Croatia has joined the Schengen Zone.
Croatia will enter the Schengen Zone on January 1, 2023, after being in the works for several years and ultimately ratified on December 9, 2022. Travelers visiting Croatia could previously visit the country if they possessed a Schengen visa (as long as it was dual- or multiple-entry), but they couldn’t get one from a Croatian […]
The United States will issue more H-2B visas in 2023.
The H-2B visa program for low-skilled foreign employees will ensure that businesses in the United States can anticipate and plan for seasonal employment increases in the fiscal year 2023. The US Departments of Homeland Security and Labor will issue the first temporary final rule of its kind, increasing the number of eligible H-2B visas for […]
Can International students in Uk apply for skilled worker visas?
Previously, for students to apply for a job, they had to at least have a degree-level qualification. But now this condition has been removed by the home office. Interested students can secure an employer offer and immediately shift from the student route to a Skilled work visa, without needing to complete the degree. What is […]
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On November 16, 2022, Canada will switch from the NOC System to the TEER System.
Yes, you read that right. On November 16, 2022, Canada will switch from the NOC system to the TEER system. What does this mean for you? The IRCC is preparing to implement the 2021 National Occupational Classification (NOC). This means that the current NOC 2016 skill type and skill level structures (NOC 0, A, B, […]
This year’s most major modification to Canada Immigration 2022-23
Keeping in mind the present stagnation in immigration terms and regulations released by the Canada immigration cell, the IRCC will soon announce the immigration level plan for 2023–2025. This proactive step will reduce processing time. Canada will soon release its revised immigration level plan for 2023–2025. It is predicted that the population will rise to […]
Canada cuts work restriction for overseas students to ease address labor shortages
International students studying in Canada are now permitted to work more hours off campus, according to the country’s immigration minister, as the country continues to experience labor shortages. Sean Fraser, speaking at a press conference in Ottawa on Friday, stated that beginning Nov. 15, a former restriction of 20 hours per week for qualified students […]
According to the national statistical office of Canada, 997,000 jobs will be available in Canada in the second quarter of 2022.
According to the most recent Statistics Canada report, “Employers in Canada across all sectors were actively seeking to fill 1 million (997,000) vacant positions in the second quarter, the highest quarterly number on record.” In the second quarter of 2022, jobs in Canada increased by 4.7% (+45,000) over the first quarter. 42.3% (+296,500) from 2021 […]
New Zealand reopens its borders and begins issuing visas to foreign visitors.
Finally, the government of New Zealand has chosen to open its borders to foreign tourists. Many in the foreign education industry are relieved, as they prepare for a rough few years ahead. International students and visitors, including those from non-visa waiver nations, will be permitted to enter with the reopening of borders. Prime Minister Jacinda […]
Priority Migration Skilled Occupations List
The PMSOL contains 44 occupations that will help Australia’s economy recover after COVID-19. The list is based on the National Skills Commission’s expert advice and consultation with Commonwealth agencies. Employer-sponsored nominations and visa applications for PMSOL-listed professions will be prioritized. Most other skilled occupation listings will remain available, but PMSOL vocations will be prioritized. The […]