Visa and Immigrations Update

In this blog we will be discussing a true story about an individual who came to the UK with the dream of working as a care worker. Although we won’t be disclosing the identity, we bring you a cautionary tale for  UK Care Visa  applicants. The First Misstep This individual was to start his position as a senior care worker and came to the UK with a free  visa sponsorship . Unfortunately he was let go from his job within the span of two weeks. To read the complete blog, click here.

  The UK has been famous for its history and education institutions. It is the top choice for many students and travelers. However, You may have to rethink your travel plans after  recent changes in the visa fees. A Brief Overview On Fee Changes Recently,  the UK Home Office has announced  that from October 4, students and visitors will see a hike in the visa fee. The cost for a six months visit visa will be £115, while international students will need to shell out £490. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Today, In this blog, we will shed some light on the recent changes to supplementary work rules for UK health and care workers. Recently, The UK Home Office has  restored their 20-hour cap on supplementary employment visas  for Health and Care Workers. At the start of this year, there was a temporary exception announced. According to this,  these visa holders  were allowed to work for unlimited hours in a second job with no requirement of updating the visas. This was done so they could aid the staff shortage in the healthcare sector. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Australia is a dream destination for many; are you one of them, too? If yes! Then, it is crucial that you are informed about all the latest updates. Recently,   Queensland has announced important updates   about its various visa routes, including the state sponsorship program. In this blog, we will lay it all out for you. The Competitive State Sponsorship Program Of Queensland On September 5, the official opening of this program took place , and there is expected to be high competition due to the Department of Home Affairs’ reduced allocation in 2023. To have a promising consistency rate for the whole year, invites will be sent out each month. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Canada has been on the way to many  changes in 2023 in immigration . Out of many, in this blog we bring you the top 5 immigration developments you can expect this year. So make sure you read the complete list so you’re well aware of the upcoming changes. 1. New Plan For Immigration Levels In November, the government is expected to release its  Immigration Levels Plan for the year 2024-2026 . This plan will carry out all the details about the total number of Canada PR visas that will be granted for the next three years. It will also include certain allocations for many programs. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Australia is all ready to welcome some reforms that will let international students express their intent for immigration when they complete the visa application. This step was taken by the Albanese government so they could promote the students’ permanent migration to the country instead of temporary. Today, in this blog, we will be talking about the  shift in policy and the new Genuine Student Test . Australia’s Shift in Policy In the past, all international students had to follow the  guidelines of Genuine Temporary Entrants . These guidelines were used to limit students’ stay till their tertiary education was completed. The student also had to submit a 300-word statement which expressed their reasoning for studying abroad. This statement didn’t include any intention to acquire residency with the studied program. To read the complete blog, click here.

Are you planning to live in Canada? Then today’s blog is a must-read because we bring you  Canada’s top immigration developments  that you can expect in 2023. New Ministerial Mandate Letter There might be a new Ministerial  Mandate Letter  released by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, shaping Canada’s immigration policy. This letter will act as a guide for the action and priorities of the Immigration Minister. Immigration Levels Plan for 2024-2026 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will reveal its   Immigration Level Plans on November 1 . This plan will document the targets for permanent resident admissions, prioritized by immigration class and program. To read the complete blog, click here.

