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Canada: 18 Month Extension of Post-Graduation Work Permits

Key Points  Canada will extend the period of stay granted to recent international graduates holding a post-graduate work permit beginning 6 April 2023   Overview   The government of Canada announced that international graduates who possess a post-graduation work permit (PGWP) that has recently expired or is due to expire soon will be eligible for an extension […]

United Kingdom: Minimum Salary Threshold Requirements for Certain Sponsored Immigration Routes

United Kingdom: Minimum Salary Threshold Requirements for Certain Sponsored Immigration Routes

Key Points   The United Kingdom will increase the minimum salary requirements for foreign nationals applying under certain sponsored immigration routes beginning 12 April 2023   Overview   On 12 April 2023, the government of the United Kingdom (UK) will increase the salary threshold requirement for foreign nationals applying under specific sponsored work routes. As a result, the […]

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Brazil: Reopening of Several Worldwide Embassy Offices

Key Points  Brazil will reopen its embassy offices in Iran, Saudi Arabia and Venezuela   Overview   The government of Brazil will reopen embassy offices in several countries across the globe. These countries include:  Iran;   Saudi Arabia; and   Venezuela   The reopening will mark the return to normal functioning of diplomatic representation and services, including consular visa services.     […]

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Mexico: Additional Information on Entry Requirements for Foreign Nationals

Key Points   Mexico published information on common questions and requirement documents for foreign nationals seeking entry into the country  Overview   The government of Mexico published information on entry requirements into the country. The information is available in 20 different languages and provides insights into questions and documents that may be requested of a foreign national […]

Russia vaccine requirements

Russia: New Vaccination Requirements for Foreign National Employees

Key Points   Russia introduced new vaccination requirements for foreign nationals currently working or applying for a work permit in the country  Overview  The government of Russia introduced new vaccination requirements for foreign national employees. Under these new requirements, foreign nationals and their employers must submit proof of vaccination against measles prior to 31 December 2023. […]

USCIS extends TFR on interpreters at asylum interviews

USCIS Extends Rule on Interpreters at Certain Asylum Interviews

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has extended a temporary final rule (TFR) mandating the use of a USCIS interpreter at certain asylum interviews.   Overview   The TFR is extended through Sept. 12, 2023. While the rule remains in effect, applicants must use a USCIS interpreter. Collectively, USCIS interpreters speak 47 languages. Applicants who cannot find […]

USCIS issues policy guidance on employers' ability to pay

USCIS Clarifies how it Analyzes Employers’ Ability to Pay Wages

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated the USCIS Policy Manual with new guidance on how it analyzes an employer’s ability to pay wages for certain immigrant beneficiaries.   Overview  The updated guidance applies to employers who are paying wages for first, second and third-preference employment-based categories. It indicates that USCIS reviews all evidence on […]