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Trump imposes $100,000 application fee on H-1B visa
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) issued a proclamation imposing a USD 100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications.
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Planning a Trip to Europe in 2026? Schengen Visa Rules Are Getting a Digit
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], August 6: There's big news for travelers this year: the Digital Schengen visa is finally happening. No more waiting for embassy appointments or physically submitting documents. If you've ever found the process to be tedious, you're not alone, and this move by the EU aims t
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Vietnam eVisa for Indians: Everything You Need to Know
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 4: Vietnam's natural beauty, vibrant culture, and reasonable prices have made it a more and more popular travel destination for Indians. The Vietnam eVisa, a fully digital visa application process that does not require an embassy visit, was introduced by the Vietnames
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US student visa applications have opened, says State Department official
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US State Department Deputy Spokesperson Mignon Houston on Wednesday (local time) stated that student visa applications for the United States are now open and encouraged students to apply, while underlining that all visa decisions are taken keeping US national security in mind.
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US tightens visa rules for Pakistani applicants
Updated : 11 months ago IST
The US consulates in Karachi and Lahore have instructed F, M, and J visa applicants to make their social media profiles public for enhanced vetting, ARY News reported. The move is part of stricter US immigration checks aimed at improving national security and detecting potential threats.
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All visa applications treated on merit basis, MEA on US visa issues for In
Updated : 11 months ago IST
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has taken note of the new guidelines issued by the US Embassy, requiring visa applicants to provide details of their social media identifiers and emphasised that Indian nationals' visa applications should be evaluated based on merit.
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US visa applicants must make social media accounts public for screening
Updated : 11 months ago IST
The U.S. has mandated that all F, M, and J visa applicants make their social media accounts public to aid identity verification and security checks. This move, announced by the U.S. Embassy in India, reinforces existing vetting procedures that include collecting social media identifiers.
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Summer Travel To Europe: Schengen Visa Applications From India See Sharp R
Updated : 1 year ago IST
New Delhi [India], May 20: With rising temperatures and vacation time in summer just around the corner, summer travel to Europe is seeing a huge boom from Indian tourists. According to recent reports, there has been a whopping 29% increase in Schengen visa applications from India, signifying
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Visament Launches Centralized Dashboard, Aims to Cut Visa Rejection Rates
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 8: As India saw over 9.6 million visa applications in 2023--with more than 1 lakh rejections--tech startup Visament has launched a new centralized dashboard and unveiled a suite of AI-driven solutions aimed at reducing visa rejection rates by up to 50%.
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UK targets student visas from Pakistan in effort to lower migration
Updated : 1 year ago IST
The British government is considering placing restrictions on visa applications from international students, particularly those from countries like Pakistan, which are seen as having a higher likelihood of asylum claims, according to a report by Dawn.
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US Embassy files FIR against man and agent for visa fraud using fake docum
Updated : 1 year ago IST
The US Embassy in New Delhi has filed an FIR against Jatinder Singh and his agent Rajinder Sharma for allegedly attempting to obtain a visa using fake employment documents and false personal information, with Delhi Police investigating the case.
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International Travel Insurance is a Must for Your Summer Holiday Plans
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], April 19: As summer arrives, international travel is on a steep rise. Tourist visa applications for summer 2025 have surged by 68% compared to last year, reflecting a significant shift. Travel is no longer a luxury but has become an essential part of the Indian lifestyle.
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