What changed, and what it means

What changed

The UK Home Office updated its instructions for staff on 12 August 2026. These instructions are called 'Appendix Child Relative (Sponsors with Protection): caseworker guidance'. The update adds specific instructions for staff on how to issue a Form for Accompanying an eVisa (FAV). This form helps people with an eVisa, which is a digital visa, prove their status when they travel. The instructions apply to immigration staff who review applications from children. These children want to live with or join a close family member who has protection status in the UK. This change is an internal update to how eVisa documents are handled.

What changed

The Department of Justice has published a new temporary rule. This rule starts on 10 September 2026. It sets clear steps for handling fines against International Marriage Brokers (IMBs). IMBs are companies that help arrange marriages between people from different countries. This rule targets IMBs that break the International Marriage Broker Regulation Act of 2005 (IMBRA). They break the law if they do not give needed information to people using their services. They also break the law if they share forbidden information. These new steps aim to stop fake marriages. They also aim to protect immigrants who use IMB services. The public can comment on this temporary rule until 10 September 2026.

What changed

New Zealand is changing how it chooses people for the Parent Resident Visa. This new method is a mix of two ways. 90% of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) will be chosen by date order. 10% will be chosen by a random draw. This aims to make the process fairer and more predictable for families. People also no longer need to apply again every two years or pay a fee for this.