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The U.S. Department of State has implemented a major change to its visa policy for Nigerian nationals, tightening the rules for most non-immigrant, non-diplomatic visa categories. Under the updated regulations now in effect most Nigerians

Starting July 7, 2025, Canada has increased the minimum financial requirements for individuals applying for permanent residence through the Express Entry system. Applicants under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and Federal Skilled Trades Program

Canada has delayed the enforcement of recent reforms to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program, now set to take effect in early 2026. This postponement offers temporary relief to international students, particularly those in non-degree

In a major step toward labor market transformation, Saudi Arabia has unveiled a new skill-based classification framework for expatriate work permits. This initiative aligns with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and the National Transformation Program, both

Starting July 1, 2025, Poland will implement significant changes to its immigration system regarding how foreign nationals apply for the Single Permit, which combines work and residence authorization into one document. Under the new regulations,

Portugal has rolled out a significant update to support foreign nationals residing in the country, especially those affected by administrative delays. Under the new directive, residence permits due to expire between February 22, 2020, and

The UK Ministry of Justice has unveiled a major increase in legal aid rates for immigration and asylum cases the most substantial enhancement in the sector since 1996. Following a public consultation earlier this year,

The Italian government has announced a new visa quota policy that will grant close to half a million work permits to non-European Union nationals over a three-year period, from 2026 to 2028. This move is

Starting July 1, 2025, Germany will officially eliminate its global visa appeal process known as the remonstration procedure. This change affects all foreign nationals including Nigerians who will no longer have the option to file

In a groundbreaking policy shift introduced in 2025, the United States now permits foreign startup founders and business owners to self-sponsor their H-1B visas: a major development expected to boost international entrepreneurship and innovation within

The U.S. government has introduced a new policy permitting the removal of citizenship from naturalized Americans who have committed certain criminal offenses. Naturalized citizens are individuals born outside the United States who later became citizens

Scotland is preparing to introduce new immigration routes aimed at addressing workforce shortages, including a Rural Visa Pilot and a visa specifically for international graduates of Scottish universities. These proposed pathways are designed to attract

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced a major change to its policy regarding marriage recognition for asylum seekers and refugees. New Rule Effective July 3, 2025 Beginning July 3, 2025, USCIS