Page 45 - Latest Updates on Immigration

F-1 visa applicants, set your social media profiles to public: US govt

The US will now scan the social media profiles of all F, M, and J visa applicants, asking them to set accounts to "public" for vetting. Indian experts warn this raises privacy concerns

Canada's immigration system vulnerable to abuse? What IRCC report reveals

Canada's immigration department has confirmed 62 cases of staff misconduct, including bribery and privacy breaches. Experts say the system is vulnerable to abuse from within

US F-1 visa interviews just got tougher: What Indian students can do right

The US has resumed student visa processing but added stricter checks, including social media scrutiny. Experts advise applicants to stay clear, consistent and honest in their interviews

Indian students eye Germany, but US, UK, Canada remain top study choices

Indian students look beyond the US, UK, Canada and Australia as rising costs and visa curbs push families to explore affordable, policy-stable alternatives

Break US law, lose student visa: USCIS warns after ₹1 cr fraud by 2 Indians

The US embassy has warned that visas can be revoked if laws are broken, following the sentencing of two Indian students jailed for scamming elderly Americans

Canada not just a passport stop: 95% Indian migrants stay post-citizenship

Most Indian immigrants stay in Canada after becoming citizens, with 94.6% continuing to file taxes-challenging the idea of "Canadians of convenience", says a new StatsCan report

Canada's Strong Borders Act: Tough new rules to hit visa holders, migrants

Canada's Strong Borders Act could reshape visa and asylum rules, affecting Indian migrants among others, with stricter deadlines, new powers and faster decisions

US resumes student visa but anti-American social media posts risk rejection

US resumes student visa processing, but applicants must now make all social media accounts public or risk rejection, as new vetting rules come into force

1 million immigrants leave US labour force in 2 months amid Trump crackdown

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the number of foreign-born individuals in the civilian labour force dropped from 33.7 million in March to 32.7 million by May

Immigrants must pay back to America, act like guests: Arnold Schwarzenegger

Arnold Schwarzenegger says immigrants must follow the law and give back to the US, while calling for bipartisan reform amid rising deportations under Trump

Germany needs 500,000 immigrants yearly, but 43% may not stay for long

Germany needs around 500,000 new migrants each year, but a new IAB study shows 43% of immigrants are uncertain or planning to leave the country

Schengen-style GCC visa: Get set to visit UAE, Saudi, Oman with one permit

Soon, travel to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, and Kuwait with one visa as GCC approves a Schengen-style unified tourist visa awaiting rollout

Rs 43 lakh for green card: How fake EB-1A claims are trapping Indians

The EB-1A is a first-preference, employment-based immigrant visa. It is open to people who meet strict eligibility criteria in their field of expertise

No SATs or high fee: Australia brings ATAR board to Indian schools

Indian students can now study under Australia's WACE curriculum, gain ATAR scores, and apply globally-without SATs or sky-high fee

Trump's $5 mn Gold Card visa gets over 68,000 global sign-ups in 5 days

Over 68,000 people have registered for Donald Trump's new $5 million 'Gold Card' visa, pitched as a premium path to US residency-though legal experts warn it lacks legislative backing

Target New York, Chicago, LA where millions of migrants live: Trump to ICE

US President Donald Trump has ordered the largest mass deportation in American history, targeting cities like New York and Los Angeles, triggering nationwide protests and legal challenges

Canada uncovers 62 cases of immigration bribery, misconduct by IRCC staff

Canada's first IRCC misconduct report reveals 62 cases of bribery, racism, and immigration data breaches, raising concerns over internal oversight and staff conduct

Won't tolerate illegal immigration: US to ban Indian officials involved

The US has imposed visa bans on Indian travel agency heads and foreign officials accused of aiding illegal immigration, warning of wider entry restrictions and penalties

Marrying for a green card? US crackdown could lead to deportation

US immigration authorities are cracking down on marriage-based green card fraud, with denials increasingly leading to deportation proceedings for out-of-status applicants

UAE Golden Visa via yacht: Will you spend Rs 43 cr for Dubai life?

UAE is offering a 10-year Golden Visa to owners of 40-metre yachts and key maritime executives. But with steep costs and complex rules, is it worth it for Indian HNWIs?