The UK Adds New Secure English Language Tests (SELT) Requirement for Visa Applicants in April 2025

The UK Adds New Secure English Language Tests (SELT) Requirement for Visa Applicants in April 2025

International visa applicants now have more options thanks to the UK Home Officeโ€™s expansion of the list of Secure English Language Tests (SELT) that are accepted as of April 2025. The UK government has confirmed its confidence in companies such as Pearson, Trinity College London, IELTS SELT Consortium, and PSI Services (UK) Ltd.โ€”Skills for English, โ€ฆ Read more

Saudi Arabia Suspends Visas for 14 Countries, Including Nigeria, Until June 2025

Saudi Arabia Suspends Visas for 14 Countries, Including Nigeria, Until June 2025

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has abruptly suspended all Umrah, business, and family visit visas for 14 nations, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Egypt, a startling decision that has alarmed thousands of eager tourists. The ruling, which took effect in early April 2025, has raised concerns among religious tour organizers, travel agencies, and โ€ฆ Read more

US immigration Revoke Student Visas of International Students at Harvard and Stanford

US immigration authorities revoke student visas for International Students in Harvard and Stanford

In an increasing number of cases, US immigration authorities have revoked student permits for foreign nationals attending prestigious universities like Stanford, Harvard, and Tufts, which has alarmed university officials. According to cases filed by two students, their visas were revoked without following the proper procedures. Read Also: According to statements made by colleges over the โ€ฆ Read more

Luxembourg Introduces New Eligibility Criteria for Work Visas for Skill Shortage Jobs

Luxembourg Introduces New Eligibility Criteria for Work Visas for Skill Shortage Jobs

Luxembourg announces major changes to its eligibility requirements for work visas in 2025, with a focus on candidates looking to work in fields with a skills shortage. This measure is a component of the governmentโ€™s plan to close important labor market gaps and draw in international talent in order to sustain economic growth and competitiveness. โ€ฆ Read more

Happy Times as the UK Government Increases National Minimum Wage on April 1, 2025

Happy Times as the UK Government Increases National Minimum Wage on April 1, 2025

As of April 1, 2025, the UK government increases the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW) and the results appear to be quite encouraging this time around. If youโ€™ve been earning minimum wage, youโ€™ll soon be earning more without even switching jobs! Now letโ€™s go through what the UK government is offering โ€ฆ Read more

The University of Calgary Explains Notice of Revocation of U.S. Study Visa for International Students

The University of Calgary Explains Notice of Revocation of U.S. Study Visa for International Students

The recent spate of visa revocation notices may seem worrying to overseas students who are enrolled in courses in the United States on a valid F-1 or J-1 visa. To allay the concerns of international students, the University of Calgary has provided some useful clarification, and weโ€™re here to explain it all to you. U.S. โ€ฆ Read more