June 2023 update on UK Visa processing times

Applications made outside the UK Category – overseas applications Processing time Standard Visitor 3 weeks Permitted Paid Engagement 3 weeks Marriage Visitor 3 weeks Chinese tour group 3 weeks Transit 3 weeks Student 3 weeks Child Student 3 weeks Study English in the UK 3 weeks Family visas 24 weeks Skilled Worker 3 weeks Health…

British Government announces Rs. 1 Million relocation grant for Teachers to work in the UK

UK International Relocation Payment The UK government announced Rs. 1 million under the  pilot scheme in the FY 2023-24. It aims to bring more overseas teaching staff into the country. This includes: IRP teacher recruitment in UK: Countries included Eligibility criteria Expenses covered in IRP grant Last date to apply: The applications are accepted till…

Dual Citizenship in India. All you need to know about Overseas Citizenship of India!

Here’s an example to illustrate dual citizenship: Does India accepts Dual Citizenship? Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) Card However, it’s important to note that the OCI card does not confer Indian citizenship. It is not equivalent to dual citizenship. OCI cardholders do not have the right to vote, hold public office, or obtain government employment…

Australia to Implement Canada-like Point-based Immigration System to Attract Immigrants

How Australia is planning to review its point-based immigration system? – As part of the review of Australia’s migration system, the Government has proposed to draw on state and territory expertise and be supported by improved data collection and sharing between governments. This approach to place-based should allow movement away from the state and territory…

5 New Benefits for International Students in Canada

Newly Announced Benefits by Canada for Indian Students Between 2022 and 2023, the number of study visa applications is estimated to reach approximately 753,000, as per a report . This means that many international students from India will get the chance to study in Canada. The Student Direct Stream (SDS) is an advanced study permit…