Visa

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...

The landscape of US visas is making a shift towards a 'paperless' system, effectively doing away with the conventional practice of stamping or affixing visas to passport pages. US to Launch Paperless Visas In a recent milestone, the Biden administration successfully concluded a pilot project for "paperless visas" at the...

In a significant and commendable move, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expanded the scope of its Golden Visa program to now include Pakistani nurses, acknowledging their vital role as frontline heroes in the healthcare sector. UAE Extends Golden Visa to Pakistani Nurses The Golden Visa program, renowned for offering...

The Council of the European Union (EU) has recently approved new regulations allowing the entire Schengen visa application process to be conducted online. This move eliminates the need for physical visa stickers on passports, streamlining the application process and eliminating the requirement for consulate or service provider appointments. EU to...

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) now offers a family group tourist or visit visa, which is completely free for children. How to Apply for UAE Family Visit Visa? According to the details, all children below the age of 18 years can obtain a free visit visa while their parents or...