Canada Introduces AI-Powered Border Screening at Select Land Crossings
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) screening system at six undisclosed land ports of entry. Known as the Travel
Read More »Japan Releases Guidelines for Permanent Residency Visa Revocation Under Revised Immigration Law
On September 29, 2025, Japan’s Immigration Services Agency has issued new guidelines detailing how it will enforce a revised immigration law provision that allows for the
Read More »India Launches Digital e-Arrival Card for Foreign Travelers Starting October 1
In a major step toward modernizing its border control systems, India will replace its paper-based disembarkation form with a fully digital e-Arrival Card, effective October
Read More »UAE Launches Four New Visit Visa Categories to Boost AI, Entertainment, Events, and Cruise Tourism
On September 29, 2025, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced four new specialized visit visa categories aimed at attracting global talent in artificial intelligence,
Read More »H-1B Proclamation & Changes Special Report
In this special episode of the Immigration Nerds Podcast, we break down what President Trump’s H-1B proclamation means for employers and employees. Host Lauren Clarke
Read More »Ireland Urges Early IRP Renewal Applications Ahead of Christmas Travel
The Immigration Services Registration Office in Burgh Quay, Dublin is currently experiencing a high volume of renewal applications, resulting in extended processing times for
Read More »Switzerland Approves State-Run Digital ID System Following Referendum
On September 28, 2025, Swiss voters narrowly approved a new law establishing a government-issued digital identity system, known as the e-ID, with 50.4% voting in favor. The
Read More »USCIS Updates Guidance on Military Naturalization for Alien Veterans
On September 26, 2025, US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued updated policy guidance affecting military naturalization eligibility for non-citizen
Read More »Namibia Expands Visa on Arrival Access to 36 Additional Countries
On September 23, 2025, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security (MHAISS) updated the list of additional countries eligible for Visa on Arrival (VoA).
Read More »Qatar Revises Immigration Fees for Work Permits and Recruitment Services
On September 26, 2025, the Ministry of Labour (ML) announced a revision of fees for work permits, recruitment services and document attestation. This follows the publication,
Read More »South Africa Extends Temporary Concession for Visa Waiver and Appeal Delays
On September 23, 2025, the Department of Home Affairs issued an extension of its temporary concession granted to foreign nationals affected by delays in the processing of
Read More »Japan Withdraws “Africa Hometown” Initiative Following Public Misunderstanding
On September 25, 2025, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has officially withdrawn its recently announced “JICA Africa Hometown” initiative, following
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