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5 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
5 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...
pr-in-canada-news
5 months ago
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Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada IRCC has issued its most recent update on processing times. The update relates to temporary resident applications. These include visitor visas, work permits, study permits, and super visas. Some categories show improvement. Other categories show delays and volatility. Overal...
europe-immigration
5 months ago
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Europe and India have made a new trade agreement. Many leaders say it is a big step forward. It is seen as a boost for economic development and international power. The European leaders have emphasized lower tariffs. They have highlighted improved supply chains. They have also stressed stronger strategic partnerships....
immigration-canada
5 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...
canada-immigration
5 months ago
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In an effort to highlight the growth of provincial immigration pathways, Canada has introduced its 2026 immigration calendar, which includes a special Express Entry draw. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 681 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to those candidates who already received a Provincial Nomi...
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minimum-wage-australia
01Mar
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
01Mar
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
01Mar
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
01Mar
Yogesh shukla
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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
01Mar
Yogesh shukla
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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...