Posted on March 06 2019
Ireland is witnessing an exponential rise in Employment Permit approvals. The Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation has published a report indicating the same. It shows that nearly 14,000 permits were approved in 2018. However, all these workers came from outside the EU.
The Employment Permit for non-EU Immigrants rose by 18 percent last year. The biggest employers were hospitals and social media companies. The rate of Employment Permit approvals saw an annual increase of more than 2,000.
The Jobs Minister Heather Humphreys confirmed the rise in Employment Permit approvals. She said that the numbers were the highest in the last quarter of 2018. Furthermore, the increase rate of permits issued is the highest in the last 10 years.
In 2018, Facebook and Google issued more than 200 employment offers to Immigrants. The Dawn Meats Group hired about 300 non-EU Immigrants. Accenture too has recruited about 294 Overseas Workers.
Ireland’s decision to endorse non-EU Immigration is backed by many enterprises across the country. Cork University Hospital hired nearly 260 Immigrants with Employment Permit. Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital and University Hospital Limerick have employed 200 workers.
Reports suggest that one-third of all the applicants in 2018 came from India. The number amounts to 4,700 Immigrants. Immigrants from countries like Pakistan, the US, and Brazil also applied to the program. Ireland received applications from 107 different nationalities. 8 percent of all the applications were rejected. More than a third of those applicants were from Bangladesh. Immigrants from South Africa, Zimbabwe, and China also experienced rejections.
The Department of Jobs, Enterprise, and Innovation manages the Employment Permit system. The decision is based on the following lists -
The lists are reviewed twice yearly to keep a check on the labour market changes, as quoted by Irish Examiner. Ms. Humphreys acknowledged that the construction industry is experiencing skills shortages. Hence, they are considering the introduction of a Critical Skills Work Permit. The occupation list is under review, she added.
50 different submissions across different industries are being considered. The Construction Industry Federation is included. Ms. Humphreys apologized for delays in the approval of Employment Permit of Immigrants. The process usually takes 6 weeks for applications from trusted partners and 15 weeks for standard ones.
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Belgium issues a record breaking 20,724 family reunification visas in 2024
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In 2024, Belgium issued 20,724 visas under the Family reunification visa category, setting a record. One out of every four visas was granted to the family members of refugees. Nearly 5,700 people were issued family visas, twice as many as those issued in 2023. Around 6,000 foreign nationals and family members of other groups, including migrant workers, were given family reunification visas last year.
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Out of all the family reunification visa applicants, around 33,146 asylum seekers have applied for the visa, the second-highest record number since 2015. Asylum seekers with refugee status automatically apply for a family reunification visa to bring their families to Belgium. This is a major contributing factor to the increasing number of Belgium family reunification visa applications.
To address this issue, Belgium plans to restrict family reunification visas, setting stricter rules and an extended list of visa requirements. Finland has already tightened the family reunification visa rules, introducing age restrictions, while Denmark has proposed stricter rules that are set to be approved and implemented.
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New Zealand eases visa rules allowing to work remotely
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According to a recent announcement, New Zealand has updated its visit visa policies to allow foreign visitors to take up remote work while enjoying a holiday in the country. The updated policy is effective from January 27, 2025.
This move is expected to boost the economy along with opening up a new market for the tourism industry. The Immigration Minister of New Zealand opined that this will facilitate a combination of travel and work in an ideal setting.
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The following are the major changes made to the New Zealand Visa:
These changes are also applicable for candidates entering with an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority).
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Canada makes it easier to apply Super Visa in Jan 2025
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The federal government of Canada has eased health insurance requirements for Super Visa applicants. Under the updated changes, candidates having health insurance policies from non-Canadian insurers are also eligible for a Super Visa application.
Previously, applicants were required to have a health insurance policy purchased from Canadian insurers to be eligible for a Super visa. The new requirements aim to make the process of obtaining a Super Visa easier for parents and grandparents. The new policy will be effective from January 28, 2025.
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A non-Canadian health insurance policy would be eligible for a Super Visa only if it adheres to the following requirements:
Note: Candidates migrating to Canada via Super Visa must demonstrate proof of payment of a health insurance plan to the border services officer while entering the country.
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Portugal launches new portal for converting work visas to citizenship
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The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) in Portugal has launched a new portal to accelerate the process of granting citizenship to foreign workers having an employment contract. Immigrants having an employment contract that contributes to Social Security before June 04, 2024, for a minimum of one month can regularise their immigration status.
The new platform, which includes new functionalities, artificial intelligence, and automation, is expected to increase the processing of citizenship applications by 50%. Recent statistical data reports that 1.4 million people have applied for Portugal citizenship in the last six years.
According to a recent report, Portugal’s Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) has launched a new portal to address issues related to Golden Visa processing delays. The new changes aim to streamline the application process for acquiring Portugal citizenship by investment.
The new changes are:
The table below lists the fee requirement for the same:
Type of Fee |
Amount to be paid |
Certified Documents |
€6,045.20 per application |
Uncertified Documents |
€ 8,060.20 |
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Canada announces new permanent residence pathways for home care workers
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The Canadian federal government has launched a new Home Care Worker Pilot Program to help eligible home care workers obtain Canada PR upon arrival. The new program is to be effective from March 31, 2025 and will replace all the caregiver immigration programs that have expired.
According to the Canada Immigration Levels Plan 2025-2027, Canada is inviting 1.1 million immigrants by 2027. The department has allocated 10,920 spots for candidates under the Federal Economic Pilot programs like the Home Care Worker Program, Agri-Food Pilot, Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot, and Community Immigration Pilots.
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You would be eligible for the New Home Care Worker Pilot Program if you:
As per the latest update of June 16, 2024, the minimum work experience required to be eligible for the Home Care Worker Pilot Program was 6 months. However, IRCC has yet to announce further eligibility details for the new program.
