Category: Immigration Insights

CANADA – Clarification of Requirements for Digital Nomads

February 8, 2024

IRCC has clarified requirements that could affect a "digital nomad" who wishes to enter and reside in Canada.

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NEW ZEALAND – Updates to Permanent Resident Visa and Working Holiday Visa Schemes

February 6, 2024

The government of New Zealand has introduced updates to its Permanent Resident Visa and Working Holiday Visa schemes.

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CANADA – 2024 Quebec Immigration Plan: Key Updates and Policy Shifts

February 6, 2024

The Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration (MIFI) has released its 2024 Immigration Plan, outlining its approach to address the demographic and economic demands facing the province of Quebec.

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UNITED STATES – A Reminder to Begin H-1B Lottery Evaluations

February 2, 2024

The registration period for the H1B lottery will begin in March 2024, so now is a good time to start evaluating your company’s H-1B needs for fiscal year 2025.

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EUROPEAN UNION – Bulgaria and Romania to join the Schengen Zone

February 1, 2024

The Schengen Zone is set to welcome Bulgaria and Romania from March 31, 2024, marking a significant evolution in the European travel landscape.

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CANADA – Reforms to the International Student Program

January 30, 2024

The Canadian government has announced reforms to the International Student Program, placing a temporary cap on the number of study permit applications.

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UNITED KINGDOM – Home Office Formalizes Fines for Illegal Employment

January 30, 2024

The UK Home Office has released updated details of the fines employers will now face for illegal employment.

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Navigating New Horizons in Global Immigration: Emerging Trends 2024

January 30, 2024

2024 stands as a pivotal moment for transformation and technological advancements in the global mobility and immigration landscape.

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PANAMA – New Permit and Visa Extension Request Deadlines

January 30, 2024

National Immigration Service introduces new deadlines for requests to extend residence permits and visas.

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INDONESIA – New Visa Sub-Types Introduced

January 19, 2024

Indonesia has introduced new visa sub-types for exemption visas, single entry visas, multiple entry visas, and limited stay visas.

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