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US expands $15,000 visa bond rule to new countries: Here's who must pay

Starting April 2, more countries face US visa bond of up to $15,000. Here's who is affected, refund rules, and how the system works

US expands $15,000 visa bond rule to new countries: Here's who must pay
Updated On : 19 Mar 2026 | 10:45 AM IST

US Visa Bulletin April 2026: India's EB-2 Green Card queue jumps 11 months

US Visa Bulletin April 2026: EB-2 India sees 11-month jump as USCIS opens filing window for Indian green card applicants

US Visa Bulletin April 2026: India's EB-2 Green Card queue jumps 11 months
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 9:58 AM IST

Green card, H-1B, US visa holders can now travel to Argentina visa-free

Indians with valid US visas including H-1B and B1/B2 can now enter Argentina without applying for a separate visa under new rules (154)

Green card, H-1B, US visa holders can now travel to Argentina visa-free
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 3:11 PM IST

200,000 immigrant truck drivers to lose licences in US: What changes now

New US rule limits truck driving licences to select visa holders, tightening eligibility and documentation requirements

200,000 immigrant truck drivers to lose licences in US: What changes now
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 2:14 PM IST

US visa, tax scam worth millions! 2 Indian-origin men face 420 years jail

Pennsylvania-based brothers Bhaskar and Arun Savani found guilty in a multi-state racketeering conspiracy involving visa fraud, Medicaid fraud, tax evasion and money laundering

US visa, tax scam worth millions! 2 Indian-origin men face 420 years jail
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 12:13 PM IST

US begins review of OPT programme that allows graduates to work after study

US government begins reassessing OPT programme that lets international graduates work after study, citing labour market, fraud and national security concerns

US begins review of OPT programme that allows graduates to work after study
Updated On : 11 Mar 2026 | 7:20 PM IST

Iran war may disrupt H-1B travel, jobs: What US visa holders must know

Immigration attorneys warn war-linked travel disruption may strand foreign workers, delay visa stamping and create status risks for H-1B and L-1 professionals

Iran war may disrupt H-1B travel, jobs: What US visa holders must know
Updated On : 05 Mar 2026 | 2:00 PM IST

ICE unlawfully cancelled Indian student's F-1 visa: US judge rules

US Judge says agency acted arbitrarily after SEVIS termination over dismissed traffic case

ICE unlawfully cancelled Indian student's F-1 visa: US judge rules
Updated On : 04 Mar 2026 | 8:46 AM IST

US visa denied despite Fifa WC tickets: Indian businessman explains ordeal

US visa cancelled: An Indian managing director said his B1/B2 visa was denied under Section 214(b) even after securing Fifa World Cup 2026 tickets

US visa denied despite Fifa WC tickets: Indian businessman explains ordeal
Updated On : 27 Feb 2026 | 4:41 PM IST

H-1B to visitor visa route now riskier in US: Expert explains why

Rising RFEs and denials are creating fresh uncertainty for laid-off H-1B workers trying to remain lawfully in the United States

H-1B to visitor visa route now riskier in US: Expert explains why
Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 5:43 PM IST

Valid US visa but 42-day custody over husband's: UK tourist case explained

Karen Newton's six-week ICE detention draws attention as DHS says officers acted within the law over past visa issues

Valid US visa but 42-day custody over husband's: UK tourist case explained
Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 11:16 AM IST

US revokes visas for Chilean minister, two officials over China cable plan

The rare move comes less than a month before the inauguration of right-wing President-elect Jose Antonio Kast, a close White House ally

US revokes visas for Chilean minister, two officials over China cable plan
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 8:05 AM IST

US Visa Bulletin March: EB-2 India up 11 months for green card applicants

US Visa Bulletin March 2026: USCIS will accept employment-based adjustment filings in March as EB-1 and EB-2 India categories move forward

US Visa Bulletin March: EB-2 India up 11 months for green card applicants
Updated On : 20 Feb 2026 | 1:41 PM IST

US visitor visa wait times: Mumbai slowest at 9.5 months, Chennai fastest

us visa wait times: Latest US State Department data shows wide gaps in B1/B2 interview queues across India. Here is what the "average wait time" actually means

US visitor visa wait times: Mumbai slowest at 9.5 months, Chennai fastest
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 2:22 PM IST

US visa approved after 2 rejections: Don't give up, says Indian applicant

With US visa interviews pushed back and scrutiny tighter, one applicant shares how preparation helped him secure a 10-year B1/B2 visa after two refusals

US visa approved after 2 rejections: Don't give up, says Indian applicant
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 2:52 PM IST

US visa rejection: What is Section 214(b) and why does it matter?

Indian executives report US B1/B2 visa denials under Section 214(b). Here's what the rule means and what happens after a refusal

US visa rejection: What is Section 214(b) and why does it matter?
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 5:30 PM IST

US visa denied over 'weak ties to India': Entrepreneur calls system flawed

A Knot Dating co-founder says business ownership and tax history were not enough to prove intent to return to India

US visa denied over 'weak ties to India': Entrepreneur calls system flawed
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 8:29 AM IST

$1,000 scholarship at UCSC Silicon Valley: How Indian students can apply

Planning to study in the US? UCSC Silicon Valley is offering a one-time $1,000 merit scholarship for new F-1 international students

$1,000 scholarship at UCSC Silicon Valley: How Indian students can apply
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 12:28 PM IST

US visa rejection: Indian startup founder denied despite investor invite

US visa rejection: An Indian startup founder recounts how his US visitor visa was rejected despite an investor-backed business trip and past overseas experience

US visa rejection: Indian startup founder denied despite investor invite
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 4:12 PM IST

New US visa-bond list out: Who pays up to $15,000 from today and why

The US State Department has widened its visa-bond pilot for B1 and B2 visas. Here's who is affected, how much it costs, and how refunds work

New US visa-bond list out: Who pays up to $15,000 from today and why
Updated On : 21 Jan 2026 | 5:08 PM IST