Immigration news and guides
Rules change often and the official announcements are hard to read. These are the changes that matter, in plain English.
26 Sept 20242 min readNew US H-1B Visa Regulations Impact Indian Workers Amid Tech Industry Layoffs
The US tech industry is facing a significant wave of layoffs that has disproportionately affected Indian workers, particularly those holding H-1B visas.
26 Sept 20241 min readQatar Becomes Second Muslim-Majority Nation to Join US Visa Waiver Program
Qatar has become the second Muslim-majority country to join the US Visa Waiver Program, allowing its citizens to travel to the United States without the need for a visa.
26 Sept 20243 min readGreece Raises Investment Threshold for Golden Visa to Rs 8 Crore in Major Cities
The Greek government has raised the minimum property investment requirement for its Golden Visa program in key locations like Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini from €500,000 to €800,000, effective…
🇦🇺 Australia26 Sept 20241 min readAustralia Tightens Rules for Temporary Work Visa: Key Changes to Subclass 400
Australia has introduced stricter regulations for its Subclass 400 Short Stay Specialist Visa, reducing the maximum allowed stay to three months within a 12-month period.
26 Sept 20242 min readSouth Korean Visa Fraud: Charges Filed Against Five, Including Two Naval Officers
The Mumbai Crime Branch has filed a comprehensive 1,500-page chargesheet against five individuals, including two Indian Navy officers, in connection with a visa fraud racket involving forged documents…
26 Sept 20242 min readWorld Tourism Day 2024: Top 10 Visa-Free Destinations for Indian Passport Holders
In celebration of World Tourism Day on September 27, we highlight the significance of tourism in fostering global connections—social, cultural, and economic.
🇦🇺 Australia26 Sept 20243 min readVisa Restrictions in Canada, Australia, and UK to Impact Indian Students; Germany, France, and Spain Emerge as New Alternatives
With the tightening of study visa regulations in Canada, Australia, and the UK, a significant decline in the number of Indian students enrolling in these countries is anticipated for spring 2025.
26 Sept 20243 min readSri Lanka to Grant Visa-Free Entry to Indian Passport Holders for 60 Days Starting October
Full List of Visa-Free Countries for Indians In a significant move, Sri Lanka will grant visa-free entry to Indian citizens starting October 1, 2024, for a period of six months.
26 Sept 20243 min readThailand's New Visa Options: Schengen-Like ASEAN Visa and Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) Expansions
Thailand is making significant strides in boosting tourism by collaborating with five ASEAN countries—Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam, and Malaysia—to introduce a joint tourist visa.
20 Sept 20243 min readReducing Nervousness and Performing Confidently: Strategies for Overcoming Fear of IELTS Speaking Test
Many applicants find that the IELTS speaking test is a significant challenge. Anxiety and discomfort are common during this important speaking test, but they can negatively impact your performance.
🇩🇪 Germany20 Sept 20243 min readStudy in Germany: Myth vs. Fact! Unravelling the Truth About Abroad Studies
Germany is a popular destination for international students, yet myths and misconceptions about pursuing a bachelor's degree remain prevalent.
20 Sept 20243 min readStudy Abroad: Key Difference Between Foreign Universities and Foreign Colleges
When pursuing abroad studies, understanding the differences between foreign universities and foreign colleges is essential.
