Immigration

Family reunification option disappears again from AIMA website without explanation

The contact form option for family reunification requests has been removed from the AIMA website without notice. This creates uncertainty for applicants who have not yet submitted their process, as there is currently no clear alternative channel to initiate these requests.

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If you are planning to apply for family reunification, you currently have no clear, official channel to do so on the AIMA website, creating significant uncertainty and potential delays for your residency application.

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Justice and Peace Commission urges Government to solve housing crisis

The Catholic Church's Justice and Peace Commission has called on the Government to address the ongoing housing crisis. The commission also urged the Church to contribute by utilizing its own real estate assets and warned against linking housing difficulties to immigration, which it notes is increasing hostility toward migrants.

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