Understanding Canada’s Visitor and Tourist Visas: What You Need to Know

Canada is a top destination for tourists and visitors from all over the world, offering stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich cultural experiences. Whether you want to visit family, explore the country’s beautiful national parks, or attend business meetings, you may need a Visitor Visa or Tourist Visa to enter Canada. Here’s everything you need to...

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グリーンカード更新の有効期限を36か月に延長

2024年9月10日、米国移民局(USCIS)はI-90フォーム(永住者カード更新申請書)を提出した永住者に対して永住者カード(グリーンカード)の有効期限が自動的に36か月延長されることを発表しました。 有効期限が近づいている、または期限が切れたグリーンカードを更新するためにI-90フォームを正しく提出した申請者は、この延長が対象になります。以前の有効期限は24か月延長されていましたが、USCISはI-90フォームの受領通知の文言を更新し、新規の更新申請が提出された場合、現在のグリーンカードの表記上の有効期限から36か月間延長される内容が記載されます。9月10日より保留中のI-90申請に対して修正された受領通知を発送しています。これらの受領通知は、期限切れのグリーンカードとともに提示することで、ステータスが継続している証拠として使用できます。この延長措置により処理時間が長くなる申請者が更新されたグリーンカードを受け取るまでの間、合法的な永住者としてのステータスの証明を受けることができる方法です。もしグリーンカードを紛失してしまい、その状況下で永住者ステータスの証明が必要な場合、USCISに連絡してUSCISオフィスでの予約を依頼することができます。I-90フォームを提出した後、Alien Documentation, Identification, and Telecommunications (ADIT) スタンプを発行されることがあります。詳細はUSCISのReplace Your Green Cardページをご覧ください。申請中に住所が変更された場合、USCISオンラインアカウントをお持ちであれば、そこから住所更新ができます。また多発している移民詐欺からも自分の身を守りましょう。移民関連の法的助言が必要な場合は、助言をする人物が合法的に認可されていることを確認してください。詳細はUSCISの公式websiteで確認してください。

USCIS Updates Policy Guidance on the Child Status Protection Act ‘Sought to Acquire’ Requirement: Clarifications on Extraordinary Circumstances and Visa Availability

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today issued guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual to clarify how to calculate the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) age for a noncitizen who demonstrates extraordinary circumstances that may excuse the “sought to acquire” requirement under the CSPA. 

This publication clarifies that:

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How Immigration Positively Impacts Social Security and Medicare: A Surprising Perspective

Immigration is often a controversial topic, especially when it comes to its economic impacts. Contrary to popular belief, immigrants — both legal and undocumented — contribute positively to Social Security and Medicare. Immigrants, particularly younger workers, help fund these programs by paying taxes, and because they generally have more children, they also...

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Immigrant Entrepreneurs: Driving Innovation and Economic Power in 2024

In 2024, the influence of immigrant entrepreneurs on the U.S. economy is more visible than ever. These business pioneers have played a pivotal role in shaping the American corporate landscape, with nearly half of the Fortune 500 companies founded by immigrants or their children. This trend reflects how critical immigrant-led innovation is...

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The Impact of the Recent Federal Interest Rate Cut on Immigration in the U.S.

On September 19, 2024, the Federal Reserve announced a significant cut to interest rates, a move aimed at stimulating economic growth amid various domestic and global challenges. While the immediate effects of such a decision are often analyzed through the lens of economic indicators, the implications for immigration policy and trends are...

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USCIS Extends Green Card Validity to 36 Months for Renewals Starting September 10, 2024

Effective Sept. 10, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services automatically extended the validity of Permanent Resident Cards (also known as Green Cards) to 36 months for lawful permanent residents who file Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card.    

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Strengthening Canada’s Temporary Residence Programs: Key Changes

Canada’s immigration system is evolving to address new economic realities, particularly with the Temporary Residence (TR) programs. In response to changing labour market conditions, the government is introducing key reforms to manage the volume of temporary residents and strengthen program integrity.

Reducing Temporary Residents

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