UK work visa applications fall 43%, and student visa applications drop 19% in latest figuresApplications for Skilled Worker and Health and Care Worker visas have declined sharply in the UK. The decline in student visa applications ...
29 Oct, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
New Zealand expands business visitor visa rules and specialist work visa eligibility for foreign professionals and providersNew Zealand has expanded the scope of activities permitted under its Business Visitor Visa for foreign nationals. Indian professionals plan...
29 Oct, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
US midterms 2026: Where Indian-American candidates stand on immigrationAs the 2026 midterm elections draw near, Indian-American candidates are stepping into the intricate sphere of immigration discussions withi...
28 Oct, 2026, 04.37 PM IST
India advises its nationals travelling to UAE to take adequate medical insuranceIndian nationals planning to travel to the UAE are urged to obtain sufficient health insurance before departure. The Indian Consulate empha...
27 Oct, 2026, 09.58 PM IST
US green card backlog explained: Why Indian EB-2 and EB-3 applicants face an eight-year disadvantage over Chinese nationalsIndian professionals face stark challenges in their pursuit of US green cards, with waits far longer than their Chinese counterparts. The N...
27 Oct, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
New Zealand updates student visa regulations, reducing research students' work rights significantlyNew Zealand has revised its student visa regulations to enhance work rights and English proficiency assessments. The changes will align mas...
27 Oct, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
Easier visas draw Indian travellers, but Japan and Europe show experiences still matterIn 2026, visa-free entry and simplified visa processes are shaping the travel preferences of Indian tourists. Popular searches have reveale...
27 Oct, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
China updates visa application process for Indian travellers; removes service centre feesFrom November onwards, the visa application process for Indian travellers to China will see changes that must be followed. An online applic...
26 Oct, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
Australia expands biometric collection requirements for visa applicants in IndiaFrom October 26 Australia will require biometrics from new visa applicants in India. This includes providing fingerprints and a facial imag...
26 Oct, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
Immigration to UK from third-world countries, including Pakistan, will end entirely, British MP Rupert Lowe warnsBritish MP Rupert Lowe has announced plans to end immigration from several developing countries, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Afghanista...
24 Oct, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
- Want to work in Japan? Skills, language tests and job routes Indians should know about
Indians can explore job opportunities in Japan through the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) programme in sectors such as manufacturing, const...
23 Oct, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
US visa wait times: India faces 12-month wait for visitor visa slots, 6.5 months for work visasIndian applicants seeking US business and tourist visas currently face long waiting periods for interview appointments. Mumbai has a wait t...
22 Oct, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Australia’s new arrival control law raises questions for students and workers returning homeNew amendments grant the Minister for Home Affairs of Australia enforces visa-specific restrictions. Currently, these guidelines primarily ...
21 Oct, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
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 ...
21 Oct, 2026, 12.48 PM IST
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...
21 Oct, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
India-New Zealand FTA comes into force, offers zero-duty access for Indian goods, new visa pathwaysThe India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) came into force on Tuesday, marking India's 17th operational free trade pact and opening u...
20 Oct, 2026, 10.09 AM IST
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...
19 Oct, 2026, 10.46 PM IST