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Mauritius: A Top Country for International Business
According to the Nomad Capitalist Freedom Index 2025, Mauritius ranks as one of the top countries worldwide for financial freedom, legal stability, and safety, tying with Monaco for the #1 position Source: Nomad Capitalist Freedom Index 2025 —...
Rising U.S. H-1B Costs Make Canada the Go To Destination for IT Professionals
As the U.S. makes it harder to hire foreign tech workers, Canada’s Global Talent Stream stands out as the best alternative for employers and skilled workers. On September 19, President Trump announced a $100,000 USD government fee for H-1B petitions. This applies to...
What New Immigration Rules Mean for Canadian Visitor Visa Holders
If you’re planning a trip to Canada, recent updates to the country’s immigration procedures mean you may need to prepare more thoroughly than in the past. While Canada remains one of the world’s most welcoming destinations for tourism, new rules proposed by...
Canada Express Entry May Expand in 2026 with New Job Categories
Canada’s Express Entry system could soon become more accessible to professionals in several high-demand fields. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently announced a proposal to add new occupational categories to Express Entry in 2026, aiming to...
Can You Get an E-2 Visa Without Investing?
Understanding the E-2 Essential Employee: What It Is and Who Qualifies Most people associate the E-2 visa with investors launching or buying a business in the U.S. Yet what’s less commonly known is that certain employees of E-2 businesses can also qualify, even if...
Canadian Express Entry Cost Increased for Some Applicants: Who’s Affected and What to Do Next
If you’re planning to immigrate to Canada through the Express Entry system, it’s important to be aware of a recent update that affects your eligibility. On July 7, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) raised the minimum funds required to apply...
Now’s the Time: What to Know About the EB-5 Green Card Before it Changes
The EB-5 green card is a United States immigrant visa that offers permanent residency to foreign nationals who make a qualifying investment in a U.S. business. Created to stimulate the American economy through job creation and capital investment, the EB-5 program...
Teaching in Canada: New Opportunities Through Education Visa Programs
Canada has declared education one of its most critical sectors for economic growth in 2025. With a growing demand for qualified teachers, the federal government has expanded pathways for internationally trained educators to join Canadian classrooms. For those...
Canadian Immigration Refusals are on the Rise in 2025
Those applying for a Canadian visa, permit, or permanent residency in 2025 are facing a higher rate of refusals than in previous years, with many rejections linked to administrative issues within Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Recent reports...
U.S. Travel Ban: What Immigrants, Visa Holders and Families Need to Know
On June 4, 2025, President Trump signed a proclamation implementing a comprehensive U.S. travel ban affecting nationals from 19 countries. The 2025 immigration restriction took effect on June 9, 2025, impacting travellers, immigrants and their U.S.-based families....
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