The Graduate visa allows international students who have completed an eligible course in the UK to stay for two years (three years for PhD graduates) to work or look for work at any skill level. However, the visa does not lead directly to settlement in the UK. Some common reasons are: 1. Non-compliance with Student Visa…
The short answer to this question is no. The slightly longer answer is that there are some very exceptional circumstances where it may be permitted but in most cases the answer will still be no. The long answer on whether you can set up a business as a Skilled Worker While here as a skilled…
Caregivers from abroad play a crucial role for Canadian families, significantly impacting the lives of children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities through their dedicated efforts. As the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot conclude later this month, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced new and…
The UK Home Secretary unveiled a series of changes to the immigration system regarding the Skilled Worker (SW) pathway on December 4, 2023. Following this, on January 17, 2024, the government tasked the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) with promptly reviewing the newly introduced Immigration Salary List (ISL) and delivering their report by February 23, 2024. The…
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has introduced a new three-month permit known as the ‘permit to practice’, aimed at enabling visiting medical professionals to practice medicine in the United Arab Emirates temporarily. This permit, which is non-renewable, permits medical practitioners to engage in temporary medical practice under supervision in licenced health facilities, albeit with certain…
A mortgage broker shared on Tiktok what it takes to buy a house worth £160k in the UK. In her video, she stated: With a 5% deposit, a single person will need £8k or a couple £4k each. The mortgage loan will be £152k and you need a yearly income of approximately £38k as a…
The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) programme supports high-calibre foreign students who seek to study at master’s or PhD level in Ireland.The programme is funded by the Government of Ireland in partnership with Irish higher education institutions and managed by the Higher Education Authority. Under the scheme, 60 scholarships are offered each year…
The UK government has released a statement of change in immigration rules. The following changes concern care workers and senior care workers on the skilled worker route as stated in the explanatory memorandom: “5.12 As announced by the Home Secretary on 4 December 2023 , changes are being made to tighten the Health and Care…
Prospective master’s students from certain countries are eligible to seek a scholarship opportunity at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. As stated in a post on the institution’s website, this scholarship is open to individuals from low and middle-income countries. The school has outlined countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Zambia, and…
Are you considering relocating to a new country? Whether it’s for work, study, or simply a change of scenery, moving to a different country can be an exciting and life-changing experience. However, amidst the flurry of preparations and adjustments, one important aspect that often gets overlooked is the ability to drive. Learning to drive in…