  There are now new additions to Canada’s immigration process, making it more interesting for all. There has been an updated list by IRCC for trade occupations that are eligible for   Express Entry certificates of qualification . And the best part? There would be no previous experience required. New Additions To The Express Entry The IRCC officially  expanded the eligible occupation list on September 8 2023 . This list was for eligible occupations for Express Entry certificates of qualification, which now has 101 occupations in total. No Prior Experience? No Issue! The best part about this latest update is that not having prior experience in these listed fields is not an issue. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Job shortage for immigrants   in the US is no secret, but there can be a light at the end of the tunnel as the Biden Administration has offered a new immigration plan. Know more about it in this blog! Effort To Reform Work Permit The Biden Administration is vigorously encouraging immigrants who are eligible to go for work permits. This is done to face the crisis brought in by a high inrush of immigrants. Big cities like New York are facing the burden of this. The White House is trying its best to  offer these immigrants job opportunities . This strategy aims to reduce the financial and political impact of this rising problem. It is a situation that has been creating issues for years now. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Migrating to the US can sometimes be not quite straightfoward. You might face many challenges and changes making the process tedious. In this blog let’s look at two of the most pressing issues of US immigration. If you’ve been trying to  migrate to the US , you must’ve realised that the evolving immigration system often bring in new challenges and regulatory issues. So there have been two uprising issues recently, and they are the following: There is an immense  backlog of employment-based green card applications.  The importance of on-time marriage according to the K1 Visa program. What’s The K1 Visa? The K1 Visa , also known as the fiance visa is the route for US citizens’ fiances to enter the country and with the intention of get married. To read the complete blog, click here.

  The immigration process is ever-evolving, and keeping yourself up to date with upcoming changes is essential to ensure that your visa request is accepted. Today, we will look into some announcements that the Home Office has made regarding changes in immigration rules. A newly updated  Statement of Changes was released by the Home Office on 7 September, 2023 . According to the statement, there have been some key modifications in the UK immigration rules. EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) Updates From 5 October 2023 , if your EUSS application has been denied or cancelled, you won’t be eligible for an administrative review request. The good news is that you can appeal the decision by aligning with the Citizens’ Rights Agreement. This makes the appeal process much simpler and eliminates dual redress options. To read the complete blog, Click here.

  The UK Home Office has recently released the revised immigration and nationality   fees effective from 7 September 2023 . Here’s a brief overview of the changes: Visas and Applications Outside the UK Visit visa  (short up to 6 months): £100 Visit visa (long up to 2 years): £376 (No change) Electronic Visa Waiver : £30 (No change) Certificate of Entitlement Nationality Right of Abode (outside the UK): £388 (No change) Work Applications Outside the UK Innovator Founder (main applicant and dependants): £1,036 (No change) Global Talent (main applicant where Approval Letter is required): £167 (No change) Skilled Worker (where a  certificate of sponsorship  has been issued for three years or less): £625 (No change) To read the complete blog, Click here.

  The International Sportsperson route  is known to be one of the top sponsored visa routes in the UK. This route offers a bright chance for internationally established athletes and coaches to come to the UK for about a period of 3 years. If you have an employer then they must have an International Sportsperson Sponsor License to be able to sponsor you. If they don’t have one already then they would need to acquire  the sponsor license  application from the Home Office. The job role that you are being sponsored for must meet certain criteria, including: Minimum required skill level Minimum salary threshold (depending on the role) To read the complete blog, click here.

  Today we bring you this blog to make your dream of living in Canada come true. And guess what?! You don’t have to go through the trouble of consulting expensive agencies. All you have to do is read this blog carefully and learn the application process for the  new free Canadian immigration program for 2023-2026. The Nova Scotia immigration program is a golden chance to get settled in Canada. It is a part of the   Atlantic Canada program   which mainly focuses on Nova Scotia. The program is spectacular and offers amazing benefits that you can imagine. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Australia has drafted a   new national strategy for more effective trade   and investment with Southeast Asia and initiatives to promote economic relations between the two regions. Let’s find out more about this. Recently,  Anthony Albanese , the Australian Prime Minister declared a new strategy for better trading with Southeast Asia. A joint statement was released by Albanese, Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Trade Minister Don Farrell stating  Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy for 2040 .   Special Envoy for Southeast Asia Nicholas Moore drafted a blueprint which showcases the following: How Australia will enhance the trade relations with the region. 75 recommendations to boost partnerships with Asian nations. To read the complete blog, click here.

