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Immigration newsletter - 06 July 2005

In the hope of encouraging skilled immigration to low population and low growth areas, Australia will give potential migrants an additional 10 points for those moving to those areas. Successful applicants who have been sponsored by a state or territory government will be granted a three-year temporary visa, with settlement in regional/low growth areas of Australia.

Two visa support centers have opened up this week. The German embassy has opened up a call centre in New Delhi, and the UK has opened a UK visa application center in Bangladesh.

Leaders of the largest EU countries met this week in Geneva, and near the top of their agenda was illegal immigration. They agreed to adopt stricter controls at airports, and work on repatriating illegal immigrants.

This week’s immigration news included a real-life version of Tom Hanks’ character in the film “The Terminal.” Like the film, the real life version had a happy ending, too. A Kenyan man who has lived in an airport for the past year to protest not receiving UK citizenship, has been granted his wish this week.

Latest immigration news

Group says US guest worker plan fuels illegal immigration

An analysis of the Bush administration's guest worker plan claims that it has actually helped fuel illegal immigration because some believed President Bush is offering amnesty. more »

Ireland urged to set up permanent immigration system.

The man behind the US Greencard system is advising the Irish government to introduce the opportunity of permanent residence for immigrants. more »

Australia announces new retirement visa starting 1 July

Australia's Minister for Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs has approved the introduction of a new temporary Investor Retirement (subclass 405) for Australia. more »

UK to use iris-reading immigration equipment

The UK Immigration Service has decided to use the latest iris scanning technology to provide a faster, more convenient way to clear immigration. more »

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workpermit.com has updated its information on studying in New Zealand. Please visit our New Zealand immigration section for more details on study possibilities in this beautiful country.

Want to bring your parents to live with you in Australia? Our website now includes information on the many different types of parent visas that Australia offers.

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