US to offer B1/B2 visa interview appointments within 10 days for additional $750 feeThe US State Department will launch a pilot programme from July 1 allowing certain consulates to offer B1/B2 visa applicants interview appo...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.34 AM IST
Welcome to Trump’s America, where the visa dream is getting harder to keep alivePresident Trump's second term is tightening legal immigration pathways, including student visas and green card applications. New policies r...
25 May, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
Dubai hospitality gets a nine-day breather during Eid al-Adha holidaysIn anticipation of the Eid al-Adha holidays, hotels across Dubai and Abu Dhabi are seeing a notable spike in reservations, a promising sign...
23 May, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
Indians are breaking up with Europe for a Southeast Asian getawayIndian travelers are increasingly choosing Vietnam over traditional European destinations due to rising airfares and longer flight duration...
23 May, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
Indonesia warns Bali tourists over e-visa fraud, unpaid influencer workIndonesia's immigration authorities have enhanced e-visa security with two-factor authentication to combat online fraud. New guidance also ...
23 May, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
Thailand cuts visa-free stays for more than 90 countries, citing crime by foreignersThailand is drastically cutting the length of visa-free stays for tourists from more than 90 countries in an effort to curb crime involving...
19 May, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
Indians may be roaming closer to home because of a war far awayIndia Tourism Sector and Iran War: Prime Minister Modi's call to curb foreign travel for a year aims to boost domestic tourism, conserve fo...
19 May, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
Indian-origin California doctor faces US Congress probe over ‘birth tourism’ businessA California-based obstetrician of Indian origin is under scrutiny as U.S. lawmakers investigate businesses allegedly involved in "birth to...
16 May, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
Bali warns tourists, influencers against unpaid work on visitor visasBali's immigration authorities are cracking down on tourists engaging in unpaid promotional or work-related activities on visitor visas. Of...
14 May, 2026, 03.48 PM IST
US opens priority visa interview slots in Kolkata for parents visiting children in AmericaThe US Consulate in Kolkata is now offering priority visa appointment slots for parents aged 50 and above. This initiative allows older par...
08 May, 2026, 10.32 AM IST
Reclusive Turkmenistan shows signs of cautiously opening upTurkmenistan, a nation known for its secrecy, is witnessing a subtle shift. E-commerce and social media are gaining traction, signaling a n...
02 May, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
Now UAE tourists can open digital bank a/c and get debit card to make cashless payments as UAE’s central bank rolls out new initiativeTourists in the UAE can now open digital bank accounts and get debit cards within minutes of arrival. This new biometric-based initiative, ...
01 May, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
No French, No civic test: France’s exam‑free Visiteur visa Indian HNIs are quietly using as a first step to EU residencyFrance's 2026 immigration reforms, including civic exams and language tests, have caused concern for many. However, the financially indepen...
29 Apr, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
India to issue tourist visas for Chinese nationals 5 yrs after Galwan clashIndia has updated rules for Chinese tourists, Buddhist pilgrims, and diplomats. This comes after the Galwan clashes and aims to facilitate ...
22 Apr, 2026, 01.32 AM IST
Planning a business trip to New Zealand? Here are the visa rulesNew Zealand has clear rules for short business trips. Visitors staying less than three months for approved activities like trade missions o...
06 Apr, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
How travellers can work remotely in New Zealand on a visitor visaNew Zealand's updated visitor visa rules, effective January 27, 2025, permit remote work for overseas employers. Digital nomads and self-em...
05 Apr, 2026, 04.50 PM IST
Planning a business trip to New Zealand? Here’s the visa you needNew Zealand's Business Visitor Visa facilitates short-term business visits for professionals, allowing stays up to three months for meeting...
21 Aug, 2025, 03.42 PM IST