Trump travel ban 2.0 is expected to start from next week
Since the inauguration ceremony of President Donald Trump, the USA has stricten the vetting process. On his first day in the President’s office, Trump issued an executive order titled “Protecting the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security Threats”. The cabinet is expected to submit a report of countries from which the travel… Continue reading Trump travel ban 2.0 is expected to start from next week
US replacing “EB-5” visa with “Gold Card” – $5M pathway to citizenship
United States EB-5 visa or Employment based fifth preference category is an investment based visa managed by US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The capitalists who invest in startup commercial enterprises or generate at least 10 jobs for American workers become eligible for green cards. The minimum investment required for this program is $1.05 million… Continue reading US replacing “EB-5” visa with “Gold Card” – $5M pathway to citizenship
US exempted certain visa categories to use dropbox process
Recently, the USA has reduced the visa renewal timeline using the dropbox process from 48 months to 12 months. As per the official statement “Applicants will now have to renew a visa in the same non-immigrant classification that expired within the last 12 months to qualify for dropbox processing.” As a result, thousands of applicants… Continue reading US exempted certain visa categories to use dropbox process
USA shortened interview waiver timeline to 12 months from earlier 48 months
The United States has curbed the timeline for interview waiver process which is commonly known as dropbox process to 12 months. Earlier, the timeline was 48 months. This change will allow applicants having expired visas to appear for an in-person interview instead of renewing it at the Visa Application Center (VAC). This move will impact… Continue reading USA shortened interview waiver timeline to 12 months from earlier 48 months
UAE eased Visa-on-Arrival rules for Indians
UAE is expanding its visa-on-arrival rules for Indians. Earlier, in 2024, Indian nationals having valid permits from the United States, United Kingdom and European Union can enter UAE with visa-on-arrival. The list has further expanded to include six more countries. The residents having valid visa, resident permits or green cards from New Zealand, Australia, Singapore,… Continue reading UAE eased Visa-on-Arrival rules for Indians
United States H1B visa dates announced with certain changes
The H1B visa allows American companies to hire foreign workers in specialized occupations. This program is administered by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The visa is valid for three years which can be extended further for another three years. Despite tightening the immigration rules, the dates for legal immigration routes via the H1B… Continue reading United States H1B visa dates announced with certain changes
Saudi Arabia launched new visa options for seamless Umrah
Umrah is an Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia that can be performed any time of the year, unlike Hajj, which has a specific set of dates. Muslims perform Umrah to seek blessings, forgiveness and purification. Umrah involves a set of rituals that one has to perform during visit. These rituals includes wearing Ihram, performing… Continue reading Saudi Arabia launched new visa options for seamless Umrah
Visa Approval Chaos Puts 2026 World Cup and Millions at Menace
The 2026 Men’s Football World Cup will be co-hosted by the trio the United States, Canada and Mexico. The tournament will be played between 48 teams with 104 matches. Out of these, 78 of them will be played in the 11 cities of the US. The 2026 World Cup is going to start in 17… Continue reading Visa Approval Chaos Puts 2026 World Cup and Millions at Menace
Cyprus on the Brink of Schengen Access along with entry to US visa waiver program
Cyprus is taking a bold step to join the Schengen Zone by the end of 2025. This move announced by the President Nikos Christodoulides will allow Cypriots and citizens of other 29 schengen members visa free travel between Cyprus and other EU member countries. Although Cyprus has been part of the European Union since 2004.… Continue reading Cyprus on the Brink of Schengen Access along with entry to US visa waiver program
US federal judge temporarily blocks Donald Trump’s ban on birthright citizenship executive order
The US is amongst the 30 nations where birthright citizenship – the principle of jus soli or “right of the soil” is applied. The citizenship clause says if a person is born on US soil then that person is a citizen of the USA, no matter what is the immigration status of their parents. On… Continue reading US federal judge temporarily blocks Donald Trump’s ban on birthright citizenship executive order
