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New School Transfer Rules for International Students in Canada
Starting in 2025, international students in Canada can transfer schools and begin studies before permit approval under new rules. Key changes include stricter compliance for schools, enhanced oversight, and alignment…
Edakunni Settlement Expiration: USCIS Ends Application Bundling in 2025
The Edakunni settlement ending on January 18, 2025, will unbundle USCIS processing of H-4/L-2/EAD applications, increasing delays in…
H1B Visa Stamping Now Available in Bengaluru
The newly established H1B visa stamping facility in Bengaluru significantly eases the process for Indian professionals and students…
Canada Reports 50,000 “No Show” International Students, Indians Top the List
Canada faces 50,000 "no-show" international students, with Indians leading at 19,582 cases. Key reasons include visa delays, economic…
Why Visa Rejections Are Costing Indians Millions
Indian travelers face major financial losses due to rising visa rejections, especially for Schengen, U.S., and New Zealand…
Why U.S. Companies are Hiring Globally Instead of Navigating H-1B Hurdles
Facing H-1B visa challenges like caps, costs, and policy uncertainty, U.S. companies increasingly adopt remote hiring. This shift…
H-1B/H-2 Reforms: Digital Applications, Compliance, and 2025 Impacts
DHS visa reforms modernized processes but tightened scrutiny. The 38‑page I‑129 and rising RFEs lengthened processing. Fiscal 2025…
H-2 Visa Rules and Current DHS Requirements for H-2A and H-2B
The FY 2026 H-2B visa cap is met as employers balance 2025 modernization safeguards against proposed legislative changes…
Thailand Eases Requirements for Long-Term Resident Visas
Thailand has eased Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa conditions, attracting global talent, investors, and families. Key changes include lower…
February 2025 Visa Bulletin: Green Card Updates for Indians
The February 2025 U.S. Visa Bulletin offers slight advancements for Indian green card applicants in EB-2 and EB-3…