Oliver Mercer
Canada’s New Intra-Company Transferee Work Permit Restrictions
Canada is tightening its Intra-Company Transferee work permit rules from October 3, 2024. The changes include stricter eligibility…
Canada Open Work Permits for Start-Up Visa Applicants
Canada now offers open work permits for Start-Up Visa candidates, enhancing its appeal to innovative entrepreneurs. Eligible applicants…
How to Switch from Dependent Visa to Skilled Worker Visa
Transitioning from a Dependent Visa to a Skilled Worker Visa involves understanding current immigration policies. Start by ensuring…
Finland Increases Residency Requirement for Citizenship
Finland extends its residency requirement for citizenship from five to eight years to emphasize immigrant integration into society.…
Post-Graduation Work Permit Limitations on Community Colleges in Canada
Recent Canadian policy changes on the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) affect community colleges but exempt universities. Aimed at…
UAE Visa Suspension for Jordanians: Latest Update
The UAE's technical glitch has temporarily halted visa issuance for Jordanians, causing confusion and uncertainty among those who…
Guide to Virtual Citizenship Ceremony in Canada
Canada's virtual citizenship ceremonies, now more common than in-person due to COVID-19, require preparation. Invitations detail the date…
Changing Employee Payroll from Stem OPT to H-1B: Steps and Forms Employer Need to Know
Employers must update Form I-9 for H-1B status change and renew E-Verify if applicable. Adjust payroll to reflect…
Stem OPT to H-1B Transition: Employer Documentation and Tax Guide
To transition from STEM OPT to H-1B, the employer files Form I-129 for the H-1B visa. Once approved,…
Top 5 H-1B Cap Actions for Employers on October 1st
Review new hires' work authorization, update public access files, start filing necessary visa amendments, prepare for the upcoming…
Canada Reforms International Student Program to Tackle Backdoor Entry
Canada is reforming its International Student Program to address economic, social, and infrastructural challenges, such as housing strain…
How to Submit Biometrics for Canadian Residency
To stay in Canada, biometrics (fingerprints and photos) are required for most immigration applications, including permanent and temporary…
François Legault Challenges Canada Immigration Policy
Federal ministers and Quebec Premier François Legault clash over immigration policies, focusing on asylum seekers. Legault claims Quebec…
Canada’s Population Growth Slows for First Time Since 2020
Canada's population growth is slowing, with a quarterly rate of 0.6% as of July 2024, down from 0.8%…
2025: Key Year for Canada’s Immigration Policy Changes
The year 2025 is pivotal for Canada's immigration policy due to demographic, economic, and political factors. Canada's aging…