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Immigration Policies in Countries

24th November 2010
By Parmindar Singh in Immigration Law
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There is a huge debate going on in American Politics over the illegal immigration issues, homeland security and the immigration policies in general. Recently in an ever-increasing popular online think tank the issue re-surfaced and was duly considered. A new think tank online member duly noted the problem and stated;

Explained simply, the Humanitarian aspect concerns those people who came to Australia to seek refuge. These include refugees, people who legally entered the country and sought its protection, as well as illegal immigrants. Even when the country is flexible concerning Humanitarian immigration, it still reserves the power to decline applications that are deemed unfit.

The Migration aspect is divided into three categories: Skilled Migration, Special Eligibility, and Family Stream.

Australia gives much importance to Skilled Migration since through it, they can find a solution to some of their employment deficiencies. This aspect is divided further into three categories: General Skilled Migration, Employer Nomination and Business Skill.


A new global consumer survey conducted by Anholt-GfK Roper, termed the Nation Brand Index, asked people from 20 countries to rank 50 nations based on six criteria - exports, governance, culture/heritage, people, tourism & investment, and immigration. It is no surprise that the research concluded that given the chance to go anywhere on the planet, more people around the world would choose to visit Canada than any other country.

With a rich history of immigration, Canada is an extremely pluralised, multicultural society always in need of the skills, talents and enthusiasm of newcomers to continue to grow. Today, Canada is home to immigrants from all over the world, and it continues to attract people from all over the world who want to migrate and live there. Immigrants are attracted to this beautiful country as it promises stability, prosperity and peace.

Immigration process can be delayed if the policy requirements are not strictly adhered to. Awareness about the immigration policy is essential to avoid problems. The immigration office provides guidance about the policies of the country. Immigration attorneys and services also assist with necessary information. Internet is the best tool to gather information about the immigration policy a country.


The policy is a set of terms and conditions, which are essentially satisfied by the immigrants. Legal immigration is possible only for immigrants, who fulfill the eligibility criteria mentioned in the immigration policy of the country. The policy also determines the right of the immigrant in the country. The policy provides a comprehensive outlook to manage the economic and social life of the immigrant. Some countries have strict policies regarding the permitted activities of an immigrant in their country. The immigration promoting countries have lenient policies regarding the civic life of immigrants, which help them to integrate easily with the culture of the country.

The government develops the policy according to the social and economic conditions prevailing in the country. The policies are legalized by immigration law. Population increase and anti immigrant sentiments influence the formulation of strict policies. Policies also consider issues regarding illegal immigration. The policies of many countries enforce strict regulations to limit illegal immigrants. The immigration policies of a few countries have provisions to provide amnesty to illegal immigrants.



Read more about Studying in New Zealand, also read more about Skilled migrant Category, and read more about Immigration To New Zealand
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