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US Expands Visa Bond Program to 38 Countries

The United States has significantly expanded its controversial Visa Bond Pilot Program, tightening entry rules for visitors from 38 countries and placing a refundable cash bond at the center of…

Admin February 9, 2026

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Schengen Visa Applications Go Digital from 2026

From 2026, Schengen visa applications will move to a largely digital system, marking one of the most significant changes to the process in years. Travellers will submit applications online through…

Admin February 6, 2026

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Vietnam Tightens TRC Rules for Foreign Nationals

Vietnam has updated its rules for issuing Temporary Residence Cards (TRCs), limiting eligibility to specific visa categories and introducing an additional procedural step for many foreign nationals, according to Fragomen.…

Admin February 6, 2026

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Over 3,800 Indians Deported from US in 2025

The Government of India informed the Rajya Sabha on Thursday that over 3,800 Indian nationals were deported from the United States in 2025. According to data shared in a written…

Admin February 5, 2026

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New Zealand Minimum Wage Hike Impacts Migrant Worker Visas

A modest increase in New Zealand’s minimum wage is set to have broader implications beyond payroll adjustments. From April 1, 2026, the adult minimum wage will rise to $23.95 per…

Admin February 5, 2026

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Qatar Introduces 10-Year Residency for Entrepreneurs and Executives

Qatar is expanding its long-term residency framework as part of a strategic push to attract global talent, entrepreneurs, and investors. The country will introduce a 10-year residency programme for entrepreneurs…

Admin February 5, 2026

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Singapore Welcomes 1.2 Million Indian Tourists in 2025, Spending Up 5%

Singapore ended 2025 on a high note for tourism from India, welcoming more than 1.2 million Indian visitors despite strong competition across Asia. Data released by the Singapore Tourism Board…

Admin February 4, 2026

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Canada Issues 423 Express Entry Invitations Prioritizing Local Candidates

Canada’s immigration authorities have continued their 2026 pattern of prioritizing candidates with strong in-Canada connections through the latest Express Entry draw. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 423 Invitations…

Admin February 4, 2026

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Saudi Arabia Suspends 1,800 Umrah Travel Agencies, Tightens Visa Rules

Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended contracts of around 1,800 foreign travel agencies involved in the Umrah business, out of nearly 5,800 agencies operating worldwide. The decision was announced by the…

Admin February 3, 2026

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Data Engineer Sunjana Ramana Leaves US After H-1B Visa Denial, Moves to London

For Sunjana Ramana, leaving the United States was not a question of ambition, talent, or effort—it was a consequence of a system that offered her no other option. In a…

Admin February 2, 2026

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Canada Visa Processing Times Updated, India Sees Relief

Canada’s immigration department has quietly revised processing timelines for thousands of temporary visa applicants, with Indian travellers seeing a notable improvement even as other categories show signs of strain. Immigration,…

Admin January 31, 2026

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GCC Unified Tourist Visa Delayed to 2026

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has delayed the launch of its much-anticipated Schengen-style unified tourist visa, confirming that the “GCC Grand Tours” visa is now expected to be introduced sometime…

Admin January 31, 2026