Occupation codeJob types included on the temporary shortage listStandard rateLower rate1243Managers in logistics£44,900 (£23.03 per hour)£37,300 (£19.13 per hour)1258Directors in consultancy services£70,100 (£35.95 per hour)£44,600 (£22.87 per hour)3111Laboratory technicians£33,400 (£17.13 per hour)£25,000 (£12.82 per hour)3112Electrical and electronics technicians£39,300 (£20.15 per hour)£30,800 (£15.79 per hour)3113Engineering technicians£42,500 (£21.79 per hour)£34,700 (£17.79 per hour)3114Building and civil engineering technicians£33,400 (£17.13 per hour)£27,900 (£14.31 per …

The UK government has announced a major update to its immigration system, introducing stricter requirements for migrants and visa applicants. These new Immigration Rules, which will come into effect from 8 January 2026, are part of the government’s broader plan to reduce migration numbers while continuing to attract top global talent. Higher English Language Requirements One of the biggest changes …

Italy has officially approved the Decreto Flussi 2026-2028, a comprehensive plan outlining how 497,550 foreign workers will be admitted to the country over the next three years. Announced in the Official Journal on October 15, 2025, this new decree defines employment quotas, sectoral needs, and procedural rules for the entry of non-EU citizens, both seasonal and non-seasonal. This Canadian immigration …

The Henley Passport Index has released the latest passport index report, which represents a mindblowing shift in the way passport strength shifts. For the first time in two decades, the U.S. passport has fallen out of the world’s Top 10 most powerful travel documents. Once ranked No.1 in 2014, it now sits at No.12, tied with Malaysia. Meanwhile, Singapore, South …

By Joey Barnett Overview of Form I-956G Requirement As the end of the 2025 federal fiscal year (September 30, 2025) approaches, all EB-5 Regional Centers designated before that date are required to file Form I-956G, Regional Center Annual Statement, for fiscal year 2025. This filing is due no later than December 29, 2025, as mandated by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration …

For audio listeners, you can listen to our audio version of the News Digest here. You can also join our Immigration News Digest Newsletter here. At 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, funding for federal agencies lapsed after Congress failed to pass a stopgap spending bill, triggering a government shutdown. While essential work continues, many government functions have slowed or stopped, and more than 750,000 …

WR Immigration’s September global immigration recap highlights key developments, including the launch of the EU’s Entry/Exit system (EES), China’s new K visa for young science and technology professionals, India’s e-Arrival card requirement for travelers, Australia’s real-time employer compliance monitoring activity, and more. EU – New Entry/Exit System (EES) Set to Begin Operations in October The EU’s new digital Entry/Exit System …

Overview A federal lawsuit was filed today challenging the legality of the recently issued Presidential Proclamation that imposes a $100,000 fee on new H‑1B petitions for foreign workers seeking initial entry into the U.S. The complaint, filed by multiple states, businesses, and affected individuals, argues the Proclamation exceeds the President’s legal authority and violates multiple federal laws and constitutional principles. This bulletin outlines the …

The AFL Grand Final is scheduled for 12:30am EDT on Saturday, September 27th (9:30pm PDT on Friday, September 26th) 2025. It brings together the Australian community across the United States and is a fun (but very late) night for all. The USAFL has compiled this wonderful list of 2025 AFL Grand Final Watch Parties and we wanted to make sure …