US State Department Lifts Consular Prioritization Guidance
On Friday, November 19, 2021, the US Department of State rescinded the November 2020 guidance to consular posts to prioritize consular services. Embassies and consulates have
Read More »France and India Partner on Short-Stay Visa Program
The Governments of France and India have entered into a partnership agreement on October 1, 2021 to facilitate migration and mobility between the two countries. Key
Read More »USCIS Conducts Third Random Selection of Previously Submitted FY 2022 H-1B Cap Registrations
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on November 19 selected additional registrations to reach the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 H-1B numerical allocations.
Read More »The UK Government Expands the Approved Vaccine List
Entry rules for England vary based on the traveler’s vaccination status. Fully vaccinated travelers, regardless of their point of origin, can enter and have to test on
Read More »Japan Updates the AMPA Process
On November 17, the Government of Japan issued significant changes to the AMPA process, Japan’s initial plans to reopen. Key Changes Documents will now be submitted
Read More »Singapore Adjusts VTL Requirements for US Travelers
The Government of Singapore has adjusted the documentation requirements for U.S. travelers, making the VTL option more accessible. Challenges for Travelers Vaccinated in
Read More »UAE Expands Green List of Permitted Travelers
On November 7, the United Arab Emirates announced an expansive Green List of permitted countries and regions. What Travelers Need to Know Before Departure Travelers who are
Read More »Argentina Reopens Borders to Tourism
Argentina reopened to fully vaccinated non-residents and tourists from select countries on November 1, 2021. Key Highlights Travelers must have completed their full
Read More »Ireland Changes Its Citizenship Application Process
The Government of Ireland has announced changes to the citizenship application process to go into effect as of January 1, 2022. Key Highlights from January 1, 2022 New
Read More »December 2021 Visa Bulletin Released
Highlights EB-1 remains current for all countries. Final Action Dates: EB-2 China advanced by over 1 month 17 days to January 1, 2019, and EB-3 China remains unchanged with
Read More »Ireland Addresses It’s Backlog with Overtime
The Government of Ireland announced that applications from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) for employment permits are up 50 percent over the same period last year.
Read More »Ireland Extends Residence Permit through the Holidays
The Government of Ireland announced it will extend the validity of any Irish Residency Permit (IRP) cards that were valid at the start of the pandemic, March 2020, through to
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