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02 Apr 2024
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Canada increases immigration processing fees from 30th April’24.

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The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has declared that, as of April 30, 2024, all applications for permanent residency in Canada will cost higher immigration fees.

Since 2020, the IRCC has raised immigration costs every two years; the current price hike is larger than the one from 2022.

The fees increased by a relatively small amount, to approximately 3%, in April 2022. The new rates, which take effect on April 30, 2024, are almost 12–13% higher.

The new rate is based on the Consumer Price Index’s cumulative percentage rise over the two preceding years (2022 and 2023), as reported by Statistics Canada, and is rounded to the closest five dollars.

All applicants for permanent residence are exempt from paying the Right of Permanent Residence Fee, with the exception of dependent children and protected individuals.

Under certain circumstances, principal applicants in the categories of “humanitarian and compassionate” and “public policy” are exempt from paying the Right of Permanent Residence Fee.

Family members cannot apply for permanent residency on behalf of the “Permit Holder” class. Those falling under this category are required to apply on their own as principal applicants.

New Canada Immigration Charges Effective from April 30, 2024

ProgramApplicantsNew fees (April 2024–March 2026)Current fees (April 2022– March 2024)Previous Raise (2020-2022)
Right of Permanent Residence Feeprincipal applicant and accompanying spouse or common-law partner$575$515$500
Express Entry Federal Skilled Workers, Provincial Nominee Program, Quebec Skilled Workers, Atlantic Immigration Class and most economic pilots (Rural, Agri-Food)Principal applicant$950$850$825
Accompanying spouse or common-law partner$950$850$825
Accompanying dependent child$260$230$225
Live-in Caregiver Program and caregivers pilots (Home Child Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot)Principal applicant$635$570$550
Accompanying spouse or common-law partner$635$570$550
Accompanying dependent child$175$155$150
Business (federal and Quebec)Principal applicant$1,810$1,625$1,575
Accompanying spouse or common-law partner$950$850$825
Accompanying dependent child$260$230$225
Family reunification (spouses, partners and children; parents and grandparents; and other relatives)Sponsorship fee$85$75$75
Sponsored principal applicant$545$490$475
Sponsored child (principal applicant under 22 years old and not a spouse/partner) $85$75$75
Accompanying spouse or common-law partner$635$570$550
Accompanying dependent child $175$155$150
Protected personsPrincipal applicant $635$570$550
Accompanying spouse or common-law partner $635$570$550
Accompanying dependent child $175$155$150
Humanitarian and compassionate considerations and Public policyPrincipal applicant $635$570$550
Accompanying spouse or common-law partner$635$570$550
Accompanying dependent child $175$155$150
Permit holdersPrincipal applicant $375$335$325
01 Apr 2024
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Australia has tightened student visa criteria: 3 things you should know

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In response to increased migration, Australia has tightened its visa requirements for foreign students. The new tougher rules are a part of the attempts to control the inflow of foreign students.

These are the Three key adjustments you need to be aware of.


1. Language proficiency:

There is now a higher language fluency criterion in English for graduate and student visas. The IELTS score requirement for candidates seeking a temporary graduate visa has increased from 6.0 to 6.5. Applicants for student visas must receive a minimum score of 6.0.

2. Requirements for financial proof:
Additionally, candidates seeking student visas now have to meet higher financial standards. In order to study in the nation, students must now prove they have savings of at least $24,505, a requirement that has increased from prior levels by 17%.

3. Crackdown on institutes:

In accordance with the new regulations, if education providers consistently violate the law, they may be prohibited by the Australian government from accepting new international students.

20 Mar 2024
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Canada announced changes in eligibility criteria for spousal open work permit

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Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) published revised eligibility rules for the Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) today.

These new requirements come into effect today, on March 19, 2024.

What are the new eligibility criteria for Canada’s Spousal Open Work Permit in 2024?
International students’ spouses or partners who want to apply for an open work permit as a spouse or common-law partner must meet the following qualifications.

Effective March 19, 2024, the spouse or common-law partner of an overseas student can now apply for an open work permit under three different circumstances.

1. If the spouse or common-law partner apply for an open work permit on or after March 19, 2024.

Starting March 19, 2024, if you are enrolled in classes for one of the professional degrees and have a valid study permit, your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible for an open work permit.

