Thursday, January 23, 2025

Scotland - Scottish Graduate Visa proposed

A dedicated visa for international graduates from Scottish universities or colleges who want to stay in Scotland after their studies has been proposed by First Minister John Swinney.

Thursday, January 16, 2025

UK - The Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner rebrands as the Immigration Advice Authority

The Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC) has on January 16 announced its transformation to the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA), marking a significant evolution in the regulation of immigration advice services in the UK. 

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

US: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Updates Filing Procedures for Form I-140

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on January 13 announced a Federal Register notice (FRN) providing updated procedures for submitting a Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers, accompanied by a permanent labor certification, application for Schedule A designation, or national interest waiver (NIW) request.

Monday, January 06, 2025

New Zealand: Income thresholds to increase for Pacific and parent visa categories

From 30 April 2026, income and sponsorship thresholds will increase for several Pacific and family visa categories. The changes affect the P...