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Answers from VisaVerge guidesHow have immigration policies affected Indian nationals hoping to live or work in the United States as of August 2025?
Indian EB-5 visa processing has been delayed by over six months, and USCIS has tightened family reunification document requirements, making it harder for families to join their loved ones in the U.S.
Read: Trump Aide Accuses India of Blocking US Goods and Cheating on ImmigrationWhat changes will H-1B visa applicants in India face starting September 2, 2025?
Starting September 2, 2025, all H-1B visa applicants in India must attend in-person interviews at a U.S. consulate, ending the dropbox option.
Read: When Did India Get H-1B Dropbox Option and Why Was It Dropped?What steps should Indian students take when applying for US visas after May 2025?
Indian students need to secure university admission, complete the DS-160 form, pay the SEVIS I-901 fee, and prepare all required documents before scheduling a visa interview if available.
Read: US Halts New Student Visa Interviews Amid Expanded Social Media VettingHow Visa Status Shapes NRI Investment Planning Under U.S. Policy
The U.S. tax deadline for the 2026 tax year is April 15, 2027. This affects NRIs, students, and green card holders with both U.S. income and foreign assets like Indian NRE accounts. Failure to file can lead to significant penalties and immigration issues. Extensions are available until October, but payments remain due in April to avoid interest and late fees.
Read: How Visa Status Shapes NRI Investment Planning Under U.S. PolicyWhat specific impact does the new policy have on Indian nationals applying for Green Cards in 2025?
Most impact comes from broader changes like enhanced entry-exit biometrics, stricter residence reviews, and longer adjustment backlogs in EB-2 and EB-3.
Read: Green Card Changes in 2025: Biometric Entry-Exit and Reexaminations
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Kolkata Visa Center Relocated
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NRIs Tax Clearance Mandatory from October 2024
Starting October 1, 2024, certain Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and individuals moving abroad must get a tax clearance certificate…
India Travel Advisory: Avoid Non-Essential Trips to Lebanon
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