Australia announced on Monday its intention to tighten visa regulations for international students and low-skilled workers, potentially reducing its migrant intake by half over the next two years. The government aims to revamp what it perceives as a “broken” migration system. The proposed changes involve higher English test scores for international students and increased scrutiny…
Canada stands out as a preferred destination for global students due to its esteemed educational institutions, inclusive and diverse society, and the potential for post-graduation work or permanent immigration. While international students have positively impacted campuses and innovation in the country, they have faced challenges like securing adequate housing during their studies in Canada. The…
The UK government has unveiled a fresh strategy to reduce immigration, outlining a five-point plan. This initiative involves prohibiting care workers from relocating with their families and increasing the minimum salary required for a skilled worker visa. James Cleverly, who assumed the role of home secretary three weeks ago, has faced mounting pressure to demonstrate…
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is under increasing political pressure to reduce the country’s dependence on foreign workers, following a record net immigration of 745,000 last year, despite years of Conservative promises to lower these numbers. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed on Thursday that the net immigration figure for 2022 was 139,000 higher…
Rishi Sunak is gearing up for a fresh set of measures aimed at tightening immigration controls, anticipating renewed concern within the Conservative party over the all-time high numbers of migrants. In the face of mounting pressure for the prime minister to address illegal arrivals, official figures set to be released on Thursday are expected to…
Earlier this year, we informed you about the government’s plans to raise visa and nationality fees, which came into effect on October 4, 2023. These fee hikes included application fees, except for a significant increase in the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS), which was anticipated to be implemented ‘later in the autumn.’ Recently, more details about…
Nursing leaders are calling on the government to scrap plans to raise the fees associated with health and care visas. They have expressed concerns that such an increase could deter healthcare professionals from considering the UK as an appealing destination for employment. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has sent a letter to the Home…
The UK government’s migration advisers have recommended the elimination of a key pathway for employers to recruit overseas workers in industries struggling with severe staff shortages. The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC), responsible for reviewing the “shortage occupation list” (SOL), which relaxes visa conditions, stated that the current system could lead to lower wages and exploitation…
