The Denmark Green Card program is based on the Point Based System. This immigration program is meant for senior executives and professionals. The program offers a permit for residence for a period of three years to the applicant and his dependent family members. The eligibility criteria that an applicant is judged is based on the points based system which includes academic qualifications, age, total work experience, academic qualifications obtained in Europe and so on. The Government of Denmark has brought out an occupation list which is the ground for applicants to apply.

However, while applying for the program, it is but obvious that the applicant has to be extremely careful and should take all the necessary precautions. Some such aspects to be considered include:

• Details regarding the points based system should be looked into very carefully prior to applying. The applicant should only apply if he scores the minimum pass mark. In order to score the bare minimum, the applicant must carefully look into all the aspects of the points based system.
• The applicant has to be sure whether or not his profession features in the Positive List of Occupations. This list is based on the assessment conducted by the government. This list consists of those professions where in there is a shortage of skills in the country. These are the jobs that could likely be taken over by immigrants.
• The applicant should get a complete overview of the educational qualifications that are mandatory for him to qualify for the visa. It is best that the applicant consults a specialist for the same who can advise him on the same.
• Just by having the relevant qualifications will not make an applicant automatically eligible for the program. The applicant has to provide with the relevant reference letters from his employers which enlist his job responsibilities.
• Right amount of fee has to be deposited along with the application form. The form should contain the right information with the relevant supporting documents.
• To prove his English proficiency, he must submit his English test reports or a statement in English language.
• All the documents which are not in English language should be translated in English.
• The application procedure involves certifications for various documents from the various Indian authorities. So, the applicant must know of all the authorities that need to be contacted for the same.
• The most important of the eligibility criteria is to have the relevant amount of money to cater to the settlement expenditure in Denmark. This has to be for the first year after obtaining a permit. Thus, proof of funds should be attached with the application form. For this, it is important to seek advice of an expert regarding the various forms of savings and so on.

All in all, the applicant must know that the application must be submitted at the nearest Danish Embassy in the applicant’s country of origin. In order to go through a hassle free immigration process, it is best recommended to contact an Immigration and Visa Specialist.

The Indian government, from time to time, has demanded appropriate answers from their Australian counterparts over the issue of racial attacks happening in the land of Kangaroos. Now, Indian High Commissioner to Australia Sujatha Singh has expressed her concerns for the parents who send their children to study in Australia.

Sujatha has warned that the attacks would have long-term consequences until and unless some strict measures are not taken! On her visit to the Oz land, she said that the recent spate of attacks, especially the ones happening around Melbourne are alarming and it is vital for everyone to know that Indians are filled with rage and anger over the whole issue of what is going on in Australia.

She said that the main issue is the increase in the number of attacks that are disproportionately influencing Indians in a major way. She went on ask various questions whether Indians are really safe in Australia and also, why Indians always end up being the victims if these attacks? Are the culprits given appropriate punishment?

India now demands stern action against whatever has happening with Indians in Oz, in recent times. Sujatha Singh also cross-examined the Aussie Government whether the situation would better out or worsen further!

In her quest of finding answers, she met Victorian premier John Brumby and talked about the measures taken by the Oz government to improve the law and order for overseas students.

Earlier, Australian Foreign Minister Stephen Smith confirmed that some attacks might have a hint of racism cuddled in them!

The American Bar System has finally knocked the Congress to revamp the present system for immigration. The alternative should have new and independent courts for the cases pertaining to immigration. This move came about after much pleas and requests from the immigration attorneys and judges. According to the immigration lawyers, the courts in the United States is stumbling upon the weights of the pending cases which tends to rise in its numbers at all times.

During a semiannual meeting in Florida, the lawyers’ organization agreed as part of the vote on a recommendation for a completely independent system of court which is similar to the tax deciding federal courts. The main reason behind such a vote is the constant rise in the number of cases dealing with illegal immigration. The condition of the courts was discussed extensively in a report which was brought out recently.

It has to be noted here that the immigration courts in questions are not at all similar to what it is presumed to be. These courts are not under the federal judiciary and instead are a subsidy of the Department of Justice. The judges conducting are not the actual judges here. They are the employees of the attorney general.

Since 2006, the issue of legalizing all the illegal immigrants has been much talked about. In the meanwhile, the issue of courts has been out of focus. These courts have now become clogged with the entire backlog to such an extent that only an explosion would give it some space to breathe.

According to the 2008 Bar Association Report, around 378,582 immigrants were detained by the officials of the Homeland Security. Off these, more than 358,000 were deported back to their home country. The case was similar last year as well with a total of two hundred and thirty one judges conducted more than 300,000 cases which is thrice the usual load of work for a federal district judge. It is but obvious that these judges are being tested beyond their patience which would simply leave them frustrated and overworked.

