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40,000 citizenship applications

Germany aims to issue 40,000 citizenship applications in 2025. Apply Now!

Germany aims to issue 40,000 citizenship applications in 2025. Apply Now!

Highlights: Germany plans to issue 40,000 citizenship applications in 2025

  • Germany has announced its aim to achieve 40,000 citizenship applications in 2025.
  • In 2024, more than 21,000 were issued with German citizenship in Berlin.
  • Germany has achieved 3,000 naturalization per month in 2024.
  • In June 2024, Germany introduced a New Citizenship Law to acquire citizenship in a shorter period.

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Germany will issue citizenship applications in 2025

According to recent stats, over 21,000 people have been naturalized in Berlin. In 2025, the state officer announced plans to grant 40,000 German citizens. Germany launched the Department of State Officers for Immigration (LAE), replacing the city’s twelve district naturalization offices.  

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Germany Seeks 288,000 Foreign Workers Annually Until 2040: Big Opportunity Ahead!
 

Germany introduced a New Citizenship Law to increase the number of Citizenship applications

Germany introduced New Citizenship Law which allows applicants to acquire citizenship within a shorter period of time. As per the new citizenship law foreign nationals obtaining a German citizenship are not required to give up their previous nationality. Since June 27, the New Naturalisation Law took effect about 6,000 naturalisation application has been submitted in Hamburg.  

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Posted on December 24 2024

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Finland Residency Permit

Finland updates salary requirements for residence permits from Jan 2025. Check if you're eligible!

Finland updates salary requirements for residence permits from Jan 2025. Check if you're eligible!

Highlights: Finland revises salary requirements for residence permits from Jan 2025

  • Finland revised the salary threshold to obtain a Finland residence permit for foreign nationals.
  • This income criteria is only eligible for skilled workers, effective January 1, 2025.
  • Foreigner nationals who earn at least €1,600 per month can obtain a Finland residency permit.
  • The level of the income limit is only applicable for primary employment.

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Reason to introduce the Income threshold for foreign nationals

The primary reason to introduce the income criteria is for foreign nationals to support themselves financially. This new rule will ensure they are paid enough to support themselves financially in the country. This new rule also supports the government's objective of increasing the number of full-time workers in Finland. The new rule is effective from January 1, 2025. According to a recent report by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Economics, the income limit of €1,600 has a minor impact on labor availability nationally.
 

The income threshold will mainly affect skilled workers, including workers in other sectors such as agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and administration and support services.
 

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Income Thresholds Higher for Specific Positions

To obtain a Finland Residency permit, there are different income requirements, which can vary from €1,030 to €3,638. Specialists must earn at least €3,638 to obtain a residency permit, whereas Seasonal workers must earn at least €1399.
 

The Finnish authority has also mentioned that the income threshold can vary depending on the location. Specific categories are excluded from the income requirements, such as those granted residency permits based on compassionate grounds in addition to asylum seekers, family members of Finnish citizens or former Finnish citizens, and quota refugees.
 

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Posted on December 23 2024

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International Experience Canada (IEC)

Application for working in Canada under International Experience Program is now open for 2025. Apply Now

Application for working in Canada under International Experience Program is now open for 2025. Apply Now

Highlights: Canada Announces IEC 2025 pool is now open  

  • The International Experience Canada (IEC) program pool for the coming year is now open.
  • Youth from specific countries can acquire a Canadian work permit through the IEC program.
  • You can apply for the Working Holiday, Young Professionals, or International co-op categories listed under the IEC program.
  • Candidates applying for IEC’s Young Professionals stream are generally prioritized with more chances of receiving an invitation.

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What is the International Experience Canada (IEC)?

International Experience Canada (IEC) is a temporary residence program that issues invitations via three different categories such as:

  • The Working Holiday category
  • The Young Professionals category
  • The International Co-op category

Canada maintains bilateral youth mobility agreements with specific countries, providing opportunities and pathways for youth from those countries to enter and seek temporary residence in Canada. With an IEC, eligible youth can obtain a work permit to work in Canada temporarily.

Youth from countries with an agreement with Canada can apply for the IEC program through any of the three streams; however, those who apply through the Young Professionals category are more likely to receive an ITA.

 

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What are the Canada IEC streams?

The IEC program has three different streams for youth looking to work in Canada.

