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Australia Puts India In 'Highest-Risk' Tier For Student Visas. What It Means
Australia has reclassified India to the highest-risk category (Assessment Level 3, or AL3) for student visas, imposing stricter documentary requirements and greater scrutiny on applications. The changes took effect on 8th January 2026.
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What Germany's New Visa-Free Transit Rule Means For Indian Passport Holders
Germany recently announced that Indian passport holders will no longer need a transit visa to transit through the country
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Transit Visas Explained: What They Are, When Indians Need Them, And How To Apply
Transit visas are not about distance or duration. They are about where and how you stop along the way. For Indian passport holders, rules vary widely.
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Why Japan Is Hiking Visa Fees By 500% And How You Can Beat It If You're Travelling
Japan plans a significant increase in immigration-related fees starting in fiscal year 2026
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Travelling To Bali? An Indian Passport And Visa May Not Be Enough As Island Plans New Money Rules
No fixed minimum balance required. A financial threshold will be set for each traveller based on their itinerary
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H-1B Visa Delays: Amazon Lets Affected Staff Work From India Until March, But With Strict Restrictions
While this breaks from the company's mandatory five-day-in-office rule, it includes substantial restrictions.
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This Little-Known Rule Is Letting Rs 30 Lakh plus Indians Work From Europe Legally
The base application cost is approximately Rs 8,000, but including documentation, translation, insurance, and processing, total expenses can reach around Rs 1 lakh.
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H-1B Visa FAQs: All About Team Trump's Wage Policy, How It May Affect Indians
In a significant H-1B visa policy overhaul, the Trump administration in the United States is replacing the random lottery system that selected beneficiaries with a process that gives greater weight to those with higher skills and who are better paid.
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No More H-1B Lottery, US Notifies New Process For Work Visas
The Donald Trump administration in the United States has announced that it is replacing its longstanding H-1B work visa lottery system with a new weighted approach that prioritises skilled, higher-paid foreign workers.
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Google To Resume Green Card Sponsorship For H-1B Holders In 2026: Eligibility Details Inside
Google plans to expand its PERM green card sponsorship program in 2026, setting clear eligibility rules tied to job role, office presence, and employee performance.
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Why Trump's US Green Card Lottery Ban Will Not Hurt Indians
In the wake of deadly shootings at Brown University and the MIT that killed three people and injured several others, US President Donald Trump has moved to halt the diversity visa programme, also known as the green card lottery.
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H-1B Visa Appointments Postponed For Many Indians Amid US' Social Media Rules
The US Embassy in India warned that any visa applicant arriving at the consulate on a previously scheduled interview date after being notified of a reschedule will be refused entry.
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Study Abroad: How Visa Rules Changed In 2025 And What 2026 May Bring
YearEnderEducationStories2025: For the UK, 2025 marked the year when the Graduate Route visa-previously valid for two years-was reduced to 18 months.
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US Tax Rules For F-1, J-1 Visa Holders: What Indian Students Must Know Before Filing
US Tax Filing For Students: If you are a nonresident tax filer and had no US-sourced income during the previous calendar year, you only need to complete Form 8843.
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Canada Lowers International Study Permits, Big Impact On Indian Students
The Canadian government expects a seven per cent drop in international study permits next year, capping 2026 issuances at 408,000.
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Australia Puts India In 'Highest-Risk' Tier For Student Visas. What It Means
Australia has reclassified India to the highest-risk category (Assessment Level 3, or AL3) for student visas, imposing stricter documentary requirements and greater scrutiny on applications. The changes took effect on 8th January 2026.
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What Germany's New Visa-Free Transit Rule Means For Indian Passport Holders
Germany recently announced that Indian passport holders will no longer need a transit visa to transit through the country
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Transit Visas Explained: What They Are, When Indians Need Them, And How To Apply
Transit visas are not about distance or duration. They are about where and how you stop along the way. For Indian passport holders, rules vary widely.
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Why Japan Is Hiking Visa Fees By 500% And How You Can Beat It If You're Travelling
Japan plans a significant increase in immigration-related fees starting in fiscal year 2026
-
Travelling To Bali? An Indian Passport And Visa May Not Be Enough As Island Plans New Money Rules
No fixed minimum balance required. A financial threshold will be set for each traveller based on their itinerary
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H-1B Visa Delays: Amazon Lets Affected Staff Work From India Until March, But With Strict Restrictions
While this breaks from the company's mandatory five-day-in-office rule, it includes substantial restrictions.
-
This Little-Known Rule Is Letting Rs 30 Lakh plus Indians Work From Europe Legally
The base application cost is approximately Rs 8,000, but including documentation, translation, insurance, and processing, total expenses can reach around Rs 1 lakh.
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H-1B Visa FAQs: All About Team Trump's Wage Policy, How It May Affect Indians
In a significant H-1B visa policy overhaul, the Trump administration in the United States is replacing the random lottery system that selected beneficiaries with a process that gives greater weight to those with higher skills and who are better paid.
-
No More H-1B Lottery, US Notifies New Process For Work Visas
The Donald Trump administration in the United States has announced that it is replacing its longstanding H-1B work visa lottery system with a new weighted approach that prioritises skilled, higher-paid foreign workers.
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Google To Resume Green Card Sponsorship For H-1B Holders In 2026: Eligibility Details Inside
Google plans to expand its PERM green card sponsorship program in 2026, setting clear eligibility rules tied to job role, office presence, and employee performance.
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Why Trump's US Green Card Lottery Ban Will Not Hurt Indians
In the wake of deadly shootings at Brown University and the MIT that killed three people and injured several others, US President Donald Trump has moved to halt the diversity visa programme, also known as the green card lottery.
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H-1B Visa Appointments Postponed For Many Indians Amid US' Social Media Rules
The US Embassy in India warned that any visa applicant arriving at the consulate on a previously scheduled interview date after being notified of a reschedule will be refused entry.
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Study Abroad: How Visa Rules Changed In 2025 And What 2026 May Bring
YearEnderEducationStories2025: For the UK, 2025 marked the year when the Graduate Route visa-previously valid for two years-was reduced to 18 months.
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US Tax Rules For F-1, J-1 Visa Holders: What Indian Students Must Know Before Filing
US Tax Filing For Students: If you are a nonresident tax filer and had no US-sourced income during the previous calendar year, you only need to complete Form 8843.
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Canada Lowers International Study Permits, Big Impact On Indian Students
The Canadian government expects a seven per cent drop in international study permits next year, capping 2026 issuances at 408,000.
