New Zealand

On May 31, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced which categories will be targeted in the category-based Express Entry draws that are expected to begin this summer. The category-based draws will happen along with the general draws and the program-specific draws. In general draws, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invites the highest-ranking candidates to apply for permanent residence. In program-specific draws, invitations are […]

The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) enables international students to gain Canadian work experience, which can help them transition to permanent resident status. Canadian Immigration Minister Sean Fraser has announced that from April 6, 2023, individuals with an expired Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) will be able to apply for an extension of their Open Work Permit.

IRCC invites 7,000 candidates with a minimum CRS score of 490. This is the first all-program draw since January 18. IRCC held the seventh Express Entry draw of 2023 today. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued invitations to 7,000 candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 490. The number of ITAs