Soaring fares fail to ground year-end international travel plansDespite a 25% increase in international airfares, bookings for year-end overseas holidays among Indians have risen by one-third. Many trave...
10 Nov, 2026, 12.47 AM IST
South Africa expands Electronic Travel Authorization to Indian travellersSouth Africa's Electronic Travel Authorization system now allows online visa applications for 53 countries including India. The new ETA sys...
09 Nov, 2026, 06.37 PM IST
Indian parents getting US residency? 6 financial implications to consider before applyingInvestments in bank accounts, mutual funds, shares and other assets will have to be reviewed and modified. It is illegal under India’s FEMA...
09 Nov, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
India-EU trade deal to ease mobility for Indian professionals, but work visas will still be requiredThe proposed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement is set to simplify temporary entry for Indian professionals. It includes provisions ...
04 Nov, 2026, 02.55 PM IST
US Midterm elections 2026: Could the results change how long Indian students can stay in America?The outcome of the US Midterm elections could significantly impact the future of the student visa framework, particularly for Indian learne...
02 Nov, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
New Zealand Parent Resident Visa applicants receive estimated selection dates under the queue systemNew Zealand has released a new system that allows applicants to monitor their position in the Parent Resident Visa queue. The Immigration N...
01 Nov, 2026, 11.13 AM IST
Australia's new biometric rule for Indian visa applicants: Who will have to comply? High Commission clarifiesAustralian High Commission in India has exclusively mentioned that Australia’s expanded biometric requirements will cover most temporary an...
29 Oct, 2026, 05.18 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
Diwali travel 2026: Bangkok, Phuket and Tokyo top Indian searches for overseas holidays: Agoda dataAs the festive season approaches, Indian travellers are exploring exciting destinations both locally and abroad. With a marked interest in ...
28 Oct, 2026, 03.19 PM IST
South Korea updates international education reforms; introduces incentives to develop Korean language skillsSouth Korea aims to change its international student visa system by focusing on Korean language proficiency and academic performance. The M...
28 Oct, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
Rome says no to tourist tax, plans short-term rental curbs to tackle overtourismRome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri has decided against implementing an entry fee for tourists visiting the city. He believes that regulating shor...
28 Oct, 2026, 12.22 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
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
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
Thailand considers Rs 2,836 departure tax that could make trips costlier for Indian travellersThailand is contemplating a departure tax of 1,000 baht for travellers leaving the country and 450 baht for air arrivals. This proposal aim...
19 Oct, 2026, 01.27 PM IST