Skill Shortage List 2025 New Zealand : Fast-Track Visas
New Zealand’s 2025 Skill Shortage List Unlocks Fast-Track Visas for Global Talent Healthcare, tech, education, and agriculture workers are among the top priorities for residency and work visas New Zealand is opening its doors wider than ever before to skilled professionals from around the world. From April 2025, the government has expanded its Scarce Skill […]
NT DAMA Unveils Australia I to Attract Skilled Workers (2025–2030)
Australia Launches New NT DAMA III Program to Attract Skilled Workers (2025–2030) In a major update for skilled migration, the Australian Government has introduced a new version of its Northern Territory Designated Area Migration Agreement – known as NT DAMA III. The program officially began in March 2025, and will remain in effect until June […]
Global UGRAD Pakistan Program Ends After 15 Years
Global UGRAD Exchange Program for Pakistan Comes to an End After 15 Remarkable Years After 15 years of life-changing opportunities, the Global Undergraduate Exchange Program for Pakistan, known as Global UGRAD, has officially ended. The U.S. Department of State has informed the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) that the program will no longer […]
Sweden Migration Services Resume in Islamabad April 9
Sweden Resumes Migration Services at Islamabad Embassy from April 9 In a welcome development for applicants seeking entry into Sweden, the Swedish Embassy in Islamabad has announced the resumption of certain migration services starting April 9. Individuals who have applied for residence permits to work, study, or join family members in Sweden will once again […]
CRS Job Offer Points Removed
Express Entry Update: No CRS Points for Job Offers from March 25, 2025 As of March 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made a significant change to its Express Entry immigration system: Candidates will no longer receive additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for having a valid job offer. What Changed? Previously, […]
FNQ DAMA: 51 Jobs Added
Big Update for FNQ DAMA: 51 New Jobs Added! Starting March 22, 2025, the Far North Queensland Designated Area Migration Agreement (FNQ DAMA) is expanding! A total of 51 new occupations have been added, bringing the total number of eligible jobs to 226. The agreement has also been extended by two years, now running until […]
Express Entry: 8,036 Candidates Invited
Canada Express Entry: 8,036 Invitations Sent in Latest Draws Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held two Express Entry draws this week, issuing 8,036 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. March 21 Draw – French Language Proficiency ITAs Issued: 7,500 Minimum CRS Score: 379 Tie-breaking Date: March 6, 2025 This marks another major […]
IRCC Processing Times – March 2025
Latest IRCC Processing Times – March 2025 Update The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its latest processing times for March 2025. If you’re applying for a visa, permanent residency, or citizenship, knowing these timelines can help you plan better. Since 2021, Immigration News Canada (INC) has been closely monitoring IRCC’s processing times, […]
US State Department Refutes Travel Ban List Reports
US State Department Denies Reports of Travel Ban List The US State Department Denies Report of Travel Ban List which has rejected reports claiming that the government is preparing a list to impose new visa restrictions on several countries. At a recent press briefing, State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce clarified that no such list exists […]
Canada’s Latest PGWP Update: Key Guidelines for International Students
Canada’s Latest PGWP Update: Guidelines for International Students IRCC Clears Up Confusion Over Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Eligibility Recently, international students in Canada were worried about the uncertainty raised by the amalgam of news. It started when Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made unexpected changes to its Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility rules. Many […]