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How
to use this page - Our firm endeavors
to keep the immigration updates, immigration
resources and immigration services current,
but we suggest that before making any decision
regarding submitting forms or applications
for immigration visas or work permits, that
you contact the individual US consulate
of your home country for the latest immigration
updates, as these change almost on a daily
basis. We have endeavored to include the latest
information on international immigration services.
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Visas
for tourists, business trips and other temporary
purposes, please also visit the site
of Delamere
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Immigration
to the U.S.A
Many
of our clients; visitors to our website and the approximately
24,000 subscribers to our International
Newsletters have requested current information
on the subject of immigration, especially into the
United States of America (USA Immigration Services)
and Canada, and how is it possible to obtain the
Green Card Immigration Visa?
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Note:
Changes have taken place regarding the Immigration
and Naturalization Services (INS) because on
25 November 2002, President George W Bush signed
into law the new Department of Homeland Security,
which was recently passed by the 107th Congress
of the US. The former INS has now been divided into
two separate bureaus of the Department of Homeland
Security, "The Bureau of Border & Transportation
Security" and "The Bureau of Citizenship
& Immigration Services." Wherever we
refer to the INS in our Web Pages, it is
understood we are now referring to the new "Bureau
of Citizenship & Immigration."
Visit their new web site
It
is a truism that the "grass is greener on the other
side of the hill", the reality exists that the political
and economic climates, especially in Southern African
regions, has encouraged families to consider the costs,
and benefits in the future, of leaving their home country
to re-settle in a more stable environment.
As
an ongoing service, Delamere-Pennine
Associates will endeavor to inform visitors
to our website of the available services to prospective
immigrants who wish to immigrate to the USA, immigrate
to Canada, immigrate to Australia, and immigrate to
New Zealand, and try to keep you up to date
with current legislation. related to the Green Card
Immigration Visa, which changes almost on a daily
basis.
We
do however initially offer a word of warning regarding
available immigration advisory services. Based on
our research most companies offering advice and assistance
are reputable and honest, while others are 'chancers'
who will not only take your money up front, but more
importantly, because of mishandling your application,
may actually prejudice your application and future
chances of ever becoming a legal immigrant, especially
with the very strictly controlled (although chaotic,
in the opinion of many) "Immigration and Naturalization
Service" (INS) of the United States.
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Guest
Worker Program -
The Bush Administration has proposed a temporary
guest worker program to solve some of the
problems of illegal workers already living in
the USA. The U.S. Senate is debating a bill to
overhaul immigration laws, including the guest-worker
program, which would allow foreign nationals to
get permits to work legally in the United States
for three or up to six years. (Probably 200,000
permits per year in view of the current proposal
before congress.) This Act is commonly known as
the Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of
2006. To read the current version of S.2612
(CIR) Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act
of 2006, click
here. The Delamere
Group is currently preparing a set of guide
lines for our site visitors as we believe that
the existing 22 million undocumented workers already
in the USA and the anticipated additional millions
who will now desire to move to the USA for employment,
not only from Mexico but also Eastern Europe,
Africa and the Far East. The clear message from
the USA government is that these guest workers
are definately needed, so all workers who are
prepared to do jobs that Americans will not
or do not want to undertake are welcome.
Read this space for further updates.
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The
Delamere
Group will also monitor and expose any
so-called "consultants" who claim
to handle these guest worker permits on behalf
of unsuspecting clients, as we have already
uncovered several companies and firms of consultants
who are currently taking deposits from illegal
immigrants, as an advance payment for handling
their application for a guest worker permit,
and from our undercover investigations we
suspect that some of these "consultants"
are nothing more than charlatans and con-men.
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Material for Immigration to the USA - We
highly recommend this site which offers some of
the best study and subject material we have researched
related to USA Immigration Services. These include
e-books, hard copy books and guides, videos, audios,
on all areas of how to qualify for permanent residence,
obtain the Green Card Immigration Visa to the USA.
