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Changes to International Student Program aim to Protect Students in Canada

27 October 2023

Changes to International Student Program aim to Protect Students in Canada

In time for the fall 2024 semester, IRCC will adopt a “recognized institution” framework to benefit post-secondary DLIs that set a higher standard for services, support and outcomes for international students.

79 Views Canada is a top destination of choice for international students, thanks to our high-quality educational institutions; our welcoming, diverse society; and the opportunities…

Israeli Citizens and Nationals now Eligible for U.S. Visa Waiver Program

19 October 2023

Israeli Citizens and Nationals now Eligible for U.S. Visa Waiver Program

On September 26, 2023, DHS, in consultation with the Department of State, designated Israel into the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, which allows eligible travelers to apply online for authorization to travel to the United States through ESTA.

74 ViewsToday, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is announcing the start of visa-free travel for short term visits to the United States for…

Sponsor your parents and grandparents to Canada

10 September 2023

Sponsor your parents and grandparents to Canada

If you’d like your parents and grandparents to come to Canada, they may be eligible to apply for a super visa which could let them stay in Canada for 5 years at a time.

106 ViewsOn October 10, 2023, Canada we start sending out Invitations to Apply to potential sponsors who previously submitted an Interest to Sponsor form. IRCC…

Switzerland ranks No. 1 in the 2023 World Best Countries Report

7 September 2023

Switzerland ranks No. 1 in the 2023 World Best Countries Report

Canada moved up a position to No. 2, Sweden climbed two spots to No. 3 and Australia jumped three spots to land at No. 4

92 ViewsFor the second consecutive year, Switzerland tops the overall list of the world’s Best Countries, a rankings and analysis project by U.S. News & World Report; global marketing…

The Worldwide limit for the 2023 U.S. Diversity Visa Program has been reached

7 September 2023

The Worldwide limit for the 2023 U.S. Diversity Visa Program has been reached

This year, the Department of State is on track to reach the annual DV issuance limit for 2023 before the end of the fiscal year.

129 ViewsThe Diversity Visa (DV) program awards up to 55,000 immigrant visas per year and allows those from countries with low immigration rates to the…