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March 2026 Visa Bulletin: Employment-Based Gains for India

After a pause in February, the March 2026 Visa Bulletin brings selective movement for Indian applicants. Employment-based categories show meaningful progress, while family-sponsored green cards remain largely unchanged. Notably, the…

Admin February 21, 2026

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Kuwait Plans Freelance Residency for Skilled Expats

Kuwait is considering a new residency model that would allow skilled expatriates to operate small businesses independently without needing a local sponsor, according to Kuwait Times. The proposal, announced by…

Admin February 20, 2026

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Spain Emerging as a Popular Study-Abroad Destination for Indian Students

Spain is increasingly becoming a preferred choice for Indian students looking beyond traditional study-abroad destinations. With globally ranked universities, high-quality business schools, structured student-to-work pathways, and predictable living costs, the…

Admin February 20, 2026

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Canada Updates Express Entry for 2026 to Attract Skilled Talent

Canada has revamped its immigration strategy for 2026, focusing on sustainability while stepping up efforts to attract skilled global talent. As competition for qualified workers intensifies, Ottawa is recalibrating its…

Admin February 19, 2026

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France to Triple Indian Students by 2030: Macron Announces

France is set to welcome more Indian students, with plans to simplify visa procedures, expand English-taught courses, and strengthen academic ties. Speaking in New Delhi, President Emmanuel Macron announced an…

Admin February 19, 2026

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Thailand Considers Cutting Visa-Free Stay from 60 to 30 Days

Thailand is considering reducing the duration of its visa-free stay from 60 days back to 30 days, according to a report by Pattaya Mail. The change, announced in early 2026,…

Admin February 18, 2026

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UK Opens 2026 India Young Professionals Scheme Ballot

The United Kingdom has opened the next ballot for the India Young Professionals Scheme (YPS) today, February 17, 2026. According to the UK Home Office, the ballot will close at…

Admin February 18, 2026

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Marco Rubio: US Visas Are a Privilege, Not a Right

Marco Rubio has reiterated that entry into the United States is a privilege, not a guaranteed right, stressing that visas can be revoked if holders engage in activities that threaten…

Admin February 17, 2026

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NRI Health Insurance Purchases Surge 126%, Gulf Leads Demand

Health insurance purchases by non-resident Indians (NRIs) have surged by 126% year-on-year, with nearly half of the total demand coming from Gulf countries, according to data released by Policybazaar. The…

Admin February 17, 2026

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H-1B visa Delays: Understanding Section 221(g) Holds

A growing number of H-1B visa applicants are experiencing unexpected delays in their US visa process, with many cases being placed under Section 221(g). While the term often causes anxiety…

Admin February 16, 2026

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China Grants 30-Day Visa-Free Access to UK and Canadian Travellers

Starting February 17, 2026, China will allow ordinary passport holders from the United Kingdom and Canada to enter the country without a visa for stays up to 30 days. Announced…

Admin February 16, 2026

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India Rises to 75th in Henley Passport Rankings Despite Fewer Visa-Free Destinations

India has moved up 10 places in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, now standing at 75th globally. However, there’s a twist: Indian passport holders can access slightly fewer destinations without…

Admin February 16, 2026