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New Zealand Implements Visa Rule Changes Amid Concerns Over Record Migration

08 Apr 2024

New Zealand announced immediate changes to its employment visa program on Sunday in response to near-record migration levels last year, which authorities deemed "unsustainable." The reforms include introducing English language requirements for low-skilled jobs and establishing minimum thresholds for skills and work experience on most employer work visas. Additionally, the...

USCIS Unveils 540-Day Extension For Immigrant Work Permits: Here’s The Scoop!

05 Apr 2024

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced on Thursday the extension of certain immigrant work permits, including those from India. The USCIS issued a temporary final rule that automatically extends the validity period for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). Effective April 8, the validity period will be extended from...

FREE Visa Entry For Indian Tourists In This Country, But Conditions Apply

06 Feb 2024

In the effort to have a buzz in the tourism sector in the country, the government of Islamic Republic of Iran has announced to offer free visa for the Indian tourists from Feb 4, 2024. The announcement was made by the Iranian Embassy in an official statement. The announcement is...

Arunachal Pradesh: CM Condemns China’s Visa Denial to Athletes for Asian Games

29 Sep 2023

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has strongly criticized China for its recurrent denial of regular visas to athletes from Arunachal Pradesh stating that this is an unfortunate and familiar obstacle. In the most recent incident, three Arunachal Pradesh athletes—Nyeman Wangsu, Onilu Tega, and Mepung Lamgu—were slated to compete in...

Amid Visa Controversy With India, Chinese Diplomat Zha Liyou Advocates Enhancing Bilateral Relations

25 Sep 2023

In light of China's refusal to grant visas to three Wushu athletes hailing from Arunachal Pradesh, an incident occurring just prior to the 19th Asian Games, Zha Liyou, the Consul General of China in Kolkata, expressed China's willingness to collaborate with India to implement agreements made by Prime Minister Narendra...

Indians can now get visa appointment at US embassies abroad

06 Feb 2023

According to the US Embassy in India, Indians travelling overseas can obtain a visa appointment at the US Embassy or consulate of their destination. It highlighted Thailand as an example, stating that the government has increased appointment capacity for Indians seeking B1 and B2 visas (business and travel).The notification was...

US mission in India announces new initiative to cut visa wait time

23 Jan 2023

The US announced new visa measures for Indians on Sunday, including customised interviews for first-time applicants and increased visa staffing around the country to cut wait times for first-time visa applicants. As part of this strategy, the US opened consulate offices around the country to assist applicants who need in-person...