Country Guides

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) has listed updates to its Worker sponsor register and Student sponsor register. These registers are important for employers, international students and applicants planning to work or study in the United Kingdom. 1. Worker Sponsor Register Update Employers should confirm that their organisation and relevant sponsor licence details appear correctly on […]

Manitoba has issued 1,304 invitations through its Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), targeting candidates across multiple skilled-worker, education and strategic recruitment categories. Manitoba PNP Selection Results Manitoba post-secondary education: 734 invitations; lowest reported score of 816. Skilled Worker in Manitoba: 513 invitations; lowest reported score of 846. Strategic recruitment initiatives: 57 invitations; minimum score not specified.

Canada’s immigration updates include upcoming Express Entry CRS changes for eligible high-wage work experience and job offers, alongside British Columbia’s latest entrepreneur immigration invitation round. 1. Express Entry CRS Changes — Effective 3 November 2026 The revised system is scheduled to introduce additional CRS points for qualifying high-wage Canadian work experience and job offers. Additional

The India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) introduces new temporary work opportunities and future immigration benefits for eligible Indian nationals. The agreement entered into force , with different measures taking effect on separate timelines. Key Changes for Indian Applicants 1. New Temporary Employment Entry (TEE) Visa Pathways The agreement provides for two new work visa

Australia has introduced changes affecting Student visa (subclass 500) applications, including certain applications lodged within Australia and rules concerning family members accompanying international students. Key Changes for International Students 1. Applying from inside Australia Certain temporary visa holders, including some students applying for another Student visa, may be required to apply from outside Australia. Specified

The European Commission’s temporary border-control register listed time-limited internal border checks involving Italy and Spain in October 2026. These measures may affect travellers moving between the two countries. Key Updates: 🇮🇹 Italy Notified temporary controls at internal air and sea borders with Spain. Scheduled period: 16–23 October 2026. The notified period ends today. 🇪🇸 Spain

Australia’s Department of Home Affairs has listed 31 October 2026 as the expected timeframe for the next Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) invitation round through SkillSelect. Key Points Visa category: Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189). Expected timeframe: By 31 October 2026. Who should pay attention: Skilled migration candidates with an active Expression of Interest (EOI).

British Columbia has listed an entrepreneur immigration invitation round held on 20 October 2026 under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), targeting entrepreneurs interested in establishing or operating eligible businesses in the province. Key Details of the BC PNP Entrepreneur Draw Base stream: 10 invitations issued, with a minimum score of 118. Regional

New Zealand’s Employment Court has clarified that employers and other parties cannot charge workers fees to secure employment in New Zealand, even when the payment is made overseas. The prohibition may also apply when relatives, friends or agents make payments on a worker’s behalf. The decision strengthens protections for migrant workers against unlawful recruitment charges

The UK government would not include a proposed high-value investor visa route in its upcoming Budget plans. The proposal was intended to attract wealthy overseas investors willing to invest at least £5 million in British innovation. However, the route has reportedly been shelved and should not be treated as an available visa option. Key Immigration