Big opportunity for skilled migrants: New Zealand introduces simplified residency visa
ISLAMABAD: New Zealand has introduced a new “Skilled Migrant Resident Visa” to streamline the process for obtaining permanent residency. Experts are hailing this as an important development for skilled professionals looking to settle in New Zealand. Under this new scheme of visas, foreigners who practice skills and want to live
Russia launches new visa program, opening doors for skilled Pakistanis
ISLAMABAD: Russia has introduced a new visa initiative aimed at attracting highly skilled foreign professionals, creating what experts describe as a significant opportunity for talented individuals from countries including Pakistan. Introduced on April 15, the policy is meant to help the country gain highly valued foreign nationals by giving them
Kuwait strikes hard on citizenship fraud: Thousands lose nationality
KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait has gone to an extreme by removing citizenship from 1,266 people in the context of the nation’s continuous efforts to ensure adherence to the existing nationality laws. This move, which extends even to the relatives of the affected persons, has been undertaken based on directives from the
Cyprus warns Pakistani nationals: Illegal immigration could lead to severe consequences
ISLAMABAD: An urgent advisory issued by the Bureau of Immigration and Overseas Employment (BIOE) warned Pakistani nationals staying in Cyprus about the dire consequences of involvement in illegal immigration and remaining within the jurisdiction of the country illegally. Through an awareness bulletin, the Bureau advised all Pakistani citizens staying in
Kuwait makes key move on foreign workers, new decision unveiled
Kuwait City: The Public Authority for Manpower (PAM) in Kuwait has quickly reacted to the complaints filed by the foreign workers. It immediately addressed the complaints of the foreign workers, providing the necessary assistance in dealing with the problem. As per reports from the foreign press, the move came following
Germany offers new job opportunities for Pakistanis: Document verification is key
ISLAMABAD: Pakistanis seeking job opportunities in Germany must make sure that their educational qualifications are properly authenticated and duly approved according to the recent instructions. It has been instructed by the Bureau of Immigration and Overseas Employment that candidates should have their educational records verified through the German Recognition System
Heavy rain and landslides block Karakoram Highway in GB
Gilgit Baltistan: Traffic on various sections of the Karakoram Highway has been stopped by floods and landslides in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) due to torrential rains. A spokesman for Gilgit-Baltistan Police informed that torrential rains have wreaked havoc in the region and caused various landslides, blocking off the main road. A massive
From students to investors: Russia opens applications for global talent
MOSCOW: Russia has launched a digital program aimed at recruiting professionals from different parts of the world. The program called “Time to Live in Russia” enables foreigners to register online to seek residence and employment opportunities in the country. As per the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the online portal
Big News for UK-Bound Individuals: Important Changes to Visa Fees
ISLAMABAD: A significant update has emerged for individuals wishing to travel to the United Kingdom. As reported by the UK government, a hike in visa fees will take effect across all visa types, from student visas to applications for UK citizenship. The Home Office revealed that the changes have become
Spain’s new regularization policy: Key clarification for immigrants
ISLAMABAD: The Bureau of Immigration & Overseas Employment has made an important clarification in relation to the newly introduced regularization program by the Spanish government for undocumented immigrants. As per the notification, the Spanish government has decided to legalize the stay of illegal immigrants, provided that such immigrants have been
