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How has the quota selection for the 2021 Hong Kong Quality Migrant Admission Scheme changed? An analysis of the Hong Kong Quality Migrant application process
How many people applied for the Hong Kong Quality Migrant Admission Scheme quota in 2021? What are the selection dates for the Hong Kong Quality Migrant in 2021? What were the results of the 2021 selection for the Hong Kong Quality Migrant Scheme? What is the application process for the Hong Kong Quality Migrant Admission Scheme in 2021? Worldway Immigration will answer these questions based on everyone's concerns.
Good News: Greece Extends Validity of Blue Papers and Residence Permits Again
Recently, the official website of the Greek Migration Office announced another adjustment to the expiration dates of residence permits. The validity of Greek Blue Papers and permanent residence cards expiring between January 1, 2022, and March 31, 2022, will be automatically extended to June 30, 2022.
Many Worldway Group Clients for Ontario Employer Job Offer Immigration Program Receive Federal File Numbers Quickly
Great news! Recently, a large group of Worldway Group's applicants for the Ontario Employer Job Offer immigration program have successfully received their federal file numbers. With the assistance of Worldway Group's professional team, these applicants completed their document preparation, review, and submission. Notably, some applicants received their file numbers in just over 4 months from the date of federal submission. Worldway Group congratulates these investors on taking another step toward successful immigration to Canada.
Regulations Concerning Hong Kong Permanent Resident Status Remain Unchanged
The Immigration Department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (ImmD) responded to media inquiries regarding updates on the loss of status for non-Chinese Hong Kong permanent residents, stating that there have been no changes to the relevant legislation since it came into effect on July 1, 1997.
Immigration Should Be Prompt; Changes to Irish Immigration Policies May Occur
Recently, the news that "Irish immigration will be paused, and new investment immigration program applications will no longer be accepted from now on, with existing projects continuing until completion" has spread widely in the industry. However, this is not the case. According to our findings, the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service is still processing new immigration applications.
Bucking the Trend: Greece's Economy Grows Strongly by 8.3%
Recently, data released by the Hellenic Statistical Authority showed that Greece's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 8.3% in 2021. In a joint statement, Greek Minister of Finance Christos Staikouras and Minister of Development and Investments Adonis Georgiadis stated that despite a relatively unfavorable environment, the Greek economy still achieved a strong recovery in 2021.
Canada Accelerates Immigration! Quarterly Approval Volume in 2022 Doubles Compared to the Same Period Last Year
Recently, Canadian Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Sean Fraser announced great news: Canada made decisions on over 147,000 permanent resident applications in the first quarter (January-March) of this year, doubling the number processed during the same period in 2021! Through these efforts, Canada welcomed over 108,000 new immigrants in the first quarter of this year.
U.S. House Passes New Bill: Insulin Price Capped at $35/Month
On April 2, 2022, local time in the United States, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 232 to 193 to pass a bill limiting patients' out-of-pocket insulin costs to $35 per month. This is a major blessing for the millions of diabetic patients in the United States who previously typically spent hundreds of dollars a month on insulin!
Results for the 62nd Batch of the Hong Kong Quality Migrant Admission Scheme Released; Numerous Well-Trend Clients Approved Expeditedly
Great news! The Hong Kong Immigration Department has released the selection results for the 62nd batch (the 1st batch of 2022) of the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS), with 440 applicants receiving quotas. Among those approved in this batch, many well-trend clients successfully obtained approval, with some achieving an expedited approval process, taking only 3 months from submission to approval. Well-trend congratulates all the successful quality migrants!
Renowned Media: Toronto, Canada Becomes the 3rd Largest Tech Hub in North America
Recently, the renowned media outlet The New York Times reported that Toronto has now become the third-largest tech hub in North America—a "quietly rising North American tech city"! The report points out that with the entry of tech startups and large multinational corporations into the region, the world's largest tech expansion is taking place in Toronto. U.S. tech giants such as Amazon, Apple, Netflix, IBM, and Wayfair are all rushing to open centers in Toronto, Canada...
What is the 2020 Hong Kong Quality Migrant Admission Scheme? A Detailed FAQ on the Hong Kong QMAS
Clients often have many questions when inquiring about the Hong Kong Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS). Today, the editors at WorldWay will answer some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the 2020 Hong Kong QMAS.
Interpretation of the 2019 Hong Kong Talent Admission Scheme! Application Guide for the 2019 Hong Kong Talent Scheme
Many outstanding talents from Mainland China have become residents of Hong Kong through the talent scheme. China can retain the applicant's internal household registration without affecting their profession and activities in the Mainland to support this policy.