US bill targets H-1B pipeline, seeks to end route to permanent residencyA Republican lawmaker has introduced legislation to overhaul the H-1B visa program, aiming to end its use as a pathway to permanent residen...
06 Jun, 2026, 07.22 AM IST
France eases EU Blue Card rules for skilled workersFrance has eased its EU Blue Card rules for skilled foreign workers. Professionals with three years of experience can now qualify without a...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.59 PM IST
Tighter student visa rules may deepen AI talent shortage in USProposed changes to US student visa rules could make it harder for international graduates, particularly Indians, to remain employed in the...
02 Jun, 2026, 02.05 PM IST
Planning to move to Japan? Residency and PR applications may soon cost moreJapan is raising fees for foreign residents seeking to renew or change their status. New caps are set at 100,000 yen for standard permits a...
31 May, 2026, 11.45 AM IST
New Zealand's new short term graduate visa explained: Who can apply and what's changingNew Zealand is launching a new six-month Short-term Graduate Work Visa and expanding its Post Study Work Visa from November 16, 2026. These...
30 May, 2026, 10.02 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
Indians are breaking up with Europe for a Southeast Asian getawayIndian travelers are increasingly choosing Vietnam over traditional European destinations due to rising airfares and longer flight duration...
23 May, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
France says ‘Bonjour’ to more Indian students but with a higher price tagAs visa hurdles rise in traditional study destinations, Indian students are increasingly turning to France. While easier visas and English-...
19 May, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
Nepal says no new restrictions for Indians, refutes reports about time limit, restrictions or visaNepal has dismissed media reports claiming new restrictions on Indian tourists as false. The open-border policy and bilateral ties remain u...
14 May, 2026, 08.48 PM IST
Why New Zealand is emerging strongly in India’s study abroad resetThe India-New Zealand FTA signals a significant shift in international student mobility, with New Zealand emerging as a primary choice for ...
13 May, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
UK Renters’ Rights Act: Landlords face £7,000 fine if ‘Information Sheet’ isn’t given to tenants by May 31, 2026; Know how to downloadNew rules under the UK Renters’ Rights Act 2025 require landlords to give tenants an official Information Sheet. This document explains cha...
13 May, 2026, 02.08 PM IST
International student enrolment in US falls 20% as visa restrictions hitForeign undergraduate enrollment in US colleges has dropped by 20% this spring, with 62% of surveyed schools reporting lower international ...
12 May, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
Trump wants to make H-1B workers more expensive for US employersA Trump administration proposal would significantly increase H-1B visa minimum salaries, requiring entry-level software engineers in San Fr...
08 May, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
US weighs major student visa change as ‘duration of status’ rule reaches final reviewThe Trump administration is reviewing a rule that could limit international students on F-1 visas to a four-year stay in the US, ending the...
08 May, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
US rolls out new immigration fees, asylum rules that could hit applicants harderNew US immigration fees are set to take effect soon, impacting asylum seekers and those applying for arrival/departure records. Asylum appl...
01 May, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
Visiting Japan this year? Here are the new costs you should know aboutJapan's travel costs are rising in 2026 due to new taxes and price hikes across accommodation, transport, and departure fees. Kyoto and oth...
16 Apr, 2026, 03.59 PM IST
Japan to increase visa renewal fee for foreign residentsJapan plans to significantly increase visa renewal and permanent residency fees under proposed amendments to the Immigration Control Act. T...
12 Apr, 2026, 04.19 PM IST