From Wednesday 22 April new EU rules have come into effect covering how GB residents can travel to the EU with their pets. People can still travel to the EU with their pets, but they are strongly encouraged to check the latest guidance.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
New Zealand: Changes to health insurance requirements for the Peak Seasonal Visa
From 19 April 2026, health insurance for the Peak Seasonal Visa (PSV) will change to make it clearer and easier for migrants and employers to meet the requirements.
The changes reflect the health insurance products that are currently available in the New Zealand market and will reduce uncertainty for people applying for, or employers supporting, a Peak Seasonal Visa (PSV) application.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
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 Pacific Access Category and Samoan Quota, Parent Category Resident Visa and Parent Boost Visitor Visa.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
US: Update on U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)’ Strengthened Screening and Vetting
Since taking office, President Trump has prioritized national security and public safety by implementing a series of executive orders and proclamations that mandate strict screening and vetting of foreign nationals seeking entry or immigration benefits.
Thursday, March 19, 2026
New Zealand: Immigration New Zealand provides clearer visa processing time information
You can now find the typical processing times for a wider range of visa categories, giving you clearer expectations about how long your visa may take to process.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Australia: Changes to Training visa (subclass 407) application requirements
The Australian Government is updating Training (subclass 407) visa application requirements to ensure the program supports genuine skills development as intended.
From 11 March 2026, in addition to other validity requirements, all new applicants for a Training visa will need to wait for the following before they can make a valid Training visa application:
- their sponsor must be approved as a temporary activities sponsor, and
- their sponsor must have an approved Training visa nomination for them, unless the sponsor is a Commonwealth agency.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
New Zealand: Upcoming changes to employment conditions for open work visa holders
On 20 April 2026, New Zealand Immigration Bureau will introduce changes to employment conditions for people with open work visas.
These changes are designed to provide clarity about what work is allowed under open work visas, helping migrants to better understand their rights and responsibilities. Clear and consistent visa conditions reduce uncertainty and support safer, fairer, and more compliant work practices for both migrants and employers.
Monday, January 19, 2026
New Zealand: 2026 opening dates for capped Working Holiday Schemes confirmed
The 2026 opening dates for capped Working Holiday Schemes (WHS) have now been confirmed.
Once each scheme opens, applications will be open until the places are filled. Once the places are filled, the scheme will close until 2027.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
President Donald J. Trump Further Restricts and Limits the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the Security of the United States
President Donald J. Trump on December 16 signed a Proclamation expanding and strengthening entry restrictions on nationals from countries with demonstrated, persistent, and severe deficiencies in screening, vetting, and information-sharing to protect the Nation from national security and public safety threats.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Australia: Global Entry program open to more Australians
Global Entry is a United States Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) program that allows faster immigration and customs clearance for eligible Australians who have been pre-approved when entering the United States.
The expanded Global Entry program commenced on 15 December 2025.
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