Immigration News

Canada suspends parent sponsorship applications: What it means for families

Canada has stopped accepting new parent sponsorship applications for 2026, but the Super Visa is open

US revives rule that could deny green cards over public benefits: Details

From September 18, use of specified public benefits may become a factor in green card eligibility assessment

US ends automatic stay for F-1 students: What Indian applicants should know

The rule is scheduled for publication on July 17, 2026 and is expected to take effect 60 days after publication, subject to congressional review requirements.

US to restore stricter public charge test for green cards: Key changes

What is the US public charge rule? New immigration policy explained

Delhi HC voids visa, passport services tender for Australia, Singapore

Delhi High Court has set aside the government's tender for outsourcing passport, visa and consular services in Australia, Singapore, the UAE and Kuwait, directing authorities to invite fresh bids

Donald Trump to limit student visas to four years in latest crackdown

US tightens student visa rules with four-year stay limit, requiring extensions for longer academic programmes

Germany citizenship in 2026: Eligibility, application process explained

From eligibility and documents to fees and processing time, here's how the German citizenship process works in 2026

UK's India Young Professionals Scheme ballot opens on July 21-How it works

For eligible Indians aged 18-30, the July ballot represents the last opportunity in 2026 to secure one of the remaining places under a visa route that offers two years of work and living rights in UK.

Japan travel costs more from July as departure tax triples to ¥3,000

For most international visitors, the biggest impact will be a higher airfare or cruise fare rather than an additional payment at departure.

Planning a long European holiday? Here's how Schengen Shuffle can help

Here's how the Schengen Shuffle works, what the 90/180-day rule means and what Indian travellers should know

Germany's AI courses see 600% spike in Indian demand, applications up 370%

Move over US and Canada? Germany emerges as India's next study-abroad hotspot

Australia replaces paper arrival cards with QR-based digital entry system

Travellers will be able to submit Customs and biosecurity details online before arrival as Australia phases out paper forms

UK to open final India Young Professionals visa ballot on July 21: Details

Eligible Indians aged 18-30 can enter the final ballot for a chance to live, work and study in the UK for two years

Germany family reunification visa: Eligibility, process explained

From eligibility and documents to processing time, here's how Germany's family reunification visa works

New Zealand visa rules change: No police certificate could mean no visa

New Zealand tightens visa process: Missing police certificate could mean rejection

Applying for US visa? AI promises to prepare petitions in under 30 minutes

Explained: The AI tool promising to prepare US immigration petitions in 30 minutes

Canada extends special PR route for French-speaking students till 2027

Eligible graduates can apply for permanent residence without a job offer under the extended pilot programme

Germany spouse visa: Eligibility, costs, process and key rules explained

From eligibility and A1 language rules to costs, work rights and residency, here's how Germany's spouse visa works

Planning to move to Australia? Your visa may now cost up to 25% more

Australia raises student visa fee to AUD 2,500: What it means for Indian students

The world's strongest passports come with the world's highest tax bills

Beyond visa-free travel: Why taxes, wealth and investment now define passport power