Category: Americas

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

UK Government Issues Travel Warning Against All Travel To Caribbean

British nationals are being told not to go to Haiti due to UK Government concerns about civil unrest and violence. While Haiti is a lovely destination that is expected to see significant tourism growth in the following years, the UK government is advising British citizens not to visit the island or plan holidays in the…
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Brazil Visa Requirements For Australian, Canadian, and US Citizens

Brazil continues to captivate the hearts of millions of travellers each year as a sought-after destination. However, as of April 10, 2024, visitors from Australia, Canada, and the United States will once again need to secure a visa before departing to Brazil. This is following the reintroduction of visa requirements by the Brazilian government. In…
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Canada Implements Stricter Visa Requirements For Mexicans

Canada’s government is immediately reimposing the visa requirements for Mexican nationals visiting Canada. On 29 February, Mexican citizens travelling to Canada will need to meet new requirements to travel to Canada. Previously, all Mexican citizens were eligible to receive an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) to enter Canada. The decision to reimpose visa requirements comes in…
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Austria And The US Signed A New Working Holiday Agreement

Austria and the United States have launched a new Working Holiday Program which allows young Austrian and US nationals to learn about each other’s cultures and professional environments. On February 20, 2024, Austrian Ambassador Petra Schneebauer and US Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Lee Satterfield signed a Professional Development and Cultural…
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US Visa Fee Increase On Various Non-Immigrant Visas

The United States has recently announced a substantial hike in fees for various non-immigrant visas, such as the H-1B, L-1, and EB-5, set to take effect from April 1, 2024. Among these, the H-1B visa stands out as a crucial non-immigrant category that enables US companies to engage foreign workers in specialised occupations requiring theoretical…
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