The US has overhauled the H-1B visa system, replacing the random lottery with a wage- and skill-based selection process. The new rules, effective for FY 2027, aim to protect American workers and wages. Read how this impacts Indian applicants.
The US replaces the H-1B visa lottery with a wage-weighted system, prioritising higher salaries. Combined with a proposed $100,000 fee, this major reform could significantly impact Indian IT firms and professionals. Read the full analysis.
The US replaces the H-1B lottery with a wage-based selection, prioritizing higher-paid foreign workers. New fees and wage hikes add to the challenge for companies and entry-level Indian applicants.
The Trump administration has overhauled the H-1B visa system, replacing the lottery with a wage-based selection, adding a $100,000 annual fee, and expanding social media checks. Learn the key changes impacting Indian professionals.
The US replaces the H-1B lottery with a wage-based selection system from 2026, impacting Indian professionals and US companies. Learn the key changes and implications.
US tightens visa screening for all H-1B/H-4 applicants with social media vetting, causing massive delays. Thousands of Indian professionals stranded. Apply early and expect long waits.
The US State Department revoked over 95,000 visas in 2025, including 8,000+ student visas, citing safety. Indian students face uncertainty as policies tighten under Trump-Rubio.
The US has replaced its random H-1B lottery with a system prioritizing higher-skilled, higher-paid applicants. This major policy shift impacts thousands of Indian professionals. Learn the details and implications.
The US has expanded online presence checks for all H-1B and H-4 visa applicants globally from December 15. Learn about the impact on Indian professionals and expected delays.
China introduces a digital visa application system for Indian travellers, simplifying the process and reducing in-person visits. Learn about the new steps, fees, and what it means for India-China ties.
Indian passport holders can now apply for Chinese visas digitally via a new online system, reducing consulate visits to one for biometrics. The move signals a step in normalising bilateral ties.
Bangladesh suspends visa services at its missions in New Delhi and Tripura following protests. The decision, confirmed on 23 December 2025, impacts applicants. Read for details and context.
Indian passport holders can now apply for Chinese visas online via a new system launched by the embassy in Delhi. The digital process simplifies applications for tourist, business, student, and work visas.
The US Embassy clarifies that all H-1B and H-4 visa applications undergo global security vetting. This impacts Indian professionals and families. Learn the details and process here.
Hundreds of Indian professionals face a visa renewal nightmare in the US as appointments are cancelled. VP JD Vance defends H-1B restrictions as 'Christian politics.' Read the full impact.
Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi suspends all consular and visa services. The move follows vandalism at a visa centre in Siliguri and India's earlier suspension in Chittagong.
US Embassy cancels H-1B visa interviews, leaving professionals stranded in India. Learn about the impact on foreign workers and the H-1B program's current challenges.
The US Embassy in India issues a global alert for H-1B and H-4 visa applicants, warning of longer processing times due to expanded social media screening effective December 15. Apply early.
US H-1B visa interviews in India face months-long delays, pushing appointments to 2026. New social media screening rules are in effect. Learn how to prepare your application and avoid pitfalls.
The US Embassy in India has issued a worldwide alert for H-1B and H-4 visa applicants. Effective December 15, all applicants face mandatory social media reviews. Learn the details and implications.
The US Embassy in India announced enhanced screening for H-1B and H-4 visas, reviewing applicants' online presence from December 15. Expect longer processing times. Apply early.
A sudden US policy shift postpones H-1B visa interviews for Indian professionals by months, even years, causing major disruptions. Learn about the new social media screening and its impact.
The US Embassy warns of longer H-1B and H-4 visa processing times due to new mandatory social media checks for all applicants globally. Apply early.
Hundreds of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded after a new US social media vetting policy delays renewals. Learn about the policy change and its impact on appointments.
China officially launches its online visa application system in India today, simplifying the process for tourists, business travelers, and students. Learn how to apply and what it means for India-China travel.
Mass cancellations push H-1B visa stamping interviews to late 2026, causing panic. Immigration attorneys advise documenting everything and seeking remote work options. Learn the key steps to protect your job.
Hundreds of Indian tech professionals are stranded in India after US consulates canceled their H-1B renewal appointments. Learn about the policy shifts causing this crisis and its impact on families.
Tech giants Google and Apple advise employees on US work visas to avoid international travel due to visa stamping delays of up to a year at embassies, risking being stranded.
Major US visa delays up to 12 months due to enhanced screening. Google & Apple warn H-1B holders against travel. Indian professionals among the worst affected. Read more.
Strict US social media checks cause major visa delays, stranding Indian professionals in India. US firms adopt remote work & urgent travel plans. Learn the impact on tech sector and alternative visas.