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Immigration
Immigration
Welcome to Immigration with BS – your go-to source for global news on visas, passports, travel, and immigration. Whether you're exploring jobs abroad, planning to study overseas, applying for an investment visa, or just travelling for leisure, we bring you the latest updates and insights to help individuals and organisations make informed choices.
Canada Express Entry: 714 foreigners invited for permanent residency
Canada held its first Express Entry draw of November 2025, inviting 714 candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program with a CRS cutoff of 738, marking the largest such draw since April
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Trump's new rule may end OPT for foreign students: What US govt papers show
A forthcoming Trump administration rule could end or severely restrict the OPT, impacting thousands of international students and raising concerns among educators and economists
Updated On : 12 Nov 2025 | 3:51 PM IST "Immigration")
China K visa vs H-1B: Can Beijing lure foreign tech talent from US, Europe?
China K Visa: As the US raises barriers for foreign professionals, Beijing unveils a new K visa offering longer stays, easier entry, and freedom to work or study in science and technology sectors
Updated On : 12 Nov 2025 | 7:49 AM IST "Immigration")
US visa rejection leaves Indian medical student puzzled: What went wrong?
An Indian medical student's B1/B2 visa was refused at the US Consulate in Kolkata despite being chosen for a four-week observership
Updated On : 11 Nov 2025 | 4:15 PM IST "Immigration")
Latest Updates on Immigration
75% of India's smaller-city students prefer Germany for studies: Report
A TerraTern survey found students from smaller Indian cities are prioritising affordability, jobs and migration pathways over traditional destinations
 "75% of India's smaller-city students prefer Germany for studies: Report")
EU Blue Card: Czech Republic hikes salary threshold by 6.6% to Rs 3.38 lakh
The Czech Republic has increased the EU Blue Card salary threshold to 73,823 CZK as of May 1, 2026. Here's who will be affected
 "EU Blue Card: Czech Republic hikes salary threshold by 6.6% to Rs 3.38 lakh")
US immigration boosts healthcare staffing, elder care, says new study
MIT, Harvard and University of Rochester researchers found immigration growth improved healthcare staffing and elder care outcomes in US nursing homes
 "US immigration boosts healthcare staffing, elder care, says new study")
India's 283,772 H-1B visa approvals in FY25 spark fresh US jobs debate
USCIS data showing India received nearly 70% of H-1B approvals has reignited debate over foreign hiring and US tech jobs
 "India's 283,772 H-1B visa approvals in FY25 spark fresh US jobs debate")
Portugal golden visa: Citizenship wait doubles to 10 yrs, civic test added
New law signed on May 3 extends timelines, adds civic test, and shifts residency clock amid rising immigration levels
 "Portugal golden visa: Citizenship wait doubles to 10 yrs, civic test added")
Immigration crackdown backfires? US-born workers lose jobs amid ICE arrests
New research finds stricter immigration enforcement may reduce employment and hiring across sectors instead of creating more jobs for US-born workers
 "Immigration crackdown backfires? US-born workers lose jobs amid ICE arrests")
L-1 visa: How firms can transfer foreign staff to launch projects in US
US Commerce Secretary says firms setting up locally can use L-1 visas to bring staff and launch operations while training American workers
 "L-1 visa: How firms can transfer foreign staff to launch projects in US")
My visa-to-citizenship journey took 17 yrs: US leader on immigration debate
US lawmaker Pramila Jayapal uses her own immigration journey to argue for expanding citizenship pathways and defending TPS holders amid policy shifts
 "My visa-to-citizenship journey took 17 yrs: US leader on immigration debate")
US OPT visa rules: Don't miss self-employment option, says attorney
A US immigration lawyer says many students miss OPT options, including self-employment, leading to avoidable loss of work opportunities
 "US OPT visa rules: Don't miss self-employment option, says attorney")
No visa lottery, tougher Green Card rules: What is Americans First Act
New proposal seeks to cut family visas, end diversity lottery, and prioritise skilled workers under US immigration system overhaul
 "No visa lottery, tougher Green Card rules: What is Americans First Act")
Foreign doctors in US see visa relief as Trump eases travel ban rules
Foreign doctors already in the US can resume visa processing after weeks of disruption linked to the Trump administration's travel ban policy
Thailand visa fees hiked: From tourists to digital nomads, check full list
Planning a Thailand trip? New visa, SMART, LTR, and consular charges apply from April 27, 2026, while visa-free entry rules remain unchanged
 "Thailand visa fees hiked: From tourists to digital nomads, check full list")
Green card overhaul? New US Bill seeks to scrap lottery, tighten visas
A new US Bill proposes scrapping the diversity lottery, tightening visa routes and shifting to a merit-based system. Here's what it could change
 "Green card overhaul? New US Bill seeks to scrap lottery, tighten visas")
Immigration, visa changes in May 2026: US, UK, Canada, Europe updates
Immigration News May 2026: From US asylum rules to Europe's digital border system, May 2026 brings policy changes that will affect travellers, students and workers globally
 "Immigration, visa changes in May 2026: US, UK, Canada, Europe updates")
H-1B visa fraud: Texas probes 30 firms over 'ghost offices' to hire workers
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a probe into nearly 30 firms over alleged H-1B fraud, including claims of 'ghost offices' used to sponsor workers
Canada Express Entry French round: 4,000 invited for permanent residence
Canada's latest Express Entry draw targets French speakers with 4,000 ITAs as the country pushes higher francophone immigration outside Quebec
 "Canada Express Entry French round: 4,000 invited for permanent residence")
H-1B visa shouldn't cheapen value of American workers: N Carolina official
Proposal to revise wage calculations for foreign workers draws support and criticism as US seeks to align pay with market rates
 "H-1B visa shouldn't cheapen value of American workers: N Carolina official")
EB-5 visa warning: India may face green card delays as risks emerge
US Visa Bulletin warns India may face EB-5 cut-off soon. Experts explain timelines, risks, and why September 30, 2026 matters
 "EB-5 visa warning: India may face green card delays as risks emerge")
Australia immigration: At 971,020, Indians become largest migrant group
ABS data shows Indians overtaking England-born residents in Australia, as migration patterns shift and political debate intensifies
 "Australia immigration: At 971,020, Indians become largest migrant group")
Live in France: Earn Rs 2.7 lakh/month? This visa lets you stay for a year
Planning a long stay in France without working? Here's how the Visiteur visa works, what income you need, and the total funds required
 "Live in France: Earn Rs 2.7 lakh/month? This visa lets you stay for a year")