Third Express Entry Draw Feb 2026: 279 ITAs Issued Under PNP

Third Express Entry Draw of February 2026 Issues 279 ITAs Under PNP February 17, 2026 – Asif Consulting reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the third Express Entry draw of February on February 16, 2026, issuing 279 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. This round targeted candidates under the Provincial Nominee […]
Australia 2026: New Subclass 482 SID Visa Explained

Australia 2026: What the New Subclass 482 (SID) Visa Means for Employers By Asif Consulting Australia’s skilled migration system has entered a new phase in 2026. While the Subclass 482 visa remains the primary employer-sponsored work visa, it now operates under the modern Skills in Demand (SID) framework. The changes are not cosmetic; they reshape […]
Canada 2026 RCIP: Occupations List for 9 Communities

Canada Releases 2026 Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) Occupations Across 9 Communities By Asif Consulting | Canada Immigration News | February 2026 Canada has officially released updated details for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) 2026, with 9 out of 14 participating communities publishing their priority occupations, intake schedules, and employer requirements. The RCIP is […]
Positive VETASSESS Skill Assessment for | Asif Consulting

🌟 Another VETASSESS Skill Assessment Success Story We are proud to announce another outstanding success story at Asif Consulting, where our valued client has successfully received a Positive VETASSESS Migration Skills Assessment in the occupation of Civil Engineering Draftsperson (ANZSCO 312211) 🇦🇺. Navigating the Australian migration pathway can be complex, but with expert guidance, accurate […]
Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa Success Story

🎊 Another Major Milestone – Australian Subclass 190 ITA Received! We are excited to share another remarkable success story at Asif Consulting, where one of our valued clients has successfully received an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for the Australian Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa in the occupation of Nutritionist 🇦🇺✨. Receiving an ITA under Subclass […]
IEC 2026 Working Holiday Canada: What You Need to Know

IEC 2026 Working Holiday Canada Yes, Canada opened the IEC 2026 Working Holiday Canada season early, and they already sent 10,000+ Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the first round. Total Working Holiday spots this year are around 42,000+, so more draws will happen. What’s really going on? Asif Consulting What is this visa exactly? The […]
Canada LMIA-Exempt Work Permits 2026: Important Update

Major Changes Coming to Canada LMIA-Exempt Work Permits 2026 Canada is preparing for several important changes to Canada LMIA-Exempt Work Permits 2026. These permits are issued under the International Mobility Program (IMP) and do not require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Below is a clear breakdown of what foreign workers and international students should […]
Canada PNP Express Entry Draw 2026: Huge PNP Update, CRS Cutoff Hits 746

681 ITAs issued with CRS Cutoff of 746 On January 20, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-only Canada PNP Express Entry Draw 2026 issuing 681 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. This draw once again highlights a key trend for early 2026: provincial nominations are one of the […]
First Express Entry Draw 2026: 574 PNP Invitations Issued

First Express Entry Draw of 2026 Issues 574 Invitations Under PNP Canada has officially started 2026 with its first Express Entry draw, and it was a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)–focused round. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 574 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence, highlighting once again how powerful a provincial nomination can […]
Compute Network and System Engineer ACS Assessment Approved

Success Story – ACS Positive Assessment (Compute Network and System Engineer) Asif Consulting is delighted to share another success story: our client has achieved a positive ACS assessment in the occupation of Compute Network and System Engineer. With the goal of skilled migration to Australia, the client approached Asif Consulting for professional guidance. Our experienced […]