IMMIGRATION NEWS

Former President Donald Trump has proposed automatically granting green cards to foreign students who complete their studies at American colleges. This suggestion, made during an appearance on "The All-In Podcast," represents a significant departure from the restrictive immigration policies he…

The European Union is implementing two new systems to enhance border security and streamline travel processes. The two systems to be aware of are the Entry/Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS). The Entry/Exit System, set to launch soon, will…

President Biden is poised to unveil a comprehensive immigration policy overhaul. This move is heralded as the most significant unilateral action by a president to provide relief to unauthorized immigrants since the implementation of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.…

Illinois has enacted a law that will allow undocumented immigrants to obtain standardized driver's licenses. This move marks a departure from the state's decade-old Temporary Visitor Driver's License (TVDL) program and underlines its commitment to addressing immigration issues at a local level…

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is considering a revision to the fees associated with H-1B and L-1 visa extensions. Through a proposed rule, the agency aims to broaden the application of the 9-11 Response and Biometric Entry-Exit Fee (9-11 Biometric Fee) to encompass all extension-of-stay…

Australia's visa policies are set to undergo a major overhaul with the government implementing stringent measures to curb the practice of "visa hopping" within the migration system. Effective July 1, 2024, prospective international students will no longer be permitted to apply for a student visa…

Canada's Immigration Department has implemented new financial requirements for Kenyan nationals seeking to migrate to the country under the Express Entry program for skilled workers. Effective June 2024, prospective Kenyan immigrants will be obligated to demonstrate possession of substantial funds…

The European Union has implemented a revised fee structure for Schengen visas, effective Tuesday, June 11, 2024. This change is aimed at bolstering the efficiency and security of visa processing within the Schengen Area, a zone encompassing 27 European nations. While the standard visa fee for…

A boat carrying migrants from the Horn of Africa region capsized off the coast of Yemen on Monday, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 39 lives. The catastrophic event was confirmed by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and local authorities. The ill-fated boat, which was…

Switzerland, a nation renowned for its exceptional living standards and robust economy, faces a significant shortage of qualified workers across diverse sectors. This reality, outlined in the 2023 EURES Report, presents a unique opportunity for foreign professionals seeking work visas. The report…