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Canada Extends Work Permits for Quebec Foreign Workers

Canada lets some Quebec foreign workers extend employer-specific work permits by 12 months while their PR applications are process

New Zealand Expands Post-Study Work Options for Students

New Zealand plans a new short-term graduate work visa and expanded post-study work options for international students from 2026.

US Immigration Agents Accused of Using Meta AI Glasses

Use of Meta AI smart glasses by US immigration officers sparks debate over surveillance, civil liberties, and privacy rights.

Canada Immigration Settlement Services Get Strict Time Limits from April 1

Canada caps settlement services at 6 years for economic PRs 2026. Job aid, language classes end sooner.

Canada Opens PR Pathway for 33,000 Temporary Workers

Canada opens a new immigration pathway enabling up to 33,000 temporary workers to transition to permanent residency in 2026–2027.

South Korea Expands Skilled Worker Visas: New Rules Open Doors for Students

South Korea expands skilled worker visas for tech and manufacturing talent. New top-tier rules, K-Core Visa.

Canada Holds First Express Entry Draw for Senior Managers

Canada’s first Express Entry draw for senior managers invited 250 candidates with Canadian work experience and a CRS cutoff of 429

Indian Airlines Cancel 279 Flights in West Asia Crisis Shock

Indian airlines cancel 279 flights on March 8 due to the West Asia crisis. Mumbai sees 66 cuts, Air India adds 78 extras.

West Asia Conflict Threatens India–Gulf Labour Corridor

West Asia tensions slow Gulf recruitment, putting India’s labour corridor and remittance flows at risk, with concerns for workers.

Australia Doubles Post-Study Work Visa Fee to AUD 4,600

Australia doubled its post-study work visa fee to AUD 4,600. What the policy means for international students and future graduates

South Korea Immigration Strategy: Visas Open for Global Talent

South Korea immigration strategy boosts visas for talent amid labor crunch. K-Core for techs, top-tier expansions.

H-1B Visa 2027 Registration: Key Dates & Lottery Rules

H-1B visa 2027 registration opens March 4. The new weighted lottery favors higher wages. Fee: $215 guide.