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Travelers Without REAL ID Face Airport Hurdles; TSA Proposes

Enforcement of REAL ID rules begins May 7, 2025, requiring compliant IDs for domestic flights. TSA proposes paid biometric kiosks…

Why F-1, OPT, and H-1B Candidates Face Screening Before Skills

Automated hiring filters flag candidates who need sponsorship, excluding many F-1, OPT, STEM OPT and H-1B applicants before human review.…

Maximizing December Travel Savings: Flights, Hotels, and Local Trips

To save on December U.S. travel, pick early‑to‑mid‑month dates, book India–US flights 6–10 weeks ahead, use price alerts and alternative…

December Travel Docs for F-1 Students, H-1B Professionals

Holiday travel to the U.S. requires early, organized document preparation. F‑1 students need timely I‑20 signatures; H‑1B professionals should carry…

December Winter Storms Disrupt U.S. Travel for International Travelers

December winter storms heighten travel risk for international passengers. Avoid snow‑heavy hubs, schedule longer layovers (8–10 hours for international connections),…

December Travel to the U.S.: Essential Visa, Flight, and Weather Tips

The December travel rush brings heavy demand, winter weather, and stricter checks. Confirm eligibility under 2025 travel rules, gather visa-specific…

A 2025 Green Card Journey: Lessons From One Applicant’s Waiting Game

A Montreal example highlights that a marriage-based Green Card can stretch beyond two years despite 2025 averages (I‑130 ~14.8 months).…

IRCC backlog nears 1 million as study permit delays persist

By Aug. 31, 2025, IRCC had 958,850 pending files, with study permits and permanent residency causing major delays. Staffing gaps…