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Facing CBP at U.S. Ports: Honest, Brief Answers for B-1/B-2 Visitors

A successful B-1/B-2 entry relies on a short, consistent trip story and supporting documents like a return ticket and host…

UK ETA Enters Full Effect in February 2026 for Visa-Free Travelers

Starting February 25, 2026, many visa-free travelers must obtain a £16 ETA before boarding. Valid two years or until passport…

US Immigration 2026: Visa-by-Visa Rules, Delays, and Prep Requirements

H-1B statutes remain, but 2026 brings tighter enforcement: more RFEs, site visits, slower processing (3–5 months average), and consular delays.…

End of Family Reunification Parole for Seven Countries by Jan 14, 2026

DHS will terminate FRP for seven countries, effective January 14, 2026, after a December 15 Federal Register notice. Affected individuals…

FRP Overview: Purpose, Eligibility, and Its Termination Update

DHS will end FRP categorical processes; most paroles expire January 14, 2026. Timely I-485 filings (by December 15, 2025) preserve…

US Lawmakers Move to End 50% Tariffs on India, NRIs and Students

Lawmakers filed a resolution to rescind the Aug. 6, 2025 emergency declaration that allowed up to 50% tariffs on Indian…

Citizenship Surrenders and U.S. Paths for Indian Immigrants

India’s MEA reported 8,96,843 citizenship renunciations from 2020–2024, peaking in 2022. The ministry lacks income and occupation data, so the…

Nearly 9 Lakh Indians Renounced Citizenship: U.S. Visa, OCI Impacts

Between 2020 and 2024, 8,96,843 people renounced Indian citizenship. For those naturalizing in the U.S., stop using Indian passports, surrender…