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President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the changes to the visa requirements and revealed that South Africa now grants visa-free entry to Nigeria, placing it among the eligible countries. This change is part of more than one kind of cooperation in the relations between South Africa and Nigeria. On December 3rd, 2024, Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser […]
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Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a fee increase for several categories of temporary resident applications. The new fees, which range from 2.80% to 4.69%, will impact individuals applying to restore their temporary resident status, seek temporary resident permits (TRPs), or apply for re-entry after inadmissibility. Details of the Canada Temporary Resident Applications
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The New Zealand government has introduced new policies to attract and retain skilled workers by giving their partners the ability to work without restrictions. Starting today, the partners of migrants holding the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) in higher-skilled roles will be eligible for open work rights, making it easier for families to settle in
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What is a TN Visa? It is a temporary visa that allows citizens of Canada and Mexico to work in the United States in certain professional fields. This visa, introduced under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and now part of the USMCA, is available to individuals who meet specific qualifications for jobs listed
TN Visa for Canadians and Mexicans: A Simple Guide to Work in the U.S. Read More »
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the 10 most common immigration documents you may need for a marriage-based green card application, and provide tips on how to obtain them. We’ll also discuss what to do if you can’t get official copies of some documents. Many of these same documents are required for family-based green
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Since you hold a green card, traveling out of the United States isn’t prohibited, however, there are a few aspects that you must consider once you plan to travel. To be a permanent resident, there are special provisions concerning travel outside the country with a view to maintaining one’s status. In this guide, you will
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If you are planning to apply for U.S. citizenship, one of the requirements is the naturalization interview. In this part, a USCIS interviewer will test your knowledge about the United States using the information provided in your Application for Naturalization (Form N-400). Such questions aid in the validation of the information you input, as well
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If you’re a U.S. company looking to hire foreign-born architects, there are several visa options available, including the H-1B, TN, E-3, and O-1 visas. However, before applying, employers must ensure that candidates meet the specific qualifications required for their chosen visa. This guide breaks down the work visa options and steps involved in hiring foreign
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When applying to immigrate to the U.S., you will typically be required to undergo a medical examination as part of the process. The specific requirements for the medical exam may vary depending on your country, so it’s important to check with your local U.S. embassy or consulate for detailed information. However, one common requirement across
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Derivative citizenship: Children automatically become US citizens when either parent becomes a U.S. citizen. This usually happens for children under 18 who automatically become US citizens as their parents naturalize. Derivative citizenship occurs automatically — it isn’t earned by any effort on your part — it’s just the way it happens. In this article, we’ll
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