Visa

In 2024, Canada plans to launch a remote work visa program aimed at attracting freelancers and digital nomads to the country. This initiative acknowledges the evolving nature of the labor market, allowing international talent to temporarily reside in Canada while working remotely. The goal is to eliminate the need for...

The UAE has rolled out a 5-year residence visa tailored for international travelers seeking extended stays. According to the details, the new UAE Residence Visa is priced at a modest fee of 720 dirhams (equivalent to Rs 55,000), and it aims to elevate the living experience for foreign residents in...

In a significant move aimed at boosting tourism and strengthening global ties, Turkey has officially announced visa-free entry for citizens from six countries, including the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Turkey Announces Visa-Free Entry for Nationals from Six Countries President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered the news through a decree, promptly published...

You can now conveniently apply for your Saudi Arabia visa through the newly introduced unified visa platform. How to Apply for Saudi Arabia Visa via New Unified Visa Platform? Previously, visa applications were processed through the online platform of Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) at visa.mofa.gov.sa. However, a...

In a strategic move to attract global talent and encourage long-term residency, the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced affordable permanent residency visas. Announced by the Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), the AED16,500 annual visa promises a range of benefits for prospective...

VFS Global, a global outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions, has opened a new visa centre in Abu Dhabi exclusively designed to process France visa applications. Situated at The Mall - World Trade Centre on Khalifa Bin Zayed the 1st Street, the centre extends its services...

Canada has recently implemented major changes in their student visa rules for international students, affecting their plans for higher education. The Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, has introduced new financial requirements for study permit applicants, effective January 1, 2024. The cost-of-living financial requirement for study permit applicants...

To sponsor family members in the UAE, individuals must first hold a valid residence visa, which can be a work visa sponsored by an employer or a self-sponsored visa like a Green Visa, Investor Visa, or Golden Visa. Meeting specific requirements is crucial to becoming eligible for family sponsorship. All...

Kuwait's Ministry of Interior is contemplating the introduction of 'Article 22 visas' (family or dependent visas) in early 2024, as per knowledgeable sources. The proposed initiative would be applicable to specific expatriate categories, including doctors, university professors, and counselors involved in applied education. Kuwait Considers Family Visas Under 'Article 22'...

If you're considering a move to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for employment as a skilled worker, there are two primary visa options to facilitate your stay in the country. Guide to Obtaining a Work Residence Visa in the UAE Two scenarios exist for obtaining a UAE work residence visa...

The United States initiated visa bans on individuals linked to violence in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, according to officials in Washington on Tuesday. The State Department's new visa restriction policy is directed at those suspected of undermining peace, security, or stability in the West Bank through acts of violence or...

the British government unveiled a set of measures aimed at reducing net migration to the United Kingdom (UK), including proposals to increase the minimum salary requirement for foreign workers to qualify for a work visa. UK Raises Minimum Salary Requirement for Work Visa to Cut Immigration The issue of high...