Latest Immigration News

New Zealand is set to implement significant revisions to its Open Work Visa policies starting April 20, 2026, introducing two distinct employment conditions to enhance clarity and migrant protection.

Germany's federal government has unveiled ambitious plans to accelerate the integration of asylum seekers into the labor market, allowing them to start working as early as three months after filing their asylum applications.

DGME confirms DIMEX delays Costa Rica 2026 of 3-4 months; temporary concessions extended for foreign residents.

Japan permanent residency new rules 2026 are now in effect as of February 24, requiring applicants to hold a five-year visa and meet stricter compliance standards.

Spain opens thousands of seasonal work visa slots for 2026. Indians eligible for agriculture & hospitality jobs with €1,134+ monthly wage, free housing, and fast processing. No language test required.

Latvia opens 5,000+ seasonal work visa slots for 2026. Indian workers can apply for jobs in agriculture, construction, and hospitality with no language test, free accommodation, and EU-standard wages. Fast 15-45 day processing with low upfront costs.

Spain Digital Nomad Visa 2026 now fully live: 5-year renewable stay for global remote workers. €2,760/month income, fast processing, family inclusion. Work from sunny Spain!

Italy's Digital Nomad Visa is live in 2026: work remotely for 1 year (renewable) with family, €28k income, and zero local clie

EU confirms EES rollout Oct 2025 → full mandatory by April 2026. ETIAS pushed to late 2026. 12-month transition period planned. No immediate change for Indian visa holders.

INZ adds 47 roles to AEWV list from March 9, 2026. Chefs reclassified for clearer sponsorship. Employers must still advertise locally.

Sri Lanka has revamped its visa: now valid for up to 5 years with a lower $1,500 income bar. Here’s why it’s the hottest new destination for remote workers in 2026.

DOL proposes major H-1B and PERM wage hike: rule clears OMB review Feb 2026. Higher prevailing wages expected across all levels. Public comment period next.

Japan introduces JESTA travel authorization for 74 visa-free countries by 2028. Here's what travelers need to know.

Vietnam eliminates slow consular legalization from September 2026. Here's how the new Apostille system cuts costs and processing time for Indians moving to Vietnam.

The Germany digital visa portal 2026 is now fully live. Discover how skilled workers can use the new online platform to apply for work visas, reduce processing times, and streamline immigration.

The VINCE app migrant integration 2026 initiative launched February 20 in Finland and Sweden, offering AI-powered multilingual guidance on housing, healthcare, employment rights, and daily life — co-designed with migrants to tackle information barriers and speed up settlement across Europe.

France has closed the door on informal visa bookings and gone fully digital. Effective February 20, 2026, all applicants must book appointments exclusively through the official France-Visas portal to improve security and transparency.

President Macron announces a six-month visa-free transit pilot at French airports and a major push to welcome 30,000 Indian students annually by 2030. Discover key benefits for travelers and scholars.

Finland raises the bar for PR: Now 6 years + B1 language + 2 years work. New rules effective January 8, 2026. Four-year fast track still available for high earners and master's graduates. Full breakdown inside

UAE doubles remote visa income proof to 6 months (effective Jan 27, 2026). Learn the new $3,500/month requirement and how this impacts digital nomads.