Germany spouse visa: Who can apply, requirements, and application process explainedSpouses of German citizens and legal residents can now reunite in Germany through a streamlined spouse visa process. This long-stay visa, r...
23 Jun, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
US proposes 75% hike in citizenship application fee, ends fee waivers for naturalisation seekersUS Homeland Security is proposing a significant hike in naturalisation application fees, with Form N-400 potentially rising by 75% to $1,33...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
A tax-law argument could make or break Trump's H-1B $100,000 planA US court blocked a $100,000 H-1B visa fee, deeming it an unconstitutional tax imposed by presidential authority without congressional app...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
New US visa rule could change how long international students can stay in the countryUS authorities are set to replace the 'duration of status' system for international students with fixed stay periods. This significant poli...
22 Jun, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
Venice may hike visitor entry fee to €50 to curb overtourismVenice's new mayor, Simone Venturini, proposes a significant hike in the city's controversial entrance fee, potentially reaching €50 on pea...
21 Jun, 2026, 12.33 PM IST
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...
20 Jun, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
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...
20 Jun, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
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...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
'If you import people from Third World Countries...': Trump reiterates stance on immigrationPresident Trump renewed his criticism of immigration, stating that large-scale migration from developing countries could undermine the US. ...
16 Jun, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
Trump administration challenges judge’s order on $100,000 H-1B visa feeThe Trump administration is appealing a federal judge's decision that invalidated a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications. A Boston court...
12 Jun, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
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...
11 Jun, 2026, 12.16 PM IST
Visa and Mastercard $38 billion swipe fee settlement gets preliminary approval after 20-year legal battle - what it means for merchants, credit card fees and consumersVisa Mastercard swipe fee settlement explained: A major legal battle over credit card swipe fees has advanced. A US district judge has give...
11 Jun, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
H-1B workers get relief as US court scraps $100,000 fee; employers may accelerate filingsA US federal judge struck down the $100,000 fee for fresh H-1B petitions, deeming it an unlawful tax. This ruling could encourage more appl...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
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...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
US lawmakers cheer as court blocks $100,000 H-1B fee in major blow to Trump visa curbsUS lawmakers welcomed a court ruling blocking a proposed USD 100,000 H-1B visa fee, despite White House plans to appeal. The decision cruci...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.46 AM IST
US to offer B1/B2 visa interview appointments within 10 days for additional $750 feeThe US State Department will launch a pilot programme from July 1 allowing certain consulates to offer B1/B2 visa applicants interview appo...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.34 AM IST
Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee is unlawful, US judge rulesA United States judge has ruled a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas unlawful. President Donald Trump had announced this fee in September. The ...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.53 AM IST