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1.4 million people have applied for Portugal citizenship
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According to recent data, Portugal has reported a rising demand for acquiring Portuguese citizenship in the last six years. The country received as many as 1.4 million citizenship applications, among which 230,000 applications were received in 2023 alone.
In 2022, Portugal received around 300,000 citizenship applications, marking an all-time high demand for Portuguese citizenship. The demand for Portuguese citizenship has increased by 366% in the last six years.
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The processing time for a Portuguese Citizenship application varies on a number of factors like the type of application, nationality of the applicant, and accuracy of the application. The Institute of Registries and Notaries (IRN) has launched a new platform to improve processing times for citizenship applications.
The authorities are currently processing the citizenship applications received in the second half of October 2024. The upward trend of citizenship applications in Portugal might result in delayed processing times.
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Australia Replaces ANZSCO with OSCA for Job Classification
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The Australian Bureau of Statistics replaced the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) with the Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA). The new changes are aimed at providing a better overview of the job market in Australia.
The ANZSCO has laid the foundation of occupational classification in both Australia and New Zealand but bot the countries have implemented separate systems. The transition from ANZSCO to OSCA marks Australia’s commitment of staying ahead of labour trends.
Note: The ANZSCO codes are still in use but the assessing authorities in Australia may adopt OSCA codes soon.
The Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA) is a product of a two-year review done by around 2000 stakeholders, 1000 reviewed occupations and 800 submissions. It offers a more minute classification than ANZSCO.
The key changes brought by the implementation of OSCA include:
These changes, by providing detailed information, are likely to enhance clarity and relevance and would introduce better adaptability for the workforce in Australia.
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Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
The Australian government is planning to improvise the skilled immigration framework of the country following the release of the OSCA. However, OSCA is not yet adopted for immigration by the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
ANZSCO is still applicable for certain visa programs in Australia. The country is willing to fully transition ANZSCO to OSCA, promising a clearer and more efficient system for foreign workers, employers, and policymakers.
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IRCC reveals study permit allocations by Canadian provinces
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The Canadian federal government is planning to issue 437,000 study permits in 2025. The IRCC has issued details about the provincial breakdown of study permit allocations. The department also announced that 12% of study permit allocation would be reserved for master's and doctoral degree students.
The table below has the details of the number of study permits to be issued to international students in 2025:
Type of students |
No. of study permits to be issued |
Graduate degree students |
73,282 |
Kindergarten to grade 12 applicants (PAL/TAL-exempt) |
72,200 |
All other PAL/TAL-exempt applicants |
48,524 |
Remaining PAL/TAL-required cohorts |
2,42,994 |
Total |
4,37,000 |
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Canada has issued the details of the total number of study permits to be issued by each Canadian province in 2025. The table below lists the details of the same:
Province or territory |
Total expected number of study permits to be issued to all PAL/TAL-required students |
Kindergarten to grade 12 applicants (PAL/TAL-exempt) |
All other PAL/TAL-exempt applicants |
32660 |
72200 |
48524 |
|
53589 |
|||
10021 |
|||
6430 |
|||
4664 |
|||
220 |
|||
8297 |
|||
Nunavut |
220 |
||
116740 |
|||
1250 |
|||
72977 |
|||
8869 |
|||
339 |
|||
Total |
316276 |
72200 |
48524 |
In a recent announcement, the IRRC stated that master's and doctoral degree students are also required to submit a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) to be eligible for the Canada Study permit. On January 24, 2025, the department further announced that certain categories of students are exempted from the PAL requirement.
The group of students exempted from the PAL requirement in 2025 includes:
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U.S. needs Indian talent to fill skills gap: Nasscom
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Recent surveys have shown that the US labor market requires highly skilled foreign talent to fill the skills gap. Nasscom has stated that skilled Indian professionals, especially those from the IT field, are required in the US.
The apex industry body stated that the IT sector would be the “lynchpin” for the growth of US economy. US President Donald Trump supports the H-1B visa program as it provides a significant pathway to attract Indian skilled professionals to the country.
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The Vice President of Nasscom, Shivendra Singh President, has expressed his faith in the Indian IT industry to meet the skills gap in the US. Commenting on this matter, he said, “Our companies have invested USD 1.1 billion in the US for local upskilling, and we are working with 2,55,000 employees who have been up-skilled and 2.9 million students have been positively impacted. So we are doing our bit in the US working with 130-plus universities and colleges to up-skill locally, so we can hire locally”.
US companies headquartered in India account for 8.5% of the 85,000 tech visas, and 70% of H-1b visas are issued to Indian professionals. The US has pledged its commitment to developing the US tech sector and invested around USD 500 billion in AI infrastructure. The country needs skilled Indian talent to boost the economy further.
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US President Donald Trump supports the H-1B visa program
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In a recent press conference at the US White House on January 21, 2025, US President Donald Trump expressed his support for the H-1B visa program. The country is willing to welcome skilled professionals, especially from India, via the H-1 B visa program to address the labor market demands in the US.
Regarding critics who questioned the availability of jobs for American nationals, President Trump stated, "I also like very competent people coming into our country, even if that involves them training and helping other people who may not have the qualifications they do. I don't want to stop—and I'm not just talking about engineers; I'm talking about people at all levels."
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The recent press conference held at the White House highlighted the need for foreign skilled professionals to join the US workforce. Certain sectors, like technology, engineering, and hospitality, have a higher demand for foreign talent.
The immigration of foreign skilled talent is likely to expand businesses in the US, which would ultimately benefit the entire economy of the US. The H-1B visa program is being seen as a pathway that would facilitate the immigration of foreign talent to the US.
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