 

The table below has complete details of the three IEC categories or streams:

Work permit category

When candidates should use this category

Type of work permit issued

Working Holiday

You do not have a valid job offer.

Open work permit (OWP)

You want to be employed for more than one Canadian employer

You want to work in more than one location in Canada

You are looking to earn to travel

Young Professionals

You have a valid Canadian job offer that adds value to your professional growth

Employer-specific work permit

You are looking to work for a single Canadian employer at the same location.

The job offered in Canada is paid and not a self-employed job role.

International Co-op (Internship)

You are a student admitted at a Canadian post-secondary institution

Employer-specific work permit

You have a Canadian job offer for an internship or placements in Canada

The work placement/ internship requires you to finish your studies

You are willing to work for the same employer and the same location.

 

Eligibility Criteria for the Canada IEC Program

To be eligible for the IEC program, one must fulfill the below criteria:

  • Be a citizen or a national of any of the countries that have a Youth mobility agreement with Canada
  • A valid passport
  • Be between the 18-30 or 18-35 age groups (Varies based on the country)
  • Have funds worth $ 2,500 to manage expenses
  • Have a valid medical insurance
  • Do not have any dependents accompanying you
  • Submit proof of travel details (Flight tickets)
  • Complete the required fee payments

 

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Steps to apply for Canada IEC

You can follow the steps given below to apply for the IEC program:

Step 1: Check if you fulfill the given IEC criteria

Step 2: If yes, submit your profile before applying for a work permit

Step 3: Complete the biometric submission process

Step 4: Wait for the IEC work permit assessment to be done

Step 5: Fly to Canada

 

 

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Posted on December 20 2024

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Canada Express Entry

Breaking News! IRCC announces the removal of LMIA-based job offer points from the Express Entry system

Breaking News! IRCC announces the removal of LMIA-based job offer points from the Express Entry system

Highlights: IRCC Cuts off the LMIA-based job offer points from the CRS of the Express Entry system

  • IRCC officially declared the removal of the LMIA-based job offer points on Express Entry’s CRS.
  • Marc Miller released an official statement on December 17, 2024, but has yet to announce the date of implementation.  
  • Candidates with a valid employment offer will continue to receive 50 additional points through the Calculator until further notice.
  • Upon implementation, Express Entry applicants will not get additional points on the CRS tool for having an LMIA-based job offer.

 

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What is the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS)?

The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) is an online tool that evaluates Express Entry candidates based on several factors. Applicants with a high score have a better chance of receiving a Canada PR via the Express Entry draws.

 

To qualify for any of the three immigration pathways under the Express Entry system, the applicant must first create an Express Entry profile.

 

Points are allotted out of a maximum of 1,200 for the below factors:

  • Age
  • Language proficiency
  • Job offer
  • Work Experience
  • Education

 

The Core Human Capital has factors that are assessed differently depending on whether the applicant is applying alone or with a spouse.

 

A maximum of 600 points can be allotted to candidates under the Core Human Capital through the below factors:

  • French language proficiency skills
  • Arranged employment
  • Have a sibling residing in Canada as a PR holder or a citizen
  • Nomination from a province/territory
  • Have completed their Post-secondary education in Canada

 

Candidates now receiving 50 points for an LMIA-based job offer via the CRS tool will no longer be able to obtain it once the new rule is implemented. The 200 points given for occupations in the NOC TEER 0 in major group 00 will also likely be canceled.

 

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How do you get an LMIA-Based Job Offer in Canada?

Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) is one of the primary pathways through which Canadian employers can recruit foreign workers on a work permit. The Canadian employer must first acquire a positive or neutral LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment), proving that the foreign national would not negatively affect the job market for the native Canadian citizens or PR Holders.

 

According to the latest Canada Immigration Levels Plan 2025-2027, around 82,000 new TFWP work permits will be issued.

Some of the recent changes announced to the TFWP are as follows:

  • The suspension of LMIA processing for TFWP’s low-wage stream in September
  • Hiked the pay requirements for TFWP’s high-wage stream to 20% more than the median wage offered in that particular region in November

 

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Marc Miller further announced that measures would be introduced to end LMIA frauds. To support this idea further, the IRCC will stop giving additional points to individuals with LMIA-based job offers. The government has yet to release a final date for implementation.

