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Quebec PEQ reopens July 2, 2026: What Indian applicants need to know before the October deadline
Updated : Jun 12, 2026

Canada's Quebec reopens major PR 'Experience Program' on July 2: Here's who can apply and how

The Quebec Experience Program, which was closed in November 2025, will accept applications again from July 2, 2026, Quebec's immigration ministry announced on June 10

Dubai's 48-hour visa fast-track is live: Everything Indian travellers need to know before applying
Updated : Jun 12, 2026

Dubai tourist visa in 48 hours: Fast-track service launched for Indian travellers - here's how

For Indian travellers who have been put off by longer processing times, the new service is a significant practical upgrade, particularly for those planning quick holidays, business trips, family visits, or time-sensitive emergencies

For many affluent Indian families, residence-by-investment programmes offer access to international education, easier travel and the possibility of relocating for business or lifestyle reasons.
Updated : Jun 11, 2026

Indian demand for global residency remains strong as second citizenship gets costlier

Global residency and second citizenship programmes continue to attract affluent Indians seeking greater mobility, education opportunities and wealth diversification. However, rising costs and tighter regulations are reshaping the investment migration landscape worldwide.

India hits EB-5 visa cap for FY2026: Two deadlines, rising costs and what families must do now
Updated : Jun 11, 2026

EB-5 visas for Indians hit FY2026 cap as Sept 30 'grandfathering' deadline nears: What it means for investors

The pause means that US consulates and embassies will hold off on issuing unreserved EB-5 visas to Indian nationals for the remainder of the current fiscal year

Neeraj Sharma filed 11 fraudulent H-1B applications — now the US wants his citizenship back
Updated : Jun 10, 2026

Who is Neeraj Sharma? The Indian-origin CEO about to lose his US citizenship, here's why

On June 8, the US Department of Justice announced denaturalisation proceedings against 17 foreign-born Americans. Sharma, 50, is among them

Indian-born CEO faces loss of US citizenship over H-1B visa fraud.
Updated : Jun 10, 2026

H-1B visa fraud: India-born CEO among 17 facing US citizenship revocation in Trump's denaturalisation push

The US Justice Department announced on Monday, June 8, that it had filed denaturalisation actions against the 17 individuals, accusing them of obtaining citizenship through fraud, concealment, or misrepresentation.

H-1B applications fell to 211,600 overall, but AI companies are bucking the trend hard (AI generated image)
Updated : Jun 10, 2026

Why AI firms like Anthropic, OpenAi are filing for more H-1B visas even while Big Tech cos pulled back

Anthropic, OpenAI, and Nvidia all increased their H-1B filings in the second quarter of fiscal 2026, even as companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft significantly reduced theirs, according to a report

Thailand's new THIM app lets travellers clear immigration in 3 minutes before they even land
Updated : Jun 9, 2026

Thailand to launch new digital arrival app: Foreign travellers can now pre-register, scan passport & more

The Thailand Immigration Management app, known as THIM, is a digital platform designed for foreign nationals travelling to Thailand under any visa category

US launches $750 expedited visa interview option ahead of FIFA World Cup — here's what it means
Updated : Jun 9, 2026

US visa interview for B-1/B-2 in just 10 days for $750 extra: How new pilot programme works

The programme will run through December 31, 2026, giving the State Department a six-month window to assess demand and operational impact before deciding whether to make it permanent

Trump lacked authority to impose $100,000 H-1B fee, says US judge — administration to appeal
Updated : Jun 9, 2026

US judge strikes down Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee as unlawful: What the ruling means for Indians

US District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled on Monday that Trump had no authority to impose such a fee without Congressional approval, declaring the measure unlawful and ordering it to be invalidated

Germany language course visa explained: How to study German for up to one year
Updated : Jun 9, 2026

German language visa guide: Rules, documents and costs for international students

Unlike a student visa, this option is designed solely for language learning, not for university or vocational programs

70% of H-1B holders are Indian: Here is what the American White-Collar Worker Jobs Act proposes
Updated : Jun 8, 2026

H-1B visa lottery out, wage-based picks in: What new bill means for Indian professionals working in US

The American White-Collar Worker Jobs Act of 2026 was introduced by Texas Republican Congressman Chip Roy

Indian IT services firms, historically among the largest users of H-1B visas, have been steadily reducing their dependence on the programme.
Updated : Jun 6, 2026

Green Card dreams at risk? This H-1B visa proposal could change everything for Indians

If passed, the bill could impact Indians massively, as roughly 7 of every 10 H-1B workers in the US are Indian-born. 

Luxembourg visa route explained: Investment, residence rules and citizenship path
Updated : Jun 4, 2026

BT Explainer | Luxembourg residency route: How investors can secure easy EU access in just 6 months

The Luxembourg Residence by Investment Program allows eligible applicants to live in the country by making qualifying investments or, in some cases, by applying for residence for private reasons

Engineer flags alleged pressure to buy premium services at VFS (AI generated)
Updated : Jun 3, 2026

Coercive tactics at VFS visa centre? Software engineer seeks probe into premium service sales

Authorities must investigate these practices immediately. No applicant should be coerced into paying for services they do not need, says a software engineer

Can't pay, can't book: US visa portal outage disrupts applicants in India and across the world
Updated : Jun 3, 2026

US visa portal disruption hits Indian applicants: FIFA World Cup travel rush triggers payment, login errors

Users are reporting a range of failures, extended waits in a virtual queue, payment errors, login failures, and, in many cases, an inability to access the site at all

Flying via Germany? Indians no longer need this visa from June 3 (Reuters)
Updated : Jun 2, 2026

Big relief for Indian travellers: Germany removes airport transit visa rule

The move means Indian travellers transiting through German airports on their way to another destination will no longer need to obtain a separate airport transit visa

Vietnam is becoming a top choice for new age travellers
Updated : Jun 2, 2026

Travelling to Vietnam post July 1? Indians will now need this additional document to enter the nation

The rule could affect tourists, business travellers, students, expatriates, and passengers using Vietnam as a Southeast Asian transit hub

Shorter contracts, no degree in some cases: France’s EU Blue Card shift explained
Updated : Jun 2, 2026

France eases EU Blue Card rules: How Indian skilled workers can get easier Europe access even without a degree

The changes are part of France’s implementation of the European Union’s revised Blue Card framework, which was designed to make it easier for European employers to hire highly qualified workers from outside the EU

After 8 years in the US, ex-Meta engineer says India wins — chaotic, but worth coming back to
Updated : Jun 2, 2026

'People don't know their...': Why this ex-Meta techie chose India over the US for good

he former Meta engineer, now based in Bengaluru, says neither he nor his wife has looked back since returning to India in late 2024

1.15 mn applications, 181,000 rejections: The Schengen countries hardest to crack for Indians
Updated : Jun 2, 2026

Schengen nations with worst approval rates in 2025: This country rejected most number of Indian visa applications

Fresh data from the European Commission shows that out of 1.15 million Schengen visa applications filed by Indian nationals last year

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