Additionally, the asylum cases have made the situation even more complex. The main reason is the fear of violence in the minds of the immigrants after they go back. To this respect, the report stated that there is an increase in the number of immigrants waiting for their turn to come about for a hearing. This has led to the increase in the number of appeals for the decisions made.

All in all, actual immigration reforms are yet to be seen being executed by the Obama administration.

Amends have been brought about in the Australian Immigration policies. The main endeavor behind this is to cater to those jobs which are comparatively higher skilled than others. These occupations include technical professionals such as engineers, doctors and nurses.

According to the Australian Immigration Minister, Chris Evans, those jobs that are currently in need of skills and recruits that are not available in the country would be catered to first. Others such as cooks and hairdressers are in abundant as of now. He said that when this government was formed newly, the hairdressers were being given priority compared to doctors and nurses. This does not hold any significance today.

Mr. Evans also elaborated that around twenty thousand applications have been rejected by the ministry. These applications are those that were filed before September2007. The application fee charged by these applicants would be refunded.

The applications filed after 1st September’2007 and pending for decision as on 8th February’2010 will continue to be processed as per the MODL and CSL lists applicable to such application on the date of filing.

He stressed that the country is not interested in building its unemployed force which is already in good numbers. Instead, those who have the relevant skills to fill in the gap in the shortage areas would be preferred.

Additionally, those students who were studying in Australia had the opportunity to apply for permanent residency may not have the privilege from now on if they do not have the relevant skills on the job list.

The minister also said that students under certain specific categories of visas may be permitted to stay for another eighteen months after they finish their studies. During this period, they would have to find a job for themselves as well as a sponsor. If they find such an employer/sponsor, they may apply for PR or otherwise leave the country.

These changes have brought in mixed responses from the private education industry in Australia which is expected to suffer due to these amends. With these, the attacks on the Indian students are another issue for concern. Keeping these in light, only time can tell what impact these amends would have on the current Australian economy.

With the US immigration system still lacking the necessary amends, it poses the biggest challenge for the Obama administration and the Congress. The issue also has a significant role to play in the coming mid – term elections. This is according to a recent study conducted on the Latino voting patterns.

The report published by America’s voice projects a positive response to the new policies for immigration. According to it, the revised policies are the key aspect for the Latino voters. The slack in revamping these laws would greatly impact as far as forty congressional races, especially in those localities which have a good number of Latinos. These also involve Senate reelection bids for the Harry Reid who is the Majority Leader and others.

Reforms in immigration could be considered as being a form of test or exam specifically in the communities of the Latin. This is as per the president of the Service Employees International Union - Eliseo Medina, regarding the study in a conference call. According to Medina, this is both a policy as well as an issue about getting respect.

The report mentions that there has been a growth of fifty four percent in the number of registered Latino voters between the years 2000 and 2008. This increase has been seen post the presidential campaign in 2008 by Obama and the Democrats which promised revamped laws of immigration. Additionally, seventy five percent of votes were received from the Latinos in 2008.

However, the reforms are yet to come about must to the frustration of the Latinos. There have been protests for not taking appropriate measures and the slack in pushing for reforms and passing an effective bill on immigration.

All in all, there has been a notion with the Republicans are promoting an anti – immigration policy, much to the dismay of the immigrants.

The JobReady Test, coming in action from 1st January 2010 would ensure that prospective applicants who are planning to migrate would be able to participate in the labour market area relevant to their arena of specialization and skills.

People migrating under an onshore General Skilled Migration (GSM) visa scheme must pass the JobReady Test and nominate a qualification in order to qualify for the same. But if the applicant has already applied for the GSM visa, there is no need to appear for the JobReady Test

The motto behind introducing the test is to provide “Job Ready” applicants to Australian markets and hence creating an improved job market for both the applicants as well as employers. If the applicants are applying for a GSM visa (other than Subclass 485 and Subclass 887), you are required to meet the requirements for the JobReady Test.

The cost and expiry date for the JobReady Test result are yet to be determined. Other details are being developed by the key departments related to Immigration, education and Employment in Australia. Consult an Immigration and Visa specialist for more info on the same.

The Quebec Skilled Worker Program which is independent of the Canadian Skilled Migrant program has brought about amendments in the same. These recent changes were executed which is expected to make the selection criteria easier for the applicants to qualify.

The most important modification is the decrease in the pass mark for eligibility. For a single applicant, it is made 55 from 59 points and for 63 from 68 points for a couple. The points for academic qualifications have been broken further to incorporate and approve more of diplomas. So, diplomas obtained at the undergraduate level catering to one or two years of college or university education along with other technical diplomas are also being considered.

The Areas of Training category has been modified based on the present requirement of the Quebec economy and labor market. Initially, this category only catered to offering bonus points, incase the applicant has any specific technical skills. Here, the applicants would get a chance to increase their scope for priority processing.

