The visa will cost $700, while a single-entry 30-day visa on arrival will be available for $25. Egypt attracted 11.7 million tourists last year and aims to boost that number by 25% to 30% annually.
The IRCC has issued 7,000 invitations to apply for permanent residence in an all-program Express Entry draw, with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score of 481.
The proposed H-1B and L-1 Visa Reform Act includes new wage and recruitment requirements, attestation requirements on employers, and prioritization of the H-1B visa issuance for workers with higher levels of education in STEM.
Air India Express and AirAsia India have moved one step closer to their merger by integrating their reservation systems. Passengers can now make bookings for both airlines through a single, unified website.
Air India has announced the launch of four new services from London Gatwick to four Indian cities as part of its transformation plan to enhance its international network.
Due to the increased demand for Schengen visas, the issue is affecting Austria, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Sweden, and Switzerland. However, VFS Global is working to resolve these issues at the earliest.
The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched an initiative, "An Immigration System for Canada's Future", to collaborate with Canadians and stakeholders on building a stronger and more adaptive immigration system.
The government has warned against fake websites and mobile applications that are collecting data from applicants and charging huge fees. Applicants are advised to use only the official government website and app to avoid financial loss and other difficulties.
Schengen area countries are easing visa rules to meet high travel demand in traditional tourist destinations such as the United States, Switzerland, France, and Italy, among others. Norway, Denmark, and Sweden have lifted their visa application caps, while Switzerland has increased visa appointment slots.
The recent draw was an all-program draw with a lower cut-off CRS score, and it seems that IRCC has returned to its regular procedure of considering all candidates in the Express Entry pool. Canada plans to invite over 105,000 immigrants annually for the next three years through the Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).