About_US_Immigration
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How
to Prepare Your US Immigration Papers Online and
Save Costs - This new website, designed
and managed by immigration lawyers and specialists,
is a complete D-I-Y (do it yourself) service. You
can download the required forms, with a full explanation
attached, clarifying if you are eligible for immigration
or naturalization, and a simple explanation of how
to submit your own forms. The "Green Card
Lottery" is also fully explained and you
can download a copy for your own submission at a
nominal fee and save the costs of paying an attorney
or immigration lawyer. Click
here to complete your U.S. Immigration application
today!
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For
reliable sources that handle your passport renewal,
issuing of visas online, and the latest
custom regulations, visit our travel
page.
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The
US Citizenship Application Package - This
package has everything you need to apply for your
US citizenship. By using this package, you can
save much time and money by following the step-by-step
instructions to become a US citizen.
Buy US Citizenship Application Package
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The
US citizenship test practice software CD
- This CD provides you with excellent practice
you need before your test or interview. It contains
a database of 99 test questions. You can practice
on your laptop or desktop computer. What you need
to do is just to insert the CD into the computer.
Buy
U.S. Citizenship Test Practice Software CD
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American
citizenship test preparation - This course
sponsored by the Delamere
Institute of Online Learning will help you
to study for and prepare to take the INS American
citizenship test. This course contains seven critical
aspects of information that you will need to know,
including: rights and responsibilities of American
citizens and aspects of eligibility to apply for
citizenship, American History, American Government,
American Holidays and Symbols, U.S. Constitution
(Preamble and Articles), U.S. Constitution (Bill
of Rights and Articles) and 100 Practice Questions.
For the full details of this course (American
Citizenship Test Preparation - Ref. MTC 411)
Go to our Online
Courses page select the category of the Catalog
American citizenship test preparation or use the
Search
Box and enter the Course # MTC 411.
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You
must obtain a F1 Visa to enter the United
States legally as an academic student, and
this is usually on the basis of your prospective
college accepting you as a student and issuing you
with a I-120 Form, which you then hand to
the US Consulate in your home country. One must
handle this fairly straightforward F1 Visa through
the International Student Office of the college
you plan to attend. (The M1 visa is reserved
for nonimmigrants wishing to pursue non-academic
or vocational studies)
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A
word of warning to students and parents
from countries with poor economic conditions and
prospects. Unless you are granted a scholarship
or bursary in $US, the cost of paying your college
fees can become an astronomic burden on the family.
Not only are college fees increasing at a greater
rate than inflation in the US, but paying in a currency
which is also depreciating against the US$, such
as the South African Rand, undertaking a 4-year
degree course generates a cost down the line, which
could spell financial disaster for you, your family
and your goals. Please be aware of this problem
if you are an international student from Africa.
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Ideally,
one would consider that students could also "work"
in the US to pay their college fees, but
beware, as this is a very complicated option and
could effectively cause you to be in breach of your
'legal status' as a foreign student.
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Also
make note that the F1 Visa is not an immigrant visa,
but in reality we have observed in our research
that after studying in the USA for 4 or more years,
the chances of a young person becoming romantically
involved with a local US citizen, and eventually
becoming married to a US citizen, or a company 'headhunting'
the exceptional international students for employment
under a 'special skill/H-Visa', are very
high. We are currently awaiting statistics to indicate
how many students with F1 Visas, actually become
US Permanent Residents, and never return to their
home countries,(which was the objective of this
programme), but we have indications already that
the percentage is very high, and is probably over
80 percent.
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For
more information on F1 & M1 Student Visas click
here
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Foreign
Workers & Students Visas
- The Delamere
Group has linked up
with this immigration service
that provides leading-edge
online immigration and employment
solutions for Foreign Workers
and Students, from all over
the world, who desire to
live and work in the USA,
Australia or the UK. Click
here for more details.
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Work
or Study in the United States - The
Delamere Group are also offering this Citizenship and Immigration
preparation services allowing individuals and families to apply
for Citizenship or to live, work and study in the United States.
