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Jesta Push Led by Takaichi Sanae Expands Japan Travel Screening
Japan to launch JESTA pre-travel screening by 2028 and sharply increase visa fees and departure taxes in 2026 to enhance security and fund services.
U.S. Protects F1 and J1 Visa Holders from Presidential Proclamation 10998
U.S. Mission Nigeria confirms current F-1 and J-1 visa holders are unaffected by Proclamation 10998, ensuring stability for…
Immigration New Zealand Changes Open Work Visa Rules from April 20
New Zealand will split open work visas into two categories on April 20, 2026, clarifying self-employment rights and…
California Governor Gavin Newsom Pours $35 Million to Fight Trump Administration Deportations
California Governor Gavin Newsom releases $35M to support undocumented families with food and legal aid amid intensifying federal…
Fedex Challenges Trump Tariffs Under International Emergency Economic Powers Act
FedEx sues U.S. for tariff refunds after Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s emergency levies, potentially triggering $175 billion…
Department of Labor and OMB Push H-1B Visa Wage Rule Closer to Final
The DOL and DHS are raising H-1B wage standards and implementing a wage-weighted lottery for FY 2027, prioritizing…
President Trump’s New Tariff Policy Pushes UK to Secure Trade Deal
The UK enters fast-track talks with the U.S. to shield exporters from a new 15% global tariff, aiming…
Master Section 2(22)(e) Deemed Dividend Rules Under Finance Act 2025
Finance Act 2025 clarifies Section 2(22)(e) deemed dividends, emphasizing a shareholder-centric approach to prevent litigation and tax disguised…
Supreme Court Limits Ieepa as US Stops Collecting Illegal Tariffs
The Supreme Court vacated Trump’s IEEPA tariffs, ruling he exceeded authority. Implementation lags as CBP and Treasury prepare…
U.S. Visa Delays Fuel Mental Health Crisis for Indian Families
U.S. visa delays and strict policies are triggering a mental health crisis and 'visa limbo' for Indian families,…