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The Immigration Department has announced a new, easier way to collect passports.
The new system eliminates the need for applicants to schedule appointments for passport pickup. Instead, once an application has been processed and the passport printed, applicants will receive a notification and can…
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The Kenyan passport has become a source of frustration for many citizens due to significant processing delays.
The digitalization of procedures has necessitated online applications and scheduled appointments for biometric data collection at the government facility. While this has eliminated long…
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Germany has ushered in a new era of citizenship with a groundbreaking law that took effect on June 27, 2024.
This legislation marks a significant shift in the country's approach to naturalization, offering a more accessible and streamlined path to German citizenship for foreign nationals. At the…
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The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued a notice to all applicants informing them that outdated versions of immigration forms, many of which were revised on April 1, 2024, will no longer be accepted.
This announcement arrives just a month after the conclusion of a grace…
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On July 1, a large traditional fishing boat carrying 170 people capsized off the coast of Mauritania killing 89 migrants with many more still unaccounted for.
Among those rescued was a five-year-old girl. Mauritania, located in West Africa, has become a crucial transit point for migrants attempting…
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The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is preparing to commemorate Independence Day 2024 with a series of naturalization ceremonies across the nation.
From June 28 to July 5, approximately 11,000 individuals will be welcomed as new US citizens. The initiative underscores the…
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Canada has eased its employment authorization rules for individuals holding US H-1B visas
This new policy allows H-1B holders and their immediate family members to work in Canada for up to three years and is part of a broader strategy to attract highly skilled professionals and enhance Canada-US…
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Germany has embarked on a new chapter in its immigration policy with a series of significant reforms to its citizenship laws.
Implemented on June 27, 2024, these changes aim to expedite the naturalization process, strengthen integration efforts, and acknowledge the valuable contributions of long-…
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The Australian High Commission in Nairobi has closed its doors in response to widespread demonstrations gripping Kenya.
Kenyan citizens have taken to the streets to voice their disapproval of the government's handling of the Finance Bill, 2024. Despite its withdrawal, frustrations remain high and…
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The Chancenkarte, or Opportunity Card, presents a novel pathway for international professionals to relocate to Germany and pursue employment in their areas of expertise.
This initiative streamlines the process of entering Germany and seeking suitable work within a one-year timeframe. Previously,…