Live Work Study in the USA Click Here
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This
is without doubt the most popular way of obtaining
a 'green card immigrant visa' to the USA. An 'immediate
relative' who is already a US citizen can
apply to sponsor you and then you apply and obtain
a green card immigrant visa without being limited
to an annual quota of visa numbers issued by the
INS. Being a "close relative" (note this
is different from immediate relative) i.e.
brother or sister of actual US citizens, plus Qualified
Specialists, Refugees, are all subject to quotas,
with preferences and priority dates being applied
by the USA Immigration Services.
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With
'family reunification' immigration being
now the main bulk of new legal residents into the
USA, the INS has brought out various special temporary
provisions to assist individuals already living
in the United States illegally, which is estimated
to number between 15 - 25 million.
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A
recent provision, for example, which was passed
by Congress, "The Legal Immigration and Family
Equity Act" (LIFE) known as Provision 245(i),
took effect in December 2000 and expired on 30 April
2001. This temporary "amnesty" allowed 'illegals'
the opportunity to apply for an immigration
visa without first having to return to their home
country and applying there. This was significant
because most illegal immigrants are barred from
re-entering the US once they leave. A "catch
22" situation obviously existed. Remember that
this special provision now allows the immigrant
to remain in the US and reserve a place for the
immigrant to later apply for the 'Green Card' when
his/her priority date comes up, or if not subject
to quotas, until an interview is arranged for the
application for the 'Green Card' to be finalized.
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This
new temporary "LIFE" Act of Congress basically allows
the "illegal" to stay in the US, "legally"
until they receive their 'Green Card'. The
immigrant then pays the usual filing fee ($225.00
in July 2001) plus an "admission of guilt" for entering
the US illegally and pays a $1000 "fine." (Described
by one Congressman as a "Legal Bribe")
To continue with the process and apply for the usual
immigrant visa will now require meeting the usual
criterea, and the most important aspect is that
the "immediate" or "close" relative who is a US
citizen or permenant resident must sponsor the "immigrant."
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Since
1996 this 'sponsorship' has become much more strict
with the 'sponsor' now having to supply an "Affidavit
of Support", tax returns, employment letters,
and must conform to a minimum income restriction.
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In
addition to this temporary provision of the "LIFE"
Programme, which expired 30 April 2001, President
Bush has recently urged lawmakers to extent the
program for another temporary period, as 100,000s
eligible applicants failed to meet the deadline.
Remember also that even though one had all the required
documentation in the hands of the INS before the
deadline of 30 April 2001, one still remains "illegal"
because it takes between 2 - 30 (yes, thirty) years
for the INS to finally issue the "Green Card"
depending again upon which category and quota
system one falls under.
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Previous
"amnesties" have been granted to illegal
immigrants. During the 1990s millions of illegals
were permitted to remain in the United States and
apply for 'legal status' under an Act of
Congress and signed into law by President Ronald
Reagan, and quite a few of our clients benefited.
We have been asked several times if such a 'general
amnesty' will ever be granted again? We do not
encourage relying on this possibility, as this previous
'general amnesty' had repercussions on the
part of many Americans, which they interpreted as
"rewarding illegal immigrants for deliberately
breaking the laws."
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This
special provision of the Immigration & Naturalization
Service (INS) is correctly known as the "USA
Diversity Program" and despite much criticism
from some US citizens, permits 50,000 Green Card
Immigrant Visas to be issued each year, on a random
selection basis (Including terrorists, it appears
from recent reports)
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Only
citizens of certain countries are permitted to submit
their details to this "Lottery" program and
fortunately all African countries
fall under this provision and qualify. For a full
explanation of this program related to USA Immigration
Services, visit this site Live
and Work in the USA!
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Our
firm works closely with immigration lawyers and
although a lawyer is not required to submit your
details to this "Green Card Lottery", you
can run the risk of having your application rejected
and disqualified if not submitted in the correct
format, form and detail. Our firm is offering as
a courtesy service, to handle any applications from
individuals regarding this "Green Card Lottery"
program. We will screen your details and eligibility
and submit on your behalf, for a nominal fee of
$50 (US). Contact
our firm for full details.
