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H-1B visa stamping delays: What 221(g) slip means for Indian workers in US

From administrative processing to colour-coded slips, here's what happens when an H-1B visa is placed under section 221(g)

Want to work remotely from Europe? Bulgaria unveils new digital nomad visa

From freelancers to company founders, Bulgaria's new digital nomad visa offers a fresh Schengen-based option for non-EU remote workers

US immigration update: H-1B, OPT, green card premium processing fees hiked

The US immigration agency cited inflation while revising premium processing fees across key visa and green card filings used by Indian professionals and students

Indian professionals return home amid US visa uncertainty under Trump

Tightening US immigration policies and visa uncertainty are driving Indian professionals, including senior executives, to return home as job opportunities expand across India's fast-growing economy

Spouses of H-1B holders sue US govt over end of automatic work permits

The lawsuit challenges a recent DHS rule change, arguing it was imposed without due process and could force thousands of legally employed dependents to stop working amid visa renewal delays

Immigration raids: What rights migrants, US citizens have if ICE approaches

ICE is holding more than 68,400 people in detention. Here is what immigrants and US citizens should know if approached by officers

South Australia issues 344 skilled visa invites, opens doors for Indians

The first draw of the new migration year focused on healthcare, engineering, IT, education and construction roles

Hundreds of Indian students in Germany face visa risk: What went wrong

German authorities say IU Berlin's hybrid programmes do not meet full-time study rules, putting hundreds of Indian students at risk

H-1B, H-4 visa holders: Planning an emergency trip to India? Think twice

With visa appointments pushed to mid-2026, an immigration lawyer urges caution for those needing fresh US visa stamping

Canada Start-up Visa misused as PR route, not job creation: What happened?

Ottawa says an internal review found the Start-up Visa was increasingly being used to secure permanent residence rather than to build businesses

Studying abroad? BookMyForex offers same-day international fee transfers

The MakeMyTrip Group firm says funds can reach universities in as little as six hours, easing pressure from tight overseas fee deadlines

Canada Express Entry: 8,000 candidates invited for PR, CRS cut-off at 511

The latest Canadian Experience Class draw is the second-largest on record and has the lowest CRS cut-off seen in 2025

Woman killed in Minneapolis during immigration crackdown: All that happened

US President Donald Trump defended the ICE officer, saying the woman 'violently, willfully, and viciously' ran towards him

US adds Venezuela, 24 other countries to $15,000 visa bond requirement

Visitors from 25 newly added countries may need to post bonds of up to $15,000 for B1/B2 visas under a Trump-era pilot scheme

US Embassy warns Indian students of breaking laws, says visa is a privilege

Last year, the US Embassy also cautioned citizens against remaining in America beyond their authorised stay, saying violators risk deportation and a lifelong entry ban

US O-1 visa: How digital creators qualify for America's 'genius visa'

From online reach to earnings data, immigration lawyers say the creator economy is reshaping how the O-1 visa is assessed

US visa: How an Indian applicant cleared a B1/B2 interview smoothly

A Delhi-based management consultant describes his US B1/B2 visa interview, covering language, travel history, work questions, and approval at the New Delhi consulate

US immigration: 1.5 million face loss of legal status under Trump rollbacks

End of TPS and humanitarian parole protections is triggering lawsuits and raising concerns over jobs, communities and the wider US economy

Canada's 2026 immigration changes: Study permits, jobs and visas explained

New rules affect study permits, startup visas, job hiring and provincial mobility from January 1

India launches new e-Business visa for Chinese nationals: How to apply

Short stay for specific business activities now easier with online process