Oliver Mercer
Canadian Immigration Expels Nigerian Student Over Fake Admission Letter
Lola Akinlade, a Nigerian student, faced deportation from Canada in 2024 after discovering her 2016 University of Regina…
UAE Residency Visa Amnesty Starts September 2024
The UAE will offer a two-month residency visa amnesty program from September 1 to November 1, 2024, allowing…
Homeland Security Suspends Immigration Permits from 4 Countries
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has temporarily paused immigration permits from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela due…
US Court Upholds Work Rights for H-1B Spouses
The U.S. Court of Appeals upheld a rule allowing certain H-1B visa holders' spouses (H-4 visa) to work,…
Over 9,000 Foreign Students Used Forged Documents for Canadian Visas
Over 9,000 foreign students used forged documents for Canadian study visas, revealing a widespread issue. Most involved fake…
Canada PR: Detecting Fake Marriages for Immigration
Canada’s spousal sponsorship allows citizens and permanent residents to sponsor spouses for PR, aiming to reunite families. The…
How to Identify Immigration Scams in Canada
To avoid immigration scams in Canada, use official IRCC websites, check for "https://" security, and verify representative credentials.…
No Plans for Residential Status for Undocumented Workers in Ottawa Clarifies Minister
Ottawa has no plans for broad regularization of undocumented workers, citing public opposition despite their economic contributions. Between…
Canada Plans Temporary Residents Reduction Measures
Canada is introducing measures to reduce temporary residents, aiming to address infrastructure, housing, and social service concerns. Changes…
USCIS Announces Second H-1B Lottery Selection for FY 2025 Registrations
USCIS announced a second random selection for FY 2025 H-1B cap due to insufficient initial registrations. This second…
Canada Visas for Gaza Palestinians: Over 3,000 Granted
Canada has issued 3,008 visas to Gaza Palestinians as part of a humanitarian response, increasing the available visas…
Canadians Divided Over Record High Immigration Quotas
Canada targets 500,000 new immigrants annually by 2025 to address an aging population and labor shortages. Public opinion…
Canada’s Start-Up Visa Immigration Surges 29.4%
Canada's Start-Up Visa (SUV) program saw a 29.4% immigration increase in May 2024 due to program reforms enhancing…
Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa: What You Need to Know
Taiwan's Employment Gold Card enables digital nomads and professionals to live and work with ease. This 4-in-1 card…
Schengen Visa: ETIAS Required for Travel Starting 2025
Starting in 2025, the EU will require travelers from over 60 previously visa-exempt countries, including the U.S., to…