Visa and Immigrations Update

In today’s blog, we’ll talk about an exciting news which confirms that Government of Canada is  Hiring for Multiple Positions  in British Columbia Recently, the Canadian Government has stated that they are currently accepting applications for numerous entry-level jobs in several locations within British Columbia. These vacancies require only secondary school education or equal, and it is very crucial that applicants submit their up to date resumes. Before we tell you more about the JOB Details, we would request you to support our channel and press the bell icon so you don’t miss any updates. To read the complete blog  click here .

  Today’s blog update is about   TOEFL iBT   being   Temporarily Suspended   for Australian Visa Applications until further notice.   Did you know that TOEFL iBT, is one of the authorized English language tests for Australian visa applications? Recently, it was found that this test will not be available for visa purposes from 26 July 2023 until further notice. This suspension is because of the significant revisions being announced to the test by  ETS , the association that administers TOEFL iBT, which are presently under evaluation by the  Australian Department of Home Affairs. Suggestions for Existing TOEFL iBT Test Takers   Please keep in mind that, for those who have previously undergone the TOEFL iBT test, there’s no need to be concerned. The interruption only involves those applicants who intend to take the test after 26 July 2023. TOEFL iBT scores stay valid for Australian visa applications on condition that they were attained before th...

As we all know, the UK has been stirring up controversies lately when it comes to immigration. It seems that  Asylum seekers  are to face another blow from the UK Home Office. So, let’s find out more details. The  UK Home Office  has just bought tents to house around 2,000 asylum seekers. Their plan is to set them up next month on disused military bases. Now, the UK government is already under a bit of heat because of how they’re handling the asylum system.   Did you know that there are more than 100,000 cases on their backlog? Now, that’s a big number! To read the complete blog  click here .

  Today we’re diving into a hot topic down under – Australia’s population growth. You might be thinking, “Why does Australia need more people?” Well, let’s dive into it.   About thirty years ago, a savvy Malaysian-born entrepreneur,  Maha Sinnathamby , along with his business partner,   Bob Sharpless  took a gamble. They bought this enormous piece of land near Ipswich, which frankly, nobody really wanted. Fast forward to the present day, and that once unloved stretch of land is now Springfield, the first city in Australia to be built privately. And guess what? It stands as a huge shout-out to the fact that Australia’s still got room for more folks!  To read the complete blog, click here.

  If you’ve been planning to pack your bags and head to Australia, now would be the ideal time to apply for Australian Immigration. Want to know why? Keep reading to find out.   It’s no wonder that people find Australia a dream destination to live in. Especially with a strong economy, top-notch lifestyle, and a melting pot of cultures. What’s more? The Australian government is revamping its immigration policies so that you can make your Aussie dream come true. Important Changes in the Australian Immigration Policies Let’s start with some good news!   The immigration target for the year 2023-2024  is now raised to 190,000. And the best part is that 70% of these slots are for skilled migrants. To read the complete blog, click here .

  In this blog, we’ll look at the   2023 CIS Ombudsman report   to discuss the challenges USCIS faces at the moment and the recommendations to overcome them.   The annual CIS Ombudsman report refers to a summary of the grave issues USCIS faces. Coming to the 2023 report, the existing CIS Ombudsman  Nathan Stiefel  has highlighted the application backlogs and stressed the necessity to boost efficiency and improve customer experience. Current Challenges In Reducing Visa Backlogs & Processing Times The report points out that USCIS has continually faced challenges in reducing processing times and eliminating the  visa backlog . The median processing times in 2023 indicate a slight improvement in contrast with the previous year. In addition to this, the report has mentioned the following reasons behind the lack of improvement. To read the complete blog, click here .

  The UK government has made a significant   change in their visa policies   this month and it might affect your travel plans. So stick with us till the end. Starting from this month, July 2023, people from these five countries: To read the complete blog  click here .

  Welcome back to our blog. In today’s Canada Immigration Blog update, we’ll be going through the huge impact on Canadian Immigration due to the recent  Tech Talent Strategy  announced by  IRCC  to attract H1B Visa holders. Did you know that Canada is undergoing a huge inflow of highly skilled migrant workers, mainly from the US. To read the complete blog  click here .

  Are you wondering how expensive living in the UK is? If yes then this blog is for you! Don’t forget to share it with your friends and family so they also get informed about the expenses and  cost of living  in the UK. Please note that the cost of living in the UK differs significantly; depending on location, with cities usually being more expensive than towns. As a global capital, London is the most expensive and costly city to live in the UK. On the other hand, cities like Liverpool and Sheffield provide a rich cultural feel at a lesser cost as compared to London. To read the complete blog  click here .

Welcome back to another blog update. Today’s video talks about the introduction of the   New I-9 Form and Alternative Document Examination Procedure  by the Department of Homeland Security.   Did you know, you can also follow our telegram channel which has over 4000 members? So what are you waiting for? Click here to   JOIN NOW!   Let’s back to our video. It should be noted that the   U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)   has stated a vital change to Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, which comes into effect from 1 August 2023. Please keep in mind that the revised form comprises numerous changes, the most prominent being a checkbox for companies registered in   E-Verify   to specify that they have evaluated copies of identity and employment authorization credentials under a new substitute document examination procedure. To read the complete blog, click here .

