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According to the experts, hundreds of Eritreans were also subjected to summary deportations at the end of June. “Collective expulsions are prohibited under international law,” the...
The European Commission and the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) are launching an open call for civil society organisations interested in participating in the 8th...
Forty-six asylum seekers arrived at the former military site in Wethersfield, Essex, today (Wednesday 12 July) with more individuals to arrive in the coming weeks. This...
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced today that we are expanding myProgress (formerly known as personalized processing times) to Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, and...
Canada makes it easier for Hong Kongers to stay and work in Canada From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Canada continues to stand by...
With arrivals on the rise and only one First Reception Centre (FRC), Cyprus’ migration management system has been under a lot of strain. To address the...
MP Chiang to announce continued support for Hong Kong residents in Canada From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Media advisory Paul Chiang, Parliamentary Secretary to the...
The two-day military operation was the fiercest in over 20 years, according to the UN agency that supports Palestine refugees, UNRWA. At least 12 people were...
Biden-Harris Administration continues strategy to provide lawful pathways and reduce dangerous irregular migration WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced the implementation...
Canada announces First-Ever Express Entry invitations for French-speaking newcomers From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release The French language is an integral part of the...
New tool provides option to reschedule a biometric services appointment online without calling the USCIS Contact Center WASHINGTON—On June 28, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services launched...
The Regional Development and Protection Programmes (RDPPs) in North Africa and the Horn of Africa are an important part of the European Agenda on Migration. Funded...
This year’s Eurobarometer surveys on corruption found that 4 in 10 citizens believe that corruption has risen in their country over the past three years, with...
July 1, 2023 – Toronto, ON — The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement today: “Canada is the greatest country in...
Minister Fraser to attend Canada Day citizenship ceremonies in Toronto From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Media advisory The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees...
WASHINGTON— U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will celebrate Independence Day this year by welcoming more than 5,500 new citizens in more than 180 naturalization ceremonies between...
Following discussions with the Upper Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) and a recent court judgment, the OISC has amended its current JRCM Practice Note, removing Section...
Commenting on the publication of the report, the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration, David Neal, said: I welcome the publication of this report on...
Canada announces new immigration stream specific to health workers From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Communities across Canada need health workers. The health field...
Category-based selection – Health workers From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Backgrounder On June 28, 2023, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,...
Canada announces First-Ever Express Entry invitations for skilled newcomers with STEM experience From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Recognizing the immense value and transformative...
Bedford, Nova Scotia, June 27, 2023—The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will be joined by the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of...
New investment in the Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia to provide pre-arrival services for newcomers From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Pre-arrival settlement...
The Start-up Visa (SUV) Program provides a path to permanent residence for foreign entrepreneurs who gain the support of a designated Canadian venture capital fund, angel...
Minister Fraser launches Canada’s first-ever Tech Talent Strategy at Collision 2023 From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Canada’s high-growth industries will provide the jobs...
New measure to benefit foreign workers looking to improve their skills From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Every year, thousands of temporary foreign workers...
New investment for Collège La Cité and Colleges and Institutes Canada to provide pre-arrival services for newcomers From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Pre-arrival...
The event EU Info Days on the Horizon Europe “Civil Security for Society” cluster, taking place in Brussels on the 27th and 28th of June, will...
Illicit drugs pose a complex security and health risk which affects millions of people in the European Union. To reduce drug supply, demand, and harm, the...
According to the Projected Global Resettlement Needs Assessment for 2024, over 2.4 million refugees will be in need of resettlement, marking a 20 per cent increase compared...
Minister Fraser to attend Collision Conference for exclusive announcement and a special citizenship ceremony From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Media advisory The Honourable Sean Fraser,...
Section 48(2)(j) of the UK Borders Act 2007 provides that the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration (ICIBI) shall: “consider and make recommendations about …...
In Spain, two Emergency Assistance (EMAS) projects funded by the Asylum Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF) were set up to ensure better reception and registration of...
Current Beneficiaries Must Re-register to Maintain Their Status After June 30, 2024 WASHINGTON — The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today posted Federal Register notices extending...
Inspiring hope and creating opportunities for refugees From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Statement “Today, on World Refugee Day, the global community honours the strength and...
UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) is introducing a new, globally consistent, digital process for applying online for a UK visa and offers customers a safer, more...
“‘I kept running for days, holding my children tightly and fearing we could be caught at any time. I left my family, friends, and home to...
Oksana and 11-year-old Sasha are among more than 100,000 Ukrainians who have been welcomed into homes across the United Kingdom after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine...
The European Commission welcomes the successful political agreement reached by the Member States at the Home Affairs Council on 8 June on the New Pact on...
In this feature, part of a series exploring trafficking in the Sahel, UN News focuses on migrant smuggling. Migrant smugglers have been reaping rich dividends over...
Statement from Minister Fraser concerning the Supreme Court’s decision on the Safe Third Country Agreement From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Statement The Honourable Sean Fraser,...
The Home Office has conducted a record number of visits targeting illegal working in one day, as part of a nationwide operation. During the operation, which...
June 15, 2023, Ottawa – Francophone immigration is at the heart of the Government of Canada’s priorities. The country has always been a forerunner in its initiatives...
An estimated 6.1 million are internally displaced, a 17 per cent increase from October, according to its Displacement Tracking Matrix. IOM said civilians have been killed...
Commenting on the publication of the report, the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration, David Neal, said: I welcome the publication of my re-inspection report...
Commenting on the publication of the report, the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration, David Neal, said: When I inspected the initial processing of migrants...
On June 14 and 15, the European Union will be hosting the VII. Brussels Conference on ‘Supporting the future of Syria and the region’ #SyriaConf2023. The...
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today released policy guidance on the eligibility criteria for initial and renewal applications for employment authorization documents (EADs) in compelling circumstances...
Minister Fraser to address recent reports of international student fraud From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Media advisory The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees...
Statement from Minister Fraser concerning reports of international student fraud From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Statement Today, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and...
Decision Extends TPS Designations for 18 Months for Current Beneficiaries WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the rescission of the prior Administration’s terminations of...
The agency’s flagship annual report, Global Trends in Forced Displacement 2022, found that by the end of 2022, the number of people displaced by war, persecution,...
Canadian businesses welcome changes to the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Backgrounder The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees...
Canada opens new economic immigration streams for skilled refugees and other displaced people From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Refugees and other displaced individuals...
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced the expansion of premium processing for applicants filing Form I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status, and seeking a change...
Free replacement documents for Canadians and special measures for people affected by severe wildfires From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release With the country experiencing...
If you are looking for assistance with any part of the OISC application process, or you want advice on best practice when preparing your application, then...
Citizenship Instruction and Naturalization Application Services: This grant opportunity will fund public or nonprofit organizations that offer both citizenship instruction and naturalization application services to lawful...
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) today announced that certain individuals requesting parole based on urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit can file Form I-131, Application...
Effective June 9, 2023, through July 31, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will consider, on a case-by-case basis for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant...
Link: https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2023/06/08/migration-policy-council-reaches-agreement-on-key-asylum-and-migration-laws/, dated June 9, 2023 9:15 am
Echo announcement at Freedom Toronto regarding Rainbow Railroad From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Media advisory The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,...
Effective June 8, 2023, certain additional Afghan parolees are employment authorized incident to parole. This updated guidance applies to certain Afghan parolees whose unexpired Form I-94,...
Credit: D.I.I.C.O.T. and Poliția The investigation began after several Turkish and Syrian nationals were arrested on German territory near the borders with Austria, the Czech Republic...
On 8 June 2023, the Commission published the 2023 EU Justice Scoreboard. The Scoreboard gives an annual overview of the efficiency, quality and independence of the...
The Commission services with Bulgaria and Romania stepped up their cooperation and are implementing the Pilot project, on the basis of applicable Union and national legislation,...
Eligible travellers from 13 more countries now qualify for visa-free travel to Canada From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Canada is a destination of choice...
Eligible travellers from 13 more countries now qualify for an electronic travel authorization From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Backgrounder On June 6, 2023, the Honourable...
USCIS has updated the Lockbox Filing Location Updates page on our website to now include service center filing location updates as well: Lockbox and Service Center...