A university professional degree programme, such as a master’s or PhD programme, or one of the following in a polytechnic institution:

  • Dental Surgery Doctor (DDS, DMD)
  • Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Law (LLB, JD, BCL)
  • Medical doctor (MD)
  • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD, BS, BSc, BPharm), Doctor of Optometry (OD)
  • Veterinary medicine doctor (DVM)
  • Nursing Bachelor of Science (BScN, BSN, or BNSc)
  • Education Bachelor’s Degree (B. Ed.)
  • Engineering Bachelor’s Degree (B. Eng., BE, BASc)

To establish your enrollment in a degree-granting programme of study, your spouse or common-law partner must provide one of the following documents:

  • A legitimate letter of acceptance from the educational institution of your choice (DLI).
  • A letter of verification of enrollment from your DLI
  • Transcripts for the current program
  • Proof of their relationship with the student

2. If the spouse or common-law partner apply for an open work permit before March 19, 2024

If your spouse or common-law partner applied for an open work permit before March 19, 2024.
Your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible for an open work permit if you meet the following three conditions:

  • You have a valid study permit.
  • Your current study program is eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP).
  • You attend one of the following kinds of educational institutions as a full-time student:
    • a public post-secondary school, such as a college or university, or CEGEP in Quebec
    • a private college-level school in Quebec
    • a Canadian private school that can legally award degrees under provincial law (for example, a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree)

3. If your partner or spouse wants to apply for an extension of their current open work permit,

  • You have a valid study permit.
  • Your current study program is eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP).
  • You attend one of the following kinds of educational institutions as a full-time student:
    • a public post-secondary school, such as a college or university, or CEGEP in Quebec
    • a private college-level school in Quebec
    • a Canadian private school that can legally award degrees under provincial law (for example, a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree)
12 Mar 2024
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UK New Visa rule: Banned foreign care workers from bringing family

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London: The UK government made changes to visa rules and put restrictions on foreign workers.

The UK Home Office has imposed new visa restrictions that prevent overseas care workers, particularly Indians, from bringing dependent family members to the UK. This move, which takes effect this week, intends to rectify what the Home Office describes as a “disproportionate” situation in which 120,000 dependents accompanied 100,000 workers on the care visa route last year.

These standards give a more ethical and sustainable approach,” Minister for Social Care Helen Whately stated, emphasising the importance of long-term, local solutions to social care requirements while acknowledging the role of international care workers. The measures include the creation of a national career path for carers and a new care certificate to enhance the domestic workforce.

The Home Secretary will also commission a review of the graduate route for international students today in order to prevent abuse, maintain the integrity and quality of UK higher education, and ensure that it serves the UK’s best interests.

05 Mar 2024
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Ontario has issued 2,583 PR invitations in new Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream.

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In the latest draw conducted via the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), Ontario has sent 2,583 invitations to immigrate to Canada to candidates in the Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream.

Invites were sent out for this draw to applicants in 40 occupations with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points ranging from 350 to 424.

Below are occupations list:

  1. NOC 72010 – Contractors and supervisors, machining, metal forming, shaping and erecting trades and related occupations
  2. NOC 72011 – Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations
  3. NOC 72012 – Contractors and supervisors, pipefitting trades
  4. NOC 72013 – Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades
  5. NOC 72020 – Contractors and supervisors, mechanic trades
  6. NOC 72021 – Contractors and supervisors, heavy equipment operator crews
  7. NOC 72022 – Supervisors, printing and related occupations
  8. NOC 72100 – Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors
  9. NOC 72101 – Tool and die makers
  10. NOC 72102 – Sheet metal workers
  11. NOC 72103 – Boilermakers
  12. NOC 72104 – Structural metal and platework fabricators and fitters
  13. NOC 72105 Ironworkers
  14. NOC 72106 – Welders and related machine operators
  15. NOC 72200 – Electricians (except industrial and power system)
  16. NOC 72201 – Industrial electricians
  17. NOC 72203 – Electrical power line and cable workers
  18. NOC 72204 – Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers
  19. NOC 72205 – Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians
  20. NOC 72300 – Plumbers
  21. NOC 72301 – Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers
  22. NOC 72302 – Gas fitters
  23. NOC 72310 – Carpenters
  24. NOC 72311 – Cabinetmakers
  25. NOC 72320 – Bricklayers
  26. NOC 72321 – Insulators
  27. NOC 72400 – Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics
  28. NOC 72402 – Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
  29. NOC 72403 – Railway carmen/women
  30. NOC 72404 – Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors
  31. NOC 72406 – Elevator constructors and mechanics
  32. NOC 72410 – Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers
  33. NOC 72422 – Electrical mechanics
  34. NOC 72423 – Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics
  35. NOC 72500 – Crane operators
  36. NOC 73100 – Concrete finishers
  37. NOC 73101 – Tilesetters
  38. NOC 73102 – Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers
  39. NOC 73110 – Roofers and shinglers
  40. NOC 73111 – Glaziers
  41. NOC 73113 – Floor covering installers
  42. NOC 73200 – Residential and commercial installers and servicers
  43. NOC 73201 – General building maintenance workers and building superintendents
  44. NOC 73202 – Pest controllers and fumigators
  45. NOC 73209 – Other repairers and servicers
  46. NOC 73400 – Heavy equipment operators
  47. NOC 73402 – Drillers and blasters – surface mining, quarrying and construction
  48. NOC 82031 – Contractors and supervisors, landscaping, grounds maintenance and horticulture services
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