Category: Immigration Insights

GERMANY – 2024 UEFA European Championship: Visa Impacts and Considerations

February 16, 2024

Travelers to Germany should be aware that visa processing delays are likely to take place in advance of the tournament.

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FRANCE – Visa and Immigration for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris

February 16, 2024

Preparations have already begun to process a massive number of visa and entry requirements ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

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UNITED KINGDOM – Removal of Sponsor License Renewal Requirements

February 16, 2024

From April 6, 2024, the UK will no longer require employers to renew their sponsor license.

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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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