We are also recommending the services of this USA
Immigration Services company. Every year, almost
3 million U.S. Diversity Visa (Green Card Immigration
Visas) lottery applicants are rejected because of
inaccurate application or improper submission!
This firm simplifies your life and makes
the entry process quick and smooth. They verify
your eligibility, guarantee an error-free application,
ensure timely submission to the United States Government,
and provide valuable follow-up services. Unlike
other providers, they take great pride in their
dedication to professional customer service and
you can take comfort in their total information
security and unparalleled reliability. For more
details contact
our firm.
Other
Ways of Obtaining the Green Card Immigration Visa
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Obtaining
US Residence by Marriage - We have been
requested by many of our clients to draw attention
to the opportunity of obtaining a "Green Card"
by becoming engaged (receiving a Fiancé
Visa) and eventually marrying a US citizen.
While our firm does not approve or condone using
this apparent "loophole" simply to get your
Green Card, some of our clients have used
a professional service, which arranges introductions
between individuals who are genuine and wish to
build a special relationship. For more details of
this service contact
us. Or try the services listed below. If you
wish guidance on submitting an application for citizenship
based on marriage please try
our US Immigration through Marriage Application
Package (CD Version)
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Visas
For Business Owners & Professionals - It
is possible to obtain residence in the US by means
of the E-visa, which covers Treaty/ Investors,
or the L1 Visa, Intra-Company Transfer Visa,
or the popular H1B Visa for "professionals" who
want to work in the US for a minimum of 3 years.
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All
of these visas often ultimately lead to obtaining
the "Green Card Immigration Visa" which
is permanent residence in the US, if handled
in the correct and legal way.
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We
have recently teamed up with a firm of immigration
consultants who specialize in handling these
visas and other USA Immigration Services. They
are based in California but cover all 50 States
in the US.
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Of
special interest to some South African residents,
is that arrangements can be made to pay some
of the fees out of future income in the US.
This is a great help as many know of the experience
of the fall in the value of the South African
currency, the Rand, which has fallen
in value from R1 = $1 when we opened our office
in the US, to the current R7 = $1, and this
demise of the currency has made it virtually
impossible to use Rands outside of South
Africa because of its artificially weakened
value.
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For
more information especially on the new Guest
Worker Permits, contact
us.
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How
to get an H1B Visa (USA Work Permit)
- This is based on a number of factors
- the main one is the ability to find
current & open jobs within Companies
who currently do and have already sponsored
H1B visas. Highest Success rates are
achieved when job seekers "Target"
their search to 'proven' H1B Sponsor Companies.
This service covers more than just computer
and IT jobs, but also many other skills
currently in demand are included. Check
out this site for more details. VisaFlow
- Working Visa Employment. Professional
Service for USA, UK, and Australia
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Work
or Study in the United States - The
Delamere Group are also offering this Citizenship
and Immigration preparation services allowing individuals
and families to apply for Citizenship or to live,
work and study in the United States.
Live Work Study in the USA Click Here
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Canadians
& Mexicans who wish to work in the USA - Delamere
Immigration Services are now highlighting the TN Visa. This
work visa for the USA was created by the North American Free Trade
Agreement (NAFTA) who created a TN classification (TN1 Visa) for
eligible Canadian and Mexican professionals to work in the U.S.A.
This visa is valid for up to one year at a time with an unlimited
number of renewals. Application Kit helps Canadians obtain a visa
to work in the U.S.A. 70,000 Canadians apply every year and most
are looking for a Do it Yourself Kit like ours. Click
here to contact us.
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Life
in Vancouver (Spanish Page "Vida en Vancouver")
- Finalmente llegó la guía más completa que
te da todas las respuestas a las preguntas más frecuentes
que todos nos hacemos sobre la vida en Vancouver.
lea más.
DIY
(Do It Yourself) Green Card Immigration Visa Applications
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For
individuals who wish to handle their green card
immigration visa application on a DIY basis, we
recommend an excellent service, which our clients
have used successfully.
Click Here for Complete Do it Yourself U.S.
Immigration Kits.
