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11 07, 2024

Indians incur a financial loss of ₹109 crore due to rejected Schengen visas.

The non-refundable visa fees lead to financial hardship for Indians affected by rejections. A report indicates that visa rejections resulted in a loss of ₹109 crore. For Indian travel enthusiasts,…

8 07, 2024

Despite a Surge in US EB-5 Visa Issuance in FY24, Indian Applicants Experience a 22% Productivity Decline

According to Department of State data, 512 EB-5 visas have been issued to Indian applicants so far in FY24, reflecting a 22% productivity decline. The US EB-5 program has been…

5 07, 2024

Saudi Arabia announces multiple visa options for Indian citizens

Saudi Arabia extends an invitation to Indian travelers with an array of new tourist visa options, including stopover visas, eVisa services, and visa-on-arrival. These new guidelines aim to make it…

3 07, 2024

5 Countries with Recent Visa Policy Updates : How They Impact Indians

In recent months, various countries have introduced significant changes to their visa policies and requirements. These modifications can greatly affect Indian citizens planning to travel internationally for business, leisure, education,…

1 07, 2024

Changes in Australia’s Foreign Student Visa Policy : Doubled Fees, Tougher Extensions

Australia has recently hiked the visa fee for international students, raising it from A$710 to A$1,600. This adjustment, effective from July 1, is intended to address the challenges posed by…

29 06, 2024

New Zealand Introduces Stricter Visa Regulations for Foreign Workers and Families ; Important Details Here

Under the revised policy, holders of an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) at ANZSCO skill levels 4 and 5, without a direct pathway to residency, are no longer eligible to…

24 06, 2024

Upcoming Changes to H-1B Visa Rules Could Significantly Impact Indian Applicants

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is on the verge of announcing significant changes to H-1B visa regulations, set to reshape the landscape for employers and professionals, particularly…

20 06, 2024

Taiwan Considering Visa-On-Arrival for Indian Citizens

Deputy Foreign Minister of Taiwan, Tien Chung-kwang, highlighted India's significant outbound travel and the potential benefits of easing visa procedures while expressing this intention. Taipei : In a promising development…

19 06, 2024

July 2024 US Visa Bulletin : Surprising Progress for Key Indian Green Card Category ; EB-3 Faces Retrogression

India Makes Significant Advances in EB-1 and EB-2 Categories, While EB-3 Preference for Other Countries Faces Retrogression After months of minimal changes in employment-based Green Card categories, the July Visa…

18 06, 2024

Employing H-1B and L-1 visa workers may cost US employers thousands of dollars extra.

Employers may soon face additional fees for extending work visas for foreign employees under a new DHS proposal. This proposal includes a $4,000 fee for H-1B visa extensions and a…

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