Cabinet, Work Permit Approvals, Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda has centralized its work permit system to favor local recruitment. Under the new rules, employers…
Big Tech, Amazon Seek Ways Around $100,000 H-1B Fee
A $100,000 supplemental fee on certain H-1B petitions is driving U.S. tech companies to favor domestic candidates over…
Google Parent Plots Expansion in India as US Restricts H-1B Visas
The FY 2027 H-1B season introduces wage-weighted selection on February 27, 2026, and opens registration on March 4.…
Lelystad Airport Greenlit for Commercial Aviation by Dutch Government
Starting in 2027, Lelystad Airport will serve as Amsterdam's secondary hub for European leisure travel. Approved by the…
American Airlines Unions Demand CEO Robert Isom Step Down
American Airlines faces a challenging 2026 due to an 87% profit decline and public union disputes. While Delta…
Australia Replaces TSS with Skills in Demand (sid) Visa Subclass 482 Introducing Core Skills Stream and CSOL
The Skills in Demand (SID) visa replaces the TSS 482 visa as Australia's primary employer-sponsored work permit. It…
IRS Disaster Tax Relief Extends Filing Deadlines but Payments Continue
The IRS extended tax deadlines to February 2, 2026, for federally declared disaster areas. This includes individual and…
U.S. Firms Confront $100,000 H-1B Fee and New Nonimmigrant Workers Rules
New H-1B regulations introduce a $100,000 fee for certain petitions and a wage-prioritized selection system. Employers must now…
UK Begins Returning 281 Migrants Under Bilateral Agreement with France Asylum Plan
The UK has started returning asylum seekers to France under a new 'one-in, one-out' agreement designed to curb…
UPS Cuts Up to 30,000 Jobs in January 27, 2026 Restructuring Move
UPS will eliminate up to 30,000 jobs and close 24 facilities in 2026 to save $3 billion. The…
Texas Governor Greg Abbott Orders Halt to New H-1B Visa Petitions by State Agencies and Public Universities
Texas has implemented an immediate pause on new H-1B sponsorships for state agencies and public universities. While federal…
Doctors Confront H-1B Visa, $100,000 Supplemental Fee, September 21, 2025
New H-1B regulations for FY 2027 introduce a $100,000 fee for overseas applicants and a selection system based…
U.S. Confirms Seasonal Work Permits H-2B Program Under Deliberation
The U.S. government has authorized 35,000 supplemental H-2B visas for FY 2026, a 50% reduction from prior years.…
UK to Reimburse Visa Fees for Top Tech and Science Firms in Push for Growth
The UK government has introduced the 'Growth Push' package to attract global tech talent. Key features include visa…