VisaProAdviserVisas, migration and life abroad
Canada and Ukraine signed a 100-year agreement. What is known about possible visa-free travel for Ukrainians and when to expect an official decision.
Alice Weidel called on Ukrainian men to return from Germany. We examine the actual refugee numbers and whether this statement has legal force.
Analysis of reactions to Zelensky's visit to Canada: panicked videos from Ukrainians versus actual Canadian citizens' views on supporting Ukraine.
Student visa costs $2,500, migration cap set at 200,000-225,000/year, PhD earns 35 points under a proposed system. A realistic look at the research and PhD pathway.
The formal minimum is 5 years of residency, but Portugal just raised it to 10, and Spain requires 10 too. Real naturalization timelines for 7 EU countries in 2026.
Francophone economic streams see a 54% refusal rate versus 6.5% elsewhere. A breakdown of IRCC numbers on PNP, francophone rounds, and overall refusal rates.
Global Talent divides candidates into three groups: 10% of stars with obvious successes, 10% unsuitable, and 80% with potential requiring serious preparation. Timelines and paths.
A break in residency in year 9 of 10 resets the clock to zero. Requirements, the 730-day processing wait, and the new March 2025 rule for children explained.
L-1 expands an existing business, O-1 needs extraordinary ability, E-2 requires treaty-country investment from $100,000. Green card paths and taxes compared.