Author name: Amir Ismail

Based in Toronto, Canada, Amir Ismail is a Licensed Immigration Consultant (RCIC) who has been assisting clients in their immigration and citizenship matters since 1991. He is a member of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) and the Canadian Association of Professional Immigration Consultants (CAPIC).

USCIS EB-2 NIW Policy Updates
USA EB-2 NIW

Key Updates to USA EB-2 NIW Policy: How To Strategize Your Application

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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently issued significant updates to its policy guidance on the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) program, effective January 15, 2025. These changes introduce stricter evaluation criteria and demand a higher level of detail and evidence from applicants. Understanding these updates is crucial for individuals seeking to utilize this pathway to obtain permanent residency in the United States.

Open Work Permit Rules Change for Spouses of Temporary Residents in Canada
Canadian Immigration Updates

2025 Open Work Permit (OWP) Rules Changes: Complete Guide

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Canada is introducing significant changes to the eligibility criteria for Open Work Permits (OWPs) for family members of international students and foreign workers. These updates, announced in September 2024, address housing and affordability concerns by limiting OWPs to specific categories of students, workers, and their spouses/common-law partners. This policy shift is part of broader efforts by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to manage temporary resident numbers while balancing labor market needs.

LMIA Job offer points eliminate by IRCC
Canadian Immigration Updates

LMIA Job Offer Points Gone – Huge Change In Express Entry

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The removal of job offer points in Canada’s Express Entry system, effective Spring 2025, marks a significant shift in the country’s immigration policy. This change, announced by Immigration Minister Marc Miller in December 2024, aims to address fraud, promote fairness, and prioritize candidates based on their skills and qualifications rather than job offers. Below is a comprehensive analysis of this policy change, its implications, and its broader context.

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