Visa
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South Africa Unveils AI-Powered ETA to Boost Tourism and Security
The ETA pilot replaces paper visas with an online system using AI and facial biometrics. Testing began with G20 delegates at key airports, aiming for up to 85% automatic decisions…
Japan to Raise Visa Fees for Foreign Residents Starting April 2025
From April 1, 2025, Japan hikes visa fees: Residential Status Extension rises to ¥30,000–¥40,000 and Permanent Residency fees…
Egypt’s E-Visa System Streamlines Travel with 7-Day Processing
Egypt updated its e-visa system on visa2egypt.gov.eg to cover major entry points, offering standard decisions within seven working…
India Resumes Tourist Visa to Chinese Citizens After Five-Year Freeze
India ended a five-year freeze on tourist visas for Chinese citizens starting July 2025, widened global processing by…
UK Expands Visa Fraud Campaign in India to Curb Illegal Migration
The UK expanded its visa‑fraud prevention programme to Tamil Nadu, centering on community outreach and a Tamil WhatsApp…
U.S. Net Immigration Plunge: Implications for Visas and Talent
Net migration dropped from nearly 2 million in 2024 to about 515,000 in 2025, tightening the labor supply.…
UK Proposes Stricter Benefits, Housing and Settlement Rules for Migrants
A consultation proposes that citizenship, not ILR, unlocks benefits and social housing. High earners may qualify in three…
UK Unveils Fast-Track Residency for High Earners After 3 Years
A proposed UK immigration overhaul would allow people earning more than £125,000, including some entrepreneurs, to qualify for…
Why Indian Students Flock to U.S. Colleges Despite Tough Visas
India is now the top source of U.S. international students with 363,000+ enrolled in 2024–2025. OPT interest surged…
DHS Launches New Website to Help Schools Prevent Visa Fraud
The Department of Homeland Security unveiled a central website enabling schools to report suspected student visa fraud, access…