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Philippines Initiates POGO Visa Downgrades Amid Gaming Ban
The Philippines downgrades POGO workers’ visas to tourists, following President Marcos Jr.'s directive to ban POGOs by 2024. This affects up to 100,000 workers, causing potential revenue loss, real estate…
USCIS Plans to Reboot Fraud-Linked CHNV Humanitarian Parole Program
The Biden administration is planning to restart the CHNV (Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, Venezuela) humanitarian parole program, suspended in…
UK Allocates £10.5m for Biometric Border Upgrades at Ports
The UK is investing £10.5 million to prepare ports for the EU's biometric Entry/Exit System (EES), aimed at…
Canada and Australia Tighten Immigration for International Students
Canada and Australia, known for open immigration, have recently tightened policies. Canada capped international student permits for 2024,…
Union Challenges USCIS Over Immigration Service Layoffs
Layoffs at USCIS immigration centers have led to protests from union workers concerned about job cuts affecting service…
Texas Judge Blocks Biden’s Immigration Policy for Undocumented Spouses
A judge in Texas temporarily blocked a Biden policy granting legal status to undocumented immigrants married to U.S.…
Australia Sets 2025 Cap on International Student Enrolments
Australia will cap international students at 270,000 in 2025, affecting higher and vocational education. This aims to address…
USCIS Updates: New STEM OPT Rules for Student Visas
USCIS updated guidance on F/M Nonimmigrant Student Classification, providing clarity on STEM OPT extensions, online learning, school transfers,…
Indian Students Protest Canada Immigration Policy Changes Amid Deportation Fears
Indian students protest in Canada over new immigration policies impacting study permits and work rights, fearing deportation. Economic…
Bangladesh Protests Erupt Over Indian Visa Delays, Security Heightened
Protests erupt at Indian visa centers in Bangladesh over delays, leading to calls for increased security. Tensions highlight…