Canada: Quebec expands special work permits to spouses of permanent residence candidatesQuebec is offering new work permits to spouses of skilled worker applicants. This temporary measure, effective June 5, 2026, eases requirem...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
Finland grants record citizenship approvals as immigration falls; Indians among top family visa applicantsFinland saw a record number of citizenship approvals in 2025. This occurred even as overall immigration to the country decreased. Indians w...
01 Jun, 2026, 02.27 PM 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
US lawmakers, immigration advocates slam new green card policy, seek reversalA new policy by the Trump administration mandates green card applicants to apply from their home countries. This move faces strong criticis...
23 May, 2026, 07.54 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
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
Indian Americans weigh exit from US as concerns over policies grow under TrumpA survey reveals many Indian Americans are contemplating leaving the US. This stems from political dissatisfaction and a shift in party aff...
23 Apr, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
Student visas down 40%, H-1B slips as US cuts legal immigration faster than border crossingsLegal immigration to the US has declined more sharply than illegal border crossings, according to a study by the Cato Institute. Student vi...
22 Apr, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
H-1B and F-1 in 2026: What visa-dependent professionals need to know about long-term immigration planningRecent policy shifts have significantly narrowed the margins for H-1B and F-1 visa holders in the U.S., increasing uncertainty for families...
16 Apr, 2026, 01.13 PM 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
US under fire for collecting $1 billion in immigration fees for stalled applicationsAmerica is facing criticism over its immigration policies. Applicants are paying fees but their cases are not being processed. Over a billi...
25 Mar, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
Texas judge leaves temporary block on Biden's legalization program for immigrant spousesA U.S. judge has maintained a temporary block on President Biden's program that offers a path to citizenship for immigrant spouses of U.S. ...
05 Sep, 2024, 07.47 AM IST
Biden to give legal protections to immigrant spouses of US citizensPresident Joe Biden will announce new protections for immigrant spouses of U.S. citizens, marking the 12-year anniversary of DACA. The poli...
18 Jun, 2024, 10.59 AM IST
Biden admin settles for automatic job authorisation for spouses of H-1B visa holdersAn H-4 visa is issued by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to immediate family members (spouse and children under 21 year...
12 Nov, 2021, 10.25 AM IST
Industry welcomes US's move to grant work permits to spouses of foreign workersThe new regulation is expected to affect around 1,79,600 people in the coming year and 55,000 annually in subsequent years, USCIS said.
26 Feb, 2015, 10.27 AM IST