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16-12-2024

Singapore Sees 31.6% Rise in Arrests for Harboring, Hiring Illegal Immigrants

Singapore

#immigration

#illegal

Singapore’s Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) reported a 31.6% rise in arrests for harboring or hiring immigration offenders from January to September 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.

This year, 166 individuals were arrested for providing lodging, and 138 for employing immigration offenders, most of whom overstayed their visas or worked illegally after their work passes expired.

ICA conducts about 60 operations monthly to tackle these offenses, aided by public tip-offs. Inspector Mark Chai warned of potential security risks from such offenders, including illegal activities. Offenders face up to 24 months in jail, fines, or both.
16-12-2024

Canada Allows Some Work Permit Holders to Study Without Study Permits

Canada

#studentvisa

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended a policy allowing certain work permit holders to study without a study permit. This applies to those who applied for a work permit or renewal before June 7, 2023.

The policy remains valid until June 27, 2026. Eligible individuals must hold a valid work permit or work authorization letter. They can present documents like valid work permits or IRCC acknowledgements to enrol in schools.

Studying in Canada offers benefits like better labour market performance, higher earnings, and improved eligibility for permanent residency through higher Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores or provincial immigration pathways.
16-12-2024

Portugal's Fast-Track Work Visa Plan Faces Delays Amid Backlogs

Portugal

#workvisa

#visadelay

Portugal aims to speed up processing work visas and residence permits within 20 days under a new "green route" plan. However, heavy backlogs, especially in Brazilian consulates, cast doubt on its feasibility.

Some applicants have faced delays exceeding six months due to resource shortages at consulates and Portugal's Agency for Integration, Migration, and Asylum (AIMA). Immigration lawyer Priscila Corrêa stressed the need for better organisation and staffing.

Frustrated Brazilians, including students and workers, report months-long waits, leaving lives in limbo. Critics argue the plan will fail unless systemic changes address the root causes of delays.
16-12-2024

Vietnamese Nationals Arrested for Prostitution in Indonesia

Indonesia Vietnam

#crime

Indonesian authorities arrested 12 Vietnamese women in North Jakarta for alleged involvement in a prostitution ring. The women entered Indonesia on tourist visas, misusing their permits in violation of the 2011 Immigration Law.

Authorities raided the location in Muara Karang after a month-long investigation. The women were found offering sexual services, with the organizer charging Rp 5.6 million per client. They had been in Indonesia for a month before their arrest.

The women will be deported and banned from re-entering for two years. Officials are investigating the criminal network behind the operation, coordinating with Vietnam for further legal action.

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