News from the Caribbean:
Commentary: Immigration hearts could be shattered by Washington
May 21, 2013
On April 10, thousands of immigration reform supporters gathered together in front of the Capitol building in Washington, D.C. to rally for the inclusion of a reliable path to citizenship for the more than 11 million undocumented residents living in the United States.
US immigration reform could help the Caribbean, says former Bahamas minister
May 1, 2013
NASSAU, Bahamas -- Proposed US immigration reforms could have positive implications not only for Caribbean nationals living in the United States, but also for countries of the region, asserted a former cabinet minister in The Bahamas.
US to begin rollout of automated arrival/departure record
May 1, 2013
WASHINGTON, USA -- US Customs and Border Protection has announced that the automation of Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record is now effective, which will streamline the admissions process for individuals lawfully visiting the United States.
Commentary: US immigration reform and the illegal Caribbean immigrant
April 24, 2013
For the first time in many years, major immigration reform appears like a real possibility. Labeled as the mother of all policies, it is now considered the most crucial policy of the Obama administration. However, while it is illuminating to quench the fire of illegal...
Commentary: The implications of tighter immigration controls in the UK for Caribbean people
April 8, 2013
As the UK government toughens up immigration controls and with the promised dismantling of the UK Border Agency (UKBA), Caribbean nationals and governments must take notice of these significant developments. Within the context of a difficult...
US embassy in Barbados moves to new non-immigrant visa application system
March 22, 2013
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados -- The embassy of the United States of America to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean is transitioning to a new appointment and document delivery service for the non-immigrant visa unit.
Caribbean community in Texas attends congressional immigration forums
March 18, 2013
HOUSTON, USA -- Members of the Houston Latin and Caribbean communities attended two community forums organized by the local Houston congressional delegation of Congressman Al Green, which on Saturday March 9 featured as invited guest...
Commentary: All the eyes on the US immigration reform
February 27, 2013
The time for broad immigration reform in the United States has arrived. As a country founded by immigrants, the United States, which has long extolled the American dream and the pursuit of happiness, has a moral obligation to right the wrongs...
OAS secretary general welcomes US immigration reform efforts
February 1, 2013
WASHINGTON, USA -- The secretary general of the Organization of American States (OAS), José Miguel Insulza, has welcomed the efforts in favour of immigration reform announced by President Barack Obama and a group of Senate Democrats and...
Migration law changes come into force in Cuba
January 15, 2013
HAVANA, Cuba (ACN) -- The changes in the Cuban migration law announced last October came into force on Monday, in order to ease migration in a legal, orderly and safe way, while strengthening relations between Cuba and its émigrés.
Canada launches new program for skilled immigrants
December 27, 2012
MISSISSAUGA, Canada -- To address Canada’s growing demand for skilled workers, a new federal skilled trades program for prospective immigrants is being launched on January 2, 2013, which could interest many in the Caribbean.
US and Canada sign visa and immigration information-sharing agreement
December 17, 2012
WASHINGTON, USA -- US ambassador to Canada David Jacobson and the Canadian minister of citizenship, immigration and multiculturalism Jason Kenney signed a US-Canada visa and immigration information-sharing agreement on Thursday.
OAS welcomes US government measures on migration
June 16, 2012
WASHINGTON, USA -- The secretary general of the Organization of American States, José Miguel Insulza, welcomed the measures announced on Friday by the administration of United States President Barack Obama, which will ease the migratory...
Mexico regrets denial of emergency motions to enjoin effect of Alabama HB 56
October 7, 2011
MEXICO CITY, Mexico -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mexico has expressed regret at the ruling issued by the US District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, which denied the requests for a temporary injunction pending appeal of several provisions...
OAS secretary general regrets new Alabama law
October 3, 2011
WASHINGTON, USA -- The secretary general of the Organization of American States (OAS), José Miguel Insulza, on Saturday expressed regret at the harshness that immigration law HB 56, passed in the State of Alabama, represents to the lives...
US overseas employment programme remains viable, says Jamaican minister
September 2, 2011
KINGSTON, Jamaica -- Jamaica’s Minister of Labour and Social Security, Pearnel Charles, says the United States Overseas Employment Programme remains intact and viable. “Indeed, we have begun to see improvements in the numbers since the...
New rules for Caribbean deportees
April 26, 2011
MIAMI, USA -- United States Immigration officials say they have changed the way thousands of Cubans facing deportation comply with immigration rules. The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency now requires...
Immigrants get a friendly helping hand on their way to US citizenship
February 21, 2011
LOS ANGELES USA (MCT) -- Dreams of American citizenship came a little closer to coming true for hundreds of legal residents Saturday when they lined up to officially begin the naturalization process by filling out citizenship applications.
Thousands of Caribbean nationals to benefit from new US immigration act
December 10, 2010
WASHINGTON, USA -- Thousands of Caribbean nationals stand to benefit from a Bill described as "Dream Act", which was passed in the House of Representatives in Washington on Wednesday.
US immigration fee changes
November 30, 2010
FORT LAUDERDALE, USA -- Visitors to the United States now pay reduced filing fees when applying to extend their stay or change their non-immigrant status. The new fee changes became effective last Tuesday, 23 November.
Schengen travel - European Union visa code
November 15, 2010
FORT LAUDERDALE, USA -- When travelling to Europe on business or vacation for a maximum stay of 90 days, most Caribbean Basin citizens and nationals are usually required to obtain a visa. There are some exceptions.
US immigration: Know your options
November 1, 2010
FORT LAUDERSALE, USA -- If you are travelling to the United States (US) and you know or have reason to believe that you may be denied entry, (i.e. you are inadmissible), it is best to know what options are available so that you can enter.
US green card lottery 2012 registration ends soon
October 21, 2010
WASHINGTON, USA -- The one month registration period for submitting an entry to register for the US 'green card' lottery 2012, known as the Diversity Immigrant Visa (DV) Program, will end at noon on 3 November 2010.
Bahamas opposition calls for consistent immigration policy
August 31, 2010
NASSAU, Bahamas -- The time has long passed for the Ingraham administration to articulate a clear and consistent immigration policy, according to Bahamas Opposition Leader Perry Christie, in an interview with The Nassau Guardian.
Commentary: New attacks on US birthright citizenship
August 25, 2010
Recently, the somewhat repugnant term “anchor babies” has entered the immigration debate, as certain conservatives call for a reassessment of the 14th Amendment, claiming it wrongly protects the children of undocumented immigrants.
Commentary: One nation, one people
August 18, 2010
The value and treatment of immigrants, especially our Caricom brothers and sisters, are fundamental developmental issues with not only local but regional implications for our socio-economic development and Caricom integration.
