USCIS Releases Fact Sheet on Processing Time Progress
USCIS published a new fact sheet on its progress in reducing processing times across different forms. Some notable median processing time improvements include: 3.6 months
Read More »Change in Stamp 4 Eligibility Criteria
The government of Ireland has reverted to the original stamp 4 eligibility process – foreign national employees residing in the State on a Stamp 1 are eligible for a
Read More »Changes in Irish Resident Permit Registration and Renewals
With effect from April 8, 2024, the first-time registration of Irish residence permissions for customers based in Meath, Kildare, and Wicklow will be carried out at the
Read More »New Zealand’s New Pathway for Secondary Teachers
From May 2024, secondary school teachers in New Zealand move to the Straight to Residence pathway on the Green List of in-demand roles. This move helps fill the likely
Read More »New Zealand’s New Immigraton Law Infringement Penalties
Effective April 11, 2024, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) will be able to issue infringement notices to employers with the aim of addressing lower-level immigration
Read More »Canada’s Permanent Resident Fees to Increase
The Canadian government has given notice that fees for permanent residence will increase on April 30, 2024. The increase is in line with the cumulative percentage increase in
Read More »Canada Updates Rule Changes for Certain International Students
In January 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that, effective September 1, 2024, international students who begin a study program that is
Read More »Details of Japan’s New Nomad Visa
Japan’s new Nomad Visa, is in effect from March 29, 2024. The visa is valid for 6 months and non-renewable. Eligibility To be eligible to participate in the new visa
Read More »USCIS Announces Temporary Final Rule Automatically Extending Certain EADs Pending Renewal
USCIS announced a temporary final rule (TFR) that amends existing Department of Homeland Security regulations to provide that the automatic extension period applicable to
Read More »USCIS Updates Policy Manual Extending the Validity of Form I-693 Indefinitely
On April 4, 2024, USCIS issued policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual stating that immigration medical examinations properly completed and signed by a civil surgeon on or
Read More »New Obstacles for F-1 Visa Athletes
Could the rights of college athletes to monetize their personal brand, which consists of their name, image, and likeness potentially upend the F-1 visa class? Host Lauren
Read More »Japan Issues eVisas for Indian Tourists
Indian nationals visiting Japan for tourism will no longer need to obtain a physical visa sticker on their passport from April 1. Through the Japanese eVisa program,
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