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US may revoke visas over national interest concerns, says Secretary Marco Rubio
Updated : Feb 17, 2026

'We will take away your visa...': Marco Rubio warns tourists, students, journalists on US visa

Speaking at a joint press availability in Budapest alongside Viktor Orbán, Rubio said authorities have already cancelled visas in multiple cases over the past year

Planning World Cup trip? New US visa bonds and bans may decide who gets in
Updated : Feb 17, 2026

2026 FIFA World Cup: New US visa bonds, ESTA, FIFA pass- All you need to know about entry rules

A mix of expanded travel bans, stricter visa rules and new financial requirements now affects short-term visitors, including fans planning to attend matches in the United States.

India, Brazil agree decade-long multiple-entry visas: boost for trade and tourism
Updated : Feb 16, 2026

India-Brazil 10-year visas approved: Frequent travellers get easier long-term access

The new reciprocal arrangement extends tourist and business visas from five years to ten, signalling a push to deepen economic and people-to-people ties between the two large emerging economiess

US visa stuck in 221(g): one-year window and administrative checks catch applicants off guard
Updated : Feb 16, 2026

H-1B visas refused under 221(g)? Temporary refusal explained and what applicants should do next

Under Section 221(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), a consular officer has not yet been satisfied that the applicant meets visa eligibility requirements

New visa waiver aims to boost tourism and business travel to China
Updated : Feb 16, 2026

China grants visa-free entry to travellers of these two nations from February 17: Check details

Visitors from these nations can now travel across mainland China without pre-arrival paperwork, allowing flexible itineraries spanning major cities and smaller destinations alike

Higher rank, fewer entries: India at 75th despite drop in visa-free access
Updated : Feb 16, 2026

India loses visa-free access to these 2 nations, despite climbing 10 spots on Henley Passport Index

According to the latest Henley Passport Index, Indian passport holders currently enjoy visa-free or simplified entry to 56 destinations, down from 57 in 2025

Indian passport holders can currently access a diverse mix of destinations across Asia, Africa, the Caribbean and Oceania without needing a prior visa.
Updated : Feb 13, 2026

Henley Passport Index 2026: Indian passport climbs 10 spots. Check these visa-free destinations

India’s mobility score has seen notable swings over the past two decades. After reaching a peak rank of 71st in 2006, the passport gradually lost ground, slipping to 80th in 2024 and then to 85th, reflecting tighter global entry rules during and after the pandemic years. 

Investment opportunities soar: New Zealand’s golden visa sees massive rise in applications
Updated : Feb 13, 2026

New Zealand golden visa update: New $5M, $10M investment categories introduced, English test requirements eased

To date, the golden visa has attracted 573 applications, bringing in $3.39 billion in investments, with $1.05 billion already committed

EU visa strategy to streamline travel, strengthen security, and foster global innovation
Updated : Feb 13, 2026

From visa exemptions to ETIAS in Schengen area: EU adopts first-ever visa strategy to modernise travel

The strategy is designed to address the challenges posed by increased global mobility, regional instability, and escalating geopolitical pressures

Sri Lanka tops 2026 access ranking: How Indians are choosing ease over prestige
Updated : Feb 13, 2026

India 75th on Henley Passport Index: Here's where travellers can actually go in 2026 - Mobility vs ease

Instead of measuring diplomatic mobility, travellers are now rethinking international travel based on how easy it is for Indian passport holders to actually travel

Greece visa operations restart Feb 12: Step-by-step guide for Indian applicants
Updated : Feb 11, 2026

Schengen visa update: Greece visa centres resume operations in India from Feb 12, check details

Indian travellers can apply for a Greece visa online and visit a Visa Application Centre (VAC) for biometrics and document submission

US Representative Greg Steube introduces new bill to end H-1B visa programme.
Updated : Feb 11, 2026

US' new bill that ends work visa! Lawmaker proposes ending H-1B visa by 2027; what is EXILE Act all about

If passed, the bill would reduce the number of H-1B visas to zero starting in 2027 and onwards, effectively ending the work visa route

In his post , Singh also questioned the US consulate’s evaluation process.
Updated : Feb 10, 2026

'I run a company here, pay taxes in India': Delhi entrepreneur's angry rant after being denied US visa goes viral, netizens react

Singh said that his US visa was denied allegedly because of "weak ties" with India.

New $100,000 H-1B cost pushes companies to rethink L-1 option
Updated : Feb 10, 2026

How the L-1 visa offers a way around the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee - Key differences explained

L-1 route offers a potential entry point at a time when the H-1B pathway has become both costly and uncertain

With April 18 arrivals set, Saudi Arabia accelerates 2026 Hajj visa rollout
Updated : Feb 9, 2026

Saudi Arabia begins issuing 2026 Hajj visas, months ahead of arrivals

This comes after the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah published an official calendar and reflects a push to complete key arrangements well before pilgrims begin arriving in the Kingdom

New US visa rule: bond requirement has widened to 38 countries from January 21
Updated : Feb 9, 2026

US visa bond: B1/B2 visitors from 38 countries to pay a $5,000–$15,000 fee on entry 

Introduced under the administration of Donald Trump, the Visa Bond Pilot Program is designed to deter visa overstays by imposing a monetary liability on travellers from countries flagged for high overstay rates

Schengen visa moves online in 2026, but biometrics and checks remain unchanged
Updated : Feb 6, 2026

Applying for a Schengen visa in 2026? Costs, new digital rules; what changes, what remains same- details here

Under the new system, applicants must submit their visa applications at least 15 days before travel, with the option to apply up to six months in advance

Vietnam restricts residence cards to work, dependent visas; processing to take longer
Updated : Feb 6, 2026

Vietnam tightens Temporary Residence Card rules, foreign workers face extra visa step

The changes take effect immediately and are expected to extend processing timelines by about two weeks for affected applicants

NZ minimum wage goes up in April 2026, employers warned on migrant visa pay thresholds
Updated : Feb 5, 2026

New Zealand to hike minimum wage from April 1: What employers must fix migrant visa rules come into play

From April 1, 2026, the adult minimum wage will rise to $23.95 per hour, up from $23.50, while training and starting-out wages will increase to $19.16 per hour

Longer stays, bigger capital: Qatar to unveil 10-year residency for executives and founders
Updated : Feb 5, 2026

Qatar's 10-year residency visa: New residency framework for entrepreneurs, senior executives

The move places Qatar alongside regional peers such as the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, both of which have introduced long-term residency options in recent years to draw skilled professionals, entrepreneurs and capital

India sends 1.2 million visitors to Singapore in 2025, tourism receipts rise to SGD 1.17 bn (over Rs 10,000 cr)
Updated : Feb 4, 2026

More than 1.2 million Indians visited Singapore in 2025 as MICE trips add momentum: STB

New data released by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) on Tuesday shows Indian arrivals grew 1 percent from the previous year, a marker of continued interest in Singapore as both a leisure and business destination

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