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Germany Researcher Visa: Who can apply and how it worksForeign academics planning extended research stints in Germany require a dedicated visa. This long-stay national 'D' visa facilitates resea...
Japan to increase visa fees for foreign visitors from July 1Japan is set to significantly hike visa fees for foreigners starting July 1, the first change in 48 years. Single-entry visas will jump fro...
Indian passport, visa services in UAE to pause for five days from June 26Indian passport, visa, and attestation services in the UAE will be temporarily suspended from June 26-30 due to a change in service provide...
Indian techie forced to return to India after losing H-1B status following layoff, asks: ‘How do I start over?’An Indian software professional is returning to India after five years in the U.S. with debt and no savings, feeling defeated by layoffs, v...
New Zealand finalises skilled migrant visa changes ahead of August rolloutNew Zealand is updating its skilled migrant and work-to-residence visa programs. New rules begin August 24, 2026. Wage thresholds are simpl...
Saudi Arabia limits instant work visas for new businessesSaudi Arabia has introduced new rules for instant work visas. Newly established businesses can now get up to five visas. Older companies ca...
‘What would you do on a Saturday night in Boston?’ Ex US diplomat explains why this F-1 visa question mattersUS visa officers may ask unexpected questions, like how an applicant would spend a Saturday night in a city like Boston to gauge preparedne...
What should international students know about Germany's blocked account requirement?Germany requires international students and job seekers to open a blocked account, known as a Sperrkonto, to prove financial self-sufficien...
Germany's Freelance Visa explained: Who can apply, eligibility criteria, documents required and how the process worksGermany's Freelance Visa offers a pathway for foreign nationals to live and work independently, catering to both 'Freiberufler' (liberal pr...
US Visa Bulletin July 2026: Latest update brings bad news for Indians on the Green Card queueThe US Department of State's July 2026 Visa Bulletin introduces significant shifts for Indian green card seekers. The EB-2 category is now ...
How spouses and children can move to Germany through family reunification visaGermany offers a family reunification visa for spouses, partners, and dependent children. This visa allows them to join family members lega...
Travelling to Germany for work meetings? Here's the visa processGermany is a key European hub for international business, requiring a short-stay Schengen visa for non-visa-exempt nationals visiting for u...
Planning a Germany trip? Here's how to apply for a Schengen visaIndian citizens planning a trip to Germany require a Schengen visa for short stays. The application involves submitting documents like a pa...
India to change passport, visa service provider in UAE from July 1A new service provider will manage Indian passport, visa, and consular services across the UAE starting July 1, 2026. Al Hind Tours and Tra...
India warns citizens in Canada against fraud callers claiming to be consulate officialsIndian citizens in Canada are receiving scam calls. Fraudsters are pretending to be consulate officials. They are asking for personal infor...
How to extend your stay in Germany after completing your studiesInternational students and trainees in Germany can now stay for up to 18 months to seek employment after completing their studies or vocati...
US reaches EB-5 visa limit for Indian applicants, new issuances paused until OctoberThe US has exhausted its FY2026 EB-5 unreserved immigrant visas for Indian applicants, halting further issuances until October 1, 2026. Thi...
Planning to work in Germany? Here's what you need to know about the work visasGermany offers various work visas for non-EU nationals to address labor shortages, enabling them to live and work in the country. Eligibili...
Neeraj Sharma case: How fake job offers triggered major H-1B visa fraud probe in the USUS H1-B visa fraud: A major US immigration fraud probe targets 17 naturalised citizens. Neeraj Sharma, an Indian-origin CEO, faces denatura...
Indian diaspora groups welcome court ruling striking down $100,000 H-1B visa feeIndian diaspora groups in the US have lauded a federal court's decision to strike down the $100,000 H-1B visa fee, deeming it a fair move f...