MATES Visa Ballot Selection Announced – Key Deadline and Eligibility Details
MATES Visa Ballot Selection Announced – Key Deadline and Eligibility Details If you have been randomly selected in the MATES visa ballot, you should have received a Notification of Selection letter dated 11 February 2025. This is an exciting opportunity, but you must act fast! Application Deadline: 13 March 2025 AEDT To secure your MATES […]
U.S Waives Visa Interviews for Eligible Applicants
Great News! The U.S Waives Visa Interviews for Some Applicants The United States has implemented a significant alteration to its visa process! The US Department of State has recently announced that some applicants for U.S Waives Visa will no longer be required to visit an in-person interview for their visas. This applies to non-immigrant visa […]
Canada Invites French-Speakers for PR via Express Entry Draw
Canada Invites French-Speaking Applicants for Permanent Residency Under Express Entry Draw Canada again opened its doors for skilled immigrants via its Express Entry program. The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited 6,500 applicants with French language skills to apply for permanent residency (PR) on February 19, 2025. This is the first such draw in […]
Express Entry Draw 336: 646 Invited for Canadian PR
Express Entry Draw 336: 646 Candidates Invited for Canadian PR The most recent Express Entry draw (#336) was held on February 17, 2025, targeting applicants who were nominated under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Invitations were given to a total of 646 candidates invited for Canadian PR individuals to apply for permanent residency in Canada. […]
Easier Immigration for Overseas Nurses & Midwives in Australia
Simpler Immigration Channels for Overseas Nurses and Midwives: Australia Good news for midwives and nurses wishing to practice in Australia! From April 2025, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Board (NMBA) will introduce two simplified pathways to make immigration more straightforward and efficient for overseas health practitioners. These new paths are for registered nurses and […]
UK Opens 3,000 Young Professionals Visas – Apply from Feb 18, 2025
Big Opportunity! UK Opens 3,000 Young Professionals Visas – Ballot Starts on Feb 18, 2025 The UK is providing a thrilling opportunity for young professionals to live, work, and study in the UK! The Young Professionals Scheme (YPS) 2025 will commence its ballot on February 18, 2025, providing 3,000 lucky people with the opportunity to […]
NZ Allows Short-Term Work on Visitor Visas
New Zealand Now Permits Short-Term Employment on Visitor Visas New Zealand has facilitated the ability of international visitors to be employed in the country legally for a maximum of three months under short-term Work visa categories. This policy is excellent news for professionals, performers, journalists, and other high-skilled workers who wish to work during their […]
Germany’s New Digital Visa: 400,000 Skilled Workers Welcome!
Germany Welcomes 400,000 Skilled Employees with a New Digital Visa Scheme! Germany has streamlined it more than ever before for qualified workers, students, and apprentices to get visas! The whole process is now online, eliminating paperwork and cutting down lengthy waiting times thanks to a new digital visa system. This huge overhaul comes as Germany […]
Canada Immigration Policy: Ongoing Controversy and Debates
The Continuing Controversy in Canadian Immigration Policy The Canada immigration system is witnessing a fundamental overhaul, pitting the provincial governments against the federal government in disagreements. Among the most contentious is the compromise between taking refugees and handling the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): The PNP permits provinces and territories to choose […]
Subclass 485 Visa Charges Update from Feb 2025
Australia: Charges for Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485 From February 2025 The fee of the Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) has increased, effective February 1, 2025. If you plan to apply for this visa, here’s what you need to know. New Visa Fees for Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) The application fee for a Temporary […]