International students in Canada often begin their journey with a study permit, but many want to stay beyond graduation to build their careers and future. While popular options like the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and Express Entry are widely known, Canada also offers an innovative business immigration pathway — the Start-Up Visa...
E-2 Visa Options for Canadian Investors: Choosing the Right Business for Success
More and more Canadians are exploring opportunities to expand or relocate their businesses to the United States. One of the most flexible visa categories available is the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa, which allows Canadians to live and work in the U.S. for an initial period of up to five years, with the...
Intra-Company Transfer Work Permit Canada – FAQs Answered
The Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) program is one of the most effective ways for multinational companies and entrepreneurs to establish or expand operations in Canada while transferring key personnel. Under this program, foreign executives, senior managers, and employees with specialized knowledge can obtain a Canadian work permit without the need for a Labour...
New Rule Alert: Express Entry Now Requires Upfront Medical Exams for PR Applicants
Big changes are coming to Canada’s Express Entry program. Starting August 21, 2025, all applicants who receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence must complete an Immigration Medical Exam (IME) upfront and include proof with their online application. This new requirement applies to you and all family members listed in...
USCIS Strengthens Marriage-Based Green Card Scrutiny: What Couples Need to Know in 2025
On August 2, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released updates to its Policy Manual that significantly change how marriage-based green card cases — and certain other family-based petitions — are reviewed.
While preventing fraud has always been part of the process, these updates increase the level of scrutiny,...
Key U.S. and Canadian Immigration Updates – September 2025
From proposed green card fast-tracks and a new Visa Bond Pilot Program to Canadian Express Entry advantages, this edition of our Immigration Newsletter covers the latest policy changes and trends impacting individuals, families, and businesses. Learn about the Dignity Act of 2025, self-sponsorship opportunities for H-1B visas, updates to
Working Remotely on a U.S. Visa: What H-1B, E-3, and H-1B1 Employees and Employers Need to Know
Remote and hybrid work arrangements have become a normal part of many workplaces. While they provide flexibility, they also create important legal responsibilities — especially for foreign nationals working in the U.S. under visas such as H-1B, E-3, or H-1B1.
Failing to follow these rules can lead...
Understanding Administrative Processing (INA §221(g)) in 2025: What Visa Applicants Need to Know
For many visa applicants, the consular interview feels like the last step in the process. However, some are told at the end of the interview that their case cannot yet be approved and will undergo “administrative processing” under Section 221(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).
This status can...
Navigating the September 2025 Visa Bulletin: Stability as FY 2025 Closes
The September 2025 Visa Bulletin arrives with minimal movement as the fiscal year comes to an end. Most Employment-Based and Family-Based categories remain unchanged from August, signaling that annual visa limits are near or already reached. Demand remains high, and some categories are already unavailable. Here’s what you need to know.
Foreign Work Experience While Studying Abroad: The Express Entry Advantage
Many Express Entry candidates don’t realize that foreign skilled work experience gained while studying full-time abroad can still boost their CRS score—if it meets certain criteria. IRCC confirms that paid, skilled employment outside Canada during your studies counts toward Skill Transferability Factors, unlike Canadian work experience during school. This means your part-time...
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