Worldwide H-1B and H-4 Visa Vetting Expands to All Applicants
The State Department will require social media and online presence checks for all H-1B and H-4 applicants applying…
India suspends visas in Chittagong indefinitely after attack on mission
The Indian Visa Application Center in Chittagong closed indefinitely on December 21, 2025, citing security concerns after attacks…
Available USCIS Forms Online Filing: Access, Fees, and Workflow
Many USCIS forms can now be filed through a free online account using guided forms or PDF uploads.…
EB-1 India Not Current in January 2026; Backlogged at 01FEB23
EB-1 India is not current in January 2026; the Final Action Date is 01FEB23 and Dates for Filing…
Hungary Adopts Qualified Electronic Signatures for Immigration Filings
Hungary now mandates QES plus a qualified timestamp for online immigration filings via Enter Hungary, replacing AVDH. Employers…
German Embassy Tehran Resumes Schengen Visa Applications on Jan 7 2026
Germany’s Tehran embassy will resume Schengen visa intake on January 7, 2026; TLScontact will open a waiting list…
Vietnam Revises Work Permit Rules Under Decree 219/2025
Vietnam’s Decree No. 219/2025 merges steps into one work-permit dossier, relaxes labor market testing for local hires, permits…
Guidelines for Indian Nationals Attending U.S. Visa Interviews
Verify your immigration status before any USCIS or consular appointment. Overstays and unauthorized work can prompt detention if…
Airport Visa Revocation Triggers: Misrepresentation and Status
CBP can revoke a visa at entry; misrepresentation, status violations, employer inconsistencies, and device evidence drive revocations. 2025…
Canada’s 2025 Work Permit Extensions: Documentation and Compliance
In 2025 Canada requires stronger proof for work permit extensions—pay stubs, job letters, and attestations—and narrows family open…
Proving a Genuine Spousal Sponsorship in Canada: IRCC Evidence
Prove a genuine relationship by matching IRCC categories and submitting official documents, communication records, and personal statements. Common-law…
CBP biometric entry/exit to apply to all non-citizens
On Dec. 26, 2025, CBP will mandate live facial recognition scans for all non‑citizen travelers, including Green Card…
What to Do If CBP Separates You at the U.S. Airport
CBP separations usually lead to routine secondary inspection lasting 10 minutes to 2 hours. Stay calm, answer briefly…
Facing CBP at U.S. Ports: Honest, Brief Answers for B-1/B-2 Visitors
A successful B-1/B-2 entry relies on a short, consistent trip story and supporting documents like a return ticket…