IMMIGRATION NEWS

The Kenyan government has achieved a major milestone in clearing a backlog of 700,000 passport applications. This accomplishment marks the culmination of a focused effort by the Immigration Department as announced by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki on May 6th. The final batch of 45,000…

If you participated in last year’s US green card lottery (DV-2025), you can now check if you are one of the lucky winners. Results of DV-2025 are now available online at the Electronic Diversity Visa website run by the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs. Results became available on…

The Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery, also known as the Green Card Lottery, offers a chance for individuals from countries with historically low immigration rates to obtain permanent residency in the United States. The program is highly competitive with an annual allocation of up to 50,000 visas.…

Results of the DV-2025 Diversity Visa program will be available online starting tomorrow, Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 12pm EDT. The entry period for DV-2025 was between October 4, 2023 and November 7, 2023. The Diversity Visa program, popularly known as the Green Card Lottery, is run by the US State…

In an insightful commentary, Nigerian content creator Afasi sheds light on the challenges faced by Africans residing abroad, particularly concerning the preservation of their cultural heritage, mental well-being, and sense of belonging. Her observations resonate with the experiences of many within…

As the eagerly anticipated Diversity Visa (DV) lottery results approach, it is crucial for applicants to be well-informed about the process and exercise caution regarding specific aspects of their applications. The DV lottery presents an opportunity for individuals to obtain a Green Card granting…

The Kenyan Immigration Department has resumed normal operations for passport issuance after successfully resolving a period of downtime in its application and collection systems. In a statement released on Thursday, the department thanked applicants for their patience and understanding during the…

Securing a visa can feel like an intricate puzzle, and encountering a rejection can be discouraging. However, this decision ultimately lies with the consular officer who meticulously evaluates your application against the requirements set by US law. Their assessment hinges on the information you…

The Kenyan Immigration Department has been grappling with several challenges that have disrupted its passport application and collection services. In a statement released on Tuesday, the Directorate of Immigration Services clarified the root causes of these delays. One of the primary culprits…

For those dreaming of calling Canada home, an important update concerning permanent residence application fees is on the horizon. Effective April 30, 2024, the Government of Canada will implement a fee adjustment across various immigration programs to reflect the growing costs associated with…