Page 31 - Latest Updates on Immigration

Green card holder? You still may be banned from buying property in the US

Several US states are moving to restrict land purchases by green card holders and foreigners near military and critical sites, citing security concerns and foreign influence

Canada crackdown: Now, you won't get a second chance to extend your visa

Canada's new rules end maintained status if your first visa bid is refused. A second application won't keep you in the country, says IRCC

Trump's $5 million 'Gold Card' may succeed in India, but faces legal test

Trump's $5 million 'Gold Card' visa may attract wealthy Indians, but legal experts say replacing the EB-5 programme would need approval from Congress

30% drop in student placements amid global visa crackdown? IDP rings alarm

Student placements expected to drop 30% as restrictive visa policies in the US, Canada, the UK and Australia create hurdles for international students, said IDP Education Ltd

UK plans 10-year settlement wait for immigrants: What it means for them

The UK govt's plan to extend the settlement period from five to 10 years for migrants has raised concerns in Parliament, with MPs questioning how it will affect those already living in the country

Your US visa won't be issued until all security checks are complete: USCIS

The United States has stepped up security screenings for all visa applicants, with the USCIS warning that no visas will be issued until every background check is cleared

US visa delays stretch to 14 months for visitors: Chennai, Mumbai worst hit

In Chennai, appointments for US visitor visas, known as B1 and B2, are now booked 14 months ahead, while in Mumbai, the average wait is around 9.5 months

Canada sees 5,500 foreign student asylum claims in 2025, up 22% from 2024

Canada is witnessing an unprecedented surge in international students seeking asylum, with 5,500 claims in early 2025 and 20,245 in 2024

Visa-free travel, work restrictions, and more: June's immigration shake-up

June 2025 kicks off with sweeping migration and visa rule updates. Australia's cutback on migrant intake, the US visa interview pause, and China's expanded visa-free schemes top the list

US shuns foreign students? Hong Kong, China, Japan throw doors open

As Trump cracks down on foreign enrolment at US universities, countries such as Hong Kong, China, Japan, and India's top advisors encourage affected students to consider new study options

USCIS says no citizenship for immigrants without good moral character

USCIS has warned that green card holders with poor moral character will not be considered for US citizenship, citing the need for applicants to meet high ethical and community standards

Canada visas 2025: India leads with 45.8% of 834,010 study, work permits

Canada has approved 834,010 temporary resident applications in early 2025, with India accounting for 45.8% or 382,055 permits-mostly for students and workers in high-demand sectors

Check visa slots daily: US to students as pause in visa process is short

The US State Department says the pause on new visa interviews for international students is only temporary, urging them to keep checking for open slots

US visa freeze hits Indian students: Who's at risk, what's next - decoded

The US has suspended student visa appointments globally, including for Indian applicants, as it intensifies social media checks. This has left many Indian students unsure about their future studies

Trump wants 15% cap on foreign students: What it means for Indians

Trump suggests a 15% cap on foreign students at Harvard. Indian students worry about study plans as US policy shifts spark concerns over access and opportunity

Germany to end 3-year citizenship option for migrants; 5-year path to stay

"Express naturalisation after three years of residency was a mistake", the German government said

Canada visa denied? Indians now have 75 days to seek court review

For those who believe their visa refusal was due to a legal error or misunderstanding, this extra time can be used to prepare a stronger case

Record 58,000 Indians left UK in 2024 due to tougher immigration rules

At the same time, only 156,000 Indians moved to the UK during the year for work, study and other reasons, marking a sharp drop from the 277,000 recorded in 2023

Germany ends visa appeals: Costlier path for Indian students, workers

From July 1, Germany scraps informal visa appeals, raising costs and delays for Indian students and workers

Trump moves to end protections for immigrant children in federal custody

The Trump administration filed a motion on Thursday to end a policy cornerstone that since the 1990s has offered protections to child migrants in federal custody, in a move that likely will be challenged by advocates. The protections in place, known as the Flores Settlement, largely limit to 72 hours the amount of time that child migrants travelling alone or with family and detained by the US Border Patrol can be kept in US Customs and Border Protection custody. They also ensure the children are kept in safe and sanitary conditions. The Flores settlement is named for a Salvadoran girl, Jenny Flores, whose lawsuit alleging widespread mistreatment of children in custody in the 1980s prompted special oversight. This is the second time the federal government under Trump has attempted to end the policy. In August 2019, the first Trump administration asked a judge to dissolve the agreement. Its motion eventually was struck down in December 2020 by the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals. Und