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Anyone interested in the immigration industry, from those currently in the middle of the visa application process to professionals involved in document compilation and authentication, will find our blog posts and immigration news articles helpful.

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Letter from the CEO: July 2023

Letter from the CEO: July 2023

This month, I discuss Kruger National Park, border crossings in Africa, truck driving, missed Digital Nomad Visa deadlines, and service delivery failures.

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Letter from the CEO: April/May 2023

Letter from the CEO: April/May 2023

I embarked on a journey to Dublin to participate in our industry's most prominent conference. Meanwhile, the Department of Home Affairs revealed their proposals for the Trusted Employer Scheme, along with several noteworthy practical alterations.

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Letter from the CEO: March 2023

Letter from the CEO: March 2023

In March, we had a lot of exciting news to share. We became independent of loadshedding, had positive developments from our Kenya office, and received news about new legislation in South Africa. We hope to continue to meet our clients' service delivery expectations and provide them with the best possible experience.

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Letter from the CEO: February 2023

Letter from the CEO: February 2023

Dear valued clients and partners, Now that we are well into 2023, I'd like to discuss load shedding, government reform, constructive meetings, and the welcoming back of staff. Thank you to our readers and clients for your continued support.

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Letter from the CEO: November/December 2022

Letter from the CEO: November/December 2022

After a long 2022, IBN Immigration Solutions CEO shares his reflection of the year, and highlights the company goals heading into 2023.

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Letter from the CEO: October 2022

Letter from the CEO: October 2022

In South Africa, we are losing the race for international talent. I hear from so many friends, colleagues, and network partners that Cape Town businesses cannot find suitable employees anymore.  The South African labour market is facing a huge skills crisis, and nobody seems to notice.

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Letter from the CEO: August/September 2022

Letter from the CEO: August/September 2022

In the recent two months a lot of interesting things have happened. In the following article I wish to share with you some humble lobbying success, draw your attention to a rather important High Court decisions, share with you current developments at Home Affairs, as well as the most recent developments at IBN.

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Department of Home Affairs: Visa Processing Times

Department of Home Affairs: Visa Processing Times

Discover the impact of South Africa's centralised visa adjudication on long-term visa processing times and how businesses can advocate for change to improve efficiency.

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Letter from the CEO – July 2022

Letter from the CEO – July 2022

In his July Letter from the CEO, Andreas Krensel has great news to share - our company is growing! In this edition, Andreas also takes the time to say goodbye to two long-serving staff members and welcomes new blood.

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Sterling Lexicon Awards – EURA 2022

Sterling Lexicon Awards – EURA 2022

At this year's EURA 2022 conference, our immigration consultants' efforts were recognised through an award for Outstanding Service Excellence. Well done and here's to many more!

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Letter from The CEO

Letter from The CEO

In this month's Letter from our CEO, Andreas Krensel discusses immigration trends witnessed at the EURA 2022 Conference.

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Letter from the CEO – April 2022

Letter from the CEO – April 2022

In this edition, our CEO celebrates our Team's wins in the face of current visa processing delays at Home Affairs and catches you up with news and upcoming events in Africa's immigration sector.

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