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US Bans Third-Country Visa Appointments for Indians

In a sweeping policy shift, the US Department of State has overhauled its global visa appointment system for non-immigrant categories. Effective immediately, applicants are required to schedule their visa interviews…

admin September 9, 2025

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Tougher US Visa Rules for Indians in 2025

Indian nationals planning to travel to the United States in 2025 will face a more stringent visa landscape as key provisions of the Trump administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”…

admin July 31, 2025

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US Warns Visa Holders: Follow Rules or Face Deportation

US Embassy Issues Stern Advisory on Visa Compliance and Social Media Disclosure In a recently issued travel advisory, the US Embassy in India has reminded visa holders that securing a…

admin July 13, 2025

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US Visa Rule Social Media Disclosure Now Mandatory

In a significant policy shift impacting all U.S. visa aspirants, the U.S. Embassy in India announced on Thursday that visa applicants are now required to disclose all social media usernames…

admin June 26, 2025

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US Warns: Visa Can Be Revoked for Breaking Laws

In a strong reminder to foreign nationals, the United States has reiterated that holding a visa is “a privilege, not a right” — and that violations of U.S. law, even…

admin June 20, 2025

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US Cuts Visa Dropbox Eligibility to 12 Months, Causing Delays for Indian Travelers

Indian travelers seeking to renew their US visas may now face new challenges due to a sudden policy change by the U.S. Department of State. Effective immediately, the eligibility window…

admin February 14, 2025