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USA E Verify online authentication system still shut down
Due to the continuing budget approval crisis and government shutdown, the essential E-Verify online system is still not available, causing problems for employers wishing to verify new expat staff.
The Federal online programme allows employers to check workers’ names, their social security numbers, proof of citizenship and other details...
E-Verify shutdown causes delays for US work permit authorisations
Prospective migrants to the USA are being advised to file their applications as soon as possible in case the government shutdown suspends visa applications.
Immigrants who have filed for work permits are already being affected as the E-Verify authorisation process centrally funded by the government has now closed down. Those applying for...
US visa delays expected as a result of shutdown
The shutdown of the US government is expected to hit hard on immigrants waiting for visa approvals and others planning to submit their applications.
US consular and mission services across the world are to continue to work as normal for a few more days, after which embassies and consulates will only function to serve diplomatic issues and...
New study confirms migrants have difficulty getting jobs in Canada
A survey undertaken in Canada’s Hamilton region has revealed that language difficulties and lack of work experience in the country is preventing expats form getting jobs.
Research into local firms and their requirements found that, although companies are open to employing incomers from overseas, they rarely do so, preferring nationals...
Backpacker working holiday visas make problems for Oz school leavers
Australia’s working holiday visas have soared in popularity since the financial crash, with the high numbers granted to backpackers now causing job shortages for school-leavers.
Data released by Australia’s immigration department has revealed a 30 pre cent increase in the number of working holiday visas given out since 2008. During...
New UAE website aims at cultural guidance for expats and immigrants
For Westerners taking up jobs in the United Arab Emirates, one of the most difficult issues is an understanding of Islamic culture and acceptable social behaviour.
In an attempt to ease the transition period, an Emirati professional has launched a website giving explanations and clear instructions on how to avoid cultural gaffes in the...
Canada announces route to permenent residency for graduates and skilled workers
A new Canadian immigration programme announced last Tuesday aims to give certain groups of temporary foreign workers and graduates a route to permanent residency and citizenship.
The Canadian Experience Class is unlike other programmes in that it takes into account work or study experience in the country as part of the evaluation of...
Obese chef in New Zealand begs for financial assistance to avoid deportation
The sad tale of the South African chef and his wife who had worked in New Zealand for years before his work visa was refused due to his extremely large size has taken a turn for the worse.
The plight of Albert Buitenhuis and Marthie, his wife, dominated expat media and Kiwi news sites for days after it became public knowledge. Even...
Kiwi skill shortage list changes threaten migrant HGV drivers
Haulage contractor companies in New Zealand are slamming the upcoming removal of HGV and truck driving from its skills shortages list, saying their businesses will suffer.
In six months’ time the classification will be removed from New Zealand immigration’s skills list, forcing experienced HGV and heavy vehicle drivers to return to...
Brit and US couple forced to close new business due to visa hassle
An immigration snag is forcing new arrivals in the USA Peter Krykant and Catherine Ligo to close their teashop after two months and return to the UK.
British Isles Flavours and Styles, an old-fashioned teashop in Southport’s Howe Street, was opened by the couple just two months ago. Having lost an immigration battle due to a...
