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UK student visa refusals for Indian applicants rise to 8%, complicating international recruitment for universitiesThe refusal rate for student visas in the UK for Indian applicants has surged to eight percent, sparking worry among universities that heav...
Canada study permit wait rises to 7 weeks for Indians; work permits remain at 11 weeksCurrent processing times for study permits for Indian students have surged to about seven weeks in Canada. Work permits, however, maintain ...
India-New Zealand FTA brings in new work visas and longer post-study rights for IndiansThe India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement introduces new work visa options for Indian professionals and students. Indian PhD graduates can...
US legal immigration falls by half as visa restrictions reshape entry routes: ExplainedLegal immigration to United States fell sharply in February 2026, with immigrant visa issuances dropping dramatically. The Trump administra...
UK study visa applications hit a five-year low as universities face billions in lost economic benefits: ExplainedIn the UK, study visa applications have decreased by 10.3 percent compared to last year, hitting a five-year low. The decline is attributed...
H-1B workers from India, China take US jobs with cheaper labour, says Congressman Riley MooreUS Congressman Riley Moore has argued that H-1B visa holders are displacing American graduates in the workforce. He cited statistics indica...
United Kingdom considers a new investor visa for wealthy foreigners ahead of the October budgetThe UK government is considering a new investor visa to attract wealthy individuals and support economic growth. Proposals include various ...
J-1 probe deals another blow to Indian researchers’ American DreamResearchers from India are increasingly deferring PhD admissions in the US due to uncertainty in funding. The J-1 visa probe creates concer...
More US universities may face J-1 visa fraud probes, says Labor Department IG D'EspositoUS universities, including prestigious institutions, are under investigation for potential J-1 visa fraud and improper wage practices. Alle...
UK universities face stricter visa rules as student withdrawals rise to 10.5%Indian students applying to UK universities face a tougher visa environment as stricter compliance rules for universities coincide with a s...
US denies 35,767 Green Card applicants’ work permits as rejection rate rises to 44 per centThe US denied 35,767 work permit applications from Green Card applicants between April and June 2026, taking the rejection rate to around 4...
France aims to host 30,000 Indian students by 2030, says deputy envoy AmonFrance is aiming to welcome 30,000 Indian students by 2030 to enhance educational cooperation with India. The increase in student enrollmen...
VFS Global inaugurates its first visa application centre in Guwahati for 14 countriesVFS Global has inaugurated its first visa application centre in Guwahati, Assam, catering to multiple countries. The facility aims to serve...
UK to introduce contactless airport eGates, making entry faster for travellersThe United Kingdom is implementing a new contactless airport entry system using facial recognition technology for British citizens. This sy...
UK study visa refusals impact university offers for foreign students: ReportBritish universities are changing their approach to international admissions following new regulations from the UK Home Office. With the vi...
UK allows modern slavery victims on Skilled Worker visas to leave abusive employers without risking immigration statusThe UK Government has announced changes to support victims of modern slavery on Skilled Worker visas. These individuals can now leave abusi...
High Court seeks Delhi Police's stand on plea of 2020 riots case accused to travel to UKThe Delhi High Court sought the city police's stand on a plea by activist Natasha Narwal seeking permission to travel to the United Kindom ...
Visa denied, trip cancelled: Can travel insurance help you recover your losses?Some insurers now reimburse visa fees if your application is rejected. But modest payouts, exclusions and multiple conditions can limit the...
UK student visa refusals rise: What tougher rules mean for Indian studentsUK student visa refusals for Indian applicants have nearly doubled over the past year, while new Home Office rules require universities to ...
New Zealand student visa approvals for Indians fall to 49.3% in 2026: INZ dataImmigration New Zealand data shows that only 49.3 per cent of offshore student visa applications from India were approved between January 1...