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US Visa Journey: From Struggle to Simple Approval

A 28-year-old Indian software engineer shares his US B1/B2 visa experience, detailing appointment challenges, biometrics in Chennai, strategic Mumbai interview choice, and calm approval process.

US Visa Categories Explained: Tourist to Green Card

The US visa system organizes entry by purpose and duration. Learn about non-immigrant visas for temporary stays and immigrant visas for permanent residence, including key categories and processes.

US Pauses Visa Processing for 75 Nations

The United States has temporarily suspended visa processing for individuals from 75 countries, including Pakistan, citing operational challenges.

US Suspends Visa Processing for 75 Nations

The US State Department has announced a temporary suspension of visa processing for citizens from 75 countries, citing operational challenges. This move impacts travel and immigration plans globally.

Australia Puts India in Highest-Risk Visa Category

Australia moves India to highest-risk student visa category, triggering stricter checks and longer processing times. Learn what this means for Indian applicants and the reasons behind the shift.

US H-1B, Work Visa Fees to Increase from March 1

USCIS announces significant fee hikes for H-1B, L-1, and other work visas effective March 1, 2025. Learn the new costs and how they impact Indian professionals planning a US move.

US Hikes Visa Premium Processing Fees from March 1

USCIS announces increased premium processing fees for H-1B, L-1, OPT, and green card applications effective March 1. Indian professionals and students to be significantly impacted. Details inside.

US Visa Premium Processing Fees to Increase in 2026

USCIS announces higher premium processing fees for H-1B, L-1, F-1 OPT, and other key visas effective March 2026. Indian professionals and students will be significantly impacted. Get the details.

H-4 Visa Rules for H-1B Holders' Families

A complete guide for Indian H-1B visa holders on bringing family to the US on H-4 dependent visas. Learn about rules, documents, work restrictions, and maintaining legal status.

Canada's Parent Grandparent Program Closed for 2026

Canada extends the halt on its Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) into 2026, processing only 10,000 old applications. Experts advise the Super Visa as an alternative for family reunification.

H-1B Visa 221(g) Delays Rise with Social Media Checks

US visa applicants in India face routine 221(g) notices due to mandatory social media vetting, causing delays. Immigration attorney Steven Brown explains the process and offers a checklist to navigate the 'administrative processing'.

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