Italy Ends Travel Ban for Southern African Countries
The Government of Italy has ended the travel ban that was imposed in late November against southern African countries, South Africa, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, Lesotho,
Read More »Netherlands Lists South Africa as a High-Risk Zone
The Government of the Netherlands reclassified South Africa as a very high-risk zone, without a variant of concern. The change went into effect on January 16, 2022. What to
Read More »France Announces New Restrictions for All Travelers
The Government of France announced new restrictions for citizens, residents, and foreign nationals. Highlights Travelers over the age of 12 must present a negative PCR or
Read More »Sweden Ends Pre-Entry Testing Requirements
The Government of Sweden has lifted the pre-entry testing requirement that was in place for all travelers regardless of vaccination status and country of origin. The change
Read More »Bulgaria Extends Travel Restrictions through End of March
The Government of Bulgaria continues to apply a color-coded system, varying entry rules and requirements based on category. Bulgaria has extended the current entry
Read More »Remembering Jerry Erickson, EIG’s Founder
With great sadness, we share the passing of Jerry Erickson, Erickson Immigration Group’s founder. More than 30 years ago, Jerry founded Erickson Immigration Group with
Read More »Canada Expands Vaccination Requirements
The Government of Canada introduced expanded vaccination requirements to go into effect on January 15 through January 31, with the possibility of an extension. What to Expect
Read More »Previewing the FY23 H-1B Cap Season
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will commence the H-1B cap lottery for FY2023 this March. The H-1B cap lottery is used to fulfill the quota of 85,000 new
Read More »US Embassy In India Stops In-Person Appointments for Students
The US Embassy in India will suspend in-person appointments for students from January 15 through the end of the month. The change was announced via tweet. The embassy will
Read More »Italy Announces Non-EU Work Permit Quota for 2022
The Government of Italy has announced it will grant up to 69,700 work permits to non-European Workers for 2022. The work permits will be for seasonal and non-seasonal
Read More »The Immigration Nerds Talk About COVID Rules, Tennis, and the Court of Public Opinion in Australia
In this week’s Immigration Nerds podcast, we talk about the rapidly evolving visa saga between tennis star Novak Djokovic and Australia in advance of the Australian
Read More »Germany Lowers EU Blue Card Salary Requirements for 2022
The Government of Germany announced that from January 1, 2022, the minimum annual gross salary requirement for a German EU Blue Card has dropped by 0.7 percent. Key Changes
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