The Abhinav Immigration Seminar in Mumbai was an absolute triumph, with a Full House of enthusiastic participants
The FULL HOUSE Abhinav Immigration Seminar in Mumbai left attendees inspired and empowered. Explore the impact of this remarkable event and join the movement towards a brighter future. [Partnered]
Canada's New STEM-specific Draw for Express Entry Candidates
The category-based selection feature is an excellent opportunity for skilled workers who want to move to Canada permanently through the Express Entry program.
Debunking migration myths: the real reasons people move, and why most migration happens in the global south
What migration really looks like around the world, what drives people to uproot their lives and move, and how some countries in Africa are welcoming refugees.
Canada's New Open Work Permit Stream for H-1B Visa Holders
Canada’s new open work-permit stream is an excellent option for H-1B visa holders seeking new career opportunities and a better quality of life.
6,500 Super-Rich Indians Will Leave India in 2023 and Why
Around 6,500 Indian millionaires and their families are expected to move overseas. China tops the list with an estimated loss of 13,500 HNIs.
New visa rules, work-hour cap for international students in Australia from July 1
Indian graduates from Australian universities and colleges can apply to work in Australia for up to eight years from July 1. Plus, the allowable work hours cap for international students in Australia will be increased from 40 hours to 48 hours per fortnight from July 2023.
Immigration Central: Indians top list of foreigners denied entry to New Zealand. Here's why
In addition, more towns in Spain, a Swiss village and Italian municipality are offering monetary incentives to move, with clauses; and directly apply for electronic travel authorisation through ESTA Mobile app if travelling to the US.
Chase your immigration dreams with our upcoming global mobility event in Mumbai
Event Brief
Date - 24th June 2022, Time – 3.00 PM
Venue- Hotel Hyatt Centric, Juhu Mumbai, Juhu Tara Road, Santacruz West, Mumbai 400049
US Embassy opens student visa appointments for July-August period; details here
Last year, the US Mission in India had issued a record-high of around 1.25 lakh student visas.
Canada Express Entry introduces category-based immigration for priority occupations
Immigration Central: US expands premium processing for change of visa; Bulgaria tightens residency rules; Saudi Arabia & Oman start joint tourist visa
Also, Japan has expanded its list of industries for foreign skilled workers and Saudi Arabia will grant eVisa to those holding valid visas to the US, the UK and Schengen.
Immigration Central: Indonesia’s Golden Visa, Canada’s Verified Traveller effective from June, Hungary to tighten foreign worker rules
Invisible Windrush: How the stories of Indian indentured labourers from the Caribbean were forgotten
Under the British empire over two million people of Indian heritage were transported, through the indenture system, to countries on five different continents.
What you need to know about the new US visa services system, effective from July 15
US visa fee for visitors and certain other non-immigrant visa categories is now $185. For certain petition-based non-immigrant visas (NIV) for temporary workers, the fee has been increased from $190 to $205.
Immigration Central: Canada announces faster temporary resident visas for spousal applicants; 4 new English language tests approved for Student Direct Stream
In an effort to strengthen family reunification, the Canadian government has announced new measures to ease spousal temporary residence visa while they wait for permanent residence.
Immigration Central: From January 2024, the UK will debar international students from bringing dependents
India is now the UK’s top sending country. In the 2021-22 academic year, international students contributed £41.9 billion to the UK’s economy but the government is curbing entry of student visa dependents which will severely impact Indian students enrolling in the UK universities.
Immigration Central | EURES: 3.9 million jobs available in Europe for immigrants
With Europe reeling under severe shortage of workforce, this is the time to look for a job there.
Immigration Series: Germany proposes easier, shorter path to citizenship
The German interior ministry has published the new citizenship rules, which if passed in the German Parliament will include shorter residency duration and more lenient language requirements, and provision for dual citizenship.
Immigration Central: New Zealand’s revised Partner of a Worker Work Visa will be effective from May 31
New Zealand has revised conditions for work visa of those who wish to accompany or visit their partner who holds an Accredited Employer Work Visa or Essential Skills Work Visa.
Immigration Central: Is EB-5, not H1-B, the quickest ticket to the US permanent residency?
Amid layoffs and dwindling job market, the US is seeing a sudden surge in enquiries for the EB-5 visa, around 150 enquiries per day. Within the EB-5 visa procedure, is EB-5 Regional Center Program the fastest route to a Green Card?
Immigration Central: Canada to deport 700 Indian students due to fake admission letters
With 700 Indian students facing deportation from Canada due to fake admission letters, the focus is back on the dos and don’ts of choosing the right Immigration consultant and avoiding fraud
Immigration Central | Malta’s Startup Residence Scheme to welcome third-country entrepreneurs
Startup founders, co-founders, the core employees and their immediate family members are eligible to acquire residency permits under Malta’s new Startup Residence Scheme.
Immigration Central: Indians get highest number of Irish Employment Permits in Q1 of 2023
Know all about the various Irish Employment Permit categories
US tourist visa and student visa to get costlier from May 30
Plus, Australia to issue 4-year visas to 1,800 Indian chefs and yoga teachers; Immigration New Zealand allows 2021 Interim Visa holders to request a new interim visa; and UAE adds a Golden Visa platform.