  Hello everyone, did you know that the UK’s Immigration Rules for the   Adult Dependent Relative   immigration route got a little revamp on the 1 June, 2023? Well, let’s find out all about it in this blog. What used to be Appendix FM has now been replaced by the brand new Appendix Adult Dependent Relative. To read the complete blog  click here .

  Are you thinking of getting a  permanent residency in Australia ? Especially in Melbourne? If yes then this blog is for you.   We are often enquired by our subscribers about which visas can lead to PR in Australia, especially in Melbourne. Even though this Melbourne is typically challenging to get PR, this video update will summarize some of the most common possibilities for those who are eager to be informed or who have previous guidance. Visas that can lead to Permanent Residency are the  General Skilled Migration Visas . Please keep in mind that you will be needing an organization to sponsor your visa to Australia, you will make an expression of interest application and you are then invited to apply for your General Skilled Migration Visa. To read the complete blog, click here .

  Australia, you see, has a whole array of visas designed to cater to different needs and situations. All these are outlined in the   Migration Act 1958 , and today, we’ll explore a few of these visas. Bridging Visas   These visas, granted under a particular section of the Act, serve as a temporary “bridge” for non-citizens during their stay in Australia. Think of it as your safety net while you’re transitioning between visas.   Temporary Safe Haven Visas   Now, these are quite special. They’re designed to offer  temporary safe haven  to individuals already in Australia. The Minister has the power to extend or shorten the visa period based on what’s happening in the concerned individual’s home country. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Welcome back to another exciting blog. Did you know that Canada has launched the new   Canada Workers Benefit   (CWB) to provide assistance to the country’s lowest-paid workers. The CWB will be dispersed four times a year, with the first payment going out on 28 July, 2023. We highly recommend you to read the full blog so you don’t miss out the chance to avail this benefit announced by the IRCC. Have you subscribed to our newsletter yet? If not then please support us by subscribing our newsletter button down below so you don’t miss any updates. To read the complete blog  click here .

 Big changes were announced by the UK government recently concerning their immigration rules. So today we’ll be primarily talking about alterations around the  visit visa ,  student visa , and the EU Settlement Scheme. These updates are pretty significant and will certainly have a knock-on effect on employers, students, and immigrants. So, let’s dive into these changes and explore what they mean for all the parties involved. Automatic Extension of Pre-settled Status The first thing to note is a neat tweak to the rules around Pre-settled Status. From August 9, 2023, the pre-settled status of an individual can be extended automatically. To read the complete blog  click here .

  We’ve been hearing that some  skilled migrants in Australia  are having a bit of a rethink about their choice of destination. They’re eyeing Canada as a potentially better option, especially when it comes to securing permanent residency for their parents. Let’s find out more about it. Apparently, the process for getting a  parent visa in Australia  can take a whopping six years. Australian skilled migrants feel that Canada could have been a better option for securing permanent residency for their parents. The processing times for parent visas in Australia are a real downer for many migrants. Imagine waiting up to six years for your application to go through! To read the complete blog, click here .

  Good news for all! Today’s blog has some exciting updates for you. The   UK Home Office   has stated that the second ballot for the 2023 Youth Mobility Scheme is now open, until Wednesday 26th July. We highly suggest you to read the full blog as we’ll discuss the following: What’s the Youth Mobility Scheme? Who Can Apply for the Youth Mobility Scheme? And How to Enter the Youth Mobility Scheme Ballot? What’s the Youth Mobility Scheme? The UK’s  Youth Mobility Scheme  is an incredible cultural exchange programme that permits young applicants aged between 18 to 30 (or up to 35 in specific scenarios) from partaking nations to experience life in the UK for up to 24 months. To read the complete blog  click here .

  In today’s blog, we’ll be discussing  Australia and PNG Secret Asylum Seeker Deal .   The Government of Australia has secretly decided to pay Papua New Guinea (PNG) to keep around 75 refugees and asylum seekers in Port Moresby. The classified bilateral agreement was authorized in December 2021, but the specifics, including the amount of subsidy, remain secret. What’s the top secret agreement about?   The secret agreement states that PNG will offer safety and aid to refugees sent there against their will by Australia. The  asylum seekers and refugees , most of whom were sent outside Australia a decade ago as part of Australia’s offshore detention regime, currently are in a state of shock, facing a vague future and undergoing severe mental and physical health situations. To read the complete blog, click here .

