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canada-jobs
2 months ago
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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...
express-entry
2 months ago
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Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the draw, which was specifically aimed at candidates who were French language proficient, as it was a long-term immigration priority of the federal government. The round is among the largest selections in the  French language Express Entry ever and show...
canada-study
2 months ago
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The international education system in Canada has remained the major gateway to permanent residence, as new analysis points out that a two-year college system can be a stepping stone to long-term settlement. Under proper planning, the international students who complete a qualifying two-year course have the potential of...
super-visa-canada
2 months ago
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Canada has confirmed that the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) will stay closed for all of 2026. Because of this, the Canada Super Visa is now the only long-term visit program for families who want to reunite with their parents or grandparents. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has clarified tha...
new-zealand-visa-news
2 months ago
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The latest policy changes have impacts on visa processing times, employer accreditation standards, job check verification, and wage rates, and as such, they are of relevance to employers that need migrant labour or intend to recruit in the coming year. Since New Zealand struggles to balance economic development and sy...
immigration-canada
3 months ago
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The recent selection shows that the federal government continues to focus on granting permanent resident status to people who are already residing and employed in Canada. With the interest in CEC applicants who have numerous foreign graduates or skilled foreign workers, Ottawa tries to reinforce the labour market and p...
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minimum-wage-australia
17Mar
Yogesh shukla
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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-immigration-news
17Feb
Yogesh shukla
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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 ...
USA-Visa-Applications
17Feb
Yogesh shukla
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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...
uk-visa
17Feb
Yogesh shukla
369
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-news
17Feb
Yogesh shukla
493
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...