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Canada extends work authorization support letters to 365 days for foreign workers on maintained status

Canada extends work authorization support letters to 365 days for foreign workers on maintained status

Canada has increased the validity of WP-EXT work authorization support letters for foreign workers on maintained status from 180 to 365 days. That means applicants can continue working while their new work permit applications are processed. The boost does not apply to Post-Graduation Work Permit holders, whose letters stay at 180 days, and new guidance clarifies how maintained status works with multiple applications.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026
Saudi Arabia adds steep fines for foreign workers hired without permits

Saudi Arabia adds steep fines for foreign workers hired without permits

Saudi Arabia is tightening labour enforcement and raising costs for rule-breaking employers. Hiring foreign workers without the required permits can now bring a SR10,000 fine. The crackdown also covers child labour, passport retention, and failure to record employment contracts electronically, with the stated goal of improving market stability and supporting growth.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Canada Alberta to charge 135 dollars for foreign worker profiles from April 2026

Canada Alberta to charge 135 dollars for foreign worker profiles from April 2026

Alberta will start charging a $135 fee for foreign worker profile submissions under its Alberta Advantage Immigration Program from April 7, 2026. The Worker Expression of Interest profiles, previously free, will now cost money to file. If candidates are selected, they must still pay a separate $1,500 fee for the full application.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
New Zealand wage thresholds for work visas tighten job eligibility for foreign workers

New Zealand wage thresholds for work visas tighten job eligibility for foreign workers

New Zealand has tightened work-visa rules by introducing minimum wage thresholds for foreign workers. The required pay levels are tied to the national median wage and broader job market rates, and immigration officials verify hourly pay to confirm applicants meet the standard. These checks can significantly affect eligibility for multiple work and residence pathways.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Georgia to mandate work permits for most foreign workers starting March 1 ending informal rules

Georgia to mandate work permits for most foreign workers starting March 1 ending informal rules

Georgia will roll out a mandatory work permit system for most foreign workers from March 1, 2026, replacing the current informal approach. Employers will need to advertise vacancies before seeking permits. Foreign workers already in the country will have until January 1, 2027, to comply. The government says the change will improve labor oversight and reduce illegal employment, with penalties for violations.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Israel to allow 50000 more Indian workers by 2030 under new deal

Israel to allow 50000 more Indian workers by 2030 under new deal

India and Israel have agreed to admit up to 50,000 additional Indian workers over the next five years. The decision was reached during a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with an emphasis on enabling safe movement of workers. The expanded hiring is expected to focus on construction and caregiving sectors, benefiting Indian job seekers.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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