS-160 form, which all non-immigrant visa applicants need to fill out befor...

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...

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...