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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) finalized a new public‑charge rule on July 16, 2026, restoring a broader interpretation of the “public charge” ground of inadmissibility. The regulation takes…
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Intergovernmental Monitoring and Evaluation System (IMPACS) signed a biometric information‑sharing memorandum on July 10, creating the first…
Canada’s immigration department clarified that the headline target of 380,000 permanent‑resident (PR) admissions for 2026 and 2027 does not include two “one‑time” initiatives—up to 115,000 protected persons and 33,000 in‑Canada workers—being added to the…
The immigration department Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued a new round of invitations to apply (ITAs) under the Express Entry system on 22 July 2026. This draw targeted candidates…
The latest Express Entry round, held on July 22 2026, targeted candidates with French‑language proficiency and set the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut‑off at 399, the lowest for this draw…
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 28,940 proof‑of‑citizenship certificates between January 1 and May 31 2026, but 82,020 applications were still awaiting finalization at the end of May. The backlog follows a…
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 28,940 proof of citizenship certificates between January 1 and May 31 2026, but 82,020 applications remained pending at the end of May, pushing average processing times…
Cyprus Permanent Residency (PR) allows non‑EU investors to obtain an indefinite EU residence permit by purchasing newly built real‑estate worth at least €300,000 (plus VAT). The permit covers the…
Moving to Canada often brings new financial decisions, and understanding how borrowing works can help newcomers avoid unnecessary debt and build a solid credit foundation. 1. Plan Your…
Moving to Canada often brings a steep learning curve around everyday expenses and financing. For newcomers, understanding how borrowing works, when it may be appropriate, and how to…