India Launches Secure e Passport Under Passport Seva Programme 2.0
India’s e Passport rollout completed in August 2025, offering advanced security with a secure RFID chip and biometric…
U.S.-India Tax Treaty and 401(k) Withdrawals: Key Facts for Indian Residents
Indian residents do not get treaty tax relief on U.S. 401(k) withdrawals and face a 30% U.S. withholding…
Step-by-Step OCI Card Application Guide for Former Indian Citizens
The Overseas Citizen of India card offers visa-free travel and NRI-like benefits to eligible former Indian citizens. The…
Proposed DIGNITY Act Could End FICA Tax Exemption for OPT Students
The proposed DIGNITY Act would remove the FICA tax exemption for OPT students, imposing a 15.3% payroll tax…
Correct Filing Fees and Payment Methods for I-130, I-485, I-765 Concurrent Filing
Eligible immigrants in the U.S. can concurrently file Forms I-130, I-485, and I-765 with separate fees totaling $2,375.…
Indians Facing H-1B and F-1 Visa Challenges Turn to U.S. Investor Visas
In 2025, Indian applicants see decreased H 1B and F 1 visa success, boosting demand for EB 5…
Employers Must Flag Revoked EADs Using E Verify Status Change Report
From July 15, 2025, employers using E Verify must check revoked EADs via the Status Change Report and…
Swiss Embassy India Enforces Strict Schengen Visa Document Policy from August 2025
Swiss Schengen visa applications from India must follow a strict checklist from August 2025, disallowing extra documents. Freelancers…
USCIS Tightens Family-Based Green Card Vetting Starting August 2025
USCIS updates family-based Green Card policies effective August 1, 2025, mandating stricter evidence and interviews to prevent fraud.…
From Bengali Roots to Ivy League: Teen’s 3 Mantras for Top University Success
Salman Chowdhury earned admission to 10 elite US universities by focusing on health, family support, exploration, and core…
Indonesia Launches ₹37,300 Remote Worker Visa for Indian Professionals
The E33G Remote Worker Visa allows eligible foreign remote workers to live in Indonesia for a year. Applicants…
Top 5 Most Powerful Passports for Effortless Global Travel in 2025
In 2025, Singapore leads global passport rankings with visa-free access to 193 countries. European passports provide broad mobility,…
H 1B Visa In Person Interview Required Starting September 2, 2025
Starting September 2, 2025, all H 1B visa applicants require an in-person interview and a $250 visa integrity…
Understanding the True Meaning of 90 Days on a Schengen Visa
Schengen Visa travelers must follow the 90/180 rule, staying 90 days within 180 days total. The visa’s validity…