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Everything filed under consular processing in our immigration coverage, the 43 reports filed on it so far.
Carney Signals Controlled Immigration Increase Ahead
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada's immigration system is back under control. The announcement drew immediate criticism from the opposition over...
US October 2026 Visa Bulletin: China Advances, EB-2 and EB-3
The October 2026 Visa Bulletin opens fiscal year 2027 with major advancements for China in EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 categories, while EB-2 and EB-3 dates
Tanzania removes Nigeria from referral visa list September
Tanzania's Immigration Services Department has removed Nigerian nationals from its 'referred visa' category, effective September 25, 2026.
London Tribunal Awards £28,123 in Visa Sponsorship Abuse
An employment tribunal awarded a care worker £28,123 after finding his sponsor, Metropolitan Care Services, submitted false documents about his hours...
Federal Court Sanctions IRCC Over Repeated Visa Refusals
A Federal Court judge has sanctioned Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada for repeatedly refusing a couple's visitor visa applications on...
Labor to cut net migration to 225,000 with visa restrictions
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke will announce a plan to reduce net overseas migration from about 300,000 to 225,000 annually.
Canada Considers H-1B Express Entry Pathway, Advises
Canada's immigration department is considering a new Express Entry pathway for H-1B visa holders from the U.S., though rules are not final.
Pakistan Processes Afghan Student Visa Extensions
Pakistan says it is processing Afghan student visa extensions under existing rules while warning that foreigners without valid documents face...
DV-2026 Visa Cap Finalized at 52,101 After Deductions
The State Department's September 2026 Visa Bulletin sets the final DV-2026 diversity visa cap at 52,101, a reduction from the statutory 55,000 limit.
Korean Court Overturns Visa Denial Over Traffic Fine
A South Korean district court has canceled the visa extension refusal for a Sri Lankan worker, ruling that immigration officials unlawfully relied...
H-1B Visa Demand Drops 25% After $100,000 Fee
Employer registrations for the H-1B visa lottery fell by more than 25% in the latest cycle after a Trump administration fee of $100,000 for overseas...
Judge Denies Emergency Order to Reopen Diversity Visa
A federal judge denied an emergency request to force the State Department to open registration for the 2027 Diversity Visa lottery, but set a...
State Department Lists 19 Countries Ineligible for DV-2026
The U.S. State Department has published a list of 19 countries excluded from the DV-2026 Diversity Visa Program as visa issuance resumes.
Kenya Clarifies Visa-Free Entry Does Not Allow Work or Trade
Kenya has begun a crackdown on foreign nationals working or trading without permits, clarifying that visa-free entry does not authorize commercial
Concord Judges Deny Continuances Amid 115,000-Case Docket
Immigration judges in Concord are denying continuances for children's deportation cases, pushing proceedings forward despite pending visa...
Ethiopian Academic Detained at DFW Airport for Visa Overstay
ICE detained Dr. Berhanu Geresu Kibret at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in July 2026, alleging he overstayed his visa.
U.S. Warns EB-1 Green Card Numbers for India May Run Out
The State Department warns high demand could exhaust EB-1 visa numbers for Indian applicants before the fiscal year ends on September 30, 2026...
Judge Certifies Nationwide Classes for FY-2026 Diversity
A federal judge has certified nationwide classes for FY-2026 Diversity Visa selectees stalled by USCIS and State Department holds, allowing them to...
USCIS Resumes Diversity Visa Processing After Court Order
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has resumed normal review of FY 2026 Diversity Visa adjustment cases following a federal court order that...
UK frees modern slavery victims from visa
From October 2026, Skilled Worker visa holders officially recognised as modern slavery victims can work for any UK employer.
US Embassy in Dhaka Warns Against B1/B2 Visa Misuse
The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka warns that B1/B2 visitor visas cannot be used for birth tourism, paid work, or formal study, aligning with a broader U.S.
USCIS DV Hold Blocks Domestic I-485 Approvals
USCIS has placed pending domestic adjustment applications from Diversity Visa selectees under a policy hold, blocking final green card approvals...
Canada Considers H-1B Holders for 2027 Express Entry Lane
Canada’s August 2026 consultation explored prioritizing U.S. H-1B visa holders in a potential 2027 Express Entry category, with no final rules or...
UK raises London student visa maintenance
The Home Office will increase the monthly maintenance funds required for student visas in London to £1,570 from 30 November 2026, up from the current