Latest work permit news
Here are some of the latest work permit news updates:
Canada:
- New Work Permit Rules for International Students: As of June 2022, international students who have completed a degree or diploma from a Canadian institution can apply for a work permit without needing a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). (Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada)
- Changes to Work Permit Fees: Effective July 2022, the fees for work permits in Canada have increased. The new fees range from $155 to $1,050 CAD, depending on the type of work permit and the duration of stay. (Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada)
United States:
- New H-1B Visa Rules: The US Department of Labor has announced new rules for the H-1B visa program, which will require employers to pay a higher wage to foreign workers and provide more detailed information about the job and the worker's qualifications. (Source: US Department of Labor)
- Changes to Work Authorization for International Students: As of May 2022, international students who are in the US on an F-1 visa can now work off-campus for more than 20 hours per week without needing a separate work authorization. (Source: US Citizenship and Immigration Services)
Australia:
- New Work Visa Rules for Skilled Workers: The Australian government has introduced new rules for skilled workers, including a points-based system to assess eligibility for work visas. The changes aim to attract more skilled workers to fill labor shortages. (Source: Australian Government Department of Home Affairs)
- Changes to Temporary Skilled Migration Initiative: The Australian government has announced changes to the Temporary Skilled Migration Initiative, which will allow more skilled workers to enter the country and work in certain industries. (Source: Australian Government Department of Home Affairs)
United Kingdom:
- New Work Visa Rules for EU Nationals: As of January 2021, EU nationals who want to work in the UK must apply for a work visa under the new points-based system. The system assesses eligibility based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and language proficiency. (Source: UK Government)
- Changes to Tier 2 (General) Visa: The UK government has announced changes to the Tier 2 (General) visa, which will allow more skilled workers to enter the country and work in certain industries. (Source: UK Government)
Other countries:
- New Work Permit Rules for India: The Indian government has introduced new rules for work permits, which will require employers to pay a higher fee and provide more detailed information about the job and the worker's qualifications. (Source: Government of India)
- Changes to Work Visa Rules for China: The Chinese government has announced changes to work visa rules, which will allow more foreign workers to enter the country and work in certain industries. (Source: Government of China)
Please note that these are just some of the latest work permit news updates, and the rules and regulations may change frequently. It's always best to check with the relevant government agency or immigration authority for the most up-to-date information.