The age criterion has also been modified accordingly to ensure that fewer points are deducted for applicants above the age of 35 years.

Age and the educational qualifications which are the two most important aspects in the eligibility criteria offer the maximum scope to qualify. This new system has brought a new lease of hope catering to more applications to qualify for the visa.

To know more on the same, contact an Immigration and Visa Specialist who would be abreast with all the latest happenings in the immigration circuit. Most of them do a prior assessment of the applicant’s skills and qualifications which is usually offered as a free service. So, get in touch with one today!

Just like any other profession in the United States, the IT professionals need to demonstrate their skills and proficiency in their area of work. The different visas granted to a Computer Professional are the H-1B visa, L-1 visa, TN visa and the E – visa. An Immigration and Visa Specialist is the apt person who knows which visa to apply for different professionals.

The H-1B visa is basically approved for all the engineers in the software arena, system analysts and engineers, database administrators and other specialized jobs in the IT. However, these are highly dependent on the application in the particular field that the professional is working on.

On the other hand, the L-1 visa is meant for those foreign professionals from software companies who are sent to manage a division of the company in the US. These professionals should be highly specialized in marketing techniques, technical and research aspects and the products also.

A TN visa is basically meant for the Canadian and the Mexican professionals. The job of a Computer Systems Analyst which includes all the major IT jobs is the most preferred under this category. Under this visa application, a relevant educational degree has to be presented. If the applicant is a Management Consultant, he is expected to have atleast 5 years of work experience in the IT sector.

An E visa has two types of visas which are the E – 1 and E – 2. IT professionals from the treaty countries are given this visa as specialized managers and personnel.

Above all, it is best to contact an Immigration and Visa Specialist who would which visa would work best for a computer professional. So, contact one today!

The work visas for the nurses in the United States involves a separate criteria altogether. According to the Immigration and Nationality Act, DOL regulations along with the USCIS policies specify provisions only for the permanent residents. With the exemption for those belonging to Canada and Mexico, others have to prove that they are eligible for the same.

Nursing is not considered as a professional occupation by the USCIS. The H-1A temporary visa would only be offered to a nurse if he/she has been certified by the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS). Also, they have to clear the test conducted by the English Testing Service (ETS). Another option is to appear for the Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) test.

The permitted visas for this profession include the Green Card, TN visa, H1 – B visa and H1 – C visa. This depends on the position held by the individual. The skills including the educational qualifications as well as the work experience of the individual are also counted.

In addition, it also depends upon the type of the employer or the organization the nurse is serving. Also included are the personal goals of the individual, reasons to immigrate and so on.

Since, it is one of those professions which have a level of restriction on the number of candidates; one has to carefully decide on the type of visa to be applied for. It is best recommended to contact an immigration and visa specialist who would guide you through the same.

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If you are a highly skilled migrant planning to immigrate to Australia, this article is of high importance to you. Earlier, the TRA or the Trades Recognition Australia was the assessing authority for the recognition of skills for a prospective immigrant. Here, an applicant had to provide with all the relevant documentation which proves him capable of the same. But this procedure would be ruled out post 2009.

From 1st January 2010, an amendment known as the Job Ready Test would be introduced for the selection of candidates for the skilled migrant program in Australia. Under this process, all the candidates must undergo a test relevant to their job or profession. This would demonstrate their actual proficiency in the specific field.

This feature is currently being devised by the Government of Australia in collaboration with the specific industries and unions. The main objective of the test is to get such professionals who are fit to work and contribute to the Australian economy. Thus, the Australian employers do not have to spend extra time, money and resources in training these skilled migrants. Instead, the employees would be Job Ready. Also, for those not having a job when they land would find it easy to get one.

The test has to be undergone by all those applicants who have applied under the onshore General Skilled Migrant (GSM) Visa and have nominated a trade occupation. These also include immigrant students in Australia who have applied for the GSM visa and their occupation falls under the nominated occupation.

The only exemption from the test would be when the student applies under the Skilled – Graduate (Subclass 485) or for the Skilled Regional (887) visas. In addition, this test is different for both onshore and offshore candidates. Testing for the offshore candidates has been put in to action since 2007. It is being administered by the Council of Australian Governments (COAG). The test also varies for different occupations.

However, a formal announcement is yet to be made by the Department of Immigration and Australian Citizenship (DIAC). No intimation has been given regarding the prospective fees and other costs that could be incurred during the process. Also, the expiry date for the test result is yet to be decided. So stay tuned on this page to know more.

On the other hand, if you have already applied for a GSM Visa, you would be exempt from a Job Ready test. Thus, it is highly recommended that you decide the sooner, the better it is. It is best to contact an Immigration and Visa expert since he would be in constant touch with all the latest in this regard.