  There has been an employment-based Green Card backlog in the US for Indians which has surpassed an extreme level. Studies have recently displayed that about 10.7 lakh Indians are awaiting process at the moment in EB-2 and EB-3 categories. And you will not believe what  the waiting time is. It’s 134 years! How Has This Impacted Indian Children? The backlog of this year has gone up to 1.8 million cases which has  affected around 1.34 lakh Indian children . These children may age out prior to even receiving their Green Card. “Documented dreamers” is the term used to refer to these children and when they reach the age of 21, they will also lose their  H-4 visa eligibility . Many of them face issues such as low work opportunities and high fees. Some may also give a thought to self-deportation. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Hello all! In a recent blog we mentioned that   UK has plans to electronic tag asylum seekers. Today let’s look into it a bit further. So stay tuned. UK’s New Approach of Electronic Tagging Channel Migrants In an attempt to control the inflow of English Channel migrants, a new proposal has come to light from the Home Office.  It’s electronic tagging. Now, this measure was actually suggested last year. However, Rishi Sunak now aim to bring down unauthorised entries and immigration issues through this method. Electronic Tagging with Real-Time GPS Tracking Yes, you heard that right. The electronic tags given out to the migrants arriving from boats will include  real-time GPS tracking . There also will be mandatory reporting of their location multiple times a day. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Interestingly, there is no cap on student visas subclass 500. According to statistics, 283,573 student visas were granted during the first half of the 2022-23 program year. Moreover, there were 456,970 student visa holders in Australia on 31 December 2022, confirming a  surge of 44.6% compared to the statistics on 31 December 2021. Don’t forget Australia’s student visa subclass 500 program came under fire in 2020, as the Australian government asked  temporary visa  holders to exit the country before closing the borders due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now reports suggest that study visa applications might incur significant boosts above pre-pandemic levels. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Workers and Entrepreneurs willing to settle in Alberta can benefit from the streams of its nominee program which is called   the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) . In this blog, we’ll be looking at the AAIP in detail and see how you can immigrate to Alberta through this program. Alberta is a province in Western Canada  that has two major cities of Canada, Edmonton, and Calgary. Immigrants with skills and work experience can settle in the province with the help of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program which was previously called the Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program. Are you applying for the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program? What problems have you faced with your application process? Share with us in the comments. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Australia is a dream destination for those who wish to move to a country that has a stable economy and offers quality life. It’s an attractive place to move to but acquiring a    Permanent Residency (PR) in Australia   is not easy for all. There are various reasons that an application may get rejected. In this blog, we have broken down some of the major   reasons why PR applications get rejected . The Wrong Visa Type The number one problem is that  applicants choose the wrong visa type . It is important to select a visa that aligns with your qualifications and eligibility. If there is any misalignment the application will be rejected. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Canadian visa delays continue to impact applicants. Today’s blog talks about the growing concerns of   international students who are impacted by visa delays. Challenges Faced By International Students International students in Canada are facing quite major problems as their  study visas are delayed . Students who want to study at the University of Ottawa are the main ones to face this issue. The immigration process is negatively impacted due to delays and ample security checks. Due to such problems,  many students are starting their academic year quite late  and some even have to miss out on great opportunities. A student from Congo had a firsthand experience due to the faulty system. Even after being selected by the University of Ottawa for the Fall 2022 semester, they were unable to secure a visa till November 2022. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Are you planning to move to the UK? Keeping an eye out for recent changes is quite important to ensure your application is approved. So in this blog, we will unfold some  changes in UK Immigration rules  that The Home Office has recently announced. New Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) Scheme In October 2023,  a new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) Scheme  is ready to be launched. The scheme will be set out in various phases and will depend on nationality. The ETA scheme will be mandatory for the following travellers: Visiting the UK Transiting through the UK Don’t require a visa for short stays Doesn’t possess any other immigration status prior travelling To read the complete blog, click here.

  The UK government made an announcement on 13 July 2023 stating that there will be an increase in immigration fees. The Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) will almost double with  a rise from £624 to £1,035 for adults per year . IHS will increase from £470 to £776 per year will be increasing for Student, Child and Youth Mobility visa holders There will be  a 15% rise in the application fees for work and visit visas . At least 20% will increase for: Student visas Certificates of Sponsorship Indefinite Leave to Remain British citizenship To read the complete blog, click here.

