Legislative changes to the onshore visa applications in Australia have come into force. Since 14th September 2009, section 48 of the Migration Regulations 1994 has been amended to reflect the changes, which directly relates to the circumstances in which an …
Immigration News
New stream for Nova Scotia family visa applicants
September 4, 2009Shortages in the labour markets and certain demographics have lead to the expansion of the Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program (NSNP). Nova Scotia, the second smallest province in Canada, is on the far right of the country. The province’s immigration …
UK statistics highlight tight visa application process
September 2, 2009The latest immigration statistics have been released by the Office of National Statistics, in conjunction with the UK Border and Immigration department. The annual figures highlight all the changing trends of migration to the UK, including applications for spouses, partners …
Current UK fiancee and spouse visa processing times
September 1, 2009One of the most frequently asked questions our clients ask is “How long does it typically take to obtain a UK settlement visa?” We are pleased to provide the most up-to-date information regarding the current processing times at UK visa-issuing …
The Points Based System of immigration in the UK, introduced in its current form two years ago, has undergone an additional clarification, with an announcement made on August 21st 2009. The UK Border Agency has confirmed that spouses of PBS …