Most immigrants won’t need to leave to get green cards, US now saysThe Department of Homeland Security clarified that most green card applicants can remain in the U.S. during processing, easing concerns fro...
30 May, 2026, 08.18 AM IST
Which visa holders face the highest risk under US’ new Green Card rules?A new USCIS policy memo is increasing discretionary scrutiny for Adjustment of Status applications, particularly impacting non-immigrant vi...
27 May, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
Green card rules change: An immigration lawyer answers all your key questionsA new USCIS policy memorandum, PM-602-0199, impacts Adjustment of Status applications. Immigration officers will now scrutinize application...
27 May, 2026, 11.17 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
'Self-respect': Zoho's Sridhar Vembu again appeals to Indians in US to come home after new Green Card rule by Trump administrationNew US Department of Homeland Security rules for Green Cards are in effect. Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu is urging Indian professionals in Am...
23 May, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
Indian students can’t start working in US without a EAD authorisation even if they have confirmed job offer; Know the US immigration lawIndian students studying in the USA on an F1 visa need specific authorization to work. This authorization comes from an Employment Authoriz...
19 May, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
US Visa Bulletin June 2026: Green card backlog worsens as EB-1, EB-2 dates move backward for IndiansThe June 2026 Visa Bulletin reveals significant setbacks for Indian applicants in employment-based green card categories, with EB-1 and EB-...
14 May, 2026, 05.35 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
US Visa Bulletin May 2026: Green Card backlog for Indians remains high; EB-5 may see cut-off rollbackThe US Visa Bulletin for May 2026 shows little movement in green card categories for Indians, with long backlogs continuing across family- ...
15 Apr, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
How priority dates and cross-chargeability affect your Green Card timelineIndian nationals working in the U.S. often face long waits for green cards due to visa quotas. A priority date determines one's place in li...
07 Apr, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Canada issues travel warning for LGBTQ+ travelers to the U.S.- here's what you need to knowCanada issues a new travel warning for the United States. It highlights risks for visa holders and permanent residents. LGBTQ+ travelers ma...
01 Oct, 2025, 11.53 PM IST
Explained: What is the U visa in the United States and who qualifies for itThe U visa is available to noncitizen victims of specific crimes who cooperate with law enforcement in the United States. It offers legal s...
18 Jul, 2025, 12.22 PM IST
US expands interview waiver eligibilty for some visa applicantsThe U.S. Department of State has revised the eligibility criteria for nonimmigrant visa applicants for interview waivers. New rules allow s...
21 Feb, 2025, 11.58 AM IST
Moving to the US: Understanding the H-4 visa for dependents of H-1B visa holdersThe H-4 visa, issued by USCIS, is for dependents of certain nonimmigrant workers like H-1B and H-1C visa holders. It allows spouses and chi...
24 Jun, 2024, 11.19 AM IST
H-1B visa domestic renewal: How to apply and what happens if your application is deniedDemand for the pilot program is expected to be very high, and application slots are limited. It is important to prepare in advance to avail...
02 Jan, 2024, 03.45 PM IST
As Israel-Hamas war rages, Israelis can now travel to US for 90 days without getting a visaThe United States has launched a visa waiver program allowing Israelis to visit the country for up to 90 days without applying for a visa. ...
20 Oct, 2023, 10.57 AM IST
Being a witness to crime could put you on a pathway to a Green Card in the USThe U non-immigrant status (U visa) is set aside for victims of certain crimes who have suffered mental or physical abuse and are helpful t...
15 Aug, 2023, 04.01 PM IST