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Year-End USCIS Submissions: December Filings Before 2026 Fees

December matters because filings received before January 1 use current fees, forms, and Visa Bulletin charts. Review expiring benefits, confirm…

Vietnam’s 5-Year Talent Visa: Eligibility and What It Offers

Introduced in 2025, Vietnam’s 5‑Year Talent Visa grants top professionals five years of multiple‑entry residency after a nomination, supporting 90‑day…

IRCC Study Permit Transition: Flexibility for Students Shifting Levels

IRCC’s updated policy (2025) permits students moving from secondary to post‑secondary study to begin classes while their permit is processed…

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 years, but…

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.…

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 U.S. Travel Guide: Best Cities, Attractions, and Budget Tips

Peak December travel to the U.S. requires early booking (6–10 weeks), complete documents (I‑20, I‑797, EAD, sealed visa packet), and…

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…