Oliver Mercer
Essential Visa Regulations for US, UK, Australia, Canada Students
Starting January 2024, new visa regulations affect international students in the UK, Canada, Australia, and the US. Key…
Visa-Free Scheme for Turks Causes Long Lines at Lesvos
The visa-free scheme for Turkish nationals, starting April 2024, allows them to visit ten Greek islands visa-on-arrival for…
Rising Schengen Visa Rejections: Key Trends Explained
Schengen visa rejections have risen from 5% in 2014 to 17.5% in 2022. Factors include tightened migration policies,…
Net Migration: Record Number of Kiwis Move to Australia in 2024
New Zealand is experiencing a significant outflow of citizens to Australia, with record departures in 2024 driven by…
Maintaining PGWP Eligibility During Study Breaks in Canada
International students in Canada can maintain Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility by staying full-time, except for scheduled breaks,…
Kuwait Visa Rules: Transfer from Government to Private Sector Jobs
Kuwait introduced new visa rules on July 14, 2024, allowing domestic and government workers to transfer to private…
Prevailing Wage Determination Processing Times July 2024
As of July 1, 2024, the OFLC details prevailing wage determination processing times: CW-1 (April 2024), H-1B (Non-OEWS…
Australia Extends Job Change Grace Period
Starting July 1, 2024, Australia's grace period for job transitions on skilled visas extends from 60 to 180…
Canada Sued Over Migrant Detentions in Criminal Facilities
Canada is being sued for detaining migrants alongside criminal suspects, causing severe rights violations and traumatic experiences. A…
Millions Entering US Without Biometric Screening Amid Security Concerns
From 2020 to 2023, the U.S. State Department issued over 7.1 million nonimmigrant visas without mandatory biometric screening…
New Rules for British Tourists at Lanzarote Airport
Lanzarote police have enforced stricter passport stamping for British tourists due to Brexit, ensuring compliance with Schengen Area…
What is Porn Passport? Digital Wallet Beta Explained
The "Porn Passport," or Digital Wallet Beta, is a Spanish government initiative to prevent minors from accessing online…
Labour Backtracks on Scottish Visa Plan Post-Brexit
Labour faced criticism for backtracking on a post-Brexit "Scottish visa" to address workforce shortages. While Scottish Labour leader…
Trump vs Biden: 2024 Immigration Policies Compared
In the 2024 election, Biden’s immigration policies focus on expanding legal pathways, humanitarian aid, and efficiency. Trump seeks…
Canada vs. America: Immigration Threat Analysis
Canada and the U.S. have different immigration impacts due to distinct policies. Canada's high targets strain housing and…