  Last month in June 2023, IRCC announced its first-ever thorough Tech Talent Strategy, intended to entice and keep foreign STEM talent within Canada’s tech segment. Please keep in mind that the strategy comprises of four new changes in immigration programs and plans which are: Canadian H-1B Work Permit Digital Nomad Visa Start-Up Visas Exemption of Labor Market Impact Assessment Key Changes announced by the IRCC. Canadian H-1B Work Permit: Initiated on 16 July, 2023, this scheme permitted  H-1B occupation visa  holders in the United States to make and application for open work permits in Canada for up to three years. To read the complete blog  click here .

  Today let’s look into the UK’s second Statement of Changes for 2023. We’ll be explaining to you all about how the UK government is fine-tuning their immigration rules, so let’s dive right in. Ukraine Scheme Visa Starting off with some good news for anyone applying for the  Ukraine Scheme Visa . The application deadline has been pushed back to 16 May 2024. That’s right, you’ve got some more time whether you’re applying from overseas or right within the UK. Visa Nationals List A little heads up for our friends from Dominica, Honduras, Namibia, Timor-Leste, and Vanuatu. To read the complete blog  click here .

  If you’re an   Australian passport   holder, now this is good news for you. According to the Henley Passport Index, the Australian passport has risen from eighth to sixth place in the rankings. This means now you can travel to a whopping 186 destinations without obtaining a visa, a visitor’s permit, or even an  ETA (electronic travel authority)  upon arrival. To read the complete blog,  click here .

  In this blog, we’ll talk about  work restrictions for overseas students in Australia.   Did you know we have also published a video on 11 Surprising Australian Immigration Changes You Must Know? It highlights the following;   Increase In TSMIT No More Labour Market Testing (LMT) Pathway To PR For TSS Visa Holders New Zealand Citizens To Become Eligible For Australian Citizenship Government Plans To Reduce Visa Subclasses A Pro-rated SAF Levy Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement Increase In Visa Application Fees Work Restrictions For Student Visa Holders Changes For Working Holiday Makers (WHMs) New Australian Visa For Pacific Nations According to the new visa regulations, international students are allowed to work 48 hours per fortnight from 1 July 2023. What’s important to note here is that this condition doesn’t apply to   Aged Care Workers ,  as they enjoy unlimited working hours until 31 December 2023. To read the complete blog, click here .

  Today, we’re going on a journey to the Great White North — that’s right, Canada! We’re diving into this rising star in the immigration scene: Canada’s Golden Visa program. So, why’s it getting so much attention? Well, Canada’s economy is sturdy as a moose, the quality of life is as refreshing as a cool breeze across a maple forest, and they’ve got a great big welcoming mat for immigrants and foreign entrepreneurs. To read the complete blog  click here .

  On 27 June 2023,   Sean Fraser   announced that the Canadian government is implementing a short-term policy to allow temporary foreign workers to indulge in full or part-time studies without obtaining a Study Permit. Plus, there are no restrictions on the duration of their chosen program of study. Overseas workers who have a valid  Work Permit  and applied to extend the current one before 7 June 2023 can use this temporary measure to their advantage. To read the complete blog  click here .

  The UK government has finally permitted overseas plasterers and bricklayers to seek employment in the country, even after record net migration. As expected, this decision is met with criticism from senior Tory MPs. Construction workers have now been added to the shortage occupation list, which enables employers to hire overseas staff members on salaries as low as $20,960 or 80% of the going rate. As a result, carpenters, joiners, tilers, and roofers are all on the list, rewarding them with discounted visa fees. The  Migration Advisory Committee (MAC)  proposed this idea following the rise in vacancies after the pandemic. Plus, there’s also a severe shortage of local skilled labour. Many people believe that this is the first time the UK has added bricklayers to the list. To read the complete blog  click here .

  The Child’s Rights impact assessment for the  Illegal Migration Bill   was published by the government on 4 July 2023. Interestingly, the document sheds light on accommodation, detention, removals, age assessments, modern slavery, and safe and legal routes. Moreover, it also covers the bans on grants of leave and citizenship, along with the confiscation of electronic devices. The assessment confirms that the government is busy reviewing its current policy position concerning the use of force or physical intervention to assist the  Home Office  in removing families with children under this Bill. To read the complete blog  click here .

  The 2023-24 Permanent Migration Program is a strategically introduced initiative by the Australian government to fill the skill gaps in the country. While the program expects an intake of 190,000 individuals, it will also boost productivity, enforce resilience, and assist in the transition to a net-zero emissions economy. The program has three streams:  Skill Family Special Eligibility To read the complete blog, click here .

  Did you know obtaining US Citizenship involves securing a green card? Luckily, this blog talks about obscure pathways to US citizenship, helping you understand all the necessary details. While you can get US permanent residency through family-based immigration, you also have alternative options, such as asylum status, employment, humanitarian grounds, and opportunities for people who are currently either undocumented or under DACA. To read the complete blog, click here .

In today’s blog, we’ve got some controversial updates on fee hikes from the UK, especially affecting international students and migrants. So some critics are labeling international students and migrants as “cash cows”. Why is this happening, you might ask? Well, it’s all tied to some big increases in health surcharge fees and looming visa fee hikes. To read the complete blog  click here .