Employer-sponsored Migration This information is about migration to Australia where an employer is sponsoring a person to fill a position in their organisation Summary of migration requirements There are four categories for employer-sponsored migration to Australia: The Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) has been developed for Australian employers to recruit permanent, highly-skilled staff from overseas or from people … Read more
Italy started a crackdown on illegal immigration in May. Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi proposed new rules under which illegal immigrants would be deported more speedily, even before their appeals are heard. The new and less welcoming national mood was expressed by the Italian President Carlo Azeglio Ciampi. Italy and Europe, he said had a “reduced … Read more
Who is a Business Immigrant? Business immigrants are people who can invest in, or start businesses in Canada and are expected to support the development of a strong and prosperous Canadian economy. The Business Immigration Programs seek to attract people experienced in business to Canada. Business immigrants are selected based on their ability to become … Read more
Immigrating to Quebec as a Skilled Worker The Quebec government and the Government of Canada have an agreement that allows Quebec to select immigrants who best meet its immigration needs. Under the Canada-Quebec Accord on Immigration, Quebec is able to establish its own immigration requirements and select immigrants who will adapt well to living in Quebec. … Read more
‘Special Migration’ Program This information is about migrating to Australia under Australia’s Special Migration program. This information is a general guide only. Detailed information is set out in Booklet 8, Special Migration. You must read the booklet before completing an application for migration. This page has links to general information which describes each of the Special Migration categories, … Read more
Business Skills Entry This information is about migrating to Australia as a business person. Summary of migration requirements The Business Skills visa class of Australia’s migration program encourages successful business people to settle permanently in Australia and develop new or existing businesses. Business owners, senior executives and investors can apply for a visa under the … Read more
Immigration has moved up the agenda as the government realises that immigration is an issue it has to tackle.Home Secretary David Blunkett has developed a reputation for toughness. His proposed Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Bill would impose stricter measures against people coming into the country seeking asylum. Immigrants could be deported even before their appeals … Read more
Germany is a popular destination for migrants, but immigration is becoming increasingly controversial. A law designed to tighten up asylum rules and encourage integration was passed recently. It provides for German lessons for immigrants already in Germany and aims to give preference to professional workers in future. Interior Minister Otto Schily declared: “With this law, … Read more
International Adoption Canadian law allows you to adopt a child from another country if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. To bring your adoptive child to Canada, you must sponsor the child for immigration. You can start sponsoring a child as soon as you decide to adopt or you can wait until after … Read more
Provincial Nomination Most provinces in Canada have an agreement with the Government of Canada that allows them to play a more direct role in selecting immigrants who wish to settle in that province. If you wish to immigrate to one of Canada’s provinces as a Provincial Nominee, you must first apply to the province where … Read more
