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US denies business visa to Indian techie earning Rs 1 cr after 3 questions

A senior Indian tech lead was denied a US B1/B2 visa in under a minute at the New Delhi embassy, despite strong ties and plans to attend a major tech conference

'America gave us a dream, took our youth': Student confronts US Vice Prez

Indian-origin student confronts JD Vance over Trump immigration policy and interfaith remarks

US re-vetting for foreign workers returns: Impact on Indians decoded

USCIS scraps Biden-era rule allowing automatic EAD extensions, affecting H-4 spouses and adjustment applicants from October 30, 2025

Green card applicants: One mistake on this form could cost you, warns USCIS

Green card applicants risk rejection if Form I-485 is incomplete, warns USCIS, as errors in the public charge section remain a major cause of delays

Over 2,700 Indians staying illegally in US deported since January: MEA

"From the UK side, this year we have had around 100 Indian nationals who have been deported after their nationality was duly verified by us, MEA spokesperson Jaiswal said

US ends automatic work permit extensions, thousands of Indian workers hit

US Work Permit News: The US has ended automatic work permit extensions for migrant workers from October 30, 2025, affecting thousands, including Indian employees

Bulgaria to open long-term visa centres for Indians in 6 cities from Nov 1

Indian citizens can apply for Bulgaria's long-term D visa at VFS Global centres in six cities, starting November 1, 2025

H-1B visas banned at Florida universities: What it means for immigrants

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has ordered state universities to stop using H-1B visas, accusing them of replacing qualified American graduates with foreign workers

Visa fraud: How an Indian-origin man duped New Zealand's immigration system

Indian-origin man in New Zealand jailed to home detention for charging up to $30,000 in a visa fraud scheme using fake jobs and wage records

Florida Governor directs state universities not to use H-1B visas

Citing examples of professionals on H-1B visas from countries including China, Spain, and the UK, DeSantis questioned the need for foreign hires in academic and research positions

Canada Express Entry: 1,000 immigrants get permanent residency invitations

Canada invites 1,000 skilled workers already employed in the country to apply for permanent residency, with a minimum CRS score of 533 in its latest CEC-focused Express Entry draw

From Germany to Spain, top 10 European study abroad destinations in 2026

As visa hurdles rise in Canada and the US, a new report finds Europe could see 5% yearly growth in international enrolments through 2030

US refuses tourist visa to man with high-paying job, property, family ties

A US-based safety manager says his US tourist visa was denied despite strong family and financial ties, sparking debate online about unpredictable B2 refusals

H-1B workers, foreign students now need a US bank account to pay USCIS fees

USCIS has stopped taking cheques and money orders. Immigration applicants must now pay filing fees by US bank account debit or credit card, using new forms

Australia rolls out confidential support for immigrants with expired visas

Australia launches confidential online booking tool to help people with expired visas resolve their immigration status voluntarily and without enforcement pressure

H-1B visa: US tech grads lose jobs to cheaper foreign workers, says CEO

Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee draws support from Skillstorm CEO, who says US tech graduates are losing jobs to cheaper foreign workers

Schengen visa rejection: Why an Indian couple's Norway trip is now in limbo

Indian man's Norway trip plan hit a roadblock after his Schengen visa was denied over doubts he would return home despite full paperwork and family invitation

Visa on arrival or e-visa: What really works best for Indian travellers

Indian travellers have more visa-on-arrival and e-visa options than ever, but recent cases show why checking rules in advance is essential for a smooth trip

Canada Express Entry: 302 foreigners invited under provincial nominee draw

Canada's latest Express Entry draw issued 302 invitations to Provincial Nominee Program candidates, with a CRS cut-off of 761 as competition remains tight in 2025

H-1B visa fee: From students to skilled workers, full list of who is exempt

USCIS clarifies that the $100,000 H-1B visa fee will only apply to new petitions filed on or after September 21, 2025, mostly affecting workers outside the United States