Immigration news and guides
Rules change often and the official announcements are hard to read. These are the changes that matter, in plain English.
- 15 Oct 20242 min read
EU Postpones Launch of Entry/Exit System; November 10 Date No Longer Feasible
The European Union has announced another delay in the implementation of the Entry/Exit System (EES), originally scheduled to launch on November 10, 2024.
- 15 Oct 20242 min read
UK to Increase Monthly Maintenance Requirements for Student Visas Starting January 2025: Implications for Indian Applicants
Starting January 2025, the UK government will raise the monthly maintenance costs for student visa applicants.
- 🇦🇺 Australia15 Oct 20242 min read
Decline in Indian Student Applications to Australia: Analysing the Key Factors Behind the Sharp Drop
Applications from Indian students to Australia have dropped by 66%, raising concerns across the education sector.
- 15 Oct 20242 min read
Uganda Implements Temporary Visa on Arrival Due to e-Visa Portal Outage
Uganda has introduced a temporary visa-on-arrival policy following a technical malfunction of its electronic visa (e-Visa) portal, according to an announcement made on October 4, 2024.
- 🇦🇺 Australia15 Oct 20242 min read
40,000 Indians Compete for 1,000 Spots in Australia’s New Working Holiday Visa Program
Australia’s new Working Holiday Maker (WHM) visa program has drawn a staggering response, with nearly 40,000 Indian applicants vying for just 1,000 spots, according to Australia's Assistant Minister…
- 15 Oct 20243 min read
USCIS Updates EB-1 Visa Criteria: Team Awards Now Count Toward Green Card Eligibility
In a significant update to the EB-1 Visa policy, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that team awards may now be used as evidence for eligibility under the Extraordinary…
- 15 Oct 20243 min read
Cuba Eases Entry Requirements for Foreign Visitors, Extends Tourist Card Validity
In a bid to streamline travel processes and boost tourism, Cuba has introduced two significant updates to its entry procedures for international visitors.
- 15 Oct 20243 min read
Saudi Arabia Enforces Stricter Hajj Visa Rules, Imposing Fines for Unauthorised Entry
In a significant update to its visa regulations, Saudi Arabia will impose stricter penalties for unauthorised entry during the Hajj pilgrimage.
- 🇨🇦 Canada15 Oct 20242 min read
Canada to Revise Post-Graduation Work Permit Rules from November 2024
Starting November 1, 2024, Canada will introduce significant updates to its Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program, including stricter language requirements and field of study conditions for…
- 15 Oct 20242 min read
Dubai to Grant Golden Visas to Qualified Teachers Starting October 15
Teachers in Dubai's private education sector who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and excellence will soon be eligible for the prestigious Golden Visa.
- 15 Oct 20242 min read
Thailand Expands e-Visa System to 59 Embassies and Consulates Globally
Thailand has significantly expanded its electronic visa (e-Visa) system, now available at 59 Thai embassies and consulates-general worldwide.
- 15 Oct 20242 min read
Key Updates for Indian Family-Sponsored Visa Applicants in November 2024 Visa Bulletin
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs has released its November 2024 Visa Bulletin, introducing significant changes for family-sponsored visa applicants, particularly those from…