Immigration
Lawyers & Consultants
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For
individuals who wish a free (no strings
attached) introduction to a competent,
reputable immigration lawyer in the
countries in which the Delamere
Group has offices, namely,
USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand,
UK or South Africa, plus we
have agencies in many other countries,
please contact
us.
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Immigration
visas are usually issued in one of three categories, (a)
family members, (b)
refugees, and (c)
independants and others. For categories (b) and (c), applicants
are judged on a point system, calculated on, education, vocational
training, job experience, prospects for employment, destination
or location in Canada, knowledge of English and French, personal
suitability and existing relatives living in Canada.
- Live
& Work in USA and Canada - This book currently stocked
in the Delamere
International Bookshop provides a realistic assessment of
the possibilities for finding work in or simply moving to
the New World, from Los Angeles to Little Rock and from Medicine
Hat to Montreal. Gives information on the skills and qualifications
in demand in both countries and also gives essential guidance
on how to tackle the inevitable red tape. Included are major
sections on residence and entry regulations, setting up home and
daily life as well as full coverage of finding employment and
starting a business. Visit
our online bookstore
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Guidelines
for Immigration into Canada - The Delamere
Group now offers informational products to potential immigrants
to Canada. Our main product is the QuickCanada Guide (2 books
+ CD + membership in online community). Read
more.
- Steps
and instructions on how to immigrate to Canada - Did you
know that since September 18, 2003 it has been easier to immigrate
to Canada? On September 18, 2003 The Ministry of Citizenship
and Immigration Canada announced that the pass mark for those
applying to immigrate to Canada as skilled workers, would change
from 75 to 67 points. Since then, it has been easier to apply
for the Canadian Permanent Residence under the Skilled Worker
scheme. For more details, click
here.
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Our
firm is based in the United States but we have an "associate"
in Canada, "Strategic Immigration Services",
who will assist genuine enquiries regarding immigration. We have
found the easiest and the most cost effective way is to obtain
the excellent e-Book called "My Immigration Consultant
for Canada". This Guide explains the tricks
and dangers when meeting the points evalution and through information,
guidance and advice provided will protect and promote your interests,
to make sure you are effectively considered as a prospective immigrant
to Canada. Our partner is currently offering a 60% discount on
the price of this "Guide" Click
Here
Immigration
to South Africa
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Immigration
Services for South Africa - SA Migration offers expert
advice and assistance with applications for immigration, work
permits, business visas, student visas, permanent residency, visitor
visas, plus current advice for prospective immigrants or visitors.
Read
more.
Immigration
to New Zealand
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A
New Report on Immigration & Relocation to New Zealand
- This professional firm based actually in New Zealand has a successful
record in assisting families from South Africa, plus many other
countries, in relocating to New Zealand. You will find reading
this latest report will answer most questions you have regarding
making this positive decision of moving to one of the most beautiful
countries in the world. Click
here
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New
Zealand Immigration Service (NZIS). This government department
provides essential information about their organisation and the
way they deliver services to ensure that immigration benefits
New Zealand. Visit
their site
Immigration
to Australia
- Getting
into Australia - The complete immigration
guide for getting a short or long-term visa.
This guide currently stocked in the Delamere
International Bookshop featuring up-to-date
information about Australia, this practical guide
explains how to enter the country and includes
specific visa and immigration information as well
as relevant and practical examples of real forms
and documents. Visit
our online bookstore.
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Foreign
Workers & Students Visas
- The Delamere
Group has linked up with
this immigration service that
provides leading-edge online
immigration and employment
solutions for Foreign Workers
and Students, from all over
the world, who desire to live
and work in the USA,
Australia or the UK.
Click
here for more details.
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Business
Visa for Australia - Australia's migration
programme encourages successful business people
to settle in Australia and develop new or existing
businesses. Click
here for more details.
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Welcome
to the Australian Government's official website
for the Department of Immigration and Multicultural
and Indigenous Affairs, click
here
Immigration
to Britain
-
Foreign
Workers &
Students Visas
- The Delamere
Group
has linked
up with this
immigration
service that
provides leading-edge
online immigration
and employment
solutions
for Foreign
Workers and
Students,
from all over
the world,
who desire
to live and
work in the
USA, Australia
or the UK.
