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Germany Taps Indian Talent to Bridge Its Skilled-Labor Shortage
To combat a looming labor crisis, Germany is fast-tracking immigration for Indian professionals. The new strategy slashes visa wait times…
Kenya Requires Canceling Current Work Permit Before Employer Change
The Kenyan Class D Work Permit is employer-linked, requiring a full cancellation and re-application process for any job change. Applicants…
Rep. Sewell Calls DHS to Exempt Healthcare Workers from H-1B Fee
A new $100,000 fee targets overseas H-1B hires, causing concern for healthcare systems. Lawmakers are pushing for exemptions to prevent…
Express Entry 2026: Top Occupations Winning PR in Healthcare, Trades, STEM
The 2026 Express Entry system prioritizes candidates in healthcare, trades, STEM, and education. By focusing on category-based draws, Canada targets…
Trump Exempts Athletes from Visa Bans for Major U.S. Sporting Events
New U.S. travel restrictions include exemptions for major sporting events but do not relax visa eligibility rules. H-1B employers in…
Applying for TFWP Without LMIA: Key Rules and Timelines
Canada allows certain workers to apply for TFWP permit renewals while their LMIA is still being processed. This exception helps…
Work Permits Lower Child Labor Violations: New Research Findings
The EPI reports that youth work permits correlate with 31.8% fewer minors involved in labor violations. Despite this, federal policy…
Italy’s January 12 Click-Day to Allocate 88,000 Seasonal Permits
Italy has initiated its 2026–2028 work visa program, allocating approximately 497,550 permits over three years. Using a 'Click-Day' system, the…