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New Zealand expands post-study work visa eligibility from Nov 16: Details

New route covers eligible graduate diploma holders with a bachelor's degree, including those with overseas degrees

New Zealand expands post-study work visa eligibility from Nov 16: Details
Updated On : 10 Sep 2026 | 2:24 PM IST

Indian students rethink the American dream amid visa uncertainty

For students preparing to begin courses this fall, visa delays can create uncertainty around travel, accommodation and other commitments made after securing admission

Indian students rethink the American dream amid visa uncertainty
Updated On : 09 Sep 2026 | 10:15 PM IST

Cognizant green card filings suspended in US: What it means for workers

The move could delay green card sponsorship for IT firm's employees as Washington steps up scrutiny of H-1B and employment-based visa programmes

Cognizant green card filings suspended in US: What it means for workers
Updated On : 09 Sep 2026 | 11:33 AM IST

Denmark to open new work route in 2027: Eligibility and key rules explained

New plan will cover workers from 16 countries, including India, but applicants must meet salary, job and employer conditions.

Denmark to open new work route in 2027: Eligibility and key rules explained
Updated On : 08 Sep 2026 | 3:54 PM IST

US Green Card: How credit checks could weigh on applicants and sponsors

Could a sponsor's financial history come under closer scrutiny? Here's what the latest Form I-864 change means for applicants

US Green Card: How credit checks could weigh on applicants and sponsors
Updated On : 08 Sep 2026 | 2:21 PM IST

UK changes immigration rules from October: 5 major things to know

New UK rules will expand protection for some migrants while changing student, family and Erasmus+ provisions from October 2026

UK changes immigration rules from October: 5 major things to know
Updated On : 07 Sep 2026 | 5:31 PM IST

Australia bans new enrolments in course: What Indian students need to know

Australia has stopped new international enrolments in one graduate diploma, citing visa refusals and concerns over non-genuine student transfers

Australia bans new enrolments in course: What Indian students need to know
Updated On : 07 Sep 2026 | 5:26 PM IST

US green card: Indian EB-1 applicants face risk of visa numbers running out

Indian EB-1 applicants face fresh uncertainty as US green card numbers could run out before September 30.

US green card: Indian EB-1 applicants face risk of visa numbers running out
Updated On : 04 Sep 2026 | 1:37 PM IST

US Visa Bulletin: Indian families get green card relief, EB-1 stays tight

Family-sponsored categories see sharp gains as US visa numbers near the end of the country's fiscal year

US Visa Bulletin: Indian families get green card relief, EB-1 stays tight
Updated On : 04 Sep 2026 | 11:27 AM IST

2,000 invited to apply for permanent Canadian residency: Know who qualifies

Those selected now have 60 days to submit their complete permanent residency application

2,000 invited to apply for permanent Canadian residency: Know who qualifies
Updated On : 03 Sep 2026 | 3:06 PM IST

28-year-old secured H-1B, then quit US job and returned home: Here's why

After securing the visa she had worked towards for years, Disha Lamba left her six-figure US job within two months

28-year-old secured H-1B, then quit US job and returned home: Here's why
Updated On : 02 Sep 2026 | 3:43 PM IST

Indians get visa-free Thailand entry, but stay cut to 30 days from Sept 15

Foreign nationals who enter Thailand under the existing 60-day visa exemption before September 15, 2026 may remain for the full period granted upon entry.

Indians get visa-free Thailand entry, but stay cut to 30 days from Sept 15
Updated On : 02 Sep 2026 | 9:06 AM IST

Thailand cuts visa-free stay to 30 days for Indians, 59 other countries

The country will halve the visa-free stay from 60 to 30 days from Sep 15, affecting Indian tourists and travellers from 59 other countries

Thailand cuts visa-free stay to 30 days for Indians, 59 other countries
Updated On : 01 Sep 2026 | 5:07 PM IST

What Indian applicants must know about new immigration rules in Sept

US, Belgium and Cyprus are changing visa, work permit and residency rules this month, impacting Indian students, workers and applicants.

What Indian applicants must know about new immigration rules in Sept
Updated On : 01 Sep 2026 | 4:54 PM IST

Canada opens 5 PR pathways to foreign doctors: What Indians need to know

Canada is seeking more doctors and has five PR routes for foreign physicians, but medical licensing remains a key hurdle for Indians

Canada opens 5 PR pathways to foreign doctors: What Indians need to know
Updated On : 31 Aug 2026 | 6:09 PM IST

H-1B shock? US may end 60-day job-loss grace period for foreign workers

H-1B Workers Could Lose 60-Day Safety Net Under New US Proposal

H-1B shock? US may end 60-day job-loss grace period for foreign workers
Updated On : 31 Aug 2026 | 4:40 PM IST

Trump's ICE eyes $2 million Robot Dogs for immigration enforcement

From Shock Gloves to Robot Dogs: ICE Expands High-Tech Enforcement Arsenal

Trump's ICE eyes $2 million Robot Dogs for immigration enforcement
Updated On : 31 Aug 2026 | 10:17 AM IST

US tightens checks on foreign student jobs, warns colleges of action

Immigration authorities warn colleges of action over improper work approvals, potentially affecting Indians seeking jobs while studying

US tightens checks on foreign student jobs, warns colleges of action
Updated On : 28 Aug 2026 | 4:46 PM IST

US ICE orders 6,000 shock gloves amid 'illegal immigration' crackdown

The gloves can deliver painful electric shocks on direct contact and are intended for arrests, detainee transport and civil disturbances

US ICE orders 6,000 shock gloves amid 'illegal immigration' crackdown
Updated On : 28 Aug 2026 | 12:32 PM IST

Over 35,000 Indians got UK settlement in 2026, up 51% amid tighter rules

Indian nationals accounted for the largest settlement and citizenship grants as Britain prepares to make its five-year ILR route tougher.

Over 35,000 Indians got UK settlement in 2026, up 51% amid tighter rules
Updated On : 28 Aug 2026 | 12:29 PM IST