Link: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_23_3056, dated June 6, 2023 4:02 pm
Nationals from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and Jordan will soon only be required to pay £10 to apply for an ETA, which will allow...
Minister Fraser to visit Winnipeg for immigration announcement and a special citizenship ceremony From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Media advisory The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister...
The scope of this inspection will focus on Border Force’s capability in detecting imported prohibited and restricted items in fast parcels at the border . The...
The number fleeing violence in Sudan since fighting between rival militaries began in mid-April in Khartoum, quickly destabilizing the entire country, has now topped 100,000. Tweet...
Consolidating Schengen governance: The new Schengen evaluation framework with targeted country recommendations will further help Member States to strengthen their operational capacity. On this basis, the Schengen Council...
Effective today, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has changed the filing location for certain affirmative asylum applications submitted by mail. We expect this change to help...
Correspondence, dated 26 May, from Lord Murray, Lords Minister, to Lord Coaker, which sets out the government amendments tabled for Lords Committee. Link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/letter-from-lord-murray-about-further-government-amendments-to-the-illegal-migration-bill, dated May...
Canada launches new process to welcome skilled newcomers with work experience in priority jobs as permanent residents From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release With...
The draconian law foresees the application of the death penalty and long prison sentences for consensual sex between adults. Tweet URL UN_Spokesperson Non-discrimination principle Mr. Guterres...
The country, commonly known as North Korea, attempted to fire off its first military reconnaissance satellite earlier that day but it crashed into the sea, according...
In its new Monitor on the World of Work report, ILO shows that while in high-income countries, only 8.2 per cent of people willing to work...
Following the catastrophic 7.8-magnitude earthquake that hit Türkiye and Syria in February 2023, aid from all over Europe was sent on site to assist national authorities and organisations...
Today, the Commission adopted the EU strategy on voluntary return and reintegration. The strategy promotes the importance of voluntary returns and aims at increasing their share...
Delivering his latest update, IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi reported that the situation at the Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) – the largest in Europe...
“The practice of incommunicado detention of members of the political opposition and prominent figures sentenced to lengthy prison terms for voicing dissent increased in 2023,” the 18 Special...
“Racism and xenophobia continue to spoil our communities, like scars that spoil the fabric of society. The hatred and violence they engender persist, demanding our collective...
“It is vital that the recent diplomatic moves are matched with real action,” said Geir Pedersen, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Syria, briefing the Security...
WMO warned on Tuesday that glaciers and ice sheet melt in Greenland and Antarctica accounts for some 50 per cent of sea level rise, which is accelerating,...
WFP’s Country Director in Sudan, Eddie Rowe, told reporters in Geneva that in a major breakthrough, the agency distributed food assistance to 15,000 people in both Sudanese Armed...
The latest integrated food security phase classification (IPC) analysis, reported on Sunday that of the total number of affected people, 1.8 million are in an emergency-level...
Canada invites over 13,500 new Canadians during Citizenship Week From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Every year, Citizenship Week is a chance to celebrate...
Canada welcomes over 13,500 new Canadians during Citizenship Week From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Every year, Citizenship Week is a chance to celebrate...
Sudan, Burkina Faso, Haiti and Mali have been elevated to the highest alert level, joining Afghanistan, Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan and Yemen. Tweet URL FAOnews Additionally, a...
“United Nations peacekeepers are the beating heart of our commitment to a more peaceful world,” Secretary-General António Guterres said in his message for the Day. Tweet...
“I can’t think of a better way than using food to bring everyone to the table,” said Elroi Yee, an investigative reporter and producer of the...
Period poverty, or the inability to afford menstrual products, is a serious issue especially in developing countries, an issue menstruating girls and women grapple with monthly...
This feature, which focuses on the illegal trade in substandard and fake medicines, is part of a UN News series exploring the fight against trafficking in...
Canada is reuniting loved ones through new immigration measures New measures also address labour shortages in Canada From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Vancouver—Families...
Canada welcomes Afghans through new humanitarian partnership From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Strong humanitarian partnerships to navigate complex geopolitical realities are crucial in...
The US National Hurricane Center acts as WMO’s Regional Specialized Meteorological hub, based in Miami, Florida. Tweet URL WMO There is a 40 per cent chance...