The Aval Visa Journal
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Job Offer CRS Points Removed: What Changed and What to Do Now
IRCC removed job offer points from the Comprehensive Ranking System on 25 March 2025, for candidates already in the Express Entry pool…

Mandamus: When Your Canadian Immigration File Goes Unanswered
When an immigration file sits for months with no decision, an order of mandamus from the Federal Court compels IRCC to decide.…

Restoration of Status in Canada: The 90-Day Rule Explained
Losing temporary resident status in Canada does not mean you have to leave at once. Section 182 of the Regulations gives you…

US Consulate Dubai: Visa Appointments, Address and Documents
A practical guide to the US Consulate General in Dubai: how the visa appointment process works, current wait times, the documents to…

Work Permit to PR in Canada: The Fastest Permanent Residence Routes
Moving from a Canadian work permit to permanent residence is one of the most common goals for temporary workers. This guide covers…

Study in New Brunswick: Universities, Costs and Study Permits
A guide to studying in New Brunswick: the four universities, tuition and living costs, admission requirements and how the Canadian study permit…

Canada Study Permit for Minors: Schools, Requirements and Costs
What it takes to send a child to school in Canada: the difference between public, private and boarding schools, the requirements and…

The Best Ausbildung Programmes in Germany for 2026: Well-Paid Routes into the German Labour Market
A German Ausbildung is one of the most popular ways into the country's labour market. It lets you learn a trade, build…

The Best Cities in Canada for Newcomers
A comparison of the best cities in Canada for newcomers: the job market, typical income, cost of living and which cities suit…