 

 

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For recent immigration updates on Canada, check out the Y-Axis Canada Immigration News Page! 

Posted on December 19 2024

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New Rural Immigration Pathway

IRCC Releases the Eligibility Criteria for the New Rural Immigration Pathway. Check if you qualify!

IRCC Releases the Eligibility Criteria for the New Rural Immigration Pathway. Check if you qualify!

Highlights: IRCC Released the Eligibility Criteria for the New Rural Immigration Pathway

  • IRCC announced details about the new Canadian Rural Immigration Pathway.
  • Canada’s Rural Immigration Pathway is for foreign workers who can help address workforce shortages in select communities outside Quebec.
  • Applicants must fulfill six primary eligibility criteria to qualify for the rural immigration pathway to PR.
  • Individuals applying from inside Canada are required to maintain a valid temporary resident status at the time of applying.

 

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Eligibility Criteria for the New Rural Immigration Pathway

To qualify for the newly announced Rural Immigration pathway, you must meet the following eligibility criteria:

 

  • Work experience
  • Education
  • A job offer
  • Language proficiency
  • Proof of funds
  • Intent to reside

 

Work experience

The applicant must have a minimum of 12 months of continuous work experience (Full-time) in any occupation on the NOC list.

 

To qualify, you must ensure that the work experience is:

 

  • Acquired within 3 years of applying for Canada PR
  • Includes performing duties and tasks that are listed for the NOC occupation  
  • Must be employed with a third-party employer
  • Have verified work authorization with a valid temporary resident status (If the work experience is in Canada)

TEER Category of genuine offer of employment

Work experience must be in an occupation in TEER category

0

0, 1, 2 or 3

1

0, 1, 2 or 3

2

1, 2, 3 or 4

3

2, 3 or 4

4

2, 3 or 4

5

Same NOC unit group as the offer

 

Note: The required work experience depends on the type of employment offer.

 

Work Experience Exemption for International Graduates

International graduates with a verified credential in any of the post-secondary study courses/programs are exempt from the work experience requirements and must fulfill the below criteria:

 

  • Completed full-time studies at the enrolled program
  • Acquired the credential at least 18 months before applying for the pathway
  • Must have resided in a designed Canadian community with full-time employment (Doctoral or Master’s programs that are less than 24 months)
  • Must have resided in a designated community for a minimum of 16-24 months prior to graduating (For other study programs of at least 24 months)

 

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A Valid Job Offer

Applicants must have a valid and verified job offer to qualify. However, the employment contract must fulfill the below criteria:

 

  • Must be offered by a designated Canadian employer
  • Is full-time or permanent work
  • The job offered must be located in any of the designated communities, with at least 75% of the work to be done there
  • The applicant must have the required qualifications to perform the tasks mentioned in the NOC
  • The job offered must be relevant to the applicant’s work experience

 

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Language Proficiency 

Individuals are required to provide language proficiency test results given by any of the Government-registered designated institutions and submit proof of required language proficiency as per the NOC TEER of their employment offer.

TEER Category

CLB Level

0 or 1

6 or above

2 or 3

5 or above

4 or 5

4 or above

 

Note: The language test results will later be changed as per the CLB score.

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Educational Qualifications

Individuals must submit proof of educational qualifications such as a Secondary school diploma or higher-level credential.

 

  • Those who have studied in Canada must submit Canadian educational credentials
  • Those who have studied outside Canada must submit secondary educational credentials with the required equivalent evaluation (Must not be more than 5 years old at the time of application)

 

Proof of sufficient funds

Individuals applying for this pathway must submit proof of having sufficient financial funds to support their stay for at least 12 months. The funds must at least be half as much of the low-income threshold in the rural regions.

 

Note: This criterion does not apply to those already employed in Canada.

 

Proof of Intent to stay in Canada 

The individual must express proof of intention to remain and reside in the Canadian-designated community.

 

To qualify, individuals must have a valid recommendation certificate from any registered economic development organization when applying.

 

Note: The organization grants the certificates for a minimum of 6 months from the issuance date.

 

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For recent immigration updates on Canada, check out the Y-Axis Canada Immigration News Page! 

Posted on December 18 2024

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40,000 citizenship applications

Posted On December 24 2024

Germany aims to issue 40,000 citizenship applications in 2025. Apply Now!