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Migration to developed countries declines for second year: OECDMigration to developed countries experienced a decline of 1.6 percent in 2025 compared to 2024. Many Western nations faced backlash against...
Canada to offer 200,000 additional permanent residence spaces in 2027 to workers and select applicantsCanada has outlined how it will allocate 200,000 additional permanent residence spaces in 2027 under its temporary resident-to-permanent re...
Canada makes rural immigration programme permanent, sets aside 5,500 admission spacesCanada has made its Rural Community Immigration Pilot a permanent programme, setting aside 5,500 admission spaces under its 2027-2029 Immig...
France eases job-loss rules for foreign workers, cuts residence permit processing timeFrance has introduced significant immigration changes from October 30, 2026, giving foreign workers more time to find new jobs after unempl...
After saying deportation policy was too tough, Trump now says it's 'very strong,' rejects 'amnesty'The comments from Trump came after Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin earlier Monday also said that while he has been fielding ca...
Trump admits deportation drive may have been "too tough", offers immigration deal to DemocratsUS President Donald Trump has acknowledged that his administration's aggressive deportation policy may have gone too far, saying the crackd...
Canada introduces a single online asylum application system, revises refugee claim rulesCanada has introduced new asylum regulations from November 3, 2026, bringing a single online application process for all refugee claims, wh...
Hispanic voters helped Trump win in 2024. Now his immigration crackdown could cost him their supportHispanic voters played a significant role in the Democratic resurgence during the 2026 US midterms. Many voters expressed dissatisfaction w...
US midterms 2026: Democrats win Congress, but can they change Trump's immigration policies?The recent 2026 midterm elections have shifted the immigration debate, giving Democrats control of Congress and new leverage against Presid...
Canada launches free CRS calculator to help Express Entry candidates check new high-wage pointsCanadaVisa has released a free online calculator for Express Entry candidates to determine their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores ...
Canada plans to welcome up to 622,000 new permanent residents by 2027 under the new immigration planCanada plans to grant permanent residence to up to 622,000 people by the end of 2027 through a combination of new admissions and measures t...
Govt eases passport, visa rules for foreign nationals residing in IndiaThe Union home ministry has announced relaxed passport and visa requirements for certain foreign nationals. These amendments apply to indiv...
Centre relaxes passport, visa rules for select foreign nationals; revises Nepal, Bhutan travel normsThe Centre has announced amendments to immigration rules for several categories of foreign nationals residing in India. Pakistani citizens ...
US green card backlog crosses 15.6 lakh, with over 2.68 lakh employment-based cases pendingThe backlog of US green card applications has surged past 1.5 million, with family-based cases leading the way. Recent data reveals concern...
India-EU trade deal to ease mobility for Indian professionals, but work visas will still be requiredThe proposed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement is set to simplify temporary entry for Indian professionals. It includes provisions ...
US midterms: Trump leaves the door ajar for Democrats on immigrationAfter the midterm elections, President Trump is feeling optimistic about the possibility of both parties coming together to tackle immigrat...
US Midterm elections results: Indian-American Democrat Pramila Jayapal wins against Nirav Sheth from Washington; continues fight for immigrant rightsPramila Jayapal, the Indian-American Democrat, secures her re-election in Washington's 7th Congressional District with a commanding 87.5 pe...
How the citizenship row matters to immigrants after US Supreme Court rejects Trump’s 20,000-ballot pleaThe Supreme Court has turned down an urgent request from the Trump administration to halt California's process of counting over 20,000 mail...
US green card applications face new tax scrutiny; unpaid dues could affect approval and US citizenshipIn a move affecting green card applications, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services has altered its stance on tax compliance. Unpaid t...
Canada’s Ontario reopens regional immigration initiative for skilled workers seeking permanent residenceOntario province has launched an exciting new phase of its Regional Economic Development through Immigration initiative. This program is de...