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The UK Government is continuing to develop its proposed “earned settlement” system, which could significantly change how migrants qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). The Government has proposed moving from a standard five-year qualifying period to a 10-year baseline for many migrants, with the possibility of qualifying sooner or later depending on individual circumstances […]

The timeline for the European Union’s European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) has become uncertain, with the previously expected late-2026 launch no longer treated as a confirmed target. ETIAS is the planned travel authorisation system for visa-exempt non-EU nationals travelling to participating European countries for short stays. However, the system is not currently operational,

Australia has introduced a new framework for prioritising certain skilled visa applications. Ministerial Directions 121 and 122 came into effect on 19 September 2026, replacing the processing priorities previously established under Ministerial Direction 119. The change affects how the Department of Home Affairs decides which applications should be considered first. It does not change the

Applicants seeking a U.S. Green Card through Adjustment of Status now face a broader public charge assessment following a major change in the way the United States evaluates certain immigration applications. The Department of Homeland Security has rescinded the 2022 public charge regulations, while USCIS has issued updated guidance explaining how officers will assess whether

Singapore has expanded its Non-Traditional Source Occupation List (NTS-OL), adding eight new occupations from the Food Services, Social Services and Air Transportation sectors from 1 September 2026. The expansion allows eligible employers to hire Work Permit holders from approved NTS countries, including India, for specific roles. ▪️ NTS OCCUPATION LIST — 8 NEW OCCUPATIONS From