Category: Americas

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

New Zealand Working Holiday Visa

The Working Holiday Scheme is an agreement between countries that could let you work or study in New Zealand for up to a year.  Unlike the Visitor Visa, which only allows you to travel on your holiday, the Working Holiday Scheme visa allows you to work in any job. Working holiday visas are available to…
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USA Travel Ban: Bypass the USA Travel Ban with a National Interest Exception

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in numerous presidential proclamations restricting travel and entry into the United States. The majority of travellers from China, Iran, Brazil, South Africa, Schengen Area, United Kingdom, Ireland and India 14 days prior to seeking entry to the US are prohibited from entering the country. Despite having more vaccine doses…
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Canada Bars International Students in Ontario

Canada is one of the countries that provided provisions for international students to enter their territory amidst the pandemic. However, Ontario may temporarily suspend entry for international students. Following a meeting with the provinces on 29 April, Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is putting in motion the steps to suspend international student travel to Ontario.…
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Australia Working Holiday Visa – Travel and Work in Australia on Your Gap Year

The Australian Work Holiday Visa (WHV) is to allow young people to travel and work at the same time if they need more funds to keep the adventure going. This will drive money into the local economy and allow travellers to make lifelong connections with their Australian and international coworkers. Hopefully, those people participating in…
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Canada Updates Entry Requirements & Travel Ban

The rising coronavirus infection rate across Canada has caused health officials to amend their travel protocols for incoming travellers and for opposition leaders calling on the federal government for a complete ban on international travel. Canada announced that from 22 April, tighter travel restrictions will be in place for 30 days to halt further spread…
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