Canada, Australia, Germany Immigration and Visa News Updates | Y-Axis

Highlights: Australia Issues 10,000 SkillSelect Invitations for Skilled Independent Visa Applicants Australia recently issued 10,000 invitations under the Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189) through the latest SkillSelect invitation round. The SkillSelect invitation round was conducted on 4 June 2026. All invitations were issued under the Skilled Independent visa (Subcl...

Highlights: Germany Strengthens Family Reunification Benefits for Spouses Seeking Relocation Germany continues to facilitate family reunification through its Spouse Visa, allowing eligible spouses of German citizens and legal residents to live together in the country. Eligible applicants can obtain a Type D national visa valid for 3–12 months, before converting it into a res...

Highlights: South Korea Opens Fast-Track Permanent Residency Path for Global Talent South Korea expanded its Top-Tier Visa on June 1, 2026, for professors, researchers, and science and technology experts. The Top-Tier visa in South Korea offers F-2 resident status, family benefits, a 3-year PR pathway, and a 2-year job-seeker permit. Global industry professionals need a top...

Highlights: Germany Expands Pathways for International Researchers in 2026 Germany’s dedicated Researcher Visa for international academics, guest scientists, and visiting scholars allows international scholars to conduct research with recognised institutions. Applicants for a researcher visa must hold a hosting agreement or employment contract with a German research institut...

Highlights: India-UK Social Security Agreement Brings Major Benefits for Indian Professionals in Britain India and the UK have officially signed a Social Security Agreement effective from July 15, 2026, addressing a long-standing demand from India. The agreement will benefit more than 90-95% of Indian professionals employed by Indian companies in the UK. As per the India-UK...