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UK Advised to Retain Two Years Post-Study Visa for Foreign Students

UK Advised to Retain Two Years Post-Study Visa for Foreign Students

The Migration Advisory Committee has proposed that the United Kingdom’s Graduate route visa’s two-year- validity should be maintained.

It, however, proposed an extension for PhD holders – recommending three years.

The committee insisted that it found no significant abuse of the Graduate route but raised concerns about recruitment agents misleading international students.

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Companies That Sponsor Work Visas for International Students in Australia

Companies That Sponsor Work Visas for International Students in Australia

For those who wish to work during their studies in Australia, the Student Visa (subclass 500) is the best option. This visa allows you to work up to 40 hours per fortnight during the academic semester and unlimited hours during scheduled breaks.

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Companies That Sponsor Work Visas for International Students in the US

Companies That Sponsor Work Visas for International Students in the US

The most common visa for international students to work in the US is the H-1B Visa. This visa is granted if you find a job with an employer that is willing to sponsor you.

Your employer must file a petition with USCIS on your behalf, but you will only be allowed to begin working once the petition is approved.

The H-1B visa is subject to an annual cap, and competition for available visas can be intense.

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Getting A Job in the US, UK Or Australia With Companies That Sponsor Visas for International Students

Getting A Job in the US, UK Or Australia With Companies That Sponsor Visas for International Students

For international students, getting into one of the companies that sponsor work visas is essential if you’re looking to continue life in the country after graduation.

This is especially important for countries with strict immigration laws for the employment of non-citizens, like the US, Australia, Canada, and many more.

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Spain Digital Nomad Visa: All You Need to Know

Spain Digital Nomad Visa: All You Need to Know

Working from home in another country where you can benefit from the diverse environment looks appealing to many. To live and work as a freelancer or remotely in Spain, you can apply for Spain’s digital nomad visa.

The visa type has ignited excitement among remote workers worldwide since its launch. In this article, we will explore the eligibility requirements, application process, and some more details you may wonder about as digital nomads.

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Australia Raises Minimum Savings for International Student Visa, Warns on Fake Recruitment

Australia Raises Minimum Savings for International Student Visa, Warns on Fake Recruitment

Australia said on Wednesday it would raise the amount of savings international students will need to get a visa and warned several colleges of fraudulent student recruitment practices, as part of efforts to rein in record migration.

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Australia Welcomes Genuine Asylum Seekers

Australia Welcomes Genuine Asylum Seekers

The government is making big changes to stop people exploiting Australia’s Protection visa system, while ensuring those who genuinely need asylum are quickly granted protection.
Do not apply for a Protection visa if you do not genuinely need asylum in Australia. We quickly refuse applicants who do not meet Protection visa criteria.

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How to Write A Winning Statement of Purpose with Samples

How to Write A Winning Statement of Purpose with Samples

Students who are seeking admission into schools need to write a statement of purpose. This statement of purpose shows your level of experience and the level of interest you have in the admissions board.

In this article, we will show you how to write a winning statement of purpose and provide samples.

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Step-By-Step Guide to Obtaining Your Chinese Student Visa

Step-By-Step Guide to Obtaining Your Chinese Student Visa

How to Get the Chinese Student Visa (X1, X2) Guide
China offers a wonderful opportunity for international students to pursue an academic career and get fully funded scholarships. Higher education is popular in China because the Chinese government gives scholarships that can cover living expenses as well as tuition fees. In this article, I will share all the information you require to obtain your Chinese study visa (X1 and X2 types) if you’re getting ready for your semester in China, which will begin in September 2025.

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