The provided text is an episode focusing on the PERM labor certification process, a crucial step for foreign nationals seeking permanent residency in the United States. The first part details the steps and timelines involved in preparing and filing a PERM application, highlighting the importance of meeting specific requirements and deadlines for both employers and employees. The second part addresses the processing timeframes for PERM applications after filing, including potential delays caused by audits and supervised recruitment, and offers insights into appealing a denied PERM application. Additionally, the episode explores challenges faced by recent college graduates navigating the PERM process, particularly regarding meeting experience requirements and maintaining legal immigration status while waiting for a green card.

Canada is making changes to its immigration system, including reducing the number of international students admitted and tightening the post-graduate work permit program. These changes are intended to manage the number of temporary residents in Canada, preserve the integrity of the immigration system, and protect vulnerable people. The government will also limit work permit eligibility for spouses of international students, with the goal of achieving a decrease in the number of temporary residents by 2025. These changes have sparked debate about their impact on international students and the Canadian economy.

This episode discusses the changing landscape of international student visas for Indians, particularly in Canada, the UK, and the US. It highlights how stricter visa rules are making it more difficult for Indian students to study and settle in these countries, with Canada's new cap on international student visas being a prime example. The article also mentions the challenges of obtaining H-1B visas in the US and the long wait for green cards for Indian immigrants. However, it provides some positive news regarding visa processes in Germany and France, indicating that these countries are actively trying to attract Indian students.