  In this blog, we’ll be looking at the latest US immigration updates that you must definitely know. Biden’s TPS Extended For Six Nation The Temporary Protection Status (TPS) program  has now been redesigned and extended by Biden’s administration. There are six nations that are ensured to be protected from deportation. The countries are as follows: Sudan Ukraine El Salvador Honduras Nepal Nicaragua Afghan Allies Are Waiting For The Resettlement About more than 840,000 Afghans who were in support of the U.S. during a 2-decade long conflict in  Afghanistan are yet to have their resettlement.  This showcases the challenges in the program which is curated to aid America’s allies. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Australia is taking major steps to solve fraud-related issues arising in the student visa system. Recently, Australia has showcased some measures to protect the ethics of its international education sector. One step they took was to  close the loophole  that used to let international students switch from their genuine study programs to some arrangement that let them work in the country. This mainly happened because students had  Confirmations of Enrolments (COEs)  around all the various sectors. What Are The Solutions That Australia Has Introduced? Solution 1 – Closing the Loophole Now the government does not let educational providers  shift international students from genuine study programs to work-facilitating arrangements.  This rule is especially implemented for those who have been in the country for less than six months. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Canada aims for the growth of its economy and population by attracting highly skilled immigrants. They are in the process of building a workforce through various attractive immigration schemes. The goal is to have   1.5 million immigrants by the year 2025 . Now there will be eight times the number of permanent residents welcome into the country each year. This is done so the graph should go up by 60% by 2025. Canada has made various changes in immigration rules to fulfill these goals. The change also includes creating a new visa route for H-1B holders in the USA. The plan is to provide a  digital nomad visa  which allows students to work. This also allows them to set up new pathways to incentivize employers and work aligned with the government’s goals. To read the complete blog, click here.

  Acquiring British nationality is financially draining but the Home Office is now introducing its  in-country fee waiver system . This is for certain immigration applications made within the UK. What Cases Have Lead To Shape The Policy? Three serious cases have brought some change in the Home Office’s stance on fee waivers for human rights applications: R (Omar) v SSHD [2012]:  According to this case no fee must be charged for rights-based immigration applications. If one doesn’t have the power to afford it, it would be a breach of their human rights. R (Carter) v SSHD [2014]:  This case highlights that if someone isn’t able to pay the fee A policy with no waiver fee option will be implemented on their Convention right. R (Dzinku-Laggison and Ors) v SSHD [2020]:  According to this case the focus was kept on the applicant’s power to afford the fee. To read the complete blog, click here.

  In today’s blog update we will be talking about the Government of Australia’s plan to address   Parent Visa Waiting Periods . So we highly suggest you to read the full blog and comment below what you think about the decision. Did you know that the Government of Australia is taking steps to address  the lengthy waiting periods connected with Parent Visas , a concern that has been a major issue for many migrants in Australia. Current Scenario of Australian Parent Visa It was noted that the challenges faced by migrants included emotional suffering and objections caused by the pro-longed waiting periods for Australian Parent Visas. In some cases,  applicants have faced an astounding wait time of up to 50 years.  The demand for Australian Parent Visas has constantly surpassed the capped number of slots available every twelve months, leading to a mounting backlog of applications.  From 2010 to 2022, applications went up from 35,000 to 120,000. To read the compl...

  Canada is offering a  golden opportunity for digital nomads   to get a taste of the Canadian lifestyle. Their latest immigration program is custom for remote workers and brings a change of scenery for the global workforce. How is Canada Embracing the Digital Workforce? In the past, digital nomads working internationally could stay in Canada for about 6 months only as visitors. However, in July  a new program was introduced  that offers a longer stay. A temporary work permit can be obtained by qualified digital nomads through which they are eligible to  stay in Canada for an additional 3 years  after getting a job under a Canadian employer. To read the complete blog, click here.