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24-12-2024

UK Earns £32m from Processing Nigerian Visas in One Year

Nigeria United Kingdom

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The UK earned over £32 million processing 225,000 visa applications from Nigerians between June 2023 and June 2024. Marc Owen, Director at UK Visas and Immigration, announced this at the opening of Africa's largest UK Visa Application Centre in Lagos.

A standard UK visitor visa costs $150, contributing to this revenue. However, visa rejections for Nigerians rose sharply in late 2023, with one in eight applications declined.

Issuances dropped by 63% compared to late 2022. Stricter immigration rules, including changes to dependent visas and graduate route policies, fueled these declines. The UK remains committed to accessible and efficient visa services.
24-12-2024

Canada to Remove CRS Points for Job Offers in Express Entry by Spring 2025

Canada

#workvisa

#work

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) plans to remove Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for job offers under Express Entry by spring 2025.

Currently, valid job offers earn candidates 50 or 200 CRS points, boosting their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residence. This change applies to all candidates in the Express Entry pool, including those working temporarily in Canada.

Candidates already invited or who submitted permanent residence applications will not be affected. The adjustment is temporary, with no end date announced. Express Entry evaluates profiles on age, education, and language skills.
24-12-2024

Three Chinese Nationals Detained in Magelang for Alleged Fake Work Documents"

Indonesia

#crime

#detention

The Wonosobo Immigration Office has detained three Chinese nationals for alleged immigration violations in Magelang. The men, SZ, ZC, and YY, entered Indonesia on a C20 visa sponsored by Angria Karisma Saranasejatra.

They claimed to work for PT. Longteng Iron and Steel Products, but the company denied any association. Authorities suspect they used fake documents. If found guilty under Article 123(a) of Law No. 6 of 2011, they face up to 5 years in prison and fines of Rp500 million.

Passports have been confiscated. Investigations are ongoing, with officials pledging strict action if violations are confirmed.
24-12-2024

Serbia Reinstates Visa Requirements for Qatari Citizens Ahead of EU Bid

Qatar Serbia

#visapolicy

Serbia has announced the reinstatement of visa requirements for Qatari passport holders starting December 14, 2024. The move aligns with Serbia’s efforts to meet European Union accession standards.

Qatari citizens must now obtain a visa before travelling to Serbia. However, those holding valid visas from Schengen countries, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, or the United States can still enter Serbia without additional documentation.

Serbia’s Foreign Ministry confirmed the decision on December 6, 2024. This policy change reflects Serbia’s commitment to aligning its immigration framework with EU requirements while maintaining limited exemptions for specific visa holders.

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