IMMIGRATION NEWS

The Ministry of Interior has announced that a total of 70,629 passports are now available for collection throughout the country. Previously, a backlog of 87,454 passports lay uncollected in the Directorate of Immigration headquarters and regional offices. Every Wednesday, the Immigration Department…

In 2022, Kenyans displayed a greater interest in obtaining Schengen visas compared to their neighbouring East African countries, as per Schengen statistics. The report indicates that a total of 48,892 Kenyans submitted visa applications, collectively spending Sh618.5 million (€3.9 million). Notably…

The United Kingdom is a favoured destination for individuals worldwide, whether they are visiting for leisure, education, employment, or family purposes. Consequently, the UK government receives a significant number of visa applications annually. The time it takes to process these visas varies…

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has increased the validity period for initial and renewal Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for certain non-citizens to 5 years. This includes non-citizens admitted to the US and refugees, paroled as refugees, granted asylum, as well as…

For foreign workers seeking to make a meaningful contribution to Canada's economy, society, or culture, obtaining a Canadian Significant Benefit Work Permit can be a game-changer. This article delves into the necessary steps to obtain a Significant Benefit Work Permit (SBWP) and who is eligible for…

Registration for the DV-2025 Diversity Visa, popularly known as the green card lottery, is currently ongoing. Registration for the program opened on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 12pm EDT and runs until Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 12pm EST. To  participate in the program, applicants must be…

The German government has given its final approval to an innovative immigration law aimed at making it easier for skilled workers from outside the European Union (EU) to move to Germany. Starting November 2023, Germany will introduce the law in three phases to streamline the migration of skilled…

The British government has implemented a visa fee increase impacting travellers worldwide, including many Kenyan visitors. Visa seekers wishing to enter the United Kingdom should brace themselves for steeper charges in light of new fee adjustments. The adjustments include an additional charge of £…

Registration for the DV-2025 Diversity Visa, popularly known as the green card lottery, is now open. Registration for the program opened on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 12pm EDT and runs until Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 12pm EST. The Diversity Visa program runs each year and makes available on a…

Australia has taken significant measures to enhance its global education system by closing a notable loophole that permitted educational institutions to quickly transition international students into work arrangements upon their arrival. In an effort to secure the financial well-being of…