Click
here for more
details.
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Living
in England - New Guide "How to arrive and thrive
in the UK", equips you 100% with the
knowledge and skills you need to emigrate to and
successfully settle in the United Kingdom. This
guide combines the immigration knowledge and experience
of people like you from around the world who have
successfully settled in Britain. These are their
immigration and settling secrets, tips and techniques
compiled into a single source. UK immigration is
a relatively straightforward and inexpensive process
compared to most countries. There is very little
need for expensive immigration lawyers, consultants
or agents. All the forms required are in the public
domain and the British immigration authorities are
surprisingly helpful. This is the complete guide
to UK immigration, your visa options, job opportunities,
housing selection, etc. are all clearly explained. Click Here!
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British
Immigration & Nationality Directorate -
This website helps you to understand UK immigration
control and what your rights and responsibilities
are. Visit
their website
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Your
questions about working in the UK - This
site aims to provide you with clear information
about the various routes open to Foreign Nationals
who want to come and work in the United
Kingdom. For more details click
here.
Immigration
to Japan, Hong Kong or China
-
Are
you thinking of working and living in Japan?
Do you need a Visa? click
here
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Delamere-Pennine
Associates now has representation in China and Hong
Kong - During these past 12 years in Hong
Kong, and 6 years in China, our unique problem solving
capabilities and approach have resulted in the expansion
of our branches in the areas of Shenzhen, Guangzhou,
Shanghai, Tianjin and Beijing. In view of
an increasing number of expatriate staff working
in China, we are pleased to introduce our Commercial
Immigration Services that assist expatriate
staffs to obtain their WORK VISA and RESIDENCE PERMIT
in compliance with the Immigration Law of China.
Our services include:
*Preliminary Free Consultation
*Documents Preparation
*Formal Submission of Application
*Case Monitoring and Approval
Also
as a Hong Kong and China Licensed Employment
Consultancy firm established in 1990 we are
a leading Head Hunting specialist, including
general recruitment in Hong Kong but also
now in providing executive search services in
China, in the areas of Shenzhen, Guangzhou,
Shanghai, Tianjin, Beijing and our base in
Hong Kong.
For further details please contact
us at our Head Office in the USA.
Keep
Up To Date With The Latest News on World Immigration
& Deportation Trends
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This
resource provides the latest news related to immigration,
asylum and deportation in all major
countries of the world, including the latest amendments
to the laws and regulation. Links are also provided
to organizations, which assist refugees and immigrants.
Click
Here
Latest News from our Monthly Newsletter (Second Passports)
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For a copy of our latest Newsletter (Special
Edition) on the subject, "Current News on the
Delays and Difficulties in Obtaining H-1B Workers
Visa, F-1 Student Visa, and B2 Visitors Visa to
the USA." To read the full Newsletter
E-mail
us and request a copy.
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How
to Invest Offshore with Full Asset Protection
-The Delamere
Group handles many enquiries regarding off-shore
investing and offshore business operations. The
offshore banking and financial world is designed
to facilitate protection of wealth, hard-earned
assets, as well as conducting business, in a confidential
and private manner utilizing the advantages offered
by offshore bank accounts, and proper corporate
formation, structuring and planning. Click
to read the full article.
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Are
you are looking for the tax advantages and benefits of holding
a second passport? - We invite you to contact
our company and we will confidentially supply you with names of
agencies that handle the whole process, legally and without hassle.
Click
here.
Some
Valuable Resources
-
The
Official Web Site of the Department Of Immigration
and Naturalization (USA)
(INS) click
here
- For
reliable sources that handle your passport renewal,
issuing of visas online, and the latest
custom regulations, visit our travel
page.
- Online
travel visa and passport services
- The
Delamere Group now offers this service used
by many of our clients. Click
here.
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The
National Immigration Forum - Builds public
support for policies that welcome immigrants Click
here
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