Program updates, policy changes, country comparisons, and practical immigration news.
The Irish government has revised its Employment Permit system to alleviate persistent skills shortages in construction, healthcare, transport and agri‑food. The changes, based on a review of the…
Switzerland’s Federal Council approved amendments to the Federal Act on Foreign Nationals and Integration on 27 May 2026, aiming to tighten workforce integration and alleviate labour shortages. The reforms target two…
The Irish Government has introduced a Temporary Protection Transition Scheme that will replace the current Temporary Protection status with a new Stamp 4 permission. The scheme is designed to…
The Express Entry pool expanded by 4,395 profiles between 26 April and 24 May 2026, and 93 percent of that net growth came from candidates scoring 501 to 600 on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). The surge is linked to…
Canadian permanent residents must spend at least 730 days in Canada within every rolling five‑year period, or risk losing their status. The rule’s application—especially the rolling‑window calculation, the limited…
On May 26 2026 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released updated processing‑time estimates for temporary residence applications. Compared with the previous update on May 20, most categories saw modest changes,…
When you arrive in Canada on a study permit, a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officer will interview you to confirm you meet the entry requirements and that…
Canada’s immigration department issued a fourth Express Entry draw in May that targeted French‑speaking candidates. The draw, held on 28 May 2026, invited 4,500 applicants with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 409 to…
Foreign residents can open bank accounts in Argentina, although the process is smoother for those who already hold a legal residence permit (DNI). The Argentine banking sector comprises…
The Global Talent route permits the partners and children of a qualified migrant to apply for a dependent visa that leads to residence and, eventually, settlement in the…