Tag: International Students

No More Police Clearance: Canada Announces Changes for Students and Temporary Residency Visas

No More Police Clearance: Canada Announces Changes for Students and Temporary Residency Visas

The Canadian government has announced that police clearance certificates will no longer be required for individuals entering the country as temporary residents, including those on study permits, due to their unreliability.

This announcement was made by Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, Marc Miller, during a session of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration on Monday.

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Germany Working to Fast-Track Student Visa for Nigerians — says German Envoy

Germany Working to Fast-Track Student Visa for Nigerians — says German Envoy

The German Ambassador to Nigeria, Mrs Annett Gunther, says her country is working to improve the visa issuance process for Nigerians seeking to study in Germany.

Gunther, who said her country is not against Nigerians coming, said already there are no less than 4,000 Nigerians schooling and working in Germany.

Gunther made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in Abuja.

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Japa Update: UK Varsity Withdraws Nigerian Students, Invalidates Visa Over Unpaid Fees

Japa Update: UK Varsity Withdraws Nigerian Students, Invalidates Visa Over Unpaid Fees

Nigerian students at Teesside University in the United Kingdom have been instructed to leave the school and return to Nigeria due to unpaid tuition fees.

The devaluation of the naira has made it difficult for these students to meet their financial obligations, resulting in a breach of visa sponsorship requirements.

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Italy Announce New Digital Nomad Visa and Online ICT Permit Application

Italy Announce New Digital Nomad Visa and Online ICT Permit Application

The Italian government announced the list of documents required for the new digital nomad visa and a new online application process for non-quota intra-corporate work permit applications.

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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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Companies That Sponsor Work Visas for International Students in the UK

Companies That Sponsor Work Visas for International Students in the UK

If you wish to work in the UK after completing your studies, you must apply for a Tier 2 (General) visa, also known as a skilled worker visa. This visa allows you to work for a UK employer who is willing to sponsor you.

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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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