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Trump Makes U-Turn on Immigration, Promises Foreign Students Automatic Green Cards After Graduation

In a new development, Former US President, Donald Trump, has proposed Former United States President, Donald Trump recently proposed a significant change to the US immigration system, suggesting that Green Cards should be automatically granted to international students who graduate from US colleges. This means, immigrants who obtain their college degrees in the US will be given an automatic pathway to green card to allow them to stay and make meaningful and valuable contributions to the US economy.

Canada Bans Application for Post-Graduate Work Permits for Internationals at Port Entry

Canada has banned foreign nationals from applying for post-graduation work permits (PGWP) at the border, effective immediately. This move aims to curb “flagpoling,” a practice that strains border resources and causes delays. The government encourages in-country applications to improve fairness and processing efficiency, the IRCC said in a statement.

Supreme Court Says US Citizens Don’t Have Constitutional Right to Bring Non-Citizen Spouses To US

In a 6-3 decision, the court reaffirmed Congress’s extensive authority to set immigration limits and the executive branch’s role in enforcing these laws.

The United States’ Supreme Court has ruled that American citizens do not have a constitutional right to bring their noncitizen spouses into the country. Stating that they lack the right to challenge visa denials in court of their non-citizen spouses.

President Biden Offers Citizenship To 500,000 Spouses of US Citizens

President Joe Biden, last week, announced one of the biggest legalisation efforts in recent history, offering a path to citizenship to hundreds of thousands of illegal immigrants in the United States who are married to US citizens.

The election year move contrasts sharply with his Republican rival former president Donald Trump’s plan for mass deportations. The programme will be open to an estimated 500,000 spouses who have lived in the US for at least 10 years as of June 17, 2024, the White House and US Department of Homeland Security said in statements, yesterday.

Some 50,000 children under age 21 with US-citizen parents also will be eligible. “These actions will promote family unity and strengthen our economy,” the White House said.

6 Countries Offering Care Worker Visas to Nigerian Professionals

Story highlights
• Countries like the UK, Germany, Canada, Australia, Ireland, and the USA offer various care worker visa programs to Nigerians, providing opportunities to work abroad in the healthcare sector.
• These programs typically require job offers, relevant qualifications, and language proficiency, with pathways to permanent residency in many cases.
• Salaries for care workers in these countries range from £14,000 to €64,000 annually, depending on the country and level of experience.

How to Immigrate to Canada as a Tech Worker

Canada’s tech sector is booming and needs labour to sustain its growth; for this reason, the Canadian government offers ample immigration options for tech workers that want to come to Canada.

Due to the high demand in the tech industry, Canadian immigration for tech workers is on the rise which is why Canada offers special work permits to tech workers. That said, there are ways for tech workers to immigrate permanently without ever having worked in Canada.

Top 8 Scholarships Without IELTS Requirements for International Students

International students find scholarships, without the need for an IELTS score, to be a priceless opportunity. With this chance, you may strengthen your application and raise your chances of being awarded a scholarship because many universities normally demand the IELTS as a prerequisite for admission.

The purpose of the IELTS standards for overseas students is to confirm your ability to read, write, and comprehend English. This guarantees that, if you are accepted, you will be able to swiftly understand English accents in lectures.

US-Based Nigerian, Yomi Faparusi, Set to Contest US Congress Seat

Yomi Faparusi, a Nigerian-American based in Tennessee, in the United States, is vying as an independent candidate to represent Tennessee District 5 in the US Congress.

The election is slated for November 5, 2024.

Faparusi, who made this known while speaking during a virtual meeting with reporters at the weekend, said his victory in November 5, 2024 election would inspire the next generation.

Nigerian Immigration Officers Abroad Struggle as Allowances Remain Unpaid Since December

Nigerian Immigration Service officers on foreign missions have been facing severe financial hardships due to unpaid allowances since December. The delay in payments has led to difficulties in covering essential expenses, risking both personal well-being and Nigeria’s diplomatic reputation. Efforts to reach NIS officials for comment have been unsuccessful.

Caregivers from Abroad to Be Given Permanent Resident Status on Arrival in Canada

Canada has announced new, enhanced caregiver pilot programs as the expiry date for Canada’s existing Home Child Care Provider Pilot and the Home Support Worker Pilot approaches.

The new pilot programs will provide home care workers with permanent residence (PR) on arrival in Canada. They will also be allowed to work for organizations that provide temporary or part-time care for people who are semi-independent or recovering from an injury or illness. This new pathway means that caregivers can more easily find proper work with reliable employers and have clear, straightforward access to permanent resident status as soon as they arrive in Canada.

Category: North America

Trump Makes U-Turn on Immigration, Promises Foreign Students Automatic Green Cards After Graduation

Canada Bans Application for Post-Graduate Work Permits for Internationals at Port Entry

Supreme Court Says US Citizens Don’t Have Constitutional Right to Bring Non-Citizen Spouses To US

President Biden Offers Citizenship To 500,000 Spouses of US Citizens

6 Countries Offering Care Worker Visas to Nigerian Professionals

How to Immigrate to Canada as a Tech Worker

Top 8 Scholarships Without IELTS Requirements for International Students

US-Based Nigerian, Yomi Faparusi, Set to Contest US Congress Seat

Nigerian Immigration Officers Abroad Struggle as Allowances Remain Unpaid Since December

Caregivers from Abroad to Be Given Permanent Resident Status on Arrival in Canada