The latest news on the immigration policy, and the border.
Germany is aiming to naturalize 40,000 people in 2025, backed by a simplified citizenship law and faster processing. With easier rules and rising approvals, it’s a strong opportunity for skilled immigrants and professionals planning long-term settlement in Germany.
Finland now processes first-time student residence permits in under 30 days, down from 38 days in 2023. By July 2024, 9,293 applications were submitted, mostly from Bangladesh, China, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
The UAE’s amnesty program lets expats with expired visas or undocumented status regularize their stay or exit within 14 days without penalties; illegal entrants are excluded. Families with sponsors can also adjust status without fines, with extended fingerprint center hours to assist applicants.
Australia plans to welcome 185,000 PRs in 2025, focusing on skilled workers, family reunification, and special eligibility to meet labor market needs and strengthen communities.
Australia will welcome 270,000 new international students in 2025 for higher education and vocational programs, excluding current enrollees, postgraduate research, and some English learners.
On August 26, 2024, IRCC invited 1,121 PNP candidates to apply for Canada PR in Express Entry Draw #311, with a minimum CRS score of 694.
Common reasons for U.S. visa denial include incomplete applications, incorrect information, insufficient funds, weak ties to home country, past immigration violations, unclear purpose of visit, criminal record, poor interview performance, health issues, and not meeting visa-specific requirements.
Germany has cut long-term visa processing for Indian skilled workers from nine months to two weeks to address labor shortages. In the first half of 2024, 80,000 work visas were issued, boosting skilled labor supply and supporting economic growth.
The New Zealand government has made announcements regarding modifications to the country's visa policies.</li><li>The adjustments are meant to bring New Zealand's visa application processing costs into line with reality.</li><li>The revised criteria for the visa fee.
There has been a 136% increase in ITA issuance from 2022 numbers, according to recent data. Approximately 40,052 CEC candidates were invited, which is a significant number of ITAs sent out for that category. Through the Express.