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Shopping at U.S. Outlets Could Jeopardize Your Tourist Visa

Effective June 9, 2025, the U.S. blocks nationals from 12 countries entirely and restricts visas for 7 others, impacting tourists…

CBI Busts French Embassy Visa Racket Charging Punjabis Rs 45 Lakh

India’s CBI charged eight in a French Embassy visa fraud involving ₹13-45 lakh payments for Schengen visas from Punjab applicants…

EU Pressure Leads Sweden to Revise Work Visa Proposal

On January 1, 2025, Sweden adopted new EU Blue Card rules lowering salary requirements and expanding eligibility. These reforms simplify…

2025 Umrah Visa Now Requires Verified Hotel Bookings

For 2025 Umrah visas, Saudi Arabia requires verified hotel bookings through Nusuk. Applications end March 31. Digital procedures, vaccination mandates,…

Comprehensive Guide to China’s 240-Hour Transit Visa Policy

Indonesia joins 55 countries eligible for China’s 240-hour visa-free transit, allowing visa-free stays up to 10 days. Travelers must hold…

98,000 Indians Vie for Just 1,000 Australia Work and Holiday Visas

The Australian Work and Holiday visa for Indians has 1,000 visas annually but over 98,000 applicants in 2024. Entry is…

US Pauses Student Visa Interviews, Impacting 331,000 Indian Students in 2025

On June 12, 2025, the U.S. suspended all student visa interviews, affecting over 331,000 Indian students. Stricter vetting with social…

Indian Students Explore Alternatives Amid Rising U.S. Visa Challenges

U.S. policy changes include halting new Indian student visa interviews and adding strict social media checks, causing delays and risking…