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US hits 2025 H-2B visa cap for returning workers: Indians excluded

USCIS has received enough petitions to reach the additional 19,000 H-2B visas made available for returning workers

Just married to a US citizen? Here's when you can apply for a green card

If you're in the US on a tourist visa, hold off for a bit-timing is everything

Canada work permit delays: What's happening to thousands of migrants?

The delays stem from both stricter immigration rules and growing political pressure to reduce the number of temporary residents

New US visa rule: Carry this to avoid visa cancellation at interview

The DS-160 is required for all short-term US visas including B1/B2 (tourist/business), F-1 (student), H-1B (work), and J-1 (exchange visitor) categories

No visa ban for UP, Punjab, Gujarat, Kashmiri students, says Australia

The assertion that Indian university student applications from specific Indian states are being banned, or restricted, is incorrect, said the Australian High Commission in New Delhi

Trump states target driving rights: Indian immigrants face new hurdles

"Welcome to Tennessee, illegal immigrants are not welcome," said Tennessee House Majority Leader William Lamberth in a statement

Canada's 2025 immigration plan: Who gets permanent residency, who doesn't

With a Canada federal election on the horizon and a growing housing crisis, the construction sector has become a clear priority

Tired of UK, US visa policy? Uzbekistan to offer 5-yr residency for Rs 2 cr

From June 1, 2025, Uzbekistan will begin offering a simplified five-year residence permit in exchange for a government donation

USCIS to immigrants: Report address change within 10 days or risk trouble

In a recent LinkedIn post, USCIS said it does not forward mail via the United States Postal Service (USPS)

Indians turn to spiritual travel: Allahabad, Varanasi searches soar 200%

Between January and March this year, both domestic and international travellers showed increased interest in cities known for their religious and cultural significance

Schengen rush: 19% rise in Indian trips, 62% pick $250,000+ insurance cover

Germany, France, and Switzerland continue to rank among the top five destinations

Canada Express Entry: 825 candidates invited for permanent residency

The latest draw was limited to Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates

Top visa picks for Indians: Spain, Thailand, Morocco, Europe, says BLS Intl

In an interview with Business Standard, Shikhar Aggarwal of BLS International discusses where Indians are travelling and why inbound business travel to India is rising

Scared of Trump's immigration crackdown, more migrants seek Canadian asylum

There are so many people that have been deported since Donald Trump has been in office, you know they're just scared, according to a Montreal-based group that assists undocumented migrants

Trump's offer to illegal immigrants: Self-deport and get cash, flight

Donald Trump said on April 15, 2025, that he wants to offer undocumented immigrants a "self-deportation" option

F-1 visa worry: Students face action over past and minor offences

These students, enrolled at institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, University of Maryland, Ohio State University and smaller liberal arts colleges, say their legal status was suddenly revoked

Saudi Arabia adds 10,000 Hajj slots for India, 2025 quota hits 175,000

Quota for Indians reached 175,000 for 2025 by the Saudi government, but missed deadlines by private operators caused delays

New Zealand investor visa revamped: 2,500+ visits in just two weeks

The surge follows a set of changes introduced on April 1, 2025, that simplify the investor visa route and reduce the physical presence requirement in the country

New US immigration ID rule: F-1 visa holders fear scrutiny in daily life

Now, all non-citizens, including students and temporary visa holders-have to carry proof of legal status at all times

Married a US citizen or green card holder? Be ready for tough fraud checks

"Getting married just to receive immigration benefits is a crime and can lead to deportation, arrest and substantial fines," USCIS said