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US Immigrant Visa Pause

US Immigrant Visa Pause 2026: What Workers With Cancelled Interviews Need to Do Now 

The issue of the pause for U.S. immigration in 2026 is a true concern. The U.S. State Department in early August suspended every immigrant visa application submitted to U.S. embassies and consulates around the world—including…

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Myanmar Workers in Japan: Hokkaido Abuse Allegations Are Spiraling — What Happens to Their Jobs and Visas?  

In Hokkaido, six Myanmar nationals at a farm have lodged complaints of physical assaults and sexual harassment by the farm workers, leading to a new case of labour abuse involving workers in Japan. This has…

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TN Visa Workers in USA: $11.5 Million Hyundai-Kia Settlement Exposes Job-Switching Risks for Migrant Engineers 

In the USA today, TN visa workers are once again in the spotlight, following an $11.5 million settlement by a federal judge between Hyundai Mobis, Kia Georgia, and two recruitment firms. A group of Mexican…

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UK Skilled Worker Visa 2026: Can Small Businesses Still Sponsor Foreign Workers? 

Yes, small businesses can sponsor foreign workers in the UK, but there have been extensive changes in the rules in July 2025, and not all roles or business types are eligible any longer. If you…

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Japan Category II Visa: Why Restaurant Workers Are Rushing to Upgrade After New Entry Freeze 

Japan has a problem with its food service sector that is in crisis, not because its employees are going anywhere, but because it can’t find more new employees. The government has already put a temporary…

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Can Small Businesses Sponsor a UK Skilled Worker Visa? What Overseas Workers Need to Know 

Yes – a UK small business can legally sponsor a UK Skilled Worker Visa; however, they must apply for a sponsor licence from the Home Office first. No minimum company size, revenue or number of…

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New India Work Visa Rules 2026: What Every Foreign Employee Must Do Before 180 Days 

The most important change in India’s work visa policy for 2026 is straightforward but vital: for foreign workers wishing to work in India beyond 180 days, the new rule is to register with the FRRO…

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Republican Lawmakers Push to End the H-1B Visa Program: What It Means for American Workers 

Republican lawmakers intensify calls to end the H-1B visa program for foreign workers in speciality occupations for US firms. Critics refer to it as a “rigged system” that is forcing qualified Americans out of tech…

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Japan Jobs for Foreigners in 2026: Which Industries Are Still Hiring After the Food Service Visa Cap? 

So, it is true that jobs in Japan for foreigners are still very much in existence in 2026 – but not in the food service industry. As of April 2026, the 50,000-person cap on the…

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Japan Business Visa Rules Changed: What Foreign Workers and Entrepreneurs Need to Know 

Japan’s business visa policy has been updated—and for thousands of international business owners who currently operate businesses in Japan, the changes make a big difference. Capital requirements have increased significantly, new conditions for eligibility have…

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