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Immigration weekly update: December 12, 2024

Release Date: 2024-12-12
Media: Crown World Mobility
Summary: Here is the summary of the immigration updates for December 12, 2024:

Americas (Canada and United States)

Canada: The Canadian government has updated the prevailing wage (median wage) for various occupations. Employers must ensure job postings and applications meet the new wage requirements. If a foreign worker's salary is below the new wage, it must be increased. Employers are also required to conduct annual salary reviews to ensure compliance with the prevailing wage.

United States: The Department of State updated the Exchange Visitor Skills List as of December 9, 2024. This list is used to determine if J-1 exchange visitors are subject to the two-year foreign residence requirement, which prevents them from applying for immigrant or certain non-immigrant visas until they have spent at least two years in their home country.

Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA)

Hungary: For EU Blue Card holders, the salary must comply with current legal requirements, including the 2025 minimum wage set at 883,671 HUF. Employers must adjust salaries accordingly. Additionally, Blue Card holders can change employers after one year without applying for a new permit, but they must notify the immigration authorities.

Ireland: Due to a backlog in processing IRP (Irish Residence Permit) card renewals, individuals with expired IRP cards can travel until January 31, 2025, provided they submitted a renewal application before the expiration date and are legally residing in Ireland.

United Kingdom: The UK government has extended the use of expired Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) for international travel from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025. Visa holders transitioning to the new eVisa system are advised to carry their expired BRP, check their online account, and ensure their passport is linked for smoother travel.

These updates reflect significant changes in immigration regulations across various countries, impacting work permits, visas, and residency procedures.
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